Update for August 23 – 28, 2011
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D23 Download | Fantasy Fair | A statue for Buena Vista Street | New guest experiences | Jolly Holiday Bakery Café | John of the Jungle | Military discount extended into 2012 | This and That… | Crowd Forecast
D23 Download
Even without any blockbuster announcements, Disney still revealed plenty of details about projects already known or rumored to be in the works during the D23 Expo it held this past weekend at the Anaheim Convention Center. On Friday, Disney Parks & Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs hosted an overview of theme park projects around the world, including information about a just-announced expansion of Disneyland's Fantasyland (likely the biggest surprise for Disneyland fans), an update on Cars Land (currently under construction in Disney's California Adventure park), and a teaser about a few special experiences that Disneyland guests may see in the future.
Thousands flocked to Anaheim for the second D23 Expo. Photo © Disney.
On Saturday, Imagineers Ray Spencer, Lisa Girolami, and Coulter Winn presented a detailed look at the new Buena Vista Street entrance for Disney California Adventure. Sunday, John Lasseter joined Disney Imagineers for a presentation about Cars Land, sharing even more information than was given during Parks and Resorts presentation. That presentation was followed by a panel discussion about Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, where Imagineering Tom Fitzgerald, Executive Vice President and Senior Creative Executive, revealed new details about what it took to update the Disney attraction.
Highlights from the 2011 D23 Expo panel, Radiator Springs Reality: Imagineering Cars Land for Disney California Adventure. Video clips. Topics include Chip Foos designed hard hat, Motivation to update Disney California Adventure, Developing Luigi's Flying Tires, Radiator Springs Racer, and how Cars Land influenced elements of the Cars 2 movie. MousePlanet video by Steven Ng.
Below, I go into a bit more detail about the Fantasy Fair and Buena Vista Street presentations. The video above features highlights of the Radiator Springs Reality presentation; highlights of the Star Tours panel discussion will be published on MousePlanet later this week.
Fantasy Faire
Tom Staggs and Disneyland Resort President George Kalogridis shared the stage for the Fantasy Faire portion of the Parks and Resorts presentation, and took turns revealing details of the new project. At the start of the announcement, Staggs said, “We're also pleased to announce that we're going to expand somewhat the boundaries of Fantasyland over at Disneyland with a brand new experience called Fantasy Faire. We're going to transform Carnation Plaza Garden into a storybook village, with a square where we invite guests of all ages to step into this fairy tale realm.”
Tom Staggs, Chairman, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and George Kalogridis, President, Disneyland Resort, talk about upcoming plans for the Disneyland Park during the 2011 D23 Expo. MousePlanet video by Steven Ng.
Kalogridis shared a concept image of the new area. “Imagineering is hard at work on the design elements of Fantasy Faire,” he said. He cautioned that the renderings were early, but said, “[They will] give you an idea of just how charming and enchanting it's going to be. At the heart of Fantasy Faire is tangled tower. It's an iconic sculpture inspired by the film, and serves as a central gathering point for all.”
Staggs said, “Inside the Royal princess hall, a trio of Disney royalty will welcome guest and provide a truly personal visit. Not only will it be a beautiful place to capture photos, but it's also going to give families ample time to meet with their favorite princesses.”
An artist rendering of the new Fantasy Faire at Disneyland. Photo © Disney.
Kalogridis said, “The Fantasy Faire stage will be an incredible new entertainment venue that will enable us to bring the stories and inspiring personalities of our fairy tale heroes and heroines to life, and to let our guests be part of the story too. Each morning, when the park opens, Princess Aurora will welcome her royal guests, and invite everyone to gather for a very special celebration. At various times throughout the day, families can join the royal ribbon festival with a Disney princess, and our royal court attendants, for dancing and celebration.”
Stagged reassured those who go to Carnation Garden Plaza for evening swing dances. He said, “At night, Fantasy Faire stage will still play host to the classic music and dance offerings our guests continue to love, so you swing dancers out there, don't worry.” Kalogridis said. “Fantasy Faire will feature new food and merchandise offerings, all themed to enhance this new fairy tale experience. Because we know this is the heart of the Disneyland park, Fantasy Fair will bring our classic characters and stories to life in a new, yet timeless way, and we can't wait, we're very excited.”
