DLWeekly Podcast - Disneyland News and Information

This week, a TON of updates coming to the Disneyland Resort Hotels, two new stores are open in Downtown Disney, a new President for the Resort, Celebrate Soulfully is returning, we talk to Teresa about her latest cruise on the Disney Fantasy, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Some big updates are coming to the hotels at the Disneyland Resort. This Spring, Napa Rose will close to undergo a refurbishment that will bring French oak flooring and columns, which is the type of wood used to make wine barrels, new lighting, and materials throughout the restaurant. Expanded counters will allow more guests to experience the open kitchen, and a new outdoor patio will be added. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ Two new Concierge lounges will be coming to the Disneyland Hotel and Disney’s Grand Californian. The High Key Club will open at the Disneyland Hotel, celebrating Disneyland in 1955. The overall aesthetic will be mid-century modern and will nearly double the previous club-level lounge in the Adventure Tower. A second club-level lounge will open at the Grand Californian. The new two-story space will celebrate the California Craftsman style and be located on the 5th and 6th floors overlooking the Great Hall lobby. This space should open in 2026. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ All guests of the Grand Californian will benefit from this next update. New decor will added to every guest room, including the Disney Vacation Club Villas. The new designs will feature bright colors inspired by California wildflower blooms. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ Two new suites are coming to the Pixar Place Hotel. The new suites will feature two bedrooms. The Coco Suite will have Oaxacan [Wah-Hah-Kihn]-style architecture with terracotta tiling, Mexican artisan quilted and woven pieces, a fireplace, and more. The Incredibles Suite will be a mid-century modern design with a “spy-fi” twist. A room designed by Edna Mode herself will be one of the spaces, along with a hand-scanning prop at the entryway, among other special effects. These rooms should open this summer. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/exciting-new-additions-hotels-of-disneyland-resort/ Two stores in Downtown Disney have finally opened! Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, which replaces Marceline’s Confectionary opened last week. The shop is spacious and offers many of the same items as Marceline’s. A new offering is the Werther’s Original Caramel popcorn. There is a nod to Marceline, MO in the train display in the window. Storyland Boutique, which is in the old Wonderground location, also opened offering a ever-changing theme. Currently, the theme is “cure, cuddly, and plushy.” The store currently has create-your-own headbands, plush characters, and Pooh and Stitch merchandise. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/22/phenomenal-popcorn-news-theres-a-new-disney-store-selling-werthers-caramel-popcorn/#more-1003589 https://www.micechat.com/344054-disneyland-news-downtown-disney-expansion/ The Disneyland Resort will have a new President starting in March. Ken Potrock, the current President, will be moving to overseeing Disney’s involvement in the 2028 Olympics. The new President, Thomas Mazloum (maz-lowm), came from Disney Cruise Line and “Signature Experiences.” – https://www.micechat.com/408393-new-disneyland-president-what-needs-to-change-under-mazloum/ https://www.micechat.com/408424-disneyland-update-takeovers-makeovers-sugar-rush/ Last Friday was Anaheim Ducks Day at the resort. There was a cavalcade, guests had the chance to ride an attraction with players, a fan zone to test your hockey skills, and more. –...

This week, the Haunted Mansion is back with a few new surprises, the exterior of the Mansion also has an update,The Year of the Snake has kicked off with a new confection, Magic Keys are back on sale, we finish our conversation with Ken Bruce, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The original version of the Haunted Mansion opened this week, and with it a new bride has appeared! The new bride replaces the previous Constance Hatchaway bride at the end of the attic scene. The new bride appears to be floating above the ground, holding a candelabra instead of a hatchet, with the return of the beating heart effect. In addition to the new bride, her candelabra can now be seen in the endless hallway, and inside a crypt in the graveyard scene. She is joined by a one-eyed cat, similar to the one-eyed cat that was installed previously. Lighting and sound has been upgraded throughout the attraction as well. – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ https://www.micechat.com/408138-news-disneyland-haunted-mansion-new-bride/ An area above the newly finished extended queue of the Haunted Mansion has finally been completed. The cemetery on the hill has been unveiled from the scrim blocking the area before. New vegetation and tombstones dot the hill and add some great themeing. – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ The Year of the Snake has kicked off this Lunar New Year festivity at Disney California Adventure. In addition to all the food that we spoke about last week, there is also a new Year of the Snake display in the lobby of the Grand Californian Hotel. A Mickey-shaped snake was cooked up by the culinary team at the resort to honor the holiday. It is made using 40 pounds of white chocolate, 30 pounds of fondant, 10 pounds of crisped rice cereal, and 3 pounds of marshmallows. – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ It is that time again when Magic Keys are back on sale for a limited time! By the time you hear this, they will already be on sale. We recommend that you act fast since the last time Magic Keys went on sale, sales were paused after less than 6 days. – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ In Downtown Disney, the foundation has started to come together for the new, and hopefully final, location for Earl of Sandwich. No timeline has been posted on when construction will wrap up, but the sooner the better! – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ This Friday, January 24th, is Anaheim Ducks Day at Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney. Inside the park, a cavalcade, appearances by select Anaheim Ducks players, themed games, and more will take place. In Downtown Disney, there will be an overtime fan zone with entertainment, activities, and photo ops. – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ New dinner menu items have appeared at the Red Rose Taverne in Fantasyland. Three new “folds,” including a Plant-Based Veggie Fantasyland Fair Fold with cauliflower, quinoa, arugula, hash browns, cheese, and chili-lime aioli for $13, the Burger Fantasyland Fold with seasoned ground beef, hash browns, cheese, white cheese sauce, and burger sauce for $14.99, and a Spicy Chicken Fantasyland Fair Fold with four-chili spiced chicken patty, hash browns, cheese, white cheese sauce, and pickle aioli for $13.99. Also, a Salted Caramel Butter Cake Sundae with vanilla ice cream, salted caramel, and pretzel sticks is available for lunch and dinner for $8.49. – https://www.micechat.com/407954-disneyland-update-new-bride-lunar-new-year-construction/ Guests staying at the Pixar Place...

