From months-long closures to the economic fallout and the fight to get California’s theme parks open safely, 2020 gave us a lot of big stories in Disney and Universal Parks. And to send the year off, we thought we’d share the top ten most popular stories from WDWNT, Disneyland News Today, and Universal Parks News … Read more
The California stay-at-home orders have been automatically extended. The previous order began December 6 and expired December 27. The order is based on intensive care unit (ICU) beds available in five regions defined by California. As of this writing, California has not issued a formal statement regarding the extension. The original order language indicated that … Read more
It is almost Christmas, and here in Southern California that usually means some of the busiest days at the Disneyland Resort. Join us as we take a look at the holiday crowds around Downtown Disney after the implementation of the stay-at-home order in Southern California. Security We arrived at the Downtown Disney District early in … Read more
Despite what some people say, there are a lot of folks who love getting clothes for the holidays… especially when it comes from The Happiest Place on Earth! There’s new apparel for all ages now at the Disneyland Resort, along with a couple of items to help welcome in the new year! Disneyland Youth Windbreaker … Read more
If you’re still looking for a holiday gift for the technophile in your family, you can find some very Disney-fied stocking stuffers at the Disneyland Resort! These accessories are sure to give your gadgets some character. There are new iPhone and headphone cases, along with four new PopSockets PopGrips featuring beloved Disney characters. Let’s take … Read more
There’s something alive in here! Now you can take home your very own Dianoga, courtesy of the Creature Stall in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney Parks (or in this case, at Downtown Disney District.) Dianoga Puppet – $39.99 For anyone not familiar, a Dianoga is the creepy, tentacled, cycloptic creature that attacked Luke Skywalker … Read more
According to Disneyland Resort’s calendar, Downtown Disney District and Buena Vista Street will not be open on Christmas day. The calendar lists no hours for December 25, 2020. Hours for the surrounding days are normal. Dining locations at both Downtown Disney District and the recently reopened Buena Vista Street had to close earlier this week … Read more
With ICU capacity dipping below 15% in Southern California, a stay-at-home order is now in place across Orange County and Anaheim. With this new order, all dining must revert back to take-out and delivery. As of today, Disneyland Resort has now closed all restaurants at both Downtown Disney District and its recently-opened Buena Vista Street expansion. A … Read more
The Annual Passholder Exclusive Santa Mickey Snow Globe Sipper has arrived at the Backlot Premiere Shop in Disneyland Resort just in time for the Holidays. You can find the Santa Mickey Snow Globe Sipper at Stage 17 for $16.49. We found this same sipper in Walt Disney World at Disney Springs back in November. Santa … 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, December 1, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more
Disneyland Resort is now offering mobile checkout through the Disneyland app, allowing guests to pay for merchandise without standing in line for a register. Signs throughout World of Disney in Downtown Disney District have signs up informing guests of mobile checkout. Once guests open up the Disneyland app, they can select the “Shop in Store … Read more
Even though sunny Southern California is usually warm and pleasant, winter is coming… to the new fashions at the Disneyland Resort! The four new flannel button-down shirts feature characters that fans have loved for decades have made their way west, just in time for the holiday shopping season. Let’s take a look! Minnie Mouse Flannel … Read more
Let’s be honest: in 2020, most of us have spent more time at home than usual. Thankfully, you can bring a little bit of Disneyland magic to hanging around the house with a new set of loungewear now available at the Disneyland Resort! Four new shirts and a pair of lounge pants provide a colorful … Read more
One of the most beloved parts of both the holidays and the Disney Parks are those delectable treats we enjoy. And if you like snacking your way through the season, this new tumbler now available at the Disneyland Resort is the perfect way to wash it down! Decked out in a festive red background with … Read more
Whether you’re a fan of holiday magic, cuddly pets, or the world of Tangled, there are three new lines of bags by Dooney & Bourke at the Disneyland Resort that might be perfect for you! First up is a set featuring a wintry pattern of Mickey and Minnie Mouse, a snowman with Mickey ears, and … Read more
Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new 10pm to 5am curfew. The curfew will be in place for all California counties in the Purple Tier. Currently over 70% of California Counties are in the Purple Tier, including Orange County, where the Disneyland Resort is located. The new curfew goes into effect at 10pm ET … Read more
