DLWeekly Podcast - Disneyland News and Information

This week, Magic Keys are going back on sale, the change to Bayou Country is official, a new shop is open in the new area, a popular parade is returning to DCA, a new treat comes to Downtown Disney, some holiday dining experiences are coming, we finish our talk with DisneylandNurse Scott, and more!

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It is official! Critter Country is now Bayou Country. The amazing, detailed sign was installed and unveiled last week. The sign is carved out of wood, like a few of the other new signs in the area. – https://blogmickey.com/2024/10/disneyland-shows-off-new-bayou-country-signage/

Not much is left unopened in Bayou Country after Ray’s Berets opened this week. The rethemed shop is full of little touches to Ray’s friends and family. There are a set of jars on the wall that are the homes to the fireflies. There are animated windows in the shop as well. As for merchandise, the shop sells much of the same headwear that the previous version of this store sold. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/

A popular parade looks to be returning to Disney California Adventure in the future. Auditions for The Together Forever parade was posted online with character and performer auditions being posted. – https://jobs.disneycareers.com/auditions

A new snack truck has rolled into Downtown Disney. Cathy’s Cookies has arrived serving up fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. They come in a sleeve, bucket, cookie dough, and sundae varieties. You can also get a carton of milk if you like you cookies with milk. Be sure to check their schedule on Instagram to catch them. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/

With the holidays just around the corner, there are some newly announced dining experiences at the resort. Holiday Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Hearthstone Lounge is on select days December 3rd through 24th, Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party Breakfast and Brunch at Storytellers Cafe is November 19th through January 1st, and Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays is November 19th through January 2nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-3-holiday-dining-experiences-coming-to-disneyland-resort-hotels/

Guests staying at one of the Harbor Boulevard hotels on Halloween can take part of trick or treating. There are 14 participating hotels, with the event starting at 3pm and ending at 8pm. Participants need to show their room key. The hotels are located between the Howard Johnson all the way to the Castle Inn and Suites. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/

Disney Visa Cardholders have some new discounts. Cardholders get 30% off select premium rooms for stays Sunday through Thursdays from January 7th to March 20th at Disneyland Resort hotels. Cardholders who are Marvel fans can get 30% off a Marvel Unlimited subscription with the code DRVCMEMBER. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/25/2-new-disney-visa-cardmember-deals-announced/

Teresa’s topiary follow up – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIPAThYIdRM

This week, the Disneyland Railroad is coming back, a new dining location is opening, a higher priced Lightning Lane is coming, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is open to Magic Key holders, we have a preview, a new photo op in Disneyland, we talk to Scott about Nurses Day in the Park, and more!

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Another location is returning on Friday. The Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree will be offering their new menu of barbecue dishes. The updated location is themed to the Country Bears and their travels around great music halls in the United States. – https://www.micechat.com/392141-the-bears-are-back-hungry-bear-restaurant-gets-a-country-bear-makeover/

Starting today, a new Lightning Lane experience will debut at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The Lightning Lane Premiere Pass will allow guests one-time entry to each Lightning Lane experience without the need to book a return time in the Disneyland App, or buy a Lightning Lane Single Pass. This, of course, comes with a downside. The Premiere Pass will cost somewhere between $300-$400, per guest, per day. – https://www.micechat.com/395044-disney-lightning-lane-and-virtual-queue-tips-and-tricks/ https://disneyland.disney.go.com/lightning-lane-passes/lightning-lane-premier/

The first guests experienced Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on Monday. Magic Key holder previews began and we got our first glimpse into what the Disneyland version of the attraction is like. Key holders needed to join a virtual queue to ride, but those that were successful were able to be among the first in the attraction. The Disneyland version is much better paced than the Magic Kingdom version, with a lot of animatronics and almost no slowdown of the story or show scenes. Visit the link in our show notes if you want to see the first ridethrough. – https://www.micechat.com/262305-breaking-news-splash-mountain-to-become-princess-and-the-frog-themed/

