Disneyland Resort Newsroom

LINCOLN RETURNS

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:00:00 EST

Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, a beloved Disneyland attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics technology, reopens Dec. 18 on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

MR. PRESIDENT

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:00:00 EST

MR. PRESIDENT: President Abraham Lincoln returns to the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland with stunning new Audio-Animatronics technology that makes this the most lifelike and expressive Lincoln figure yet.   Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, a beloved Disneyland attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics technology, reopens Dec. 18 on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

MR. PRESIDENT

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:00:00 EST

President Abraham Lincoln returns to the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland with stunning new Audio-Animatronics technology that makes this the most lifelike and expressive Lincoln figure yet.   Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, a beloved Disneyland attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics technology, reopens Dec. 18 on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

MR. PRESIDENT

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:00:00 EST

ELECTRONIC TOUR GUIDE TO GO

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:00:00 EST

A screenshot from Mobile Magic, the first Disney-developed mobile application that enables Verizon Wireless users to easily navigate Disney parks on both coasts. Mobile Magic provides helpful and timely information to Verizon Wireless customers using select feature phones.  With either a swipe of their fingers or the touch of a few keys, guests can access an array of park features including updated attraction wait times and FASTPASS return times for the park they are in and locations of their favorite attractions, characters and restaurants. Exclusive to Verizon Wireless customers, Mobile Magic is available for download and purchase for $9.99 for a 180-day subscription.

TIANA'S SHOWBOAT JUBILEE

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:00:00 EST

Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and other characters from the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures animated feature film “The Princess and the Frog” star in “Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee!,” a rousing, colorful procession with a jazz-filled Mardi Gras theme.  The good times roll as festively dressed, bead-tossing revelers lead Disneyland guests from New Orleans Square to the Mark Twain Riverboat dock. The party moves onboard as paddlewheels begin turning and the Mark Twain makes its way along the river to singing, dancing and all that jazz. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

TIANA'S SHOWBOAT JUBILEE

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

PRINCESS TIANA AND PRINCE NAVEEN

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

PRINCESS TIANA AND PRINCE NAVEEN -- Starting Friday, Nov. 6. Disneyland guests will be treated to appearances by Princess Tiana, star of the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures animated feature film “The Princess and the Frog.” Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and other characters from the motion picture will star in “Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee!,” a rousing, colorful procession with a jazz-filled Mardi Gras theme. The good times will roll as festively dressed, bead-tossing revelers lead Disneyland guests from New Orleans Square to the Mark Twain Riverboat dock. The party moves onboard as paddlewheels begin turning and the Mark Twain makes its way along the river to singing, dancing and all that jazz. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland) 10_09_DL_04525

PRINCESS TIANA AND PRINCE NAVEEN

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

PRINCESS TIANA AND PRINCE NAVEEN

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

PRINCESS TIANA AND PRINCE NAVEEN

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST

PRINCESS TIANA AND PRINCE NAVEEN -- Starting Friday, Nov. 6. Disneyland guests will be treated to appearances by Princess Tiana, star of the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures animated feature film “The Princess and the Frog.” Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and other characters from the motion picture will star in “Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee!,” a rousing, colorful procession with a jazz-filled Mardi Gras theme.  The good times will roll as festively dressed, bead-tossing revelers lead Disneyland guests from New Orleans Square to the Mark Twain Riverboat dock. The party moves onboard as paddlewheels begin turning and the Mark Twain makes its way along the river to singing, dancing and all that jazz. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

PIXIE HOLLOW'S LATEST RESIDENT

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:00:00 EST

Terence, a new dust-keeper fairy, is now greeting Guests at Pixie Hollow at Disneyland Park.  Visitors will also discover that Autumn has arrived and has magically transformed the world around them with the deep greens, crimsons, oranges, golds, and browns of harvest time.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

PIXIE HOLLOW'S LATEST RESIDENT

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:00:00 EST

THE DISNEY GALLERY REOPENS

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST

THE DISNEY GALLERY REOPENS -- The Disney Gallery has reopened in its new home in Town Square at Disneyland. The Gallery is now in the former Bank of Main Street and the design maintains elements of the bank, including the original vault, while building on the charming turn-of-the-century atmosphere of Main Street, U.S.A. Three large display rooms will feature concept art, Disney-inspired art, prints, sculptures, books and other items for sale to guests. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

WHAT'S THIS?!