An artist rendering of the new Fantasy Faire at Disneyland. Photo © Disney.
Beyond the renderings shown during the presentation, there were very few firm details about how the physical space would be transformed. The Carnation Plaza Gardens borders Frontierland, so some degree of transition will need to be maintained to keep the Wild West from encroaching on Once Upon a Time.
With the princesses moving out of the Fantasyland Theater, hopefully that venue can be renovated and once again used for a stage show.
A statue for Buena Vista Street
The focal point of Disneyland's Central Plaza hub is the Partners statue featuring Walt and Mickey, and now Imagineers have unveiled a statue for Disney California Adventure, featuring the duo a few years younger, when Walt first came to Hollywood.
A young Walt and Mickey are the subject of DCA's new statue. Photo © Disney.
The as-yet-unnamed, sculpture will serve as the centerpiece of the new entry plaza, and will be located near the Carthay Circle theater.
The Carthay Circle Theater will house a new restaurant by Napa Rose's Andrew Sutton. Photo © Disney.
During Friday's Parks and Resorts presentation, Staggs also repeated remarks he made earlier this year, and said that the Carthy Circle Theater in DCA will feature a restaurant by Napa Rose chef Andrew Sutton.
Bob Weis, Vice President, Creative, Walt Disney Imagineering, narrates a computer rendering of a fly through of Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure. MousePlanet video by Steven Ng.
New guest experiences
During the Parks and Resorts presentation, Staggs said that many park guests wanted a deeper, and more personal experience with the resort and with the attractions. He said, “We're working on a series of special experiences that will enable our guests to interact with their favorite attractions and characters in a whole new way.”
Kalogridis sparked the interest of many in the audience when he said, “Imagine having dinner in the Haunted Mansion with some of our Imagineers. Or sitting down at a tea party with your two favorite princesses.” Kalogridis got a big response from the crowd when he asked, “How about being able to step back in time to be able to experience a Disneyland attraction from yesteryear once again? Like being able to enjoy a Planter's Punch Tahitian in the Tahitian Terrace, or to be immersed in the pageantry and panorama of America the Beautiful in Circle Vision 360?”
The Walt Disney Parks and Resorts presentation gave fans an overview of Disney's current theme park projects. Photo © Disney.
No additional details were given, and some immediately began wondering where America the Beautiful could be rebuilt inside Disneyland, or how soon the Tahitian Terrace could reopen. Since these were described as special experiences, and not new or returning attractions, this would likely be a limited offering or a special event.
Staggs also surprised the audience by openly speaking about what used to be Disneyland's best kept secret, saying “You all know that Club 33 has a really, really long waiting list. So long, in fact, that we stopped adding names a couple of years ago. I challenged George and his team to come up with some means of expanding our club offering here at the Disneyland Resort. Now, we're in the early stages, but it's going well and it looks good, and we look forward to sharing more information on that expansion with you in 2012. Stay tuned.” Again, no additional details were offered.
Jolly Holiday Bakery Café
There was another announcement last week about an upcoming Disneyland project, but it didn't come out of the Expo. A few days before the Expo began, the official Disney Parks Blog confirmed what MousePlanet's David Koenig reported back in March, that the Blue Ribbon Bakery would move to the former Plaza Pavilion restaurant, and would feature a Mary Poppins theme. The new eatery is to be called the Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, which Disney says will feature “an expanded menu, as well as outdoor seating.”
The Plaza Pavilion will be the new home of a Mary Poppins-theme bakery. Photo © Disney.
Once the new bakery opens (projected for January, 2012), the Blue Ribbon Bakery will close and be converted back into an indoor seating area for the adjacent Carnation Cafe. That remodel is expected to last until summer 2012.
The Main Street makeover also calls for expansing the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor and the Candy Palace display kitchen. Both locations close in January, 2012, and reopen in spring. During that time, the Penny Arcade is also closing, though Disney assured fans that it will return (though probably a bit smaller—the new space for Gibson Girl and Candy Palace has to come from somewhere).
