VIDEO: Disney Releases Full Video of “Magic Happens” Parade at Disneyland with Source Audio

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🎶 Every road leads back to the place I know where I cannot go, where I long to be… 🎶  If you missed the debut of “Magic Happens” parade at Disneyland, or just miss it in general, Disneyland has stepped up and provided one of its first-ever professional cuts of a daytime parade (that isn’t for a … Read more

PHOTOS: Aerial Images of an Empty Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Surface Weeks After Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Closure

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While we’ve been able to keep an eye on Walt Disney World throughout the extended closure thanks to our friend @bioreconstruct, over at Disneyland Resort, it’s been a while since anyone got a peek at anything other than the closed entrance gates. Disneyland Resort officially closed due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic concerns on March 14. … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Legend and Imagineer Bob Gurr Living His Best Life While Staying at Home in California

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When he’s not making guest appearances on Pawn Stars or designing revolutionary new scooter mobility systems, what does Bob Gurr do in his spare time? Well, right now, he’s sheltering in place just like the rest of us––except he’s living his best life in his own Imagineer-esque way. The 88-year-old former Imagineer was awarded Disney Legend … Read more

VIDEO: The Disneyland Dapper Dans Give First-Ever At-Home Performance in Quarantine; Vote Now For Next Disney Song Choice

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Disney Parks may be closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but thankfully, the Dapper Dans from Disneyland are coming to us with their first-ever at-home performance. With their happy harmonizing, the Dapper Dans are an iconic part of the Main Street, U.S.A., and now, we can see them from the comfort of our homes. … Read more

Closure of Disneyland Resort Due to COVID-19 to Represent $400 Million Loss for Southern California

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Every year, guests flock to Anaheim to experience the little park that started it all: Disneyland. But with Disneyland Resort now closed due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that is currently sweeping the nation, things have gotten pretty quiet throughout Anaheim, if not all of Southern California. In a fascinating new article by the … Read more

New Disneyland App Update Suggests Expanded Use of Virtual Queues at Disney Parks

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Here at WDWNT, we’ve been tracking the distribution of Boarding Groups for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance since the ride debuted here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and then again after it opened in Disneyland. Today, we noticed some tinkering with the Boarding Group system, and as was first reported by Twitter user @Hastin, it … Read more

Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Hotel Now Temporarily Closed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns

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Uh-oa! It seems Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel has closed a bit early ahead of the resort-wide closures for COVID-19. While the resort’s pool bar was set to close at 5:00 PM with the rest of the Disneyland Hotel, managers at the location decided to close it early. The CDC is … Read more

President Donald Trump Issues Ban on All Travel from Europe (Except UK) to the United States for 30 Days Due to Coronavirus Pandemic

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If you’ve been following along with our coverage of the Coronavirus pandemic as it affects Disney Parks, a recent US ban on travel from Europe might affect many of our international readers with plans to visit Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort. All travel from Europe to the United States is banned starting midnight … Read more

PHOTOS: Automated Hand Sanitizer Stations Added to Nearly Every Counter Service Restaurant at Disneyland Resort Due to Coronavirus Concerns

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With half of the Disney Parks closed out of precaution for the Coronavirus outbreak, and closures possible for the remaining parks (Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris), Disney wants to make sure that the parks stay as clean and sanitary as possible so as to avoid viral transmission. Guests have reported seeing higher rates … Read more

REVIEW: New Peanut Butter and Jelly Slush Isn’t the Greatest Invention at Maurice’s Treats in Disneyland

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It’s peanut butter jelly time at Maurice’s Treats in Fantasy Faire at Disneyland, and while we typically rave about Maurice’s donuts, the new Peanut Butter and Jelly Slush really needs some work. You can find Maurice’s Treats in Fantasy Faire, next to Sleeping Beauty Castle. The Peanut Butter and Jelly Slush is listed under the … Read more

PHOTOS: Every Piece of New “Magic Happens” Parade Debut Merchandise (with Prices) at Disneyland

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Magic Happens––merchandise happens! With the special preview debut of the all-new “Magic Happens” parade yesterday at Disneyland, today marks its official grand debut, and a full line of merchandise has been rolled out to celebrate the royal occasion. The full collection features some fun new Sorcerer Mickey ears, plus apparel, and of course––pins. You can … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New “Magic Happens” Parade Debuts at Disneyland

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Today at Disneyland, “Magic Happens”, a completely new daytime parade, graced the streets of Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland, making it the first new parade to hit the park in nearly nine years. The parade’s predecessor, Mickey’s Soundsational Parade, made its final round on July 18, 2019, but today, it’s time to take in this new daytime … Read more

PHOTOS: New Indiana Jones Adventure 25th Anniversary Specialty Food, Merchandise, and Exclusive After-Hours Access for Annual Passholders Revealed at Disneyland

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For 25 years, Indiana Jones has been adventuring through the Temple of the Forbidden Eye on Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland park. Celebrate the anniversary of this fan-favorite attraction with these engaging experiences and fun offerings that every archaeologist must discover! Excavate your very own Indiana Jones Adventure tee shirt that commemorates 25 epic years … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Best Day Ever” Light-Up Mickey Balloon Ear Headbands Arrive at Disneyland

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The Mickey Balloon Ear Headband that was previewed just last night has made its way to the Happiest Place on Earth! Just in at Disneyland, these new Mickey ears are unique, and best of all, they light up, making any day with them on the Best Day Ever. These ears feature a velour headband base … Read more

Exclusive Indiana Jones Adventure After Hours Event Announced for Annual Passholders at Disneyland

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Get ready for some special anniversary magic at Indiana Jones Adventure in Disneyland! In celebration of the attraction’s 25th anniversary, Disneyland has just announced a mysterious after-hours access event exclusively for Annual Passholders. Adventure awaits you March 4-5. Wristband required, while supplies last. Additional details for the after-hours event will be announced soon. Oh… and don’t … Read more

VIDEO: Disneyland Gives Behind-The-Scenes Look at Costume Development for “Magic Happens” Parade; Debuting February 28

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90-plus performers in vibrant costumes will soon bring the “Magic Happens” parade to life when it debuts in Disneyland park on Feb. 28. This all-new daytime spectacular celebrates moments of magic that are at the heart of so many Disney stories. Drawing inspiration from modern fashion runways and adding a uniquely Disney flair, these pieces … Read more