6 Women Who Were Instrumental In Building Disneyland
Dateline: March 9, 2023
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When Disneyland opened in 1955 it was unlike anything the world had ever seen before. It was not simply an amusement park, but a theme park, an intricately designed experience, and one that continued to evolve over the years to come. As we celebrate Women 's History Month, it 's a good time to take a look at some of the women who made Disneyland the place that it
These Are The Best Rides
Dateline: February 10, 2023
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While there are two main Disney theme park resort complexes in the U.S., they are not duplicates of each other.
In fact, Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort are distinctly different with their own set of hotels, restaurants and attractions. Even when Disney rides and attractions share the same name at multiple parks, they are often very
5 Lightning Lane Attractions Closing In January For Refurbishment
Dateline: December 20, 2022
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It 's just about that time of year again when some of Disneyland 's most popular attractions go out of commission for a few weeks or several months to get a little TLC.
The end of the Christmas holiday season always brings a flurry of seasonal refurbishments at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure in January - with nine attractions getting a refresh
Disneyland Extends Haunted Mansion Holiday Run 3 Weeks
Dateline: December 19, 2022
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Disneyland has extended the run of Haunted Mansion Holiday a few extra weeks this Christmas season - much to the delight of each and every Buddy the Elf and dismay of Scrooge McDucks everywhere.
Disneyland 's classic version of Haunted Mansion won 't return until February once the Halloween and Christmas decorations are put away for another year.
7 Unusual Things You Did Not Know About Disneyland At The Holidays
Dateline: November 17, 2022
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If Disneyland uncovers your inner child during the summer months, you've got to see the resort when the holiday season rolls around. From icicles draping the spires of Sleeping Beauty Castle to hand-pulled candy canes, the entire Disneyland Resort is a remarkably festive place to celebrate the winter holidays.
With this year's celebrations running from
How Eddie Murphys Movie The Haunted Mansion Could Change A Popular Attraction
Dateline: October 27, 2022
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Nothing came of it, but there was an idea to change the attraction “Haunted Mansion” to match the Eddie Murphy movie.
Most of the attractions at Disneyland or Walt Disney World are based on popular movies. Some of the others, such as Pirates of the Caribbean, became films themselves, which, in turn, inspired the renewal of the wave itself. It turns out
I Was On The Haunted Mansion During A Ride Malfunction And It Was The Best Experience I Have Ever Had
Dateline: January 30, 2022
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There are people who like Haunted Mansion, and then there are people who, if they spend a day at Disneyland without a visit (or three) to the park 's “999 happy haunts,” leave feeling like the day was a total failure. Given that I wrote the previous sentence, it probably isn 't hard for you to decide which category I fall into. The attraction isn 't just my favorite ride
Does It Pass The Smell Test Rides Ranked By Their Scents
Dateline: December 31, 2021
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In an era when social media has made everyone with an annual pass a theme park influencer, it seems like we 've got rankings of every Disneyland ride, wait time, snack, souvenir and entertainment offering. But no one is talking about one of the most crucial elements to the park experience: the smell. Walt Disney himself knew that scents were important to forming positive
Its A Small World Closes Again Due To Suspicious Water
Dateline: December 11, 2021
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Ah, the smell of Disney water.
It 's something many Disney Guests look forward to - the unique and nostalgic smell of Disney 's H20 on attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean and Jungle Cruise.
But this famous water is also home to some dirty secrets, dirtiness which has recently closed down the fan-favorite “it 's a small world” attraction in
A Guide To Old And New Holiday Traditions
Dateline: November 15, 2021
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In its first holiday season since the COVID shutdown, Disneyland celebrates the return of beloved traditions and introduces new ways to make memories with live entertainment, festive foods, themed merchandise, wintertime decor, new characters, and more.
Merry Traditions
Guests are invited to experience the return of “A Christmas Fantasy” Parade
5 Spooky Ghost Stories
Dateline: November 1, 2021
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It 's the spooky season, so it 's a great time to look at the spooky history of the happiest place on Earth. Even at Halloween, Disneyland isn't exactly the scariest theme park. Still, for a place that 's been around for more than 65 years, it has many interesting stories to tell, and that includes ghost stories.
Over the decades, a number of mysterious
There Is A Secret Cemetery At Haunted Mansion And It Is Not The One You Are Thinking Of
Dateline: October 29, 2021
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The Matterhorn Bobsleds may have a hidden basketball court, but there 's no other ride in Disneyland that has more secrets than the Haunted Mansion. The 1969 ride, one of the last overseen (at least in part) by Walt Disney himself, is full of surprises and strange legends.
But a secret cemetery? That was a new one, even for me.
There 's a
A Really Weird Experience The Oddest Places Readers Have Ever Been Stuck On Rides
Dateline: October 20, 2021
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There 's one moment on the Haunted Mansion - my favorite ride, my only must-do on any given Disneyland day - that I absolutely dread. Sometimes I close my eyes, sometimes I just avert them to focus on something more agreeable to my sensibilities, sometimes I just fix my gaze, staring down my own demon in grotesque horror.
It has absolutely nothing to do with
Snow Has Come
Dateline: October 20, 2021
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We are in the heart of Halloween season, and also in Southern California, but that hasn 't stopped snow from making its way to Disneyland Resort. Guests visiting the Happiest Place on Earth will now see snow adorning Sleeping Beauty Castle as the Park prepares for its holiday season.
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort do not officially begin until November 12,
For The First Time Disneyland To Host Separate Ticket After Hours Christmas Holiday Event For 165 Dollars
Dateline: September 10, 2021
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For the first time in its history, Disneyland Resort will follow its sister property in Florida and host a limited capacity, separate ticket Christmas season after-hours event this winter.
For $165 per person, visitors to the Disney Merriest Nites at Disneyland can enjoy a special performance of a Christmas Fantasy Parade, enjoy a new "Frozen"- themed party
Team Spends 4 Months Creating Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House
Dateline: September 3, 2021
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A team of Disneyland designers, carpenters, special effects technicians, pastry chefs, bakers and confectioners spends up to four months each year creating the gingerbread house that wows Haunted Mansion riders every Halloween and Christmas season.
“It 's like I don 't even have complete control of this thing at all,” Disney Live Entertainment Associate Art
Dates For Christmas Parades Fireworks And Food Fest
Dateline: September 1, 2021
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Source: Orange County Register
Disneyland is already making plans for the Christmas season with giant ornaments, faux snow and holiday music even before Labor Day Weekend brings an unofficial end to summer and we put away our bathing suits, sunscreen and beach chairs for another year.
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will kick off the Christmas holiday season on Nov. 12 with a
When Will Close And Reopen Haunted Mansion For Holiday Makeover
Dateline: July 16, 2021
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Haunted Mansion fans have a month to jump on the classic version of the Disneyland dark ride before the beloved 1969 attraction goes down for a few weeks to get ready for the Halloween and Christmas holiday seasons.
The Haunted Mansion will be closed for refurbishment from Aug. 16 to Sept. 2 to transform the dark ride with “The Nightmare Before Christmas”
Awesome Way Disneyland Will Celebrate The 20Th Anniversary Of The Nightmare Before
Dateline: July 12, 2021
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Visiting Disneyland Resort is special anytime you can do it, but there's something extra special about doing it during the holiday season. While there's always something new at Disneyland to experience, there are also those traditional elements that return year after year that fans look forward to. And one of those is the Nightmare Before Christmas overlay given to
Disneyland Has Created Its Most Elaborate Gingerbread House Ever
Dateline: July 12, 2021
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Today marks Disney 's Halfway to the Holidays celebration, which means lots of holiday season announcements for Disney Parks lovers! One of this morning 's most exciting reveals for Disneyland Resort fans is the Nightmare Before Christmas-themed gingerbread house that will be part of the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay.
