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Earl of Sandwich Closing Esplanade Location Ahead of New Location Opening at Disneyland Resort The Earl of Sandwich location that is currently found near World of Disney and the Esplanade at Downtown Disney District will soon be permanently closed. This comes after the closure of The Earl of Sandwich Tavern after operating hours yesterday. When the Earl of Sandwich closes today at this location, it will be for the last time. This comes ahead of the opening of a new location for the business on the west end of Downtown Disney District.

Earl of Sandwich Closing Esplanade Location Ahead of New Location Opening at Disneyland Resort

The Earl of Sandwich location that is currently found near World of Disney and the Esplanade at Downtown Disney District will soon be permanently closed. This comes after the closure of The Earl of…

Theme Song for ‘Disney Destiny’ Released on Music Streaming Services The Disney Destiny has just reached a milestone by arriving in Florida and will have a couple more with its upcoming christening and then maiden voyage this month. Ahead of its christening on November 10th and maiden voyage departing on November 20th, the theme song for the Disney Destiny has been released on music streaming services. This song almost has the feel of an 80s action movie, which fits quite nicely with the heroes and villains theme of this new ship.

Theme Song for ‘Disney Destiny’ Released on Music Streaming Services

The Disney Destiny has just reached a milestone by arriving in Florida and will have a couple more with its upcoming christening and then maiden voyage this month. Ahead of its christening on November 10th and maiden voyage…

Chewbacca to Join Life Day Celebrations at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Life Day is the day that was created by the Wookies of Kashyyk thousands of years ago. This is a holiday about coming together to celebrate family, friendship, joy, and harmony with loved ones. This is a holiday that is celebrated on November 17, the day it was first introduced to the world with the release of the Star Wars Holiday Special…

Chewbacca to Join Life Day Celebrations at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Life Day is the day that was created by the Wookies of Kashyyk thousands of years ago. This is a holiday about coming together to celebrate family, friendship, joy, and harmony with loved ones. This is a holiday that…

Tom Sawyer Island ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 9 Join Mr. Daps and Clocky at Disneyland as they take a look at photos of Tom Sawyer Island while sitting on Tom Sawyer Island. They then go and find what each of the locations shown in these photos looks like today! Join the conversation and share your own observations and perspectives about the photos shown in this episode of Photoniks! This includes who’s who in each photo!

Tom Sawyer Island ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 9

Join Mr. Daps and Clocky at Disneyland as they take a look at photos of Tom Sawyer Island while sitting on Tom Sawyer Island. They then go and find what each of the locations shown in these photos looks like today! Join the conversation and share your own…

Paramount Skydance is Moving On From Current Kelvin Crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise for Future Star Trek Films It appears that the Kelvin timeline of Star Trek films will be staying as a trilogy. Over the last 9 years, since Star Trek Beyond came out, there have been multiple attempts at making another movie with Chris Pine as Captain Kirk and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise. However, none have taken off. Now, it seems like this will be permanent.

Paramount Skydance is Moving On From Current Kelvin Crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise for Future Star Trek Films

It appears that the Kelvin timeline of Star Trek films will be staying as a trilogy. Over the last 9 years, since Star Trek Beyond came out, there have been multiple attempts at making…

New 2026 Walt Disney World Ticket Deal Announced for Disney+ Subscribers A new Walt Disney World ticket deal has been announced for Disney+ subscribers visiting in 2026. This perk is available today to Disney+ subscribers who have enrolled in Disney+ Perks. They can purchase a 3-day, 3-park ticket that starts at $109 per day, plus tax ($325 total, plus tax). It allows guests to visit between January 12 and May 22, 2026.

New 2026 Walt Disney World Ticket Deal Announced for Disney+ Subscribers

A new Walt Disney World ticket deal has been announced for Disney+ subscribers visiting in 2026. This perk is available today to Disney+ subscribers who have enrolled in Disney+ Perks. They can purchase a 3-day, 3-park ticket…

New Fortnite Experience Allows Players To Go To Disneyland In a major step towards the realization of a partnership with EPIC, announced by Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event last year, Disneyland Resort is now part of Fortnite. Players can now visit Disneyland Game Rush, Disney's first island that is inspired by the Happiest Place on Earth! Through a series of unique Fortnite mini-games, players can experience the magic of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.

