Tag: Downtown Disney District
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – June 18, 2023
Work continues rapidly on the transformation of Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort (see where it was at last week here). Buildings continue to take form in the area where the AMC Theatres building was once found. On this week’s update it can be seen that the walls closest to the monorail track continue…
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Photos/Video: Construction Continues in Downtown Disney District
Work continues on the West end of the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. In the last week, the buildings continue to grow taller and are beginning to take shape. This week, updates about changes happening in Downtown Disney District were also shared as well by Disney, including a new area called The Alley. On…
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Delicious New Experiences Now Available at Downtown Disney
Downtown Disney continues its multi-year transformation with construction in the Westside area where the former AMC Theatres were located. In recent weeks, we have seen the transformation of Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen, as well as construction at the former Uva Bar and Catal Restaurant. Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio and Beignets Expressed Ralph Brennan’s…
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The Final Splash – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #662
Welcome to a very special episode of GEEKS CORNER! On this week’s show, the Geeks are joined by Angela and Doug who are live from Disneyland on the final night that Splash Mountain is taking guests to their laughing place. Throughout the show, views of Splash Mountain are shown live from the park as a part of…
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Construction Goes Vertical in Downtown Disney District Transformation
Construction has gone vertical in Downtown Disney District in what has been a big pit where the AMC Theatres once could be found. Guests riding aboard the Monorail throughout the course of this transformation have been able to see the removal of the AMC Theatres building, a big dirt pit for quite some time, and…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Black Music Month Offerings
June is Black Music Month. Ahead of its arrival, the Disneyland Resort has announced that there will be multiple offerings throughout the resort to help celebrate. These will add to the Celebrate Soulfully offerings that are already being offered, including Tale of the Lion King in the Fantasyland Theatre. Throughout the month of June for…
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Clyde’s Hot Chicken Now Open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Clyde’s Hot Chicken is now open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. This new stand in Downtown Disney focuses solely on Nashville hot chicken which it offers in three heat levels of seasoning. The new location can be found near the Monorail station. The menu for Clyde’s Hot Chicken includes a couple of different…
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Work Continues on Downtown Disney District Expansion at Disneyland Resort
Work is continuing on the Downtown Disney District expansion. Once the location for AMC Theatres and The Earl of Sandwich, in recent months the area has been an open swatch of dirt surrounded by walls. However, this appears to be changing. As can be seen in the video and photos below, work is happening on…
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Stanley Cup Returning to Downtown Disney For Second Consecutive Year
The Stanley Cup is returning to Downtown Disney for the second year in a row. From April 29 – 30 during the hours of 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM, the Stanley Cup will be found between Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Tortilla Jo’s. Guests will be able to take photos with the Stanley Cup and also…
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Training Begins at Earl of Sandwich Tavern in Downtown Disney District as Menu is Revealed
Training has begun at the Earl of Sandwich Tavern Restaurant & Bar in Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. On Friday, a sign indicated this as employees were clearly undergoing training on the patio as the rain came down. Along with the training, the menu for the tavern was also found next to the…
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Earl of Sandwich to Open at Downtown Disney District on February 1, 2023
Earl of Sandwich will be opening in its new location at Downtown Disney District on February 1, 2023. This temporary home for the popular sandwich shop is the former home of La Brea Bakery. Journalist Scott Gustin broke the news about this location’s opening. The newest iteration of Earl of Sandwich will be opening at…
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A Spirited Geekmas – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #639
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This is the last week of Geekmas, well before Geekmas!? I don’t know, we made the whole thing up anyway so it is what it is. Whatever it is, this is the week that leads up to Christmas/Geekmas and the week after the big Geekmas episode! As has been the trend…
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The LA Schleppers Klezmer Band Helps Downtown Disney Celebrate First Night of Hanukkah
