Disneyland Resort has updated their website to show a refurbishment scheduled for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad beginning September 7. As of now, the reopening is set for “fall 2021.” An exact date has yet to be announced.
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
The Disney Parks Blog has posted a new FAQ regarding the new Magic Key Pass program coming to Disneyland Resort on August 25. The Magic Key is the replacement for the former Annual Passholder program. See the new information below. Where to Purchase a Magic Key Pass Magic Key passes will only be available online … Read more
Join us live for ParksCenter tonight, Sunday, August 15, at 8:00 p.m. ET! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics at the top of the mind for the Disney community. This week, the topic on everyone’s mind is the announcement that the U.S. based parks will be … Read more
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
Yesterday, Disney announced major changes with the new Disney Genie service, including Genie+ and Lightning Lane, paid options to replace the formerly free FastPass service. Now that the dust has settled, fans are making their feelings clear. Of the three announcement videos, the reactions (quantified by likes vs. dislikes) are over 70% negative for two … Read more
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 Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
As part of the Genie+ and Lightning Lane services, guests will soon be able to purchase access to Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Select attractions will be available as part of the paid Genie+ service and some will require individual payment through Lightning Lane. Rise of … Read more
In addition to the announcement for the new Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane services coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, it was also revealed that digital options are coming to the Disability Access Service (DAS) program. The program is designed to assist guests who cannot wait in the traditional queues for attractions. With … Read more
Join us live for ParksCenter tonight, Sunday, August 15th, at 8:00 PM ET! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are at the top of the mind for the Disney community. Tonight we have two panel discussions and lots of park updates! First off, we talk … Read more
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 14, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
Disneyland Resort is reportedly conducting rehearsals for both the Main Street Electrical Parade and A Christmas Fantasy Parade. This is a strong indicator that parades will return to Disneyland in the near future. This aligns with other signs we’ve reported, such as the testing of parade floats in character cavalcades. It also should be noted … Read more
The Disney Parks Blog shared a sneak peek inside Tenaya Stone Spa, set to open September 16 at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa. This oasis of relaxation amidst the hustle and bustle of Disneyland is inspired by the spirit of nature and California heritage. Guests can enjoy a customizable spa day and choose from … Read more
The Walt Disney Company released its Q3 2021 earnings today, and CEO Bob Chapek spoke about the parks in detail. While the international parks posted a loss, the U.S. parks saw the first profitable quarter since the pandemic began in 2020. Walt Disney World has been at or near capacity consistently. Chief Financial Officer Christine … Read more
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 Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
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