Disney Parks Blog shared details about
App Confirms Return Of Holiday Favorite
Dateline: July 6, 2021
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Not long ago, the Disneyland mobile app showed that the popular attraction the Haunted Mansion would be closed from August 16 until September 2. There was speculation that that closure signaled that Haunted Mansion Holiday would return, though nothing could be confirmed. Well, that has changed, and we now have confirmation that The Nightmare Before Christmas overlay is
How The Haunted Mansion Will Change When Disneyland Reopens
Dateline: April 12, 2021
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Source: Orange County Register
The 999 ghosts that call Disneyland 's Haunted Mansion home have been busy redecorating the classic dark ride attraction and the grounds surrounding the estate while the mortals were away during the yearlong coronavirus closure of the Anaheim theme park.
Disneyland 's Haunted Mansion renovation brings new draperies, carpet, wallpaper and decor inside the
Haunted Mansion Favorite Attraction Gets Facelift
Dateline: December 18, 2020
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The Haunted Mansion hosts 999 happy haunts, and there 's always room for one more, 365 days a year…that is, unless Disneyland is closed or the ride is under refurbishment.
In 2020, we got a double whammy. Not only was it announced that the original Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland was closing for a lengthy refurbishment in 2020, but also ever Disney
10 Major Rides In Disneyland That Are Not At Disney World
Dateline: March 21, 2020
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When it comes to the American Disney Parks, it's a regular Battle Royale between the east coast and the west coast. On the one hand, Disneyland is Walt's original park. On the other, you have a bigger, better, and brighter version of the California classic. In our humble opinion, it all comes down to a matter of attraction.
Walt Disney World in Orlando
A Guest Literally Pulled The Sword Excalibur From The Stone
Dateline: January 14, 2020
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Legend tells of the Sword in the Stone, a weapon that can only be pulled from its resting place by the new king. For decades that sword has rested in front of King Arthur's Carousel at Disneyland, and now, it appears we have a new leader, because somebody apparently pulled the sword from the stone.
A few days ago the sword, which sits in front of the
Events And Attractions Coming In 2020
Dateline: January 14, 2020
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Walt Disney famously said that Disneyland would never be finished as long as there was imagination. Clearly, there has been no lack of imagination, as the California theme park, and the many Disney Parks that followed it, have continued to update and change over time. This means that even if you visit a place like Disneyland Resort every year, there will almost always be
Classic Space Mountain Coaster To Return Soon After Removing Star Wars Overlay
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Dateline: December 21, 2019
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A fleet of X-Wings, TIE fighters and Star Destroyers will soon be departing Hyperspace Mountain as the often-extended limited-time run of the Star Wars overlay on the Tomorrowland roller coaster finally comes to an end.
Hyperspace Mountain will close on Jan. 7 to remove the Star Wars overlay from the indoor roller coaster, Disneyland officials said. The
Disney Recalls The Small World War And The Challenges Of Changing Classic Rides
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Dateline: December 19, 2019
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Walt Disney Imagineering faces an never-ending challenge: Should Disney 's creative team change a classic Disneyland ride or preserve the beloved attraction for nostalgia 's sake?
The fifth episode of “The Imagineering Story” on the new Disney+ streaming service delves into the dilemma of updating cherished Disneyland attractions and the inevitable uproar
Haunted Mansion Will Close In 2020 For Months Long Renovation
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Dateline: December 6, 2019
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The Haunted Mansion attraction will undergo a two-month-plus refurbishment in early 2020 after the venerable 50-year-old Disneyland dark ride finishes up its “The Nightmare Before Christmas”-themed seasonal holiday run.
The Haunted Mansion will undergo a scheduled refurbishment beginning Jan. 21 after the attraction 's holiday overlay is removed, Disneyland
Holiday Spectacular 11 Must See Attractions
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Dateline: November 10, 2019
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It 's hard to believe, but the winter holidays were once the slow season at Disneyland, back when people spent their weekends shopping instead of heading to a theme park. Those days are long gone, thanks to the resort 's over-the-top holiday decorations and entertainment. With a holiday season that extends from early November through Jan. 6, the decked-out Disneyland and
Disneyland Holidays Transform Park To Merriest Place On Earth
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Dateline: November 4, 2019
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What is your favorite part of visiting Disneyland Resort over the Christmas holiday? Some recaps will appear across the parks in 2019, but also some new attractions are in the works!
This winter, Disneyland presents "Mickey's Happy Holidays!" featuring never before seen inclusive events like a guest dance party and live performance starring Mickey Mouse
How To Celebrate Your Anniversary So It Is Romantic And Fun
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Dateline: October 24, 2019
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Your anniversary is coming up, and you're on the lookout for the most romantic and fun way to celebrate. For Disney lovers, heading to the Magic Kingdom may be an obvious choice, but you're wondering exactly how to celebrate your anniversary at Disneyland. Of course, there's no right or wrong way to do Disneyland, but there are a few things you can plan to do in
6 Things To Do At Halloween Time In 2019
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Dateline: September 13, 2019
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It's Halloween Time once again, and guests of all ages can enjoy decorations and delights at the Disneyland Resort.
The season is in full swing through Oct. 31, a spokesperson said. brings guests of all ages under its spell, with spook-tacular experiences themed especially for the season from Sept. 6 through Oct. 31, 2019.
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Halloween Treats 2019 Roundup Is Tasty And Bootiful For The Gram
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Dateline: September 9, 2019
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Someone cue the Nightmare Before Christmas music, because "this is Halloween," and it's time to get your spook on. Once you see that Mickey pumpkin smiling on Main Street, you know Halloween time at Disneyland is officially here. For any foodie, you also know there will be a ton of Instagrammable treats on the menu in both Disneyland and California Adventure to check
Haunted Mansion Transforms To Stuff Of Nightmares
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Dateline: September 9, 2019
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Disneyland is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion ride with some familiar faces and a spookier-than-ever gingerbread mini-mansion as the piece de resistance.
Jack Skellington and the 'Nightmare Before Christmas' ghouls have accepted their 19th invitation, and have joined the 999 happy haunts of the mansion. They've decked the
Crowds Return For Halloween Screams Fireworks Show Filling Both Parking Garages To Capacity
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Dateline: September 7, 2019
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The triumphant return of the “Halloween Screams” fireworks show filled Disneyland 's two parking garages to capacity on Friday night as crowds returned to the Anaheim theme park for the kick off of the Halloween Time holiday season.
Halloween Time returned to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure on a hot and balmy early September day that topped 90
Is Haunted Mansion Really Haunted Consider The Mystery Of The Missing Shingle From The Holiday Gingerbread House
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Dateline: September 6, 2019
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It 's become a ghostly tradition to leave out a plate of shingle-shaped cookies for the spectral spirit that likes to swipe roofing tiles off of the holiday gingerbread house in Disneyland 's Haunted Mansion.
It started in 2001 when Disneyland installed “The Nightmare Before Christmas” holiday overlay on the Haunted Mansion for the first time. Every year the
Haunted Mansion Gets Holiday Makeover In Nearly Half The Time It Has Been Crazy
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Dateline: September 5, 2019
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Disneyland will transform the Haunted Mansion for the holidays in nearly half the time this year with double the staff working in two shifts to get the classic E-ticket attraction ready for its popular “The Nightmare Before Christmas” incarnation.