Did your family visit Disneyland during the Christmas season in 1977? Did you attend Grad Nite in 1978? If so, you may have something Pixar chief John Lasseter is looking for—a photograph of himself working as a skipper on the World Famous Jungle Cruise.
Disney announces the John of the Jungle contest. Video © Disney.
Lasseter began his Disney career working on the classic attraction, but never got a photograph of himself in the costume. Now Disney and Pixar have launched a nationwide search for someone, anyone, who snapped a photo of Lasseter “performing his duties” as a Jungle Cruise skipper. If you have it, you could win a trip to be a VIP at the grand opening of Cars Land in 2012, and a private Jungle Cruise ride with John Lasseter.
To help narrow down the search, Lasseter said that he was trained around Thanksgiving, 1977, and worked Holiday 1977, Easter 1978, Grad Nite 1978, and summer 1978. He said he plans to share a photo of himself at that age, so people have an idea of what they're looking for.
John Lasseter announces the “John of the Jungle” contest which awards a trip to the opening of Cars Land for the first person who can find a photograph taken of Lasseter when he skippered a Jungle Cruise boat as a cast member in 1977. MousePlanet video by Steven Ng.
To warn off any would-be digital artists, Lasseter warned, “Pixar invented digital compositing. We know a fake when we see it. They don't count!”
If you think you have the photo, visit JohnoftheJungle.com for instructions on how to submit the picture. Lasseter himself will authenticate the photos, and, if more than one is submitted, the winner will be selected at random from all eligible entries.
Military discount extended into 2012
Reader DwarfPlanet alerted us that Disney's Military Salute offer has been extended through September 2012. The promotion, which began in 2010 and has already been extended, offers both active and retired U.S. military personnel or their spouses 3-day Disneyland park hopper tickets for $95.00. The offer has a limit of six tickets per eligible service member (or their spouse, but not both). If an eligible service member has already purchased their allotted six tickets, they now have another chance to purchase up to six more tickets before the end of the promotion.
Based on past offers, Disney defines “Eligible Service Members” as active or retired members of the U.S. military, including active members of the National Guard or Reserves, and active or retired members of the Coast Guard. This discount is available at MWR/ITT offices at your military base, or at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Valid military ID is required. The price is the same for adults and children, and total of six tickets may be purchased per military member, regardless of who purchases the tickets (the member or their spouse). Tickets must be purchased by Sept 30, 2012. The ticket has the following blockout dates: December 24, 2011 to January 2, 2012; February 17 to 19, 2012; April 2 to 14, 2012; July 4, 2012.
As far as we can tell, there is no “fuse” on this ticket, so you may have more than the standard 13 days from first use to use the remaining two admissions, but we highly recommend you contact your base MWR/ITT office for more details before making travel plans. Please note that this ticket is not a “bonus” ticket, and so does not include an early admission day.
This and That…
…RunDisney training consultant Jeff Galloway will be at The Running Lab in Orange (about 3 miles from Disneyland) on Tuesday, August 30 from 6:00 to 8:00pm. While not a Disney event, Galloway's talk comes just days before the 2011 Disneyland Half Marathon, and is an excellent opportunity for local runners and walkers to discuss training and fitness with the former Olympic athlete. Call (714) 538-1355 for more information about the event.
… The Tinker Bell Half Marathon, scheduled for January 29, 2012, sold out last week. There is still space available in the Never Land Family Fun Run 5K and Disney Kids' Races. More information is available on the race website.
…AAA awarded the 2012 Four Diamond rating to the Disneyland Hotel earlier this month. The Grand Californian Hotel is also a AAA Four Diamond hotel, and the two Disney properties are the only Four Diamond hotels in Anaheim. According to the AAA website, the Four Diamond rating is given to hotels that are “refined, stylish with upscale physical attributes, extensive amenities and high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail.”
…Visitors planning trips to the Disneyland Resort should make a point to check the Current Refurbishment/Attraction Closures section each week for the most recent updates. The Disneyland Resort Web site currently only publishes refurbishment information about six weeks in advance. Be sure to check the most recent Park Update for the latest changes, as MousePlanet does not edit past Park Updates to reflect changes.
