We hope you had a safe and happy 4th of July! Here in the United States, we celebrate our independence with fireworks, red, white, and blue decorations, and festive food. Disneyland is known for its remarkable fireworks displays. We’ve got lots of photos to share. If you missed the celebration, you still have plenty of time to get caught up, as the festivities will be lasting through the weekend as part of Limited Time Magic.
LIMITED TIME MAGIC – INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Disneyland Resort theme parks will offer a variety of Fourth of July-themed extras throughout the week, including the popular Fourth of July fireworks and World of Color pre-shows. This year, the Fourth of July fireworks at Disneyland and the World of Color pre-show at Disney California Adventure will interact with Disney’s Glow with the Show light-up ear hats. Mickey Mouse will also meet with guests on Main Street throughout the day, dressed in his finest patriotic attire. Special merchandise will be available in both parks as well.
The Mickey meet and greet is very popular.
TOWN SQUARE
Yes, the minute you walk into Disneyland it is apparent that the patriotic holiday is still in full swing.
TREATS
Specialty desserts are available on Main Street, including: Red, White and Blue Mason Jar Desserts at Carnation Cafe and Patriotic Cotton Candy, Apple Pie Pockets and Fourth of July cupcakes at other locations.
As Andy Castro so eloquently covered on Monday, there is also a bit of fun happening back at the Festival Arena. Say what you will about the decorations, but you simply can’t argue with the fact that it’s a great place to visit with your favorite characters. When we were there, there were no lines at all to interact with Woody, Jessie, or Goofy. It was a relaxed atmosphere of fun.
MATTER-FUN
It seems that, while not scaling the Matterhorn, the climbers are now working the Matterhorn queue and entertaining guests. This is a great little touch and the guests seemed to enjoy it.
Disneyland Park – A Salute to 58 Years of Magic
July 9 and 16, 2013
Disneyland will continue to celebrate its 58th anniversary with special presentations by Disney artist Stacia Martin. The events, held inside the Main Street Opera House, are for Annual Passholders only and will be offered twice each day on the 9th and 16th. July 9, 2013, 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.: Fantasyland & Tomorrowland. July 16, 2013, 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. : Main Street, U.S.A. & Disneyland in 1955 Details are below:
Passholders may begin registration at 12:00 noon at the Main Street, U.S.A. Opera House in Disneyland. Registration must be completed in person at the Main Street, U.S.A. Opera House on the day of the event only.
BIG THUNDER REFURB
This week, we see more exterior painting climbing from the lower-level terrain and making its way up the course texture of the mountain. As Rainbow Ridge nears completion, we can see more progress all over the mountain, including along the track behind the structure.
Interactive details are now being added to the mountain and Thunder Ridge.
Rainbow Ridge now has Big Thunder Saloon and El Dorado Hotel signage. We can’t wait to see what is revealed next.
Big Thunder is scheduled to return in the Fall, but we are hearing that the project may be significantly delayed and may not return until the Holidays or even later.
NEW MICECHAT PODCAST FEATURING URSULA THE SEA WITCH
We just released the brand new MiceChat podcast and it is probably our best yet. Dusty and Doug sit down to chat with the voice of Ursula the Sea Witch, Pat Carol herself. Wait till you hear what she has to say about, well, everything. And, if that wasn’t enough, Disney Legend Bob Gurr joins the fun and then things get really crazy.
While there isn’t too much happening in Disney California Adventure, compared to last summer’s insanity, we still see that it is holding its own and remains quite crowded. Today, we stroll through the park and take in the sights.
Join MiceChat at the Firecracker Follies!
You still have time to join us for a special private performance of the Firecracker Follies in historic Silverlake.
Join MiceChat for a Private Performance of Firecracker Follies in Silverlake!
SPECIAL EVENT ALERT: Celebrate American independence with MiceChat this weekend! Join your MicePals for a special private performance of the hilarious Firecracker Follies, staring MiceChat’s official drag diva, MOMMA! This is an intimate variety show with live singing, dancing, and occasional choreography! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll wet your pants with patriotic pride! It’s the most fun you can have in the basement of a Mexican restaurant in Silverlake! There are only a few seats left, so grab your ticket and join us. Arrive early and have lunch with us before the show at Casita Del Campo! Get your tickets HERE NOW!
That will about do it for the Disneyland Resort In the Parks this week. Have a safe holiday weekend and we will see you In The Parks.