“It 's been crazy,” Disney Parks Live Entertainment technical director Joe Peters said. “My team knows what they
20 Surprising Things You Can And Can Not See Do And Taste At Your Next Visit
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Dateline: August 13, 2019
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Blue milk. Human ashes. Feral cats.
Disneyland may be 85 acres of carefully curated mirth, but even after nearly 65 years of operation in Anaheim, Calif., the vacation destination can still surprise -- as park-goers who 've encountered the blue milk, human ashes and, yes, feral cats can attest.
Before you next pass through the turnstile en route
Haunted Mansion Is Celebrating It Is 50th Anniversary And These Grim Grinning Ghosts Have Plenty Of Memories
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Dateline: August 7, 2019
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Welcome, foolish mortals, to this tale of a haunted house so legendary that it 's lasted 50 years. That 's right, it 's been half a century since the Haunted Mansion opened in Disneyland as a landmark of New Orleans Square.
Since then, this antebellum manor, known to millions as the “home of 999 ghosts with always room for one more,” has spawned books,
Fa La La It Is A Holidaytime Reveal
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Dateline: July 29, 2019
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It's always a little Christmassy inside Disneyland park, whatever date the calendar reads, thanks to The Happiest Place on Earth's devotion to nostalgic details, old-timey tunes, green trees everywhere, and costumes galore.
Which means this: When the yuletide season actually arrives, the Anaheim destination goes the distance on delighting guests, from
Disneyland To Offer Halloween Screams To All This Fall
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Dateline: July 9, 2019
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The Disneyland Resort announced earlier this year that it would be moving its annual hard-ticket Halloween party back across the esplanade to Disney California Adventure this fall. But with the new Oogie Boogie Bash running over there, what would happen to the Halloween Screams fireworks show that used to play exclusively at Mickey's Halloween Party?
Well,
Holiday Happenings At Disneyland
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Dateline: December 27, 2018
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Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park are both in the forefront of theme park holiday activities, with new attractions, new decor, and inclusive events celebrating a wide range of seasonal experiences.
At Disneyland, the attention to detail is in its decorations, and their elaborate construction is a big part of the draw for park guests. According the Walt
Why Disneyland Is the Best Place On Earth To Celebrate The Holidays
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Dateline: December 1, 2018
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Unless you nab a ticket to the North Pole, there's no better place to celebrate winter than at Disneyland Resort. Holiday time at the parks is so much more than Christmas trees, parades and hugs from Santa Goofy - which happens to be a very real thing. Between the nightly snowfall, majestic gingerbread houses and celebrations of every seasonal holiday beyond just
5 Types Of People Who Should Visit Disneyland At Christmas Are You One Of Them
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Dateline: November 12, 2018
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Anyone who visits Disneyland during the holidays knows that the theme park didn't invent Christmas cheer. It perfected it.
From a towering holiday tree to the wreaths and lights that drip from any real estate capable of supporting decorations, Disneyland is the center of the yule-niverse.
It wasn't always this way. In December 1955, workers put up a modest tree
Deck The Halls At Disneyland 2018 Guide To The Holidays
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Dateline: October 2, 2018
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The Happiest Place on Earth just got much merrier! The Holidays at Disneyland Resort are just around the corner, and this year will be the most magical season to date. Disneyland Resort celebrates the holidays from November 9, 2018, through January 6, 2019, providing park guests with nearly two months of holiday cheer.
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You Would Never Guess Scariest Ride This Halloween
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Dateline: October 1, 2018
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Disneyland is known for going all out at holiday celebrations, and Halloween time at the two California theme parks is no exception. Guests can enjoy cheerful Jack-o'-lanterns lining Main Street U.S.A., Haunted Mansion's re-emergence as a silver screen joyride, and plenty of festive photo ops - all for the price of a main gate ticket. It's all delightfully
Most Famous Gingerbread House Has Legs Literally
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Dateline: September 26, 2018
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Jack Skellington might have asked "what's this?" several times in "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas," but that isn't a question you'll utter when your Doom Buggy rolls through the famous ballroom at Disneyland Park's Haunted Mansion.
For you surely know what is before your very eyes, should you be familiar with the "Nightmare"-ish fable and Halloween Time
Halloween Party Tickets Sold Out
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Dateline: September 23, 2018
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Disneyland's annual Halloween party is now completely sold out within days of the first party night last Wednesday.
Mickey's Halloween Party will be held on 15 separate nights between Sept. 19 and Halloween and includes trick-or-treating stations throughout the park, the Headless Horseman riding down Main Street, the Frightfully Fun Parade, the Cadaver Dans - an a
Disneyland Announces Plans Dates for Halloween
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Dateline: May 25, 2018
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Disneyland is already a popular summer vacation destination, but the theme park is looking ahead to the fall and the vast array of Halloween events and attractions scheduled for this year.
Starting on September 7 and running through October 31, seasonal attraction overlays, Halloween decorations and themed food and beverage offerings will take over both California
Would Disneyland Ever Do A Christmas Overlay Based On The Horrible Star Wars Holiday Special
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Dateline: November 7, 2017
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Christmas is coming to the Disneyland Resort this weekend. Given that some theme parks kick off their annual Halloween celebrations in late August, waiting until the second week in November to start Christmas seems almost an act of restraint. But an early, pre-Thanksgiving start to the Christmas season allows Disney and other theme parks more time to lure holiday-loving
Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House Is Swarming With Creepy Crawlies
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Dateline: September 19, 2017
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Tim Burton and The Haunted Mansion collide for this scary sweet gingerbread house at Disneyland.
Houses made of cookie don't typically scream Halloween. In fact, they don't typically scream at all, typically filling out a cutesy Christmas tablescape. But at one of Disneyland's most haunted estates, scaring up a good time (especially around the holidays) comes with
More Progress On Star Wars Land Halloween Arrives
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Dateline: September 8, 2017
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Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge topped out, and Halloween is making its presence known around the Disneyland Resort as the weather finally cools in September.
The heat wave's back finally broken, and many kids have returned to school, making the first few weeks of September less crowded at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.
Of course, with the end of the
8 Tips For Celebrating The Holidays At Disneyland
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Dateline: December 6, 2016
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Get the most out of your Disneyland vacation with these insider tricks.
The holiday season truly is magical at Disneyland, bustling with special events, parties, parades, entertainment and elaborate decorations. Plus, Disneyland Resort offers special annual events, from the Festival of Holidays entertainment to the "World of Color -- Season of Light" spectacle at
Disneyland Resort Celebrates Festival Of Holidays
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Dateline: November 8, 2016
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It's the season for celebrations as Holidays at the Disneyland Resort launches Nov. 10, inviting family and friends to make magical memories together.
This year, guests will have even more to celebrate as they discover the new Festival of Holidays, with music, dance, food and heartwarming holiday festivities inspired by cultural traditions from around the world.
Beignets Pirates And Ghosts Oh My
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Dateline: October 15, 2016
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When New Orleans Square opened in July of 1966, the mayor of New Orleans, Victor Schiro, participated in the dedication. Schiro announced that Disney was an honorary citizen of the real city and joked that adding the Square cost as much as the original Louisiana Purchase. The dedication was Walt's last public appearance before his death that December.
There are two
Halloween Season Is Also Refurbishment Season At Disneyland
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Dateline: September 27, 2016
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The Jack O'Lanterns have taken over Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland as the Halloween season is in full force. But along with Halloween comes the other major part of autumn at Disneyland, refurbishments.
