On August 24 and 27, mark your calendar for one of the most exciting summer nights at Disneyland. These special nights in August, September, October, and November allow the Magic Kingdom to come alive with just-spooky-enough delights. Check out the Mickey Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, the Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular, and special Happy HalloWishes fireworks. Get…
Category Archives: Holidays
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Mickey’s Not-so-Scary Halloween Party
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Find Your Fireworks
Anaheim visitors adore the fireworks at Disneyland any time of year, but the park really kicks it up a notch for the Fourth of July. An inspirational fireworks show is choreographed to patriotic music, and throughout the park you’ll find red, blue, and white treats that are only available once per year. Disneyland is…
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Honoring Those Who Served this Memorial Day
The Anaheim area offers many ways to pay homage to those who gave their all in service. The Anaheim Cemetery Memorial Day program includes three cemeteries: The Anaheim Cemetery, Santa Ana Cemetery, and El Toro Memorial Park. Each features a special Memorial Day program starting at 11 a.m. including a gun salute and placing of…
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Local Memorial Day Events
Planning to be in Anaheim for the holiday weekend? The local Anaheim Cemetery Memorial Day Program starts at 11 a.m., hosted by the Orange County Cemetery District. Here, veterans at three of the district’s cemeteries will be honored. You can visit Anaheim Cemetery, El Toro Memorial Park, and Santa Ana Cemetery to pay your…
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Top Mother’s Day Brunch Spots at the Beach
Celebrate the special women in your life and book a table at one of the top Mother’s Day brunch spots in town. At Andrea, located at 22701 S. Pelican Hill Road in Newport Coast, Chef Jonah has created a prix fixe menu for brunch and dinner, with bookings as late as 10 p.m. Local…
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Fiesta! Cinco de Mayo
For over 40 years, Cinco de Mayo celebrants have traveled to Anaheim for the massive holiday celebration. What started as a simple gathering in the 1970s has exploded into one of the biggest parties in the country. The holiday, which celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over France in Pueblo, now includes a folkloric dance competition…
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Anaheim 5 de Mayo Festival
With a rich, thriving Mexican-American population, Anaheim is home to some of the biggest fiestas in the country. Over 100,000 people flock to the massive Cinco de Mayo festival during the holiday weekend, and one of the biggest hosts is Anaheim 5 de Mayo, a local non-profit committed to promoting Hispanic American activities. The…
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May Day in Southern California
Also known as International Worker’s Day, May Day is widely celebrated in Southern California. The Anaheim: May Day March & Rally brings together workers throughout the state and country, and is hosted by the Orange County Labor Federation. All events are held on May 1, and offer a chance to be united with union…
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Easter Brunch in Anaheim
Anaheim is home to some of the most impressive Easter brunches in Southern California. Storyteller’s Café at 1600 S Disneyland Dr. is a favorite, conveniently located at the Grand Californian in Disneyland. A rich variety with plenty of kid-friendly options, omelet station, and Disney characters stopping by your table make for a magical outing. You…
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Where to Get Your April Fools’ Day Fix
Looking for the perfect gag gift this April Fools’ Day? Check out the classic Spencer’s Gifts at 20 City Boulevard, Suite 106 in Orange. You’ll find your favorite novelty gifts, gags, and a lot more. Every Spencer’s offers slightly different inventory, and the Orange location goes traditional with fake dog poo, whoopee cushions, chattering teeth,…
