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  • Park guest sporting glasses and a bright red cap beams in front of the main plaza fountain, with colorful themed buildings and lush landscaping creating a lively amusement park atmosphere.

    After growing up on Long Island, Mike has spent his adult life in Southern California. He’s been fascinated by theme parks since a very early age, and has contributed to Inside the Magic since April of 2015. His other interests include Star Wars, LEGO, and The Muppets.

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The Waltzing Dead characters from Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade at Walt Disney World pose together in their vintage, ghostly attire, striking a serious expression under moody, atmospheric lighting that captures the parade’s signature haunting elegance.

VIDEO – Behind the scenes with “The Waltzing Dead” in Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade at Walt Disney World

About a month ago Walt Disney World gave us a behind-the-scenes peek at how the Grave Diggers rehearse for Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade during Mickey’s... Read more.
Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks
Hogwarts Castle at Universal Studios Hollywood illuminated with golden Christmas lights and a glowing holiday tree, set against a snowy landscape and star-filled sky—evoking the magical holiday atmosphere of Christmas in the Wizarding World.

Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter dates announced, full details revealed for Universal Studios Hollywood

Order up some hot Butterbeer and deck the Great Hall at Hogwarts, because Christmas is coming to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood!... Read more.
Entertainment, Theme Parks, Merchandise, Harry Potter, Universal Studios Hollywood
Two friends stand side by side in the low lighting of a themed lounge, grinning as they check out something on a smartphone—capturing the spirit of friendship and fun you’d find while reminiscing about classic film adventures or bonding over music picks after a day at Universal Studios.

Own a Microsoft Zune signed by the “Guardians of the Galaxy” cast from director James Gunn and the Rainforest Trust

“Guardians of the Galaxy” director James Gunn is nothing if not a thoughtful, fan-friendly filmmaker. That’s why when he decided to incorporate... Read more.
Entertainment, Movies & TV, Marvel, Movies
Disneyland’s Main Street gleams at night, decked out in Halloween decorations with cobwebs and glowing pumpkins, immersing guests in the spirited ambiance of Mickey’s Halloween Party.

VIDEO – Mickey’s Halloween Party 2017 offers up spooky fun for the whole family at Disneyland

It’s really not so scary, but don’t call it that! The Southern California version of the Magic Kingdom’s after-hours Halloween celebration is known... Read more.
The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort, Theme Parks
A glowing jack-o’-lantern surrounded by orange leaves sets the scene at Knott’s Scary Farm, with a “Halloween Hootenanny” sign in the background evoking iconic Halloween festivities for theme park fans.

VIDEO – Knott’s Scary Farm returns with one of its strongest, scariest years in recent Halloween memory

Now in its 40th season, Knott’s Scary Farm is regularly cited among Southern California Halloween enthusiasts as a trendsetter and powerhouse in the haunt... Read more.
Theme Parks, Merchandise, Haunted Attractions, Knott's Berry Farm
Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout! stage setup with rows of empty chairs awaits the next audience, backed by a massive event screen where Disney Imagineers and NASA scientists once revealed behind-the-scenes secrets and creative insights about the hit Disney California Adventure attraction.

VIDEO – NASA scientists meet with Disney Imagineers to discuss Guardians of the Galaxy attraction at Disneyland Resort

The art of theme park design and the study of science have always gone hand in hand. That’s why the Disney Parks Blog held a Galactic Meetup last night in... Read more.
The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort, Theme Parks, Marvel