DCA Archive
Soarin’ Over California is returning for another limited run beginning on March 4, 2022. This occurs simultaneous with the start of DCA’s Food & Wine Festival, which runs through April 26, 2022. However, an end date for the attraction has not yet been announced–meaning it could run through summer, or even forever. The return of
“When will Disneyland bring back Fantasmic, World of Color, parades, stage shows, or ____?” have become common questions, with fans wondering when things will get back to normal. This post offers a predicted return timeline for Disney California Adventure and Disneyland. (Updated February 1, 2022.) Basically, we’re going to consolidate the answers to all of
Disney has officially announced the launch date for paid Genie+ and Lightning Lane line-skipping access for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. We cover the new details & release date, the official answers to common questions, commentary, and more. As a reminder for any Disneyland fans who haven’t been following the park news closely the last
This list of open & closed in-park restaurants at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, plus hotel dining at the Grand Californian, covers what’s operating post-reopening, what’s temporarily unavailable, and why. This is updated regularly, with info on what’s coming soon and more. The good news is that as of January 2022, every single major restaurant
It’s time for a Disneyland Resort report! In this roundup of recent news from the California parks, we’ll cover the latest on park ticket and reservation availability for December 2021 and early 2022, DCA festivals returning next year, the lack of Genie+ and Lightning Lanes, and more. Let’s start with some good news: “it’s a
Main Street Electrical Parade will be returning for its 938th farewell run, Disney has teased on TikTok. The night parade is likely to make its Disneyland homecoming in early 2022, running for the parade’s 50th Anniversary! (The first number was a joke, the second isn’t–MSEP is really turning 50 next year.) This comes after Main
Disney has increased parking and ticket prices for the remainder of 2021 and 2022 at Disneyland and California Adventure, with 1-day, multi-day, and Park Hopper costs now up to 8% higher. Beyond the price increases, Disneyland Resort has provided an update on Magic Keys and the trams. In this post, we’ll share price change info
It’s time for a Disneyland weekend update! In this roundup of recent news from the California parks, we’ll cover the latest on ‘sold out’ Magic Key reservations for the remainder of 2021, Halloween and Christmas character costumes, transportation hits & misses, and more. Let’s start with Magic Key reservation availability. As you can see above,
Walt Disney Imagineering has announced that a new song and animated scene based on Disney and Pixar’s Coco will soon debut at Mickey’s PhilharMagic in Magic Kingdom, Disney California Adventure, and Disneyland Paris. In this post, we’ll share details, concept art, and some thoughts. (Updated September 21, 2021.) For context, Mickey’s PhilharMagic debuted at Walt
We attended the first Oogie Boogie Bash of 2021 at Disney California Adventure. This Halloween party features rare character greetings, Mickey’s Frightfully Fun Parade, entertainment, spooky walk-throughs & treat times, lower wait times for popular rides, and more. In this review, we’ll share party photos, what we accomplished, and whether it’s worth the money. For
For Halloween Time 2021, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure has dozens of special holiday desserts, savory snacks, and pumpkin everything! This food guide previews the full seasonal menus, followed by quick recommendations based on things we’ve enjoyed in past years. As a reminder, Halloween Time at Disneyland runs from September 3 to October 31, 2021.
