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Happy Birthday Disneyland – Disneyland celebrate its 48th
anniversary this Thursday with a small pre-opening ceremony. According
to the Disneyland Line (a cast member newletter), “A ceremony
will be held July 17 at 7:45 a.m. on Main Street, U.S.A. Cast Members
and Guests are invited to join Groove 66 and Disneyland Resort Ambassador
Daina Baker in a ‘Happy Birthday, Disneyland’ singalong followed by rope
drop at 8 a.m.”
Happy Birthday Disneyland and MousePlanet
Planning on visiting the park this Thursday? Join MousePlanet staff
and readers at the Central Plaza (“the Hub”) at noon to to
celebrate the 48th birthday of the park, and the third birthday of MousePlanet
— and pick up your free MousePlanet lapel button!
Although Disneyland has not yet officially announced for s special pin
event for this year, Dizpins reports in its July update that Disneyland
will offer its All American Pin Quest on Thursday. Clue sheets are available
from the Main Street Fire Station beginning at park opening, and there
are seven locations from which to obtain clues. Those who obtain all clues
then receive a souvenir pin and postcard. Participation is free and only
requires admission into the park.
Band Director Art Bartner (center) conducts the All-American College Band.
Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Who’s going to replace Drew, anyway? Disney has announced the
fall ABC Preview Weekend at Disney’s California Adventure for September
6 and 7. While a final schedule is not yet available, the event will include
previews from ABC’s fall line-up, meet-and-greet sessions with ABC stars,
a concert by Jim Belushi’s band, and reality show auditions. Not on the
schedule is the most popular attraction from the 2002 event, a live performance
of Who’s Line is it Anyway, staring Drew Carrey. The show has ended
production, and does not appear on the Fall 2003 lineup. You can read
our coverage of the 2002 event at this
link.
More hour cuts for DCA – Effective Sunday, July 27, DCA closes
at 9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, instead of 10:00 p.m.
Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Disneyland
- Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through – indefinite. The Disneyland.com
Web site shows this reopening on September 27 - Space Mountain – through 2005
Disney’s California Adventure
- Superstar Limo – indefinite
Future Attraction Closures
- Mark Twain Riverboat – September 2 – October 3
- Splash Mountain – September 2 – October 3
- Haunted Mansion – September 8 – October 3 (for the installation
of the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay) - “it’s a small world” – October 6 – November 7 (for
the installation of the “it’s a small world” Holiday overlay)
Note: Refurbishment schedules are estimates only. All information
is subject to change without notice. To get the most recent updates, call
Disneyland at (714) 781-7290.
Park Events
May 25 – July 26, 2003 – Mickey’s All American Pin Festival.
A series of new product releases and mini-events are scheduled during
the nine-week promotion. More details and a complete schedule of release
dates are available on our MousePad
message boards.
July 1 – August 10 – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California
Adventure.
Thursday, July 31 – “Grilling Under the Stars” culinary
event at the PCH Grill, featuring Chef Jason Martin (Hook’s Pointe),
with Niebaum-Coppola Winery.
Sept 6 – 7, 2003 – ABC Preview Weekend at DCA.
Wednesday, October 1 – Haunted Mansion Holiday Exclusive Dinner
Thursday October 2 – Haunted Mansion Holiday Event
Current Discounts & Promotions
Save 10% at Disney’s Character Warehouse – MouseSavers.com
has a printable
10% coupon good at AMS and Disney Character Warehouse stores,
including the two Southern California locations.
Get $150 in Disney Dollars – Book a Walt Disney Travel Company
Vacation package that includes a stay of 4 nights or longer at one of
the Disneyland Resort Hotels, and receive 150 Disney Dollars! Get more
details from Disney Travel, or on the Disneyland Web
site. [Thanks to MousePlanet reader Bastion for the information.]
Get 5 days and 4 nights for the price of 3 – Book a package
at the Disneyland Resort for a minimum four-nights through the Walt Disney
Travel Company, and your package price will include one night’s free accommodations
at participating hotels. Your package will also include a five-day Disneyland
Resort park hopper ticket for the price of a three-day Disneyland Resort
park hopper ticket. Click
here for a list of participating hotels and dates.
