New Pins to Collect or Trade Coming to Disney Parks in 2013

By Steven Miller on The Disney Parks Blog: When I served as project manager for Disney Pin Trading, I was often asked by guests which pins they should collect or trade. My best advice for someone starting a Disney pin collection is to pick a certain theme and trade for what you like. For years, we … Read more

Conner Purzycki’s 12/31/12 DLR Photo Report

Conner did the first photo report of 2013! He rang in the new year at the Disneyland Report and captured some magic! Special Barges have been installed for New Years Eve.New Years Eve stage in front of Carthay CircleThese rocks was recently unveiled. New Years Eve Stage near It’s a Small World. Kodak opted to not renew their … Read more

Believe in Magic with the 2013 Disney Parks Merchandise Collection

By Steven Miller on the Disney Parks Blog: I generally believe I’m a lucky guy. I have two wonderful children, loving parents, an amazing girlfriend, and I work at the happiest place on Earth. While the New Year arrives with a number that some may consider unlucky, I believe that 2013 will be a lucky … Read more

The Year of the Ear

Earlier today, Disney announced as part of their Limited Time Magic Promotion, they will be releasing special new mouse ears and head ware every month at Both The Disneyland Resort and The Walt Disney World Resort. Some ears will be exclusive to respective parks.

Tim Alcoser Photo Report: 12/25/2012

Tim went to the Disneyland Resort on Christmas Day and was able to capture some magic! I was at the Disneyland Resort on Christmas day and took a few photographs of the hustle and bustle on one of the busiest days of the year. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is set to close on January 7th … Read more

Holiday Magic Found Throughout the Disneyland Resort

By Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: I know I’ve said it before, but the holidays are my favorite time of year at the Disneyland Resort. Between thebeautiful decor, delicious food and unique merchandise, each holiday season is unique year after year. Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to this year:

New 10K Race Added to Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend

By Faron Kelley on The Disney Parks Blog: I am excited to let you know the Happiest Race on Earth just got happier! Today runDisney announced the 2013 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend is expanding with the addition of the Disneyland 10K at Disneyland Resortin Anaheim, Cal. The new 10K will be a timed event and take runners through Disneyland park, Disney California … Read more

Nighttime Holiday Magic at the Disneyland Resort!

By Valarie Sukovaty on The Disney Parks Blog: I love to visit the Disneyland Resort during the holidays – where it snows, the Christmas trees glow and icicles hang in rows. You wouldn’t think I’d be describing a magical place in sunny Southern California, but that’s the power of Disney magic! Our talented teams transform the Disneyland … Read more

New Stories Coming to Disney Junior- Live On Stage!

By Shawn Slater on The Disney Parks Blog: As a father of twin boys, the Disney Junior – Live on Stage! show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney California Adventure park is a favorite stop whenever we visit those parks. One of the best things about the show is that it’s regularly updated to feature new characters and stories from the … Read more

Cars Themed at Home Holiday Decorations

By Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: You may have decorated your house top to bottom by now, but what about your garage? If Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park is any indication, cars love to celebrate the holidays, too! David Caranci, Manager of Resort Enhancement at the Disneyland Resort, is back today to show us how to make … Read more

Conner Purzycki’s 12/14/12 DLR Photo Report

Conner went to the Disneyland Resort and captured some merchandise and gallery magic!   New Oswald MerchandiseHoliday Merchandise Themed Carmel Apples New Exhibit! Explanation of the new ride at Magic Kingdom.Construction continues.Check out the new exhibit for more artwork! Thanks Conner! 

Hayley Nance’s 12/8/12 DLR Photo Report

Hayley recently took a trip to the Disneyland Resort and captured some magic to share! Snowcars in Disney’s California AdventureGingerbread cone-houses in Disney’s California AdventureMater decorated for the holidays Cozy Cone Holiday Decorations John Lasseter appeared in Disney’s California Adventure, showing new merchandiseFit-it Felix!Get into the game of Fix-it Felix Jr.It’s A Small World has new 2013 … Read more

Disneyland Scholarship Application Now Available!

For the first time, the Disneyland Resort is awarding ten (10) $7,500 scholarships to high school seniors in Orange County. The Disneyland Resort Scholarship Program underscores the Resort’s dedication to volunteerism and community support, while furthering opportunities for students to attend college or a professional trade school. Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate excellence … Read more

Tim Alcoser’s 9/14/12 DLR Photo Report

Tim gives us a detailed look at the Big Thunder Ranch Halloween Roundup, the Halloween decorations in Disneyland, plus a look at the changed windows down Buena Vista Street. Earl of Sandwich construction Halloween Roundup at Big Thunder Ranch Ghost Galaxy is back for the holiday Pumpkins are everywhere to decorate Main Street The iconic … Read more

Tim Alcoser’s 08/1/12 DLR Photo Report

DLNT Reporter Tim Alcoser visited the Disneyland Resort on Wednesday and has some newsworthy photos to share with us: Live birds in front of Rainforest Cafe Work progressing on Earl of Sandwich while the nearby merchandise booth is vacant Flowers in bloom all around the park Work on the Fantasy Faire progresses The Jungle Cruise … Read more