I’ve been meaning to write about this for a few days, but to say I’ve been busy would be an understatement!
It was only a matter of time. Frozen is invading California Adventures and Disneyland!
Here are some of the Highlights: (read the entire release over here)
- “For the First Time in Forever – A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” – The Muppet*Vision 3D theater in Hollywood Land has been transformed for this event into the beautiful Crown Jewel Theatre from Arendelle. You’re invited to step inside and join the Arendelle Historians – along with special appearances by Anna,Elsa and Kristoff – for a fun and comedic retelling of the unique history of their kingdom, filled with delightful, sing-along moments from “Frozen.”
- “Olaf’s Snow Fest” – Stage 17 in Hollywood Land plays host to an immersive winter wonderland straight out of the Kingdom of Arendelle, complete with a giant snow play area and musical performances by The Frolicking Fjords and The Tubadors. You can glide down a snow slide, build a snowman of your own and visit everyone’s favorite snowy pal, Olaf, and give him a warm hug. “Olaf’s Snow Fest” has so much to offer, from beautiful photo opportunities to scrumptious treats and special “Frozen” souvenirs. It’ll be a great spot for making memories that’ll warm your heart.
- Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post – Head back outside, and nearby you’ll find Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post, where you can pick up the latest “Frozen”-inspired apparel, plush, toys, mugs and more.
- “Anna and Elsa’s Royal Welcome” – Anna and Elsa, the beloved sisters from “Frozen,” move from Fantasyland to an elegant new location inside the Disney Animation attraction at Disney California Adventure park, where you can meet them as part of a special royal greeting. The colorful and varied display in the Animation Courtyard will also now include scenes and music from Disney’s Academy Award-winning blockbuster hit, “Frozen,” and at Animation Academy, a Disney artist asks, “Do You Want to Draw a Snowman?” It’s a unique opportunity to learn how to draw your very own sketch of Olaf or Marshmallow.
- “Freeze the Night! A Family Dance Party” – Each evening, you’re invited to “chill out” in Hollywood Land with music, dancing, interactive fun and more in this new, family-friendly experience. You’ll arrive at the party through an icy archway to find wintry décor, dazzling lighting effects, cool photo spots, yummy treats and frosty beverages for all ages. Throughout the night, a giant thermometer registers the drop in temperature, as things get so cool they ultimately reach the freezing point when everyone lets it go in a spectacular “Frozen Fun” crescendo!
- Storybook Land Canal Boats – there will be a new addition to this charming and beloved Fantasyland attraction, with excursions through the world of “Frozen” offering views of the fjord-side village of Arendelle, including the stately castle where Anna and Elsa grew up, Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post, and Elsa’s mountaintop ice palace.
- Olaf’s Frozen Ice Rink (continuing through February 22, 2015) and the new Anna & Elsa’s Boutique, both open now at Downtown Disney District.
It sounds VERY similar to what we saw at the “Frozen Summer Celebration” At Hollywood Studios at Disneyworld. Wondering Oaken’s, Olaf’s snow fest sounds exactly like what we saw during out recent Disneyworld trip, but now being brought to Disneyland. The Sing a Long Celebration, I will assume, is the same one we saw at Hollywood Studios. I wish they didn’t use the Muppets space for it though. We LOVE the Muppets – it is one of my kids favorite shows (even though we’ve seen it at least 25 times!), so I am hopeful this is not permanent. They should put it in the theater in Tomorrowland – I mean there is nothing of importance in there now. Of course, I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to see them bring “Mickey’s Philharmagic” to that spot in Disneyland! Seriously, that is one of my favorite shows I’ve seen, and I really wish they would bring it to Disneyland! (and they have the space in that underutilized theater in Tomorrowland!)
What do you think? Too much Frozen or can’t get enough?? My kids can’t get enough of it, and it is always nice to see changing and new exhibits (especially when they use empty space!)… Just as long as Muppets comes back 🙂