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Community Events
Come CHOC Walk with Team MousePlanet
Team MousePlanet is back for our fourth year at the CHOC Walk in the Park, benefiting Children's Hospital Orange County. In 2010, 74 members of Team MousePlanet jointly raised $11,626.40—we'd love to beat that record for 2011. The 2011 race is Sunday, October 16, 2011 at the Disneyland Resort. There is no fee to sign up; you just need to raise $50 by the event day. Here's how you can participate:
- Walk with Team MousePlanet – register to walk with us at the October 16 event, and earn prizes as you meet your fundraising goals. Team MousePlanet Walkers who raise at least $50 (the minimum entry fee for the walk) by October 12 receive a very special Team MousePlanet ear hat as a thank-you gift for participating, and are eligible for additional prizes from Walk sponsors.
- Raise money with Team MousePlanet – register as a “Sleeping Bear,” (someone who is raising money, but cannot attend the Walk in person), and earn prizes as you meet your fundraising goals.
- Sponsor a specific Team MousePlanet walker – sponsor a Team MousePlanet walker, and help them earn prizes.
For more information, to register or to donate, visit our CHOC Walk website. To talk with other Team MousePlanet walkers, visit our MousePad discussion forum.
Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Disneyland
- Disneyland Monorail – opening at 10 a.m. Monday through Friday until further notice. This shortened schedule is due to the Buena Vista Street construction in DCA. The monorail operates on a normal schedule on weekends.
- Matterhorn Bobsleds – closed through September 1 for refurbishment.
- Haunted Mansion – closed August 29 to September 15 for installation of the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay.
- Pirates of the Caribbean – closed September 7 to November 23 for refurbishment.
- Blue Bayou – closed September 7 to November 23 for refurbishment.
- Space Mountain – closed September 9–15 for installation of the Ghost Galaxy overlay.
- Mark Twain – closed September 26–28 for deck oiling.
- “it's a small world” – closed October 24 to November 10 for installation of the holiday overlay.
- Plaza Pavillion – closed through January 2012 for conversion to Jolly Holiday Bakery Café.
- Blue Ribbon Bakery – closes January 2012. The space will be converted back to an indoor seating area for the Carnation Cafe.
- Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor – closes January 2012 for renovation. Expected to reopen in spring, 2012.
- Candy Palace – closes January 2012 for renovation. Expected to reopen in spring, 2012.
Seasonal refurbishments:
- California Screamin' – closed September 6 to October 14 for refurbishment.
- Redwood Challenge Creek Trail – closed October 3–28 for refurbishment.
- It's Tough to be a Bug! – closed October 24 to November 11 for refurbishment.
Construction-related closures:
- Engine-Ears Toys – closed through May 30, 2012 for renovation.
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Baker's Field Bakery – closed through May 30, 2012 for conversion to Clarabelle's Hand-Scooped Ice Cream
Bur-r-r Bank Ice Cream – closed through May 30, 2012 for conversion to Fiddler, Fife, and Practical Cafe. - Greetings from California – closed August 29, 2011 to May 30, 2012 for renovation.
Disneyland Resort Hotels
- Disneyland Hotel Neverland Pool – closed due to construction. The hotel's new pool area and new Monorail water slide are now open for hotel guests.
- Disneyland Hotel Guest Laundry – closed due to construction. Hotel guests can use the laundry facility at Disney's Paradise Pier hotel during the refurbishment.
- Disneyland Hotel Fitness Center – closed due to construction. The fitness center equipment has been relocated to one of the hotel meeting rooms; ask the front desk for the most recent information as you check in.
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.
Resort Events
Check here to see if a large convention, competition or park event might fall during your next trip to the Disneyland Resort. If you know of any in-park events, official or unofficial, that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail (link).
2011
Summer
- Mickey's Soundsational Summer – through September 5.
- ElecTRONica – through Spring 2012.
- Sixth annual Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend – September 2–4. Sold out.
Fall
- HalloweenTime at the Disneyland Resort – September 16 to October 31
- ElecTRONica – Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights through Spring 2012.
- Fall 2011 MouseAdventure at the Disneyland Resort – Saturday, September 24 (Advanced division) and Sunday, September 25 (Advanced, Basic and 101 divisions) at the Disneyland Resort. The event is now sold out; visit MouseAdventure.com to sign up for our newsletter for information about future events.