This week, Disney helps with the wildfire response, construction has started on a highly anticipated project, the Lunar New Year celebration starts this week, a change coming to the Sip and Savor pass, we talk to Author Ken Bruce about Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is a time of great sadness in Southern California as wildfires rage and devastates so many people’s lives. The Walt Disney Company has committed $15 million dollars to Los Angeles Area Fire Relief & Rebuilding Efforts. Further resources will be provided to the Employee Relief Fund to help Disney employees who are impacted. Many Imagineers called the areas of fire devastation home. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-company-los-angeles-area-fire-relief-rebuilding-efforts/ https://www.micechat.com/407847-disneyland-news-fires-hope-next-chapter/ Construction has officially begun on the expansion to Avengers Campus. Sunday, January 12th the Timon parking lot was closed to start construction. A lot of prep work still needs to be completed before any vertical construction can begin, but it has started! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/12/confirmed-construction-just-started-on-disneys-avengers-campus-expansion/ For Weeklyteers who want to get in on the Beverage Education & Tasting Seminars for the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival, tickets and reservations are now open. The festival will run from February 28th through April 21st. Visit the link in the show notes for all the details and to book your spot! – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/disney-california-adventure/food-wine-beer-spirits-tasting-seminars/#tab-panel-block2-1 If a casting call is any indication, there is a new show coming to DCA this summer. The casting call is looking for “vibrant, energetic, and dynamic vocalists of all gender identities.” The performer chosen will be a DJ host who is youthful, quirky, and has great comedic timing, according to the post. This could be a new show moving into the Disney Theatre, home to the Disney Jr. Dance Party. – https://wdwnt.com/2025/01/casting-new-show-disney-california-adventure-s25/ Fans of the Disney Dress Shop in Downtown Disney may be wondering where it went soon. The location is getting a new sign “Disney Storyland Boutique.” Once the new sign is installed, the shop should also be reopening in the old Wonderground Gallery location. – https://www.micechat.com/407847-disneyland-news-fires-hope-next-chapter/ A Megabot sipper from Big Hero 6 is available for purchase in Disney California Adventure starting Friday. The sipper is in the shape of a Megabot – the robot seen in the opening scenes of the movie. Guests can purchase this item at both restaurants in San Fransokyo. – https://wdwnt.com/2025/01/new-big-hero-6-megabot-sipper-coming-soon/ Lunar New Year arrives at Disney California Adventure later this week and the six food marketplace booths are already setup, with menus and pricing revealed. It looks like the pricing has increased on the items, so a Sip and Savor Pass might be the way to go. No pricing has been released for the pass at this time. – https://www.micechat.com/407847-disneyland-news-fires-hope-next-chapter/ When purchasing a Sip and Savor pass this year, you will have another choice to make: what design do you want? This year’s passes will come in three limited designs which pay homage to either Chinese, Vietnamese, or Korean cultures, while also featuring Disney characters in culturally-inspired outfits designed by artist Ann Shen. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disney-california-adventure/sip-and-savor/ A new beignet has come to the Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square. The Chocolate Hazelnut-flavored Mickey-shaped Beignets are basically Nutella beignets! There is...

This week, Parkside Market is open in Downtown Disney, we have the location and menu details, dates for two unofficial days at the resort have been announced, a new Haunted Mansion sipper, the return of a nighttime spectacular for the next few months, we finish our conversation with David Bossert, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Parkside Market officially opened on January 4th. The new location looks great and features a variety of food and beverage options. If guests go upstairs, they can order from all three locations with the server rather than buy individual items from each with separate transactions. The location also has stunning views of Downtown Disney and the monorail from the second floor. – https://www.micechat.com/344054-disneyland-news-downtown-disney-expansion/ Parkside Market menus – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/04/first-look-at-the-menus-for-4-new-restaurants-opening-in-downtown-disney/ https://www.parksidemarketla.com/ We have a date for Adventureland Day at Disneyland this year! Sunday, March 2nd is the day for the event this year. This unofficial event celebrates the fun and exotic nature of the land, with guests dressing up in their Adventureland best. To follow along with all the fun, check out the link in our show notes! – https://www.instagram.com/p/DEaYBc-R9Gq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The Spring dates for Dapper Days have been announced! In Disneyland, Dapper Days will be April 12th and 13th. April 13th is the day in Disneyland, with the 12th being the Dapper Day Expo at the Disneyland Hotel. Over at Walt Disney World, Dapper Days are April 26th and 27th, with park dates to be announced. Tickets for the Expo and more are available in the show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/01/every-dapper-day-event-announced-for-disney-world-and-disneyland-in-2025/#more-997834 https://dapperday.com/ It was just a matter of time before another Haunted Mansion collectible came out. For this release, the Bride from the Mansion is in the form of a sipper! It features Constance Hatchaway in a translucent plastic, holding a candelabra in one hand, and a bridal bouquet in the other. Her heart beats red in her chest, and has a black and gold shoulder strap. It will be available for purchase starting January 14th at the Golden Horseshoe, Stage Door Cafe, and Harbour Galley for $35. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/07/calling-all-haunted-mansion-fans-youre-gonna-want-to-see-this-new-souvenir/#more-999639 Guests visiting the resort before the 70th anniversary kicks off will have some returning entertainment to hold them over. Mickey’s Mix Magic is coming back starting January 7th. The show will be projections only during the week, with fireworks and projections on the weekends and holidays. – https://www.micechat.com/407414-disneyland-update-9-essential-changes-2025/ Haunted Mansion Holiday just closed to return it to the classic Haunted Manson, and yet and we already have the date in 2025 when the favorite will return! August 22nd Jack Skellington and his group of Halloweentown friends will return to wreck the halls of the Haunted Mansion. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/01/07/disney-announces-return-dates-for-haunted-mansion-holiday/ Snack Chat: Lunar New Year Foodie Guide – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-lunar-new-year-2025-at-disneyland-resort/ Trivia Land: What’s My Line – https://youtu.be/7FRpJZWhxso Discussion Topic: Artist, Filmmaker, and Author David Bossert

This week, Madame Leota has arrived in New Orleans Square, bringing with it a rumored upgrade for the bride, an opportunity to meet Bluey is coming, the queue for Pirates may be getting a major upgrade, new merchandise for 2025, construction wrapping up around the resort, we talk to Author, Artist, and Filmmaker David Bossert, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Madame Leota has returned from somewhere beyond and opened her own shop! Madam Leota’s Somewhere Beyond is located at the exit to The Haunted Mansion and is themed to the carriage house of the mansion. Inside, countless artifacts from Madame Leota’s collection are on display. For guests, a wide range of Haunted Mansion themed merchandise is for sale. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/12/23/surprise-disneys-new-haunted-mansion-store-is-now-open/#more-996998 https://www.micechat.com/407013-haunted-mansion-madame-leotas-somewhere-beyond-shop-open/ With the return of the classic Haunted Mansion later this month, Imagineering might have a new surprise for guests! A new bride may appear in the attic of the mansion. A sneak preview of this new bride may be seen in the Madame Leota shop as a portrait. The new bride is rumored to have a cutting-edge blend of classic and modern effects. The goal is to elevate the character to the same level as the Hatbox Ghost, who appeared in 2016. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ The queue for Pirates of the Caribbean frequently sprawls throughout New Orleans Square. MiceChat reports that Imagineers are working on a solution to this issue. The solution could replace some classic areas like the Port Royal shop, Royal Street Veranda quick service window, and the small courtyard between the shops. As sad as it may be to lose these locations, an extended, more themed, indoor queue might be a good thing for New Orleans Square. – https://www.micechat.com/406689-disneyland-update-from-christmakkah-to-construction-swashbuckling-surprises/ With the start of a new year comes new merchandise for that year. For 2025, there is the Disney Play in the Park collection – Disneyland Version, which features fun activities for guests to enjoy while at Disneyland. A wide selection of items are in this collection. Disneyland 2025 Dated merchandise is also out. This year, the design is more colorful, with the 2025 being more of a solid color, in most of the apparel designs. This also means that select 2024 merchandise is 50% off now. – https://www.micechat.com/406875-disneyland-merchandise-update-new-year-new-gear-for-2025/ One of the last parts of the Downtown Disney expansion is making great progress! The walls have come down around Parkside Market, which means that the location could open any day now! The building will house Sip & Sonder, GGs Chicken Shop, Seoul Sister, and Vista Parkside Market when it opens. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ https://www.parksidemarketla.com/ Something is finally happening at the old ESPN Zone building in Downtown Disney! Construction walls have gone up around the building and permits show that the space will split into three spaces, two downstairs, and one upstairs. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ A construction project long in the works between Cars Land and Avengers Campus has finally wrapped up. A new guest seating area has been added across from Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters. The area was previously themed with desert plants. This area will be great to enjoy Cozy Cone delights. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ Something has returned to the Indiana Jones Adventure queue! The...

