Disneyland Past Days: Candy Corn Acres

One of the things I miss most about DCA before the remodel was Candy Corn Acres during Halloween. The Sunshine Plaza beneath the Sun Icon was transformed into a candy corn farm. It was a really festive and creative play on growing candy corn. I miss DCA having more Halloween spirit, hopefully someday Buena Vista Street will transform for Halloween. Pictures were taken during Halloweentime 2009.

Jerrod Maruyama

Jerrod Maruyama is one of my favorite digital illustrators, he is a huge inspiration. So I was super excited when I found out he was going to do a signing at the Wonderground Gallery in Downtown Disney this month. Ever since the popularity of his hipster Mickey print, the gallery has featured a lot of his illustrations. My favorite print I had signed was his Haunted Mansion print.

Hidden Mickey Monday!

Each year at the pumpkin patch at the Thunder Ranch there is bound to be a hidden Mickey or two!

Souvenir Spotlight Sunday: A Hitchhiking Ghost will follow you Home!

Literally...

These new Hitchhiking Ghost antenna toppers are the cutest!

Navigating Disney Tips: Mickey Ears

Almost everyone gets a special pair of Mickey ears as a souvenier while visiting the park. Some people can be wary though of buying souveniers until the end of the day so they don't get lost or damaged during the course of the day. Recently I found out that there is no need to worry about wearing your Mickey ears though. As long as you don't cut off the fabric tag on the headband, Disney will replace a broken pair from that day for free! (with receipt) 

Just another great example of the outstanding customer service at Disney Parks! ;)

Disneylandscaping: Tomorrowland

Did you know that most of the plants grown in Tomorrowland are actually edible? 

Varieties include fruit trees, cabbages, chilies, herbs, and more.

Disneyland Recipes: Mission Foods All-in-One Breakfast Burrito

Disney's California Adventure used to be home to the Mission Tortilla factory, which I really miss visiting. Today's free recipe card was a handout from the factory. 

Hidden Mickey Monday!

This Mickey (although the photo was taken during the holiday season) can be found in the Haunted Mansion, in the bridal room with all the wedding presents. It's hard to see this Mickey without a light or flash, but it's one of my favorites! The clock is usually placed on the right-hand side just when you turn from the ballroom into this room. Haunted hunting!

Hidden Mickey Monday!

Happy October! Get ready for a month of Halloweentime Mickeys! I always love the jack-o-lanterns along Main Street. Sitting above Town Hall last year was this Mickey-eared fan.

Disney Freebies Friday!: Ironman 3 & Agents of Shield Poster

As a part of the Limited Time Magic Ironman exhibit taking place at Innoventions in Tomorrowland, they are handing out free double sided Ironman 3 and Agents of Shield posters. 

Quantities are limited so get yours ASAP!

Halloween Carnival at Big Thunder Ranch

Big Thunder Ranch is hosting a Halloween Carnival with tons of activities through the end of October. Here you can conjure a villain for meet-and-greet, see all the wonderful pumpkins carved right before your eyes, hear a show by the Haunted Hillbillies, get a pirate make-over at the Pirates League, or play carnival themed games, and color your own mask for Mickey's masquerade. It's a busy place and a must see during Halloweentime!