Billed as the successor to the beloved Main Street Electrical Parade, Disneyland’s new 1.5 million-light Paint the Night will be a near carbon copy of a Hong Kong Disneyland nighttime parade.
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12 Reasons to Get Excited About the Disneyland Diamond Celebration
Storytelling: “I love that fact that we are really pushing the storytelling envelope on all the entertainment offerings for the Diamond Celebration. It’s great fun to research and use technology to create these immersive worlds, knowing guests will see our classic stories in mesmerizing new ways. It’s going to bring Disneyland to life in ways they couldn’t even imagine.” – Steve Davison, Executive Parades & Spectaculars, Walt Disney Imagineering Creative Entertainment
Guest Service: “Our Cast Members are the stewards of an incredible legacy that Walt Disney bestowed upon us. They are the storytellers who bring our amazing experiences to life, and they are the heart and soul of every meaningful interaction that takes place at the Disneyland Resort. I’m looking forward to watching them shine throughout our Diamond Celebration.” – Michael Colglazier, President, Disneyland Resort
Music: “I felt Walt Disney had a lot of heart and this song, ‘A Kiss Goodnight,’ is for him. It commemorates the 60th Anniversary of Disneyland opening and it’s for Walt because he’s the one who came up with the idea of having fireworks at the end of the night. He wanted to give the folks who were leaving after a day at the park a little extra gift from him, and that was why he called it a little kiss goodnight. So as they leave, and they see fireworks shooting in the sky and they hear music and see Tinker Bell flying across the sky, all these things were Walt Disney’s gift to his guests. That story inspired this song, ‘A Kiss Goodnight’ for the new fireworks show. After all these years, people still get a kiss goodnight, so this is very special for me.” – Richard M. Sherman, Disney Legend and composer of a new song for the “Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular, adding to his repertoire of Disney songs, many written with his brother, Robert B. Sherman
Whimsy: “I can’t wait to see (the ‘Mary Poppins’ sequence in “Disneyland Forever” fireworks). I can’t figure out how they’re going to do it. I guess the chimney sweeps will go down the side of Main Street, over the buildings. It’s going to be spectacular! I wish Walt were here (to experience it).” – Dick Van Dyke, Disney legend, award-winning actor, comedian, singer and star in Disney films such as “Mary Poppins”
Nostalgia: “I grew up with the Main Street Electrical Parade and, at the start of my career, I worked for the original creator of the Main Street Electrical Parade, Bob Jani. This new parade has wonderful nods back to the original, but ‘Paint the Night’ has a whole new feel, plus amazing visuals and technology that will ‘wow’ our guests.” – Sayre Wiseman, Executive Producer, Walt Disney Imagineering Creative Entertainment
Brilliance: “The new ‘Paint the Night’ parade features eight sparkling stories that create a beautiful river of light coming down Main Street, U.S.A. The floats, performers and props are all choreographed together with dazzling lights, and guests can interact with it all.”—Tracy Halas, Choreographer Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Creative Entertainment
Fun: “I just have always grown up with Disney on my brain and now that I have kids of my own, it’s super great to be able to show them the things that excited me when I was a kid.” – Neil Patrick Harris, co-host of “World of Color – Celebrate!”