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST

New this year to Halloween Time at Disneyland is “Halloween Screams - A Villainous Surprise in the Skies.”  The new fireworks spectacular haunts the nighttime sky throughout the Halloween season.  To start the show, “Master of Scare-omonies” Jack Skellington appears in a flash of fire above Sleeping Beauty Castle.  Haunting melodies fill the air and a Halloween pyrotechnics extravaganza explodes into the night.  Such classic Disney villains as Maleficent, Ursula the Sea Witch and Oogie Boogie join in the “spirit” of the celebration, and even Zero, Jack’s faithful ghost dog, will make an appearance.  Disneyland guests are encouraged to participate in a bone-chilling Halloween Scream-Along during the show. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

HALLOWEEN SCREAMS

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:00:00 EST

OOGIE BOOGIE NIGHTS

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:00:00 EST

WEB SIGHTING

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:00:00 EST

GHOST GALAXY

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EST

For older kids and adults, Halloween Time offers a new attraction: "Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy" in Tomorrowland at Disneyland.  The scary new experience will begin as a typical Space Mountain adventure, but will suddenly launch voyagers into an uncharted and haunted section of the universe.  Ghosts appear out of the starry darkness and swirling galaxies of Space Mountain, reaching out as if to grab guests as they speed through space.  The exhilarating drops and curves of the journey are punctuated by piercing screams, creepy sound effects and haunting music.  (Disney)

OOGIE BOOGIE NIGHTS

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EST

NEW STAR TOURS

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 14:00:00 EST

In an exciting scene from the new Star Tours, guests aboard Starspeeders will join in a high-speed pod race through the desert canyons of Tatooine.  The launch of the new Star Wars based attraction was announced at the D23 Expo on Saturday by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo.   2009 © Lucasfilm Ltd.TM and Disney Enterprises, Inc.   All Rights Reserved.

JACK SPARROW AND THE TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:00:00 EST

In an extraordinary exhibition designed especially for the D23 Expo, an incredible collection of classic and contemporary Disney props, artifacts and costumes will be accessible to the public for the first time ever. “Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives” brings together such amazing pieces as the fully restored, 11-foot model of the Nautilus from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea; the stunning, jewel-encrusted book used in the opening moments of Sleeping Beauty; Michael Jackson’s costume from Captain EO; and other rare surprises from throughout Disney’s history. Ranging from the original Mickey Mouse Club and the musical classic Mary Poppins to recent hits like Pirates of the Caribbean and High School Musical, the “Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives” is a never-before-experienced exhibition that’s a D23 Expo exclusive.  (Scott Brinegar/Disney)

Mickey the Vampire

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:15:00 EST

 HALLOWEEN TIME: From Sept. 25 through Nov. 1, families have a chance to celebrate Halloween Time as they interact with some of Disney’s most beloved characters decked out in seasonal costumes, along with Disney’s more sinister characters - the Disney villains - at Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure parks. Guests will enjoy a spooky new fireworks show called “Halloween Screams-A Villainous Surprise in the Skies.”  A scary new adventure awaits at Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy and Mickey’s Trick-or-Treat Party returns for 12 special nights in October.  10_08_DL_00091

HALLOWEEN TIME:

