Disney on the Yard, an organization that seeks to build community with HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) alumni at The Walt Disney Company, is coming to the Downtown Disney District this weekend. Disney on the Yard at Downtown Disney District The announcement was shared on social media via a collaborative post between Downtown Disney … Read more
An Aulani-specific ear headband is now available at Disneyland Resort, returning for the first time in several years. We found the headband at World of Disney in the Downtown Disney District. Aulani Ear Headband – $40 The sparkly black ear headband with attached plumeria flowers was originally available back in 2019 at Disneyland and Walt … Read more
The event dates and details have been announced for Disney Jr. Let’s Play!, returning to Disneyland Resort later this summer. Disney Jr. Let’s Play! at Disneyland Resort Disney California Adventure Downtown Disney District Disney Jr. Let’s Play! at Disneyland Resort The three-day event inspired by Disney Jr. characters and stories will return to Disneyland Resort … Read more
Earl of Sandwich Closing Date Downtown Disney Earl of Sandwich History New Permanent Earl Of Sandwich Location Earl of Sandwich has announced the closing date for its temporary Downtown Disney District location and the opening timeframe for its new permanent location. Earl of Sandwich Closing Date According to The Orange County Register, the temporary Earl … Read more
Disney Storyland Boutique, which opened at Downtown Disney District earlier this year, has been decked out with new retro-style decorations for the Disneyland 70th anniversary celebration. Disney Storyland Boutique 70th Anniversary Decorations The neon “Disney Storyland Boutique” sign behind the check-out counter is now against a wood-paneled background. Similar wood paneling has been added to … Read more
The temporary Earl of Sandwich restaurant located in the Downtown Disney District of Disneyland Resort has announced it will be permanently closing, resulting in the layoff of 167 employees. Earl of Sandwich Closing, Employee Layoffs The Earl of Sandwich has been the subject of several news stories in the past several months, as the restaurant … Read more
More 70th anniversary decorations adorn Disneyland Resort, including new banners on the tram route, a mural in Downtown Disney District, and new flags on Sleeping Beauty Castle. Downtown Disney District A new mural next to a Downtown Disney security plaza showcases different iconic buildings from the district and the theme parks at night. A line … Read more
With the official start date of the Disneyland Resort 70th Anniversary Celebration just around the corner, merchandise is now popping up across the resort. We found these items at World of Disney and the Emporium. Adult Apparel Spirit Jersey – $84.99 This Spirit Jersey is plain black, with a rainbow “70,” the top turrets of … Read more
A new Din Tai Fung pin set will be available at the Downtown Disney District location starting on May 16, the first day of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. Din Tai Fung Pin Set – $19.50 The set includes three enamel pins. Two depict the restaurants’ mascots. The Downtown Disney building is pictured behind him … Read more
Star Wars Day has officially arrived, and Disneyland is celebrating with a wave of new May the 4th merchandise items. We found these new items at Star Wars Trading Post in the Downtown Disney District. Dated May the 4th Merchandise All of the dated merchandise is limited to two per item per guest. Many of … Read more
The second-story walls of the former Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria have been torn down to make way for new eateries at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort. Tortilla Jo’s Demolition The last remaining walls on the top half of the building have been demolished since our last update, leaving just a framework. Crews have started … Read more
A new post from the Orange County Register has confirmed that construction is finally set to begin for Porto’s Bakery in the Downtown Disney District. Porto’s Bakery Construction Set to Begin The addition of Porto’s Bakery to the Downtown Disney District was first announced all the way back in 2022. After the initial announcement, however, … Read more
Disneyland Resort announced more businesses opening new storefronts at Downtown Disney District soon, plus shared a first look inside Arthur & Sons and Pearl’s Roadside BBQ. lululemon A new lululemon store will be in an area of the former ESPN Zone building, which is being turned into multiple storefronts. The store will feature athletic apparel, … Read more
A new food truck serving Cali-Caribbean cuisine has arrived at the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. The Tropic Truck Now at Downtown Disney District News of the new food truck was shared on an Instagram story from the Downtown Disney District. The new food truck, dubbed “The Tropic Truck,” will be serving Cali-Caribbean … Read more
More of the Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria facades in the Downtown Disney District have been demolished so they can become new restaurants. Tortilla Jo’s Demolition Work on the exterior did not begin until this month — almost a year after Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria permanently closed. The first signs of demolition were on the right side … Read more
Construction is progressing on the Downtown Disney District Monorail Station which has been closed since January 6, 2025, for the installation of new ticketing gates. Downtown Disney District Monorail Station Construction In our last update, we reported that crews were at work on the new structure being built and new signage had been hung as … Read more