Scrims were up on a variety of shops and attractions throughout the parks and Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort.
Even the Downtown Disney parking area
Disneyland Preps For Halloween As 60th Anniversary Fades Away
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Dateline: September 7, 2016
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The jack-o'-lanterns started magically appearing this week at Disneyland as the Halloween season grows near.
At the same time, the 60th anniversary decorations were magically disappearing into Yesterland. The large "60" button on the front of Sleeping Beauty Castle was removed, as were most of the related decorations on the lamp posts on Main Street U.S.A. Other
Whats New At Disneyland
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Dateline: August 23, 2016
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So many new attractions have recently opened at Disneyland and more are coming! Jen Dunyon, VP of Communications, says now is a great time to head to The Happiest Place on Earth. Luigi's Rollickin' Roadsters in Cars Land opened in March, the NEW Frozen - Live at the Hyperion opened over Memorial Day Weekend (full Broadway style musical - get a Fastpass!), and Soarin'
Star Wars Land Construction Progresses On Resort Planned Attraction
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Dateline: August 22, 2016
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Concrete walls are shaping up at Disneyland for the "Star Wars" land project at Disneyland, as construction crews look to be preparing much of the land for building foundations.
The first walls appear to be around the new channel for the Rivers of America in Frontierland and for the new route for the Disneyland Railroad.
As the summer winds down, many of the
This Is How Disneyland Changed In The 2000s
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Dateline: July 17, 2016
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The new century started out with few changes inside Disneyland, as the company was focused on big changes outside the park, but things would liven up as the century progressed.
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Parking at Disneyland changed with the opening of the Mickey & Friends parking structure on the land that was a strawberry farm for decades. The more than 10,000-space structure was
Changes And Closures At The Disneyland Resort
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Dateline: January 25, 2016
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The Disneyland Resort is undergoing a few changes, some temporary, others permanent.
It's A Small World is closed as its holiday overlay is removed, while the Haunted Mansion is open after its holiday overlay has already been removed.
Scrims have been erected around the Hungry Bear Restaurant at Disneyland to block views of the Rivers of America while
How Disney Parks Use Halloween To Update Their Classic Attractions
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Dateline: October 22, 2015
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Candy! Costumes! Calacas! Halloween has always been a fan-favorite holiday. Without much in the way of religion or tradition to take priority, this is a day of pure fun. A time for kids to indulge in way too much sugar, and for adults to dress up in otherwise-socially-unacceptable costumes before hitting the town.
It's also a time of year that theme parks are
Rare Collecting Disneyland Exhibit And Auction
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Dateline: October 20, 2015
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Van Eaton Galleries, one of the world's premier animation artwork and collectibles galleries located in Sherman Oaks, California, has announced a rare exhibit and auction, "Collecting Disneyland." The auction will take place Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Van Eaton Galleries located at 13613 Ventura Blvd in Sherman Oaks, California. Collecting Disneyland is an
When Villains Rule The Night
Dateline: October 12, 2015
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If I've ever been to Disneyland during Halloween, I was a kid, because I don't remember it. However, I do know that for Halloween, like Christmas, the decorators go all out. The equivalent of the giant tree in the Town Square and Mickey shaped wreaths are Mickey shaped jack-o-lanterns, complete with friendly smile and pumpkin ears. The entrance plaza has the "fab five,"
Disneyland Ride Review Eerie And Merry Join For The Haunted Mansion Holiday
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Dateline: September 27, 2015
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A haunted house mixing Christmas and Halloween is exactly what you get when Disneyland adds the seasonal overlay called the Haunted Mansion Holiday to its classic attraction.
Based on the Tim Burton-produced film "The Nightmare Before Christmas," it features Jack Skellington and other characters from the movie.
You start your tour of the mansion as usual, but
Disney Rolls Out Their Fun And Not So Scary Mickey Halloween Party
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Dateline: September 26, 2015
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Spooky projections played on Main Street, U.S.A. and Disney's most famous villains came out at Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland.
Disneyland kicked off its not-so-scary Halloween celebration on Friday, the first of a 17-night special ticketed affair that runs on select nights through Oct. 31.
But instead of gore and bloody decorations or costumed monsters
Dates Announced Disneyland Holidays
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Dateline: September 4, 2015
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JACK SKELLINGTON KNOWS: September through December -- or, let's be honest, early January -- is a whirl of bunting and lights and decorations and fresh costumes and special events at Disneyland Resort. But just because Halloween arrives before the December holidays on the calendar doesn't mean that The Happiest Place on Earth always sticks strictly to the order of things.
Disneyland Haunted Mansion Closes To Prep For Halloween
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Dateline: August 24, 2015
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Ghosts are coming back to Space Mountain. And Jack Skellington and the rest of "The Nightmare Before Christmas" crew are taking over the Haunted Mansion.
But before those attractions can take on their Halloween season look, they will shut down for a bit.
The Haunted Mansion closed today for nearly three weeks so the popular attraction can get its semi-spooky
Disney Voice Over Actors Bring Theme Park Rides To Life
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Dateline: July 28, 2015
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Voice-over actors are the hidden artists who provide the audio atmosphere and essential back stories that bring theme parks to life..
From the parking lot tram spiel to park-wide announcements to ride narrations, the best work of voice-over actors often goes unnoticed simply because it blends so seamlessly into the overall theme park experience.
During the
5 Disney Ride Ideas That Never Saw The Light of Day
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Dateline: July 20, 2015
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Disney parks are known for bringing the magic of their movies and making it into a tangible experience for fans across the world. But as much success as Disney has had - magical or otherwise - not all of their ideas have been great enough to make it to fruition.
At one time or another the following five rides were thought to be great ideas before getting shut down.
How Disneyland Is Like Apple
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Dateline: January 4, 2015
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My family went to Disneyland over the Christmas holidays. The drive from San Francisco took most of a day. The park was packed to the rafters, with wait times of over an hour on many rides. My next credit card bill will probably give me a heart attack.
And you know what? We loved it. We'll almost definitely go back.
The reason? Disneyland feels like one of the
Merriest Place On Earth
Dateline: December 6, 2014
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"The Happiest Place on Earth" becomes all the more magical during the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Tinsel and garland cover almost every inch of the already beautiful park. In 2006 they had a machine that produced many tiny bubbles grouped to make snowflakes. My mother has a picture of me dancing in them, somewhere.
When the House of the Future was still there, a
Disneyland Resort Welcomes Anna And Elsa From Frozen To A Christmas Fantasy Parade For The Holidays
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Dateline: November 17, 2014
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The Happiest Place on Earth Just Gets Merrier as Anna and Elsa from Walt Disney Pictures' animated hit "Frozen" join the annual holiday celebration at the Disneyland Resort. The Holidays bring themed entertainment, sparkling decorations, delicious treats, festive traditions and holiday shopping to locations throughout the Resort.
Among the highlights of the season,
Disneyland Undergoes Halloween Transformations
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Dateline: October 18, 2014
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It's that time of the year at Disneyland when Mickey Mouse jack-o'-lanterns light up the park and make for the picture perfect Halloween backdrop. Along Main Street, the characters aren't the only ones in costume.
"This is fun, everyone seems happy and is in a positive mood, and it's Disneyland, how can you go wrong?" Alene Soto said.