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST

HALLOWEEN TIME: Spooky new fireworks and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy add to the fun at Disneyland Resort when Halloween Time returns, Sept. 25-Nov. 1. Those additions join traditional fan favorites such as Haunted Mansion Holiday and festive Halloween décor to entertain guests this fall. Halloween Time offers families a chance to celebrate the season as they interact with some of Disney’s most beloved characters decked out in seasonal costumes, along with Disney’s more sinister characters - the Disney villains - at Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure parks.  10_08_DL_00004

HALLOWEEN TIME:

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST

HALLOWEEN TIME: Festive fall décor, spooky new fireworks and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy add to the fun at Disneyland Resort when Halloween Time returns, Sept. 25-Nov. 1. Those additions join traditional fan favorites such as Haunted Mansion Holiday to entertain guests this fall. Halloween Time offers families a chance to celebrate the season as they interact with some of Disney’s most beloved characters decked out in seasonal costumes, along with Disney’s more sinister characters - the Disney villains - at Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure parks.  9_07_DL_3266

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS:

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS: The traditional Mexican “Día de los Muertos” is being observed in Zocalo Park in Frontierland at Disneyland, part of the Halloween Time fun Sept. 25 through Nov. 1. Look for festive banners, lanterns, floral displays, face painting and the “calaca” skeleton figures that characterize the celebration. 9_07_DL_4971

HALLOWEEN TIME:

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EST

HALLOWEEN TIME: From Sept. 25 through Nov. 1, families have a chance to celebrate Halloween Time as they interact with some of Disney’s most beloved characters decked out in seasonal costumes, along with Disney’s more sinister characters - the Disney villains - at Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure parks. Guests will enjoy a spooky new fireworks show called “Halloween Screams-A Villainous Surprise in the Skies.”  A scary new adventure awaits at Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy and Mickey’s Trick-or-Treat Party returns for 12 special nights in October.

New Dragon in Fantasmic

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:45:00 EST

JOINING THE CAST AT DISNEYLAND---A spectacular new fire-breathing dragon has joined the cast of “Fantasmic!” the long-running spectacular presented on the “Rivers of America” in New Orleans Square and Frontierland in Disneyland. “Fantasmic!” combines Disney characters, live performers and amazing special effects with high-definition digital images from classic Disney movies, projected on giant mist screens. The dragon, inspired by “Sleeping Beauty,” stands over 45 feet tall, is capable of a wide range of movement and breathes a 35-foot-long plume of fire which ignites the Rivers of America. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

New Dragon in Fantasmic

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:00:00 EST

New Dragon in Fantasmic

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:00:00 EST

Matterhorn Bobsleds and Monorail Mark VII

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:00:00 EST

The first tubular steel roller coaster opened in 1959 at Disneyland, rising 159 feet over Fantasyland.  Guests on the Matterhorn Bobsleds scale the snowy summit in a racing toboggan and speed down the slopes to a sensational splashdown in an Apine pond, while the Abominable Snowman is rumored to be lurking around every turn.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Historic Trio

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:00:00 EST

Three of the most popular attractions at Disneyland - the Disneyland Monorail, Matterhorn Bobsleds and Submarine Voyage - all debuted on the same day, June 14, 1959.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Matterhorn Bobsleds

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:00:00 EST

The first tubular steel roller coaster opened in 1959 at Disneyland, rising 159 feet over Fantasyland.  Guests on the Matterhorn Bobsleds scale the snowy summit in a racing toboggan and speed down the slopes to a sensational splashdown in an Apine pond, while the Abominable Snowman is rumored to be lurking around every turn.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Matterhorn Bobsleds at Night

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:00:00 EST

The first tubular steel roller coaster opened in 1959 at Disneyland adjacent to the Submarine Voyage Lagoon.  Guests on the Matterhorn Bobsleds scale the snowy summit in a racing toboggan and speed down the slopes to a sensational splashdown in an Apine pond, while the Abominable Snowman is rumored to be lurking around every turn.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF SPLASH MOUNTAIN

