AUTHOR: Tom Bell

Tom is the former host/producer of the Disneyland Edition podcast and is currently the co-host of the Connecting With Walt podcast, plus is also providing Disneyland content from the parks. He enjoys traveling with friends and spending time with family, including his son and grandson. In his spare time he volunteers with Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts, and helped found his son's former Cub Scout Pack. His favorite Disneyland attraction is Space Mountain.



Halloween, Plus Two Other Dates, Sold Out for Oogie Boogie Bash at California Adventure

UPDATE: September 19th has now sold out. Sold out dates: September 19, 26, 29; October 31 Ticket sales for the new Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party seemed slow initially, but it appears that things have picked up as three of the 20 dates for the after-hours party at Disney California Adventure have Halloween, Plus Two Other Dates, Sold Out for Oogie Boogie Bash at California Adventure

Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of August 5, 2019

Disney Cruise Line is constantly updating their special offers and discounts. In order to help you keep up, here are all of the current discounts available. Some change weekly, others monthly, and some just change at random, so check back each week to see what’s new! You can also check our discounts page for up-to-date Disney Cruise Line Discounts and Special Offers for the Week of August 5, 2019

Featured Artists for August at WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney

Each month the WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort hosts artists who spend the weekends meeting guests, signing their work, and even demonstrating how their art is created. This month’s Artist in Residence is Martin Hsu. He’ll be available August 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, and 25 from 5:00pm to Featured Artists for August at WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney

Tasty Treats Celebrate the Return of Main Street Electrical Parade to Disneyland Park

The Main Street Electrical Parade returns to Disneyland Park tonight, and with it comes a train-load of treats to celebrate the occasion, including as we told you earlier in the week, Fantasia ice cream. The treats…and the parade…will only be around for a limited time, with all scheduled to depart on September 30th. Candy Palace Tasty Treats Celebrate the Return of Main Street Electrical Parade to Disneyland Park

More Layoffs at Disney and Fox Studios Brings Total to 250 Since Acquisition

In a fourth round of layoffs, The Walt Disney Company has let go several dozen employees at The Walt Disney Studios and 20th Century Fox, bringing the total number of people laid off to around 250 since the acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney. According to Variety, this round included several key executives in More Layoffs at Disney and Fox Studios Brings Total to 250 Since Acquisition

New D23 Expo Update Includes Avatar, Tarzan, Disney Character Voices, and Street Parties

With just over three weeks to go until the D23 Expo, the folks planning this epic event are putting the finishing touches on the schedule and have just announced details on even more panels and experiences, plus the return of the Ultimate Fan Street Party. New panels: Mousequerade August 23, 11:00am, Stage 28 This costume New D23 Expo Update Includes Avatar, Tarzan, Disney Character Voices, and Street Parties

New Merchandise Celebrates 50 Year of Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park

The Haunted Mansion in Disneyland Park turns 50 on August 9th and the Disneyland Resort will be celebrating the occasion with some epic merchandise, including clothing, accessories, and collectibles. The Disney Parks Blog has released just a sample of what will be available, including these ghostly jars that will be offered at a special cart New Merchandise Celebrates 50 Year of Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park

Alcoholic Blue and Green Milk Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios

Walt Disney World has updated their menu at the Milk Stand in the soon-to-open Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to include alcoholic beverages. The Blue Milk Cooler will feature a plant-based dairy blend of coconut and rice milk with fruity characteristics, plus Bacardi Rum. The Green Milk Cooler has a plant-based diary blend of coconut and Alcoholic Blue and Green Milk Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios