Story Behind “Storytellers” Statue
Staff Writer
From Erin Glover of Disney Parks Blog: We showed you a glimpse of the new “Storytellers” statue last year during the D23 Expo, and tomorrow, Disney California Adventure park guests will be able to greet the new statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse themselves when Buena Vista Street officially opens! Take a look: A plaque just to the right of …
Early Admission Opportunities
Staff Writer
From Erin Glover of the Disney Parks Blog: We’ve already told you about Extra Magic Hour benefit for Disneyland Resort hotel guests, but that’s not the only way to enter Disneyland park or Disney California Adventure park early. Read on to learn how Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders and guests who purchase 3-Day, 4-Day or 5-Day theme park tickets prior to arrival can also enjoy early …
An In-Depth Look at Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree, Including the Hidden Music Track!
Staff Writer
Swing and sway with a herd of baby tractors in Mater’s Junkyard for a Cars Land Jamboree you aren’t soon going to forget. This particular ride video contains the rare “error” track where Mater forgets the lyrics to the song “Welcome to Radiator Springs”. The story behind this is that Imagineer Kevin Rafferty originally forgot …
Park 9 LE and Blind Box Release Dates
Nick LoCicero
We have a large slate of Park 9 release dates to share with you today. July 13 Park 9 Blind Boxes will release at $12.95. See our Park 9 Explained page for the lineup. Next up is the 9″ Park 9 Feature Animation Building from the Burbank studios. The edition size is 750 and it will retail …
Animation 2 LE Update
Nick LoCicero
Today Disney posted some new or changed dates for several of the Limited Edition pieces of the Animation 2 series. First, because MC is writing this post and it was his prediction, Roger Rabbit is no longer coming out on July 13th, instead it has been moved to July 27th at both D-streets (but he …
Spotlight On: Custom Vinylmation Artist Karen Turner
Nick LoCicero
To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – A few months ago we spotlighted a unique custom designed by Karen Turner of Flights of Fancy Design. The custom featured hand painted signatures of Disney characters on a 9″ CYO. As someone who takes a vinyl around to collect character autographs …
Duffy the Disney Bear Explained
Nick LoCicero
Duffy the Disney Bear Explained Release Date: July 22, 2012 (Facebook) and July 29, 2012 (D-Streets) Price: $14.95 Artist: Monty Maldavon Details: Open window box. 2 initial figures. Expected Summer 2012 release. Duffy first appeared as “The Disney Bear” in 2002 as a marketing gimmick to promote the opening of the Once Upon The Toy store …
Big Top moves in months before Mickey’s Circus
Nick LoCicero
In September we get Mickey’s Circus. But before that we’ll be seeing a whole Circus Vinylmation Mystery Box series called “Under the Big Top” from Disney. On July 23rd the Disney Stores will be releasing this new series across the country and online. Two days before, we will see a special release of the series …
New Japan Vinyls To Release 7/1
Nick LoCicero
More great looking Vinylmation from Japan are coming soon. Thanks to @Vinylmati0n for this info and picture. On July 1, we can expect these 2 figures featuring Mickey and Minnie with accessory fans. They will retail for 1,200 YEN or about $15. Nick LoCicero
Spotlight On: Custom Artist Aaralyn
Nick LoCicero
To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – On the opening day of the new Disney Pixar film Brave, it is fitting to see a custom featuring the heroine Merida. This one comes to us from Aaralyn. I was sad to hear it is already sold out, but Aaralyn has many more …
Release Day! – June 22, 2012
Nick LoCicero
A ton of releases today! Here we go… Celebrate the 4th of July with a 3″ Uncle Sam figure. It’s designed by Thomas Scott and retails for $16.95. Available both online and D-Streets. My favorite of the day, Mascots. A series of 4 open window vinyls that retail for $12.95 each and designed by Maria …
Did Uncle Sam Loose His Hat?
Nick LoCicero
Update 10:32am Picture from Vinylmation World (@vinylmationworl) who is in line at D-Street Orlando confirms hat. So weird the DisneyStore.com actual box picture shows him hatless. I just figured it was off his head and to the side in the box. —- Today is a giant release day in Vinylmation and one of those releases is …
Video: Instant Concert: Just Add Water
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Maestro Goofy conducts the fountains in Paradise Bay in this fun new Disney California Adventure show. John Lastrapes Jr.
Video: The Re-dedication Of Disney California Adventure
Staff Writer
Watch Bob Iger re-dedicate Disney California Adventure park on the morning of June 15th, 2012. John Lastrapes Jr.
Meet The Citizens of Buena Vista Street
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Meet some of the Citizens of Buena Vista Street conducting business as usual among the guests. John Lastrapes Jr.
Dirk Wallen’s 6/17/12 Downtown Disney Photo Report
Tom Corless
WDWNT Reporter Dirk Wallen visited Downtown Disney on Sunday and has a few newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip: The new volcano rises at Rainforest Cafe Adventurer’s Club still closed… Work continues on Splitsville at Downtown Disney Cool new shirts FATHER’S DAY DUFFY Another cool pair of shirts Tom Corless
Spotlight On: Custom Vinylmation Artist Brian Shapiro
Nick LoCicero
To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – Destination Vinylmation: Today we will talk about a couple movie themed customs of yours. We will start with Thark from John Carter. Although a flop in the theaters, this figure came out spot on. You must be proud of all the detail in this one? …
D-Tour Photoshoot
Nick LoCicero
D-Tour took Vinylmation to new places in design and creativity… We took D-Tour to all kinds of places inside Disney Quest at Downtown Disney Orlando. D-Tour Color makes a splash! D-Tour Color livens up the drawing. D-Tour Headphones shows up for his recording session. D-Tour Hearts knows the 411. D-Tour Hearts leads the design class. …
ESPN Wide World of Sports 3″ – July 6th
Nick LoCicero
On July 6th a new open edition 3″ figure will debut at D-Street Orlando. It’s a tribute to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World. It will retail for $12.95. Seems like a great souvenir for the various athletes that partake in event at the complex here in Orlando. It features a silver …
Once Upon a Pin Podcast #003 – June 19, 2012
Nick LoCicero
Once Upon A Pin is a podcast all about Disney Pins. We deliver all the latest news, release dates and reviews with a fun Disney magic twist. This week we discover the Mickey’s Circus free pin gift. The July Soda Fountain pins are full of Pixar fun. And a ton of new release dates are …
Spotlight On: Custom Vinylmation Artist Ryan Marella
Nick LoCicero
To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – Destination Vinylmation: This time around we are featuring you Barnabas Collins figure (Johnny Depp’s character in the new movie Dark Shadows) and also Michone from The Walking Dead. Ryan Marella: Johnny Depp as Barnabas Collins from DARK SHADOWS was fun to create, …
Impromptu Signing
Nick LoCicero
Disney artists Thomas Scott and Casey Jones stopped by D-Street Orlando to pick up some Abe Lincoln Park Starz Variants (their latest creations) and left behind some treats for fans. Casey Jones signed boxes of his 9″/3″/Jr Nightmare set And his 9″/3″ Malficent and Prince Phillip Thomas Scott signed his Alice collection including 9″ Crying …
Episode 077 POTC Dog
Nick LoCicero
Ep. 077 POTC Dog Another Park Starz variant is released, as is a new 9″ mold. Disneyland’s California Adventure opens up it’s expansion and we learn all about the Color Block series. A packed show is all topped off with Adam from Disney Brit to give his take on the Disneyland Paris inspired Park 10 …
Five & Dime Adds Up To Great Entertainment on Buena Vista Street
Staff Writer
Yesterday we posted about our favorite group on Buena Vista Street, The Red Car Newsboys. Today we have some more entertainment for you straight from Buena Vista Street. The group Five & Dime consists of five musicians and one singer or one dime. The show is really fun and the music it very enjoyable. …
Villains Released… Robots Along for the Ride
Nick LoCicero
Villains 3 was released at Disney Stores across the nation today. It is also available online. You can find the full lineup on our Villains 3 explained page. If you picked up some Villains, let us know your thoughts on this series. There is also a great deal going on right now… buy any Vinylmation, get a Robots …
Donald comes with a sword?
