Famous Ride Closes For Major Expansion
Disneyland 's Haunted Mansion attraction closed Monday for a months-long construction project.
Usually, the ride closes for a few weeks in January, so workers could remove the “Nightmare Before Christmas” decorations and props from the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay. The holiday overlap typically makes its annual debut during the Halloween season.
However, things will be ...
Dining At This Disney Restaurant Just Got Easier
Eating at a quick-service location is (usually) quick and easy, but sometimes the food isn 't as great. Not to mention that if you can 't find a table, it 's hard to eat. Table service meals often have great food (but not all the time), but they take up a lot of time. But there 's a new trend going around Disney parks that we can totally get on board with!
Over at the Hungry Bear Restaurant ...
Bizarre Facts Fishing At Disneyland
You 're probably familiar with Tom Sawyer Island, an attraction at Disneyland that was inspired by Mark Twain 's classic novels, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. While most are acquainted with Twain 's stories, you might not know that the classic attraction was once open for fishing.
In the late 1950s, there was a location within Tom Sawyer Island called ...
Evaluating The Whimsical Charm Of Mickeys Toontown
Nestled within the enchanting realm of Disneyland in Anaheim, California, lies a whimsical haven that transports visitors to a world of timeless charm and laughter - Mickey's Toontown.
This vibrant and lively district is a celebration of classic cartoon aesthetics, where the magic of animation comes to life, and beloved characters find their homes. As you step into this fantastical ...
Disneyland Adds Pirates Of The Caribbean To Genie Plus Line Skipping Service
Bringing down two major Disneyland attractions next door to each other for extended refurbishment will have a ripple effect on the gently flowing bayou waters of the Pirates of the Caribbean and the wait times for the popular New Orleans Square ride.
Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland will be temporarily added to the Disney Genie+ service starting Jan. 22 while nearby attractions ...
Pixar Fest Will Soon Cartwheel Into Disneyland
What to Know
Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort frolics from April 26 through Aug. 4, 2024
The event will include fresh additions, including scenes from "Turning Red" in "Together Forever - A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular" at Disneyland Park
A new Pixar sculpture will debut on Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland Park; a ticket and reservation is required to visit the ...
Best Spots For Making Tiktok Videos
TikTok has become hugely popular in recent years, with people creating fun 15 to 60 second videos set to music. Disneyland is a prime location for making engaging TikTok content. Guests are allowed to film TikTok videos throughout the Disneyland parks and resorts. When deciding where to film your Disneyland TikTok videos, it 's best to choose locations that are less crowded so you don 't disrupt other ...
Disastrous Debut The Inside Story Of The 1955 Opening Day Fiasco
Disneyland 's opening day on July 17, 1955, was intended to be a major media event, televised nationally with Hollywood stars and dignitaries in attendance. However, problems, mishaps, and disasters turned it into a day forever known as “Black Sunday.”
Background and Lead Up
The concept for Disneyland began when Walt Disney was spending time with his daughters at parks and ...
This Man Has One Of Disneylands Most Unusual Jobs
If you 're not looking for it as you stroll down Main Street U.S.A. (or, say, run for a first pickle award), you might miss it altogether. Only one little window reveals what 's inside the tiny shop, which is hardly even a shop at all. There 's no Disneyland merch, no ears, no spirit jerseys. The only things you can buy in the Silhouette Studio are memories.
People line up to get them, maybe ...
Disneyland Announces New And Returning Shows And Parades For 2024
Earlier this month, Disneyland Resort announced its 2024 calendar of events, along with details on the first four Disneyland After Dark events for the year, and now, they 've announced the return dates of a few shows, parades and other entertainment.
Disneyland Park
“Mickey 's Mix Magic”
Performed Jan. 8-March 21 and April 15-25
The high-energy nighttime ...
Haunted Mansion To Close For Construction
Starting in January 2024, Disneyland's popular Haunted Mansion attraction will be closed for construction.
We first told you about the news that the Haunted Mansion would be closed back in the summer for a spooky makeover.
The metamorphosis will "build on the story and lore of the Haunted Mansion and include an expanded outdoor queue to immerse guests in enhanced theming as ...
