Sixty Years Ago Today…

Sixty years ago today, on a hot Sunday afternoon, Walt Disney unveiled “a new concept in entertainment.” July 17, 1955 was the day the great showman unveiled his original theme park, Disneyland Park. This historic gallery of rare photos from the Walt Disney Archives captures fascinating glimpses of that unforgettable event. Since that groundbreaking day, …

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The Force Was Strong at Comic-Con—And More in News Briefs

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Premieres Behind-the-Scenes Footage San Diego Comic-Con 2015 just wrapped up all its insanely awesome shenanigans… including a panel dedicated to all things Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Not only did director JJ Abrams and producer Kathleen Kennedy take questions from the floor (further whetting everyone’s appetite for the movie’s premiere …

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New Details for Shanghai Disneyland Revealed

Today The Walt Disney Company revealed exciting new details about Shanghai Disneyland, Disney’s first theme park in Mainland China—scheduled to open in spring 2016. The park will feature six themed lands, innovative attractions, and immersive entertainment designed especially for Chinese guests. At a presentation held today at the Shanghai Expo Centre, Disney Chairman and CEO …

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Star-Spangled Skies: Fireworks at Disneyland

Nothing says “Fourth of July” quite like a magnificent display of fireworks! Disneyland Park has cornered the market for decades on firework displays, culminating with Disneyland Forever, their newest spectacular in honor of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration.

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