New Fortnite Experience Allows Players To Go To Disneyland

In a major step towards the realization of a partnership with EPIC, announced by Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event last year, Disneyland Resort is now part of Fortnite. Players can now visit…

Performers Announced for 2026 Festival of the Arts DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series One of the highlights of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts each year is the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series. Each year, this brings some of the biggest stars from Disney productions on Broadway to the stage of the America Gardens Theatre. This year will be no different as fans get to hear songs from The Lion King…

Performers Announced for 2026 Festival of the Arts DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series

One of the highlights of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts each year is the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series. Each year, this brings some of the biggest stars from Disney productions on Broadway to the…

Disney Gives Look at New Lobby and Experiences for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lobby For the last few months, guests have eagerly watched as work has continued on the lobby of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World Resort. The work on the enhancements has drawn lots of attention and discussion. As the enhancements get close to completion, Disney has revealed what it has been working on. Take a look at what Disney shared here: …

Disney Gives Look at New Lobby and Experiences for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lobby

For the last few months, guests have eagerly watched as work has continued on the lobby of Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World Resort. The work on the enhancements has drawn lots…

Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail Returning To Downtown Disney District The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begin Friday, November 14, and the transformation from Halloween to the holiday season has been in full swing since Halloween ended. Foodie guides for Disney Festival of Holidays and the Disneyland Resort have been announced. A fun activity for kids of all ages is coming back to Downtown Disney District for the holidays - Chip and Dale's Ornament Trail.

Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail Returning To Downtown Disney District

The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begin Friday, November 14, and the transformation from Halloween to the holiday season has been in full swing since Halloween ended. Foodie guides for Disney Festival of Holidays and the…

Disney Cruise Line Shares Arrival of Disney Destiny at Port Canaveral From Cast Member Perspective The Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny, has made the voyage across the Atlantic Ocean and arrived in Florida. This milestone trek brings the ship one step closer to its christening on November 10th and then maiden voyage on November 20th. This is a very exciting time for the crew of the Disney Destiny as it prepares to showcase all of the exciting offerings that will be available on this ship, which is themed to the stories of heroes and villains.

Disney Cruise Line Shares Arrival of Disney Destiny at Port Canaveral From Cast Member Perspective

The Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny, has made the voyage across the Atlantic Ocean and arrived in Florida. This milestone trek brings the ship one step closer to its christening…

Knott’s Berry Farm Celebrates Military Tribute Days Military Tribute Days are back at Knott's Berry Farm. This comes as Veterans Day is about to be celebrated on November 11th. These days, throughout November and December, allow for Active, Retired, and Veteran U.S. Military Personnel access to discounted tickets for specific days. The discounted tickets are $25 and good from Monday-Thursday in November, from the 3rd to the 20th, and then in December from the 1st through the 18th.

Knott’s Berry Farm Celebrates Military Tribute Days

Military Tribute Days are back at Knott's Berry Farm. This comes as Veterans Day is about to be celebrated on November 11th. These days, throughout November and December, allow for Active, Retired, and Veteran U.S. Military Personnel access to…

Geek Eats: Holiday Foods at the Disneyland Resort The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort officially begin on November 14, 2025, and continue through January 7, 2026. During this time, there will be some very merry entertainment offerings, characters in seasonal outfits, a plethora of merchandise, some special Disney dining opportunities at the Disneyland Resort hotels, and also some delicious food and beverage offerings. Throughout the Disneyland Resort, there will be no shortage of delicious bites and sips to enjoy during the holiday season.

Geek Eats: Holiday Foods at the Disneyland Resort

The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort officially begin on November 14, 2025, and continue through January 7, 2026. During this time, there will be some very merry entertainment offerings, characters in seasonal outfits, a plethora of merchandise,…

A Miss Piggy Movie is in the Works A Miss Piggy is in the work. The news comes from a podcast that Jennifer Lawrence was on recently. During an episode of Las Culturistas with Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers, Lawrence revealed the project, saying, “I don’t know if I can announce this, but I’m just gonna. Emma Stone and I are producing a Miss Piggy movie, and Cole Escola is writing it.” The news comes as The Muppets are gearing up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of…

A Miss Piggy Movie is in the Works

A Miss Piggy is in the work. The news comes from a podcast that Jennifer Lawrence was on recently. During an episode of Las Culturistas with Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers, Lawrence revealed the project, saying, “I don’t know if I can announce this, but I’m just…

Thundering Into November – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #788 Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the Geeks are in that wonderful time between Halloween and the start of the Holidays. Worry not, though! There are still lots of things to talk about! This includes the reopening of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the changes that came with this (including a lot of discussion about the goat!). The Geeks also talk about this month's column…

Thundering Into November – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #788

Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the Geeks are in that wonderful time between Halloween and the start of the Holidays. Worry not, though! There are still lots of things to talk about! This includes the reopening of Big Thunder Mountain…

Exploring Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community Recently, Daps Magic was invited to get a first-hand look at Cotino - A Storyliving by Disney Community. This visit to this new type of Disney experience included a progressive dinner that also provided tours of three different houses. The next day, it was all about the Artisan Club. In this episode of Daps Magic (the Podcast), Mr. Daps explores Cotino, a new community by Disney that emphasizes a unique living experience without traditional Disney elements like characters and parades.