Humor: “ ‘World of Color – Celebrate!’ is a completely new show and it harks back to Walt Disney, himself, as he imagined Disneyland, a place that would continue to grow and innovate for many generations. There is so much wonderful humor plus heartfelt moments in the new ‘World of Color – Celebrate!’ I think guests will want to see it again and again.” – Sayre Wiseman, Executive Producer, Walt Disney Imagineering
Innovation: “I can’t wait for guests to see all the new entertainment being created for the Diamond Celebration. From telling stories in the sky to painting the night with light, guests will be immersed in innovation, enchanted by wonderful narratives, and reminded of the incredible legacy of Walt Disney.” – John Addis, Show Director, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative Entertainment
Family: “What makes this (60th anniversary) even more special is coming to the Disneyland Resort with family, or when you come with someone who has never been before, because you get to live it again through them. Watching them being surprised and excited to be here, that’s what makes it special.” – Diego Boneta, Mexican singer and actor, and frequent guest at the Disneyland Resort
Diamonds: “I’m looking forward to seeing Sleeping Beauty Castle in all its finery. I remember the golden crowns of the 50th (anniversary). Can’t wait for the diamond bling.” –Leigh Ann Lambert, Huntington Beach, CA. Disneyland Resort Annual Passholder
24-hour Celebration: “I graduate college on May 22 and I’m very excited to experience it all with friends, and to be wearing my cap until 6 a.m. on May 23!”—Kelsy Nicolini, La Mirada, CA. Disneyland Resort Annual Passholder
Unique Dining, Shopping and Interactive Street Entertainment Add to the Fun of Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration
he Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration will touch every aspect of the guest experience, beginning May 22, 2015. As guests enjoy the spectacular, new shows highlighting the celebration, they’ll also encounter brilliant décor, special entertainment throughout the parks and countless opportunities to amplify the Diamond Celebration fun with food, beverage and souvenir offerings.
Guests Invited to Join the Entertainment
In addition to the “Paint the Night” parade, immersive “Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular and new “World of Color – Celebrate!” shows, opportunities for guests to become part of the musical magic of Disneyland will be found throughout the resort.
- At Disneyland:
- Guests may join a daily Diamond March-Along up Main Street, U.S.A., with the Disneyland Band and Disney characters in their sparkling, new Diamond Celebration costumes. The cavalcade concludes with a Diamond Sing-Along at Town Square in Disneyland Park.
- Also on Main Street, U.S.A., the Dapper Dans quartet will invite guests to join Diamond Sing-Alongs, while the Straw Hatters band will encourage Diamond Dance-Alongs. Every musical group across the Disneyland Resort is incorporating special Diamond Celebration moments into its shows.
- At Disney California Adventure Park:
- Guests may Dream-Along with Mickey Mouse and the Red Car News Boys, as Mickey shares a whole new song about his vision for the Happiest Place on Earth. When the Five & Dime arrive on Buena Vista Street, guests will be immersed in a joyous Dance-Along with Dime, Goofy and the boys.
- Mad T Party returns to Disney California Adventure beginning May 22, as guests are invited down the rabbit hole to experience the Diamond Mad T Party, a nighttime entertainment party inspired by Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland” motion picture.
- The Mad T Party main stage will feature a live band, performing contemporary and classic rock favorites as well as newly mashed-up Disney tunes given a rare Mad T Party twist. When the band isn’t onstage, the White Rabbit DJ takes over and plays the latest, hottest dance tunes.
- Also for Mad T Party, the Hottest Deck in Town dance crew will perform their high-energy show with a new look at a new location, the Hollywood Backlot Stage.
- Diamond Mad T Party guests will also play interactive games, take photos or just chill out with a cold drink from the Drink Me Bar or Chiller truck. A new photo location combines the fantastical spirit of the Mad T Party with a tribute to Disney’s past.
Dazzling Merchandise and Souvenirs
Disneyland fans and collectors desiring a beautiful Diamond Celebration memento will find plenty to excite them at Disneyland Resort merchandise locations. More than 500 merchandise items will be available, including apparel, accessories, art, collectibles, headwear, home décor, jewelry, pins, souvenirs, toys and more.
- Headwear will include a Diamond Celebration ear hat, Minnie Mouse rhinestone-embellished headband, and youth and adult baseball hats. Also being introduced from the Diamond Collection is a crystal-encrusted Minnie Mouse headband and Mickey Mouse ear hat.
- Home Décor items will include frames, snow globes, mugs, a dinner plate, dessert plate, trivet, napkin, drinkware and bottle topper, as well as a beach towel, throws and pillow.
- Toys will include an array of plush, a fashion doll, a Diamond Celebration truck hauler, train set, playing cards, puzzles, Sleeping Beauty Castle playset and more.
