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March 29, 2023 DLW 279: Disney Magic with Vern and Teresa
This week, Toontown is having some growing pains, something new is coming to Avengers Campus, more places to sit around the parks, a new Disneyland tour, Hyperspace Mountain is coming back, we talk to Vern and Teresa about their Disney Cruise, and more!
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News
With the opening of Toontown, there has been some growing pains that Disney is grappling with. The biggest issue is just all the guests who want to be in the new land and experience all of the changes. It is still a rather small area, so even a modest amount of guests can make the area feel overcrowded. Stroller parking is also an issue, with cast members constantly trying to rearrange them to provide more space. In CenTOONial Park, there is also a lot of wear an tear on the new structures. - https://www.micechat.com/351579-disneyland-news-avengers-campus-construction-splash-mountain-retheme-toontown/
Magic Keyholders can pick up a great piece of artwork celebrating the reopening of Toontown. The artwork can be picked up on the Big Thunder Trail, just behind Big Thunder, and features Toontown with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto and more enjoying the newly renovated land. Mickey and Minnie are having a picnic while other characters play and enjoy the surrounding area. - https://www.micechat.com/351579-disneyland-news-avengers-campus-construction-splash-mountain-retheme-toontown/
There is something new coming to Avengers Campus soon! Unfortunately, it is not the E-Ticket attraction we would like. A new gift shop is coming the part of the Avengers Headquarters building. Disney hasn't shared any details, but we will keep you updated as we hear anything. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/27/new-store-announced-for-disneyland-resort/
A very welcome change is bringing back some more resting places around Disneyland. More benches and tables have been shoowing up around the parks to allow for guests to have more places to sit and take in the atmosphere. When MiceChat spoke with park executives at the openeing of ToonTown, they said more was on the way, but there were still some delays due to supply chain issues. - https://www.micechat.com/351579-disneyland-news-avengers-campus-construction-splash-mountain-retheme-toontown/
With all of the promotions for Star Wars and the month of Star Wars in May, Hyperspace Mountain is returning. From May 1st through June 4th, guests can experience this version of the popular attraction. - https://www.micechat.com/351579-disneyland-news-avengers-campus-construction-splash-mountain-retheme-toontown/
Weeklyteers who are fans of the tours available at Disneyland will be excited to hear of a new tour that is starting on April 7th. Celebrating Disney100 at the Disneyland Resort will provide the opportunity for guests to talk to an animator, take part in a drawing experience, special photos in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, and get to see Magic Happens from a special viewing spot. Reservations are open online at the link in our show notes. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/23/a-new-disney-100th-anniversary-tour-is-coming-soon/
Trader Sams is offering a new alcoholic beverage flight. Trader Sam's Rum Flights come in three options. A intro to rum tasting flight with Real McCoy 3 Year, El Dorado 8, and Plantation Original Dark, the Premium Rum flight with Zaya Gran Reserva, Plantation Pineapple, and Neisson Blanc Agricole Rum. Finally, a Master Class flight with Diplomatico Reserva, Mount Gay XO, and Zabala 23. Each flight is $85 and includes three muglets and a surfboard tray. - https://www.micechat.com/350028-disneyland-trader-sams-enchanted-tiki-news-mixology-rum-flights-hippopotomai-tai/
With the continued closure of the French Market and Mint Julep bar, there has been a lack of places to get a Mickey Beignet. Hungry Bear Restaurant is now offering this delicious treat for guests to purchase. A three pack is $4.99, the same price as at the Royal Street Veranda, the other location to get this treat! - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/23/we-interrupt-your-scrolling-for-an-important-disney-mickey-beignet-update/
One of the most iconic Imagineers is getting their own Funko POP! Bob Gurr, who was instrumental in the creation of the Autopia, Matterhorn, Monorail and so many more Disneyland attractions is being immortalized in plastic as a Funko POP! No release date at this time, but we will keep you updated. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/bob-gurr-funko-pop-figure-revealed-at-wondercon-coming-soon/
Over in Disney California Adventure, Silly Symphony Swings is down for refurbishment. When we say down, we mean it! The entire structure of the attraction has been disassembled for refurbishment. No word on when this attraction will return. - https://www.micechat.com/351579-disneyland-news-avengers-campus-construction-splash-mountain-retheme-toontown/
In a bit of sad news, the Walt Disney Company is starting layoffs of 7,000 employees. The layoffs will happen in batches from now until the beginning of summer, with the first set to happen this week, a second set in April, and the last sometime after that. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/disney-ceo-bob-iger-confirms-start-of-layoffs-this-week-more-to-come/ - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/breaking-hulu-and-freeform-senior-executives-among-the-first-facing-disney-layoffs-this-week/
Discussion Topic
Vern and Teresa talk in-depth of their recent trip on a Disney cruise.

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1 hr 28 min
March 22, 2023DLW 278: Coast vs Coast with Erik
This week, Mickey's Toontown has reopened, we have all the new details, Indiana Jones has returned with a few surprises, Star Wars takes over May, new spa experiences, Easter treats, we talk about Disney as an adult and comparing coasts, and more!