Exploring Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community

Recently, Daps Magic was invited to get a first-hand look at Cotino - A Storyliving by Disney Community. This visit to this new type of Disney experience included a progressive dinner that also provided tours of three different houses. The next…

Geek Eats: The Food and Beverages of Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Disney Festival of Holidays begins with the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort on November 14, 2025. It continues through January 7, 2026. During this time, guests can enjoy nearly 30 new offerings along with multiple returning favorites. The popular Sip & Savor pass will also be returning. This offers six digital coupons redeemable for select food and non-alcoholic menu items at…

Geek Eats: The Food and Beverages of Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure

Disney Festival of Holidays begins with the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort on November 14, 2025. It continues through January 7, 2026. During this time, guests can enjoy nearly 30 new offerings along…

Chicken Little | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 4, 2005 On this day in 2005, Disney’s ‘Chicken Little’ debuted in theaters. The story was partly inspired by the European fable “Henny Penny.” When Chicken Little tries to escape his bad reputation for inciting panic over nothing, he learns that some alien visitors may be the real source of the problem. The film was Disney’s first to be fully computer-animated, the first to be released in Disney Digital 3D, and the last to be made before John Lasseter took over as Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios.

Chicken Little | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 4, 2005

On this day in 2005, Disney’s ‘Chicken Little’ debuted in theaters. The story was partly inspired by the European fable “Henny Penny.” When Chicken Little tries to escape his bad reputation for inciting panic over nothing, he learns that some…

Key to Disneyland Updated with Gold-Trimmed Park Icon Pins The Key to Disneyland has been a very popular experience since the Disneyland 70th Celebration began back in May. You can purchase a Key from your favorite Disneyland store and go around Disneyland to unlock nine different locks full of magic, icons, lighting effects, and music. As you collect the nine different icons, your goal is to unlock the tenth icon and reveal your secret pin hidden in the Key.

Key to Disneyland Updated with Gold-Trimmed Park Icon Pins

The Key to Disneyland has been a very popular experience since the Disneyland 70th Celebration began back in May. You can purchase a Key from your favorite Disneyland store and go around Disneyland to unlock nine different locks full of…

Geek Eats: Resorts at Walt Disney World Holiday Food and Beverage Offerings The holiday season could be said to be the most delicious season of the year! There are lots of seasonal culinary offerings that come to the Disney Parks and beyond during the merriest time of year. The Resorts at Walt Disney World are no exception. Along with some delicious offerings, many of them also have some beautiful gingerbread creations! Check them out below!

Geek Eats: Resorts at Walt Disney World Holiday Food and Beverage Offerings

The holiday season could be said to be the most delicious season of the year! There are lots of seasonal culinary offerings that come to the Disney Parks and beyond during the merriest time of year. The Resorts at Walt…

Geek Eats: Holiday Foods at Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Disney Springs The holidays are upon us. Decorations are now up throughout Walt Disney World Resort, with more being added by the day. Along with the seasonal magic, music, entertainment, and other offerings, a favorite for many Walt Disney World guests is the food and beverage offerings! There is no shortage of these this year. Rather than describe how awesome the food and beverage offerings are, though, let's just take a look at them!

Geek Eats: Holiday Foods at Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Disney Springs

The holidays are upon us. Decorations are now up throughout Walt Disney World Resort, with more being added by the day. Along with the seasonal magic, music, entertainment, and other offerings, a favorite for many Walt…

New Zootopia-themed Snacks and Sips Revealed for Disney’s Animal Kingdom There are a lot of reasons for fans of Zootopia to be excited currently. Zootopia 2 will soon be in theaters everywhere, and at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Zootopia: Better Together will be opening to the public on November 7th. Along with these arrivals, there are also some new snacks and sips that will be available at Disney's Animal Kingdom that are themed to…

New Zootopia-themed Snacks and Sips Revealed for Disney’s Animal Kingdom

There are a lot of reasons for fans of Zootopia to be excited currently. Zootopia 2 will soon be in theaters everywhere, and at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Zootopia: Better Together will be opening to the public on November 7th.…

Thanksgiving Take Home Dinners Can Now Be Purchased From Knott’s Berry Farm For many people, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get together with loved ones. The downside? Having to cook for all of the loved ones. Knott's Berry Farm has a solution for that part. People can purchase and pick up an entire Thanksgiving dinner and then pick it up on Thanksgiving Day or the day before. This allows for leaving the cooking to the…

Thanksgiving Take Home Dinners Can Now Be Purchased From Knott’s Berry Farm

For many people, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get together with loved ones. The downside? Having to cook for all of the loved ones. Knott's Berry Farm has a solution for that part. People can purchase and pick up an…

Paperman | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 2, 2012 On this day in 2012, the animated short ‘Paperman’ was released in front of ‘Wreck-It Ralph.’ The romantic comedy follows a man who falls in love at first sight with a woman on the train. He uses a swarm of paper airplanes to regain her attention in a heartwarming fashion. The short employed a mix of hand-drawn and computerized animation. ‘Paperman’ won an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film, the first Disney short to do so since 1969.

