Tag: Mickey Mouse
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Walt’s Storytellers Statue Gets Put Behind Walls in Disney California Adventure
When Disney California Adventure had its grand reopening in 2012, one highlight for many Disney fans was a new statue of Walt Disney that was found on Buena Vista Street. Called Storytellers, this statue shows Walt Disney having just stepped off the train from Kansas City with a “suitcase and a dream.” Of course, a…
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Moose Hunters | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 20, 1937
On this day in 1937, the Mickey Mouse short ‘Moose Hunters’ was released. Hoping to attract a bull moose during a hunting expedition in the woods, Goofy and Donald dress up in a questionable female moose costume. Meanwhile, Mickey attracts a moose of his own while hiding in a tasty bush. The trio gets into…
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Mickey’s Surprise Party | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 18, 1939
On this day in 1939, the animated short ‘Mickey’s Surprise Party’ was released to the Nabisco snack company to be shown at the New York World’s Fair. Minnie’s batch of cookies is ruined when her dog Fifi gets popcorn into the batter, and they explode. Mickey saves the day by bringing home some Nabisco treats.…
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Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Debut Disney California Adventure 25th Anniversary Outfits
Sunday, February 8, 2026 is the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure. Originally called Disney’s California Adventure, the park has always celebrated the spirit of adventure that comes out of California. This originally focused on the state itself and then later on Walt Disney’s “suitcase and a dream” as he ventured out to California to…
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The Birthday Party | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 7, 1931
On this day in 1931, the Mickey Mouse cartoon ‘The Birthday Party’ was released. Minnie hosts a surprise party for Mickey with all of the early Disney characters attending, including Horace Horsecollar and Clarabelle Cow. Mickey is gifted a miniature piano, and the group celebrates with music and dancing. Mickey’s official birthday was not established…
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Disney Legend Al Taliaferro | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 5, 1931
On this day in 1931, cartoonist and Disney Legend Al Taliaferro was first hired at Walt Disney Studios. He first acted as an inker for the “Mickey Mouse” and “Silly Symphony” newspaper comic strips. In 1938, he was inspired to argue for and create a new daily comic strip dedicated to Donald Duck. Notably, Taliaferro…
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Mickey’s Polo Team | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 4, 1936
On this day in 1936, the cartoon ‘Mickey’s Polo Team’ was released. The short reflects Walt Disney’s own love of polo, a sport which caught the interest of Hollywood’s elite at the time. Mickey, Donald, Goofy, and the Big Bad Wolf take on movie stars Laurel and Hardy, Harpo Marx, and Charlie Chaplin in a…
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Mickey Mouse | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 30, 1980
On this day in 1980, the U.S. Selective Service System sent a draft registration notice to Mickey Mouse. The humorous reminder was sent to “Michael M. Mouse” at Disneyland. It notified him that he was at risk of becoming a draft dodger since registration was required for all young men. Disneyland responded that Mickey was…
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Mickey’s Good Deed | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 17, 1932
On this day in 1932, the holiday short ‘Mickey’s Good Deed’ was released widely in theaters. At the height of the Great Depression, Mickey and Pluto are homeless street musicians. Mickey makes the painful decision to sell Pluto to a rich family. He uses the money to provide a Christmas meal and toys to a…
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“Ski” Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Arrive at Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium – A Member Lounge at EPCOT
Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse are celebrating the season with Disney Vacation Club members with new outfits at EPCOT. Disney Vacation Club revealed the new look for Mickey and Minnie on December 1st with the following post on social media: As can be seen in the post, Mickey and Minnie can be seen in the…
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Main Street March-Along – A Month of Thanksgiving
There is a moment that happens at Disneyland on most days (weather permitting) with the Disneyland Band, Mickey Mouse & Friends, and often the Dapper Dans. Called the Main Street March-Along, this moment is packed with a lot of fun, music, magic, and even interactivity. This is what I’m thankful for today. There are several…
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Disney Magic is on Full Display at Las Vegas Grand Prix During ‘Fuel the Magic’ Collaboration with Formula 1
Over the weekend, Las Vegas received a heavy dose of Disney magic during the Las Vegas Grand Prix thanks to the Fuel the Magic collaboration with Formula 1. Throughout the weekend, this highly anticipated kick-off delivered exciting Disney character moments, thrilling entertainment, and an elevated merchandise collection to Formula 1 fans. Some of the highlights…
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Disneyland Resort Celebrates Birthday of Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse with Cavalcade and Cupcakes
Today is the birthday of Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse. This annual celebration included a cavalcade that made its way from it’s a small world and through Disneyland with stops along the way to sing Happy Birthday! Mickey and Minnie were joined by other Disney friends, the Dapper Dans, dancers, and the Disneyland Band. Between…
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UNIQLO Launches Disney Embroidery at RE.UNIQLO STUDIO
Global apparel retailer UNIQLO has announced the launch of Disney embroidery designs at the RE.UNIQLO in-store repair and remake service. Beginning Tuesday, November 18, to coincide with Mickey and Minnie’s birthday, customers can personalize their favorite UNIQLO items with eight exclusive embroidery designs featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck. First launched…
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Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party Kicks Off Holiday Run at Disney California Adventure
One of the highlights for many guests who experience the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is the Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party. This energetic street party takes place in the back corner of Disney California Adventure along the parade route near Paradise Gardens. It sees the Three Caballeros joined by authentic folklórico dancers, mariachis, Brazilian…
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Mickey Mouse and Friends Debut New Holiday Outfits on Main Street, USA at Disneyland!
