When Disneyland was a startup project within a larger company, the early Imagineering team had to be scrappy. They had limited time, limited resources, and one big opportunity to “get it right”. The team members who helped make this project happen had to be an equal mix of talented and adaptable, able to work on […] Read more…
Regardless of the actual equinox date, in my brain it’s finally springtime when Food & Wine returns. Great news one and all – we’re finally in spring! California Adventure’s Food & Wine Festival is back now through April 27. Source: Disneyland Resort California Adventure’s Food & Wine Festival is a daily experience open to all park […] Read more…
When we think about Disneyland, usually very vivid images come to mind: your favorite roller coasters, the castle, the mountains. But in between these epic moments are the subtler sights and sounds that work together to give Disneyland its atmosphere. And one of the Imagineers that lent her hand to these details is Joyce Carlson. […] Read more…
The 2026 Disneyland After Dark Lineup is well underway, but I still wanted to take a moment to explain everything coming this spring! Disneyland After Dark is a series of ticketed evening parties in Disneyland, on select nights. Like the Halloween parties, these events offer guests smaller crowds, special offerings, character encounters, and unique photo […] Read more…
In February, Disneyland typically hosts a multi-weekend festival to celebrate Black History Month, Celebrate Gospel. This year, the gospel celebration continues, but the event will be larger than ever, with an expanded lineup and new name: Celebrate Soulfully. Source: MouseInfo The gospel performances will take place across two weekends in Downtown Disney: February 20-21 and February 27-28, […] Read more…
As most of us are winding down holiday celebrations (or looking ahead to new year’s eve), Disneyland is looking an event ahead, as per usual! Up next in just a few weeks, the Lunar New Year Celebration will arrive in California Adventure from January 23 to February 22. Here’s everything you need to know to […] Read more…
Happy holidays, whichever one you’re celebrating! Today, my plans involve indulging in some treats with family…and honestly not much else, which I’m thrilled about. I hope you’re spending the day doing something equally festive and lazy. If soaking in the magic of Disneyland is part of your holiday bucket list, good news, there’s still time! […] Read more…
Note: this post covers Disneyland’s refurbishment “season”, from January-March. For current scheduled closures, please visit here. In just a few weeks, Disneyland will slide into one of its unofficial seasons: refurbishment season. Typically running from January through March, this is when the resort schedules a higher number of ride closures than at other times of year, […] Read more…
The very first land visitors ever encounter when crossing into the happiest place on earth is quite a pressure-filled position. Main Street USA has to instantaneously transport you from everyday life into the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy. As you can imagine, that means Imagineers put tremendous care into designing this important land. Through […] Read more…
If you have ever met a succession of princesses in the Fantasy Faire or watched Mary Poppins ride the King Arthur Carrousel, you know that characters are such an important piece of Disneyland’s storytelling. The special moments characters create often become some of visitors’ best trip memories. But characters weren’t always so seamless to interact […] Read more…
When you look back at concept art for the original Disneyland areas, many look radically different from the final product, even on opening day. But an exception to this rule might just be Adventureland. While not every concept image is a precise match, you can absolutely see the core themes or spirit or whatever you […] Read more…
It’s been a while since I went through my photos and shared some park snapshots! I absolutely love looking back at photos, and based on my DMs, you’re all really enjoying this series too. So here are some more pictures from around the resort to brighten your Tuesday. The back trail through Grizzly Peak is […] Read more…
Hello, happy haunts! Halloween is just days away, but it feels like it’s been here for a while with the long season Disneyland dedicates to it. From the sold-out Oogie Boogie Bashes to villains roaming the parks to all kinds of special treats, the 2025 season was as big as ever. Take a moment to […] Read more…
The leaves haven’t even started changing yet (not that they ever really do in Anaheim), but all eyes are already turning to the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort. I personally absolutely LOVE the holidays at Disneyland, even with all the crowds. This year’s festivities run November 14 through January 7. Source: Disneyland Resort THE […] Read more…