Clamoring for an updated version of Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park? As a longtime guest, I 'm not so sure the “outdated” land actually needs a modern refresh. Ask frequent Disneyland guests and Southern California locals what big changes they 're hoping come to Disneyland Resort, and odds are the majority will say the same thing: a refreshed, reimagined Tomorrowland, brought back to life with groundbreaking technology, futuristic attractions, and new

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What bothers you the most when visiting a Disney theme park? The expensive ticket prices? Other passengers talking loudly on rides? Or visitors glued to their phones the entire time? If you answered the latter, we have good news for you. Disney parkgoers have recently spotted a new sign on one of Disneyland 's most popular rides. Some consider this the first step towards a much-needed ban on all rides. Yet, it 's too early for such speculations. So, what

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1. Recently, Disney invited me to see the Star View Station, a members-only lounge for Disney Vacation Club, smack dab in the middle of Tomorrowland at Disneyland in California. It's hidden in plain sight, and a welcome respite complete with cozy chairs, retro futuristic theming, Disney antiques, and a kids' area. It also had complimentary beverages, which you could take out onto their exclusive balcony overlooking Tomorrowland.

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A fan-favorite nighttime parade with 1.5 million LED lights that returned for Disneyland 's 70th anniversary celebration billowed smoke and forced the evacuation of the parade route in front Sleeping Beauty Castle. The Little Mermaid float had a power issue on Wednesday, Sept. 10 during the Paint the Night parade, according to Disneyland officials. A complication with the brakes led to visible smoke coming from the Little Mermaid float while it

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Even on its lightest attendance days, Disneyland is still crowded. There are exceptions, but it 's a rare instance when you and your group have the chance to experience something completely by yourselves. That 's part of what makes the conductor 's car on the Disneyland Monorail so special. It 's an elite experience and one of those elusive moments when it 's just you, your favorite people and that particular magic that only Disneyland offers. Even better,

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Disney has just announced and revealed the trailer for an upcoming documentary. This new film will feature never-before-seen footage of the construction of Disneyland Park in the days leading up to its opening! The movie is coming from a documentarian that we love. This year's Destination D23 event is the biggest of its kind yet, featuring several presentations from across the Walt Disney Company, shopping, and a special Walt Disney Archives exhibit. We

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For decades, a trip to a Disney theme park was a hallmark of the American dream - accessible to the middle class, and a shared cultural rite that an estimated 70 to 90% of Americans experienced at least once, according to the National Museum of American History. But a park visit may be increasingly out of reach for the masses. A New York Times writer argued in a recent opinion piece that Disney is quietly abandoning its inclusive ethos and instead shifting

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When the clock strikes 9:30 PM and the lights begin to dim over Sleeping Beauty Castle, something wonderfully wicked awakens at Disneyland! Halloween Screams isn 't just another fireworks show it 's a masterful blend of Disney magic and Halloween mayhem that transforms the happiest place on earth into the most delightfully frightening place on earth! This seasonal spectacle, running from August 22 through October 31, 2025, represents everything Disney does

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Swashbucklers, scoundrels, bandits and buccaneers will soon be bellying up to the bar inside a lively new pirate pub at Walt Disney World that 's already booked solid for the first two months and promises to be a must-have reservation for visitors. Which raises the obvious question: When will Disneyland get a Pirates of the Caribbean tavern? The Beak and Barrel tavern debuts on Friday, Aug. 29 next door to the Pirates of the Caribbean

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The Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks approved a purchase of the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round for $1 million. The carousel, featuring 68 hand-carved horses, two chariots and a Stinson 165 Military Band Organ capable of playing 1,500 songs, has long been a cultural landmark. It was relocated from San Diego to Griffith Park in 1937, where it quickly became a favorite attraction for Angelenos and visitors. Walt Disney was among its

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Fall has arrived at the Disneyland Resort, bringing seasonal celebrations, Halloween fun, and cultural traditions for visitors to enjoy. Guests can experience Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort and Plaza de la Familia, while select entertainment from the resort 's ongoing 70th Anniversary Celebration continues during the season. Halloween Time runs through October 31, transforming both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure with festive decor,

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Guests hoping to sip galactic cocktails at Oga 's Cantina in Disneyland 's Star Wars: Galaxy 's Edge will no longer need a reservation to enter the popular bar. The fan-favorite spot shifted to a walk-up system with a traditional standby queue, according to the Disneyland website. While new reservations are no longer available, the park said existing bookings will still be honored. Known for its glowing drinks, DJ droid, and immersive

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During the Halloween Time and Holidays seasons at the Disneyland Resort, Jack Skellington wrecks the halls of the Haunted Mansion in Disneyland Park with merry and macabre décor inspired by “Tim Burton 's The Nightmare Before Christmas” - transforming the attraction into Haunted Mansion Holiday. In this collision of Halloween and Christmas, Jack dresses up as “Santa Jack” and brings eerie Halloween Town delights. One of Jack 's holiday traditions is

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Disneyland is filled with some great table-service dining options, but a few stand out above the rest to top our Mickey Visit best Disneyland restaurants. Today, we wanted to talk about one of our top-ranked restaurants, which stands out due to its quality menu options and charming outdoor patio. This has always been my personal favorite restaurant at the Disneyland Resort. It's hard to beat its amazing atmosphere, in the heart of one of the most

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If you've been on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyland Resort, you've probably wondered about the restaurant that's literally inside the ride at the very beginning of your journey. As your boat glides through the slightly foreboding but kind of romantic bayou, you can spot guests eating at a Southern-inspired restaurant. Dark with beautiful twinkling lanterns, a huge willow tree, dressed up waiters, and a “patio” overlooks the waters of

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