New Play 4 Days pass Southern California residents, (zip codes
90000-93599), can purchase a new four-day ticket for just $79. The ticket
is valid for four admissions to either Disneyland or Disney’s California
Adventure park, between June 1 and September 30, 2003. Residents can purchase
just one ticket per person, per day, so your out-of-town relatives will
need to buy their own, regular-priced admission.
The tickets can only be used at one park each day — no park hopping.
We understand that you can use two admissions—one to each park—on
the same day, effectively making this a $79 two-day park-hopper ticket,
a $20 discount from the regular adult price.
The tickets can not be used at Disneyland on June 28, and July 4, 5,
26, and August 2, 9, 16, 23, 29, 30, and 31. There are no block-out days
for DCA. Tickets are nontransferable, and you must show a valid ID each
time. These tickets can be applied towards the cost of a Deluxe or Premium
Annual Passport, (but not a Southern California Annual Passport), so long
as you upgrade when or before you use the fourth admission.
Disney’s Armed Forces Salute – Through Friday, December 19,
all active members of the United States military (including Coast Guard
and activated National Guard and Reservists) qualify for Disney’s Armed
Forces Salute and can claim one free 3-day park-hopper tickets.
Since the tickets expire on December 19, you must claim them by December
17 to use all three day’s worth. The passes can only be claimed at a park
gate ticket booth. To claim the passes, valid military ID must be shown;
activated National Guard and Reservists must also show their active duty
orders.
In addition to the one free pass, each qualifying person can also purchase
up to five 3-day companion passes for $39 each. If the qualifying person
cannot visit a park to purchase these companion tickets, a spouse may
do so instead.
Summer Annual Passholder special – The first ticket promotion
this summer is an Annual Passholder special. Through September 3, APs
can purchase a 2-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper for $69 (10+) and $49
(3-9). Just present your AP at any ticket booth. Limit five tickets per
Passholder, per day. Tickets are valid for 14 days from date of first
usage. First usage must be on date of purchase. Last usage must be on
or before Tuesday, September 16, 2003.
Annual passholder discounts at Alamo – California residents
get discounts of up to 20% off Alamo’s retail rates in the United States.
Disneyland annual passholders can get a free Disneyland Resort Character
Breakfast voucher when the rent their car for three days or more through
Sunday, August 31, at the Los Angeles Airport location. For more details
and the discount code you’ll need for this offer, visit the annual passholder
section of the Disneyland Web site (link).
ESPN Zone discounts for annual passholders – Disneyland annual
passholders can get an Season Ticket Frequent Dining Card at the Downtown
Disney ESPN Zone. The Season Ticket entitles you to a free soda with your
meal purchase of $6.99 or more. Once you have made four meal purchases,
you receive the fifth meal and soda free, and get a chance to win a pair
of tickets to the ESPY Awards in 2004. See location for more information
and details.
City Pass now available with AAA packages – You can now purchase
the Southern California City Pass with Walt Disney Travel Company packages.
With a Southern California City Pass booklet, you receive admission
to five separate entertainment options, including:
- 3-day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket
- 1-day ticket to Sea World Adventure park
- 1-day ticket to the World-famous San Diego Zoo
- 1-day ticket to Knott’s Theme Park.
Instead of the Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket currently included
in California packages from the Walt Disney Travel Company, guests can
select a Southern California city’s for an additional charge of $47 per
pass ($32 per pass for guests ages 3 through 9).
Note: The Southern California City’s does not include the $10
ESPN Zone Arena Game Card, or the California package’s feature that allows
guests to collect multiple Fastpass tickets at once for free in advance.
The “Get a 5-Day Park Hopper ticket for the price of a 3-Day
ticket” promotion has been extended through January 5, 2004 –
These tickets are available when you order online from Disneyland.com
(link).
Restrictions apply – see site
for details.
AAA Passport Plus Package – For $122.75, you can get a 5-day
park hopper and the following extras:
- Multiple attraction Fastpass (The “Unlimited” option)
- Breakfast in the park (one per person)
- Free ESPN Zone arena game card ($10 value)
- AAA Free parking at the Disneyland Resort Theme Parks
A $13.75 FedEx fee applies to each reservation (not per person). This
package is available without an air or hotel purchase, and must be purchased
at your local AAA affiliate office at least 5 days before you plan to
use the tickets.
