It’s known as the “happiest place on earth,” but for a group of Disneyland guests, a breakdown at the Haunted Mansion turned into an behind-the-scenes look after a ride malfunction forced the lights on and left passengers to navigate their exit alone. The unusual incident, which took place close to the park’s 11 p.m. closing … Read more
Forget the Mickey bars and churro stands — one woman decided to go full fairy tale to celebrate her 40th birthday. Digital creator Toree McGee went viral after sharing her experience splurging $18,000 on Disneyland’s luxe, velvet-rope dining secret: 21 Royal, the private suite tucked above New Orleans Square, perched just over the Pirates of … Read more
“The Mandalorian and Grogu,” the first “Star Wars” franchise film in seven years, flies into theaters this weekend – and Disneyland pulled out all the stops to celebrate. Starting on May 22, adventurers visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be treated to a new mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, featuring everybody’s favorite bounty hunter … Read more
Yosemite National Park and other national parks across the country have dropped their entry reservations for 2026 — and are now facing problems with overcrowding. Back in February, Arches, Glacier and Yosemite parks all announced they were either getting rid of or scaling back on their vehicle reservations. That change has led to congestion at … Read more
Some Disneyland Star Wars fans got the surprise of a lifetime over the weekend when actor Pedro Pascal put on a Mandalorian costume and showed up to the park. Pedro Pasal dresses as Mandalorian and stuns fans. Disney Around 15 visitors were invited aboard the Millennium Falcon, an iconic space ship used in the franchise. … Read more
Disney is bringing back a dose of Americana nostalgia to one of its most beloved rides as “Soarin’ Across America” prepares to take over Disney World ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday. The House of Mouse announced that Soarin’ Across America will officially debut at Disney California Adventure on July 2, 2026 and at EPCOT … Read more
California is one step closer to allowing local Disney fans to turn their vehicles into rolling tributes to Mickey, Minnie and Co. State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced Tuesday a new public-private partnership to create a Disneyland-themed specialized license plate that would raise funds for children’s hospitals across the state. The plate is being developed in … Read more
Is Disneyland Resort about to be the “app-iest” place on Earth? The famed theme park has begun testing cashless payments at select outdoor vending carts in Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, marking the latest shift in how guests make quick purchases across the resort in Anaheim, California. The pilot program launched in late April, … Read more
A staple at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney in Anaheim, CA, will close after 23 years to make room for a trendy shop. Smoothie chain Jamba will close on July 6 and will be replaced by bubble tea shop Bopo Go! café, according to the Orange County Register. The Jamba in Downtown Disneyland is set to close … Read more
Talk about a Goofy price tag. Disneyland’s fine dining crown jewel, Napa Rose, is under fire from a disgruntled diner who claims the upscale eatery is serving up “mid” food despite charging a king’s ransom. The guest took to Reddit a few days ago to warn fellow Disney diners to “avoid” the Grand Californian Hotel’s … Read more
A major expansion of a popular food stand at Disneyland Park is underway as officials look to keep up with surging demand for some of the park’s most viral menu items. The Fantasyland eatery has long drawn heavy crowds, with guests lining up for items like jumbo smoked turkey legs and garlic cheesy brats, which … Read more
Disneyland is dialing back a controversial tech feature that has been subtly shaping the way guests enter the park. Now, guests who would rather not hand over a “faceprint” to stroll down Main Street U.S.A. have a choice. Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have rolled out special entry lanes that skip facial recognition and biometric … Read more
The Happiest Place might get a lot less “social.” Disney insiders say the company is weighing a sweeping crackdown on influencer behavior in its theme parks — including monetized live streaming — after a recent, disturbing incident inside Disneyland that triggered a massive police response. The chaos unfolded in March when Anaheim police rushed to … Read more
The magic of Disney is making your money disappear. Walt Disney World in Orlando has revealed ticket prices through October 2027, with a one-day park ticket costing up to $219 per person. The steep price applies to tickets for next year’s President’s Day Weekend and marks a new record for Disney World tickets. But brace … Read more
Ready to get “ghosted” at the altar? Disneyland is giving die-hard fans the chance to tie the knot in front of its iconic Haunted Mansion attraction — but the spooky fairytale wedding comes with a chilling price tag and an even scarier start time. The newly announced nuptial package will set couples back a minimum … Read more
Sex is back on the loudspeaker. Disney diehards are digitally divided amid trending claims that the formerly nixed “ladies and gentlemen” salutation at its theme parks has been restored — signaling, to some, that the world is “returning to normalcy.” “It was very nice to hear that ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ has returned to the Magic … Read more
Imagine Olaf, the lovable snowman, strolling and chatting his way into a Disney park near you. Following the debut of an animatronic version in Paris, it could soon be happening. The free-roaming version of the beloved Frozen character was introduced last month at World of Frozen — a new themed land — at Disney Adventure … Read more
Hold onto your Mickey ears — and stow that Stanley cup. Disneyland is banning the bougie reusable water bottles from a top ride following a surge in shutdowns — revealing that attached-at-the-lip tourists are creating operational headaches at the happiest place on earth. At a recent briefing, park officials said that a growing number of temporary … Read more
Disneyland Resort may be ending its 11 a.m. park-hopping rule, allowing guests to move between its two theme parks at any time of day. The change applies to visitors with Park Hopper tickets and Magic Key passes, who previously had to wait until late morning before crossing between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, theme park … Read more
One of the biggest thrills in sports just got bigger. Announced on Tuesday, the Savannah Bananas have furthered their partnership with ESPN and Disney+ on a 25-game exclusive package beginning February 28. Every game will be made available by streaming the ESPN App or through Disney+, with a select number of games being aired live … Read more