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Apr- 2025 -30 April
Disney’s Original Castle Under Construction, Blocked off as Historic Changes Begin
Disneyland Resort is preparing for its upcoming 70th anniversary celebrations, and construction is underway. Crews have officially broken ground on a project honoring Sleeping Beauty Castle, one of the most iconic landmarks at Disneyland Park. While Disneyland Resort’s official anniversary date isn’t until July 15, 2025, the celebrations will begin on May 16 and continue through the summer of 2026
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30 April
Rachel Zegler Cast as Lead in New Film Post ‘Snow White’
Rachel Zegler is moving forward in her career with a new, exciting project. Just over a month after the mixed reception of Snow White (2025), which grossed over $200 million at the box office, Zegler has already landed a leading role in another film. Zegler’s performance as Snow White was met with significant online backlash, with some criticism stemming from comments she made years before filming
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30 April
Disney Takes Bold New Strategy To Stop Filming at Theme Parks
Disney is taking a bold new approach to limit guest filming at its theme parks, a move that comes as fans continue to voice concerns over cell phones and large cameras detracting from the immersive experience. With rising complaints about influencers trying to be the first to share ride-through videos, Disney has opted to try a new strategy that could potentially shift how filming is approached wi
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30 April
Disney Erases Walt’s Legacy, Decades of History Down the Drain
Disneyland Paris Resort has made a controversial move that’s upsetting some longtime Disney Parks fans. Recently, the resort shared concept art for the World Premiere area in the upcoming Disney Adventure World, revealing that Walt Disney’s name has been excluded from a Disney Studios sign. This change marks the latest in a series of steps toward rebranding the second European Disney park, as it t
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30 April
Disney’s About to Drop News Halloween Fans Can’t Afford to Miss
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party may still be months away, but fans are already getting antsy—and with good reason. The announcement of this year’s party dates could literally happen any day now. This party is a fall favorite for many Walt Disney World guests, and the event’s growing popularity means planning early is key. The annual reveal usually falls between late April and early May, righ
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30 April
Dwayne Johnson’s New Look Fully Revealed
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has reinvented himself more than once—wrestler, action hero, entrepreneur, Disney demigod—but his latest pivot may be his most unexpected yet. Known for commanding the screen with an imposing presence and larger-than-life energy, Johnson is now turning heads with a transformation that’s almost unrecognizable. And no, this isn’t for another superhero flick or high-octane s
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30 April
Another Date Now Inaccessible for Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Theme Park
A clear signal has once again been sent to the Walt Disney Company. As 2025 unfolds at Walt Disney World Resort, nighttime at Magic Kingdom Park continues to offer something special. Disney After Hours has returned, giving guests the opportunity to explore the park after dark with lower crowds and plenty of time to enjoy fan-favorite attractions. The limited-capacity event runs on select nights fr
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29 April
Space Mountain Car “Goes the Wrong Way” With Terrified Guests on Board
A Space Mountain ride vehicle recently malfunctioned and “went the wrong way” into a maintenance area at Disneyland Resort, causing concern among guests on board. In a video shared on social media, Disney cast members quickly arrived on the scene to handle the situation and evacuate the ride. The iconic Space Mountain ride, which first opened in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park in May 1977, is one
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29 April
Onsite McDonald’s Prepares To Open at Disney
Disneyland Paris Resort is preparing for the closure of its long-standing McDonald’s in Disney Village as construction continues on a brand-new, modernized location just steps away. McDonald’s has partnered with The Walt Disney Company since the 1980s, beginning with a long-running Happy Meal toy collaboration. In the 1990s, guests could find McDonald’s kiosks in Disneyland Park, Magic Kingdom Par
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29 April
Imminent Transformation: Disneyland To Turn Into Music Festival in the Coming Days
The Disney Music Festival has officially kicked off at Disneyland Paris Resort. This first-ever event invites Disney Park guests to experience 12 unique live performances that celebrate the music of Walt Disney Animation and Pixar. These performances will take place across several iconic lands in Disneyland Park, including Discoveryland, Frontierland, Adventureland, Fantasyland, and Main Street, U
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