This week, we shared an exciting update that the Disney Parks Blog will be hosting a special #DisneyParksLIVE stream sponsored by AT&T covering the dedication ceremony of Star Wars:Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland Resort on May 29.
Join us right here on the Disney Parks Blog on May 29 at 8:20 pm PDT | 11:20 pm EDT for a first look at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and to see the historic dedication moment from Disneyland Resort in California. Special coverage will also be featured on Disney Parks Blog Facebook and @DisneyParks Twitter channels during the ceremony.
And until our #DisneyParksLIVE stream on May 29, be sure to catch up on all Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge updates by visiting the site’s special Star Wars at Disney Parks page. Our exclusive Disney Parks Blog “Building Batuu” series and “Know Before You Go” series will have you ready for your first visit!
And did you see Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland park? It’s now open after a months-long refurbishment – and it’s more beautiful than ever! We shared some first images of the beloved icon with vibrant new colors, a new roof and charming and subtle pixie dust, among other enhancements.
Check out Kevin’s original Sleeping Beauty Castle story for more images.
Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week:
- First Look: Guidemap for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park – When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Disneyland park on May 31, it will be the largest and most technologically advanced single-themed land expansion ever in a Disney park. You’ll step right into a remote planet full of unique sights, sounds, smells, tastes and other immersive experiences. To help you “map” out your visit, check out the Disneyland park guidemap!
- 7 Reasons Why You Should Check Out H2O Glow Nights This Summer – H2O Glow Nights are back at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon for a second summer. This exclusive after-hours party will take place on select nights from May 30 to August 24, 2019. Take a look our top seven reasons you should add H2O Glow to your summer 2019 bucket list.
- Experience ‘Rivers of Light: We Are One’ and More New Magic Starting This Weekend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom – “Rivers of Light: We Are One” debuted this weekend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as the next chapter of this beautiful nighttime pageant unfolds, telling the story of our connection with animals and the emotions and milestones we all share in our journey through the great circle of life.
- Soarin’ Over California Returns to Disney California Adventure Park this June for a Limited Time – The epic, aerial adventure Soarin’ Over California returns to Disney California Adventure park! From June 1 to 30, this beloved attraction is coming back for a limited time this summer.
- New Themed Port at Tokyo DisneySea to be Named Fantasy Springs – The eighth and newest Tokyo DisneySea themed port announced last summer as part of the largest ever Tokyo DisneySea expansion has officially been named Fantasy Springs!
- Frightening Fun for Tweens at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure Park – This Halloween season, guests of all ages are sure to have a ghoulishly good time at the new Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure park.