Whether you're in a
Disneyland Haunted Mansion Is A House Of Fancy Frights
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Dateline: October 18, 2014
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No one in Orange County decorates a house for Halloween quite like the creative minds behind the Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland. It has been 14 years since the seasonal "Nightmare Before Christmas"- themed overlay was launched at the classic Haunted Mansion, and the ghoulish meets quirky meets elegant design continues to evolve as the designers tweak or add new
Disneyland Resort Shows A Spooky Disney Side For Halloween Time
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Dateline: September 12, 2014
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Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is a one-of-a-kind celebration of chilling, family friendly fun. From Friday, Sept. 12, through Friday, Oct. 31, guests will explore their spooky Disney Side with special Halloween transformations of Haunted Mansion and Space Mountain; encounter Disney villains conjured by a magic cauldron; dance to the Mad T Party band and meet
Disneyland Halloween Party Offers Discounted Admission
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Dateline: July 29, 2014
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We're not yet finished with the hot summer months in the desert, but at Disneyland, already it's time to think about Halloween. If nothing else, thoughts of October may work as a psychological diversion from the heat.
Tickets for the annual Mickey's Halloween Party went on sale weeks ago for annual passholders.
They go on sale to the general public Wednesday,
Even Bigger: Halloween Grows At Disneyland
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Dateline: July 12, 2014
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OUT-SIZED OCTOBER: Back in the day -- so, lo about the 1960s and '70s, give or take -- you couldn't top summer for Disneyland's busiest season. Grad nights and date nights and concerts and special events filled out the warm weather months, and those oh-so-popular overnights, too (those still come up, when the park stays open for 24 hours, as it did just before Memorial
Holidays At Disneyland Are Truly The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
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Dateline: December 11, 2013
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To be sure, the holiday season wasn't created by the Walt Disney Company, but the folks who encourage us to believe in magic have certainly put their stamp on "the most wonderful time of the year."
Having spent countless hours enjoying what Walt Disney World has to offer during this special time of year, we entered the Disneyland Resort recently somewhat
Disneyland And California Adventure Most Festive Place On Earth?
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Dateline: November 22, 2013
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Many people in Southern California lament that there is no distinct change of seasons and that winter holidays are lacking because there isn't any snow.
But area theme parks have everything to get even the "bah, humbug!" types in a festive mood.
For starters, there's Disneyland, "The Happiest Place on Earth," from its tall ornament-bedecked tree at the
How Disneyland Gave My Son The Golden Gift Of Patience
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Dateline: November 7, 2013
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"Mom, pleeeeeease can we play? Can we do something fun? This is so boooring. Monday is soooooo boring," my 6-year-old whined to me as I sat at my desk.
Nine times out of ten, I would have called in the circus and pulled out my "let me entertain you" hat. Instead of letting him be bored and then sitting with my own guilt about having to work, steam broccoli, fold
Jungle Cruise Gets A Holiday Makeover At Disneyland
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Dateline: October 23, 2013
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The Jungle Cruise attraction at Disneyland and Walt Disney World will get a special holiday makeover for the first time ever this year.
For the first time ever, the iconic Jungle Cruise ride at Disneyland Park in California and in the Magic Kingdom at Florida's Walt Disney World will be getting a special holiday makeover.
The "Jingle Cruise" will launch in early
Mickey's Halloween Party Is Fun For All Ages
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Dateline: October 3, 2013
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It's often said that you can't go home again, but you can definitely return to your childhood during Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland in Anaheim, part of the amusement park's holiday celebration through Oct. 31.
This family-friendly event is filled with happy surprises, a few scares and a lot of memory-making fun. And unlike at some parks, everyone is
How To Enjoy Halloween Time At The Disneyland Resort
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Dateline: September 27, 2013
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As a native of Southern California, I've been visiting Disneyland ever since I was a little girl. I have very fond memories of not being able to sleep the night before, my body positively buzzing from excitement - Disneyland! The drive to the park was almost unbearable too, especially when I caught sight of the snow-capped mountain of the Matterhorn. That meant we were
Disney Scares Up A Hearty Good Time
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Dateline: September 12, 2013
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Spooky times -- G rated, of course -- ahead at Disneyland and it all starts this weekend when villains and goblins come out for a special night of fun in celebration of Friday the 13th.
I'm so there.
In honor of the day, Disneyland is staying open until 1 a.m. and invites all to "Party Like a Villain."
Town Square will be transformed for the party where
Disneyland Resort Celebrates Halloween Time 2013
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Dateline: July 15, 2013
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Friday the 13th - Sept. 13, 2013 - will offer extra chills this year at the Disneyland Resort. On that day, The Happiest Place on Earth gets spookier as Halloween Time returns with Disney villains, Mickey Mouse and his friends in Halloween costumes, a Dia de los Muertos celebration and the special after-hours Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland Park. In addition,
Disneyland Announces Plans For Halloween Time 2013
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Dateline: July 1, 2013
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Halloween is one of the biggest holidays of the year, especially when it comes to theme parks. While most places generally offer strictly terrifying thrills, Disneyland Resort offers spooky fun for the whole family.
From September 13th through October 31st, guests will be able to enjoy all sorts of fun Halloween festivities. The general favorites are returning, but
Everything You Need To Know About Disneyland Resorts During The Holidays
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Dateline: November 29, 2012
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The busy holiday season is upon and it's usually filled with travel. Why not make a new tradition by including a family visit to Disneyland?
After my recent trip, I decided that the holidays are the best time to go. Post Halloween offers smaller crowds, shorter lines,comfortable weather - A perfect family bonding event in the middle of a rushed season! Disneyland is
Disneyland Holidays 2012
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Dateline: November 10, 2012
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Halloween is over and the Holiday season has arrived to Southern California .The decorations have been brought out, great meals are planned and with family and friends arriving to celebrate, there is so much left to do! Favorites are coming back and new additions to the Parks are going to be showcased with seasonal flair. During the Holiday season, it seems that
Disneyland Park Releases Dates Details Of Christmas Holiday Season
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Dateline: October 24, 2012
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Always a magical place, Disneyland Park becomes extra festive during the Christmas season. The theme park will celebrate the holiday from Nov. 12, 2012 through Jan. 6, 2013 with the return of its seasonal offerings, announced Disneyland Resort on Oct. 23.
Visiting Disneyland Park is an annual tradition for many guests who come to see the park's festive decor and
In Disneyland Even A Gingerbread House Can Be Scary
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Dateline: October 14, 2012
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The Imagineers at Disney must have a creative outlet, or I think their heads will simply burst with ideas. I can't wait to take the kids and see, first hand, what they came up with this time.
Every year at this time, when the leaves change and the nights get darker, Disneyland and Disney World are reinvented in the spirit of Halloween, as ghoulish pumpkins are
10 Disney Attractions Closing For Rehab
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Dateline: August 30, 2012
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Indiana Jones Adventure and two Fantasyland rides will close for most of the fall to undergo renovations as summer crowds dissipate at Disneyland.
That park and neighboring Disney California Adventure will shut down 10 venues in September for refurbishment, after the record-breaking summer season wraps up with Labor Day.
The longest closures, which begin
Disney Making Its Tallest Gingerbread House
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Dateline: August 22, 2012
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At 9 feet tall with a ghost train around it, the upcoming gingerbread house will stand the tallest and feature the most complex special effects in the Haunted Mansion Holiday's 12-year history.
Disneyland will debut its new, spooky gingerbread house when the seasonal version of the Haunted Mansion ride opens Sept. 14. Disney transforms the Haunted Mansion into the
2 Disney Rides Temporarily Close This Month
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Dateline: July 31, 2012
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Two Disneyland rides will temporarily close for part of this month as crews undertake projects.
Disney traditionally schedules few rehabilitation projects during the busy summer season, when crowds are heavy.
