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This photo, shot at Magic Kingdom Park during the 1972 Christmas Parade, features Doc from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” leading one of the parade’s horses down Main Street, U.S.A. View the full article

When I was younger, I loved when my parents would read stories to me. I still have my collection of Disney storybooks that I now read to my son. I can’t wait to add the newest book created especially for Disney Parks to that collection. Titled “The Magic Kingdom Storybook,” this incredible 128-page, hardback book was written and illustrated by Walt Disney Imagineer Jason Grandt. You may recall Jason from previous Disney Parks Blog articles about Princess Fairytale Hall in New Fantasyland or the Orange Bird in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom Park. This book is amazing; it’s easily at the top of my gift list this year! I recently spoke with Jason to learn more about this exciting new book. View the full article

In the 1941-film “Dumbo,” there’s a scene in which the circus comes to town in a big way - by parading through the streets and offering a glimpse at fun that awaited would-be customers in the big top. In the scene, the procession includes exotic camels, colorful clowns, Dumbo and more. View the full article

This week, we shared another behind-the-scenes peek at Disney Parks. The creative team at Disney’s Yellow Shoes Creative Group gave Disney Parks Blog readers a first of its kind look at creating a “Very Merry” ad campaign at Magic Kingdom Park. View the full article

The audience at Disney's "Frozen" broke into applause when the animated movie concluded Thanksgiving morning. View the full article

This week on the Disney Parks Blog, we celebrated the return of one of our favorite parts of the season - holiday treats! View the full article

Get in gear Disney•Pixar “Cars” enthusiasts! This year’s Cars Land inspired holiday collection is full of good tidings and season’s speedings and is guaranteed to get your motor running. View the full article

We love sharing behind-the-scenes looks with you here on the Disney Parks Blog. Some of our most interesting holiday content from years past have included backstage glimpses of how Walt Disney World readies for the holiday season, whether it’s decorating overnight or building larger-than-life gingerbread structures. View the full article

With the holidays returning to Disney Parks, I’m excited to share this week’s "Limited Time Magic" spotlight on a special Toys for Tots promotion at Walt Disney World Resort and holiday headwear at Disney Parks. View the full article

Holidays Around the World at Epcot brings some delicious treats through Jan. 4, 2014, at Promenade Refreshments (the Dessert and Champagne Marketplace during Epcot International Food & Wine Festival) in the entrance area to World Showcase. View the full article

Check out what’s happening in the world of Disney Theme Park Merchandise at the Walt Disney World Resort this December! View the full article

Have you visited New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park yet? That’s where tonight’s "Disney Parks After Dark" image was taken, specifically at Prince Eric’s castle, which serves as the exterior of the Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid attraction. View the full article

In a place where spectacles are almost routine, the Candlelight Processional at Epcot has a lump-in-the-throat quality that has turned a theme-park show into a holiday tradition. View the full article

Disney cruisers, we're counting you in our list of what to be thankful for today! If you’re sailing with us, we hope you enjoy the Thanksgiving Day feast and special turkey towel animal in your stateroom at turndown tonight. View the full article

You cannot mention Thanksgiving without mentioning turkey. All right, you can, but it just doesn’t seem right. In honor of Turkey Day, here’s a look at one giant Thanksgiving bird strutting down Main Street, U.S.A. during America on Parade in 1975. Gobble, gobble! View the full article

The end of November means the return of magical deals for the Disney Parks online store. If you are like me, there is nothing better than shopping from the convenience of my laptop while surrounded by the comforts of my home. I spoke with the online store team who said there would be several deals on Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year. Additionally, there will be other “Magical Week” deals on select items offered on the online store. View the full article

December 1: Miss Mindy (Melinda O'Brien) has a special holiday treat in store for you! Stop by WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney District from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. to check out Miss Mindy’s frosty holiday custom Vinylmation collection. View the full article

Earlier today, Magic Kingdom Park reached a milestone in Disney history when the park’s final touch point entry system was unveiled at the park - a moment that signified that all Walt Disney World park entrances are now turnstile free. View the full article

The beat goes on for the drumstick, Disney's curiously large snack. The turkey leg, which thrives in the theme parks despite a love-it-or-hate-it split amid guests, has been used as an icon for a few Disney World T-shirt designs. Later, they were an inspiration in a kitschy series of car air-fresheners. View the full article

As many of you know, Adventures by Disney recently announced a new vacation to Norway, the land that helped inspire the new comedy-adventure "Frozen." For all of us at Adventures by Disney, helping to bring the Norway itinerary to life has been an incredible experience and what has made this itinerary so special is that our team had the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the filmmakers and design a group-guided vacation that immerses families in the world of "Frozen" and the beauty of Norway. View the full article

You’re probably aware that Disney’s newest film, “Frozen,” debuts today in theaters, but did you know that you can get in on the action at sea, too? View the full article

Disneyland Resort cast member Adeena Welle oversees the daily operation of “World of Color” as its stage manager. View the full article

Main Street, U.S.A., at Magic Kingdom Park is one of my favorite areas in all of Walt Disney World Resort. I love the turn-of-the-century charm that exists in the architecture, the streetmosphere characters - and especially the live music. View the full article

There are things her most devoted fans know about Kristen Bell that people who didn't help fan-finance her big screen "Veronica Mars" movie might not. View the full article

Be on the lookout for this year’s Disney Gift Card Holiday Pin Series throughout Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. These cards come in four different designs which when combined make one complete scene featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy preparing for the holidays. View the full article