We have an explanation for the holidays creeping in on the Halloween festivities at Disneyland. In the last couple of weeks, snow has been appearing on Sleeping Beauty Castle, way before the end of Halloween. We found out why this week. Performances for the upcoming holiday specials were filmed this week, which needed the decorations. John Legend was in the park on Friday to record his segment. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/

There is another fun photo option available for guests back in Star Wars Galaxys Edge. For $39.99, guests get a photo shoot, up to nine poses, in a themed area with special lighting and props to enhance the photos. Two 6×8 prints and four wallet size prints are included. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/

Weeklyteers don’t have to go into the parks to have some Halloween fun. The Disneyland Hotel has a lot of activities for the season to keep people busy. Pumpkin carving and decorating, and musical performances of The Ghoulish Gals are all happening. For the dates and times, visit the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/

Guests watching Fantasmic! have been getting a much different show recently. The Kaa snake in the Jungle Book sequence has been missing for over a week, Maleficent hasn’t been growing in the climactic battle, and much less pyro is being used throughout the show. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/

The LEGO store in Downtown Disney is closed for refurbishment, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t some fun to be had. On Saturday, October 26th and Saturday, November 2nd, the LEGO Store is hosting a make-and-take castle build activity. Participants will build a small LEGO creation that they will be able to keep. The event will happen outside the closed store location. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/

We talked about the renaming of the lounge at the Disneyland Hotel to the Broken Spell Lounge. The Disney Eats Instagram page made the name official with an opening date of October 21st. The lounge will be open daily starting at 4pm. – https://www.instagram.com/p/DBZhnlGJ_WM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Good Boy Grocers – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/good-boy-grocers/menus

This week, ticket prices have increased, Magic Key holders can experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure early, new costumes for Bayou Country, we have an opening date for Louis’ Critter Club, new mobile order locations, a cast member celebrates 62 years, we talk about Paint the Night, and more!

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Magic Key holders have a chance to experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure before the general public. On select days from October 21st to November 12th, Key holders can book a reservation for Disneyland and join a virtual queue at 7am. A second virtual queue will open at 12pm. If you aren’t a Magic Key holder, or can’t make it on those dates, the attraction opens to the general public on November 15th. For exact dates and times, visit the link in the show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/10/exclusive-preview-dates-revealed-for-tianas-bayou-adventure-at-disneyland/

With Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opening to the public in just under a month, some new costumes have debuted. Cast Members in Bayou Country from Custodial, Entertainment, dining, shopping, and attractions will all get new outfits. As with most of the new costumes around the resort, it appears that cast members will get to choose from a selection to make the look their own. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/14/sneak-peek-at-new-disney-cast-member-costumes/

A new shopping location in Bayou Country has an official opening date. Louis’ Critter Club will open on November 13th. Walls are already down around the new location, as well as most of Bayou Country providing a glimpse into the re-themed areas. Colorful new artwork adorns the outside of the attraction building, and the queue across from Winnie the Pooh is themed to a garden where Tiana is harvesting ingredients for her restaurant. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/14/disney-announces-opening-date-for-new-gift-shop/

Weeklyteers who enjoy skipping the line for food at the parks will be excited that TWO locations have added mobile ordering. Dole Whips are on mobile order at The Tropical Hideaway starting today, and Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta will also add mobile ordering. This should cut down on waits at these locations to get your favorite treats. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/12/its-about-to-get-easier-to-get-a-dole-whip-in-disneyland/

A new, vibrant puppet has been added to the existing Coco show in Disney California Adventure. Pepita now takes flight along with the telling of the story. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/

Yet another themed water filling station has come to the resort. This time, it is across from the exit to Big Thunder Mountain and themed to a tree stump. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/

Weeklyteers who are want to get their Autopia drivers license have new booths to facilitate this! Three new booths are at the exit to Autopia and look futuristic. The booths take a photo and give guests a drivers license from the attraction. Another long overdue update has come to Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters. Can you guess what it is? The camera that takes the on-ride photo has been updated to newer tech from the old 90s webcam look previously. All we can say is: finally! – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/