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News
After being closed for a year, Mickey's Toontown has reopened at Disneyland. The refreshed land greeted guests as a soft opening on Saturday after a media event, and then officially opened on Sunday. The newly reopened section has some of the same features that guests really liked in the already opened section for Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway. There is a lot of grass, a new fountain for younger guests to play in, the dreaming tree, Goofy's How to Play yard which is fun for all ages, and more! - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/03/mickeys-toontown-reopens-today-in-disneyland-park/ - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/photos-video-full-daytime-tour-of-reimagined-mickeys-toontown-in-disneyland-park/
The atmosphere is great, but what about the new FOOD in Toontown? The Disney Food Blog ordered and tried everything in the new land and had some mixed results. For drinks, they liked the Picnic Time Watermelon Lemonade, with the Granny Goof’s Garden Sweet Tea was their least favorite. For actual food, their favorite was the Spring Garden Wrap, with their least favorite being Daisy’s Dressed-Up Dog. Overall, a good offering of food for younger guests. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/19/review-mickey-pizza-and-mini-donuts-disneys-newest-dining-spot-has-our-attention/
A new popcorn bucket has arrived at the El CapiTOON theater in Toontown. For $23, guests can pick this up at a Toontown popcorn cart. It is red and off-white with Hot! Fresh? Popcorn Yummy! written on the side. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/new-yummy-el-capitoon-theater-popcorn-bucket-arrives-in-reimagined-mickeys-toontown-at-disneyland/
An unexpected character is meeting and greeting guests in the newly reopened Toontown - Pete! Pete has been around in Disney animated cartoons since before Steamboat Willie, where he starred alongside Mickey Mouse himself as the captain of the steamboat that Mickey was working on. This is the first time Pete has been a meet and greet character in Toontown. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/photos-video-pete-appears-for-first-character-meet-and-greet-in-reimagined-mickeys-toontown/
One of our favorite attractions has returned from refurbishment! The Indiana Jones Adventure reopened last week with some much needed repairs and a couple of new surprises! First, the snake is back in operation, the projections used throughout are more vivid and sharp, and the boulder at the end is working again! In addition to this, there are a couple of updated scenes and effects before and where the old rat room scene was before the dart room near the end. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/breaking-imagineers-add-new-scenes-to-indiana-jones-adventure-at-disneyland/ - https://www.ocregister.com/2023/03/16/disneyland-cleans-every-skull-mummy-and-snake-in-indiana-jones-adventure-refurbishment/
Mickey's Philharmagic has reopened in Disney California Adventure with some updates from its recent refurbishment. New upholstery was installed on the seats in the auditorium, and the carpet was replaced. There is also a new air conditioning system in the per-show room. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/mickeys-philharmagic-reopens-with-new-seating-hvac-at-disney-california-adventure/
San Fransokyo is just around the corner as the bridge leading to the area has reopened ahead of its transformation into the San Fransokyo bridge being complete. The existing structure has been painted "international orange" just like the Golden Gate Bridge in real life. The only thing remaining to be added is the towers and cabling to turn it into more of the suspension bridge look and feel from Big Hero 6. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/pacific-wharf-bridge-reopens-as-san-fransokyo-gate-transformation-continues-at-disney-california-adventure/
We had been worried that Star Wars Nite would not happen this year, which as we reported previously, is happening this year. Well, Disney did one better and is declaring May Star Wars month! The month kicks off with the return of Hyperspace Mountain, and Disneyland After Dark nights. Food and merchandise offerings will also be on hand for the celebration. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/disneyland-resort-to-celebrate-star-wars-month-this-may/
Weeklyteers who love a good day at the spa will be happy to hear that the Tenaya Stone Spa has expanded its offerings. New offerings include Sunrise Yoga at Disneyland, Yoga in Disney California Adventure, and more options. For a complete list, visit the link in our show notes. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/03/unwind-with-new-sunrise-yoga-and-spa-treatments-at-disneyland-resort/
Disney released a new video containing new concept art of the Villas at Disneyland Hotel. The video shows artist renderings and some rooms with families moving about to show off the design of the rooms and amenities. Overall, it looks pretty good! - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/photos-video-new-renderings-released-for-the-villas-at-disneyland-hotel
Easter is just around the corner and Disneyland has released their full list of Easter treats for the celebration. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/full-list-of-2023-easter-treats-at-disneyland-resort/ - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/03/celebrate-spring-with-egg-cellent-disney-merchandise-and-offerings/ - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/03/disney-eats-foodie-guide-easter-2023-disney-parks/
A Disney Parks super fan has completed a lofty goal. He has visited all 12 Disney theme parks around the world and rode every attraction at each in 12 days. Nathan Firesheets rode 216 rides at the 12 parks that were open when he was at each park. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/disney-park-globetrotter-successfully-rides-every-disney-ride-worldwide-in-twelve-consecutive-days/
Discussion Topic
Erik, the co-host of The Supreme Resort and The Hub Crawl
https://www.thehubcrawl.com/
https://earzup-podcast.com/the-supreme-resort/
https://earzup-podcast.com/earz-up-2/

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1 hr 52 min
March 15, 2023DLW 277: More with Don Morin
This week, Bob Iger talks about the parks, spring break is hitting the parks, but weather is tempering the crowds, fireworks are back nightly, Imagineering shows off some cool tech, we finish our talk with Don from the PNW Mouse Meet, and more!
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Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount.
