‘The Lion King’ Hakuna Matata Loungefly Backpack Arrives at Disneyland

The Lion King Loungefly mini backpack

There’s a new “The Lion King” Loungefly mini backpack available at Disneyland Park. “The Lion King” Loungefly Mini Backpack – $88 We found The Lion King Loungefly mini backpack at Emporium in Disneyland Park. inspired by the “Hakuna Matata” grub scene in the film, the backpack comes as part of the 30th anniversary celebration happening … Read more

Briar Patch Sign Added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Walls at Disneyland

The Briar Patch sign on Tiana's Bayou Adventure construction wall

After the sign for The Briar Patch was removed last month, a temporary sign has gone up on the construction walls around Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disneyland. The Briar Patch Sign The new sign resembles a tan piece of cloth with “The Briar Patch” printed on it in a pink-to-blue gradient. It’s located near the … Read more

Fantasmic! Showtimes Announced for Return to Disneyland

Mickey Mouse during Fantasmic!

The Fantasmic! return date is now on the Disneyland Park calendar, with showtimes officially listed. Fantasmic! will officially return to Disneyland Park on May 24, and the showtimes have just been added to the official calendar. On May 24, there will be two showings, one at 9 p.m., and a second at 10:30 p.m. Disney … Read more

REVIEW: Fried Chicken Baos & Dewback Chili Noodles at Docking Bay 7 for Season of the Force at Disneyland

Left: Fried chicken baos. Right: Dewback Chili Noodles

The “Star Wars” Season of the Force event is on at Disneyland Resort, and with it comes special nighttime entertainment, new merchandise, new sequences added to Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, and new food and beverage options to enjoy. Season of the Force at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Some of those dishes … Read more

Disney Guests Who Lie to Get DAS Will be Permanently Banned & More: Daily Recap (4/10/24)

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Disney will permanently ban guests who lie to get DAS from the parks, more critters revealed for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and we review the new breakfast buffet at 1900 Park Fare — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/10/2024 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney … Read more

New Pixar Fest Banners in Esplanade & Decorations in Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland

Three Pixar Fest banners on Disneyland Resort esplanade lampposts

New Pixar Fest banners now adorn the lampposts of the Disneyland Resort esplanade and Pixar Fest decorations are up at Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland Park. Pixar Fest Banners There are several banners inspired by different Pixar films: “Turning Red,” “Coco,” “The Incredibles,” “Cars,” “Toy Story,” and more. Each banner has a retrofuturism background design with … Read more

Louis Statue Installed Outside Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland

Small Louis statue on Tiana's Palace wall

Disney has added a small statue of Tiana’s friend, Louis the alligator, outside Tiana’s Palace in Disneyland Park. The dining venue was previously French Market Restaurant but was re-themed last year. Louis Statue at Tiana’s Palace The Louis statue is on the brick wall around the restaurant’s outdoor seating area. The gator is depicted singing … Read more

Celto Slush Brings Horchata Flavors to Kat Saka’s Kettle for Season of the Force at Disneyland

Green and brown Celto Slush

Season of the Force, a celebration of all things “Star Wars,” is underway at Disneyland through June 2 and many of the venues around Galaxy’s Edge have special themed offerings. Over at Kat Saka’s Kettle, guests can try the new Celto Slush. Season of the Force at Kat Saka’s Kettle Kat Saka’s Kettle can be … Read more

Disney Launching Major Changes to Disability Access Service & More: Daily Recap (4/9/24)

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Changes coming to the Disney Disability Access Service, Disney officials confirm DAS changes are due to overuse, and new Walt Disney World hotel discounts for summer and early fall 2024 — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/9/2024 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s … Read more

Hyperspace Mountain Returns to Disneyland for ‘Star Wars’ Season of the Force

Hyperspace Mountain sign at Disneyland

As part of Season of the Force at Disneyland Resort, the “Star Wars”-themed Space Mountain overlay, “Hyperspace Mountain,” has returned. Hyperspace Mountain Returns for Season of the Force Hyperspace Mountain takes over Space Mountain during Season of the Force from April 5 through June 2 at Disneyland Park. Within that timeframe is also “Star Wars” … Read more

Pasaana Punch Returns to Ronto Roasters for Season of the Force at Disneyland Park

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For Season of the Force, Pasaana Punch has returned to Ronto Roasters in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. Ronto Roasters is located between Jewels of Bith and Kat Saka’s Kettle, and across the path from Savi’s Workshop – Handbuilt Lightsabers. Pasaana Punch – $5.99 Orange Juice, White Grape Juice, Red Passion Fruit and … Read more

Speaker Poles Removed From Disneyland Castle Hub After One Falls in Guest Path

Green speaker in Disneyland hub

Following a speaker falling into a guest pathway last Friday, other speakers and their support poles have been removed from the hub in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park. Disneyland Removes Speakers There are usually speakers on poles throughout the flowerbeds behind railings. They are the same color green as lampposts and stage … Read more

The Countdown to Space Mountain Closing Forever Has Begun & More: Daily Recap (4/8/24)

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Tokyo Disneyland prepares for the closure of Space Mountain, a new Walt Disney World Resort hotel offer, and a delivery truck is installed at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 8, 2024. Daily Recap for 4/8/2024 Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Fire of the Rising Moons Fireworks Takes to the Skies in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

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Debuting during the Season of the Force, a new fireworks experience called Fire of the Rising Moons has come to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. Fire of the Rising Moons Fireworks Before the fireworks begin, the show starts with a welcome from the Lore Weaver: Smugglers and scoundrels, pirates and rogues, travelers and … Read more

Galactic Grill Celebrates ‘Star Wars’ Season of the Force With New and Returning Dishes at Disneyland

Bantha Burger, Watermelon Slush with Death Star Glow Cube, Chorizo Loaded Fries, Wookiee Parfait, and Granny Smith Apple Slush with Millennium Falcon Glow Cube.

Season of the Force, a celebration of all things “Star Wars,” is underway at Disneyland from April 5 through June 2, 2024. Season of the Force at Galactic Grill Most of the specialty items are in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, but Galactic Grill also has some new and returning items for the occasion. Galactic Grill … Read more

New Light-Up Interactive Mickey’s Toontown Bubble Maker

Toontown bubble maker

We got a closer look at the Interactive Mickey’s Toontown bubble maker available at Disneyland Park. It was released in March but has rarely been in stock. Toontown Bubble Maker – $38 We found the often-sold-out bubbler maker at EngineEar Souvenirs in Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park. The bubble maker is designed to look like … Read more