Tag: Special Events

Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 1/31/14 – Lunar New Year

Posted on by Jason Dz
Contributing photographer Jason of disneygeek.com sends us these photos from his trip to the parks on Friday, January 31, 2014. This weekend the Disneyland Resort is celebrating the Lunar New Year, year of the horse. Festivities take place at Paradise Gardens in Disney California Adventure from 11am to 5pm Fri-Sun. Downtown Disney also has events … Continue reading "Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 1/31/14 – Lunar New Year"
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Disneyland Candlelight Processional 2013

Posted on by Laura Gilbreath
Disneyland's tradition of the Candlelight Processional, featuring a massed choir performing Christmas music, began in 1958. Unlike Epcot, it is only performed on two nights, typically the first weekend of December, making it more of a challenge to see. (Last year it was performed on 20 nights, but they did not repeat that this year.) Some people arrive at park opening to stake out their spots for the processional at 5:30 in the evening!
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Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 11/08/13 – Disney California Adventure

Posted on by Jason Dz
Contributing photographer Jason of disneygeek.com sends us these photos from his trip to the parks on Friday, November 8, 2013. This posting takes a look at Disney California Adventure. Time to visit DCA. Buena Vista Street is all decorated and alive with Holiday cheer. Too bad they did not switch out the Big Top Toys … Continue reading "Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 11/08/13 – Disney California Adventure"
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Disney Pic of the Week – New Orleans Square

Posted on by Lisa Berton
It’s funny how our topic for this week is in line with my first visit to New Orleans. Soon I will be able to draw comparisons between Disneyland’s homage and the real French Quarter and surrounding area. My friend has already informed me that finding a non-alcoholic mint julep will be impossible. I guess we’ll … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – New Orleans Square"
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A Window for Disney Legend Tony Baxter

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
“I’m not subtle.” –Tony Baxter On November 1st, Disneyland bestowed its highest honor on Disney Legend/Imagineer Tony Baxter–a window on Main St., USA. Baxter has enjoyed a long and illustrious career with Walt Disney Imagineering since the age of 17, and maintains active in mentoring the current crop of Imagineers despite stepping down his involvement … Continue reading "A Window for Disney Legend Tony Baxter"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Halloween Time

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Disneyland and California Adventure are packed during September and October and for good reason; Halloween Time is when the parks get a makeover not only with decorations but with attraction transformations, a party, and themed treats. I love how Haunted Mansion has a Nightmare Before Christmas layover and more villains are out mingling and stirring … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Halloween Time"
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Dia de los Reyes Magos at the Disneyland Resort

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
From January 4-6, 2013, Disneyland Resort will be celebrating the Latin American holiday "Dia de los Reyes Magos", or Three Kings day. Disney describes it thusly: "Dia de Reyes, also known as Three Kings Day, is a festive holiday celebrated on January 6. From generation to generation, the people of Spain, Mexico, Central America, and Puerto Rico have enjoyed a rich cultural tradition of celebrating this popular holiday. Iconic symbols, time-honored traditions, scenic displays and children's activities play an important part in this festive occasion within the Hispanic cultures."
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