Main Street Electrical Parade Archives

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

Celebrate Disney Merchandise and Park History with the Fall 1985 Edition of “The Disneyana Collector” Newsletter

May 18, 2020

With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage materials for a look back into Disney history! If you love Disney merchandise and history, you’ll be sold on the Fall 1985 issue of “The Disneyana Collector,” featuring profiles on Disney artists, a look back at the … Read more

Recreate Your Favorite Disney Parks Nighttime Spectacular for a Chance to Win $100 Corbucks!

May 22, 2020April 22, 2020

A few weeks ago here at WDWNT, we hosted a contest that gave people the chance to recreate their favorite Disney ride pre-show through homemade videos. Creative Disney fans across the world brought a little bit of Disney into their own homes by participating in this contest! We now will be holding a competition allowing … Read more

See Walt Disney Productions in the Early ’70s With The 1973 Annual Report – Part Two

April 20, 2020

With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage materials for a look back into Disney history! We’re heading back in time to see Walt Disney Productions in the early 1970’s with the second part of the 1973 Annual Report, featuring Disneyland, film and television productions, … Read more

Recreate Your Favorite Disney Parks Nighttime Spectacular for a Chance to Win $100 Corbucks!

May 22, 2020April 9, 2020

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mardi Gras 2020 Pargo Parade Pays Homage to Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, IllumiNations, and More at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort

February 25, 2020

Laissez le bon temps rouler! Fat Tuesday, better known to the world as Mardi Gras, came to Disney’s Port Orleans Resort today, and as we all know, Mardi Gras means it’s time for a parade! Port Orleans marked the day with a Mardi Gras Pargo Parade through both the Riverside and French Quarter resorts. And … Read more

PHOTOS: New Fantasmic!, Electrical Parade, and Popcorn Cart Candy Cases Arrive at Tokyo Disney Resort

November 5, 2019

Merry Disney Christmas, everyone! Well, almost. Disney Christmas actually starts on Friday, but new merchandise is already available! And that includes these three awesome candy cases themed to Fantasmic!, Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade: DreamLights, and a holiday popcorn cart! We brought you the news of these adorable souvenirs just a couple of months ago. But … Read more

REVIEW: New Limited-Time Spicy Chicken Sandwich and Raspberry Lemonade Milkshake Available at Carnation Cafe in Disneyland Park

August 12, 2019

Main Street Electrical Parade Raspberry Lemonade Milkshake Carnation Cafe

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls!. In celebration of Main Street Electrical Parade returning to Disneyland Park through September 30, a variety of specialty food offerings are available throughout the Park. Last week, we had fun trying some sweet and savory items. And today we’re indulging on the Spicy Chicken Sandwich and Raspberry Lemonade Milkshake … Read more

REVIEW: Limited Time Main Street Electrical Parade Cake at Plaza Inn in Disneyland Park

August 3, 2019

In honor of the Main Street Electrical Parade returning to Disneyland Park, there were a variety of new foods offered to celebrate. Plaza Inn has the “Main Street Electrical Parade” cake which is a colorful vanilla sponge cake with mixed berry marmalade, cream cheese frosting, sprinkles, and a chocolate decoration. “Main Street Electrical Parade” Cake … Read more

PHOTOS: Main Street Electrical Parade Merchandise Lights Up Disneyana & Disney Showcase at Disneyland

August 9, 2019August 2, 2019

Main Street Electrical Parade Disneyland Merchandise 2019

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, WDWNT and Disneyland News Today proudly present our spectacular festival pageant of event-themed merchandise, with a dozen sparkling items, enough for two different shops: The Main Street Electrical Parade merchandise article! But seriously, The Main Street Electrical Parade is back at Disneyland, and in true Disney fashion, there’s plenty … Read more

Disneyland Unveils New Food Options on Main Street U.S.A. to Celebrate the Return of the Main Street Electrical Parade

August 2, 2019

To help celebrate the return of the beloved Main Street Electrical Parade to Disneyland, Disney has rolled out the metaphorical food red carpet. A total of SIXTEEN unique options have been created to help you get in the mood for the return of the parade. These limited-time food offerings will be available through September 30, … Read more

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July 20, 2019

Sure, it’s summer right now, but soon enough, the weather will get cooler and the kids will be heading back to school. But while you gather the school supplies, be sure to treat yourself and show your support for the Worldwide Leader in Disney Parks News with up to 35% off on select items on … Read more

BREAKING: Main Street Electrical Parade Returning to Disneyland For a Limited Time This Summer

June 28, 2019June 28, 2019

After multiple sightings on social media of trucks carrying floats around the Anaheim area, many began to question whether this signaled the triumphant return of the Main Street Electrical Parade to Disneyland. The fan-favorite parade parade “glowed away” for good on August 20, 2017, but it appears it will be coming back for a limited … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland’s Parade History is Showcased in Amazing Murals – Part 2

August 2, 2018

[Editor’s note: This is part two of a guest post by artist and former Disneyland Cast Member Sam Carter. The story and images below showcase the final section of the Disneyland Parade Timeline Mural that Sam painted on the walls of N-19, the backstage Parades building, between 2001-2003. This final section honors the Disneyland Resort’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland’s Parade History is Showcased in Amazing Murals – Part 1

August 1, 2018

[Editor’s note: This is part one of a guest post by artist and former Disneyland Cast Member Sam Carter. The story and images below showcase a mural Sam painted on the walls of N-19, the backstage Parades building, between 2001-2003. WDWNT.com is pleased to bring you this unique look at the history of Disneyland’s parades … Read more

RUMOR: Paint the Night Electrical Parade Packed Up to Leave Disneyland, Where is it Going?

May 19, 2017

According to sources at the Disneyland Resort, the Paint the Night Electrical Parade is all packed up to be shipped off, but where is it going? Paint the Night debuted at the Disneyland Resort in May 2015 as part of the Diamond Celebration and ran through the end of the event in September 2016, only … Read more