This week, details on an annual holiday tradition, Magic Keyholders are getting a lot of perks in the new year, new entrance gates are coming soon, a couple of lengthy refurbs have finally wrapped up, Teresa talks about her experience on the Disney Treasure, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: An annual tradition is bringing viewers to the parks again this year. The Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade will air on ABC on Christmas Morning, and just an hour later on Disney+ and YouTube. Performances by Elton John, John Legend, Anika Noni Rose, and more will be featured. The performances will take place at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, and Aulani. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/performers-songs-announced-for-disney-parks-magical-christmas-day-parade/ https://www.micechat.com/330375-disneyland-magic-keys-everything-you-need-to-know/ Magic Keyholders have some perks coming up in 2025. From January 7th through January 13th, a souvenir pin giveaway, and Disney character PhotoPass event will be at Disneyland. These items will be available at the Starcade in Tomorrowland. Starting January 8th, a Magic Key Stitch popcorn bucket will be available that comes with $2 refills through February 19th. A Disney PhotoPass magic shot will also be offered to Magic Keyholders starting on January 8th from dusk to park close. 50% off Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available from January 6th though January 31st. There are also some deals on stays at Disneyland Resort hotels. Check out the link in the show notes for all the details. – New Year, New Perks — Exclusive Popcorn Bucket and MORE Revealed for Disneyland Passholders | the disney food blog A new set of entrance gates have been unveiled at Disneyland. This is a project that has been progressing through versions for the last year at Disney California Adventure. It appears the resort has landed on a system that will work for them. The new gates allow guests to scan their own tickets and take a photo if one is not on file, allowing entrance with a valid park ticket and reservation. The new system should cut down on the amount of cast needed at the entrance to the parks and could result in faster entry for experienced guests. – Disneyland Update – Tiger Unleashed, Gate Update & Legal Fallout A missing element has returned to the Jungle Cruise. The temple that the Bengal Tiger was housed in has been restored. The previous show scene was removed after the elements and time had taken it’s toll. After almost a year and considerable work, the restored scene looks great. – Disneyland Update – Tiger Unleashed, Gate Update & Legal Fallout Another update at Disneyland has happened at Pixie Hollow. The lagoon area has been under construction for months, with no clear explanation on what was being done. Now that the walls have come down, we know that a new fountain and water features were being installed. Little themed elements have returned to the area, and the painted blue lagoon looks refreshing and clean. The meet and greet area is still under refurbishment. – Disneyland Update – Tiger Unleashed, Gate Update & Legal Fallout Cast members who were working at the resort when Measure L was passed will be getting some back pay. Measure L is the Anaheim minimum wage law. Cast members who were not being paid the Anaheim minimum wage, which took place over five years(!) will get 100% of their back wages, including overtime, minus tax withholdings, along with 10% interest on those payments. – https://www.micechat.com/406206-disneyland-update-tiger-unleashed-gate-update-legal-fallout/ Discussion Topic: Disney Treasure Preview Cruise with ConciEARs Cassie AgundesPHOTOS: Tour the Disney Treasure’s Tomorrow Tower and Royal Suites!

This week, Disneyland has posted events for 2025, we have all the details and events, Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary details released, After Dark Nites are expanded for 2025, a virtual queue is gone, we have a Hub Crawl/DLWeekly crossover, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The calendar for 2025 at the Disneyland Resort has been posted! Lunar New Year, Celebrate Gospel, Food and Wine Festival, Season of the Force, Halloween Time, A Celebration of Coco Plaza de la Familia, The Holidays, and Festival of the Holidays are all returning. The Disneyland 70th is also on the list, along with After Dark Nites that we will talk about a little later. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2025-event-dates-and-details/ https://www.micechat.com/405504-disneyland-update-bayou-undo-70th-to-do-candlelight-too/ The 70th Anniversary of Disneyland begins on May 16th and goes through Summer 2026. As part of this celebration, a new World of Color Happiness! show will debut, Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration, Paint the Night parade, and Wondrous Journeys fireworks will return. Walt Disney – A Magical Life will debut on Main Street, and construction will begin on the Avengers Campus expansion. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-the-70th-anniversary-at-disneyland-resort/ https://www.micechat.com/405504-disneyland-update-bayou-undo-70th-to-do-candlelight-too/ Disneyland After Dark Nites will also be returning for 2025. Sweetheart’s Nite has expanded to 8 nights in late January and early February, 90s Nite on two nights in March, Star Wars Nite on 8 nights in April and early May, and Pride Nite on June 16th and 18th. Oogie Boogie Bash is back in mid-August with 7 nights, September with 11 nights, and October with 13 nights! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-the-70th-anniversary-at-disneyland-resort/ Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is now easier to access for guests. As of December 10th, the virtual queue option has been discontinued and there is a standby queue. Of course Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Premier Pass are also available. The virtual queue for The Haunted Mansion has also ended, with standby and Lightning Lanes being options for guests. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/12/08/date-announced-for-end-of-tiana-bayou-adventures-virtual-queue-in-disneyland/ https://www.micechat.com/405504-disneyland-update-bayou-undo-70th-to-do-candlelight-too/ The annual tradition of the Candlelight Processional took place this last week on December 7th and 8th. The surprise narrator for this year was Kathryn Hahn from Marvel’s WandaVision and Agatha All Along on Disney+. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/12/08/celebrity-spotted-guess-which-surprise-guest-just-narrated-disneys-candlelight-processional/#more-993702 https://www.micechat.com/405504-disneyland-update-bayou-undo-70th-to-do-candlelight-too/ Last week we talked about the D-Lander store opening in Downtown Disney. This week, the new Avengers-themed shop, Avengers Reserve, opened. The new shop features a ton of Marvel characters inside and out. There is a large selection of Marvel clothing, toys, figures, and more! – NEWS: Two NEW Stores Have Officially Opened in Downtown Disney | the disney food blog https://www.micechat.com/405504-disneyland-update-bayou-undo-70th-to-do-candlelight-too/ With the expansion of Avengers Campus happening in 2025, the Red Car Trolley is closing. Disney announced that the last operating day for the attraction will be February 8th. One of the trolleys should be parked on Buena Vista Street to allow for photos during construction. No word on if the attraction will return after construction is completed. – BREAKING: CLOSING Date Announced for Classic Disneyland Attraction | the disney food blog...