On Sunday night guests passing by the Downtown Disney Live! stage at Downtown Disney District could get a little taste of Hanukkah as The LA Schleppers Klezmer Band performed throughout the night. This band was a lot of fun and brought genuine warmth to a very cool night. The band included instrumentalists playing the marimba,…
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January 12, 2023, is Anaheim Ducks Day at Disney California Adventure
On January 12, 2023, fans of the Anaheim Ducks will want to be at Disney California Adventure for Anaheim Ducks Day! This celebration of the Ducks will take over Hollywood Land with hockey activities, photo opportunities, themed merchandise, specialty food & beverage offerings, and other memorable experiences. This year, the celebration will also expand to…
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Get Immersed in the Holiday Spirit at Downtown Disney District
The Disneyland Resort is the merriest place to be during the holidays! Throughout both of the parks there are entertainment offerings to be make guests smile, foods to be enjoyed, merchandise for gifts or just for fun, and so much more. Downtown Disney District also is a wonderful place to get some holiday cheer! The…
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New Mural Arrives in Downtown Disney Ahead of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Theatrical Release
On November 11, 2022 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will be arriving in theaters. On the weekend ahead of this highly anticipated film’s arrival, a new mural appeared in Downtown Disney District on the corner of the old ESPN Zone building. The new mural was created by artist Nikkolas Smith. He previously created the artwork called…
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SCAREolers Returning for Halloween Season at Disneyland Resort
The SCAREolers will be returning to bring their collection of Halloween tunes to guests visiting the Disneyland Resort during the Halloween Time season. This haunted musical group will be found in Downtown Disney District starting on September 30, 2022. Once the SCAREolers return to Downtown Disney, they will perform Friday nights through Sunday nights from…
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Disney Artist and Historian Stacia Martin to Draw Princesses at Disneyland Resort for World Princess Week
Disney historian and artist Stacia Martin will be a part of the Disneyland Resort’s World Princess Week festivities. She will be visiting the happiest place on Earth twice during the week. Martin will be drawing princess characters during each of her visits. She will be at the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney District on August…
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ZOM-BEATZ BASH Heading to Downtown Disney and Disney Springs
Disney has announced a new show ahead of the arrival of ZOMBIES 3 on Disney+ and then the Disney Channel. ZOM-BEATZ BASH is arriving at the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage from July 29-31, 2022, at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the Disneyland Resort. Over at Walt Disney World Resort, the ZOM-BEATZ BASH…
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New “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Sand Sculpture Created at Downtown Disney District
A new sand sculpture can currently be found in the Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District in honor of Obi-Wan Kenobi, which is currently streaming on Disney+. The sculpture depicts both Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader in two ways. One way, it shows the likeness of each of their heads… with Darth Vader’s being his helmet.…
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There Are Three Churros, Which One Do You Pick?
If you had to choose just one of three delicious and unique churros, which one would you pick? This was the task set before me today when I visited California Churro in Downtown Disney District earlier today. I was invited, along with a couple of others, to taste three new churros at California Churro as…
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Celebrate Soulfully Continues as Tale of the Lion King Opens at Disneyland Resort on May 28
Today the Disneyland Resort announced that Tale of the Lion King will be opening at the Fantasyland Theatre on May 28th. This show’s opening will come as Disneyland Resort continues to “celebrate soulfully” throughout the summer. Along with this show, Disneyland Resort will continue to Celebrate Soulfully in June with a focus on Black Music Month.…
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Disneyland Resort President Provides Information on Downtown Disney District Changes, Updates, and Replacements
During a meeting with community leaders, Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock shared some information about what is coming to the Disneyland Resort, particularly the Disneyland Resort Hotels and Downtown Disney District. There will be some new establishments replacing some current restaurants in Downtown Disney District. Anyone who has visited recently can see that Disney is…
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Get Ready For Egg Hunting When Eggstravaganza Arrives at Disneyland Resort on March 31
The Eggstravaganza will be arriving at Disneyland Resort on March 31st. When it does, guests will be able to hunt for eggs throughout the resort. This egg hunt will continue to be offered through April 17. As is often the case, availability for the Eggstravaganza will be contingent on supplies lasting. For those that want…