Disneyland Resort Current Event
Iger Defeats Shareholder Revolt and Reveals Avatar Boat Ride for Disneyland!
By Samantha Davis-Friedman -April 3, 2024
“During today’s Walt Disney Company annual shareholders meeting, a pivotal vote on leadership threatened several board members, including Disney CEO Bob Iger. However, Bob not only came out victorious, but celebrated his victory by offering a first look at what guests “might expect” from an Avatar experience at Disneyland.”
Wed, April 3, 2024
Continuing to Turbocharge Disney Experiences
by Josh D'Amaro, Chairman, Disney Experiences
“We were thrilled to unveil a piece of inspirational artwork developed for a potential new Avatar experience at the Disneyland Resort. We are excited about the stories our guests could experience at Walt’s original theme park destination after approval of DisneylandForward – including the chance to experience all-new Avatar adventures with a visit to Pandora.”
First look at Avatar themed land proposed for Disneyland
Disney CEO Bob Iger describes the concept art as 'creative inspiration' for a potential Avatar experience being designed by Walt Disney Imagineering.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 3, 2024
“The concept art shows jutting rocks and floating mountains amid gushing geysers and alien flora. A boat filled with riders passes through an aqua-green lagoon heading toward a cascading waterfall.
“Iger described the concept art as “creative inspiration” for a potential Avatar experience being designed by Walt Disney Imagineering. Disney’s creative arm is teaming up with “Avatar” filmmaker James Cameron on the new land.”
Everything We Know About Disneyland’s Avatar-Themed Land
By Samantha Davis-Friedman -April 3, 2024
Disneyland to convert Autopia cars from gas to electric
Disneyland plans to electrify the Autopia fleet in the 'next few years' — a timetable that likely pushes the conversion to 2026 or beyond.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 2, 2024
“Disneyland will electrify Autopia and convert the attraction from gas engines in the next few years, according to Disneyland officials.”
Disneyland Plans to Electrify Autopia Vehicles “In the Next Few Years”
by Tricia Kennedy | Apr 2, 2024
Meet the 19 bayou critters moving into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland
The transformation of Splash Mountain will debut in late 2024 at the Anaheim theme park.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 12, 2024
“Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed 19 critters in three bands that will play Zydeco, Rara-style and Afro-Cuban music on makeshift instruments and populate the bayou in the revamped Tiana’s Bayou Adventure attractions.”
Disneyland closes Critter Country during Splash Mountain renovation
Disneyland will temporarily wall off the themed land on May 1 to reimagine two retail shops with a Princess Tiana theme.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: April 3, 2024
“Disneyland will temporarily close Critter Country on May 1 to reimagine two retail shops as Louis’ Critter Club and Ray’s Berets.
“The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh dark ride will close May 1 for construction with no reopening date set, according to MousePlanet. The Hungry Bear restaurant will remain open during the renovation work.”
Disneyland explores ‘backside of fireworks’ with Star Wars pyro show
The new 'Fire of the Rising Moons' in Galaxy’s Edge continues through June 2 as part of the Season of the Force at Disneyland.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 11, 2024
“The new “Fire of the Rising Moons” fireworks show debuted in Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland as part of the two-month-long Season of the Force seasonal event that continues through June 2.
“Ever-changing versions of the Star Wars fireworks show will continue in Galaxy’s Edge after Season of the Force comes to an
end.”
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“The Galaxy’s Edge pyrotechnics displays synched to a Star Wars soundtrack will vary depending on which Disneyland fireworks show is playing on any particular night — either “Wondrous Journeys,” “Mickey’s Mix Magic” or “Together Forever.””
Video: “Fire Of The Rising Moons” Provides In-Universe Theming For Fireworks Above Disneyland Park
by Tony Betti | Apr 7, 2024
Photos / Video: BDX Droids Appear for First Time During Disneyland’s Season of the Force
by Luke Manning | Apr 5, 2024
“Last fall, Imagineers playtested interactive droids at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for one day only.
“Today, with the kick off of Season of the Force at Disneyland, these adorable BD-X droids are now making daily appearances — running April 5th through June 2nd.
“During the event, guests may encounter the droid at various locations around Black Spire Outpost throughout the day.”