This week, work could be starting soon on the Avengers Campus expansion, Disneyland helps families for Thanksgiving, more Haunted Mansion queue details, Pixar Place celebrates it’s first holiday, the snack cart in the Grand Californian lobby has expanded, Downtown Disney shops opening, we finish our conversation with Kaye, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Plans have been submitted to the city of Anaheim for prep work to begin the expansion of Avengers Campus. The plan includes utilities, temporary trailers, and parking lots in the backstage area behind Avengers Campus. The expansion is NOT part of the DisneylandForward plan, according to the city. Construction should begin in 2025. – NEWS: Disney Submits Plans for NEW Park Expansion | the disney food blog Last week was Thanksgiving in the United States, and Walt Disney World and Disneyland helped those in need. In Anaheim, Disneyland teamed up with Northgate Gonzalez Markets to deliver groceries to 125 families, and $15,000 in holiday food vouchers to community nonprofits. The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Anaheim-Cypress, Anaheim Independica Family Resource Center, and Chrysalis Anaheim were all recipients of the vouchers. – Disney Serves Up Food for Families in Need this Thanksgiving – Disney Parks Blog We talked about the new Haunted Mansion queue last week on the podcast, and even more in the bonus episode that is out now for supporters, but Disney has posted even more about it on the Disney Parks Blog. The first part of the new queue was designed by Master Gracey, one of the mansion’s ghosts. Further along is Madame Leota’s garden. Finally, near the back of the queue is the mansion greenhouse, which belongs to all the mansion’s ghosts. The new shop also has a name now – Somewhere Beyond. Before being a shop, the cariiage house was home to the mansion’s head caretaker, but Madame Leota took over. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/new-haunted-mansion-experiences-disneyland/ This holiday season is the first for the newly reimagined Pixar Place Hotel. There are multiple trees around the lobby, each themed to a different Disney/Pixar movie. In addition to the trees, there are also other holiday decorations around the guest areas, inside and out. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Holiday Humbugs, Haunted Happenings & the Pricing Paradox The snack cart in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel lobby has been expanded. New counters and cabinetry have been installed, making this look like a more permanent location that blends in with the Craftsmen style of the hotel. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Holiday Humbugs, Haunted Happenings & the Pricing Paradox One of the new shops has opened in Downtown Disney! D-Lander. which features high-end products and collaborations with different clothing and jewelry brands. Later this week, Avenges Reserve will open next door, featuring a selection of Marvel themed items. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Holiday Humbugs, Haunted Happenings & the Pricing Paradox Before the Walt Disney – A Magical Life shop even debuts to the public, there is already some controversy. The immediate family of Walt Disney himself are asking guests to write in to the company to get the animatronic Walt scrapped. Joanna Miller posted on Facebook that Walt never wanted to be an animatronic, and doing so is going against his wishes. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Holiday Humbugs, Haunted Happenings & the Pricing Paradox SnackChat: The Little Red Wagon Market House – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/market-house/menus/ TriviaLand: Discussion Topic: Kaye Malin – https://www.waltdisneymuseum.org/

This week, Imagineering picks up some Themed Entertainment Awards, Thanksgiving meal options, Magic Keyholder’s can pick up a free gift, The Haunted Mansion queue has opened, big changes to the D23 membership plans, we talk to Kaye from the Walt Disney Hometown Museum, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Weeklyteers know that Imagineers are amazing at bringing stories to life in the parks, resorts, ships, and other locations around the world. The Themed Entertainment Association has recognized Imagineering for three separate projects. Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea and Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland have received the Outstanding Achievement Award – Theme Park Land, making it the first time Imagineering has received two awards in the category in a single year. The Outstanding Achievement – Technical Innovation was awarded for the BDX Droids found wandering around in Star Wars Galaxys Edge. These add to the nearly 70 Thea awards that Imagineering has received over the last 30 years. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/imagineering-recognized-for-themed-entertainment-excellence-three-disney-projects-honored-with-thea-awards/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XuvWrvsBVk&t=9s https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=tdr+explorer+fantasy+springs For Weeklyteers who are looking to spend Thanksgiving in Disneyland, there are a couple of places to get a meal to celebrate. Carnation Cafe will have a Thanksgiving Turkey dinner for $25, which includes an oven-roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, seasonal vegetables, and cornbread stuffing. A kid’s size is just $15. The Plaza Inn also has a Thanksgiving Dinner. For $18.99, guests get carved turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and cranberry sauce. A child’s portion is available for $10.49. For a snack, there is a Thanks-mass Sandwich at Jolly Holiday, and a Turkey Dinner Potato at Troubadour Tavern. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ Another gift is available for Magic Keyholders at the resort. From November 27th through December 6th, while supplies last, keyholders can pick up a Moana 2 custom print. It can be picked up at Disneyana, Kingswell Shop, and Wonderground Gallery. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ https://www.instagram.com/ryanriller_/?hl=en The extended queue of the Haunted Mansion has finally debuted to guests! The new extended queue has a lot of details to look at and enjoy. The path winds through some gardens, Madame Leota’s enchanted garden, and past new crypts. Guests in mobility devices enter through the main entrance of the mansion, and exit through a new, accessible elevator that features a gallery of original artwork for the attraction. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ The Main Street Train Station is finally out from behind scrims and looks great! With the Candlelight Processional happening soon, it needed to be complete for the setup that features that station as a stage and backdrop. The displays inside the station have been cleaned up and look great, with the roof being completely replaced, and the decorative elements getting a good polish. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ The Lego store has reopened in Downtown Disney, but has little to show for the refurbishment. None of the new Lego sculptures have been installed, with no word on if they are coming at all. Hopefully they have just been delayed and will show up in the future. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ The upcoming Parkside Market at the west end of Downtown Disney has received some of the final...

This week, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure had a star-studded opening, take a ride with the Imagineers on the new attraction, Louis’ Critter Club also debuted, Deadpool is back for the holidays, a Disney+ resort discount is available, runDisney details announced, we talk about the history of candy canes, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Last Friday, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure officially opened to the public. There was a star-studded opening with the voices of Tiana, Anika Noni Rose, the voice of Louis, Michael-Leon Wooley, and the voice of Mama Odie, Jenifer Lewis in attendance. There was a purple carpet leading into New Orleans Square. The Jambalaya Jazz Band joined them, along with Princess Tiana, and Louis, dancing to swinging melodies. Anika and Jenifer performed with composer, and singer-songwriter PJ Morton on the Mark Twain for the official dedication of the attraction. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/its-a-joyful-celebration-see-how-stars-celebrated-tianas-bayou-adventure-opening-at-disneyland/ If you ever wanted to experience an attraction with an Imagineer, there is a perfect video on YouTube for you! Imagineers rode Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and talked about behind the scenes information and unique details. They had a blast experiencing their hard work of the last few years to transform Splash Mountain to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNLeHJ7KL6s&t=10s Louis’ Critter Club opened a couple of days early in Bayou Country last week. The shop is themed as a theater for the bands you see inside the attraction. Highlights include dressing rooms, the stage, and Mama Odie’s box seat. There is also a lilly pad lounge with drinks served with flies for the frog patrons. – https://www.micechat.com/403284-disneyland-news-construction-holidays-tianas-bayou/ Just when you thought Deadpool was gone from the parks, he is back for the holidays! This time, he is reading holiday stories in his unique way, and adding his commentary. Not only that, he is also in his own Santa Claus suit! You can catch Deadpool daily through the holiday season at Disney California Adventure. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/17/im-astonished-the-disney-parks-figured-out-exactly-what-i-wanted-for-christmas/ https://www.micechat.com/403284-disneyland-news-construction-holidays-tianas-bayou/ Disney+ members have a new discount at the resort. From now until December 17th, Disney+ subscribers can get a 3-day, 1 park per day ticket for $330, which is valid from November 18th through December 27th. The ticket is valid for 13 days after first use, or on December 27th, whichever comes first. You can add park hopping or Lightning Lane Multi Pass for an additional fee. Be sure to sign in with your email address that is associated with your Disney+ account to get the discount. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/13/a-new-disney-ticket-discount-is-available-now/ The 2025 runDisney Half Marathon theme has been announced! For 2025, Villains are the focus of the races. The races will take place from September 4th through 7th, 2025. Over the four days, yoga, kids races, a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and a challenge will all be available. Representing the 5K will be Ursula, the 10K is Cruella, the Half is Maleficent, and the challenge, which can be completed by running in the 10K and Half marathon, is Pain and Panic from Hercules. Registration opens November 26th for Club runDisney Gold and Platinum members, and December 3rd for the general public. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/13/disney-announces-villains-theme-for-2025-half-marathon-weekend-races/ As we predicted last week, the walls came down from Magnolia Park in New Orleans Square. This is the area between the Haunted Mansion and Tiana’s Palace. The area look great, with a relocated popcorn cart back by the New...

