Tag: Haunted Mansion
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D23 Expo Offers a Magical and Memorable Tribute to Haunted Mansion for 50th Anniversary
On Saturday at the D23 Expo, a special panel celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion. Hosted by Imagineer Kevin Lively, this panel celebrated what continues to make the Haunted Mansion great 50 years on. The panel began with a look at the people who made Haunted Mansion great originally, moved on to some…
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Early Morning Disneyland – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 946 (#464)
Welcome to another week of GEEKS CORNER! This week, the geeks start off with a conversation about this year’s CHOC Walk! The discussion then moves on to the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. In corporate Disney news, Bob Iger shared the third quarter financial results for the Walt Disney Company. The geeks…
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50 Haunted Years – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot happening at the Disneyland Resort and beyond! Things start with ending of the Disneyland Resort 2019 All-American College Band season. This week also had the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion. Both were covered extensively by the DAPS MAGIC team. In…
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Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary Event Recap and Review
Disneyland hosted a 50th anniversary event for the Haunted Mansion, and it was quite the swinging wake! Check-In Most events’ check-ins consist of a table and information as credentials are handed out. This was quite an exception as guests were able to have a spirited waiting area for numbers to be called. The reason for…
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What Makes the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Such a Hauntingly Fun Ride After 50 Years?
The Haunted Mansion is celebrating its 50th anniversary of opening. This attraction is as popular now as it was when it opened. But, when you have state of the art attractions younger right next door why is this such a long time favorite? The Haunted Mansion Hype Disneyland started making its ride popular 8 years…
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Details and Merchandise Materialize For Haunted Mansion’s 50th Anniversary
Haunted Mansion’s 50th anniversary is quickly approaching at Disneyland. This favorite attraction will celebrate 50 years on August 9th. A special after-hours event will begin August 7th, however, and special merchandise will be first available for those attending. Haunted Mansion Merchandise Many items that are being made for the special event might only be available…
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Disneyland Resort Celebrates 50 Frightful Years of the Haunted Mansion
On Aug. 9, 2019, Disneyland Park celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the beloved Haunted Mansion attraction. The mansion overlooking the Rivers of America is home to the most “spirited” attraction in New Orleans Square. A steady stream of “Doom Buggies” carries guests on a tour of the Haunted Mansion, which is inhabited by a lively…
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Celebrate America at Disneyland Resort All Summer Long by ‘Visiting’ Iconic U.S. Destinations Inside the Parks
Famous American Places, Americana Merchandise and Classic Treats Highlight the Reasons to Visit Disneyland Resort this summer ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 10, 2019) – Guests who are yearning to the see the U.S.A. but are short on time create their own version of a cross-country road trip as they visit the Disneyland Resort this summer and…
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Celebrate 50 Years of Haunted Mansion with Special Events at Disneyland Park this Summer
Can you believe it’s already been half a century since we met the creepy residents of the mansion? To celebrate 50 years of Haunted Mansion, the residents are throwing a special “under the hill” party! This August, head to Disneyland to see the ghosts and spooks take over the park! When you grab your ticket…
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More Than A Haunted Mansion – The Top Ten Ghost Stories from Disneyland!