Meanwhile, the Jungle Cruise is scheduled to reopen Thursday after a weeklong closure. Crews are shrinking the gap between the dock and the boats to make
Disney Adventure Without The Kids
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Dateline: July 19, 2012
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When I told a New York friend I was heading to Disneyland to explore its appeal for adults, his immediate retort was that it would be a very brief visit. And when our group, not a person under 35, walked through the gates of Disneyland on a warm Saturday and contemplated the crush of elbow-high humanity before us, I wondered if perhaps he was right.
Yet seven hours
Party With Mickey While Saving On Disneyland Admission
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Dateline: July 11, 2012
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It may be July still, but Disneyland is already planning its holidays and this week posted its invitation for all to Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland.
And the best part about this "party" is the admission price$54 to $69 per person, depending on which night you attend the event. Tickets are for Disneyland only, but offer a savings of up to $35 per person.
Disneyland Increases Halloween Prices
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Dateline: June 27, 2012
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Disneyland visitors will pay $2 to $5 more to go to the park's popular after-hours Halloween parties this year.
Disney is already getting ready for its big fall promotion, Halloween Time. The company this week announced the dates and prices.
Halloween Time runs Sept. 14 to Oct. 31 with a few ride revisions and special decorations that can be seen by all
Walking In A Winter Wonderland
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Dateline: December 20, 2011
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Having grown up in Southern California, I can't remember a time when I wasn't aware of Disneyland.
I've loved the amusement park and all things Disney since I was itty bitty. I can remember being carried out to the car while it was still dark out when I was a little girl only to wake up again at Disneyland in awe. Now as an adult, I still find the "Happiest Place on
Christmas At Disneyland Is Busy But Still Magical
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Dateline: December 17, 2011
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Disneyland at Christmas Time is even more magical
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas and if the kids stayed off the naughty list they might just get lucky enough to be screaming "I'm going to Disneyland!" As the parents, brace yourself for a busy trip. I was there last week and it's already in full holiday mode. Here are a few hints to make the trip an
Disneyland At Christmas It's Not Just For Kids
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Dateline: December 11, 2011
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If there's a better place to immerse yourself in the Holidays than Disneyland I don't know where it could be. And that's especially true if you can stay at one of Disney's resort hotels.
Once again this year, California residents can take an easy drive to Anaheim and enter a world of lights, color, music, rides and even Christmas "snow."
Familiar attractions
Merry Holidays At Disneyland
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Dateline: November 30, 2011
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The magic of the holiday season is made all that more magical with cheap flights to Disneyland. Disney goes all out to create a winter wonderland at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure theme parks. Expect holiday-themed attractions and parades, decadent decorations and sweet treats, and even snow at this popular sunny Anaheim, California tourist destination.
Tips For Taking The Kids To Disneyland During The Holidays
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Dateline: November 25, 2011
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Every year, Disneyland magically transforms into a winter wonderland for families to enjoy.
There are almost 700 festively-decorated trees located throughout the park, including the popular one at the beginning of Main Street. Guests can enjoy visiting Santa Claus and even get a rare opportunity to see live reindeer in Frontierland.
The holiday times at
Rain, Rain Stay Away At Least 'Til Sunday
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Dateline: November 15, 2011
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I'm counting on the rain to hold off until at least Sunday so I can get to Disneyland this weekend, the first with the park decked out for the holidays.
I want to get in there before the Thanksgiving and then Christmas crowds arrive.
If you have never been, no kidding, it's the most amazing time to go. Especially if you're like me and sometimes have a hard
Mickey Mouse Gets A Toon-Themed Tree For The Holidays
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Dateline: November 7, 2011
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Mickey Mouse celebrates the holidays with a cartoon-style Christmas tree this season as new decor adds merriment to Mickey's Toontown for the 2011 holidays at Disneyland Resort. The holidays shine brightly throughout the resort from Nov. 14, 2011, through Jan. 8, 2012, as guests create memories for a lifetime.
Those holiday memories might even appear in the nightly
It's Boo Time At Disneyland
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Dateline: October 18, 2011
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No matter what time of day you go to Disneyland during Halloween time, there is something seasonal, festive and fun going on.
The spirit of Halloween Time visits Disneyland Resort starting in mid-September and stays through October 31. Popular attractions are re-done for the season making a Fall visit to Disneyland a must. Space Mountain takes you on a ride through
Reflections On My Trip To Disneyland
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Dateline: October 12, 2011
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I was a little worried about our trip to Disneyland, which took place last week.
Last time I went with my older son, then 4 years old, and misjudged the scariness of Pirates of the Caribbean by a factor of about 10. He didn't want to go on rides after that, pegged me as a complete liar (it was going to happen some time ) and stayed in the fetal position for the
Scariest Place On Earth Just Got Scarier
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Dateline: October 4, 2011
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Disneyland is advertising its annual Halloween fright fest and, as usual, I'm confused. The theme park is scary year-round as far as I'm concerned. So, what happens in October? It gets even scarier?
Oh, my.
Halloween Time, which continues at the park through the end of the month, features a specially decorated Main Street, retooled rides like "Haunted Mansion
Disneyland Resort Offers Plenty Of New Attractions
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Dateline: October 2, 2011
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The self-proclaimed "happiest place on Earth" is about to become a whole lot happier.
When Disneyland Resort's new 12-acre Cars Land opens in time for next summer's tourist blitz, it will represent the latest achievement in the world of "imagineering" a word that was coined to emphasize the imagination of Disney engineers.
Presently under construction in the
Disney Ghosts Feast On Mansion's Gingerbread
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Dateline: September 29, 2011
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Halloween and Christmas collide at the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland when characters from "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas" take over the home of 999 Happy Haunts.
Brian D. Sandahl is the art director in charge of the annual conversion of the mansion into the Halloween/Christmas-themed ride that plays off of Burton's animated movie. He said one of the
Disney Collection Mimics Halloween's Haunted Mansion
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Dateline: September 27, 2011
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Fans of the joining of "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas" and the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland can take home collectibles based on the Halloween themed ride.
Brian D. Sandahl is the art director in charge of the annual re-theming of the Haunted Mansion into the Haunted Mansion Holiday - a tribute to the Tim Burton movie that begins during the park's
Disneyland Brings Chills This Halloween
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Dateline: September 16, 2011
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Halloween is coming early this year! Today,Disneyland park will put on its costume to give a not-so scary fun time to guests. Everyone from adults to little ghouls will have a fun time seeing the various decorations and experience the tricks and treats that Disney has in store!
*Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy: As guests fly through the cosmos there will be a space
Disneyland's Mickey's Halloween Party 2011 Offers New Tricks And Treats
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Dateline: September 8, 2011
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Disneyland Resort's Halloween Time is almost here, and Disney Cast Members and fans are getting into the spirit of the holiday. One of the highlights of the season is Mickey's Halloween Party, the after-hours event that takes place at Disneyland Park.
On Sept. 7, Disneyland released information to help guests planning their visit. Here are some highlights of what's
Tis The Season To Be Spooky
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Dateline: September 7, 2011
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Separate-ticket 'Mickey's Halloween Party' Offers Trick-or-Treating In Disneyland Park on 10 Special Nights
The spirit of Halloween Time will invade Disneyland Resort this fall with Disney villains, Mickey Mouse and his friends in Halloween costumes, along with the seasonal transformations of Haunted Mansion into Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain into Space
Disneyland Halloween Night Parties To Include Stormtroopers
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Dateline: September 7, 2011
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Stormtroopers, Duffy the Bear and Phineas and Ferb are set to crash Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland.