This week, Candy Cane dates have been released, holiday entertainment has been announced, along with Candlelight Processional dates, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure brings some changes, New Orleans Square construction updates, we talk to Teresa about her upcoming trip on the Disney Treasure, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is that time of year once again! Candy Canes are going to be available on select days starting November 29th through December 25th. Locations for the candy canes are Candy Palace & Candy Kitchen in Disneyland and Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure. MiceChat has a list of all the dates and some pro tips on scoring one of these annual treats at the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/244458-the-essential-disneyland-candy-cane-guide/ Holiday entertainment has been announced for the upcoming Holiday season kicking off this Friday. Disney Festival of the Holidays at Disney California Adventure is returning with some new additions. Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season near Paradise Gardens Park, A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegria de Disneyland & Miguel will be on Buena Vista Street. Both will perform Monday through Friday. Over at Disneyland, Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends! will be daily at the Fantasyland Theatre. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-2024-holiday-entertainment-at-disneyland-resort/ Returning to the holiday celebration are the Holiday Toy Drummers appearing daily, Disney Viva Navidad Street Party on Saturdays and Sundays, Disney Holiday Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace nightly, A Christmas Fantasy Parade daily, Believe.. In Holiday Magic, Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, and World of Color – Season of Light nightly. Holiday Lightning moments like Buena Vista Street’s Tree Lighting, and “it’s a small world” Holiday lighting will happen nightly. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-2024-holiday-entertainment-at-disneyland-resort/ Dates have been released for the Candlelight Processional at Disneyland. This year, the 600-member choir with a celebrity telling of the story of Christmas will take place on December 7th and 8th, at 5:30pm and 7:45pm both nights. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/10/confirmed-dates-revealed-for-the-candlelight-processional-in-disneyland/ The holidays would not be complete without a themed popcorn bucket or two. This year, a Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread House Bucket, Mickey Elf Bucket, and Santa Sully Bucket are coming. Each one is limited to two per person, per purchase. Visit the link in the show notes for locations and dates. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/04/warning-these-new-disney-popcorn-buckets-are-going-to-be-popular/ TBA virtual queue and LL MM on opening – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/07/update-disneyland-makes-change-to-tianas-bayou-adventure-virtual-queue-and-youre-gonna-love-it/ With the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, new menu items are coming to Tiana’s Palace. Starting November 15th, the Catfish Po’boy, Jambalaya, and Classic Beignets are coming to the menu! Note that the Beignets are only going to be there for THREE days, November 15th through the 17th! There is also a house-filled beignet which is strawberry cream topped with a strawberry glaze. A Raymond Firefly Straw Clip is also for sale. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/11/breaking-beignet-news-disney-just-announced-3-new-menu-items/ A new pre-show is coming to World of Color – Season of Light to promote the new Moana 2 movie. The promo will be in the form of a short called “Boat Snack” and will play before the start of the holiday version of World of Color. – https://www.micechat.com/402608-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-holidays-happen-queuing-questions/ The construction at the Haunted Mansion extended queue, shop, and New...

This week, Halloween has ended, and the holidays are moving in, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure tips, new dining package details, a veteran gets a surprise from Disney Cruise Line, the Holiday Foodie Guides are out, we talk to Bethany about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure previews, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Halloween just passed us by and this week, preparations are well underway to get the resort ready for the Holiday season that starts on November 15th. New Orleans Square and Toon Town have been decked in holiday decorations for a bit now, with Frontierland, Fantasyland, and Main Street starting to get decorations now. The tree in Town Square should arrive in the next week to be ready for the kickoff. - https://www.micechat.com/401999-disneyland-update-holiday-hustle-price-pains-construction-gains/ With the Holiday season starting soon at the Disneyland Resort, the gingerbread display is back in the Grand Californian. This year, the display will be the Grand Californian Hotel itself with Chip and Dale in their holiday pajamas. - https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-8-cant-miss-gingerbread-displays-2024/ We have the times for the holiday activities at Disneyland. The Christmas Fantasy Parade will run daily at 2:30pm and 5:30pm, the “it’s a small world” lighting ceremony will be at 4:30pm daily, Believe..In Holiday Magic will be at 9:30pm daily, the Buena Vista Street tree lighting will be at 4:50pm daily, and World of Color - Season of Light will be nightly at 9pm and 10:15pm. - https://www.micechat.com/401999-disneyland-update-holiday-hustle-price-pains-construction-gains/ Of course with the start of the Holiday season, there is a load of new merchandise! - https://www.micechat.com/390049-disney-holiday-merchandise-preview-2024/ The Disney Parks Blog has some tips on how guests can prepare for experiencing Tiana’s Bayou Adventure when it opens to the general public on November 15th. There will not be a standby queue, only virtual queues at 7am and noon, Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Lightning Lane Premiere Pass. Guests can join the virtual queue and use a Lightning Lane to get access to the attraction more than once in a single day. Tiana merchandise will be on hand at Louis’ Critter Club and Ray’s Berets. - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/planning-tips-for-tianas-bayou-adventure-at-disneyland/ Details have been released about the Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Nighttime Gathering. The dining package for the Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks in Galaxy’s Edge will include a spot in the standing room only viewing area, a meal including fried cheeseburger croquette bites, apricot goat cheese, dragon fruit yogurt, cream puffs, unlimited fountain beverages, and specialty non-alcoholic beverages in a souvenir novelty cup. The package is $89 per guest, and are non-refundable. - https://www.micechat.com/401999-disneyland-update-holiday-hustle-price-pains-construction-gains/ Mickey and Minnie went trick or treating last week to deliver Halloween treats to kids in the hospital. Disney worked with the Starlight Children’s Foundation, which gives themed hospital gear, care packages, and more to hospitals around the country. Disney VoluntEARS and Ambassadors created care packages including Disney toys, plush, books, and costumes. - https://www.micechat.com/401999-disneyland-update-holiday-hustle-price-pains-construction-gains/ A new category of merchandise has come to the parks on both coasts! To celebrate National Veterans and Military Families Month, a new collection including a t-short, spirit jersey, water bottle and baseball cap have arrived. The designs feature “Mickeyflage” which is Mickey camouflage. -...