The Magic Key portal in the Disneyland app has been updated. The updated look features easier access to special offers, benefits, and a discount location map. For folks wanting to get a Magic Key, but have been unable to, MiceChat reports that they could go back on sale before the end of the year. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/

Some new merchandise booths have appeared in Downtown Disney. Kawaii Slime Company allows guests to create custom slime using fun add-ons. Havilah & Co. offers a wide variety of scented candles, with 50% of the profits going to charity. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/

A cast member of 62 years was celebrated recently at Disneyland. Hank Ameen started working at Disneyland as a Jungle Cruise Skipper in 1958. Hank then became a Disneyland Resort firefighter, monitoring pyrotechnic safety for fireworks. As of October 8, he is the longest standing employee of The Walt Disney Company. For those wondering, he is 92 and when asked about retirement, he said “As long as I can smile and laugh, I’m going to be here.” – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/meet-hank-todays-longest-standing-disney-cast-member/

Trader Sam’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a Madame Leota Mug. The mug will be available for order through the Disneyland app on October 25th. The artist behind the design, Tank Standing Buffalo, will be signing the mug. The queue for signing will be open from 5:45pm-6:45pm and 8:15pm to 9:15pm. Also available will be a limited amount of fourth edition Hatbox Ghost and the Ursula Cauldron Mug. – https://www.instagram.com/disneyeats/?fbclid=IwY2xjawF7o45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYE8LKyzTbLqldetXEDVy6_DDkiY6q1HGOFcO37uVm4xNpYWcim6DQTKmg_aem_JkFobUWAh93yWkLJ8SxKTw

Edelweiss Snacks – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/edelweiss-snacks/menus

Troubadour Tavern – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/troubadour-tavern/menus

This week, Critter Country is no more, a new kids ticket offer for 2025, Coco and Avatar changes, The Jungle Cruise is back, a Disneyland Hotel lounge has a new name, we finish our conversation with Tonya and Amber, and more!

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Weeklyteers who will be traveling to Disneyland with kids in early 2025 should take advantage of a new ticket offer. Children ages 3 through 9 can get a ticket for as low as $50 for a one day, one park ticket for visits from January 7th through March 20th. This deal goes on sale October 22nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/50-kids-disneyland-ticket-savings-on-hotel-stays/

Some good news for those of you who didn’t want Avatar in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot area. Micechat reports that locations for the new Coco and Avatar projects have been in flux. After studying the crowd flow on Pixar Pier, there may not be enough room for an extended queue where the planned Coco attraction would be located. It was suggested to move the Coco attraction to Hollywood Land, which would allow for Monsters, Inc. to be saved as Coco would move into the Hollywood and Dine location. This leaves the Avatar project without a home for now. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/

The Jungle Cruise has returned from it’s two week refurbishment. We had hoped that the tiger’s stone surroundings would have returned, but they have not. However, both African bull elephants are back, the piranhas are functional again, and overall looks in good shape. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/

The lounge in the Disneyland Hotel’s Fantasyland Tower has a new name! The Broken Spell Lounge is located next to Goofy’s Kitchen and has a darker vibe, with forest accents and dark colors. Disney did not announce the name change, or put up a new sign, but they did update the navigational signage around the hotel. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/01/did-disney-just-quietly-change-a-restaurant-name/

While you are stopping into the Market House on Main Street for a morning beverage, be sure to pick up the newest sweet creation. The S’mores Cake Donut has arrived and is made of a graham cracker cake donut, chocolate ganache, and topped with a toasted marshmallow. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/

A new Disney Parks cookbook has gone on sale, and to celebrate, Disney has posted the recipe for the Celebration Chocolate Fudge Brownies. These brownies were available at the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This recipe has just a few ingredients and looks fun for the whole family to create and eat! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-celebration-chocolate-fudge-brownie-recipe/

