[VIDEO COURTESY OF THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER.] In 1955, 7-year-old Michael Schwartner was supposed to take a trip to Mexico with his family, but he somehow persuaded his parents to take a detour to a new amusement park opening that day in 1955... Disneyland! And then his cousin Christine Vess tripped and skinned her knee. … Continue reading VIDEO: Disneyland’s first two kids on opening day (1955)
ABC reporter tests out new ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ ride on live TV—and his reaction is priceless
This local SoCal news station ABC 30 sent one of its reporters, Cory James, to Disney California Adventure to test out the new "Guardians of the Galaxy" Mission: Breakout attraction—on live TV (May 26). Poor guy was just not prepared! Click this link to view video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzGpMtcRVCc
Stars of “Guardians of the Galaxy” make appearance at grand-opening celebration of Disney California Adventure’s new attraction, “Mission: Breakout”
Disney California Adventure transformed from old Hollywood to a futuristic alien world on May 25 for the media preview and epic grand-opening celebration of “Guardians of the Galaxy” Mission: Breakout! The attraction (which replaces "Tower of Terror") officially opens to the public on Saturday, May 27. Footage of the celebration can be found in this Variety.com … Continue reading Stars of “Guardians of the Galaxy” make appearance at grand-opening celebration of Disney California Adventure’s new attraction, “Mission: Breakout”
Wow! Johnny Depp surprises riders on ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ attraction at Disneyland
Oh, my! The real Captain Jack Sparrow (actor Johnny Depp) made a surprise appearance on Wednesday (April 26, 2017) at the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction! He temporarily filled in for his Animatronic. That's pretty darn cool. See video in the Laughing Place article posted below. Click here for video and article.
BOOMERANG at Knott’s to close Sunday, April 23, 2017 (VIDEO)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hc2dY_M3eJ8 I recorded this video tonight (4/22), just as the sun was setting at Knott's. Tomorrow, BOOMERANG closes forever, so it seemed appropriate to see it riding off into the twilight. Yes, the coaster is scheduled to close Sunday, 4/23/17. If you're a fan, you have one more day to experience it. As for … Continue reading BOOMERANG at Knott’s to close Sunday, April 23, 2017 (VIDEO)
D23 Expo 2017 to feature a ‘Pirates’ Archives exhibit
This year's D23 Archives pavilion is called "A Pirate's Life for Me: Disney's Rascals, Scoundrels and Really Bag Eggs." (Yes, "Bag Eggs!) The exhibit is a salute to Disney's pirates—from Peter Pan's nemesis Captain Hook to the Pirates of the Caribbean. Disneyland Park's "Pirates" attraction will have its own section featuring iconic props, Audio-Animatronics, and … Continue reading D23 Expo 2017 to feature a ‘Pirates’ Archives exhibit
65th annual Easter Sunrise Service at Knott’s Berry Farm on April 16
On Easter Sunday, the 65th Annual Sunrise Service will be held at Knott’s Berry Farm’s WAGON CAMP THEATER from 6am–7am. All are welcome. Attendance is free, and does not include park admission. Enter through the Knott's Berry Farm main gate. Gate opens at 5:30am.
Knott’s Boysenberry Festival – now through April 23
The banners are proudly displayed around Knott's Berry Farm for the park's annual Boysenberry Festival... my favorite time of year at Knott's! Be sure to try the various boysenberry treats and foods, only available during the festival. Also, there's a lot more special entertainment to enjoy, including daily performances of Krazy Kirk & The … Continue reading Knott’s Boysenberry Festival – now through April 23
Disneyland’s “Main Street Electrical Parade” extended till August 20, 2017
Attention fans of the "Main Street Electrical Parade"... its been extended till August 20, 2017. The temporary return of this classic Disneyland parade has been a huge success. So, see it before it returns to Walt Disney World, Florida. Fans of the modern "Paint the Night" parade... sorry, you'll have to wait a few … Continue reading Disneyland’s “Main Street Electrical Parade” extended till August 20, 2017
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