February 2001 – present LOCATION Paradise Gardens Park – Follow the main path along the waterfront, and you will see the Jumpin’ Jellyfish, just before the path veers left toward the ferris wheel. BACKGROUND Jumpin’ Jellyfish was one of the first rides installed in California Adventure specifically for the youngest park guests. Since California Adventure […] Read more…
June 2008 – present LOCATION Pixar Pier – Cross the bridge to the back of Pixar Pier or follow the walkway past the Golden Zephyr and Silly Symphony Swings, and you will see Midway Mania; it’s the largest building in the back of the Pier. BACKGROUND Toy Story Midway Mania! debuted in California Adventure in […] Read more…
July 2011 – present LOCATION Paradise Gardens Park – Whether you’re entering from Pacific Wharf or Grizzly Peak, follow the path along the right of the Park. You will see Goofy’s Sky School tucked in the right corner, across from the Silly Symphony Swings. BACKGROUND Goofy’s Sky School replaced Mulholland Madness, a virtually identical coaster […] Read more…
June 2011 – present LOCATION Paradise Gardens Park – When entering from either Pacific Wharf or Grizzly Peak, you will see Ariel on your right; it’s the large corner building across from the World of Color viewing platforms. BACKGROUND Imagineers conceptualized Little Mermaid dark rides for several of the parks worldwide, but none of the plans […] Read more…
February 2001 – present BACKGROUND Hollywood Land was originally dubbed “Hollywood Pictures Backlot” and was much more focused on filmmaking and iconic Disney movies. The entrance originally featured a prominent studio gate, and there were no major attractions or headline rides in the land. When California Adventure began its expansion and renovation, the Hollywood area […] Read more…
June 2010 – present LOCATION Paradise Park – On the water overlooking Mickey’s Fun Wheel and California Screamin’. To view World of Color, head to your designated fast pass tier, or ask a cast member for assistance. BACKGROUND When California Adventure began its major expansion from 2007-2012, Imagineers wanted to create a show somewhat like Fantasmic! […] Read more…