For the select few who will be taking a VIP tour, there are some new exclusive items. A new line of VIP tour merchandise featuring the iconic plaid design is available to guests taking a VIP tour. The new items can only be purchased the day of the tour and are limited to one of each item per guest. There is a spirit jersey, pin and keychain set, lanyard, ornament, Loungefly mini backpack, and, of course, an ear headband. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/

When the holidays arrive at the resort, a popular tradition will return to Downtown Disney. The Holiday Gingerbread Workshop has guests of all ages build and decorate a gingerbread house at the Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio. The event is $35 per person and includes unlimited hot chocolate, one assorted mini dessert plate, and a digital photo with Santa. The gingerbread house is an additional $56 per house, with one house per group required, which includes a bag of assorted candies and icing for decorating, plus a limited edition 2024 Jazz Kitchen ornament. The event takes place on December 8th, 14th, and 15th from 12 to 2pm. Tickets go on sale November 6th at 11am Disneyland time. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/

This week, more theming arrives in Bayou Country, World of Color could have had drones, World of Color returns soon, holiday merchandise has arrived, a new scavenger hunt is available, we talk to former Cast Member Tonya, and more!

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Recently in the Orange County Register, there was talk of how Disneyland almost used drones in World of Color when it premiered back in 2010. One of the reasons that this didn’t come to be was governmental regulations on use of drones in nighttime spectaculars. Regulations have decreased since then, which has resulted in drone shows at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. Maybe drones will be in Disneyland’s future as well. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/25/confirmed-disney-almost-used-drones-in-world-of-color/

The fountains at World of Color have been getting some TLC to keep the show in tip-top shape. According to the World of Color dining package calendar, it appears that the show will be returning on October 25th. – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/

We are still a month away from Halloween, but that hasn’t stopped the holiday merchandise from arriving at the resort. Among the options are Mickey and Minnie couple shirts, a couple Haunted Mansion themed shirts, and more! – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/

The Disneyland Magic Key Instagram account posted a fun new scavenger hunt around the resort. The Floral scavenger hunt features different plants around Disneyland with the name of the plant and a picture to help you find them. This is a great way to enjoy the hard work and beauty of the horticulture team at the resort. – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DARFVnQPN_y/

We previously talked about the Scary Teddy popcorn bucket that debuted out in Walt Disney World last month. Disneyland is getting the bucket on October 3rd. Along with Scary Teddy is a Madame Leota straw clip! – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/

A new treat has come to Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar. The Nightmare Grog is a Dole Whip Mango Pineapple, with a hint of Gorilla Grog, served in a Nightmare Before Christmas souvenir cup. The cup features Jack and Zero decked out for the holidays, with “Trader Sam’s” printed on the side. – https://www.instagram.com/p/DAjV-_ToCBo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Disney Visa Cardholders have a new discount they can use! Cardholders can save up to 25% off select rooms at a Disneyland Resort hotel on stays from October 20th through December 19th on Sunday through Thursdays. The Pixar Place hotel is not part of the offer. Trips must be booked by December 9th and travel must be completed by December 20th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/25/theres-a-new-disney-visa-cardmember-hotel-discount-out-now/

This is more of a possibility than a for sure thing, but every October, Disneyland has raised ticket prices. If you are thinking of a visit in the next few months, we recommend getting your tickets now. Our friends over at ConciEARS can help secure those for you before the prices go up.

This week, Hispanic and Latin American Heritage month arrives, more details at Tiana’s, Agatha Harkness comes to the resort, pumpkin painting and carving coming to Pixar Place, we talk about 7 years of DLWeekly, and more!

