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Disneyland Resort Confirms the Addition of Limited Indoor Dining at Downtown Disney Restaurants

September 10, 2020

With Orange County’s COVID-19 testing numbers improving and the county moving to a less restrictive tier on California’s tracking website, the Disneyland Resort has updated their website to confirm that limited indoor dining will now be available at Downtown Disney restaurants. Per California guidelines, indoor seating is limited to 25% of normal capacity. Outdoor patio … Disneyland Resort Confirms the Addition of Limited Indoor Dining at Downtown Disney Restaurants

California Shares New COVID-19 Guidelines, Limited Indoor Dining Could Return to Downtown Disney Soon

August 28, 2020

UPDATE 09/08/20: As anticipated, Orange County has moved to the Substantial (red) tier, which should allow Downtown Disney restaurants to reopen indoor dining with 25% capacity. Orange County now has daily new cases of 4.9 per 100,000 residents with a test positivity rate of 4.2%. In order to drop another tier, the county would need … California Shares New COVID-19 Guidelines, Limited Indoor Dining Could Return to Downtown Disney Soon

California Closes Gyms, Salons, and Indoor Malls in Some Counties, Plus Bars & Indoor Restaurants Statewide

July 13, 2020

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced two new directives today that will close more businesses throughout the state. First, Newsom has now ordered the closure of all bars and indoor seating at restaurants across the entire state of California. The order also includes movie theaters, card rooms, museums, wineries, family entertainment centers, and indoor areas at … California Closes Gyms, Salons, and Indoor Malls in Some Counties, Plus Bars & Indoor Restaurants Statewide

Disneyland Resort Shares List of Downtown Disney Shops & Restaurants Set to Reopen July 9

July 8, 2020

UPDATE 09/14/20: Sprinkles reopened today, just in time to serve their Pumpkin Spice Latte cupcake. Image: Disneyland UPDATE 08/19/20: La Brea Bakery has reopened using the La Brea Bakery Express counter and their large patio. UPDATE 08/12/20: Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen and Jazz Kitchen Express are now open. The list below has been updated. UPDATE: … Disneyland Resort Shares List of Downtown Disney Shops & Restaurants Set to Reopen July 9

California Governor Shuts Down Bars and Indoor Restaurant Operations in Orange County

July 1, 2020

California Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered the closure of indoor restaurants, bars, movie theaters, and more in Orange County and several other counties around the state. This weekend, Gov. Newsom closed bars in several counties after COVID-19 cases were seen increasing, but today’s announcement is more widespread, affecting 19 counties and more indoor operations. The … California Governor Shuts Down Bars and Indoor Restaurant Operations in Orange County

Disneyland Resort Pushes Back Reopening for Theme Parks and Hotels

June 25, 2020

Current Hotel Information (Updated 11/9/20): Guests with reservations through December 31, 2020 are being advised to modify or cancel their reservation. The Disneyland Resort just announced that Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure will not reopen on July 17th as anticipated. The reopening of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel … Disneyland Resort Pushes Back Reopening for Theme Parks and Hotels

Disneyland Resort Announces California Sole Coming to Downtown Disney This Summer

June 24, 2020

UPDATE 07/22/20: California Sole has opened their Downtown Disney location. Source: @DisneylandToday The Disneyland Resort has announced a new footwear store will open in Downtown Disney later this summer. The rebranding of Sanuk is called California Sole and will feature a fresh and modern look, with iconic shoe and sandal brands. California Sole won’t open … Disneyland Resort Announces California Sole Coming to Downtown Disney This Summer

Disneyland Resort Announces Plan for Reopening Theme Parks, Hotels, and Downtown Disney in July

June 10, 2020

UPDATE 06/19/20: It appears that the Disneyland Resort has received governmental approval to reopen Downtown Disney, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel as planned. There is still no word on approval for the theme parks. The Disneyland website, which was updated today, now says: The Downtown Disney District will begin … Disneyland Resort Announces Plan for Reopening Theme Parks, Hotels, and Downtown Disney in July


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