This Day in Disney History- October 7
Welcome back to our continuing journey through the history of The Walt Disney Company. Today we are looking at the events on this day in day in Disney history- October 7.
October 7th was a slower day in Disney history, but it still featured the release of a classic Disney film, the opening of a Walt Disney World attraction, and the opening of a Disney California Adventure land.


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Bedknobs and Broomsticks Premieres (1971)
On this day in 1971, Bedknobs and Broomsticks premiered in London.
The film starred Angela Lansbury a David Tomlinson and told the story of an apprentice witch, 2 children, and a conman who search for the missing component of a magical spell that could help defend Britain during WWII.
Danger Bay Premieres (1985)
On this day in 1985, Danger Bay premiered on the Disney Channel.


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The series followed the exploits of marine veterinarian Grand “Doc” Roberts and his two children.
DVC Sales Begin (1991)
On this day in 1991, sales began for the Disney Vacation Club.


Photo: DVC
A preview center gave guests an opportunity to “discover a better way to vacation”.
Space Ranger Spin Opens (1998)
On this day in 1998, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin opened in Walt Disney World.


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The interactive dark ride was based on the popular Toy Story franchise.
Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Walk-Through Closes (2001)
On this day in 2001, Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Walk-Through attraction closed for “refurbishment”.


Sleeping Beauty Castle is all decked out!
The attraction would not reopen until 2008.
A Bug’s Land Opens (2002)
On this day in 2002, A Bug’s Land opened at Disney California Adventure.


Photo: D23
Based on the 1998 Pixar film, the land housed the popular Flik’s Flyers and Heimlich’s Chew Chew Train attractions.
Morning Light Premieres (2008)
On this day in 2008, Morning Light premiered at the El Capitan Theater.


Photo: Also Disney+
The True-life documentary was conceived by Roy E. Disney.
Mighty Med Premieres (2013)
On this day in 2013, Mighty Med premiered on Disney XD.


Photo: Also DIsney+
The series tells the story of teenage best friends Kaz and Oliver who get a job at Mighty Med, a secret hospital for superheroes.
The Swap Premieres (2013)
Finally, on this day in 2016, The Swap aired on the Disney Channel.


Photo: Also Disney
The film tells the story of two teenage friends who swap bodies.
That concludes this day in Disney history- October 7. So, be sure to come back tomorrow to see what happens next!
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