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:00:00 EST

Based on the animated characters and sequences from Song of the South, this Critter Country classic opened at Disneyland on July 17, 1989.  Traveling in a hollowed-out log, Guests travel through backwoods swamps and bayous before reaching the thrilling high-speed 52-foot flume drop, at a 45 degree angle.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

MORE 'FANTASMIC' THAN EVER

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:00:00 EST

Newly enhanced special effects - including a giant dragon, the Sea Witch's slithering eels from "The Little Mermaid," and a new look for Captain Hook's crocodile nemesis -are among the highlights of the spectacular "Fantasmic!" show on the Rivers of America in Disneyland. For Summer Nightastic! at Disneyland, the show's projected scenes of classic Disney characters have been converted to high-definiton digital video, making the images practically jump off the giant mist screens. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

NEW DISNEYLAND FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:00:00 EST

Disneyland Summer Nightastic! features an all-new nightly fireworks show, Magical, built around some of the most beloved moments from Disney movies. Dumbo, the Flying Elephant, appears for the first time in the night sky, dancing through the air over Sleeping Beauty Castle. Tinker Bell takes her traditional flight over Sleeping Beauty Castle, waving her wand to start the show and beckon a cast of favorite Disney characters.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

NEW DISNEYLAND FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:00:00 EST

NEW DISNEYLAND FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:00:00 EST

NEW DISNEYLAND FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHT

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:00:00 EST

Celebrate! A Street Party

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:00:00 EST

CELEBRATE TODAY! – Join the fun at Disneyland with “Celebrate! A Street Party,” an exhilarating spectacle of music, dance and guest participation along Main Street USA. This daily street show features an energetic cast of dancers (including stilt-dancers) and Disney characters who invite guests to join them in the kind of dazzling celebration that can be found only at Disneyland Resort. It’s part of the exciting, new entertainment that invites guests to “Celebrate Today!” (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Celebrate! A Street Party

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:00:00 EST

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

Aspiring young princesses (and knights) will be treated to the full fairy-tale treatment at the Disneyland Resort as they celebrate a pixie-dusted makeover at the all-new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, located in the Sleeping Beauty Castle Courtyard. A Fairy Godmother-in-training magically transforms girls into the princesses of their dreams with three packages that include hair, makeup, princess sash and other accessories fit for royalty. Boys are transformed into gallant young knights with a daring hairstyle, a Prince Philip shield and a sword for fun and heroism.

it's a small world

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:00:00 EST

'it’s a small world' attraction at Disneyland in Anaheim, California.  One of the most popular Disney attractions of all time, the show is a fun-filled and whimsical salute to the children of the world that conveys its message of peace and harmony through the international language of music.

Pirates of the Caribbean

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 02:00:00 EST

NO ESCAPE -- In one of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" attraction's most memorable scenes, a dog holds the keys - and the futures of some undesirables - in his mouth.  This classic moment was recreated in Walt Disney Pictures' "Pirates of the Caribbean:The Curse of the Black Pearl."

Lovely Landmark

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland is the centerpiece of Fantasyland, and one of the most recognizable structures in the world. Surrounded by beautiful flowers and whimsical topiary, the Disneyland landmark beckons park visitors to explore the different realms of the place "Where Dreams Come True." Walt Disney wanted this castle to be a friendly and welcoming presence in his park so it was built on a smaller scale than its European counterparts. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Innoventions Dream Home

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Disneyland Resort has formed a five-year alliance with Microsoft, HP, Life|ware and home builder Taylor Morrison to showcase integrated digital technologies for the home in the immersive, story-telling experiences for which Disney is known. The alliance includes the design and development of the new Innoventions Dream Home attraction, a 5,000+ sq. ft. home belonging to the fictional Elias family, located at Innoventions in Tomorrowland at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Jedi Training Academy

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

Skilled Jedi Masters select young Padawans to train in the ways of the Force. During this exciting and fast-paced live Star Wars experience, children are taught how to handle special “training” lightsabers . . . and then face the Dark Lord of the Sith, Darth Vader – every day at the Tomorrowland Terrace stage.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Disney Princess Fantasy Faire