The Haunted Mansion at Disneyland boasts that it has 999 happy haunts, but there is room for a thousand. When many people think of Halloween and Disney haunts, the Ghost Host and the socializing ghosts come to mind. However, there are a few other ghost stories from around Disneyland through the years. Seeing that it…
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Who You Gonna Call? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 905
Welcome to the Halloween episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week the geeks go ghosthunting in the DAPS Studios. While doing this, they talk about ghost stories from the Disneyland Resort, spooky experiences, and some other haunted things. This includes the haunted history of GEEKS CORNER of course. We hope you enjoy this episode of GEEKS…
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Jack Skellington Kicks off The 2018 Halloween Season As He Makes His Home in Haunted Mansion Holiday at the Disneyland Resort
Jack Skellington has once again inhabited the Haunted Mansion. As two holidays combine, the ever-popular Haunted Mansion Holiday returns to the Disneyland Resort. This celebration of Halloween and Christmas has become an annual tradition that guests treasure at the Disneyland Resort. A favorite part of the Haunted Mansion Holiday every year is the gingerbread house.…
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Tickets for D23 Expo: 2019: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Go On Sale Thursday, August, 23, 2018
Actress Yvette Nicole Brown and Fashion Designer Ashley Eckstein Return to Judge the Mousequerade Costume Contest D23 Gold Members Enjoy Additional Savings and Member-Only Benefits Plus, D23 Expo 2019 Design Challenge Themed to Haunted Mansion BURBANK, Calif. – August 16, 2018 – On Thursday, August 23, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will begin selling…
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Disneyland Resort Unveils New Annual Passholder Exclusive Haunted Mansion Merchandise
Today the Disneyland Resort unveiled new annual passholder exclusive merchandise. The merchandise is themed around the Haunted Mansion. It can found at Disneyana on Main Street and Port Royal Curios and Curiosities in New Orleans Square. https://twitter.com/DisneylandAP/status/1029095256296448001 The merchandise includes both men and women’s t-shirts, a wood tray, and a hatbox ghost plush. They are being sold…
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Sunday Spotlight: Haunted Mansion at the Disneyland Resort
One of my favorite attractions at the Disneyland Resort is the Haunted Mansion. It is a Disney classic with great moments, music, and character. It opened on August 9, 1969, and remains a favorite to today. While many people would expect a haunted mansion to look old and decrepit, Walt Disney had other ideas. He…
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Remembering A Disney Legend – Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio
Disney Legend Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio died September 10 at the age of 98. X leaves behind a great legacy throughout Disney movies and theme parks. He joined Disney in 1938, and worked on ‘Pinocchio’ and ‘Fantasia.’ He briefly left Disney to join the Army Air Corps in the war effort, and returned to Disney…
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Update: The Dress Shop Line Arrives at Disney Vault 28 at the Disneyland Resort
This weekend, Disney Vault 28 offered a glimpse at new line of Disney inspired dapper day dresses themed to attractions and characters alike. The Dress Shop features nods to Pirates of the Caribbean, The Enchanted Tiki Room, Haunted Mansion, it’s a small world, Tower of Terror, The Mad Tea Party, Minnie Mouse, the Orange Bird, and…
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New Haunted Mansion Tombstones Have Appeared At Disneyland
Haunted Mansion has always been known to have several gags throughout the attraction and even in line. A long time easter egg has been the tombstones that appear throughout the queue. The headstones had references to the Imagineers that worked on the ride. According to the original post on Disney Parks Blog, they were removed at…
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Top 5 Disneyland Attractions – Murray’s Picks
Disneyland has been around for over 60 years now. Not every attraction has been open from that time, but there are some that have. Others are new, innovative rides that feature newer characters. Others are original, yet timeless. It might be hard to rank attractions that are such classics and at such an original park.…
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WestBeat SCAREolers Descend on Downtown Disney for Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
The WestBeat SCAREolers have descended on Downtown Disney to bring an added dose of musical holiday magic to the Disneyland Resort. This a cappella ensemble of six singers, dressed as ancestral ghosts, can be found singing on the nights of Mickey’s Halloween Party between 6 and 10 pm. Generally they can be found near World of Disney…
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Halloween Time – Sundays with DAPs
Halloween Time has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. This Sundays with DAPs Mr. DAPs and the team takes you on a tour of the Disneyland Resort during Halloween. Here are some other videos from the Disneyland Resort at Halloween Time: What would you like to see on next Sunday’s Sundays with DAPs?
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There’s a Special Magic – Geeks Corner – Episode 550
Welcome to this week’s episode of Geeks Corner! This week, not only has Halloween started at the Disneyland Resort, but the Holiday season offerings have been announced as well. Tyler and Hayley are celebrating their anniversary this week so we are looking forward to their return next week. In the meantime, it’s time to geek…
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New Parade For Disneyland’s Halloween Parties
The Disney Parks Blog has announced a new parade to debut at Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland this year. Last year, Paint the Night went down the parade route for party goers. The Headless Horseman will kick off the show, and some new segments will follow. Jack Skellington will lead some Halloweentown residents. Some ghouls from…
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Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House For 2016 Revealed
It’s almost Halloween time at the Disneyland Resort and with it comes Haunted Mansion Holiday. This annual overlay of the popular attraction always contains a gingerbread house in the ballroom scene of the ride. It makes it re-rideable year after year because of the different creations of the house. This year the inspiration comes from…