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News:
Bob Iger talked about the company and the parks during a question and answer session at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference. He emphasized that reducing crowds in the parks was important to improving the guest experience. It sounds like part of the process to help with that would be to add new capacity and attractions to serve more guests. – https://www.micechat.com/350274-disneyland-update-the-one-two-punch/ and https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/ceo-bob-iger-talks-disney-parks-guest-experience-rethinking-pricing-strategies-and-opportunities-to-add-more-attractions/
Spring Break season has descended upon the resort. This year, it has been very interesting to see the crowds because of the on again, off again weather changes. On the nice weather days, the parks feel like they are back to the pre-pandemic levels, then just a day later with rain, the parks seem deserted. Waits on the rainy days were mostly under 30 minutes – https://www.micechat.com/350274-disneyland-update-the-one-two-punch/
Nightly fireworks have returned to the resort for the higher crowds and spring break. Usually, the fireworks are only part of the show from Friday through Sunday. Now, they are performed every night, which is a wonderful way to see Wondrous Journeys. – https://www.micechat.com/350274-disneyland-update-the-one-two-punch/
Walt Disney Imagineering were at it again showing off some of the new technology that they have been working on at a Disney Parks presentation at South by Southwest. Some of the eye-catching things included a “life size” Tinker Bell. In addition, they demoed a small dynamic robot that could bring Judy Hopps to life, along with showing off the Hulk character that was in Avengers Campus in September. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/new-look-at-life-size-tinker-bell-for-disney-parks-meet-and-greet-may-still-debut/ and https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/video-disney-parks-shares-closer-look-at-life-size-tiny-tinker-bell-technology/
The rest of Toontown opens this weekend, but another smaller part of the land has opened. EngineEar Souvenirs has opened as the attached gift shop to Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. The new shop is very themed to trains, including a train that travels around the store above guest’s heads. The shop carries a lot of Toontown and Runaway Railway attraction merchandise. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/10/disney-opened-a-new-store-today-come-check-it-out/ and https://www.micechat.com/349905-disneyland-toontown-merchandise-engineear-souvenirs/
St. Patrick’s Day is this Friday and of course, Disneyland has some treats to help celebrate! Guests can pick up some shamrock-shaped rice crispy treats, green stuff at Red Rose Tavern, a cupcake and donut at Craftsman Grill at the Grand Californian Hotel, and a cocktail at the Hearthstone Lounge though March 19th. Downtown Disney also has an assortment of options for the holiday. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/full-list-of-st-patricks-day-2023-food-beverages-coming-to-disneyland-resort/ and https://www.micechat.com/350274-disneyland-update-the-one-two-punch/
Sunday, April 9th is Easter and that can mean only one thing: Handmade Chocolate Fudge Easter Eggs are back! Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday until Easter, guests can pick up an egg for $12.99 at the Candy Palace. If you don’t want that much sugar, you can just watch Cast Members make them in the window of Candy Palace. No word on the flavors for this year just yet. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/10/disneys-famous-chocolate-easter-eggs-are-back/ and https://www.micechat.com/350274-disneyland-update-the-one-two-punch/
Minnie has once again returned to welcome guests to Disneyland! The Mickey floral has been replaced by the Minnie floral for International Women’s Day, which was on March 8th. We expect Minnie to stay in place for at least a few weeks. – https://www.micechat.com/350274-disneyland-update-the-one-two-punch/
We talk about synergy between the Disney brands that used to happen a lot in the parks, and there is some that has come back recently. Now through April 30th at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, a special Hulu-inspired Coca-Cola Freestyle flavor will be available. The new flavor is called Hulu Fanta Suprise and helps to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the streaming service. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/limited-time-hulu-inspired-coca-cola-freestyle-flavor-coming-to-disneyland-resort-and-walt-disney-world/
We talked about Adventureland Day last week, but our past guest Freddy Martin, better known as “Skipper Freddy” has posted a wonderful article on this year’s event and what it all entails. To read all about it, check out the link in our show notes. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/khaki-crowds-descend-on-disneyland-for-adventureland-day-2023/
Discussion Topic:
Don Morin – Founder and Host of PNW Mouse Meet
Since 2009 Don and his team have been creating a magical experience for thousands of Guests.
“Passion, Disney Fandom and giving them more than they expect are key ingredients to our success!”
The PNW Mouse Meet is an unofficial Disney Fan Event that was created by Disney Fans FOR Disney Fans. This annual event provides Disney enthusiasts the opportunity to get together right here in the Pacific Northwest to share and celebrate all things Disney.
https://www.youtube.com/@PNWMOUSEMEET

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1 hr 8 min
March 08, 2023DLW 276: Don from the Pacific North West Mouse Meet
This week, real snow at Disneyland, an original locomotive returns, more details are installed in Toontown before it's opening, food coming to Toontown, Oscars come to Carthay Circle, we talk to Don from the Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet and more!
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DISCOUNTS!
If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order!
We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now!
Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount.
News
Disneyland is a magical place, so much so that it can even have things like snow happen in Southern California! This year has been crazy in terms of weather, but not so far as snow! Weather experts said it was more of what is called graupel, which is snowflakes that collect water droplets on the outer surface. Either way, it was still surreal to see all the pictures and videos online of the weather event! - https://www.micechat.com/349659-disneyland-update-exciting-finds-feasts-and-oswald-meets/
One of the original steam engines of the Disneyland Railroad has returned to carrying guests on a grand circle tour of Disneyland this week. The EP Ripley, named after Edward Payson Ripley of the Santa Fe Railroad, was taken off the tracks a few years ago for repairs, and then underwent a full restoration starting in 2021. The original boiler had to be replicated, along with the headlamp and bell. The parts had to be replicated since they are not manufactured anymore. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/03/an-original-disneyland-railroad-steam-engine-is-back-on-track/
With Toontown fully opening very soon, some new things can be noticed through the construction walls. A new Minnie and Mickey fountain sculpture was installed in front of CarTOONial Park, the Wishing Tree has been installed and decorated with lanterns, and the Cafe Daisy sign has been installed for the new eatery. - https://www.micechat.com/349659-disneyland-update-exciting-finds-feasts-and-oswald-meets/
We are just a couple of weeks from the reopening of Mickey's Toontown! Disney released the upcoming food offerings in the so-to-be fully reopened land. From kid-friendly items like the Cheese Please! Pizza, Minnie's Mini Corn Dogs, to adult options like the Cheezy Pizza Flop-Over and a Spring Garden Wrap. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/03/disney-eats-first-look-at-mickeys-toontown-treats-coming-to-disneyland-resort/
For a limited time, there is a special exhibit inside Carthay Circle Restaurant. In the foyer of the restaurant, the honorary Oscar that Walt Disney won for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in 1937 are on display. They are on loan from the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. - https://www.micechat.com/349659-disneyland-update-exciting-finds-feasts-and-oswald-meets/
One of our favorite holiday events is returning this year. The 2023 Eggstaviganza will begin on March 13th and run through April 9th. To take part in the scavenger hunt and collect a fun collectible egg at the end, guest purchase a game board for $9.99 plus tax and locate all the hidden eggs around Downtown Disney, Disneyland, and Disney California Adventure. Note that there are three different game boards, one for each location. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/06/dates-and-prices-announced-for-disneys-2023-eggstravaganza/
There is a few merchandise items for the Food and Wine Fest this year. There are spirit jerseys, mugs, ears, and more. - https://www.micechat.com/349659-disneyland-update-exciting-finds-feasts-and-oswald-meets/
For Magic Key Holders, there is even a special exclusive t-shirt that features Stitch eating a slice of cake for the Food and Wine Festival 2023. - https://www.micechat.com/349659-disneyland-update-exciting-finds-feasts-and-oswald-meets/
This past Sunday was Adventureland Day at Disneyland! Hundreds of Adventureland fans descended upon the park dressed in their Adventureland attire to follow clues and solve riddles in a treasure hunt to receive a prize.