- 13th annual Gays Days at the Disneyland Resort (unofficial event) – September 30 to October 2. Event attendance will be higher at Disneyland on Saturday, DCA on Sunday (link).
- Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland – September 30; October 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 and 31. Advance-purchase tickets are on sale now for Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders via the AP section of Disneyland.com or by calling (714) 781–4000. Tickets are to the general public starting July 1 via Disneyland.com.
- CHOC Walk in the Park – Sunday October 16. Registration is now open via the event website.
- Utah Education Association convention (UEA, a.k.a. “Utah Escapes to Anaheim”) – October 20 & 21 (link). Expect unusually large attendance levels October 20–23 as Utah students and families take advantage of a 4-day weekend created by their school's participation in a state education convention. Not all Utah schools or teachers close for or attend UEA, but the impact on the Resort is usually noticeable enough to mention.
- Fall 2011 MouseAdventure at Walt Disney World – Saturday, November 12. Registration is now open, visit MouseAdventure.com for more information and to sign up for our newsletter.
Winter
- Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort – November 14, 2011 to January 8, 2012.
- ElecTRONica – Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights now through Spring 2012.
2012
- ElecTRONica – Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights now through Spring 2012.
- Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – January 27–29. Registration for the half marathon is now sold out; registration for the family races is still open at the Run Disney website.
- Grad Nite events – this party for high school seniors graduating in 2012 will be held May 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 and June 1, 7, 8, 14. The 2012 event includes admission to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure during regular operating hours, and a private party in Disneyland after the park closes to the public for the night.
We also recommend checking the convention calendar at the Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau website. When looking at that site, remember to note both the number of people and the number of rooms resulting from each convention. A gathering of 25,000 people booking few room nights (indicating most will be driving in to the area for their meeting) can impact traffic around the Resort much more than a crowd of 25,000 staying in area hotels. Of course, that second group is going to make finding a hotel room more difficult (and possibly more expensive), so it's best to book your own room as early as possible if you see that a big convention is in town during your trip.
Current Discounts & Promotions
Several current promotions offer discounted admission to the Disneyland Resort. For your convenience, we have grouped the discount offers based on the number of days the tickets are valid. Check out the category that best matches the amount of time you plan to spend at the resort, and pick the offer that works best for you. And keep those tips coming—let us know if you find a better or different offer, so we can share it with other readers!
This first section is a list of discounts on ticket-only purchases. Though it has become more common in recent years, Disneyland tickets are rarely offered at deep discounts unless you are a resident of Southern California or Northern Mexico. For residents outside that area, the best discounts available tend to be simple advance purchase discounts.
If you know of any additional discounts, offers, promotions, or contests that should be listed in this section, drop us a line. Note, we are no longer listing offers from the Anaheim-Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau, as their convenience fee negates any savings.
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One Day, One Park Ticket – Regularly $80/$74 One Day Park Hopper – Regularly $105/$99 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Two Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $158/$146 Two Day Park Hopper – Regularly $173/$161 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Three Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $209/$193 Three Day Park Hopper – Regularly $224/$208 |
3-Day So Cal Resident Ticket ($139) and 3-Day So Cal Resident Park Hopper ($154) – The 2011 3-Day So Cal resident discount ticket is $139, $31 more expensive than the 2010 version, and offers Southern California residents three one-day admissions to either Disneyland or Disney's California Adventure. The ticket is the same price for adults and children. This base ticket is NOT a park hopper, and allows admission to only one park per day. For an additional $15 per person, you can upgrade to a 3-day Park Hopper ticket that allows admission to both parks each day. The ticket is valid June 3 through September 5, 2011, but is blocked out July 2-4 and August 21-22. The ticket has a 45-day “fuse,” which means you must use all three admissions within 45 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($199/$183) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Disneyland website. Ticket must be purchased between June 12 and October 1, 2011, and is not available for purchase at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Ticket is valid beginning June 19, and first use must be on or before October 1, 2011. The ticket has a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all three admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). This ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5-$25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Advance Purchase 3-day, One Park Per Day Bonus Ticket ($199/$183) or 3-day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($214/$198) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Internet or select dealers. First use must be on or before December 31, 2012. These tickets have a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all three admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). If purchased from the Disneyland website, this ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5-$25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Ticket may also be available from AAA offices in Northern California, Nevada, and Utah (not currently listed at the AAA Web site, you may need to call your local office). Disney Stores (California), Safeway supermarkets (California and Arizona), and participating travel agents. It is best to call and confirm before visiting a location, however. If purchased from AAA, the tickets come with free parking at the Mickey & Friends parking garage (a $15/day value). Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Ticket ($95) – A discounted price offered to active or retired U.S. military personnel or their spouses. Based on past offers, Disney defines “Eligible Service Members” as active or retired members of the US military, including active members of the National Guard or Reservists and active or retired members of the US Coast Guard. This discount is available at MWR/ITT offices at your military base, or at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Valid military ID is required. The price is the same for adults and children, and total of six tickets may be purchased per military member, regardless of who purchases the tickets (the member or their spouse). Tickets must be purchased by Sept 30, 2012. The ticket has the following blockout dates: December 24, 2011 to January 2, 2012; February 17 to 19, 2012; April 2 to 14, 2012; July 4, 2012. As far as we can tell, there is no “fuse” on this ticket, so you may have more than the standard 13 days from first use to use the remaining two admissions, but we highly recommend you contact your base MWR/ITT office for more details before making travel plans. Please note that this ticket is not a “bonus” ticket, and so does not include an early admission day. |
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Four Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $234/$216 Four Day Park Hopper – Regularly $249/$231 |
Costco 4-Day Park Hopper Ticket plus $50 Disney gift card ($239.99) – A special offer for Costco members who are also residents of Southern California, this ticket is available online and in select Costco stores. Unlike most other park hopper tickets, this ticket has no “fuse” – you can use the first admission today, and have until October 19, 2011 to use the remaining admission days before the ticket expires. The ticket is blocked out August 21-22, 2011. This ticket comes with a $50 Disney gift card, and has an “upgrade value” of $192 if you want to update the 4-day ticket to a higher value ticket or annual pass. The ticket states that visitors “Must reside within ZIP codes 90000-93599” and that “Proof of residency required upon redemption.” The ticket you purchase at Costco is a valid admission ticket, and you can take it directly to a main entrance gate to use it. We've been told that, to prevent the unauthorized “transfer” of tickets between visitors (i.e., you use the first two days of the ticket and give it to a friend to use the second two days), visitors will be required to write their name on the ticket when it is first used for admission, and to show ID with that same name upon subsequent admissions. Obviously minor children will be exempt from the ID requirement, but will also be required to write their name on the ticket when it is first used. Adults should plan to have ID with them to use the ticket. Promotional 4-Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($219/$201) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Disneyland website. Ticket must be purchased between June 12 and October 1, 2011, and is not available for purchase at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Ticket is valid beginning June 19, and first use must be on or before October 1, 2011. The ticket has a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all four admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). This ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5-$25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Advance Purchase 4-day, One Park Per Day Bonus Ticket ($219/$201) or 4-day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($234/$216) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Internet or select dealers. First use must be on or before December 31, 2012. These tickets have a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all four admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). If purchased from the Disneyland website, this ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5-$25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Ticket may also be available from AAA offices in Northern California, Nevada, and Utah (not currently listed at the AAA Web site, you may need to call your local office). Disney Stores (California), Safeway supermarkets (California and Arizona), and participating travel agents. It is best to call and confirm before visiting a location, however. If purchased from AAA, the tickets come with free parking at the Mickey & Friends parking garage (a $15/day value). |
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Five Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $251/$231 Five Day Park Hopper – Regularly $266/$246 |
Promotional 5-Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($231/$211) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Disneyland website. Ticket must be purchased between June 12 and October 1, 2011, and is not available for purchase at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Ticket is valid beginning June 19, and first use must be on or before October 1, 2011. The ticket has a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all five admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). This ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5 to $25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Advance Purchase 5-day, One Park Per Day Bonus Ticket ($231/$211) or 5-day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($246/$226) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Internet or select dealers. First use must be on or before December 31, 2012. These tickets have a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all five admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). If purchased from the Disneyland website, this ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ($5 to $25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Ticket may also be available from AAA offices in Northern California, Nevada, and Utah (not currently listed at the AAA Web site, you may need to call your local office). Disney Stores (California), Safeway supermarkets (California and Arizona), and participating travel agents. It is best to call and confirm before visiting a location, however. If purchased from AAA, the tickets come with free parking at the Mickey & Friends parking garage (a $15/day value). |