- Open and limited edition pins, trading accessories, boxed pin sets and framed pin sets will be available.
- Collectors also will be interested in limited release, limited edition and crystal embellished Vinylmation.
- Art & Collectibles will include notable brands such as Precious Moments, Lenox, Highland Mint and Arribas Bros. Over the course of the celebration, fans will find artwork by Dave Avanzino, Disney Design Group (Costa Alavezos, Tyler Dumas, Susan Foy, Caley Hicks, Alex Maher, Randy Noble), Liana Hee, Ink & Paint artists, Brian Jowers, Lisa Keene, Jerrod Maruyama, Kurt Raymond, Tim Rogerson, SHAG, Javier Soto and The Thomas Kinkade Studios and Gregg Visintainer, among others.
- Made with Magic: Newly designed Diamond Celebration ear hats, wands and paint brushes will light up to accompany the big, new after-dark shows.
Disneyland Diamond Days Sweepstakes Will Give Away Diamonds, Stays in the Disneyland Dream Suite and Daily Prizes During Dazzling Diamond Celebration
Imagine winning a Disney Diamond or a Cinderella glass slipper, or enjoying a private excursion and dinner in Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park. Those are a few of the exciting prizes that will be awarded to some lucky guests during the Disneyland Diamond Days sweepstakes, part of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration that begins May 22, 2015.
Celebrating the 60th anniversary, Disneyland Diamond Days is an exciting sweepstakes in which daily prizes are awarded to some Disneyland Resort visitors as part of the Diamond Celebration. Each daily prize package for that day includes an individualized tour of the parks with preferred access to select attractions, dining and VIP viewing at some of the dazzling, new nighttime spectaculars. Daily prize winners must be present on the Disneyland Resort premises at the time of entry and at the time of prize redemption in order to be able to enjoy these special experiences, and theme park admission is not necessary to enter or win the sweepstakes.*
In addition to the daily prizes, Disneyland Diamond Days will offer guests a weekly opportunity to win exceptional Disneyland Resort prizes and experiences. Appropriately enough, the most exciting prizes are authentic diamonds, custom-engraved for Disney! One- and two-carat Disney Diamonds will be awarded throughout the celebration, and some will commemorate dates with particular significance to the Disneyland Resort. One-carat Disney Diamonds will even be paired with a stay in the Disneyland Dream Suite.
The Disneyland Dream Suite is a magical, private apartment located above the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in New Orleans Square inside Disneyland. It was created using unrealized designs originally intended for a private apartment for Walt Disney himself. The Dream Suite is filled with magical decor, elegant furnishings and special details that surprise and delight its guests. An overnight stay, including a view of Disneyland after park guests have departed, is a money-can’t-buy experience that will be enjoyed only by a few lucky prize winners.
Weekly prizes include: a clear, crystal Cinderella slipper, adorned with a diamond-and-topaz pendant; plus highly unique experiences that only Disneyland can offer, such as a private party in Fantasyland, a romantic cruise aboard the Mark Twain Riverboat, or a tailgate party in Cars Land. The available prize will vary each week.
60 Amazing Facts about Disneyland Resort For the Diamond Celebration of 60 Magical Years
A rich tradition of innovation and storytelling will be on stage for the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration, beginning May 22, 2015. Three electrifying new shows will make their premieres, adding to the magical lineup of attractions and family-friendly fun that guests enjoy every day. Since opening July 17, 1955, the Disneyland Resort has grown from a single park to a world-class family destination with two renowned theme parks, three hotels and the shopping, dining and entertainment district known as Downtown Disney. As the resort continues to evolve and expand, the Diamond Celebration will recognize the innovation of the last 60 years while anticipating all that is yet to come.
The Disneyland Resort: By the Numbers
1. Since opening day in 1955, the Disneyland Resort has welcomed more than 700 million guests to The Happiest Place on Earth. That number includes guests from approximately 200 nations, nearly every country in the world today.