This week, Magic Keys are going back on sale, the change to Bayou Country is official, a new shop is open in the new area, a popular parade is returning to DCA, a new treat comes to Downtown Disney, some holiday dining experiences are coming, we finish our talk with DisneylandNurse Scott, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Weeklyteers who want to get a Magic Key are in luck! On Wednesday, November 6th at no earlier than 8:45am Disneyland time, the queue will open to new sales online. For all of the details, including pricing and perks associated with each level of key, visit the link in our show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/23/date-announced-disney-confirms-magic-key-passes-will-go-on-sale-soon/ It is official! Critter Country is now Bayou Country. The amazing, detailed sign was installed and unveiled last week. The sign is carved out of wood, like a few of the other new signs in the area. – https://blogmickey.com/2024/10/disneyland-shows-off-new-bayou-country-signage/ Not much is left unopened in Bayou Country after Ray’s Berets opened this week. The rethemed shop is full of little touches to Ray’s friends and family. There are a set of jars on the wall that are the homes to the fireflies. There are animated windows in the shop as well. As for merchandise, the shop sells much of the same headwear that the previous version of this store sold. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/ A popular parade looks to be returning to Disney California Adventure in the future. Auditions for The Together Forever parade was posted online with character and performer auditions being posted. – https://jobs.disneycareers.com/auditions A new snack truck has rolled into Downtown Disney. Cathy’s Cookies has arrived serving up fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. They come in a sleeve, bucket, cookie dough, and sundae varieties. You can also get a carton of milk if you like you cookies with milk. Be sure to check their schedule on Instagram to catch them. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/ With the holidays just around the corner, there are some newly announced dining experiences at the resort. Holiday Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Hearthstone Lounge is on select days December 3rd through 24th, Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party Breakfast and Brunch at Storytellers Cafe is November 19th through January 1st, and Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays is November 19th through January 2nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-3-holiday-dining-experiences-coming-to-disneyland-resort-hotels/ Guests staying at one of the Harbor Boulevard hotels on Halloween can take part of trick or treating. There are 14 participating hotels, with the event starting at 3pm and ending at 8pm. Participants need to show their room key. The hotels are located between the Howard Johnson all the way to the Castle Inn and Suites. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/ Disney Visa Cardholders have some new discounts. Cardholders get 30% off select premium rooms for stays Sunday through Thursdays from January 7th to March 20th at Disneyland Resort hotels. Cardholders who are Marvel fans can get 30% off a Marvel Unlimited subscription with the code DRVCMEMBER. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/25/2-new-disney-visa-cardmember-deals-announced/ Teresa’s topiary follow up – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIPAThYIdRM SnackChat: Galactic Grill – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/galactic-grill/menus TriviaLand: 2019 Oogie Boogie Bash Walkthrough – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RibsQ-sTyjw Discussion topic: Scott Kagele (Disneyland Nurse) –...

This week, the Disneyland Railroad is coming back, a new dining location is opening, a higher priced Lightning Lane is coming, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is open to Magic Key holders, we have a preview, a new photo op in Disneyland, we talk to Scott about Nurses Day in the Park, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It seems like just last week new tracks were being laid down for the Disneyland Railroad. This Friday, October 25th, the Disneyland Railroad will carry guests around the park on a grand circle tour once again. The track and ballast, the rocky part under the track, was replaced from Toontown Depot to Tomorrowland Station. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/20/reopening-date-revealed-for-disneyland-railroad-refurbishment/ Another location is returning on Friday. The Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree will be offering their new menu of barbecue dishes. The updated location is themed to the Country Bears and their travels around great music halls in the United States. – https://www.micechat.com/392141-the-bears-are-back-hungry-bear-restaurant-gets-a-country-bear-makeover/ Starting today, a new Lightning Lane experience will debut at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The Lightning Lane Premiere Pass will allow guests one-time entry to each Lightning Lane experience without the need to book a return time in the Disneyland App, or buy a Lightning Lane Single Pass. This, of course, comes with a downside. The Premiere Pass will cost somewhere between $300-$400, per guest, per day. – https://www.micechat.com/395044-disney-lightning-lane-and-virtual-queue-tips-and-tricks/ https://disneyland.disney.go.com/lightning-lane-passes/lightning-lane-premier/ The first guests experienced Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on Monday. Magic Key holder previews began and we got our first glimpse into what the Disneyland version of the attraction is like. Key holders needed to join a virtual queue to ride, but those that were successful were able to be among the first in the attraction. The Disneyland version is much better paced than the Magic Kingdom version, with a lot of animatronics and almost no slowdown of the story or show scenes. Visit the link in our show notes if you want to see the first ridethrough. – https://www.micechat.com/262305-breaking-news-splash-mountain-to-become-princess-and-the-frog-themed/ We have an explanation for the holidays creeping in on the Halloween festivities at Disneyland. In the last couple of weeks, snow has been appearing on Sleeping Beauty Castle, way before the end of Halloween. We found out why this week. Performances for the upcoming holiday specials were filmed this week, which needed the decorations. John Legend was in the park on Friday to record his segment. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/ There is another fun photo option available for guests back in Star Wars Galaxys Edge. For $39.99, guests get a photo shoot, up to nine poses, in a themed area with special lighting and props to enhance the photos. Two 6×8 prints and four wallet size prints are included. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/ Weeklyteers don’t have to go into the parks to have some Halloween fun. The Disneyland Hotel has a lot of activities for the season to keep people busy. Pumpkin carving and decorating, and musical performances of The Ghoulish Gals are all happening. For the dates and times, visit the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/400493-disneyland-news-tiana-debut-halloween-early-holiday-and-more/ Guests watching Fantasmic! have been getting a much different show recently. The Kaa snake in the Jungle Book sequence has been missing for over a week, Maleficent hasn’t been growing in the climactic battle, and much less pyro is...

This week, ticket prices have increased, Magic Key holders can experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure early, new costumes for Bayou Country, we have an opening date for Louis’ Critter Club, new mobile order locations, a cast member celebrates 62 years, we talk about Paint the Night, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: As we suspected, the price for a day in the parks has gone up. Single day and park hopper tickets saw a 5.9% to 6.5% increase except for the tier 0 ticket, which remains at $104 since 2019. Lightning Lane also increased by $2 if you buy in advance. As for Magic Keys, they have also seen an increase from 6.1% or $100 for the highest Inspire level pass, to 20% or $100 for the lowest Imagine level pass. – https://www.micechat.com/336395-disneyland-ticket-guide-price-increase/ Magic Key holders have a chance to experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure before the general public. On select days from October 21st to November 12th, Key holders can book a reservation for Disneyland and join a virtual queue at 7am. A second virtual queue will open at 12pm. If you aren’t a Magic Key holder, or can’t make it on those dates, the attraction opens to the general public on November 15th. For exact dates and times, visit the link in the show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/10/exclusive-preview-dates-revealed-for-tianas-bayou-adventure-at-disneyland/ With Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opening to the public in just under a month, some new costumes have debuted. Cast Members in Bayou Country from Custodial, Entertainment, dining, shopping, and attractions will all get new outfits. As with most of the new costumes around the resort, it appears that cast members will get to choose from a selection to make the look their own. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/14/sneak-peek-at-new-disney-cast-member-costumes/ A new shopping location in Bayou Country has an official opening date. Louis’ Critter Club will open on November 13th. Walls are already down around the new location, as well as most of Bayou Country providing a glimpse into the re-themed areas. Colorful new artwork adorns the outside of the attraction building, and the queue across from Winnie the Pooh is themed to a garden where Tiana is harvesting ingredients for her restaurant. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/14/disney-announces-opening-date-for-new-gift-shop/ Weeklyteers who enjoy skipping the line for food at the parks will be excited that TWO locations have added mobile ordering. Dole Whips are on mobile order at The Tropical Hideaway starting today, and Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta will also add mobile ordering. This should cut down on waits at these locations to get your favorite treats. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/12/its-about-to-get-easier-to-get-a-dole-whip-in-disneyland/ A new, vibrant puppet has been added to the existing Coco show in Disney California Adventure. Pepita now takes flight along with the telling of the story. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ Yet another themed water filling station has come to the resort. This time, it is across from the exit to Big Thunder Mountain and themed to a tree stump. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ Weeklyteers who are want to get their Autopia drivers license have new booths to facilitate this! Three new booths are at the exit to Autopia and look futuristic. The booths take a photo and give guests a drivers license from the attraction. Another long overdue update has come to Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters. Can you guess what it is? The camera that takes the on-ride photo has been updated to newer tech from the old 90s webcam look previously. All we can say is: finally! –...