Paperman | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 2, 2012

On this day in 2012, the animated short ‘Paperman’ was released in front of ‘Wreck-It Ralph.’ The romantic comedy follows a man who falls in love at first sight with a woman on the train. He uses a swarm of paper airplanes to regain her attention in a…

Freakier Friday – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review Freakier Friday is now available for watching from home via digital retailers. It is the next chapter in the lives of Tess and Anna Coleman. Once again, Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan are back. This time, things get even more complicated with the addition of a new generation of bodies to swap. This is a film that is heartwarming, humorous, and fun for the whole family.

Freakier Friday – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review

Freakier Friday is now available for watching from home via digital retailers. It is the next chapter in the lives of Tess and Anna Coleman. Once again, Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan are back. This time, things get even more complicated…

Reservations Now Available for Knott’s Hotel Thanksgiving Buffet The Knott's Hotel has some wonderful culinary options to be enjoyed by guests staying or just visiting. For Thanksgiving this year, there will be a Thanksgiving Buffet available. Reservations are now available for this culinary experience. Thanksgiving falls on November 27, 2025. The buffet will be offered from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This Thanksgiving buffet will include many traditional holiday offerings.

Reservations Now Available for Knott’s Hotel Thanksgiving Buffet

The Knott's Hotel has some wonderful culinary options to be enjoyed by guests staying or just visiting. For Thanksgiving this year, there will be a Thanksgiving Buffet available. Reservations are now available for this culinary…

Disney-Owned Channels Dark on YouTube TV as Negotiations Continue Halloween was a scary day for YouTube TV subscribers who like to watch Disney-owned channels. Amid ongoing negotiations about carriage fees, Disney-owned channels went dark on YouTube TV. These channels include ESPN and ABC. A Disney spokesperson said,  “Unfortunately, Google’s YouTube TV has chosen to deny their subscribers the content they value most by refusing to pay fair rates for our channels, including ESPN and ABC.

Disney-Owned Channels Dark on YouTube TV as Negotiations Continue

Halloween was a scary day for YouTube TV subscribers who like to watch Disney-owned channels. Amid ongoing negotiations about carriage fees, Disney-owned channels went dark on YouTube TV. These channels include ESPN and ABC. A…

5 Movies to Watch on Halloween on Disney+! Happy Halloween! Daps Magic wishes every one of you a fantastic spooky holiday full of delicious treats, amazing costumes, and happy memories! Halloween can be a time of parties, trick or treating, dressing up and staying in, or just a time for people watching. Accompanying all of these things are often Halloween movies. Disney+ has a multitude of Halloween programming on it now.

5 Movies to Watch on Halloween on Disney+!

Happy Halloween! Daps Magic wishes every one of you a fantastic spooky holiday full of delicious treats, amazing costumes, and happy memories! Halloween can be a time of parties, trick or treating, dressing up and staying in, or just a time for people…

Disney Contributes $1 Million to Relief Efforts in Jamaica in Wake of Hurricane Melissa After Hurricane Melissa passed over and pummeled Jamaica, The Walt Disney Company has announced that it is contributing $1 million to relief and recovery efforts. The hurricane is the strongest one of the year and the strongest to ever hit the island nation. Reports from the country have shown the disastrous impact that the hurricane had on the country and its inhabitants.

Disney Contributes $1 Million to Relief Efforts in Jamaica in Wake of Hurricane Melissa

After Hurricane Melissa passed over and pummeled Jamaica, The Walt Disney Company has announced that it is contributing $1 million to relief and recovery efforts. The hurricane is the strongest one of the year…

GUIDE: 2025 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Characters It's almost time for Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on November 14, 2025, and continuing through January 7, 2026, guests will get to experience the merriest season of the year at the Happiest Place on Earth! There are many things to do and enjoy during this jolly time of year. One favorite for many fans is getting to see Disney characters dressed in their best holiday outfits.

GUIDE: 2025 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Characters

It's almost time for Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on November 14, 2025, and continuing through January 7, 2026, guests will get to experience the merriest season of the year at the Happiest Place on Earth! There are many…