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The Three-Day Event in Burbank and Anaheim Brought Latino Internet Personalities to the Company's Corporate Offices and Disneyland Resort to Deepen Engagement.

24 views·Oct 19

The Updated Plans for the Eastside Parking Garage, Part of the $1.9 Billion Disneylandforward Project, Include a Slight Reduction in Size and an Increase in EV Charging Stations.

53 views·Oct 15

Bob Chapek Details in His New Book How He Focused Disneyland's Strategy on Maximizing Revenue From Long-Distance Visitors Rather Than Local Passholders.

96 views·Oct 15

Anaheim Police Called in the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad Monday Night After Park Security Discovered Two Bags with Unusual Contents Near the Park's Primary Entry.

62 views·Oct 13

The Valencia Park's Goliath Is Part of a Wider, Temporary Shutdown of Similar Rides Across Six Flags Parks Following a Rider's Death at Six Flags Over Georgia.

55 views·Oct 13

Volunteers and City Officials Are Collaborating to Restore the Historic 100-Year-Old Carousel, a Piece of Los Angeles History, Aiming for a Multi-Million Dollar Refurbishment.

76 views·Oct 12

A Recent Analysis of Disneyland's Demand-Based Pricing System Reveals the Cheapest and Most Expensive Times to Visit the Anaheim Parks in 2026, Following a Recent Ticket Price Adjustment.

77 views·Oct 11

The Hollywood Theme Park and Citywalk Are Setting Sights on November with Returning Favorites Like Grinchmas Alongside New Seasonal Offerings.

48 views·Oct 8

Mid-Tier Single-Day Tickets Saw Modest Increases, While Universal Studios Hollywood Continues to Face Neighbor Complaints Over Its New Roller Coaster in Toluca Lake.

33 views·Oct 7

The Valenica Park Announced the Closure of Its Spinning-Seat Attraction, Which Has Been Linked to Multiple Lawsuits and Guest Fatalities Over Its Two-Decade Run.

33 views·Sep 30

In a New Book and Recent Interview, Chapek Addressed His Legacy of Significantly Raising Costs and Introducing Paid Perks at the Anaheim Theme Park.

99 views·Sep 29

The Valencia Park's 'Crown Jewel' Ride Is Under Scrutiny After Multiple Lawsuits Allege Serious Injuries and Deaths, Prompting a Cal/osha Investigation.

31 views·Sep 29

A Judge Has Approved a $20,000 Settlement for a 12-Year-Old Whose Leg Was Broken After His Foot Became Trapped in the Ride Last October.

92 views·Sep 27

The Hillside Park Offers Convenient Access for Angelenos, Pairing New High-Octane Coasters with Classic Studio Magic, Though Not Without a Few Quirks.

91 views·Sep 19

The Valencia Park's Signature Roller Coaster, Known for Spinning Riders 360 Degrees, Faces Scrutiny Following Allegations of Serious Injuries and Deaths.

81 views·Sep 17

The Park's Fastest Coaster to Date Debuted This Week, Even as Nearby Residents Continue to Call for More Sound Mitigation From Universal Studios Hollywood.

22 views·Sep 16

The 'Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift' Roller Coaster Opens This Week, Bringing 72 Mph Speeds and Ongoing Noise Concerns From Nearby Toluca Lake Residents.

45 views·Sep 16

The Centerpiece Attraction in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Is an Immersive Journey That Redefines the Theme Park Experience.

64 views·Sep 1

Universal Studios Hollywood's Long-Awaited Outdoor Coaster Is Now in Technical Rehearsals Ahead of Its Official Debut This September.

59 views·Sep 1

Skypark at Santa’s Village Is Transforming Its Festive Grounds for October Weekends, Bringing Pumpkins and Hay Bales to the Mountains.

59 views·Aug 31

A Yucaipa Couple's Lawsuit Against the Manufacturer of Six Flags Magic Mountain's X2 Ride Will Head to Court in Three Years, as the Coaster Remains Closed After Recent Severe Injuries.

57 views·Aug 29

The Park's Summer Spectacular Concert Series, Featuring Throwback Hip-Hop and R&b, Has Become a Popular Draw for Southern California Residents.

72 views·Aug 21

S&s Worldwide Is Asking a Judge to Approve an Agreement with the Family of a San Diego State Graduate Who Died After Riding Six Flags Magic Mountain's X2 Coaster in 2022.

93 views·Aug 21

The Biennial D23 Fan Expo in Anaheim Offered Glimpses Into the Future of Both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, with Some Projects Arriving Sooner Than Others.

70 views·Aug 19