A sweet Disneyland classic has been updated at Pooh Corner. The classic Tigger Tail has been updated with a new coating that replaces the previous orange-colored white chocolate with an orange-flavored confectioners coating. The new version looks much closer to Tigger's actual tail. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/review-trying-the-updated-tigger-marshmallow-tail-from-pooh-corner-at-disneyland/
Jeff Reitz has done something that we all wish we could say we did - and that is hold the Guiness World Record for the most consecutive visits to Disneyland Park. Jeff went for 2,995 straight days in a row, which comes out to eight years, three months, and thirteen days. Jeff and his friends set out to visit the park all 366 days of 2012. They reached that goal, and Jeff kept going. His last streak day was March 13th, 2020, the day before the parks closed due to the pandemic. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/04/are-you-up-for-the-ultimate-disneyland-challenge/
For Weeklyteers who are looking to own a piece of Disneyland, there is an upcoming auction you might want to look into. On March 25th and 26th, The Art of Disneyland: From Stagecoaches to Monorails...and More! will be held in Beverly Hills, with previews March 20th through 24th from 10am-5pm at Heritage Auctions. For a list of all the items and location, check out the link in our show notes. - https://comics.ha.com/c/auction-home.zx?saleNo=7314 - https://wdwnt.com/2023/03/disney-auction-disneyland-monorail-ride-vehicles/
Discussion Topic
Don Morin - Founder and Host of PNW Mouse Meet
Since 2009 Don and his team have been creating a magical experience for thousands of Guests.
“Passion, Disney Fandom and giving them more than they expect are key ingredients to our success!”
The PNW Mouse Meet is an unofficial Disney Fan Event that was created by Disney Fans FOR Disney Fans. This annual event provides Disney enthusiasts the opportunity to get together right here in the Pacific Northwest to share and celebrate all things Disney.
https://www.youtube.com/@PNWMOUSEMEET

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1 hr 15 min
March 01, 2023DLW 275: The Backside of Water with Alex
This week, Magic Happens finally returns, along with a dining package, the foodie guide is out for the Food and Wine Festival, Princess Nite details, a controversial musical coming to DCA, we finish our conversation with Alex from Backside of Water, and more!
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DISCOUNTS!
If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order!
We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now!
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News
The Food and Wine Festival is starting in just a couple of days, so of course, the foodie guide is out! Some new items, along with returning favorites like the Mickey Mouse Snickers Macaron made the list. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-the-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival-2023/ - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/24/menus-revealed-for-the-2023-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival/
The Disney Vacation Club tower at the Disneyland Resort is coming along. This week, Disney showed off a first look at the new guest rooms coming to The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. The 12-story tower will open in September, with themed rooms celebrating Disney animation. There is a size for almost everyone from studios to a two-story, 12-person Grand Villa. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/the-villas-at-disneyland-hotel-reveal-first-look-at-guest-rooms/
Disneyland After Dark Princess Nites are coming up soon, and the list of activities and food has been posted online. Some of the more elaborate parts of the night will include Tea Service at Cafe Orleans, a cavalcade with Giselle twice per hour starting at 9:15pm, and more! - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/26/everything-coming-to-disneys-new-princess-after-hours-event/
Southern California has been dealing with quite a bit of rainy weather recently, which can impact your day in the parks. If you plan on being in the park during rainy weather, be aware that outdoor attractions can and will close. Examples of these are Goofy's Sky School, Alice in Wonderland, Matterhorn and more. Sometimes the weather is so bad that the park will close early, as happened last week when Disneyland closed an hour early. If you can brave the weather, these are great days to go because the attractions that are running have very short waits! - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/25/the-big-problem-youll-run-into-at-disneyland-right-now/
One of our favorite places to eat at the resort should be opening their expansion soon! Earl of Sandwich Tavern is the other section of the old La Brea Bakery that housed the sit down restaurant. The menu has been released for the location, which includes entrees like Prime Rib, Fish Tacos, and Spaghetti and Meatballs, along with starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. For the complete menu, check out the link in our show notes. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/24/menu-released-for-a-new-disney-restaurant/ - https://www.micechat.com/344054-downtown-disneys-updates-earl-of-sandwich-portos-bakery-and-more/
Friday was to be the glorious return of Magic Happens. Unfortunately, Mother Nature had other plans and Magic did not happen until Sunday, when the weather allowed for it. The only thing missing was the Princess and the Frog float, which was experiencing technical difficulties, but should return soon. The Orange County Register reported that over 50% of the original cast of the parade returned. - https://www.micechat.com/245353-disneyland-magic-happens-parade/
Along with the return of the parade, there is also the dining package at the Plaza Inn! For $45 per adult, guests can get a short rib and fried chicken with pesto mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, dessert, and a fountain beverage or water. Guests algo get a vocher for a reserved viewing section for the second Magic Happens performance. - https://www.micechat.com/245353-disneyland-magic-happens-parade/
A new, somewhat controversial, show is coming to the Hyperion at Disney California Adventure. Rogers the Musical, which was shown in the Disney+ series Hawkeye. The musical was a fictional broadway show inspired by the life of the first Captain America, Steve Rogers. No word on when the show will debut, but we are guessing for the summer. - https://www.micechat.com/348556-rogers-the-musical-coming-to-disney-california-adventure-this-summer/
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February 22, 2023DLW 274: Into the Jungle with Alex
This week, more After Dark events announced, a virtual queue is going away, a classic returns for guests, an old, new parade is coming back this week, new details of San Fransokyo, we talk to Alex from the Backside of Water podcast and more!
