As Disneyland Resort continues to honor 70 magical years since its opening on July 17, 1955, guests are flocking to both parks to enjoy a rich lineup of limited-time entertainment—including the dazzling Wondrous Journeys show on Sleeping Beauty Castle, the fan-favorite Paint the Night parade, and World of Color—Happiness! over at Disney California Adventure Park.
But even during the most magical celebrations, the occasional ride hiccup can offer a behind-the-scenes peek at the parks in action. One such experience came courtesy of TikTok creators Hunter and Anthony (@hunterandanthony_), who found themselves in an unexpected situation aboard the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction.
According to their video, the couple was held at the famous drop during the ride after hearing their boat “scream.” What followed was a rarely seen evacuation process: cast members attached tethers to the boat, and firefighters arrived shortly after to assist. Guests were then escorted safely through a backstage area, giving them a unique view of the attraction from an entirely different perspective.
@hunterandantony_ Evacuation on Pirates of the Caribbean! #disneyworld #disneyland #fyp #jet2holidays
But their viral Disney moments didn’t stop there. Earlier during their trip, Hunter and Anthony shared another TikTok video—now viewed over 15 million times—capturing a moment inside Peter Pan’s Flight. Due to an unexpected pause in the ride, the pair filmed the experience with the ride fully illuminated, giving fans a rare look at the Fantasyland favorite.
Ride evacuations and downtime are not uncommon at Disney parks, and while they’re handled with safety as the top priority, they can certainly make for an unforgettable experience.
Guests who have visited the resort since mid-May 2025 have joined in on the ongoing 70th anniversary festivities, celebrating seven decades of Disneyland’s magical legacy and innovation.
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