The Year of the Ear

Earlier today, Disney announced as part of their Limited Time Magic Promotion, they will be releasing special new mouse ears and head ware every month at Both The Disneyland Resort and The Walt Disney World Resort. Some ears will be exclusive to respective parks.

First Week of Limited Time Magic Announced

By Thomas Smith on The Disney Parks Blog: There’s nothing like ringing in the New Year at Disney Parks, but if you can’t join us, we’re keeping the excitement going to begin January with some special “Limited Time Magic” at the Walt Disney World Resort andDisneyland Resort. We’re also excited to announce that 2013 will be the “Year … Read more

Tim Alcoser Photo Report: 12/25/2012

Tim went to the Disneyland Resort on Christmas Day and was able to capture some magic! I was at the Disneyland Resort on Christmas day and took a few photographs of the hustle and bustle on one of the busiest days of the year. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is set to close on January 7th … Read more

Giving Around the Community at the Disneyland Resort

By Kevin Rafferty, Jr. on the Disney Parks Blog: Happy holidays, Disney Parks Blog! As in years past, please enjoy caroling about the ways in which the Disneyland Resort supported the local community in 2012. And if you don’t feel like caroling, check out the video instead – it recaps many of the Resort’s efforts to support the … Read more

Sighs & Sounds at Disney Parks: What do Toy Soldiers Have to do with The Land of Oz?

By Greg Ehrbar on the Disney Parks Blog: The Toyland soldiers in either Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort holiday parades are a “must-see.” Watching them on our annual Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade is very cool, but experiencing them in person is even more amazing. They’re exactly like the toy soldiers in Walt Disney’s “Babes in Toyland” (which looks dazzling in … Read more

'Limited Time Magic' Surprises Starting Soon at Disney Parks

By Thomas Smith on The Disney Parks Blog: Before we head into the Christmas holiday week, I wanted to share a quick update on “Limited Time Magic” atDisney Parks. Earlier this year, we announced plans for a year of unexpected experiences with an extra sprinkle of Pixie Dust at Disneyland Resort and the Walt Disney World Resort. And beginning next … Read more

Disney Parks After Dark: 'its a small world' Holiday

By Paul Hiffmeyer from the Disney Parks Blog: During the Holidays at Disneyland Resort, there are so many beautiful decorations to see and photograph, but I seem to spend a little more time at “it’s a small world“ Holiday. Below are a few photos I would like to share with you. For this first one, I exposed … Read more

Holiday Magic Found Throughout the Disneyland Resort

By Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: I know I’ve said it before, but the holidays are my favorite time of year at the Disneyland Resort. Between thebeautiful decor, delicious food and unique merchandise, each holiday season is unique year after year. Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to this year:

New 10K Race Added to Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend

By Faron Kelley on The Disney Parks Blog: I am excited to let you know the Happiest Race on Earth just got happier! Today runDisney announced the 2013 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend is expanding with the addition of the Disneyland 10K at Disneyland Resortin Anaheim, Cal. The new 10K will be a timed event and take runners through Disneyland park, Disney California … Read more

Three Kings Day Celebration Returns to Disneyland Park

By Erin Glover on The Disney Parks Blog: For the second year, we will be celebrating Three Kings Day here at Disneyland park! You may remember our first-ever Día de los Reyes Magos celebration last year which featured special décor, entertainment, food and activities showcasing Western and Mexican heritage. This year, the same celebration will move to a new … Read more

Nighttime Holiday Magic at the Disneyland Resort!

By Valarie Sukovaty on The Disney Parks Blog: I love to visit the Disneyland Resort during the holidays – where it snows, the Christmas trees glow and icicles hang in rows. You wouldn’t think I’d be describing a magical place in sunny Southern California, but that’s the power of Disney magic! Our talented teams transform the Disneyland … Read more

Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Tips at the Disneyland Resort

By Michelle Harker on Disney Parks Blog:   Happy Holidays, Disney fans! It’s been another great year filled with events, releases, promotions and so much more. Thank you for sharing the ride with me. For those who have things “wrapped” or buttoned up for the holidays, I commend you. You would think as the shopping queen … Read more

Conner Purzycki's 12/14/12 DLR Photo Report

Conner went to the Disneyland Resort and captured some merchandise and gallery magic!   New Oswald MerchandiseHoliday Merchandise Themed Carmel Apples New Exhibit! Explanation of the new ride at Magic Kingdom.Construction continues.Check out the new exhibit for more artwork! Thanks Conner! 

Hayley Nance's 12/8/12 DLR Photo Report

Hayley recently took a trip to the Disneyland Resort and captured some magic to share! Snowcars in Disney’s California AdventureGingerbread cone-houses in Disney’s California AdventureMater decorated for the holidays Cozy Cone Holiday Decorations John Lasseter appeared in Disney’s California Adventure, showing new merchandiseFit-it Felix!Get into the game of Fix-it Felix Jr.It’s A Small World has new 2013 … Read more

Tim Alcoser's 12/8/12 DLR Holiday Photo Report

Tim went to the Disneyland resort and captured some holiday magic!   Special Holiday kiosks have been installed near Earl of Sandwich and ESPN zone. Picture perfect posts are available in front of AMC in Downtown DisneyLocated in Disney’s California AdventureChristmas Segment in World of ColorMain Street USA lit up in Holiday CheerHappy Holidays! 

Disney and the Rose Parade: A 75-Year Tradition Continues

By Erin Glover on Disney Parks Blog: We’ve been showing you updates on the construction of the “Destination: Cars Land” float which will appear in the 124th Rose Parade on New Year’s Day in Pasadena, Calif., here on the Disney Parks Blog. We’re really excited about this year’s Disneyland Resort float – not only is it a tribute … Read more