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News
We were starting to get worried that the popular Star Wars Nite would not happen this year since Disney hadn't announced anything and May 4th is coming up quick! Well, last week they finally announced TWO Disneyland After Dark Nies coming to Disneyland. Disneyland After Dark: Throwback Nite will celebrate the 50's and 60's, with music and entertainment that will pay tribute to Disneyland's first 10 years. "Fantasy in the Sky" fireworks will be performed, classic dancing, treats from the early days of Disneyland, and more! For Star Wars Nite, "Star Wars: Celebrate the Nite" fireworks will perform, the March of the First Order returns, a Lightsaber instructional demonstration and more will be happening. Magic Key Holder tickets went on sale Tuesday, February 21, with general public tickets on Thursday, February 23. Check the link in the show notes for all the dates and times. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/disneyland-after-dark-brings-2-more-themed-nites-to-disneyland-resort-this-spring/
Just under a month after Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway opened, we are already getting a standby queue! Starting today when this podcast posts, there will no longer be a virtual queue for the attraction. Individual Lightning Lane is still available for an extra fee, but guests can now walk back to the attraction without having to hit the right button in the app at just the right time. This also allows guests the chance to ride the attraction multiple times in a single day. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/breaking-standby-queue-available-for-mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-at-disneyland-starting-this-week/ - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/21/change-revealed-for-disneylands-newest-ride/
It has been a long time since the Haunted Mansion has been welcoming guests in its original form with the extension of Haunted Mansion Holiday this year. Wait no longer, the Mansion is back! There was even an upgrade to the show that was installed over the transition and has mysteriously disappeared since. A new birdcage with a bat inside was placed next to the chair at the endless hallway. This appeared in concept art by Marc Davis, but was never installed in the Mansion. - https://www.micechat.com/348153-disneyland-update-dropped-off-burned-out-forgotten/ - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/video-marc-davis-bat-in-a-birdcage-gag-removed-days-after-being-added-to-the-haunted-mansion-at-disneyland/
The long awaited return to the poor parade that was never given a chance by the pandemic comes back this week! Magic Happens premiered at the end of February, 2020, and closed with the park. As of Friday, the parade will perform at 3:30pm and 6:30pm daily. - https://www.micechat.com/348153-disneyland-update-dropped-off-burned-out-forgotten/
Weeklyteers who have seen the latest Ant Man and the Wasp movie will be excited to meet one of the characters from that movie in Avengers Campus. Kang the Conqueror will be visiting for a short time, so get to Avengers Campus soon if you want to catch him! - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/17/another-new-character-is-coming-to-one-disney-park-soon/
Since the D23 Expo in September, there hasn't been a lot of details about San Fransokyo coming to Disney California Adventure. Construction has been progressing slowly on the new bridge, reminiscent of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Fransico, but not much else. There will be a meet and greet area with Baymax, a floating wind turbine to power the area (fictionally, of course) and will be open to guests this summer! - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/step-into-san-fransokyo-square-at-disney-california-adventure-park-beginning-summer-2023/
The Mint Julep Bar, along with the French Market is closed to be transformed into Tiana's Palace, so where can you get the tasty beignets and Mint Juleps? Over near the Pirates entrance is the Royal Street Veranda where the iconic New Orleans Square treats are for sale. Once Tiana's Palace reopens, the items will return to the old locations. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/17/a-disney-restaurant-closed-heres-where-to-get-mickey-beignets-now/
A new sipper has arrived in Avengers Campus at Pym Test Kitchen. The Ooze Cauldron Sipper is inspired by the new Ant Man and the Wasp movie. The sipper appears to be able to be held by the handle on the top, or carried with the strap over your shoulder. Guests can pick one up for $27.97 and it comes filled with Quantum Ooze. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/17/disneys-new-souvenir-cup-comes-with-a-shocking-price-tag/
Registration is now closed for the runDisney events for Disneyland that is returning next year. All of the races have sold out. Tickets went on sale Valentine's Day and sold out almost immediately. Hopefully the strong demand will bring more runDisney races to Disneyland in the future. - https://www.micechat.com/348153-disneyland-update-dropped-off-burned-out-forgotten/
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February 15, 2023DLW 273: More Seen, Unseen Disneyland
This week, is Pandora coming to California? Plus more details from the quarterly earning call, a delay to opening ToonTown, an update to World of Color, a lack of spell check in the resort, we keep looking for the Unseen with author Russ and more!
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News
The unexpected weather that Southern California has been having recently has delayed a major opening. Mickey's Toontown has been pushed back from March 8th to March 19th due to weather delaying the work. - https://www.micechat.com/307775-disneylands-toontown-closing-in-2022-for-enhancements/
Last week, Disney held their quarterly earnings call where Bob Iger commented about adding more capacity to the theme parks. He mentioned that with the success of Avatar at the box office and at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Florida, that an Avatar Experience would be coming to Disneyland in the future. What was left question was in what form this would take place! - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/
Also on the earnings call, Iger addressed the higher pricing and capacity mix. He stated that they are listening to guests who feel that they are being priced out of the parks by lowering prices on some of the experiences. He also mentioned that he didn't feel that the annual increase in ticket pricing was too much above the rate of inflation at Disneyland. In regards to the capacity mix, they have been aiming for more of the mix to be once in a lifetime guests who spend more in a single visit that passholders. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ - https://www.ocregister.com/2023/02/09/disneyland-ticket-prices-have-not-really-increased-that-much-in-recent-years-disney-ceo-says/
There has been a rash of mis-spellings of signs and statues all over the resort since the Disney100 started to roll in. Incorrect years on attractions and movie premiere dates, coming soon signage on Indy, and the Mickey statue in town square with "It all started with a mouse" instead of "It was all started by a mouse." Disney has been quick to fix these snafus around the parks. There was a new one for the Super Bowl cavalcade that came and went without a fix, mentioning "Main Stret" instead of "Main Street." - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/
Even more things are coming to the resort for Celebrate Soulfully at Disney California Adventure. Moon Girl from the new Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur on Disney+ will be coming for some meet and greets. Guests who are there when she premieres will get to see a cavalcade and stage show for that day only. - https://twitter.com/Disneyland/status/1623734510465478664 - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/moon-girl-magic-comes-to-disney-california-adventure-park/
Fans of Catal and Uva bar should get their last visits in soon! The location will be closing mid-April to transform into Centrico and Paseo, a new up-scale Mexican restaurant. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/
Can you believe that Disney California Adventure turned 22 this past week? To celebrate, the Disneyland App has a limited-time PhotoPass+ lens through February 21. The lens transforms guests into a Newsboy from the show that has still has yet to return to the park. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/
Part of Steakhouse 55 could be reopening soon! The curtains that we reported on being in place a couple of weeks ago have come down and the lounge part looks ready to welcome guests. MiceChat reports that staff is already training for the location. No word on a reopening date. The restaurant section of Steakhouse 55 has seen no updates. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/
