Tag: Disneyland
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Ahsoka is Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Ahsoka Tano will soon be meeting with guests in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge starting on August 23, 2023. The news was announced at a special fan event that was hosted by D23 at Disneyland in Tomorrowland. The first two episodes of the new Star Wars series were also shown to those in attendance. After the…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Halloween Food Offerings
It is almost Halloween at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on September 1, 2023, there will be pumpkins, treats, and Oogie Boogie taking over the Disneyland Resort. One of the highlights of Halloween every year is the wide range of treats that are offered at The Happiest Place on Earth. The treats will be arriving in…
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Making the Most of Disneyland in the Rain: Your Ultimate Guide
Are you planning a magical trip to Disneyland (or Disney California Adventure), only to find rain clouds threatening to dampen your spirits? Don’t worry! A little rain shouldn’t keep you from experiencing the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth. In fact, with a bit of preparation and the right mindset, it can be a…
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Disneyland’s Main Street Fire Engine Celebrates 65 Years on Main Street
Today the Fire Engine at Disneyland celebrates 65 years of driving up and down Main Street, USA. On August 16, 1958, the Fire Engine was added to the fleet of vehicles on Main Street, USA. It was a favorite vehicle of Walt Disney, who loved to drive it around the park in the mornings before…
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Magic Key Dance Party Kicks Off in Disney California Adventure
On the evening of August 14, 2023, Magic Key holders lined up to experience the Magic Key Dance Party at the Disney Junior Theater in Disney California Adventure. The event started a bit later than expected but then soon proved to be quite popular. At the event, Magic Key holders could pick up a DuckTales magnet,…
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Halloween Screams Dining Package Coming to Plaza Inn at Disneyland
In 2022, Disneyland’s Plaza Inn hosted a nightly dessert party for the Halloween Screams Nighttime Spectacular. This year, a big change has been made. You can now enjoy a frightfully fun event that’s all about Halloween! Plaza Inn will host a spirited experience, where you’ll find some spooky treats—dedicated to thrilling your taste buds. Plus,…
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Splitsville Luxury Lanes Offers Brunch After CHOC Walk
On Sunday August 20, 2023, thousands of supports of the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) will be walking through the Disneyland Resort for the return of the CHOC Walk (join Team Daps Magic at chocwalk.org/dapsmagic). After CHOC Walk, Splitsville Luxury Lanes has announced that it will be offering a brunch for CHOC Walk participants.…
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Sunday Spotlight: Olaf in Fantasyland
There was a time when you could find Olaf in Fantasyland at Disneyland. This goes back about ten years ago when Olaf arrived on the roof of a building where Anna and Elsa were meeting. He arrived in November 2013 and immediately began delighting guests throughout the day and the night as they waited to…
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It’s All About Family as “The Wonder Years” Heads to Disneyland
The finale for season two of The Wonder Years will be on 9:00 p.m. EDT on ABC and then on Hulu the following day. Ahead of this episode being broadcast on ABC and then Hulu, Daps Magic was invited to the Disneyland Resort for a preview in the Opera House of the final episode of the…
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Photos/Video: Tiana’s Palace Update at Disneyland
Tiana’s Palace continues to get closer to opening at the Disneyland Resort. Once it does open, guests will be immersed in the world of The Princess and the Frog when visiting New Orleans Square at Disneyland. This restaurant will be the continuation of Tiana’s story and let guests be a part of it. Ahead of…
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54 Years of the Haunted Mansion
Today the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland celebrates its 54th anniversary. Since opening originally in 1969, it has been a fan favorite as the happy haunts bring spirited delight to those who make their way through its spooky halls. Haunted Mansion History The Haunted Mansion took many years to come to be. Walt Disney had the…
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Photos/Video: Haunted Mansion Exhibit at Disneyland
With the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters (review here), an exhibit has materialized in the Opera House at Disneyland for the film. The exhibit includes concept art, props, and also the dress worn by Jamie Lee Curtis in the film as Madame Leoto. Another similar exhibit is coming to Walt Disney World and will…
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A Look at Tiana’s Palace Progress at Disneyland