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With the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure just around the corner, there are more details popping up. The Lightning Lane wait time signage has been installed, the Main Entrance sign was hung on the old barn entrance, and a celebration banner has been installed in the attraction, by the second lift hill. Cast member previews are rumored to begin on October 22nd, with the attraction opening to the public on November 15th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/21/huge-changes-debut-at-disneylands-new-tianas-bayou-adventure-ride/#more-974343 https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/

Many Weeklyteers will be carving pumpkins for the Halloween season, but guests to the Pixar Place Hotel can watch as award winning pumpkin carver and painter Joseph Yakovetic paints pumpkins. Next month, he will carve pumpkins at the hotel. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/

Agatha Harkness, from Wandavision and the new Disney+ series Agatha All Along has a line of merchandise that has hit the parks. The items are themed to the Three Godesses, which are mentioned in the show. There are Minnie Ears, Tumbler, and Tees. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/

The Little Man of Disneyland – Patrick Begorra has decorated for the Halloween season. A tiny pumpkin has appeared outside of the entrance to his tiny home in Adventureland. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/

Guests trying to book Lightning Lanes, use Mobile Checkout, Mobile Ordering, or shop on DisneyStore.com Monday were unable to. Disney’s payment processing was unavailable until 9:54am when the systems came back online. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/09/disney-experiencing-company-wide-payment-issues/

Golden Horseshoe – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/golden-horseshoe-restaurant/menus

This week, a special night celebrating a Disney Legend, a new Disney Visa Cardmember perk, Downtown Disney getting into the Halloween spirit, an out of this world experience for Make-a-Wish families, a new dining package in Batuu, a Magic Keyholder sweet treat that is a steal, we talk about the history of the Monorail, and more!, and more!

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Disney Visa Cardmembers have a new perk at Disney California Adventure. In Hollywood Land, near stage 17 from 3pm to 6pm daily, cardholders will be able to experience a “heroic” exclusive meet and greet. You will need to show your Disney Visa card to a cast member to gain access. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/15/new-perk-announced-for-disney-visa-cardmembers/

The Downtown Disney LIVE! stage is getting into the Halloween spirit. A capella groups will be performing at the stage Friday through Sunday evenings now through October 31st. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/

Last week, Disney hosted 19 children and their families as part of the Make-a-Wish “Blaze Your Path: A Star Wars Adventure” event. Children and their families were able to experience their own Star Wars adventure that ended with a show stopping experience. The finale was an entire story and adventure of the Resistance fighting the First Order. Rey, Vi Moradi, Chewbacca, Kylo Ren, and more were part of the show. The show included combat, lightsabers, and pyrotechnics. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/12/something-special-happened-in-disneys-star-wars-galaxys-edge-last-night/ and https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/

Visitors to Batuu can now purchase a dining package to experience the Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks spectacular. Starting in November, Docking Bay 7 will offer a space-themed food and beverages. Included in the dining package will be a reserved spot to view the fireworks. Dates and pricing have not been announced. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/13/disney-just-announced-a-new-fireworks-dining-package/

Some additional accessories have debuted for the create your own headbands in the parks. Characters from Inside Out 2 can now be added to your collection. Joy, Sadness, and Anxiety are available at the Mad Hatter in Disneyland, or at Bing Bong’s at DCA. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/

Magic Key holders have an exclusive dessert that sounds crazy good! The Three Ice Cream Floats Sampler is available at the Golden Horseshoe for $8.99. The three floats include a root beer float, a Coke float with grenadine and maraschino cherries, and a Sprite float with grenadine and maraschino cherries. The portion size is plenty to share with a friend or two. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/09/this-10-disneyland-snack-may-be-the-best-deal-weve-seen-this-year/

There is a lot of construction happening around the parks at the moment. Here is an update on some of the changes. The #saveteresastrees in the esplanade have been moved back about 20 feet for better guest flow at the turnstyles. The Disneyland Railroad is continuing to get it’s track replaced, and the Main Street Station is behind scrim and scaffold to get work done. At the Haunted Mansion, new queue elements are going up, the carriage house has taken shape, and new decorative elements, including the attraction sign have appeared at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/

When we were in the parks in August, we noticed a refreshed water fountain near the Alice restrooms in Fantasyland. The fountain has not been adorned with an Alice bust and drink me bottle on top, and golden crowns at the top and around the bottom of the fountains. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/

Docking Bay 7 – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/docking-bay-7-food-and-cargo/

https://www.asme.org/wwwasmeorg/media/resourcefiles/aboutasme/who%20we%20are/engineering%20history/landmarks/115-disneyland-monorail-system-1959.pdf

https://www.yesterland.com/monorail.html

This week, Space Mountain is back with some changes, high temps make for pleasant crowd levels, a new security entrance, some trees are back, we finish our chat with Disney Author Jen Calonita, and more!