Mickey's Halloween Party is a series of after-hours parties that include an exclusive fireworks show, trick-or-treating, a character costume party and dance parties.
Beginning on Friday, Sept. 30, 10 events are scheduled for alternating Mondays and
3 Disney Attractions Temporarily Closing
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Dateline: August 2, 2011
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Even at the Magic Kingdom, maintenance is a must.
Two Disneyland attractions are closed through August, a third will close at the end of the month and visitors to neighboring Disney California Adventure will have to slip into that park a little differently for a bit to allow a massive improvement effort to continue along.
The Matterhorn Bobsleds the popular,
2011 Mickey's Halloween Party Tickets Go On Sale At Disneyland
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Dateline: July 2, 2011
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Disney Parks Blog has announced dates and tickets prices for Mickey's Halloween Party, the annual holiday event that takes place at Disneyland park. Tickets went on sale July 1, 2011.
Among the highlights of the Disneyland Halloween party, which is an after-hours park event, are the Halloween Screams fireworks shown only during the event as well as the opportunity
Longtime Disneyland Art Director Wins Major Award
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Dateline: March 10, 2011
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Disneyland has a lot of Kim Irvine in it.
In more than 40 years with the company, Disneyland's art director has created trash cans to fit in with the lands, and renovated vending carts at least twice. She outlined Disney character costumes in "it's a small world" ride and chose animal figures for the transformed Rivers of America.
Even a model of her head sits
Disneyland Ride Closures Schedule For Early 2011
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Dateline: December 15, 2010
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Here are the dates of ride and attraction rehab closures at Disneyland from now (mid December) thru the end of January 2011:
Star Tours CLOSED through to May 2011
Actually technically Star Tours is closed permanently-- at least as it was once known. The ride is getting a complete makeover (hence the length of the closure) to reopen in the Spring as "Star Tours
Total Disney Christmas
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Dateline: December 14, 2010
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How is the happiest place on Earth during the most wonderful time of the year? Even happier.
Visitors to Disneyland get an extra special treat during the holiday season. The entire park becomes a winter wonderland, with more than 8,000 feet of decorated holiday garland.
Visit the Disneyland Resort in California anytime between Nov. 12 and Jan. 2 and you'll be
Disneyland Resort Puts On Its Holiday Finest
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Dateline: November 13, 2010
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It doesn't matter what holiday rolls around, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Parks make the season brighter with classic Disney magic and some fun and exciting surprises.
From November 12 through January 2, 2011, guests will be able to enjoy some of Disney's popular offerings as well as new holiday versions of "it's a small world" and Haunted Mansion,
Disney Holiday Fireworks Parade Return Friday
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Dateline: November 11, 2010
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Crowds at the Disneyland Resort are expected to thicken as the popular holiday season, including special fireworks and a parade, return Friday.
The resort's season runs through Jan. 2 with special entertainment, attraction makeovers and festive decorations.
Disney crews have been installing decorations in the parks since Halloween. Earlier this week, the snow
Halloween At Disneyland Is Fun For Kids - And Moms
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Dateline: September 23, 2010
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From pumpkins and fall colors to spooky fun, I kinda wish it were Halloween Time all the time.
Especially at the Happiest Place on Earth.
This past weekend, the monster and I had the privilege of attending a mom blogger event at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure, where they told us all about the cool things the parks are doing for Halloween. I almost
Haunted Mansions, Ghost Galaxies, And Mickey, Too
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Dateline: September 18, 2010
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Disneyland's Halloween party brings the merry scares.
Disneyland The first out of the gate -- and we're talking about the tall, creaky gates around a certain mansion in New Orleans Square -- with the SoCal scare-tivies for the 2010 Halloween season is Disneyland, which is kicking off its eerie to-dos on Friday, Sept. 17.
Returning to Disneyland's annual
Halloween Comes Early To Disneyland
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Dateline: September 16, 2010
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The Disneyland Resort is starting its Halloween season earlier than it ever has before, part of a nationwide trend of extending the growing holiday attractions' business.
Halloween Time in the Disneyland Resort, which includes special decorations and ride features, starts Friday (today) and runs through Oct. 31. That's a week earlier than last year and about two
Mickey And Pals And Disney Villains Transform Disneyland Resort For The Season
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Dateline: August 23, 2010
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Disney villains will invade Disneyland park along with Mickey Mouse and his friends in Halloween costumes when Halloween Time returns to Disneyland Resort Sept. 17 through Oct. 31. Highlights of the Disneyland Halloween season include the return of Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy the thrillingly "haunted" version of the popular Tomorrowland attraction and the longtime
4 Reasons To Visit Disneyland At Christmas
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Dateline: December 3, 2009
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Source: Arizona Republic
Long before my husband and I had kids, we started a holiday tradition: Christmas at Disneyland and, later, California Adventure.
Not every year, of course, but we've found that late fall to early winter is the perfect time to visit. Here are four reasons.
* The weather. In our six or so visits over 15 years, cool mornings and sunny, mild afternoons have been the
How To Survive Thanksgiving Week At Disney
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Dateline: November 20, 2009
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Source: Orange County Register
Then President George W. Bush pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkey, who was moved to Disneyland, at a ceremony last year.
Thanksgiving week draws large crowds to the Disneyland Resort, including on turkey day, believe it or not. In fact, it's believed to be the biggest dining day of the year at Disney restaurants.
Parks will be less packed earlier in the week,
Holidays At Disneyland
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Dateline: November 4, 2009
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New Entertainment & Cherished Favorites Bring Holidays to Life at the Disneyland Resort
When it comes to celebrating the magic and sparkle of the holidays with friends and loved ones, there's no place like the Disneyland Resort from November 13, through January 3, 2010, the holidays will shine more brightly than ever.
Guests will enjoy the return of the
Cinematical Uncovers The Secret Side Of Disneyland
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Dateline: November 2, 2009
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In spite of what some internet pundits and self-righteous types would have you believe, being a film critic and entertainment journalist does not mean you're handed the keys to Hollywood along with your W-9. Attending screenings and junkets, transcribing interviews, and spending the vast majority of every single day (all day) sitting in front of a computer is far more
Film Goes To Disneyland, Club 33 And The Disney Animation Research Library
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Dateline: October 21, 2009
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A couple weeks ago I traveled down to Los Angeles for a very unusual press day for Disney Animation Studio's new film The Princess and the Frog. Disney is really hoping to promote the return to hand drawn animation with an old school Disney look and feel, and took a group of online journalists on a day trip to Disneyland where we went behind the scenes, back to the Walt
Halloween
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Dateline: October 17, 2009
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Source: Orlando Sentinel
Holiday "overlays," as Disney calls them are nothing new to Disneyland, which I visited on a recent vacation. An "overlay" is when a ride gets re-decorated for the holidays, and there are two great examples right now at Disneyland.
Here's one more snapshot of differences between California's Disneyland and our own Magic Kingdom here in Central Florida.
For many
Disneyland Still Tops
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Dateline: September 20, 2009
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Nobody does fun better than Walt and his successors.
She lost her stuffed puppy somewhere between the Enchanted Tiki Room and Tomorrowland.
Too much ground to cover and thousands of people meant the search was futile -- we retraced our steps, but no puppy.