Finally on the call, Bob Iger noted that of the 7,000 job cuts that are taking place around the company, none of them are expected to impact park operations. This is good news since the parks are already not back to fully staffed since reopening after the COVID closure. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/disneys-workforce-cuts-to-impact-all-sections-of-company-will-not-impact-hourly-park-operations-cast/
There had been some confusion with the ending to World of Color - ONE. Guests were unsure when the ending of the show was and would start to leave at the long pause just before the main finale. It appears that Disney has updated the show to tighten up the ending, making it more clear when the show was actually over. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/video-world-of-color-one-finale-changed-due-to-guest-confusion-at-disney-california-adventure/
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway has been a great addition to Disneyland and with it came some new looks for Cast Members. Now, the rest of Toontown has some colorful costumes to match! Taking a cue from Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, the costumes are mix and match for the cast members to pick an outfit that they like and can personalize. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/first-look-new-mickeys-toontown-cast-member-mix-and-match-costumes/
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1 hr 15 min
February 08, 2023DLW 272: Seen, Unseen Disneyland with Russ
This week, more story information about Tiana's Bayou Adventure, an Imagineer talks blue sky, more magic for Wondrous Journeys, a new show is coming to the Hyperion, Great Moments gets plussed, we talk to Seen, Unseen author Russ, and more!
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News
There will still be some extra magic on non-fireworks nights for Wondrous Journeys, the new Disney100 nighttime spectacular at Disneyland. Baymax and the Blue Fairy is reported to fly every night, with or wothout fireworks. Wondrous Journeys is scheduled to be projections only on weeknights, with fireworks on weekends and holidays. - https://twitter.com/carlyewisel/status/1620527481089568768
One of our favorite eateries has reopened in Downtown Disney, and is more convenient than ever! Earl of Sandwich reopened it's doors on February 1st last week and it is a nice upgrade from the former location. The new location, in the old La Brea Bakery, is so close to the gates of Disneyland, making it a great quick stop when park hopping. There is plenty of outdoor shaded seating. Inside, the bar area of the former bakery is expected to reopen under Earl management. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/photos-video-touring-the-temporary-earl-of-sandwich-location-in-the-downtown-disney-district-at-disneyland-resort/ - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/02/a-fan-favorite-eatery-is-back-at-downtown-disney/
A casting call for actors for a new show at Disneyland is getting everyone excited and there is plenty of rumors on what the show will be. The casting call lists singers/actors and dancers for a limited time show in the Hyperion Theatre. In the posting, the new show is described as "an exciting new Broadway-caliber theatrical production." There is speculation that it could be a Hurcules show, among others. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/rumor-casting-call-hints-at-hercules-musical-coming-to-hyperion-theater-at-disney-california-adventure/ - https://www.ocregister.com/2023/02/02/disneyland-auditioning-actors-for-new-hyperion-theater-musical-in-summer-2023/
A new addition to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln has debuted. A new National Geographic pre-show, narrated by ABC anchor Robin Roberts, who provides guests a deeper look into Douglass’ legacy as a former slave who rose to be a powerful leader in the abolitionist movement and the relationship between Douglas and Lincoln. Testimonials from Douglass’ third great-grandson Kenneth B. Morris, Jr., and Dr. John Stauffer, a leading expert on anti-slavery and the Civil War era are also included. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/photos-video-new-preshow-honoring-frederick-douglass-begins-at-great-moments-with-mr-lincoln-in-disneyland/ - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/new-great-moments-with-mr-lincoln-feature-at-disneyland-honors-frederick-douglass/
Disney+ celebrated Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure last week, inviting Ben Wang, who stars in the upcoming "American Born Chinese" show on Disney+. Ben enjoyed all the festivities, and, of course, the food. He even got to hang out with Oswald the Lucky Rabbit! For those interested, "American Born Chinese" is a genre-hopping action-comedy based on the graphic novel of the same name by Gene Luen Yang, where Ben's character meets a new Chinese born student on the first day of the school year and finds himself in a battle of Chinese mythological gods. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/disneyplus-celebrates-lunar-new-year-with-visit-from-american-born-chinese-lead-at-the-disneyland-resort/
Just a reminder of the great food and beverage options at the resort for Valentines Day. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/full-list-of-valentines-day-2023-food-beverages-coming-to-disneyland-resort/
Magic Key Holders have another exclusive souvenir to pick up at the parks. The Magic Key Ear Hat bowl is avaialble for purchase with certain food items throughout the resort. Currently, the bowls are available at Smokejumpers Grill with the purchase of a Bacon Cheeseburger Loaded Fries, or at Clarabelle's Ice Cream with the purchase of the Chocolate Brownie Sundae. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/02/02/disneyland-magic-key-holders-can-get-an-exclusive-new-souvenir/
A blue sky attraction idea was posted on Twitter this last week by Imagineer Jim Shull. The attraction idea is for an Oswald and Ortensia attraction. The attraction would have taken the place of Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin, keeping the ride system, but using projection mapping and painting the sets 1920's black and white. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/imagineer-jim-shull-shares-oswald-and-ortensia-attraction-blue-sky-idea/
runDisney Weeklyteers, get your running gear ready as Disney has announced details and pricing for the Disneyland Half Marathon. A 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids Race, and more will take place from January 11-14, 2024. Events that guests can sign up for include Disneyland Yoga, the Dumbo Double Dare, and virtual races. For a complete list of events, pricing, and registration dates, check out the link in our show notes. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/details-prices-released-for-rundisney-disneyland-half-marathon-weekend-2024/
A novel new item has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. A gift card wristband for Lunar New Year 2023, which can be loaded with any amount from $15 to $1,000. The gift card features rounded edges and is connected to a wrist band. This makes it convenient to use around the resort without having to pull out your wallet or credit card often. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/gift-card-wristbands-available-for-lunar-new-year-2023-at-disney-california-adventure/
New storyline details have been released for the upcoming Tiana's Bayou Adventure, replacing Splash Mountain. In the queue, guests will follow the story of how Tiana grew her business with Tiana’s Foods – an employee-owned cooperative. Combining her talents with those of the local community, Tiana has transformed an aging salt mine and built a beloved brand. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/more-tianas-bayou-adventure-story-details-revealed-including-tianas-foods-backstory/ - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/new-storyline-details-revealed-for-tianas-bayou-adventure/
Guests traveling to New Orleans Square from Main Street have an additional path to follow once again. The pathway that was being worked on between Adventureland and New Orleans Square has completed work and is open again for guests to use. The area in front of the upcoming Adventureland Tree is still behind walls, but guests still have plenty of room to navigate the area. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/construction-walls-removed-reopening-adventureland-pathway-at-disneyland/
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Russell Flores, Author of Seen, Un-Seen Disneyland
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1 hr 22 min
February 01, 2023 DLW 271: The Disney100 Celebration
This week, you could win a free trip to Disneyland, an on-again, off-again relationship with the All-American College Band, LOWER prices on some experiences, Bruno is back, a favorite returns, we talk about all the Disney100 things, and more!