Season of the Force: Your Complete Guide to Disneyland’s Intergalactic Extravaganza
By Dusty Sage -April 5, 2024
Galactic travelers, get ready to embark on a Star Wars extravaganza at Disneyland’s Season of the Force!
“We’ve assembled your definitive guide to navigating the galaxy far, far away, right in the heart of Disneyland, from April 5th through June 2nd, 2024.”
Coming Soon To Downtown Disney: New Restaurants & More!
By MiceChat Staff -April 10, 2024
“We’re finally starting to see the light at the end of the Downtown Disney District construction tunnel! Here’s the latest news from Disneyland’s rapidly evolving dining, shopping, and entertainment district.”
Disneyland steakhouse makes a comeback — this time in Downtown Disney
Disneyland plans new steakhouse and barbecue concepts for the former Tortilla Jo’s location.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 10, 2024
“Disneyland plans to open new steakhouse and barbecue concepts at the former Tortilla Jo’s location in Downtown Disney. No opening dates were announced for the steakhouse restaurant and adjacent BBQ eatery.”
Din Tai Fung coming to Downtown Disney this summer
The Michelin-awarded restaurant from Taiwan is known for its internationally acclaimed soup dumplings.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 10, 2024
“The Michelin-awarded restaurant from Taiwan will open this summer at the outdoor shopping mall next door to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. The new timeframe means the restaurant should open between mid-June and mid-September.”
Trio of Mexican restaurants coming to Downtown Disney in May
The new concepts by Chef Carlos Gaytan include the Paseo restaurant, Centrico courtyard bar and Tiendita grab-and-go stand.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: April 11, 2024
“The Patina Restaurant Group announced Paseo, Centrico and Tiendita will open May 2 in Downtown Disney, according to MickeyVisit. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled May 1 for Paseo, Centrico and Tiendita. Like most restaurants, the three new locations may have dining opportunities leading up to the grand opening celebration.”
Marceline’s Confectionery Will Temporarily Close for an Expansion and Reimagination at the Downtown Disney District
by Tricia Kennedy | Apr 10, 2024
Fri, April 5, 2024
Guide to Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite
by Kelsey Lynch, Public Relations Director, Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Pride Nite tickets go on sale this week
The Gay Pride events will be held on June 18 and 20 at Disneyland.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 9, 2024
Disneyland cracks down on Disability Access Service misuses and abuses
Disneyland updates a program that offer assistance to theme park visitors with developmental disabilities like autism.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 9, 2024
“Disneyland and Disney World will attempt to rein in the unwieldy Disability Access Service that has bogged down attraction queues and backed up Genie+ lanes as a result of a tripling in usage of the program ripe with misuse and abuse.
Disneyland threatens lifetime ban for disability cheats
Tales of Disability Access Service abuse and tips for cheating the system are rampant on social media.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 9, 2024.
“Disneyland has put disability cheats on notice that if they lie about having ADHD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, anxiety or any other disorder to get free Lightning Lane line-skipping passes they will be kicked out of Disney theme parks in the United States forever.”
DAS: Big Disability Access Changes for Disneyland & Walt Disney World
By Dusty Sage -April 9, 2024
Disneyland Update: Rainy Days, Reveals, and Reinventions!
By Andy Castro -April 1, 2024
DISNEYLAND UPDATE: The Force Awakens, Tomorrowland Transformation & Avatar Adventure
By Dusty Sage -April 8, 2024
Disneyland closes 4 attractions during busy spring season
Disneyland closes 4 attractions during busy spring season
The attraction closures coincide with the Season of the Force and Pixar Fest seasonal events just as the Spring Break crowds begin to dwindle.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: April 8, 2024
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“Also not on the temporarily “out of order” list are several attractions that never returned following the yearlong pandemic closure that shuttered Disneyland and DCA.
“Disneyland’s Star Wars Launch Bay and DCA’s Blue Sky Cellar are being used for Imagination Campus — an educational travel workshop that teaches students about the arts and sciences used in Disney theme parks.
“The Magic Eye Theater in Tomorrowland remains dark with no upcoming show in the works.
“DCA’s Hyperion Theater in Hollywood Land briefly returned for a two-month run of “Rogers: The Musical” before closing again with nothing planned for the 2,000-seat Broadway caliber venue.
“The Fantasyland Theatre no longer has regularly scheduled shows after the “Tale of the Lion King” ended its run in January.”
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