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Haunted Mansion will return to Disneyland in time for Halloween season
The holiday overlay version of the classic dark ride will have a virtual queue when the attraction returns from an extensive overhaul.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: June 20, 2024

“Haunted Mansion Holiday will return by Aug. 23 in time for the Halloween Time season at Disneyland.

“The holiday overlay version of the classic dark ride will have a virtual queue when the attraction returns from an extensive overhaul.”

Orange County Register


How to get tickets to Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash next week
Tickets for the after-hours, separate admission Halloween event at Disney California Adventure go on sale starting June 25.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: June 20, 2024

“Tickets for the after-hours, separate admission event go on sale to Inspire Magic Keyholders on Tuesday, June 25, all Magic Keyholders on Wednesday, June 26 and to the general public on Thursday, June 27 at Disneyland.com/OogieBoogieBash.

“The online ticket window waiting room will open at approximately 8:45 a.m. with sales starting no earlier than 9 a.m. each day.

“Ticket buyers waiting in the online queue can once again get notified by email when it’s their turn to buy tickets by using the “notify me” option.”

Orange County Register


Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash Tickets on Sale Next Week
by Marshal Knight | Jun 20, 2024
Oogie Boogie Bash is returning to the Disneyland Resort, with tickets on sale soon.

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Din Tai Fung sets soft opening date for Downtown Disney
The Michelin-awarded restaurant from Taiwan will soft open on Monday, June 24 at the outdoor shopping mall next door to Disneyland.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: June 21, 2024.

“Disneyland diners hungry for the legendary Shanghai-style soup dumplings that dribble down your chin can now make reservations for Din Tai Fung to open at Downtown Disney — but they better hurry if they want to get a table.

“The Michelin-awarded restaurant from Taiwan will soft open on Monday, June 24 at the outdoor shopping mall next door to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. An official grand opening will be held in July.”

Orange County Register



Din Tai Fung Opening, Plus More This Summer in Downtown Disney District
Published: June 21, 2024
CONTRIBUTED BY
Valerie Lee
Public Relations Manager

“The new restaurant’s exterior is a dramatic, contemporary take on a traditional Chinese pavilion rooftop structure. A suspended, beaded installation over the circular central bar greets guests upon entering the restaurant, with traditional style Chinese pendants softly illuminating the space. An expo kitchen will serve as a backdrop, inviting guests to witness the artistry behind the dumpling-making process firsthand.”

Disney Parks Blog



Disneyland News: Din Tai Fung Opening Set For Downtown Disney!
By Natalie Kipper -June 21, 2024

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Lawsuit Filed Against Disney Over Canceled Lake Nona Campus
by Marshal Knight | Jun 19, 2024 
Disney employees are suing over the canceled plans to move to Lake Nona.
What’s Happening:

“A lawsuit has been filed by numerous workers who sold their homes in California and moved to Central Florida, all for nothing.

“Back in 2021, former CEO Bob Chapek and Josh D’Amaro announced plans to move over 2000 California employees to a new hub in Lake Nona.

“Employees are angry at the decision, but many were prepared (and followed through) to make the move.

“The plan was canceled after Bob Iger returned as CEO.”

Laughing Place



How Disneyland passholders can get their share of $9.5 million Magic Key settlement
Disneyland has sent email notices to eligible passholders who are entitled to a payment of $65.67.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: June 17, 2024

“Disneyland annual passholders can finally get their share of the $9.5 million class action lawsuit that found the Anaheim theme park misled and deceived its most loyal fans by artificially limiting capacity and restricting reservations.

“Disneyland has sent email notices to eligible passholders who are entitled to a payment of $65.67 from the Dream Key settlement.

“Passholders who received a settlement email have until Sept. 12 to claim their digital payment via Venmo, Paypal or direct deposit into their banking account — which may take up to 72 hours to appear in the account. Dream Keyholders can also opt to get paid by check through snail mail — which takes six to 10 weeks.

“Passholders who did not opt for digital payment should automatically receive a check at their last known mailing address.”.

Orange County Register



Disneyland cuts back on entertainment during peak summer season
Disney California Adventure trims schedules in July for Warriors of Wakanda and Citizens of Buena Vista Street.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: June 13, 2024

“Disney California Adventure is trimming schedules in July for the Warriors of Wakanda in Avengers Campus and the Citizens of Buena Vista Street along the park’s main entrance promenade.”

“Disney California Adventure continually evaluates entertainment offerings and makes adjustments, according to Disneyland officials.

“Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje features the Black Panther’s bodyguards offering strength and skill training sessions to visitors in the Marvel themed land.

“The Citizens of Buena Vista Street include a police officer, bike messenger and the mayor dressed in period costumes who interact with visitors and bring the entry promenade’s 1920s Los Angeles theme to life.”

“The latest entertainment cutbacks come on the heels of the cancelation of “Doctor Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts” in Avengers Campus and the Club Pixar dance shows during the middle of Pixar Fest at Disney California Adventure.”

Orange County Register


Disneyland employee killed in golf cart accident remembered for volunteer work
Tributes pour in for Bonnye Lear who was an active volunteer in Fullerton and Yorba Linda.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: June 21, 2024

“Club 33 manager Bonnye Lear had volunteered for years in her hometown of Fullerton and had just begun docenting at the Nixon Library in Yorba Linda in preparation for retirement when she died in a tragic accident at Disneyland.

“Lear, 60, of Fullerton was seriously injured on Wednesday, June 5 when she fell from a golf cart in a backstage area behind Critter Country. She died from her injuries on Friday, June 7.”

“Lear was remembered by her Disneyland coworkers as someone who was kind, gentle, caring, thoughtful, sincere, warm, graceful and full of joy.

“Her City of Fullerton colleagues echoed the sentiments.”

Orange County Register



Club 33 Cast Member Dies in Tragic Backstage Accident at Disneyland
by Luke Manning | Jun 8, 2024

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A Tribute to Al Lutz: The Unyielding Guardian of Disney’s Legacy
By Dusty Sage -June 11, 2024

“In the vibrant cosmos of Disney enthusiasts, few stars have shone as brightly or as fervently as Al Lutz, the founder of MiceAge.com and my good friend, business partner, and roommate for the best years of my life.”

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Disneyland Update: Anger Ignites Amid Summer Cutbacks & Locked Magic Keys
By Brian Pinsky -June 10, 2024
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By Andy Castro -June 17, 2024


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