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With all the Disney100 stuff happening, wouldn't it be a great time to visit? You could be able to win a free trip as a member of the Disney Movie Insiders club. It includes round trip coach airfare and ground transportation, hotel accommodations at a Disneyland Resort hotel, up to 4 4-day tickets WITH Park Hopper option including Genie+, a Disney gift card for $300, and a VIP Resort Tour Guide for one day up to eight hours. To enter, visit the link in our show notes! - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/29/how-to-win-a-free-trip-to-disneyland/
The All-American College Band had some ups and downs this past week. On Friday, Disneyland announced that the program would be put on indefinite hiatus, just to turn around on Sunday and relaunch the program. The program has been a staple of the resort since 1971. The program was previously suspended during the pandemic, but made it's trimphant return last year. - https://www.ocregister.com/2023/01/27/disneyland-abruptly-ends-all-american-college-band-after-50-year-run/ - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/28/a-classic-disney-tradition-has-been-suspended/
This never happens! Disney has decreased the prices for Savi's and Droid Depot to build your lightsaber or droid. Back in October, Disney raised the prices to $249.99 to build a lightsaber, and $119.99 to build a droid. Just a few months later, they have returned the price back to $219.99 for a lightsaber and $99.99. The pricing has not changed at Walt Disney World. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/28/price-decrease-hits-lightsaber-and-droid-building-experiences-in-disneyland/
We don't talk about Bruno except when we do apparently! The Encanto projection show is returning to the facade of "it's a small world" soon. Starting February 6th, the short show will be back with multiple showtimes each evening. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/25/disneys-encanto-projection-show-is-returning-for-a-limited-time/
Attraction refurb schedule, whats down and what is scheduled to go down soon. - https://www.micechat.com/345919-disneyland-news-update-nothing-can-stop-us-now/
Weeklyteers who remember the colorful dancing waters near Pixie Hollow should get excited! It appears that work is progressing on the refurbishment of the fountains and lighting that go along with it. Hopefully, this means that it will be back in working order soon! - https://www.micechat.com/345919-disneyland-news-update-nothing-can-stop-us-now/
The night that we record this episode, the first of the Sweethearts Nites at Disneyland is scheduled to take place. A sneak peek of some of the treats was released by Disney showing a strawberry shortcake sundae at Gibson Girl Ice Cream, Mine & Yours chocolate strawberry funnel cakes at Stage Door Cafe, Bear-ia Loaded Steak Fries at Hungry Bear, and a Blood Orange Agua Float at Tropical Hideaway. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/25/sneak-peek-at-exclusive-eats-coming-to-sweethearts-nite-in-disneyland/
One of our favorite dining locations at the resort is finally returning today! As of February 1st, Earl of Sandwich is scheduled to reopen in the old La Brea Bakery location in Downtown Disney. This location is much closer to the entrance of the parks than their previous location by the monorail station on the other end of Downtown Disney. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/30/opening-date-announced-for-earl-of-sandwich-in-downtown-disney/
There have been a lot of different Mickey shaped things over the years, but rarely has there been an Oswald shaped thing. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit is now showing up on a new candy apple at the resort. For $14.99, guests can purchase this loveable rabbit, which is covered in chocolate, with ears made of chocolate covered krispy treats. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/01/oswald-the-lucky-rabbit-candy-apple-bounces-into-disneyland-resort/
Fans of Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel should be excited! Construction curtains have been installed outside the location, which means that something is happening in the space. The location originally closed with the pandemic and it was announced that it was permanent when the resort reopened in July of 2021. No word on what will be going into the space, but at least something is happening! - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/01/construction-curtains-installed-at-former-steakhouse-55-inside-the-disneyland-hotel/
Discussion Topic
Disney100
Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/all-aboard-disneyland-resort-cast-open-mickey-minnies-runaway-railway/
World of Color ONE - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/01/26/get-a-first-look-at-the-new-100th-anniversary-disney-show/
Wondrous Journeys - https://www.micechat.com/345807-disneylands-wondrous-journeys-is-a-spectacular-spectacular/
Collectable Medallions and some locations - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/01/disney100-collectible-medallions-now-available-across-disneyland-resort/

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January 25, 2023DLW 270: A Deep Dive Into Toontown
This week, the Disney100 is just days away, we have the details, Mickey and Minnie are almost ready for their premiere, Black History Month celebrations, new tiki mugs, a small upgrade to "it's a small world," we talk about Toontown, and more!
