Tag: Parade
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Seasons at Disneyland – Day Twenty-Two – 23 Days of Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving Day almost upon us and our “23 Days of Thanksgiving” series entering its final days, we at Daps Magic are grateful to you for following our journey of gratitude! Today, I have the chance to express my thankfulness for one of my favorite things at Disneyland—the changing of the seasons. My first Disneyland…
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Magic Happens Doesn’t Happen as Rain Pours Down at Disneyland Resort
Magic Happens parade did not happen as was planned. As the rain came down on Disneyland, announcements were made saying that it would not be happening for the safety of both guests and performers. The parade was set to make its return after a three year hiatus. The announcement came as no surprise to anyone…
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The Celebration USA! Parade – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Have I mentioned that back in the old days, say, thirty years ago, Disneyland used to put on a new daytime parade every single year, without giving a thought to the idea of keeping it around for three, five, or ten years more? Of course, everyone knew what to expect when night fell and catchy…
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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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Magic’s Happening – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1022 (#493)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot of magical things to cover at the Disney Parks. This includes the opening of both the Magic Happens parade at Disneyland and the opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The geeks also chat about the 25th anniversary…
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Magic Happens – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to a very big news week at the DISNEY Reporter! This week we lead off with a story that will affect the future of The Walt Disney Company as Bob Chapek became the CEO of Disney. There is also news about the new parade at Disneyland, Magic Happens. The Impossible Burger is now going…
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Magic Happens Parade Officially Opens at Disneyland Resort with a Day Performance and Night Performance
On Friday the Magic Happens parade officially debuted at the Disneyland Resort. After a soft opening on Thursday, it was clear that fans were ready to see the parade. Hours before the parade began the parade route was lined with fans eagerly awaiting Disneyland’s newest parade. By the time the first parade began at 3:30…
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Magical Treats Arrive at Disneyland Park to Celebrate “Magic Happens”
Some magical eats and treats have debuted at Disneyland Park to celebrate the debut of “Magic Happens.” These brand new bites were created to celebrate the latest addition to the park’s line up of fun entertainment offerings. Since the parade marches right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A., it’s only fitting that these items…
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Disneyland Resort Cast Members Treated to Exclusive Preview of “Magic Happens”
It sure has been a magical week at the Disneyland Resort! This Friday, “Magic Happens” will officially debut at Disneyland Park and guests will be able to witness magical stories being told right on Main Street, USA! Before it came to guests, cast members at the Disneyland Resort were treated to an exclusive preview that…
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Magic Happens Parade Arrives at Disneyland
Disneyland’s newest parade has arrived. Today the Magic Happens parade made its way through the park for the first time in front of park guests. It was shown to cast members during an exclusive overnight performance on Wednesday night. The reaction to the parade was simply magical. The newest parade at the Disneyland Resort is…
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Magic’s Coming – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! After a week of travel, Mr. DAPs is back with the top Disney and geek headlines from the last two weeks as covered by DAPS MAGIC. A lot of things have happened from around the Disney Parks and beyond. In the parks, prices increased at both the Disneyland and Walt…
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Hello Fastpass Goodbye Fox – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to this week’s DISNEY Reporter! Each week we cover the top Disney and geek headlines as covered by DAPS MAGIC. This week the headlines span the globe and start with the announced closure of Shanghai Disneyland due to health concerns in the surrounding area in China. Over at Disneyland, a new Disneyland After Dark:…
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More Magic! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1016 (#487)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot more magic that has arrived at the Disneyland Resort and also will be arriving! This week more concept art was released for the upcoming Magic Happens parade at Disneyland. This week the Disneyland Resort also opened the new Star Wars: Rise of…
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Another First Look At “Magic Happens” Coming to Disneyland Park on February 28
We are just over a month from the debut of “Magic Happens” at Disneyland Park! The all-new daytime parade will delight guests starting February 28 and will tell the stories of classic Disney and Pixar tales guests know and love. Today, we are excited to share another first look into some of the magic that…
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Candles Were Lit – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Here is a look at this week’s Disney and geek headlines: This week things kick off with an update on Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional. It was narrated by Lin-Manuel Miranda and was impacted by the weather a little bit. In movie news, the first trailer for Ghostbusters: Afterlife was released this…
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Magic Happens Parade to Arrive at Disneyland in February 2020
Earlier this year the new Magic Happens parade was announced. This parade, that will be arriving in 2020 celebrates the magical moments that are found in so multiple Disney stories. Today, it was announced that Magic Happens will be arriving at Disneyland on February 28, 2020. Magic Happens will be led by Mickey Mouse as…
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New MAGIC HAPPENS Parade Coming to Disneyland in Spring of 2020
This weekend at the D23 Expo during the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel, the new MAGIC HAPPENS parade was announced. This parade will be coming to Disneyland in the spring of 2020. The new parade will feature a song by Todrick Hall that was performed at during the panel at the D23 Expo. The…
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Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade Marches Through Disneyland
One day after the final performance of Mickey’s Soundsational Parade ended its run, Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade began making its way up and down the parade route through Disneyland. The cavalcade gives guests the opportunity to see Mickey and friends perform with the Disneyland Band all along the parade route. Although short, the cavalcade…
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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade Says Goodbye to Disneyland After 8 Year Run
Mickey’s Soundsational Parade made its last run along the parade route on Disneyland 64th birthday this week. The percussive parade had been making its way through Disneyland on and off for the last 8 years. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade officially debuted on May 27, 2011. Since then, it has made magic for guests with its live…
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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade Returns to Disneyland Resort with New Additions Celebrating Mickey Mouse!
Mickey’s Soundsational Parade is now back at the Disneyland Resort. After being gone for over a year, the popular parade returned to Disneyland with two new additions. As part of Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration, the parade now includes a new Mickey pull toy float and a cake celebrating Mickey Mouse.…
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Disney’s Paint the Night Parade Says Goodbye to Disney California Adventure Ahead of Festival of Holidays Arrival
Disney’s Paint the Night has said goodbye again. The popular nighttime parade made its way through Disney California Adventure on Wednesday night for the last time of the year. At this point, it isn’t known when it will be returning. However, a recent tweet from DisneylandToday seems to indicate that it is leaving for the…
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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade Auditions Indicate Future Return of Parade to Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort appears to be bringing back Mickey’s Soundsational Parade. Three audition opportunities are currently being listed on DisneyAuditions.com for the parade. The opportunities are on September 15th and 16th. Details can be found here with a search for “Soundsational.” This includes details about what Disney is looking for with each opportunity. The parade…
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Disney’s Paint the Night Parade to Get More Incredible When Incredibles Float Joins on June 23rd!
Disney’s Paint the Night Parade is about to get more incredible. This parade of a million lights will get even more bright when a new Incredibles float joins the lineup. This new float will bring elements of both The Incredibles and Incredibles 2 when it floats through the night starting on June 23rd in Disney…
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Pixar Fest Fantastic? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 829
Welcome to a very Pixar episode of GEEKS CORNER. Cameron is going on vacation and we want to know from YOU who our guest co-host should be in his stead. Make sure and let us know who you think it should be! This weekend Pixar Fest began at the Disneyland Resort and the Geeks talk…