Rethinking Tomorrowland Bridging The Gap Between Nostalgia And Futurism
When you step into Tomorrowland at Disneyland, you're immediately transported to a realm that, ironically, feels more like a reflection of the past than a glimpse into the future. Despite its futuristic theme, the iconic section of the theme park seems to be stuck in a time warp, evoking a sense of nostalgia rather than showcasing the cutting-edge innovations we associate with the concept of "tomorrow." ...
Dick Nunis Former Chairman Of Walt Disney Attractions Dies At 91
Dick Nunis, the former chairman of Walt Disney Attractions, died Wednesday in Orlando, The Walt Disney Co. announced in a release. He was 91.
What You Need To Know
Dick Nunis died Wednesday in Orlando at the age of 91
The former Disney executive started his career at Disneyland in 1955
Nunis, who also served as chairman of Walt Disney Attractions, was instrumental ...
Star Wars Is Taking Over For The Season Of The Force
The Disneyland Resort will be taken over by Star Wars for a new event called "Season of the Force" next year. Disney Parks have only added more and more from the Star Wars galaxy to their various properties over the years, most notably Disneyland's and Walt Disney World's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge lands. Galaxy's Edge, otherwise known as the planet of Batuu, has since allowed Disney Parks to ...
Star Wars Fireworks And New Star Tours Scenes
A Stars Wars festival returning to Disneyland will bring a fireworks show with a galactic soundtrack in Galaxy 's Edge and new Star Tours destinations in Tomorrowland as the annual event continues to grow in size and scope.
The annual Season of the Force event returns April 5 through June 2 at the Anaheim theme park.
A galactic soundtrack featuring Star Wars music will be played ...
Disneyland Shuts 35 Rides After Nearby Earthquake Shook Things Up
A minor earthquake near Disneyland forced the closure of dozens of rides and left visitors with little to do while employees conducted mandatory safety protocols before reopening the attractions at the Anaheim theme park.
An earthquake in Fullerton on Monday, Dec. 4 centered about 2 miles north of Disneyland forced the temporary closure of at least 35 rides.
“Felt like it was ...
Captain Marvel Star Brie Larson Narrates Candlelight Processional
The secret identity of the Disney celebrity that is typically kept under wraps until the last possible moment as a surprise for VIP visitors invited to the annual Candlelight Processional at Disneyland has been revealed for this holiday season.
“Captain Marvel” and “The Marvels” star Brie Larson will narrate the 2023 Candlelight Processional at Disneyland on Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3 ...
Disneyland Just Revitalized One Of Its Most Underrated Attractions
Like many a child, no doubt, Kevin Kidney fantasized about living at Disneyland. But he didn 't imagine himself swashbuckling with pirates or cavorting with ghosts. His special place was more serene.
Kidney 's spot was the original Swiss Family Treehouse, built in 1962 and tucked away in Adventureland near the Jungle Cruise. His adoration of the treehouse instilled in him a lifelong love of ...
Naked Man Arrested Wandering Around Its A Small World
Police arrested a naked man at Disneyland on Sunday who allegedly hopped out of an It 's a Small World boat and wandered between the audio-animatronic dolls while a holiday version of the familiar soundtrack played in the background.
Anaheim police officers responded to a call at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 26 of a man who removed his clothes and was naked in or near the It 's a Small World ...
Long Lost Disneyland Landmark Rediscovered
The future came and went a long time ago at Disneyland. When Walt Disney was building his dream park in Anaheim, time and money were scarce and Tomorrowland was a prime place to cut corners. Autopia and Rocket to the Moon were the biggest attractions, with much of the remaining real estate occupied by corporate educational exhibits like Monsanto 's Hall of Chemistry and Crane 's Bathroom of Tomorrow. ...
Ride Aboard Original Train Cars At This California Christmas Event
Those looking for a Christmas excursion and a little bit of Disney history will want to make a trip to California 's Central Coast this holiday season for the opportunity to ride in one of the original train cars from Disneyland 's grand opening.
The train cars currently reside in Santa Margarita in San Luis Obispo County, and you can book yourself a trip to ride in the unique historic ...
