PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland and Disney California Adventure 8/23/20 (Halloween Merchandise Arrives, The First Fall Decorations Debut, and More)

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We haven’t been over to Disneyland in a couple of weeks, so it was high time to check in on some things at The Happiest Place on Earth. Join us! We started our day off at Disneyland before park hopping. The midsummer crowds were surprisingly light. It’s likely that guests aren’t coming early in the … Read more

PHOTOS: Haul-O-Ween Decorations Cruise Into Cars Land at Disney California Adventure

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While Oogie Boogie is making his presence known at the entrance to Disney California Adventure, our vehicular buddies in Cars Land are getting ready for Haul-O-Ween season as well! If you’re speeding your way down Route 66 to get to Radiator Springs Racers, you might not notice the return of the creepy grins above. As … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Spring Up in Esplanade between Disneyland and Disney California Adventure

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With the entrance to Disney California Adventure already getting spruced up for the upcoming Oogie Boogie Bash, it looks like the Esplanade between the parks is now being focused on. Some mysterious walls have popped up, making a wide square around this section of the Esplanade. With so much happening since the reopening of the … Read more

“Soarin’ Around the World” Soundtrack Will Finally Be Released on September 14th with Tokyo DisneySea 20th Anniversary Album

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Well-known for regularly releasing their park music to the public, the Oriental Land Company will be releasing a special album themed to Tokyo DisneySea’s 20th Anniversary “Time to Shine!” celebration on September 14th. One very special feature of this release—the elusive soundtrack to Soarin’ Around the World, known as Soaring: Fantastic Flight here in Japan, … Read more

Agatha Harkness from Marvel’s WandaVision, Live-Action Cruella de Vil, and More New Villains Coming to Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure

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In a new social media video, Disneyland is teasing three villains that will be joining the lineup at Oogie Boogie Bash this year. The first clip shows a toy, Babyface, altered by “Toy Story”‘s Sid. The second shows one of the dresses worn by Emma Stone’s Cruella. The third shows Agatha’s director chair from “WandaVision.” … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/23/21): Much Anticipated Spider-Man Trailer is Released, More Details Revealed for “The Princess and the Frog” Retheming of Splash Mountain, Biometric Fingerprint Scans Resume at Walt Disney World and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, August 23, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Maleficent Spirit Jersey Roars Into Disneyland Resort

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Just in time for the Halloween season, and following in the footsteps of the many other spooky offerings heading to the Disney parks, this new Maleficent-centric Spirit Jersey made it’s way to Elias & Co. at Disney’s California Adventure. The jersey is mainly a sharp looking royal purple color, with Maleficent’s green flames creeping up … Read more

PHOTOS: New Together Again Mickey Ear Hat Souvenir Bowl Can Top Off a Fun Day at Disney California Adventure

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We’ve seen a great number of new items debut this Halloween season at the Disneyland Resort and ShopDisney, with a plethora of ghostly fun merchandise and even some fun Mickey and Minnie Halloween headbands. Now, in addition to that, we have a new “headwear” souvenir that is more useful for eating rather than wearing, appearing … Read more

PHOTOS: Updated Oogie Boogie Added to Disney California Adventure Entrance Marquee

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Oogie Boogie is back presiding over the Disney California Adventure entrance marquee with a brand new look. Oogie Boogie Bash, a separately ticketed event, is back for the Halloween season beginning September 9, and so the “Nightmare Before Christmas” villain’s sign has returned. The changes are minor but the biggest change is to Oogie Boogie … Read more

Magic Key Terrace and Lounge Opening at Disneyland Resort Soon

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Alongside new information about the Magic Key Program, Disney has announced that two Magic Keyholder-exclusive locations will be opening at Disneyland Resort in the coming weeks. The Magic Key Terrace in Disney California Adventure will open on August 25, the same day Magic Key passes become available, replacing the Annual Pass-exclusive Alfresco Tasting Terrace. Keyholders … Read more

Park Hours Released for Disneyland Resort Through October 3

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Operating hours have been released for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure from September 12 through October 3, having previously been released through September 11. Disneyland Park Disneyland Park will open at 8:00 a.m. and close at 11:00 p.m. daily. Disney California Adventure On September 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, and 29, as … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Time Disneyland Magic Key Holder Commemorative Pin Revealed

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The Magic Key is set to replace the retired Annual Passholder program at Disneyland. To celebrate, guests who purchase their Magic Keys before 10/30 will receive a charter member welcome package, including a commemorative pin. Magic Keys go on sale on August 25. Read our post here to learn more about the different levels and … Read more

WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups Available Into Afternoon at Disneyland Resort

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In a rare occurrence, boarding groups are still available for two popular Disneyland Resort attractions. Both Disney California Adventure and Disneyland Park are experiencing small crowds today. At Disney California Adventure, guests can still obtain a boarding pass for WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure. The estimated wait time was 355 minutes when we checked. At … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/7/21): shopDisney Halloween Collection, Saratoga Springs Grand Villa Tour, Haunted Mansion Loungefly Backpack, “it’s a small world” Gets Additional Colorful Paint, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, August 7, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: New Specialty Cocktails From Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats at Disney California Adventure

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Two new specialty cocktails are now available from Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats at Disney California Adventure. We tried both “It’s Chile-Lime Mango Margarita!” and “Pixar Pier Frosty Parfait with Blue Curaçao.” Both drinks are sweet, refreshing, and ideal for sharing. Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats is located in Pixar Pier. The quick service location serves a … Read more

REVIEW: Carthay Circle Restaurant at Disney California Adventure Has Superb Food, Top-Notch Service

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Carthay Circle Restaurant reopened July 22 at Disney California Adventure with a new dinner menu. We visited the signature dining location to see what has changed. Thankfully, everything that makes Carthay Circle great is still in place. Entrance Interior Menu Summer Corn Soup — $17 Fava Beans, Leeks, Basil This was a nice, light summer … Read more