To us, her parents, it was just another toy, but to our three-year-old daughter, the lost
Chilling Halloween Changes At Space Mountain, Spooky New Fireworks Plus Favorite Halloween Traditions
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Dateline: September 1, 2009
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Halloween Time Returns Sept. 25 as Mickey and Pals and Disney Villains Transform Parks for the Season
Spooky new fireworks and ghoulish screams at Space Mountain add to the fun when Halloween Time returns to Disneyland Resort Sept. 25-Nov. 1. Halloween Time offers families a chance to celebrate the season as they interact with some of Disney's most beloved
Haunted Mansion Fans Materialize For Ghoulish Fete
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Dateline: August 9, 2009
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Source: Orange County Register
Disneyland attraction celebrates its 40th anniversary.
"We have nine hundred and ninety-nine happy haunts here, but there's room for a thousand. Any volunteers?"
That familiar phrase greeted aficionados and casual fans alike on Sunday as they flocked to Disneyland's Haunted Mansion for a celebratory ride (or five) in honor of the popular attraction's 40th
It's A Small Ad Campaign After All!
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Dateline: April 9, 2009
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Earlier this year Disneyland reopened its 45-year-old "It's a Small World" boat ride after a lavish renovation. On my recent visit to the park, I floated through the legendary attraction four times--since it was one of the few rides declared "not scary" by my kids. The ride is fabulous with vibrant colors, rich lighting, and crisp sound. But there's one big difference
Halloween At The Happiest Place On Earth
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Dateline: December 5, 2008
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Disneyland donned its best Halloween costume to celebrate the season.
Smiling jack-o-lanterns peered out of windows on Main Street while candy corn littered Disney's California Adventure park. The ghouls of "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas" took over the Haunted Mansion and children dressed in colorful costumes - lots of princesses, a couple of Jedi
The Merriest Of Holiday Celebrations Make Spirits Brighter Than Ever At Disneyland Resort
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Dateline: November 11, 2008
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New Entertainment, Cherished Favorites, More Magic and a 'Reawakened' Sleeping Beauty Castle Bring Holidays to Life
When it comes to celebrating the magic and sparkle of the holidays, there's no place like the Disneyland Resort, the Merriest Place on Earth. From November 21 through January 4, the annual Disneyland Resort holiday celebration will be more dazzling
Abundance Of Fall Fun At Disneyland Resort As New Experiences Enhance Traditional Halloween And Holiday Seasons
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Dateline: October 2, 2008
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The giant Mickey Mouse Jack-o'-Lantern and the Town Square Christmas Tree will be the symbols of celebration for their respective holidays at Disneyland this fall. But the traditional fan favorites are only the beginning as Disneyland Resort welcomes new shows and immersive experiences, along with an exciting preview of things to come at Disney's California Adventure
Celebrate Halloween Time At Disneyland Resort With Family Fun
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Dateline: September 25, 2008
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Highlights include Disney's Happiest Haunt Tour, Haunted Mansion Holiday and Mickey's Trick or Treat Party
Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort will fill Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure parks with not-so-scary spook-tacular entertainment beginning Friday, Sept. 26 and continuing through Sunday, November 2. The season of tricks and treats will be
Haunted Mansion Reopens At Disneyland With ‘Nightmare Before Christmas' Theme
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Dateline: September 23, 2008
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Source: Los Angeles Times
Disneyland"s Haunted Mansion is expected to "soft open" on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008, with the now-traditional Halloween/Christmas holiday overlay.
The official reopening of the refurbished Mansion - on Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 - coincides with the kickoff of Halloween festivities at the Anaheim theme park.
Since 2001, the Mansion has closed each September to give
Disney Style Halloween Offers Spook-tacular Entertainment
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Dateline: August 27, 2008
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Beginning September 26 and continuing through Sunday, November 2, Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure parks become a one-stop destination to experience spook-tacular entertainment, whimsical decor, a lively mix of Disney characters in Halloween costumes and a variety of festive foods.
During regular park hours at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure,
No Place Does Christmas Like Disneyland
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Dateline: December 16, 2007
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It's called the happiest place on Earth but at Christmastime, Disneyland gets a full, festive makeover. Bulking up its attractions, characters and music, Disneyland is extra special this time of year, even for frequent visitors. And through it all, Anaheim is quite weather-friendly in December, unlike much of the country.
Through Jan. 16, Sleeping Beauty's castle is
Halloweentime Comes To Disneyland Once Again
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Dateline: October 15, 2007
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For decades, Disneyland has upheld its legendary motto as the "Happiest Place on Earth - and as a profitable worldwide travel destination for all ages - but in the daunting month of October, can it be transformed into the "Scariest Place on Earth"?
Well, not quite.
Nevertheless,the Disneyland Resort's second annual HalloweenTime is a celebrated occasion
A Family-Friendly Halloween Tradition Returns As Disney's Halloweentime
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Dateline: July 19, 2007
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Halloween Dreams Come True Beginning Sept. 21 When Parks and Characters Are Transformed For the Autumn Holiday Season
Following up on the success of its inaugural season last year, Disney's HalloweenTime will return to the Disneyland Resort this fall with a lively mix of Disney characters in seasonal costumes, whimsical decor, decked-out attractions, themed shows and
Dreams Of A Nightmare Come To Life
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Dateline: December 20, 2006
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In a neighborhood aglow with typical power-sapping Christmas light displays, the Bloors' front yard looks like a nightmare.
Justin Bloor, a Saugus High School junior, made his foray into the world of front lawn Christmas decorations by taking characters straight from Tim Burton's imagination and bringing them to life on his family's Deodar Place lawn.
He's no
Theme Parks Know Halloween Is Big Business. Even Disney Has Decided To Go All Out.
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Dateline: September 29, 2006
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More than 30 years ago, a few guys who worked in Knott's Berry Farm's Ghost Town thought it would be fun to throw on costumes for Halloween and scare some unsuspecting guests.
"It wasn't really thought out," admitted park spokeswoman Michele Wischmeyer. "It was just last minute."
Since that first year in 1973, when Sinister Seymour served as Knott's inaugural
Disney Promises Grins Over Gore
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Dateline: September 22, 2006
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Source: Orange County Register
The Disneyland Resort on Thursday unveiled specifics of its "HalloweenTime" seasonal event, billed as the "biggest and best Halloween event ever celebrated" at the resort in its 51 years.
The event, which starts Sept. 29 and runs through Oct. 31, is part of Disneyland's attempt to bolster attendance in the period between its peak summer and Christmas seasons. It aims
Disneywhirl: How Adults Can Maximize The Magic At The Two Parks
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Dateline: March 26, 2006
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If you experienced a Disney theme park as a child, you might remember the joy of meeting Mickey Mouse, fear at the sight of ghosts in The Haunted Mansion or inevitable end-of-day exhaustion as fireworks burst overhead and Tinkerbell zipped through the sky.
But how do these Happiest and Most Magical Places on Earth stack up when you're a single adult searching for
Sleigh Bells Ring, Snow Falls and Chestnuts Roast at The Merriest Place on Earth
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Dateline: November 17, 2005
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As its 50th Anniversary celebration continues in full swing, the Disneyland Resort has been transformed into a dazzling holiday wonderland (now through January 2) featuring an unbelievable array of spectacular entertainment, amazing decorations, festive foods and favorite adventures and attractions.
The fun is extended with expanded park hours for Disneyland and
For Ghostly Fun, Disneyland Resort Celebrates The Fall Season With Two Spirited Attractions
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Dateline: September 11, 2004
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For those in search of happy haunting grounds this autumn, the Disneyland Resort becomes a spirited realm of other-worldly adventures guaranteed to put a chill down the most courageous spine. The frightfully fun "Haunted Mansion Holiday," a popular seasonal transformation of the classic "Haunted Mansion," returns to Disneyland on October 1, while the exhilarating thrill
