This Day In Disney History- July 3
Welcome back to our magical journey through Disney’s past. Today we are looking at the events on this day in Disney history- July 3.
July 3rd was a busy day in Disney history, with the opening of a new Disneyland attraction, the premiere of a new monorail, and the release of a live-action flop. So, let’s get going!
Photo: Also Disney
Midnight In A Toyshop Released (1930)
On this day in 1930, the Silly Symphony cartoon Midnight in a Toyshop was released.
Photo: Dr. Grob’s Animation Review
In the short, a small spider experiences the magic of a toy shop.
The Sleepwalker Released (1942)
On this day in 1942, the Pluto short The Sleepwalker was released.
Photo: D23
In the cartoon Pluto gives away his prized bone to Dinah while sleepwalking.
The Midget Autopia Opens in Marceline
On this day in 1966, the relocated Midget Autopia opened in Marceline, Missouri.
The dedication plaque on the attraction read “Relocated from the Magic Kingdom of Disneyland as a gift to the children of this community from Marceline’s favorite sons Walt and Roy Disney. Accepted in appreciation July 1966 Mayor C. A. Young”
Tinker Bell Takes Flight Over the Magic Kingdom (1985)
On this day in 1985, Tinker Bell took her inaugural flight over the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
Photo: Pop Crush
Originally planned as a seasonal and holiday spectacle, the guest reaction was so positive that it became a nightly event.
Disneyland’s Innoventions Opens (1998)
On this day in 1998, Innoventions opened in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland.
Photo: Also Disney
The new pavilion let guests experience 5 different “pods” of technology.
Disney’s Electrical Parade Debuts (2001)
On this day in 2001, Disney’s Electrical Parade opened at Disney California Adventure.
The parade was renamed Main Street Electrical Parade and opened in celebration of the park’s first summer.
Disneyland’s Mark VII Monorail Debuts (2008)
On this day in 2008, the new Marvk VII Monorail Red transported its first guests at Disneyland.
The new monorail featured red sides, blue glass windows, and a new island seating configuration.
1,000 Immigrants Sworn In At The Magic Kingdom (2009)
On this day in 2009, more than 1,000 immigrants were sworn in at the Magic Kingdom.
The group was treated to performances by the Voices of Liberty and the Spirt of America Fife and Drum Corps before attending a premiere of the revamped Hall of Presidents attraction.
The Lone Ranger Released (2013)
On this day in 2013, The Lone Ranger was released.
Photo: Disney+
Based on the popular radio and television show, the film starred Johnny Depp as Tonto and Arnie Hammer as the Lone Ranger.
Star Wars Forces of Destiny Premieres (2017)
On this day in 2017, Star Wars Forces of Destiny premiered on the Disney YouTube channel.
Photo: Entertainment Weekly
The new web series was a collection of two to three-minute shorts centering on Star Wars female characters.
Hamilton Premieres On Disney+
On this day in 2020, Hamilton premiered on Disney+.
A recording of the popular Broadway musical of the same name, the film was initially intended to be a theatrical release.
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That concludes this day in Disney history- July 3. So, be sure to come back tomorrow to see what happens next!
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