This week, new seating options in Avengers Campus, the Disney Channel takes over Disneyland, Josh’s first month is a little bumpy, a new art installation celebrates the 70th anniversary at Downtown Disney, we continue our talk with Kevin Rafferty about his time at Imagineering, and more!

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Some more seating has been added to Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. The former FastPass distribution area has been converted into a seating area, with covered tables, and themed elements making it fit right in with the theming of the area. More seating is always a good thing, especially in Avengers Campus where shade is a premium. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/avengers-campus-disneyland-resort-expanded-seating/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXA_DMYkSsh/

A new art installation is being unveiled throughout the month in Downtown Disney to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Disneyland. Artists are asked to pick a Walt Disney quote and create a piece of art inspired by that quote. Each piece will represent one of the decades of the Disneyland Resort. So far, only the 50s through the 80s is represented, with more coming as more artists are adding to the collection through live art demonstrations. - https://www.micechat.com/434422-disneyland-update-crowds-closures-corporate-cutbacks/

It is a slightly bumpy start to Josh D’Amaro’s tenure as Disney’s new CEO. The company is planning on cutting up to 1,000 jobs, mostly in the marketing division, which was recently consolidated. It is likely that these cuts were already planned before D’Amaro took over from Bob Iger last month. - https://www.micechat.com/434422-disneyland-update-crowds-closures-corporate-cutbacks/

This past weekend, the first Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite was held at Disneyland. Photo ops were setup for guests to take pictures themed to DCOMs like Johnny Tsunami and Zenon. The fan favorite was back, allowing guests to recreate the Disney Channel Wand ID. The DescenDANCE Party was also back, along with favorite Disney Channel characters including Tale Spin, Lilo & Stitch: The Series, and more. Penny Proud, from The Proud Family was new this year. Also new this year was an exhibit at the Starcade in Tomorrowland that featured Disney Channel artifacts from the Walt Disney Archives. Of course, there was no shortage of merchandise and treats either! - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-channel-nite-photo-video-tour/

Goofy’s Kitchen - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland-hotel/goofys-kitchen/menus/

Imagineer Kevin Rafferty

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This week, D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event tickets are on sale, the Disney Legend Award inductees are announced, CHOC Walk is back, The Savannah Bananas were back at Disneyland, Bluey hits the resort hard, we talk about Teresa and Vern’s trip to California, and more!

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The Children’s Hospital of Orange County Walk in the Park is returning to Disneyland this year. The hospital has a new name – Rady Children’s Health, but the event is still the CHOC Walk. The 5k fundraiser will take place on August 2nd, where participants will walk through the resort and experience pre-opening conditions. The event supports pediatric specialty care, research and innovation, family support services, and education for future healthcare providers. Registration is now open at the link in our show notes. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/choc-walk-2026-disneyland-resort/ https://www.chocwalk.org/

The Savannah Bananas returned to Disneyland this week. The players, joined by the Indianapolis Clowns, started their day in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, then they took a ride on King Arthur Carrousel, followed by dancing and singing in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Later, players traveled down Main Street for a Cavalcade. Later, they performed in Disney California Adventure at Paradise Park. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/savannah-bananas-at-disneyland-what-to-know/

Last Sunday, Bluey made her debut at the Fantasyland Theatre. The first day was very busy, with lines stretching to Storybookland Canal Boats. After the first day, crowds settled and the show has been a huge success. From 9am to 4:30pm, Bluey, and characters from the show, perform for guests with a couple variations of a stage show, and guest interactions. Next door at Troubadour Tavern the Bluey-inspired dishes have been popular, with long, but fast moving, lines. – https://www.micechat.com/433717-disneyland-update-bluey-blues-banana-bonanza-d23-buzz/

Weeklyteers who rely on a Fuel Rod to keep their mobile devices charged up will be happy to hear they are getting an upgrade! New kiosks at the resort now offer the “Max 10” chargers that have more charge, and can do wireless charging! The Max 10 chargers have 3 times more charging capacity, but also start at $80, instead of the $40 a new, previous version costs. – https://www.micechat.com/433717-disneyland-update-bluey-blues-banana-bonanza-d23-buzz/

Disney Channel Nite Eats – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-channel-nite-foodie-guide-2026/

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