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Disney Parks Blog Weekly Recap Dec. 21, 2014

Thomas Smith

by , Editorial Content Director, Disney Experiences

This week, we had plenty of great holiday stories to share, including a behind the scenes video that featured some of the stars taking part in “Disney Parks Frozen Christmas Celebration.”

The “Disney Parks Frozen Christmas Celebration” airs December 25, 2014 on ABC-TV at 10 a.m. EST and 9 a.m. in most other time zones. Be sure to check your local listings and join the conversation online using the hashtag #DisneyParade.

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And did you see? There are new open edition, graphic MagicBands in select locations at the four theme parks and Downtown Disney. Steven shared release dates:

December 12 – Sorcerer Mickey
December 14 – Minnie Mouse’s iconic polka dots
December 17 – Stitch
December 22 – Disney Princesses

Also, you can find solid color MagicBands and select accessories on our Disney Parks online store by visiting http://www.DisneyStore.com/MagicBands.

Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week.

“Frozen Fun” Sneak Peek Opens, Anna and Elsa Begin Greeting Guests at Disney California Adventure Park Tomorrow – Beginning this weekend, guests will begin to see a sneak peek of many of these exciting new “Frozen Fun” experiences, including “Freeze the Night! A Family Dance Party,” with more to follow over the next week!

Magic Kingdom Park Welcomes the Golden Coach from ‘Cinderella’ – As a special holiday offering, guests visiting Magic Kingdom Park will have the opportunity to see the actual coach featured in the upcoming live-action Disney film, “Cinderella.”

These Are the Gifts You’re Looking For At Disney Parks This Holiday Season – Disney Parks Blog author Steven Miller shares a few suggestions for Star Wars gifts this season.

Disney Parks After Dark: Reflections of Cars Land in the Rain – The neon lights of Cars Land glow even brighter after the rain. Take a look at these special shots!

Spending New Year’s Eve at Disney California Adventure Park – Read about the special New Year’s Eve activities, including a park-wide countdown to 2015 and fireworks over Paradise Pier.

‘World of Color’ Refurbishment Continues Innovative Approach for Conservation in Water Attractions at Disneyland Resort – Learn about how Disneyland Resort partners with the Orange County Water District to conserve when refurbishing all water-based attractions.