Disneyland Resort Archives

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Resort 6/12/20 (Virtual Queues at Downtown Disney, A Peek Into Disney California Adventure, New Posters in the Esplanade, and More!)

July 17, 2020

With Downtown Disney District opening to the public on July 9th, there has been much to follow. Today, we made our way back to take see if things have settled at the Disneyland Resort. Join us in taking a look at the temperature screenings, virtual queues, parking lines, views from the Esplanade, and more. Downtown … Read more

New Artwork and Blueprints Released for Upcoming 12-Story Disney Vacation Club Tower at Disneyland Hotel, Including First Look at Mickey "Ink & Paint" Interactive Water Feature

July 17, 2020

As construction slowly resumes at the Disneyland Resort, the development process on the twelve-story Disney Vacation Club tower at the Disneyland Resort is still very much in motion. Proposed plans for this tower are set to be reviewed on July 20th, and ahead of that, a massive, 1,600 page filing has surfaced, complete with full … Read more

Celebrate Disneyland's 65th Anniversary With These Vintage Park Documents - From the "Adventure in Disneyland" Comic Book to Tom Sawyer Island Maps, and More

July 17, 2020

Today marks the 65th anniversary of The Happiest Place on Earth, and to celebrate, we’re taking a trip back in time thanks to our collection of vintage documents of from Disneyland’s history! Note: While we’ve shared these documents in images, WIGS Members have access to download a full-resolution PDF of each one. Head on over to Patreon.com/wdwnt to join … Read more

EDITORIAL: The Park That Started It All - Celebrating the 65th Anniversary of Disneyland

July 17, 2020

In 1955, Walt Disney opened the doors to his ambitious dream, Disneyland. Sixty-five years later, Disneyland has become a cherished destination for generation to generation. Disneyland has been no stranger to change throughout the years, from slight enhancements to the park within the first four years, to more modernizations within the last few years. As … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disneyland 65th Anniversary Merchandise Collection Arrives at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort

July 16, 2020

Disneyland is celebrating 65 years of magic this year, and although the park might not be open, guests can still celebrate with anniversary merchandise available at Downtown Disney! There’s a lot here to take in, so let’s get started! The full collection is on display at World of Disney, featuring homages to the park’s many … Read more

Disneyland Resort Announces No 65th Anniversary Plans for Tomorrow at Downtown Disney District

July 16, 2020

While tomorrow marks Disneyland’s 65th anniversary, there will be no special celebration at the Disneyland Resort to mark the milestone. The resort announced on Twitter that there’s “nothing planned” to celebrate the anniversary at the Downtown Disney District. However, the language implies that there will be a virtual celebration on Disney Parks Blog tomorrow, and … Read more

TONIGHT: ParksCenter - Walt Disney World Re-Opens, Hong Kong Disneyland Re-Closes, and Spaceship Earth Refurb Delays - Ep. 110

July 15, 2020

Tonight, July 15th at 9pm Eastern, will be the next edition of WDWNT’s ParksCenter! This week, we’ll be talking about the grand reopening of the parks, Hong Kong’s not-so-grand re-closing, the announced delays and changes to Epcot’s refurbishments, and more! Want to watch us record the show live? Tune in tonight at 9pm Eastern on … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: The Magic Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom Reopen After Historic COVID-19 Closure, and More!

July 12, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from July 6-12, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom finally reopened its gates this … Read more

PHOTOS: Crowds Descend Upon Downtown Disney District for Grand Reopening at Disneyland Resort

July 9, 2020

Today’s the day! Since March 16th, the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort has been closed to the public. This morning, we made our way over to sunny Anaheim to wait in line outside the entrance for the 10:00 am opening. Follow along with our newest photo report to see how the first day … Read more

Disneyland Resort Accepting Hotel Reservations Beginning August 1st

July 6, 2020

Though the theme parks may not have an official reopening date, the Disneyland Resort has announced that hotels are currently accepting reservations beginning Saturday, August 1st. The news came in an email to guests currently holding reservations through July, asking them to modify or cancel their reservation. The theme parks were originally scheduled to reopen … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Reopening Preparations, Payment Glitches, Construction Updates and More

July 5, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from June 29 – July 5. Walt Disney World Parks In celebration of the fourth of … Read more

Downtown Disney District Reopening Cast Member Preview to be Held July 8th at the Disneyland Resort

July 3, 2020

While indoor dining isn’t currently possible, the Downtown Disney District is still pushing ahead with its reopening, with a cast member preview happening Wednesday, July 8th. The Disneyland Resort Ambassadors posted about the preview on their Facebook and Instagram accounts, with registration beginning July 3rd at 5 PM on the HUB. The district is currently … Read more

TONIGHT: ParksCenter - Walt Disney World Preps for Reopening, Dining Reservations Resume, and Cirque du Soleil Files for Bankruptcy - Ep. 108

July 1, 2020

Tonight, July 1st at 9pm Eastern, will be the next edition of WDWNT’s ParksCenter! This week, we’ll be covering some of the objections cast members have to reopening Disney World in 10 days, a look into the preparations being done for transporting guests around the resort, the bankruptcy of Cirque du Soleil and what that … Read more

SHOP: Flash Back Through the Decades with New Retro-Inspired Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World T-Shirts on shopDisney

June 30, 2020

Who’s ready to take a trip down memory lane? Retro-inspired looks from the 70’s, 80’s, and 2000’s are featured in four new Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World T-shirts on shopDisney! Disneyland Resort Mickey Mouse ”Where Dreams Come True” T-Shirt for Men – $24.99 The neon and pastels are out in full force in this … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: David Price on his Dad and Disney Legend Buzz Price - One of Walt's Most Trusted Advisors

February 1, 2024June 30, 2020

When David Price was a child, he, like many of us, found himself playing about as his father worked elsewhere in the room. But what David didn’t realize at the time was that all those maps and plans hanging around the office were helping his dad, Buzz Price, determine the best place to construct a … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disneyland Reopening Delayed, Splash Mountain to be Rethemed, Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Reopenings, and More

June 28, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from June 22-28 2020. Walt Disney World Parks The big park news this week was the … Read more