This week, Critter Country is no more, a new kids ticket offer for 2025, Coco and Avatar changes, The Jungle Cruise is back, a Disneyland Hotel lounge has a new name, we finish our conversation with Tonya and Amber, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is official: Critter Country is no more. Bayou Country is now the name of the area with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The display on the balcony above the new Louis’ Critter Club has been redecorated to a dressing room with musical instruments and a fan mail box. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ Weeklyteers who will be traveling to Disneyland with kids in early 2025 should take advantage of a new ticket offer. Children ages 3 through 9 can get a ticket for as low as $50 for a one day, one park ticket for visits from January 7th through March 20th. This deal goes on sale October 22nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/50-kids-disneyland-ticket-savings-on-hotel-stays/ Some good news for those of you who didn’t want Avatar in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot area. Micechat reports that locations for the new Coco and Avatar projects have been in flux. After studying the crowd flow on Pixar Pier, there may not be enough room for an extended queue where the planned Coco attraction would be located. It was suggested to move the Coco attraction to Hollywood Land, which would allow for Monsters, Inc. to be saved as Coco would move into the Hollywood and Dine location. This leaves the Avatar project without a home for now. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ The Jungle Cruise has returned from it’s two week refurbishment. We had hoped that the tiger’s stone surroundings would have returned, but they have not. However, both African bull elephants are back, the piranhas are functional again, and overall looks in good shape. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ The lounge in the Disneyland Hotel’s Fantasyland Tower has a new name! The Broken Spell Lounge is located next to Goofy’s Kitchen and has a darker vibe, with forest accents and dark colors. Disney did not announce the name change, or put up a new sign, but they did update the navigational signage around the hotel. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/01/did-disney-just-quietly-change-a-restaurant-name/ While you are stopping into the Market House on Main Street for a morning beverage, be sure to pick up the newest sweet creation. The S’mores Cake Donut has arrived and is made of a graham cracker cake donut, chocolate ganache, and topped with a toasted marshmallow. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ A new Disney Parks cookbook has gone on sale, and to celebrate, Disney has posted the recipe for the Celebration Chocolate Fudge Brownies. These brownies were available at the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This recipe has just a few ingredients and looks fun for the whole family to create and eat! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-celebration-chocolate-fudge-brownie-recipe/ For the select few who will be taking a VIP tour, there are some new exclusive items. A new line of VIP tour merchandise featuring the iconic plaid design is available to guests taking a VIP tour. The new items can only be purchased the day of the tour and are limited to one of each item per guest. There is a spirit jersey, pin and keychain set, lanyard, ornament, Loungefly mini backpack, and, of course, an ear headband. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ When the holidays arrive at the...

This week, more theming arrives in Bayou Country, World of Color could have had drones, World of Color returns soon, holiday merchandise has arrived, a new scavenger hunt is available, we talk to former Cast Member Tonya, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: More fun theming has appeared in Disneyland! The new water fountain and bottle filling station near Pooh Corner in Bayou Country has been decorated with h2onny pots! This continues the recent addition of the Alice theming added to the fountain in Fantasyland near the Matterhorn. The new fountain in Bayou Country features two hunny pots dripping honey on the fountain below. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/30/were-not-exaggerating-when-we-say-this-might-be-the-best-part-of-disneys-critter-country-overhaul/ Recently in the Orange County Register, there was talk of how Disneyland almost used drones in World of Color when it premiered back in 2010. One of the reasons that this didn’t come to be was governmental regulations on use of drones in nighttime spectaculars. Regulations have decreased since then, which has resulted in drone shows at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. Maybe drones will be in Disneyland’s future as well. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/25/confirmed-disney-almost-used-drones-in-world-of-color/ The fountains at World of Color have been getting some TLC to keep the show in tip-top shape. According to the World of Color dining package calendar, it appears that the show will be returning on October 25th. – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/ We are still a month away from Halloween, but that hasn’t stopped the holiday merchandise from arriving at the resort. Among the options are Mickey and Minnie couple shirts, a couple Haunted Mansion themed shirts, and more! – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/ The Disneyland Magic Key Instagram account posted a fun new scavenger hunt around the resort. The Floral scavenger hunt features different plants around Disneyland with the name of the plant and a picture to help you find them. This is a great way to enjoy the hard work and beauty of the horticulture team at the resort. – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DARFVnQPN_y/ We previously talked about the Scary Teddy popcorn bucket that debuted out in Walt Disney World last month. Disneyland is getting the bucket on October 3rd. Along with Scary Teddy is a Madame Leota straw clip! – https://www.micechat.com/398835-disneyland-news-christmas-creep-splash-peek-guest-sneak/ A new treat has come to Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar. The Nightmare Grog is a Dole Whip Mango Pineapple, with a hint of Gorilla Grog, served in a Nightmare Before Christmas souvenir cup. The cup features Jack and Zero decked out for the holidays, with “Trader Sam’s” printed on the side. – https://www.instagram.com/p/DAjV-_ToCBo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Disney Visa Cardholders have a new discount they can use! Cardholders can save up to 25% off select rooms at a Disneyland Resort hotel on stays from October 20th through December 19th on Sunday through Thursdays. The Pixar Place hotel is not part of the offer. Trips must be booked by December 9th and travel must be completed by December 20th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/25/theres-a-new-disney-visa-cardmember-hotel-discount-out-now/ This is more of a possibility than a for sure thing, but every October, Disneyland has raised ticket prices. If you are thinking of a visit in the next few months, we recommend getting your tickets now. Our friends over at ConciEARS can help secure those for you before the prices go up. SnackChat: Rancho del Zocalo...