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Six Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $256/$239 Six Day Park Hopper – Regularly $271/$251 |
Promotional 6-Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($236/$216) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Disneyland website. Ticket must be purchased between June 12 and October 1, 2011, and is not available for purchase at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Ticket is valid beginning June 19, and first use must be on or before October 1, 2011. The ticket has a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all three admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). This ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5-$25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Advance Purchase 6-day, One Park Per Day Bonus Ticket ($236/$216) or 6-day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket ($251/$231) – A discounted price for advance purchase through the Internet or select dealers. First use must be on or before December 31, 2012. These tickets have a 13-day “fuse,” which means you must use all six admissions within 13 days of the first use, or forfeit the unused days. “Bonus Tickets” include one early admission day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday). If purchased from the Disneyland website, this ticket can be purchased and printed at home the same day you plan to use it (eTicket service). You can also ask to pick up the ticket at Will Call ($5 fee) or have it mailed to your home ( $5-$25 delivery fee, depending on service.) Ticket may also be available from AAA offices in Northern California, Nevada, and Utah (not currently listed at the AAA Web site, you may need to call your local office). Disney Stores (California), Safeway supermarkets (California and Arizona), and participating travel agents. It is best to call and confirm before visiting a location, however. If purchased from AAA, the tickets come with free parking at the Mickey & Friends parking garage (a $15/day value). |
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No discounts currently available for new purchases. Southern California residents can take advantage of the monthly-payment plan when purchasing any but the Premier Annual Passport.
Premier Annual Passport: $749 [Valid at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort; includes parking] |
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2011 Southern California CityPass $276/$229 |
2011 Southern California CityPass ($276/$229) – This pass includes a 3-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Bonus Ticket (including one early-entry day), a one-day admission to either San Diego Zoo or San Diego Wild Animal Park, as well as one-day admission to Sea World San Diego and Universal Studios Hollywood. The CityPass expires 14 days after first use at any location, and is valid through December 31, 2011. Purchase CityPass through the Disneyland website or on-site at the ticket booths of Disneyland Resort or the other theme parks included in the pass. You can also purchase directly from the CityPass website though this has a minimum $7.50 shipping charge. |
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Hotel/Travel Packages
Summer room-only hotel discounts offer – The Resort is offering discounts of up to 25 percent on select Disneyland Resort Hotel stays for arrivals through August 13, 2011. Travel must be booked by July 23, 2011, and a two-night minimum stay is required. Discount applies only to standard and concierge level rooms. There is a limit of two rooms per reservation, and a maximum of five people per room. Travel must be completed by August 14, 2011.
“specially created, limited time Disney's Fastpass return line for The Little Mermaid – Ariel's Undersea Adventure attraction” that will be available through September 11, 2011.
Book online at the Disneyland website, call Walt Disney Travel Company at (714) 520-6425, or contact your favorite travel agent.
Costco Travel Packages – Many different travel packages including visits to Disneyland and Disneyland hotels are available through Costco. When purchasing a Costco Disneyland travel package, extras that will be included are: Mickey's Toontown Madness admission (currently available Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays, and Saturdays), a character breakfast collectible pin and lanyard, and a Costco luggage tag per person, plus a $20 Disneyland Resort gift card per package.
Disney's Resort Magic and Good Neighbor Magic Packages – Package includes accommodations one of the three resort hotels or at one of 40 Good Neighbor hotels; Souvenir Park Hopper ticket with voucher for admission to Mickey's Toontown Morning Madness, plus one Magic Morning (early entry) for three-day or longer Park Hoppers; preferred seating at four DCA attractions (Disney's Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular, Muppet*Vision 3D, It's Tough to be a Bug!, Golden Dreams); Preferred Showing of Turtle Talk with Crush (Priority Viewing at the first Turtle Talk with Crush show of the day, on any one day – one voucher per Guest); Disney Dream coin keepsake (one per package), luggage tag and lanyard with pin; a Downtown Disney Fun Card; and a “Character Call” from Mickey, Minnie, Goofy or Crush. Contact Disney Travel or your favorite travel agent.
