Pixie Hollow Is Just a Meet ‘n’ Greet

WDWNT Author on April 26, 2008

According to MiceAge:

Disneyland’s new Tinker Belle “attraction” you’ve heard about from Ed Grier is actually just a remodeling of the Ariel’s Grotto location near the Matterhorn. The new “Pixie Hollow” will be a photo meet ‘n’ greet for Tink and her new pixie pals with an attached merchandise cart, just in time for DVD sales this fall. More info to come in the next update. By the way, Ariel will be donning a dress and moving to the Princess Fantasy Faire while her lavish new ride gets built (including a new meet ‘n’ greet for her in DCA.

Goodbye Ariel, Hello Doors?

WDWNT Author on January 1, 1970

We now official confirmation, in the form of pictures of construction walls, that Ariel’s Grotto is indeed closed. Here are a few pictures of construction, as well as a couple of other things from around the Disneyland Resort, off of the lovely SmugMug page of David “Darkbeer” Michael:


Not sure how well you can tell in this picture, but the King Triton & Ariel figurines have already been removed


The walls start by, & run right along with the line for Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters


On the path towards the Matterhorn


The Ariel’s Grotto sign is still in place as of yesterday


And here’s where you originally got in line to meet with Ariel… This is obviously where the walls end


Moving away from Ariel’s Grotto… The cars on the Casey Junior Circus Train that originally had just a cloth coverings as opposed to doors now have real functioning doors


A ceremony was held yesterday, giving Bruno Serato, the owner of the Anaheim White House restaurant, the eighth star in the Orange County Walk of Stars, which is located in the path next to the 15 minute parking lot on Harbor Boulevard

Monday in the Parks DLR Update

WDWNT Author on January 1, 1970

Let’s take a look through some of the latest happenings through-out the Disneyland Resort, brought up in both pictures & words in this week’s Monday in the Parks on MiceAge:

  • A couple updates for you on the Miley Cyrus Sweet 16 event that is being held on October 5th. Turns out that regular Disneyland guests from normal operation that day may be able to stay for the stars parading up the red carpet, much like was done with all 3 Pirates of the Caribbean movie premieres. When all stars & guests for the event are in the park, the regular guests will be escorted out. It also seems that bleachers may be put up along the banks of the Rivers of America, for a maximum amount of guests to be able to see Miley perform.
  • Disney is in the process recording new television commercials for next year’s promotion, which will either be called Magical Celebrations or What Will You Celebrate? Many stars, including Johny Depp were at the park/will be at the park to film these commercials alongside “guests”.
  • 2009 ParkHopper tickets are starting to become available on Disneyland.com. The Early Bird ticket special for 2009 will have everyone at kid’s prices for 3 day or more ParkHopper tickets. This special will last from January through to April 2009.


Traffic is going to be severely effected due to the Disneyland Half Marathon this upcoming Sunday… For information & tips on how to beat the traffic, check the Monday in Parks article


Mickey’s Trick-or-Treat Party being advertised at both the Disneyland turnstiles…


… And DCA’s turnstiles


A water pump has been added to the It’s a Small World flume


Over at Ariel’s Grotto, this is what has become of the turntable of sorts where you would meet Ariel


According to the Monday in the Parks article, Ariel has replaced Pocahontas over at the Princess Fantasy Faire. No word if you’ll still be able to greet with Pocahontas anywhere… The picture shows that Ariel is in the same dress as used in the Ariel’s Grotto restaurant in DCA

Week In Review

WDWNT Author on January 1, 1970

Here are a few of the more interesting happenings from the week, that have popped up on the internet while I was in Las Vegas:

  • Halloween merchandise has started rolling out in Disneyland Park, & Dateline Disneyland on MiceAge has complete coverage of merchandise.
  • According to the OC Register, two Cast Member “heroes” were honored in the Grand Marshal Pre-Parade yesterday afternoon. “Robert Olvera, an ager & painter at the Disneyland paint shop, & Juan Morales, a server at Hook’s Pointe, have both been called heroes for saving the lives of two different men.”
  • Also according to the OC Register, Auditions for the ABC show Wipeout are to be held at the ESPN Zone in Downtown Disney tomorrow from 10am ’til 2pm. Applicants should be “fun, strong-willed, outgoing & have a great sense of humor,” & must be able to swim. For additional information, shoot an email to wipeoutcasting@gmail.com.
  • The OC Register also has a complete listing of what roads will be closed when this Sunday due to the Disneyland Half Marathon.
  • Finally, a permit was filed this week by Disneyland to build a so-called “giant teapot” as part of Pixie Hollow. You can see the permit for yourself here.

Be sure to check back tomorrow, as we still have tons more catching up to do!

Enter the Pixie Hollow Summer Vacation Sweepstakes

WDWNT Author on January 1, 1970

Enter for your chance to meet Tinker Bell and see the Disneyland® Resort in a whole new light as Summer Nightastic generates high-energy excitement, from June 12 through August 23!

Fairies fans will be mesmerized by Pixie Hollow Enchantment, an after dark, twinkling light show that unites the Fairies’ hidden talents in a celebration of summer.  Watch in awe as pixie dust cascades across the landscape and playful fountains spring to life. This special summertime event features favorite nighttime entertainment re-imagined with spectacular state-of-the art effects – plus an all-new fireworks show.

Fairies fans will delight in a more-dazzling-than-ever Disney’s Electrical Parade, led by Tinker Bell in a brand-new scene, and with two classic scenes making their triumphant return!

ENTER NOW for your chance to win a family vacation for four to experience Summer Nightastic*.  One lucky winner will enjoy:

  • A special meet-n-greet with Tinker Bell
  • Four 4-day Disneyland® Resort Park Hopper Tickets
  • Accommodations at a Disneyland® Resort hotel
  • Round-Trip airfare for the winner and three guests

For the full contest rules and to enter for a chance to win, visit www.PixieHollow.com (click on the “News and Events” tab and then the “Contests” button) and then log in between now and June 29, 2009 11:59 AM PST.

* Travel must be completed by August 23, 2009, to experience the Summer Nightastic offerings.