This week, Hispanic and Latin American Heritage month arrives, more details at Tiana’s, Agatha Harkness comes to the resort, pumpkin painting and carving coming to Pixar Place, we talk about 7 years of DLWeekly, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Disneyland is celebrating Hispanic and Latin American Heritage month through October 15th. Special food and entertainment including the Torta Cubana at Rancho del Zocalo and a Torta de Milanesa and Stuffed Pan Dulce at Award Wieners. The Downtown Disney LIVE! stage has the Pacifico Dance Company, Son Habana, a mariachi quartet, and DJs. A food truck serving traditional Salvadorian pupusas is also near the LIVE! stage. A window display on Main Street at the Emporium rounds out the offerings. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/ With the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure just around the corner, there are more details popping up. The Lightning Lane wait time signage has been installed, the Main Entrance sign was hung on the old barn entrance, and a celebration banner has been installed in the attraction, by the second lift hill. Cast member previews are rumored to begin on October 22nd, with the attraction opening to the public on November 15th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/21/huge-changes-debut-at-disneylands-new-tianas-bayou-adventure-ride/#more-974343 https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/ Many Weeklyteers will be carving pumpkins for the Halloween season, but guests to the Pixar Place Hotel can watch as award winning pumpkin carver and painter Joseph Yakovetic paints pumpkins. Next month, he will carve pumpkins at the hotel. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/ Agatha Harkness, from Wandavision and the new Disney+ series Agatha All Along has a line of merchandise that has hit the parks. The items are themed to the Three Godesses, which are mentioned in the show. There are Minnie Ears, Tumbler, and Tees. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/ The Little Man of Disneyland – Patrick Begorra has decorated for the Halloween season. A tiny pumpkin has appeared outside of the entrance to his tiny home in Adventureland. – https://www.micechat.com/398487-disneyland-update-fall-fun-crowds-monorail-front-seat/ Guests trying to book Lightning Lanes, use Mobile Checkout, Mobile Ordering, or shop on DisneyStore.com Monday were unable to. Disney’s payment processing was unavailable until 9:54am when the systems came back online. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/09/disney-experiencing-company-wide-payment-issues/ SnackChat: Stagedoor Cafe – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/stage-door-cafe/menus Golden Horseshoe – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/golden-horseshoe-restaurant/menus Discussion Topic: DLWeekly 7 year Podcast-iversary

This week, a special night celebrating a Disney Legend, a new Disney Visa Cardmember perk, Downtown Disney getting into the Halloween spirit, an out of this world experience for Make-a-Wish families, a new dining package in Batuu, a Magic Keyholder sweet treat that is a steal, we talk about the history of the Monorail, and more!, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The Bowers Museum will be celebrating Disney Legend Sam McKim’s 100th birthday. The Sam McKim Centennial will take place on two dates at the Bower’s celebrating what would have been Sam’s 100th birthday. General admission is $100, which includes a pre-show of artwork, photos, artifacts, and film clips from Sam’s Hollywood days, and an hour and a half presentation of Sam’s life including a panel with Floyd Norman, Dorothy L. McKim, and Kim Irvine. Bill Cotter will moderate the panel. For full details and to get tickets to this event, visit the link in our show notes. – https://www.eventzilla.net/e/sam-mckim-centennial-celebration-2138648874 Disney Visa Cardmembers have a new perk at Disney California Adventure. In Hollywood Land, near stage 17 from 3pm to 6pm daily, cardholders will be able to experience a “heroic” exclusive meet and greet. You will need to show your Disney Visa card to a cast member to gain access. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/15/new-perk-announced-for-disney-visa-cardmembers/ The Downtown Disney LIVE! stage is getting into the Halloween spirit. A capella groups will be performing at the stage Friday through Sunday evenings now through October 31st. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ Last week, Disney hosted 19 children and their families as part of the Make-a-Wish “Blaze Your Path: A Star Wars Adventure” event. Children and their families were able to experience their own Star Wars adventure that ended with a show stopping experience. The finale was an entire story and adventure of the Resistance fighting the First Order. Rey, Vi Moradi, Chewbacca, Kylo Ren, and more were part of the show. The show included combat, lightsabers, and pyrotechnics. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/12/something-special-happened-in-disneys-star-wars-galaxys-edge-last-night/ and https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ Visitors to Batuu can now purchase a dining package to experience the Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks spectacular. Starting in November, Docking Bay 7 will offer a space-themed food and beverages. Included in the dining package will be a reserved spot to view the fireworks. Dates and pricing have not been announced. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/13/disney-just-announced-a-new-fireworks-dining-package/ Some additional accessories have debuted for the create your own headbands in the parks. Characters from Inside Out 2 can now be added to your collection. Joy, Sadness, and Anxiety are available at the Mad Hatter in Disneyland, or at Bing Bong’s at DCA. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ Magic Key holders have an exclusive dessert that sounds crazy good! The Three Ice Cream Floats Sampler is available at the Golden Horseshoe for $8.99. The three floats include a root beer float, a Coke float with grenadine and maraschino cherries, and a Sprite float with grenadine and maraschino cherries. The portion size is plenty to share with a friend or two. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/09/this-10-disneyland-snack-may-be-the-best-deal-weve-seen-this-year/ There is a lot of construction happening around the parks at the moment. Here is an update on some of the changes. The #saveteresastrees in the esplanade have been moved back about 20 feet for better guest flow at the...

This week, Space Mountain is back with some changes, high temps make for pleasant crowd levels, a new security entrance, some trees are back, we finish our chat with Disney Author Jen Calonita, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Space Mountain recently reopened from a refurbishment with some updates. The light tunnel at the beginning of the attraction has been fixed and is working again. The projections of the galaxies has also been updated to a brighter, more high definition projection. – https://youtu.be/iKrbcKApSEg?si=CddIA0jx_UCXT1LE If you could brave the heat this week, Disneyland was very pleasant. The above 100 degree temperatures kept a lot of guests away, which meant low crowds all around the resort. Clear walkways, and low wait times for attractions were good, but some attractions were down most of the day. Grizzly River Run was one of the top attractions at a wait time of only 10 to 40 minutes! – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/ Over the scorching temperatures this weekend, the runDisney Half Marathon Weekend took place. The event was sold out, with events ranging from Disneyland Yoga at Sleeping Beauty Castle, to the kids races, to the main events of the 5K, 10K, and half marathon. The Thrills and Chills Challenge was for runners who completed the 10K and the Half Marathon. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/ Guests of the Disneyland Hotel have a new security entrance into Downtown Disney. At the location of the previous security entrance, a new canopy and screening area has been constructed. This area is not as themed as the mid-century modern checkpoint that opened a few months ago by Din Tai Fung, so it could be temporary until Disney decides what to do with this area and Disneyland Forward. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/ In some #saveteresastrees news, some trees have been replanted! At the main entrance where they have been doing a lot of ground work, the trees that had been there were removed. As of this week, the trees are back and providing shade for guests. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/ Some Halloween novelties have appeared around the resort. Returning this year is the Carthay Circle Spooky Tree Flight, which includes the themed tree and three poison apple cups. Coming soon are the Vampire Stitch popcorn bucket, a Halloween Alien sipper with pop out wings, and a popcorn bucket modeled after Scary Teddy from “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/ The Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace has an updated offering for their lounge and fireworks viewing. The previous hot packaged meal has been replaced with a cold charcuterie-style sandwich, waldorf salad, cheese and crackers, seasonal fruit, seasonal desserts and chocolate, and continues to offer unlimited soft drinks, bottled water, coffee, hot tea, or hot chocolate, and a specialty themed non-alcoholic beverage. The package is $89 per person. – https://www.micechat.com/397277-disneyland-update-haunts-heat-halloween-treats/ A video on YouTube displays a LEGO recreation of Pirates of the Caribbean, including real water! The creation is a mix between the Disneyland and Walt Disney World versions of the attraction. – LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean Ride with Real Water! (youtube.com) SnackChat: Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month foodie guide – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-eats-hispanic-and-latin-american-heritage-month-foodie-guide-2024/ Discussion Topic: Author Jen Calonita https://www.tiktok.com/@jencalonitaofficial https://www.jencalonitaonline.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jencalonita/ DL...