Guests Injured By Falling Lamp Post
Several Disneyland guests were injured, including one who was taken to a hospital, after a lamp post on Main Street U.S.A. fell over due to high winds Monday, a Disneyland official confirmed to KTLA.
Anaheim Fire and Rescue responded to the scene just before 8:30 a.m. and discovered that three people had been hurt.
One person was transported to a hospital with serious injuries, ...
2023 Holiday Decor Includes More Than 25000 Holiday Plants And A 60 Foot Tall Christmas Tree
It's snowing in Southern California - but only on Main Street, U.S.A. Christmas has arrived at the Disneyland, and the resort has pulled out all the stops for the winter season.
During their visit, guests will be greeted by a staggering number of holiday plants this year: over 25,000 poinsettia, cyclamen and flowering plants, Disney said in a press release.
There's also a ...
Disneyland Tightens Pin Trading Rules To Rein In Pinsanity
Disneyland has reined in “professional” pin traders who bring thousands of collectible pins to the Anaheim theme park by extremely limiting the amount of time, number of pins and trading locations where the decades-old cherished Disney tradition is permitted.
Disneyland has updated its Guest Pin Trading Etiquette policy to help enhance the overall visitor experience, according to Disneyland ...
5 Hidden Details Inside Adventureland Treehouse You Do Not Want To Miss
Keep an eye out for these little hidden details sprinkled throughout the Adventureland Treehouse that pay homage to other Disneyland attractions, stories, and more.
A staple in Disneyland Park since it first opened in 1962, the Adventureland Treehouse has quite a long history. In fact, while it reopened with a new name and a fresh reimagining on November 10, 2023, this incredible sky-high ...
Disneyland Keeps Options Open With Adventureland Treehouse Original Backstory
The new Adventureland Treehouse introduces an original storyline to Disneyland not tied to any film, and that provides Walt Disney Imagineering with the flexibility to someday tell any potential story in the 80-foot-tall man-made tree - from Encanto to Jungle Book to Pandora.
The Adventureland Treehouse inspired by Walt Disney 's Swiss Family Robinson returned last week to Disneyland after a ...
Your Guide To The Holidays At The Disneyland Resort 2023
Now through Jan. 7, the Disneyland Resort celebrates the holidays with festive decor, new food and beverage items, and the return of seasonal spectaculars.
Merry Treats
Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park offers flavors and traditions from around the world, inspired by an array of cultural celebrations including Christmas, Navidad, Hanukkah, Diwali, ...
Dapper Day The Glamorous Get Dressy Gathering Returns
What to Know
Dapper Day Fall Outing and Expo
The Dapper Day Fall Outing is Nov. 12 while the expo is happening Nov. 11 and 12 at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim
A ticket and reservation are required to enter the parks; $19 advance Weekend Pass to the Disneyland Hotel expo; visiting the Downtown Disney District is free
The opportunities to swan about in ...
Analysis Liberty Street The Expansion Walt Never Built
Liberty Street at Disneyland was canceled, but Walt Disney had big plans for the proposed patriotic expansion to the park in the 1950s.
According to D23, In 1956 (just one year after Disneyland 's opening), Walt Disney Productions distributed a press release, detailing the company 's plans for Liberty Street.
Walt Disney 's Vision for Liberty Street at Disneyland
In May 1957, ...
Disneyland Bringing Back Fantasmic For Summer 2024 Kickoff
Disneyland fans will be able to kick off the summer with Sorcerer Mickey and a host of pink elephants, swashbuckling pirates and dancing princesses when “Fantasmic” returns after a yearlong hiatus following a fire that engulfed the show 's problematic animatronic dragon.
The “Fantasmic” nighttime spectacular will return to Disneyland 's Rivers of America on May 24, according to Disneyland ...
System Outage Disrupts Ticket Sales And Park Reservations
A glitch just as powerful but nowhere near as cute as Vanellope von Schweetz from “Wreck-It Ralph” brought the Disneyland website and mobile app to a screeching halt - but fortunately the system crash has been resolved at the Anaheim theme park.
Disneyland visitors and annual passholders who ran into a 404 error code on Tuesday, Nov. 7 due to a system outage can once again purchase tickets and ...
