WDWNT Daily Recap (7/1/21): Fireworks Return to Walt Disney World, Steakhouse 55 Permanently Closed at The Disneyland Hotel, New Pixar’s “Coco” Scene Coming to Mickey’s PhilharMagic, Space 220 Restaurant Rumored to Open October 1 at EPCOT, and More

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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 Thursday, July 1, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Matterhorn Bobsleds Has Soft-Opened at Disneyland Park

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Ahead of a full reopening tomorrow, Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland Park is holding a soft reopening today. The soft reopening is a test to ensure the attraction and its procedures are operating smoothly. The attraction has remained closed since the park’s closure in March 2020. The Disneyland Resort is currently hiring part-time Attraction Cast Members, suggesting that even … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (5/21/21): Vehicle Hits Monorail Track, Disneyland to End Temperature Screenings, Relaxation Stations Removed from Disney World, Theme Park Hours Updated, and More

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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 Friday, May 21, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Reopening Date Scheduled for Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland

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While July 4th weekend might be in the heat of the summer, it’s going to be a cool time at Disneyland. According to the resort’s Daily Events Schedule, Matterhorn Bobsleds is set to finally reopen to guests on Friday, July 2nd. The attraction has remained closed since the park closure in March 2020, and even … 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

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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

The Abominable Snowman Arrives at the Matterhorn Bobsleds in this February 1978 Edition of “The Disneyland Line”

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With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! It’s February 1978, and the Matterhorn Bobsleds are getting an intimidating resident in this issue of “The Disneyland Line,” a newsletter for park Cast Members! Note: This article … Read more

Disney Legend Bob Gurr Talks About Shooting Hoops In The Matterhorn, The Imagineering Story, and The Biggest Misconception About Walt Disney in Latest D23 Podcast

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A legendary Imagineer known for being “a man on the move” has stopped by D23 to appear on the latest episode of their podcast, “Inside Disney.” Disney Legend Bob Gurr appears in the newest episode to discuss the Disney+ Original Series “The Imagineering Story.”, including his appearance playing basketball inside Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds. Named a … Read more

Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ Movie Playlist: Part 5 – Disneyland

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With Disney Parks around the world closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we’re taking a look at the offerings on Disney+ that reminds us of the parks we love. Today, we’re traveling through the park that started it all: Disneyland! Naturally, each of these parks is covered in the Disney+ Original Series “The Imagineering … Read more

PHOTOS: New Adorable Abominable Snowman Loungefly Backpack Roars into Disneyland

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The terror of the Matterhorn has been given a cute makeover with a new backpack! Yes, the Matterhorn Bobsleds’ own Abominable Snowman (known as “Harold” to some fans) has been given the Loungefly backpack treatment, now on sale to guests at Disneyland. Of course, with the growing merchandise trend, this creature looks more friendly than … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park 1/10/20 (Roaming R2-D2 in Galaxy’s Edge, Mark Twain River Boat Refurbishment, and Alebrijes)

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We are back to Disneyland Park today! With the holidays ending and Rise of the Resistance opening in a little bit over a week, come look at the changes occurring inside Disneyland, including a roaming R2-D2 droid active in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Esplanade We arrived at Disneyland resort around 11:00 am today, and there … Read more

PHOTOS: Disneyland Park 12/12/19 (Holiday Crowds, Tomorrowland Construction, Monorail Breakdowns, and More)

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To all who come to this happy place, welcome! Join us in taking a look at all the happenings at Disneyland Park! Esplanade Today in the Esplanade, we saw some people playing with their new droids. Hey there, little guy! Disneyland Entrance When we entered the park today, the first thing we noticed was the … Read more

Matterhorn Bobsleds Returns to Full Operation After Months of Track Closures at Disneyland

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After months of operating with just one side of the mountain open, Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland Park has returned to full operation. As of writing, both sides of the mountain are operational, meaning you can again view Fantasyland or Tomorrowland as you slide down the slopes. The reason for the closure was due to a … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Park 11/10/19 (Christmas Decorations, Construction in Tomorrowland, Matterhorn Adjusted Hours, Galaxy’s Edge Activities, ETC.)

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Hey there, hi there, ho there! During this trip to Disneyland Park, we saw two Holidays collide as Halloween has come to an end, and Christmas has just begun. Join us in looking at the latest construction, Christmas decorations, waits, and more! Disneyland Entrance At the entrance to Disneyland, you can now see glistening snowflakes … Read more

PHOTOS: Matterhorn Bobsled and Abominable Snowman Funko Pop Vinyl Roars Into Walt Disney World

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The latest Disney attraction to get the Funko Pop treatment can now be found at Disney Springs. The Matterhorn Bobsled and Abominable Snowman Funko figurine has arrived at the Disney’s Pin Traders store. The box packaging features an infographic on the side detailing the history of Disneyland’s  Matterhorn Bobsleds. The figurine features the Abominable Snowman … Read more

Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds Closed on Weekdays for Refurbishment Until November

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Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds will be closed for a short refurbishment on weekdays until November. The Matterhorn Bobsleds will fully reopen from the refurbishment on Saturday, November 2. According to Disneyland’s website “Please Pardon Our Pixie Dust: Matterhorn Bobsleds will be closed for refurbishment from October 21 to 25 and October 28 to November 1, 2019”. On … Read more

PHOTOS: Funko to Release Exclusive Mickey Mouse Matterhorn Bobsleds POP! Ride Vinyl at New York Comic Con

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Guten tag, Big Apple! Funko is bringing a bit of Disneyland to New York Comic Con this year. As part of their convention exclusives for this year, Funko will be selling an exclusive Mickey Mouse Matterhorn Bobsleds POP! Ride Vinyl. The figurine features Mickey, dressed in Alpine gear, in one of the ride’s famed bobsleds … Read more