634pm PT: As we get ready for the big Diamond Celebration announcement, invited guests are “Freezing the Night” at Disney California Adventure.
640pm PT: Meanwhile at Disneyland, the guest control cast have premiered new rope flags for the 60th anniversary.
702pm PT: The anticipation is palpable. For those that cannot take the excitement, Olaf is giving out warm hugs.
716pm PT: Anticipation is building as the invited guests are getting ready to be escorted to Disneyland Park.
750 pm PT: Everyone is getting ready on Main Street for the big reveal. Just ten more minutes.
800 pm PT: The stage is set and we are ready to go!
804pm PT: The crowd has assembled as well. Let’s go!
813pm PT: They just announced that the lighting on Main Street will be dimmed to fully immerse guests in the experience.
815pm PT: After a video montage of Disneyland history, Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs takes the stage.
819pm PT: It is announced that the Disneyland celebration will begin May 22.
821pm PT: A new World of Color Show, “World of Color Celebrate! The Wonderful World of Disney is coming to Disney California Adventure.
824pm PT: Paint the Night parade confirmed for Disneyland Park.
825pm PT: Disneyland Forever fireworks show will use the whole park as its canvas. Will feature two news songs including one by Richard Sherman.
827pm PT: Both Sleeping Beauty Castle and Carthay Circle will be getting themed overlays for the Diamond Celebration.
829pm PT: That’s a wrap. Stay tuned for more on Disneyland’s Diamond Celebration.
834pm PT: We are now waiting for a Q&A, what do you want to know.
844pm PT: Here is a link to the press release regarding the new nighttime shows.
848pm PT: The Paint the Night parade will feature 76 performers.
849pm PT: The Paint the Night parade will be similar but different from its Hong Kong Disneyland counterpart.
856pm PT: There is no end date known for any of the 60th anniversary experiences at this time.
901pm PT: The Diamond Celebration will be around for the holidays and will impact how Disneyland celebrates the Christmas season.
905pm PT: That is a wrap. Stay tuned to LaughingPlace.com for more on Disneyland’s Diamond Celebrations.