Tag: Magic Kingdom
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‘Disney’s Celebrate America! — A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky’ Offerings Expanded for 2026
In 2026, the United States of America will be celebrating its 250th anniversary. Starting in November, Disney will be celebrating this milestone for the country in multiple different ways. This includes a new version of Soarin’ at Disney California Adventure and EPCOT. There will also be a 24-hour broadcast for the fourth of July. Along…
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VIDEO: Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away
Earlier this year, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away debuted at the Walt Disney World Resort. This is the newest iteration of a nighttime parade to come from Disney. The opening of the parade is reminiscent of the Main Street Electrical Parade. Then the orchestral score takes over and builds on the legacy that started…
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VIDEO: Happily Ever After at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
Since it debuted in 2017, Happily Ever After has been a fan favorite fireworks spectacular at the Magic Kingdom. The nighttime spectacular includes pyrotechnics, projections, and other effects. This is a celebration of favorite Disney stories that remind people to reach out and find their Happily Ever After. Recently, the Daps Magic team stopped by…
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The Jingle Cruise Returning to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort
A fan-favorite holiday will be returning this year at Magic Kingdom. The Jingle Cruise will be taking over the Jungle Cruise during the holidays. This version of the Jungle Cruise sees homesick Skippers bringing their own take on the seasonal celebrations. It is a humorous approach to the holidays that builds on the classic comedic…
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VIDEO: Main Street Philharmonic at Walt Disney World Resort
The Main Street Philharmonic is the marching band at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The band is made up of twelve members who play brass and percussion instruments. Throughout a day of performances, the band plays classic marches, Disney songs, and more that are both new and old. The specific times and locations that they…
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Memento Mori | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 6, 2014
On this day in 2014, the Memento Mori gift shop opened near the Haunted Mansion in Liberty Square at Walt Disney World. The shop is said to be Madame Leota’s 17th-century home, built near Gracey Manor. Several supernatural touches still give evidence of her presence, like a portrait of her that changes under black light,…
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VIDEO: Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade is the exclusive parade that is offered at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This is Walt Disney World’s after-hours Halloween party. It is a hard ticketed event that allows attendees to trick or treat, meet with Disney characters, dance the night away, see exclusive entertainment, and a whole lot more. Mickey’s Boo-To-You…
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Walt Disney World Resort Releases Dates and Details for 2026 Disney After Hours
Walt Disney World Resort has released dates and details for its special-ticketed after-hours events at its parks for 2026. These events offer guests a unique way to experience Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, featuring lower wait times for attractions, the opportunity to meet some of their favorite characters, and complimentary snacks. With limited…
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 23, 1980
On this day in 1980, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World first soft-opened to guests. The Florida version was actually completed first, but was the second location to open, over a year after Disneyland’s version in California. Magic Kingdom’s attraction is modeled after Monument Valley in Arizona. Its themed…
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Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Debuts New Adventureland Marquee
A new marquee has debuted at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. This comes after recent park goers had noticed that the previous marquee had been taken down. The new marquee was stitched by hand and includes refreshed props. Photos of the new entrance marquee were shared by Walt Disney Imagineering on Instagram.…
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The Walt Disney Legacy Award Bestowed on Magic Kingdom Piano Player Grayson Smith
There are many magical experiences to be had when visiting Walt Disney World Resort. One of these is sitting at Casey’s Corner and listening to the piano player tickle the ivories. One of the piano players who has grown in popularity in recent years is Grayson Smith. Grayson plays favorite Disney tunes, creates magical moments,…
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The Fairy Godmother and Other New Enhancements Coming to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
At Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, young guests at Disneyland or Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World can see themselves be decked out as elegant princesses or dashing nights. With no shortage of pixie dust, they get to see their imaginations come to life in the mirror through the help of the Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices. Soon, the…
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Disney Shares About ‘Conjured Architecture’ for Upcoming Villains-Themed Land
Over the weekend at Destination D23, a new term was introduced to the world. This new term is called “Conjured Architecture.” It came out of research trips to Europe by Walt Disney Imagineers as they sought out inspiration for the upcoming Villains-Themed Land. During their trips, the Imagineers began to identify similarities between magical, fluid,…
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Disney Legend Andreas Deja Consulting on Villains-Themed Land at Magic Kingdom
There were a lot of fun things that came out of Destination D23 this last weekend. One of them revolved around the upcoming Villains-Themed Land that will be created in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. During a panel on this upcoming land, it was confirmed that Disney Legend and former Walt Disney…
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Color Palette Updates Coming to Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
Castles are an important part of the Disneyland-style theme parks, with the first being Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland in 1955. 16 years later in 1971, Cinderella Castle would open at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World. It would be replicated for Tokyo Disneyland in 1983. The next Disney castle, Le Château de la…
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Disney Legend Andreas Deja Assisting with Walt Disney World’s Villains Land
Disney Legend Andreas Deja has revealed that he is helping with the Villains Land that is being created and built at Magic Kingdom. The new Walt Disney World Resort land was revealed at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in 2024. It was teased two years before in a segment called “What If” that asked…
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Disney Legend William “Sully” Sullivan | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 27, 1955
On this day in 1955, future Disney Legend William “Sully” Sullivan started work as a ticket-taker for the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland after being amazed by the opening day broadcast.
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New Episode of ‘We Call It Imagineering’ Gives First Look at ‘Disney Starlight’ Parade
In the newest episode of ‘We Call It Imagineering,’ The curtain is lifted on ‘Disney Starlight’ ahead of its debut on July 20th!