One of the fun highlights of the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is getting to see how Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and the rest of their friends get dressed up for the holidays. This year is no exception. As the Disneyland Resort continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary, Mickey and his pals are all getting…
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The Prince and the Pauper | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 16, 1990
On this day in 1990, the Mickey Mouse animated featurette ‘The Prince and the Pauper’ was released in theaters alongside ‘The Rescuers Down Under.’ The story was adapted from Mark Twain’s classic tale of the same name from 1881. Mickey is a poor boy in Medieval England who exchanges lives with a prince who looks…
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Mr. Mouse Takes a Trip | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 1, 1940
On this day in 1940, the Mickey Mouse short ‘Mr. Mouse Takes a Trip’ debuted in theaters. Mickey and Pluto are taking a train trip from Burbank to Pomona. However, dogs aren’t allowed, and Conductor Pete throws them off the train. Plucky as always, Mickey stuffs Pluto into his suitcase and they attempt to continue…
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New Perk Available for Disney Vacation Club Members at EPCOT
For almost 35 years, Disney Vacation Club has provided Members with memorable vacations not only at Disney Parks, but many other locations around the world. Disney Vacation Club is the timeshare arm of Disney Experiences that gives members perks and opportunities other guests may not be able to enjoy. Membership perks range from special events,…
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Flagship Disney Store | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 21, 2010
On this day in 2010, Mickey Mouse unveiled a state-of-the-art LED digital display at the brand new Flagship Disney Store at Times Square in New York City. The screen’s unveiling marked the countdown to the store’s grand opening on November 9. The LED display used three miles of power and data cables, 100,000 threaded fasteners,…
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The Gorilla Mysters | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 10, 1930
On this day in 1930, the Mickey Mouse short ‘The Gorilla Mystery’ was released. When a dangerous gorilla escapes from the zoo and captures Minnie in her own home, Mickey rushes to save her. The gorilla was later named “Beppo,” the same ape featured in two 1933 shorts. ‘The Gorilla Mystery’ shows Disney’s progress with…
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On Ice | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 28, 1935
On this day in 1935, the Mickey Mouse short ‘On Ice’ was released in theaters. It was the first cartoon where all of the Fab Five characters, Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto, appeared together. ‘On Ice’ featured three intertwining story lines—Mickey teaching Minnie to ice skate, Goofy attempting to catch fish with tobacco, and…
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Celebrate Mickey: 75 InspEARations | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 27, 2005
On this day in 2005, the “Celebrate Mickey: 75 InspEARations” tour concluded with the auction of 75 Mickey Mouse statues at Sotheby’s. The 6-foot, 700-pound statues were each custom-designed by a celebrity, artist, or athlete. The statues debuted at Walt Disney World on Mickey’s 75th birthday in 2003 and toured the U.S. for two years,…
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Pluto | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 5, 1930
On this day in 1930, the character that would become Pluto first appeared in the Mickey Mouse short ‘The Chain Gang.’ Pluto is one of two bloodhounds that chase after Mickey after he escapes from Peg-Leg Pete’s jail. He was drawn by Norm Ferguson, a cameraman with no formal training in art. The animation of…