Nick LoCicero
Our reader Luis recently wrote in and told us about an strange thing he found. He says that he opened up a sealed Animation 2 blind box that he got from his local Disney Store in Puerto Rico; and inside he found a Donald Variant, with a sword. We were able to identify the sword …
EXTRA! EXTRA! Red Car Newsboys Debut On Buena Vista Street!
Staff Writer
Newsies have come to DCA… Well sort of. One of the many new entertainment offerings in DCA for the summer is The Red Car Trolley Newsboys. The group comes six times a day to Buena Vista Street and performs right in front of the Carthay Circle Theater. We really enjoyed the show and have seen …
Tim Alcoser Photo Report Cars Land Eve 6/13/12
Staff Writer
We’ve waited years for this moment, and we finally have arrived. It’s the Eve of the rededication of Disney California Adventure and Carsland! There was a lot of hustle and bustle at the resorts today to prepare for the big Media Day and rededication ceremony. Most the walls have come down across both parks, with …
Mickey’s Circus Is Now a Must Attend Event!
Nick LoCicero
Awesome! Look at the latest item shown at vinylmation.com. This 3″/Jr set of Jumbo and Dumbo will be your free gift if you come to the vinylmation day of Mickey’s Circus. Both pieces are by Thomas Scott. If you haven’t registered yet, this will totally make it worth it! Do so now!! What do you …
Spotlight On: Evilos’ UP and Topiary Customs
Nick LoCicero
Recently we received an email with two special pieces Evilos has been working on. We asked him a little about each piece and this is what he said… “I made this for the VMK custom swap. Its a 3” figure painted sky blue and with airbrushed clouds. The house and balloons is made from a …
Red Car Trolley Rolls Out at California Adventure
Tom Corless
While it isn’t Walt Disney World related, we are currently out at California Adventure covering the opening of Cars Land and Buena Vista Street for Disneyland News Today and figured this might be interesting to share with the Florida crowd. I’m beginning my plea for Disney’s Hollywood Studios to add a running Red Car Trolley …
DCA Grand Re-Opening Vinys Release Today!
Nick LoCicero
What a time in Disney Parks history. New resorts opening and Fantasyland construction well underway at Walt Disney World. And Cars Land and Buena Vista Street opening at Disneyland today. As I write this post, Zoe is sitting in a sea of people outside Disney’s California Adventure waiting for the gates to open up. In …
Video: The Mighty Matterhorn Bobsleds Roar Again In Disneyland
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Yesterday, the Matterhorn soft-opened for a few hours before the grand opening today. We were one of the first in line to ride and took video of the updated ride. John Lastrapes Jr.
Video: Red Car Finally Rides The Rails At DCA
Staff Writer
Take a trip aboard DCA’s newest rail line for a journey from Carthay Circle to The Hollywood Tower Hotel on the Red Car Trolley. John Lastrapes Jr.
Video: An In-Depth Look at Radiator Springs Racers
Staff Writer
Cars Land last night held its grand opening ceremony for media and invited guests and all the attractions and food locations were open. We will have videos of all new attractions and locations in Cars Land up within the next few days. First video we have is a full ride through of Radiator Springs …
3D Kermit Goes Out to the Show
Nick LoCicero
3D Kermit grabs his glasses and goes into Muppet Vision to enjoy the show. – – Nick LoCicero
Grand Opening DCA Hours of Operations
Staff Writer
From Erin Glover of the Disney Parks Blog: Since Disney Parks Blog readers are among the most loyal Disney Parks fans, we wanted to give you this special heads-up. If you are planning to join us at Disney California Adventure park when it reopens on Friday, June 15, please remember the following: Disney California Adventure park opens at 9 a.m. on …
Color Blocks… or Jr Series 2 Remake?
Nick LoCicero
Last week, the mysterious Color Block series appeared on the Disney events calendar as a June 29 release. Intrigued, we anxiously awaited our first look at this series. Would it be an artsy series like the 6 piece Black and White set? No. No it would not. Here is the first look direct from the Disney …
A Rival Is Born
Nick LoCicero
The most rewarding part about recording the podcast YesterEARS is learning all the pieces of Disney history that I would never read otherwise. My co-host and lead researcher Austin uncovers many interesting Disney facts each and ever week. This week, I’d like to share one with you here on DV. Wednesday June 20th, will mark …