Contact a MousePlanet sponsor travel agency for assistance in booking your next trip
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Other Discounts
Character Dining Vouchers – Discounted character dining vouchers are available for purchase online, in advance of your trip, through Get Away Travel.
Disney Visa Discounted Stroller Rental – If you have a Disney Visa card you can rent up to two strollers at a discount of 50%. This offer is valid only at the Main Gate rental location between Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.
Rainforest Cafe Safari Club – Members of the Rainforest Cafe get priority seating when available (which makes a huge difference on busy days), and a 10% discount on entrees for up to four people. Additionally, after signing up, your membership card will be mailed to you and be accompanied by a $10 award good for your next visit to a Rainforest Cafe. So if you know you will be eating there while at Disneyland and have a Rainforest Cafe local to you, it may make sense to prejoin the Safari Club so that you can use the award during your trip. See the Rainforest Cafe website for details.
ESPNZone MVP Club – Membership in the MVP Club does not offer any discounts on food. However, once a member you can make an online reservation for your party up to three days in advance and will get a 25% increase in points purchased when playing games in the Sports Arena (and 40 bonus points at activation). You must register online and your membership card will then be mailed to you within two weeks. The card must then be activated at any ESPNZone by the person who signed up for the card and ID will be required (link).
Park Schedule/Blockout Dates
DL: Disneyland
DCA: Disney California Adventure
Annual Pass blockout dates:
- SL – Southern California Select Annual Pass
- SC – Southern California Annual Pass
- DX – Deluxe Annual Pass
Disneyland Resort Special Events:
- MM – Magic Morning at Disneyland
- TT – Toontown Morning Madness at Disneyland
- Grad Nite
- MHP – Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
MousePlanet Special Events:
- MA – MouseAdventure (www.mouseadventure.com)
| 8/21 | 8/22 | 8/23 | 8/24 |
8/25 |
8/26 | 8/27 |
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DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL MM |
DL: 9a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 9a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p MM |
DL: 9a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 9a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p MM |
DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL TT |
DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC MM / TT |
| 8/28 | 8/29 | 8/30 | 8/31 |
9/1 |
9/2 | 9/3 |
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DL: 8a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p SL MM |
DL: 9a-10p
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 9a-10p
DCA: 10a-10p MM |
DL: 9a-10p
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 9a-10p
DCA: 10a-10p MM |
DL: 9a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p MM / TT |
DL: 9a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC/DX TT |
| 9/4 | 9/5 | 9/6 | 9/7 | 9/8 | 9/9 | 9/10 |
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DL: 9a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC/DX MM |
DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 9a-6p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 9a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 9a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC MM / TT |
| 9/11 | 9/12 | 9/13 | 9/14 | 9/15 | 9/16 | 9/17 |
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DL: 9a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 9a-6p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 9a-11p
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC MM / TT |
| 9/18 | 9/19 | 9/20 | 9/21 | 9/22 | 9/23 | 9/24 |
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DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p TT |
DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL/SC MM / TT |
| 9/25 | 9/26 | 9/27 | 9/28 | 9/29 | 9 /30 | |
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DL: 8a-12a
DCA: 10a-10p SL MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p TT |
DL: 10a-8p
DCA: 10a-8p MM |
DL: 8a-7p DCA: 10a-10p TT MHP |
Visit our Annual Passholders Blockout Dates page to see more dates. You can see future calendar schedules at Disneyland. As always, specifics are subject to change without notice (or occasionally, without us noticing) so when information conflicts between what is presented here and that presented by Disney, it is best to assume Disney's information is correct.
Visit the Park Hours section of our Disneyland Park guide for additional details about Magic Morning and Toontown Morning Madness, including available attractions.
Entertainment schedule: Go directly to the Disneyland Resort schedule for this week at Disneyland.com here.
