Montebello Disney Store Grand Opening 6/29/10 Photo Report

WDWNT on June 30, 2010

Disneyland News Today’s Jamie Nakagiri was able to attend the grand opening of the brand new Disney Store in Montebello, California earlier today. This Disney Store is the first in the new generation of high-tech, interactive stores that will be popping-up around the world in the coming months and years. Here’s a photo report from the grand opening of the new store:

Poster advertising the new store

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Upcoming Events at the Disneyland Resort

WDWNT on June 22, 2010

Here are some upcoming events at The Disneyland Resort that are worth taking a look at…

Fairies and the Quest for Never Land Book Release & Signing

Newbery Honor Winning Author Gail Carson Levine and Illustrator, David Christiana return to the Disneyland® Resort on another “Quest!”  Gail and David will be on hand for two very special signings as we celebrate the release of their new book, Fairies and the Quest for Never Land. In this new book, we are once again bound to find ourselves immersed in the magical world of our Fairy friends as they join forces and go to battle in an effort to stop an evil dragon named Kyto.

**Signing Locations & Times**

Saturday, June 26, 2010
1 pm to 3 pm
The Disney Gallery, Main Street, U.S.A., Disneyland® park

Sunday, June 27, 2010
2pm to 4pm
Brisa Courtyard, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa
(located adjacent to the World of Disney Store)

Infused with magic and feeling, and bursting with excitement, this thrilling tale is sure to mesmerize you. Fairies and the Quest for Never Land book will be available for $18.99, plus tax at shop opening on the day of the event.

Allstar Weekend Autograph Session
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
1:45 p.m. to 3:45 pm
Studio Disney 365, Downtown Disney® District
Disneyland® Resort

Allstar Weekend will be on hand for a special performance in front of Studio Disney 365 in the Downtown Disney® District beginning at 1 pm.
(Performance will take place prior to the autograph session).

Allstar Weekend CD’s will be available to purchase at Studio Disney 365 prior to the performance and autograph session. Wristbands for the autograph session will be distributed at shop opening at Studio Disney 365.

Here are some upcoming artist signings, trunk shows and events taking place at D Street.

June 26 ACME Animation Art Show
Special Guest Artist Steven J. Daily
Click Here For Event Details		 5pm – 8pm
July 11 Vinylmation™ Signing
Disney Design Group Artists Dan Howard,
Monty Maldovan, Randy Noble		 5pm – 7 pm
July 25 Vinylmation™ Signing
Disney Design Group Artists Thomas Scott,
Eric Caszatt, Lin Shih		 1pm – 4 pm
August 7 “Tail Gate Party” Trunk Show 12 pm – 3 pm
August 14 Vinylmation™ Signing
Special Guest – Noah		 2pm – 5pm
August 21 Vinylmation™ Signing TBD
September 11 Vinylmation™ Signing
Disney Design Group Artist Casey Jones		 11 am – 2pm

The Wonderful World of Color Merchandise

WDWNT on June 8, 2010

From the Art of Disney Website:

Be among the first to view and purchase some of our World of Color themed  merchandise featuring some of your favorite Disney characters. Merchandise will include adult and kid’s tees, ladies upscale tees, fleece, a baseball cap and other glow related items.  Merchandise will be available online via www.DisneyParks.com/store as well as locations throughout Disney’s California Adventure™ park.

Something Special for Annual Passholders

A whole new “world of color” is opening up to you!  This Summer, while you enjoy the debut of World of Color at Disney’s California Adventure™, do it in style with our assortment of World of Color and Silly Symphony Swings themed merchandise, including a collection made especially for you, our Annual Passholders.  This special “Commemorative Collection” series of merchandise will include a tee, fleece, coin, and note card, among other items. Merchandise will be available at select locations throughout Disney California Adventure™  park including Tees, Hats and Tattoos.

A valid Passholder ID must be presented must be presented at time of purchase in conjunction with the Annual Passholder Commemorative Collection.  Merchandise available while supplies last. Other restrictions may apply.  Information subject to change without notice. Separate admission is required to enter Disneyland® Resort theme parks.

World of Color Apparel Released

WDWNT on June 3, 2010

From the Disney Parks Blog:

With only a couple weeks before the opening of “World of Color” and with the excitement building, I wanted to make sure you got a sneak peek at the art our teams have put together over the past few months, all leading to the inspiration and development of our “World of Color”-themed merchandise. Several of our favorite Disney characters will appear in a spectrum of items, including tees, fleece and hats.

Some of you may notice that this art reflects our Disney’s California Adventure park name. These will be some of the last items with that look. Be on the lookout for pieces with the new logo that was recently unveiled.

'World of Color' Merchandise

We even have something special in store for our Annual Passholders. As I mentioned in my post the other day, our new Annual Passholder Commemorative Collection will actually debut in conjunction with the opening of this new nighttime spectacular and will feature special themed items including tees, fleece and coins.

So this June, when you visit Disney California Adventure park to see the new show, take a second and pop into some of our nearby merchandise locations and see what’s in store for you. I know that some of you might not be able to make it down to the Resort so soon, so if that’s the case, and you are interested in seeing or buying some of this new merchandise then be sure to check it out on www.DisneyParks.com/store in the coming weeks.

“Por Favor Mantengase Alejado De Las Puertas”

WDWNT on June 3, 2010

Thanks to WDWNT Reporter Jose Eber for sending in the following pictures of new Monorail inspired merchandise at WDW:

A Walt Disney World specific version of this shirt has finally arrived

There’s even a hat now

Build Your Own Disney Attractions

WDWNT on May 28, 2010

From the Disney Parks Blog:

Disney Park aficionados can agree that Space Mountain and Dumbo the Flying Elephant attractions are two of the most beloved and iconic attractions in the Parks. Whether you’re soaring at the speed of sound through space or flying high with the help of a gentle elephant with magical ears, riding these attractions is a Disney rite of passage for both the young & young at heart.

Now, through the Magic of Disney Theme Park Merchandise and K’NEX (construction and building toys), you can bring the magic of Disney home and watch as your favorite attractions come to life, with our the Space Mountain and Dumbo the Flying Elephant Building Sets! Too cool for words – you have to see how it works to believe it!

Both building sets are now available. The best place to find them will be inside Once Upon A Toy in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World.