DCA Archive
We’ve done dozens of special events at Walt Disney World and Disneyland over the last decade-plus. Halloween and Christmas parties more times than I can count, plus After Hours and After Dark Nites, and a variety of now-extinct offerings. Back when we started attending, tickets to Mickey’s Halloween and Christmas parties were ~$30. We’ve continued
The 2024 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is the flagship foodie event during the spring at Disneyland Resort. This guide has full marketplace booth menus, and everything you need to know to enjoy DCA’s foodie special event, plus recommendations about what to do and eat. (Updated February 14, 2024.) From March 1 through
Disney is offering a new SoCal resident ticket deal for discount admission to Disneyland and California Adventure in 2024. Here are dates & details about the special offer, plus recommendations for when to use the ticket deal to avoid crowds, historical comparisons, and notable similarities & differences between this promo and past ones. (Updated February
Our 1-Day Disney California Adventure itinerary offers an efficient plan for park touring & strategy for minimizing time waiting in lines, maximizing rides, and avoiding crowds at Disneyland Resort’s second theme park. This covers attractions, restaurants, shows, including the new Marvel land, Avengers Campus. (Updated February 18, 2024.) This DCA itinerary has been overhauled multiple
Disney recently reiterated opening dates and timeframes in 2024 to 2026 for new rides, lands, restaurants, resorts, and more at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, the cruise ship expansion and parks in Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Shanghai. This details the official timeline, plus our predictions about what opening dates are actually realistic based upon on-the-ground
Our restaurant reviews offer food photos, menu info & tips, and recommendations on what to order at 300+ counter and table service dining spots at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Tokyo, Paris, and beyond. We cover best & worst meals, value for money, and more to help you choose where to eat based upon theme, ambiance,
Looking for the best counter service restaurants at Disneyland for an inexpensive and quick meal? We cover our 10 favorite dining options in California’s castle park, offering entree and dessert recommendations, and more! (Updated February 2, 2024.) Note that if you’re looking for the top options at DCA, consult our list of the Best Disney
Disney’s Lunar New Year celebration is back for 2024! The festivities feature new characters from Turning Red, plus a Mulan cavalcade, Minnie & Mickey Mouse in gorgeous costumes, special food booths, and a variety of entertainment. Disneyland Resort’s annual event runs from now until February 18, 2024 at California Adventure. We’ve had a chance to
Guests staying in on-site hotels at Disneyland Resort have access to Early Entry. This strategy guide covers everything you need to know: eligibility, ride rosters, how the perk works, tips & tricks, and reports on our experience with this extra time at both parks. (Updated January 23, 2024.) In terms of basics, Early Entry offers
The Anaheim Ducks and Disneyland Resort are hosting an event for fans in honor of the NHL hockey team’s 30th Anniversary. This guide to this ‘mighty milestone’ covers everything you need to know: dates, details, things to do, and more. Plus, we share commentary about our thoughts on this limited-time celebration. If you’re a Disney
Our guide to the Genie+ at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure answers frequently asked questions about the paid FastPass & MaxPass replacement, info & tips about the line-skipping Lightning Lanes, ride reservations, and itinerary tools. (Updated January 13, 2024.) Genie+ and Lightning Lanes have now been in use at Disneyland and DCA for over a