Many readers have experienced difficulties when trying to purchase this
package from their local AAA affiliate. Be sure to read this
thread on our MousePad discussion boards, for more information
about the package and tips on how to help your AAA travel agent book your
package.
AAA-Disney’s Resort Magic Package – This package requires
a minimum 2-night hotel stay, and includes:
- Accommodations at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, the Disneyland Hotel,
or Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel - Disneyland Resort Hotel self-parking and Fitness Center access
- Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket – valid for entry into Disneyland
park and Disney’s California Adventure park with full park-hopping privileges
- Free ESPN Zone Arena Game Card – $10 value (one per person)
- New. Collect Fastpass tickets for multiple attractions at one time.
Preferred Seating at a choice of select shows in Disney’s California
Adventure - Exclusive – Walt Disney Travel Company collectible pin and lanyard
(one per person) - Exclusive – Walt Disney Travel Company California Fun Book (one
per package) - Exclusive – Disneyland Resort Magical Pocket Guide (one per package)
You can book this package through your local AAA affiliate travel agent.
Park Hours/Blockout Dates
DL: Disneyland
DCA: Disney’s California Adventure
Annual Pass blockout dates: SoCal
– Southern California Annual Pass. DX
– Deluxe Annual Pass
Sun | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | Sat |
7/14 | 7/15 | 7/16 | 7/17 | 7/18 | 7/19 | |
| DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–midnite DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–midnite DCA 10a–10p SoCal/DX | |
7/20 | 7/21 | 7/22 | 7/23 | 7/24 | 7/25 | 7/26 |
| DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–midnite DCA 10a–10p SoCal | DL 8a–midnite DCA 10a–10p SoCal/DX |
7/27 | ||||||
| DL 8a–11p DCA 10a–9p SoCal |
Visit our Annual
Passholders Blockout Dates 2003-2004 page to see more dates.
Entertainment Schedule
Disneyland Park | Disney’s California Adventure | Downtown Disney |
Monday 7/14 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies – 11:45a Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Voyager – 7p 8p Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents Caravana – Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: |
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Tuesday 7/15 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Voyager – 7p 8p Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a The Golden Horseshoe Variety Show – 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents Caravana – Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Jazz Pianist: House of Blues – Vivian Green ($22.50–$25) |
Wednesday 7/16 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Down With III – Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a The Golden Horseshoe Variety Show – 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents The Kelly Rae Band Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Jazz Pianist: House of Blues– A Rare Acoustic Performance |
Thursday 7/17 | ||
Disneyland Birthday Celebration – 7:45 a, Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies – 11:45a Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Down With III – Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular Pacific Wharf Stage Presents The Kelly Rae Band Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Jazz Pianist: House of Blues– RX Bandits with No Motiv |
Friday 7/18 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies – 11:45a Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Instant Replay: A Tribute Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents Scot Bruce – A Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Kenny Sara House of Blues– MTV You Hear It First: The |
Saturday 7/19 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies – 11:45a Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Instant Replay: A Tribute Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 11:30a 12:45p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents Scot Bruce – A Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen– Kenny Sara House of Blues– Goldfinger with Slugg–O Reven After-Concert Party ($11-20) 10p |
Sunday 7/20 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies – 11:45a Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Instant Replay: A Tribute Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents Scot Bruce – A Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Lisa House of Blues – Gospel Brunch 10a, 1p ($16.50-$33) House of Blues – Puya with Bayadera ($15) S.I.N. with Mellowminds and Illegal Substance ($10) |
Monday 7/21 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies – 11:45a Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Voyager – 7p 8p Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 4:45p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents The Kelly Rae Band Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Jazz Pianist: |
Tuesday 7/22 | ||
| Disneyland Parade of the Stars – 4:45p 8p “Believe…There’s Magic in the Stars” – Fireworks 9:30p Calling All Space Scouts…A Buzz Lightyear Club Buzz Stage Presents Voyager – 7p 8p Fantasmic – 9p 10:30p Mickey’s Detective School – 1p 2:15p 3:30p Sword in the Stone Ceremony – 10:45a 11:45a The Golden Horseshoe Variety Show – 11:45a | Disney’s Electrical Parade – 8:45p Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular 12:45p 2:30p 5p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents Caravana – Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! – 10:30a Who Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It! – X Games Xperience at Disney’s California Adventure: | Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen – Jazz Pianist: House of Blues – Moenia ($22.50 – $25) 7p |