Tiana’s Palace is getting closer and closer to opening in New Orleans Square. When it does, guests will get to enjoy this newly themed restaurants with classic dishes from New Orleans along with some favorites from the former French Market. Tiana’s Palace promises to have the same “pinch of pizzazz and flair as the restaurant…
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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Celebration Begins November 10th
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will be returning on November 10, 2023 and continue through January 7, 2024. This year’s festivities will include many favorite celebrations with some new offerings as well that will be able to be enjoyed by guests for two months. During this time, guests will once again get to enjoy…
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We Found Nemo’s Play Area – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #671
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT of ground to cover and an introduction to make! Things start off with a reminder that on Friday it is CHOC Day at Chick-fil-A! All proceeds from cookies and brownies sold at Chick-fil-A locations in Orange County will go to support CHOC!…
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Steakhouse 55 Being Converted Into Lounge at Disneyland Hotel
Steakhouse 55 once was the signature dining establishment at the Disneyland Resort. However, in recent years it has sent empty. As it has sat empty, many fans have speculated about what the future for the location would be. Today that future was known. Scott Gustin is reporting that the former Steakhouse 55 will become a…
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Tiana’s Palace Restaurant Marquee and Wheelhouse Unveiled at Disneyland
The progress being made on the new Tiana’s Palace Restaurant in New Orleans Square is beginning to take shape ahead of this quick service restaurant’s opening later this year. Today, Disney shared a look at what part of this new restaurant will look like when it opens when it unveiled the wheelhouse, marquee, and smokestacks…
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“Haunted Mansion” Exhibit and Foods Materialize at Disneyland
A new exhibit and foods have materialized at Disneyland in conjuntion with the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters. Disney announced that in the Opera House a new exhibit with costumes from the film along with some concept art. Included in the exhibit will be the dress worn by Madame Leota (played by Jamie Lee…
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Spreading Smiles: Minnie Walk Unites Disney and Community in Bringing Joy to Children at CHOC
On Wednesday, July 16, 2023, a very special event happened at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) for the young patients who find themselves receiving care there. Representatives from Disney and other community organizations came together with CHOC to put on this year’s Minnie Walk. The Minnie Walk brings the magic of Disneyland and…
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Three Restaurants at Disneyland to Begin Serving Alcohol As Menus Are Updated
Three restaurants at Disneyland will soon be adding alcohol to their menus. River Belle Terrace, Carnation Café and Café Orleans will all be seeing modifications coming to their menus, including the addition of beer, wine and specialty cocktails. This comes as Disneyland continues to change its alcohol policy. Prior to 2019, the park didn’t serve…
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A Fantasmic! Announcement – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #670
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot of ground to cover, including an announcement about the future of Fantasmic! The Geeks are once again broadcasting from the garden as the studio does not have air conditioning. Along with the Fantasmic! announcement, it was also announced that Queenie and the Jambalaya Jazz are…
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Disney VoluntEARS Celebrate 40 Years of Volunteerism at Anaheim Event
On Saturday, July 22, 2023, Disney VoluntEARS descended on Pearson Park in Anaheim for a special morning beautifying the park and celebrating 40 years of volunteerism. This event kicked off a summer of service initiative of beautifying four parks in Anaheim that is being funded by Disney. Disney VoluntEARS is partnering with the City of…
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Fantasmic! To Return to Disneyland in Spring 2024 Without Dragon
Disneyland Resort has announced that Fantasmic! will be returning to light up the Rivers of America at night in the spring of 2024. When it returns, the Maleficent dragon will not be a part of the show. This comes after the previous iteration of the Maleficent dragon went up in smoke earlier this year in…
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Splash Mountain Stump Removed During Transformation to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland
Work continues at Disneyland on the transformation of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Since closing in May, things have been very busy as workers continue to make new magic in the form of the new attraction that is set to open in 2024. The most recent visual update for the transformation is the removal…