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News
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway opens this Friday for the kickoff of the Disney100 Celebration starting at Disneyland. With the attraction opening, guests will be utilizing a virtual queue, with no standby access. Guests will also be able to purchase an individual Lightning Lane to experience the new attraction. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/your-guide-to-the-disney100-anniversary-celebration-at-disneyland-resort/
Beginning sometime after the start of the Disney100 Celebration, Disney announced that MagicBand+ will be able to interact with Disney100 decor around the parks. No official launch date or any details on what the interactions will be. In Walt Disney World for the 50th Celebration, guests could use their MagicBand+ to interact with the 50 golden characters throughout the parks. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/your-guide-to-the-disney100-anniversary-celebration-at-disneyland-resort/
With the celebration quickly approaching, some of the decor has been appearing around the resort. For guests arriving at the Mickey and Friends or Pixar Pals Parking Structure, there are new large banners along the tram route commemorating the opening years of milestone attractions, movies, and more. Character banners are in the esplanade, and a platinum medallion with Disney100 Years of Wonder has been installed above the entrance to Disney California Adventure. Buena Vista Street has blue and platinum bunting and medallions on the lampposts. On the Disneyland side of things, Disney100 crests have been installed above the entrance, with Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather already in place, along with a Disney100 crest above the castle gates. THe star had been installed on top of one of the turrets as well. As recently as today, new flags, banners, and sashes have appeared on Sleeping Beauty Castle. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/01/disney-100-years-of-wonder-medallion-added-to-disney-california-adventure-entrance/
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway will be closing each night for the fireworks, much like Toontown had been before the closure of the land. On nights that the park remains open until after 11, the attraction will reopen, but if the park closes at 10pm or earlier, the attraction will not reopen for the night. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/01/mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-at-disneyland-will-close-during-fireworks/
Black History Month is returning at the Disneyland Resort in February. Celebrate Gospel is returning to the Fantasyland Theatre on February 18th and 25th from 2:30pm to 7pm. Troubadour Tavern will offer a honey-glazed fried chicken bowl and red velvet bundt cake. Downtown Disney will offer family crafts, live music, and special offerings. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/disneyland-resort-honors-black-history-month-with-celebrate-gospel-and-more/
The Disney Gallery inside of the Opera House on Main Street is currently closed as it transforms to present "Disney100 Years of Wonder." The exhibit will feature artwork created by original Disney animators for some of the early films, alongside artwork created by Imagineers to bring those stories to life. An animator's desk and a multi-plane camera will also be on display. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/your-guide-to-the-disney100-anniversary-celebration-at-disneyland-resort/
Costumes have been unveiled for the Cast of Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway. The costumes feature designs that allow cast members to reverse the pieces to change scenes at a moment's notice! They are made of vibrant colors and textures. Eagle-eyed guests can even be on the lookout for hidden Mickeys on the costumes, in addition to other elements that connect the costumes to the attraction. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/01/disneyland-resort-reveals-trainsformable-new-mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-cast-member-costumes/
"it's a small world" reopened this week and with it came some new exterior lighting! The exterior now has green and pink lighting in addition to the blue and white from before. The new lighting package enhances the small show that happens on the quarter hour. The lights also change when the train passes by. - https://www.micechat.com/345226-dateline-disneyland-update-recalibrate-illuminate-celebrate/
Trader Sam's has unveiled more tiki mugs recently. The HippopotoMai-Tai and the Piranha Pool tiki mugs had been out of stock for a while, but are back in stock now. The HippopotoMai-Tai mug is the 4th variation, this time in an orange glaze. Trader Sam’s Piranha Pool Mug is the second edition of this mug with an ombre glaze with a black and red combo. There is also a couple of mixology events for the Food and Wine Festival on March 6th and April 10th. - https://www.micechat.com/344999-new-mugs-and-events-at-disneylands-trader-sams-enchanted-tiki-bar/
Lunar New Year started this weekend and there is so much to see and do. Magic Key Holders can pick up a free Lunar New Year button from January 20th through February 15th under Silly Symphony Swings. The Sip 'n Saver pass has also returned. Be sure to check the pricing of the items if you get a Sip 'n Saver pass to make sure you get your money's worth. With it being the Year of the Rabbit, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and his wife Ortensia the cat are meeting and greeting guests. - https://www.micechat.com/345170-hop-into-disney-california-adventures-lunar-new-year-celebration/
Weeklyteers with ambitions to become Magic Key Holders should act now! As of the recording of this podcast, Inspire and Believe keys are available for purchase. They went on sale January 17th, so who knows when they will go back to being unavailable. - https://www.micechat.com/345226-dateline-disneyland-update-recalibrate-illuminate-celebrate/
The water around the Pacific Wharf area has been drained to begin work on transforming the area to San Fransokyo from Big Hero 6. Nothing has gone vertical yet, but will hopefully be visible soon. - https://www.micechat.com/345226-dateline-disneyland-update-recalibrate-illuminate-celebrate/
Disney released the Foodie Guide to the 2023 Celebrate Soulfully event. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-celebrate-soulfully-treats-and-eats/
Weeklyteers who can't make it to the parks for the kickoff of the Disney100 this week can tune in virtually this Friday! Disney will stream a kickoff at 2pm Disneyland time this Friday, January 27th. The event will include special performances, behind-the-scenes looks at the new entertainment, fun Disney trivia, and more! - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/01/watch-this-friday-disney-parks-livestream-of-disney100-celebration-at-disneyland-resort/
Discussion Topic
Toontown History
https://www.mouseplanet.com/7275/Toontown_Dedication
https://d23.com/this-day/the-roger-rabbits-car-toon-spin-attraction-opens-in-mickeys-toontown-at-disneyland/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mickey%27s_Toontown
https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/Mickey%27s_Toontown#:~:text=Advertisement-,History,buildings%20are%20stylized%20and%20colorful
https://www.mouseplanet.com/13102/Before_Mickeys_Toontown

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