Disneyland May Extend Monorail Route as Part of Expansion Plans

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The documentation for DisneylandForward, a proposed theme park expansion plus retail, hotel, and parking projects for Disneyland Resort, was updated last week, and now a new discovery amongst the plans shows that Disneyland may extend its 1959 monorail route. Disneyland Considering Extending Monorail Route According to The Orange County Register, this potential expansion is buried … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disneyland Monorail Reopens Following Two-Month Refurbishment

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The Disneyland Monorail has reopened following a near-two month refurbishment. As of September 1, guests are once again able to board the Disneyland Resort’s “highway in the sky.” Disneyland Monorail Re-Opens We saw the iconic vehicle make its approach to the station in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park, for a voyage to the Downtown Disney District. … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Monorail Station in Downtown Disney District Receives Fresh Paint, New Color Scheme

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Work continues on the Disneyland Monorail station in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, as the refurbishment gets closer and closer to its previously announced end date. Now that the giant green tarps covering the station have been removed, we can see that it sports a brand new look. Disneyland Monorail Station We recently … Read more

New Mickey & Friends Monorail Playset Available at Disneyland Resort

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A new Mickey & Friends remote control Monorail playset similar to one we found at Walt Disney World earlier this year is now available at the Disneyland Resort. We spotted it in World of Disney at the Downtown Disney District. Remote Control Monorail Playset – $99.99 The Monorail is white on top and light blue … Read more

Disneyland Monorail, Soarin’ Around the World, and Alice in Wonderland Closing for Refurbishment in Early July

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We have received word of three attractions getting some refurbishments done starting in early July for an undetermined period, including two attractions which have already seen refurbishments in 2023 — Soarin’ Around the World, Alice in Wonderland, and the Disneyland Monorail. First up, Alice in Wonderland yet again. The beloved 1950s-era Disneyland attraction will both close … Read more

Disabled ‘Rogers: The Musical’ Cast Member Moved to Tears After Seeing Hyperion Theater Marquee, Disneyland Resort Monorail Cars in Rough Shape, & More: Daily Recap (5/7/23)

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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 Sunday, May 7, 2023. Walt Disney World New … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Monorail Cars in Rough State, Duct Tape Holding Parts Together

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While we often lament the maintenance issues at Walt Disney World, the Disneyland Resort faces plenty of its own issues as well. During our latest ride on the Disneyland Monorail, we found that the beloved attraction is in rough shape, with even some sections being held together by duct tape. Let’s take a closer look. … Read more

Walt Disney World Annual Pass Sales Resume, DeSantis’ Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board Set to Void Disney’s Development Agreement, & More: Daily Recap (4/20/23)

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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 Thursday, April 20, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Disneyland Paris Cancels Halloween & New Year’s Parties, $79,000 Crystal-Encrusted Arribas Brothers Spaceship Earth, & More: Daily Recap (4/15/23)

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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, April 15, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Fencing Removed Around Monorail Station in Downtown Disney District

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Construction fencing that has surrounded the Monorail Station in Downtown Disney District since January 2023 has finally been removed. Construction Fencing Removed Around Monorail Station in Downtown Disney District When we stopped by Downtown Disney today, we saw that the rest of the construction fencing surrounding the Monorail Station had been removed. Though the construction … Read more

New Pavement Laid Outside Downtown Disney District Monorail Station

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Most of the construction fencing has been removed from around the Downtown Disney District Monorail station, revealing fresh new pavement. Fencing wrapped in green scrim still blocks where the pavement of the extended queue is being replaced. The fencing was erected around the station entrance a month ago, but the Monorail remained open and operational … Read more

End Date Released for Disneyland Monorail Closure

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The Disneyland Monorail will be closed for refurbishment beginning on March 20, 2023. The Disneyland app now lists the attraction as closed through March 23, 2023. The Monorail should reopen to guests on March 24, although it’s always possible the refurbishment could be extended. The pavement was just replaced outside the Downtown Disney District Monorail … Read more

Disneyland Monorail Closing for Refurbishment in March

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The Disneyland Monorail will close for refurbishment beginning March 20, 2023. The Disneyland calendar only goes through March 22 right now, and the Monorail is shown as closed through that date. It’s not clear when the Disneyland Monorail will reopen. Last month, construction fences went up around the Downtown Disney District Monorail station. One of … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Monorail Debuts a New 100th Anniversary Wrap

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The Disney 100 Years of Wonder Celebration kicks off in just two days! Today, the Disneyland Monorail debuted a platinum 100th anniversary wrap. We saw the monorail zoom past in the Esplanade. The wrap says “Disney 100” with sparkles floating down the side. Chip n’ Dale are presenting the sparkles. As the sun hits the … Read more

The Disneyland Resort 2023 Calendar is Now Available

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Even though September has hardly begun, it’s never too early to plan for the future. Luckily, the Disneyland Resort has you covered with a new 2023 calendar! Disneyland Resort 2023 Calendar – $19.99 Mickey Mouse appears on the front cover, looking ready to start the year as he shouts “oh boy!” This sixteen month calendar … Read more

Eric Idle Jokes About Figment Popcorn Bucket Frenzy, Rainbow Popcorn Sold Out and Replaced with Spork, Festival of the Arts Reviews, and More: Daily Recap (1/15/22)

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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, January 15, 2022. Walt Disney World … Read more