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If you could brave the heat this week, Disneyland was very pleasant. The above 100 degree temperatures kept a lot of guests away, which meant low crowds all around the resort. Clear walkways, and low wait times for attractions were good, but some attractions were down most of the day. Grizzly River Run was one of the top attractions at a wait time of only 10 to 40 minutes! – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/

Over the scorching temperatures this weekend, the runDisney Half Marathon Weekend took place. The event was sold out, with events ranging from Disneyland Yoga at Sleeping Beauty Castle, to the kids races, to the main events of the 5K, 10K, and half marathon. The Thrills and Chills Challenge was for runners who completed the 10K and the Half Marathon. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/

Guests of the Disneyland Hotel have a new security entrance into Downtown Disney. At the location of the previous security entrance, a new canopy and screening area has been constructed. This area is not as themed as the mid-century modern checkpoint that opened a few months ago by Din Tai Fung, so it could be temporary until Disney decides what to do with this area and Disneyland Forward. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/

In some #saveteresastrees news, some trees have been replanted! At the main entrance where they have been doing a lot of ground work, the trees that had been there were removed. As of this week, the trees are back and providing shade for guests. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/

Some Halloween novelties have appeared around the resort. Returning this year is the Carthay Circle Spooky Tree Flight, which includes the themed tree and three poison apple cups. Coming soon are the Vampire Stitch popcorn bucket, a Halloween Alien sipper with pop out wings, and a popcorn bucket modeled after Scary Teddy from “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/

The Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace has an updated offering for their lounge and fireworks viewing. The previous hot packaged meal has been replaced with a cold charcuterie-style sandwich, waldorf salad, cheese and crackers, seasonal fruit, seasonal desserts and chocolate, and continues to offer unlimited soft drinks, bottled water, coffee, hot tea, or hot chocolate, and a specialty themed non-alcoholic beverage. The package is $89 per person. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/

A video on YouTube displays a LEGO recreation of Pirates of the Caribbean, including real water! The creation is a mix between the Disneyland and Walt Disney World versions of the attraction. – LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean Ride with Real Water! (youtube.com)

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This week, new locations announced for Downtown Disney, a Halloween tradition expands around the resort, Coco loses some musicians, The Evil Queen has moved in, new characters have arrived in Frontierland, we talk with Disney Author Jen Calonita, and more!

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A Halloween tradition is expanding this year. “Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit,” which was in Downtown Disney previously, has now expanded into Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. For $9.99, guests get a game board to hunt for pumpkins painted as different characters scattered around the resort. Return with the completed card and get a small Halloween sipper cup. If you would like a pin set of the cups, those can be purchased for $39.99. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/

The reimagined Coco show in Disney California Adventure premiered last week, with some changes. The show has removed the live musicians, but kept the live singers. It is still a great show, but without the Mariachi Diva’s providing live music. Another change has come to the schedule of the Viva Navidad street party. The show will be offered on select days only, not the daily performances as in previous years. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/

The Evil Queen has moved into the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Dressed as the Old Hag, she is creating the poisoned apple from a large cauldron made completely out of food! She is also surrounded by spooky trees and a basket of apples. As usual, there are hidden Mickeys to be found – 13 in all. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/

Two new characters from Encanto have arrived at Disneyland. Luisa and Isabela, the strong and floral sisters of Mirabel will be meeting and greeting in the El Zocalo Park near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. They will only be here for a limited time, so if you are interested in meeting them, act fast! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/01/disney-announces-2-new-characters-are-coming-soon/