2. Through the years, hundreds of famous individuals have visited the Disneyland Resort, including U.S. presidents (dating to Harry S. Truman), heads of state and countless athletes, artists, authors and celebrities. The guest list is a virtual “Who’s Who” of the 20th and early 21st centuries.
3. The Disneyland Resort now employs some 28,000 cast members, making it the largest single-site employer in Orange County, California.
4. Thirty-eight different languages are spoken among Disneyland Resort cast members.
5. More than 50 scuba divers work year-round to maintain Disneyland Resort attractions, including “World of Color” at Disney California Adventure Park and Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage at Disneyland Park.
6. More than 800 species of plants indigenous to 40 nations grow at the Disneyland Resort, making it one of the most extensive and diverse botanical locales in the western United States. The landscape includes colorful flowers, 22 topiary animals and characters, and approximately 18,000 trees.
7. Mickey Mouse ear hats are the most popular Disneyland Resort souvenirs of all time, with more than 84 million “ears” sold since 1955. New “crystal” ears and other creative designs will debut during the Diamond Celebration.
8. The Disneyland Resort generates $4.7 billion annually for the Southern California economy.
Video – Sleeping Beauty Castle Sparkles in Diamond Celebration – Disneyland Resort
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland park now dazzles in diamonds, part of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration officially kicking off on Friday, May 22.
Time-Lapse Video of Disneyland Park Construction
As Disney prepares to celebrate 60 years of memories and magic during the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration, they’ve been looking back at key moments in their history. Check out this one minute video of Disneyland Park’s construction.
Experience All the Benefits of a Disneyland Resort Hotel with Limited-Time, Special Savings
Guests planning a spring or early summer trip to the Disneyland Resort are invited to take advantage of a new hotel offer. For reservations made at any Disneyland Resort Hotel between March 25 and May 7, guests will save 20 percent on premium rooms and 15 percent on standard rooms, on select nights from April 5 through June 16. The savings, combined with all the benefits of staying at a Disneyland Resort property, make this an ideal time to plan a vacation at the Happiest Place on Earth.
Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation.
Whether for business or leisure, any visit to the Disneyland Resort is enhanced with a stay at a Disneyland Resort Hotel. The Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel each have their own distinctive style, and all three offer the same great benefits exclusive to hotel guests.
The Disney difference: Disney Cast Members are known worldwide for their personalized service and are available 24 hours a day for the convenience of hotel guests. In addition, each hotel is uniquely themed to immerse guests in Disney stories even after they’ve left the parks.
Great locations: All three hotels are conveniently located near Disneyland park, Disney California Adventure park and the Downtown Disney District.
Key to the Magic: Hotel guests may easily charge meals and merchandise to their rooms using Key to the Magic cards. As an added convenience, items purchased in the resort can be sent directly to a guest’s hotel room through the Merchandise Delivery service.
Extra Magic Hour: Hotel guests are invited to enjoy select attractions in either Disneyland park or Disney California Adventure park one hour before park opening each day of their stay.
Exclusive Entrance: All hotel guests may enter Disney California Adventure park through an entrance available only to hotel guests in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Valid theme park admission is required.
Dining: Character breakfasts are available at each hotel – Chip ‘n Dale Critter Breakfast at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel, and Surf’s Up! Breakfast with Mickey and Friends at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel. In addition, each hotel has a variety of dining options, from small bites to upscale fare.
Recreation: Guests are invited to enjoy the pools and saunas at all three Disneyland Resort Hotels, embark on a power walk around Disney California Adventure before park opening, or participate in interactive fun, including Learn to Draw Mickey Class and Disney’s Princess Story Time. (Activities are subject to change.)
First Look at Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration Merchandise
Take a behind the scenes look into the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration showroom, where you can see for yourselves some of the amazing items headed your way this May at the Disneyland Resort.
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You think you know everything about Disneyland? Wrong. There’s some mind-blowing facts out there that even the ultimate Disney fan doesn’t know.
