food IS a theme park
Disneyland has its share of iconic rides, being the OG Disney Park.
Soarin at California Adventure
You can’t deny that the classic versions of rides like “it’s a small world” and Pirates of the Caribbean hit differently on the West Coast, right? Well, we could probably say the same about Soarin’ Over California, which recently returned to Disney California Adventure for the Food and Wine Festival there. Well, that ride just got even MORE iconic thanks to a recent celebrity appearance.
It’s always fun to play dress-up in the parks.
SO dapper
Whether you’re sporting a t-shirt repping your favorite Disney characters, rides, or foods or whether you’re wearing a full Disneybounding outfit in the parks, dressing up for the Disney Parks is a great way to add a little something extra to your Disney trips. If you REALLY love to dress up, though, you need to know about Dapper Day, when guests in Disney World and Disneyland dress to impress. Now, we know when Dapper Day will be happening on both coasts!
Disney has a lot of big plans for its theme parks in the future!
Disney California Adventure
CEO Bob Iger has previously announced plans for expansions at several theme parks, many of which are currently under construction (hello, Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea!). But one expansion we’ve been crossing our fingers for is the Disneyland Forward project out in Anaheim, CA. And coming soon, there could be some big updates!
Things are always changing in Disneyland — after all, that’s what Walt Disney wanted.
Downtown Disney
Rides close and new rides arrive. Entire lands get updated. New lands get added. Expansions are planned. Restaurants also close. That last bit might be the saddest part for us, by the way. We learned recently that a restaurant would close in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney dining and shopping district, but we’ve got some good news: the restaurant has delayed its closing date by a week.
Have you heard about Disney’s Pixar Fest?
Pixar Pier
It’s a special celebration celebrating ALL things Pixar, and it’s returning to Disneyland Resort SOON. The event will feature a new daytime parade in Disney California Adventure, plus the nighttime show “Together Forever — A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” will return to Disneyland with NEW scenes. There will be fun new decorations, special food, and more. However, there will also be an exclusive NEW souvenir! Hint: it’s a popcorn bucket!
Planning a trip to Disneyland Resort? If so, 2024 is a great time to go!
Pixar Pier
With the ongoing Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, as well as the upcoming Star Wars offerings this spring, there’s plenty to see. But the real fun starts this summer for Pixar fans, with Pixar Fest returning to Disneyland Resort!
BIG things are happening in Disneyland.
Disneyland entrance
Of course, you probably already know about the construction that’s transforming Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. You might even know about the big Haunted Mansion queue makeover that’s happening RIGHT NOW. Recently, Tarzan’s Treehouse became Adventureland Treehouse, too. But there’s ANOTHER new change happening at the parks, and this is one you’ll see immediately when you enter the parks.
2024 is a year for big changes in the Disney Parks!
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland
Both Disneyland and Magic Kingdom are getting the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride, the EPCOT transformation is wrapping up, and Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion is under construction for some updates in the queue area. But before all those projects are completed, Disneyland Resort is testing one other change!
Some big changes could be coming to Disneyland Resort.
Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure
And we’re not even talking about the changes that are already underway, including construction on a new ride, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and the update to Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion queue. No, we’re talking about the Disneyland Forward initiative, which could bring entire new LANDS to Disneyland Resort. That’s why March 11th is a very important day for the proposed Disneyland expansion.
The Walt Disney Company often faces lawsuits. Let’s just say its legal department is kept very busy.
©Disney
Just recently, the company has had to face lawsuits related to an upcoming sports streaming service, lawsuits by employees, lawsuits from Disney Parks visitors, and more. Disney was also sued by Disneyland Magic Key holders and agreed to settle. A judge ordered a settlement in that lawsuit, and we now have an update on that.
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