A large area of the west side of Disneyland has reopened. Critter Country, soon to be Bayou Country has reopened along with The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The area has been repaved with themed walkway, updated lighting, and an extended section of exterior queue for Winnie the Pooh. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/

November 15th is a busy day this year! Not only is it the day that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens, but it is the start of the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. New this year is Santa Claus is meeting and greeting at the Fantasyland Theatre, new outfits for Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Clarabel, and Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail in Downtown Disney. Beginning November 19th, “Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays!” premieres at the Disneyland Hotel, and “Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party” at Storytellers Cafe. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2024-holiday-season-arrives-at-disneyland-resort-november-15/

A couple of updates from around the parks – the Jungle Cruise will undergo a $600,000 refurbishment to fix the tiger scene in the attraction that has been covered for a while now. The refurbishment could also address some other areas of the attraction that need work. There is also a lot of work going on around the Cozy Cones in Cars Land. There is no seating in the area while this work is being done. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/

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This week, new villains have arrived at Oogie Boogie Bash, the story behind the gingerbread house in the Haunted Mansion, some holiday Magic Key perks, some atmosphere might go away forever, we talk about our Disneyland park days at D23, and more!

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We finally have official confirmation of the new villains at this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash. Dr. Doofenshmirtz from Phineas and Ferb is meeting and greeting in the Disney Jr. theater, and Hades, replacing Cruella in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot. Dr. Doofenshmirtz has received mixed-to-negative reviews on the look of the face character’s execution. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_otONSuoDo

Every holiday season, the culinary team at Disneyland brings us the Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House. The Disney Parks Blog posted a behind-the-scenes look at what it took this year to bring the gingerbread house to life, and how the design came about. Head on over to the link in our show notes to see all the details. - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-the-making-of-the-haunted-mansion-holiday-gingerbread-house/

Downtown Disney has some new and relocated decor for the season. Some of the decor from the Mickey and Friends Tram route have come to Downtown Disney. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/

Magic Key holders have a lot of perks at the moment for the holidays. A new exclusive trading card will be released each week from August 26th through September 19th on Monday through Thursday. A Magic Shot featuring Yzma from The Emperor’s New Groove is by the Matterhorn August 19th through September 14th. Finally, a combo photo op, candy, and commemorative patch featuring Hades is under Silly Symphony Swings during Oogie Boogie Bash. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ https://mouseinfo.com/2024/08/magic-key-perk-all-2024-halloween-time-freebies-purchase-opps-more/#google_vignette

Construction will soon begin on the expanded Avengers Campus early next year, so some clearing needs to happen backstage. Unfortunately, one of the (hopefully) temporary casualties of this is the Red Car Trolly. The maintenance barn for the trolly is where the new Avengers Infinity Defense attraction will be constructed, so it needs to be taken down. No word on if the Red Car Trolly will return. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/

A missing treat has returned to Disney California Adventure! The Choco Smash Bar was taken off the Pym Test Kitchen menu last year, replaced by the cake version. The candy bar version is back, joining the cake version as an option. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/08/25/a-missing-disney-snack-is-back/

Magic Happens had it’s last performance recently, and in it’s place is a new offering. The Halloween Cavalcade is a short production with a couple of Main Street vehicles and a float with characters in their Halloween costumes. There are also quite a few walking characters as well. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/

Some quick construction updates from around the resort. The Haunted Mansion extended queue is starting to take shape with the main walls of the new section looking pretty far along in construction. The gift shop at the end of the attraction has begun vertical construction. The transformation into Bayou Country from Critter Country is progressing nicely, along with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which is testing off and on. Finally, the Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree has a new sign and the refurbishment of the dining area looks to be wrapping up. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ https://youtu.be/0jYcPQlCRK0?si=lXt0TI9uAK1ixMzj https://www.micechat.com/383350-disneyland-update-rainy-days-reveals-and-reinventions/

Hungry Bear BBQ Jamboree - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-hungry-bear-barbecue-jamboree-foodie-guide/

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