Tag: Memories
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Magic Happened One Year Ago Today!
One year ago today Magic Happens officially debuted at the Disneyland Resort. This energetic new parade at the Disneyland Resort featured a new theme song of the same name as the parade that was co-written by Todrick Hall. It also featured new costumes, floats, characters new and old, and some incredible choreography. It was an…
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My Time As A Disneyland Cast Member – Monday Memories
Growing up in Southern California 22 miles north of Disneyland is something that I will be forever grateful for. For the first few years of my life, we would go to Disneyland 4 times a year – spring, summer, fall, and Christmas time. There was no need for an annual pass, especially because they didn’t…
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DAPS from the Past – Sharing the Magic From Days Gone By
There are so many magical memories to be had at the various Disney Parks. The DAPS MAGIC team recently realized that a lot of them have been captured throughout the years. Some of them have been uploaded, others will be. They are all going into a new playlist called “DAPS from the Past.” There, we…
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16 Years of Magic – Looking Back at DAPS MAGIC Over the Years
This month DAPS MAGIC is celebrating 16 years of sharing the magic. 16 years ago this month we started a small Yahoo! group that grew to become a website that has readers from around the globe. Through the years, DAPS MAGIC has led to incredible experiences, amazing people, and so many wonderful memories. Through all…
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“Believe…There’s Magic In The Stars” – Monday Memories
I hope you are all enjoying Doug’s column ’30 Years Ago at Disneyland!’ It’s a fun look at the start of the ‘Disney Decade,’ and one of the best anniversary celebration Disneyland has ever had! In this edition of ‘Monday Memories,’ I go back 20 years to the year 2000 and the Disneyland 45th anniversary…
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An Annual Pass, the Disney Decade and a Day at the Park – 30 Years Ago At Disneyland
After spending two months to cover a single day thirty years ago at Disneyland, this month’s entry will cover a lot more ground. In fact it will cover a month, a decade, and many, many years. The month is March 1990. We’ll take a look at what a typical day was like. The decade is…
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DAPS MAGIC Celebrates and Remembers 15 Years of Sharing the Magic!
15 years ago today what would eventually become DAPS MAGIC began. Originally called DAPs for Disney Magic, the seeds for this organization were planted in the form of a dream and a small group of people rallying around this dream. The result was a Yahoo! group and a splash page to accompany it. Soon this would…
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Sunday Spotlight: Minnie’s Fly Girls
One of my favorite shows that came to the Disneyland Resort was Minnie’s Fly Girls. This show took place in what used to be Condor Flats at Disney California Adventure. It was on a stage across from Soarin’ Over California. The show began flights on February 17, 2012, and continued through October 20, 2013. Minnie’s…
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Celebrate the Magic of 63! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 842
Welcome to a very special episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, the entire show is dedicated to Disneyland as it celebrates its 63rd birthday! The geeks talk about the events of the day at Disneyland. They also talk about favorite Disneyland memories and favorite anniversaries at the Disneyland Resort. The conversation then pivots to the changes…
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Fantasy Waters at the Disneyland Hotel – DAPs from the Past
Before there was World of Color, Disney Dreams, or Rivers of Light, there was Fantasy Waters. This water and light show ran at the Disneyland Hotel from 1992 to 2007. Hosted by the voice of Jack Wagner, it was a montage of Disney musical moments in a show that ran nearly 20 minutes. If you…
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Geeks, The Fifth – Geeks Corner – Episode 501
Welcome to the fifth anniversary episode of Geeks Corner! It also marks the final episode with Johnny 5 as a regular co-host. So this week we look at the past, the present, and the future of Geeks Corner. We hope you enjoy all of these elements. We also take a few minutes to talk about…
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Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary – July 17, 2015
On July 17, 2015 Disneyland celebrated it’s 60th Anniversary. The day began with a short and sweet ceremony in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at 10:00 AM. It was hosted by Disneyland President Michael Colglazier. It included the announcement of the the Million Dollar Dazzle where $1 million will be donated to local charities by the…
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May the 4th Be With You!
May the 4th Be With You! Today is a special day for Star Wars fans. This Star Wars “holiday” is both fun and a bit silly. This year, the 4th seems even more special as we have a lot too look forward to in the Star Wars universe. We have a new season of Star Wars Rebels…
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A Soundsational Disneyland Day – January 18, 2015
Not only was Sunday January 18, 2015 the day of the Star Wars Half Marathon, it was just a beautiful day in general. While I did not participate in the Star Wars Half Marathon, I did enjoy a lovely afternoon at the park. Disneyland was fairly busy but that’s ok, it adds an extra level…
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Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort 2014
Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort runs November 13, 2014 through January 10, 2015. This is perhaps the most magical time of the year as snow falls on Sleeping Beauty Castle, Santa Claus joins Mickey and the gang in A Christmas Fantasy Parade, and World of Color is joined by Olaf in celebrating the holidays. Of…
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Thoughts on Ten Years of DAPs Magic – Mr. DAPs
Ten years ago today we started what would become DAPs Magic. As I sit here at Starbucks ten years later it is hard to wrap my mind about how much has happened during the decade of DAPs. A lot has changed, but some has stayed the same. Today I’m just going to share some thoughts…
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Diane Disney Miller: Through the Eyes of a Photographer
Diane Disney Miller (December 18, 1933-November 19, 2013) Yesterday the Disney community reeled as the news of Diane Disney Miller’s death spread. Diane Disney Miller, the daughter of Walt Disney, was a person known for her kindness, her dedication to the arts, and her dedication to her father’s legacy. To remember her legacy, we thought…
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Florida Residents Can Make More Memories in 2012 with 3-Day, 4-Day ‘Wild For Disney’ Passes
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 4, 2012) – Just in time for the new year, Florida Residents get added incentive to make more memories at Walt Disney World this spring, with an extra special ticket offer. From now until May 21, 2012, Florida residents can purchase a “Wild for…
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2010 Disneyland All-American College Band
The 2010 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band, under the direction of Dr. Ron McCurdy. On this page you can see videos from throughout the summer with the band, it’s guest clinicians, and special events. We hope you enjoy this page! We will continue to add to it as we find more photos and videos from…
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2009 Disneyland All-American College Band
The 2009 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band, under the direction of Dr. Ron McCurdy. On this page you can see videos from throughout the summer with the band, it’s guest clinicians, and special events. We hope you enjoy this page! We will continue to add to it as we find more photos and videos from…