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 00:00:00 EST

Guests of all ages will be able to join their favorite princesses for a royal gathering as they enter the enchanted world of "happily ever after" where little princesses and knights are invited to meet and greet visiting royalty on the Royal Walk — making this a fairytale experience come true!  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Reawakened Beauty

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 EST

Disneyland guests can once again experience the story of "Sleeping Beauty" inside the new walkthrough attraction located inside the famous Disneyland castle. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Pixie Hollow

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

TINKER BELL IN PIXIE HOLLOW -- Disneyland guests can now meet one of the most beloved Disney characters of all time at the all-new “Pixie Hollow.”  Guests will get the strange feeling that they are shrinking to fairy size as they make their way to Tinker Bell’s home where they they will encounter Tink and her friends.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Mickey's Toontown

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

The land built by toons, Mickey's Toontown, is home to your favorite Disney characters.

Disneyland Monorail Mark VII

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

RIDING THE RAIL — Guests can enjoy aerial views The new Monorail "Red" Mark VII makes its way from Tomorrowland Station to the Downtown Disney District.  Originally opened in 1959, this sleek monorail system was America's first single-rail transportation system.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

YELLOW SUBMARINE - The original submarines from the Disneyland Submarine Voyage, a popular attraction for many years at the California theme park, have been extensively refitted for the 21st Century adventure of Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage. The new attraction, which premieres June 11, takes explorers on an undersea voyage during which they'll have close encounters with the fish characters from the Disney-Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Photo: Paul Hiffmeyer/Disney

Innoventions Dream Home

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

KITCHEN -- Like most kitchens, the Elias family Kitchen is more than just a place to prepare food. It’s where the calendar is kept, and where family photos and works of art are displayed. New technology enables all of this, with a virtual bulletin board that posts all the latest messages about soccer schedules, along with digital photos and versions of the kids’ hand-drawn creations.  Since this Dream Home Kitchen is fully interconnected, appliances can “talk” to one another. So can the grocery items.  If Mrs. Elias puts a bag of flour on the counter, the computer voice of “Lillian” will provide recipes and instructions to prepare the meals. If ingredients are missing or out-of-date, the interconnected pantry and refrigerator will share the information and create a shopping list on the virtual bulletin board.  (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Indiana Jones™ Adventure

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Disneyland attraction that redefined the 'E-ticket' experience, the 'Indiana Jones Adventure – Temple of the Forbidden Eye' continues to thrill guests daily - more than 95 million of them since its opening in 1995.  © Disney/LucasFilm Ltd.

Space Mountain

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

This Disneyland favorite is now a re-”Imagineered” 21st century thrill attraction, featuring an all-new queue and Space Port, redesigned rockets, an all-new exhilarating on-board audio soundtrack and “out of this world” new effects, plus a few new surprises.  (Paul Hifffmeyer/Disneyland)

Haunted Mansion

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

This New Orleans Square attraction opened August 9, 1969 and is the home of 999 happy haunts – but there is “always room for one more.”

Main Street Station

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

The beuatifully landscaped 'floral Mickey' has been greeting Diseyland guests in front of the Main Street train station since opening day.

Winnie the Pooh

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

Guests join Winnie the Pooh and his pals on a journey through the Hundred Acre Wood that takes them through Pooh’s dream world of Heffalumps and Woozles in The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. 

Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

In this popular Tomorrowland attraction, guests pilot their very own Star Cruiser through a comical interactive space mission where they twist, turn and fire personal laser cannons for points. Guests will also be virtually paired up with internet partners who will join the adventure at Disneyland in real time through web cam technology. This groundbreaking innovation, melding a Disney theme park attraction with real-time online interaction, will be a first for any Disney theme park. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

HOLIDAY MAGIC

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 EST