Categories
Other

Ring in Summer With These Disney Phone Wallpapers

©Disney. Photo by Elise Apffel for Disney Family

It’s summertime and we’re ready to celebrate with an upgrade to our phone decor! Whether your family is obsessed with the beach or would rather be relaxing by the pool with an ice cream cone, we have a fun Disney phone wallpaper that fits your personality.

Simply save the image to your phone and set as your background. It’s as easy as that to add some Disney magic to your phone!

disney phone wallpaper
Image source: Irene Lee | Disney Family

Up Picnic Phone Wallpaper

The summer means endless sunny days with your little one. Use this Up phone wallpaper to inspire you to plan a Disney-themed outing and remind your kiddo to have an adventure!

disney phone wallpaper
Image source: Irene Lee | Disney Family

Mickey Ice Cream Phone Wallpaper

Cool down with this Mickey phone wallpaper! Apologies in advance if you suddenly find yourself craving a frozen treat.

disney phone wallpaper
Image source: Irene Lee | Disney Family

Mickey & Minnie Beachside Phone Wallpaper

Mickey and Minnie are ready for some fun in the sun—and your phone can be, too!  This Mickey and Minnie phone wallpaper is enough to get you and your family excited for the rest of the season.

For more Disney fun, check out our latest episode of Disney Dream Job:

<!–(function(){var iframe = document.getElementById(‘iframe-5ec6fb5c5a5d9’),src = iframe.dataset.src + ‘&refOverride=’ + encodeURIComponent(document.referrer);iframe.src = src;})();if (TM && TM.AutoPlayController && TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds) { TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds(“#tm-oembed-1972952355”);}–>

The post Ring in Summer With These Disney Phone Wallpapers appeared first on Disney Family.

From our friends at family.disney.com
Filed Under: Articles, Minnie Mouse (canon) (Mickey Mouse & Friends) | Characters | 4be1288cf4623ad03ff4e53c, Summer | Holiday-and-season-tags | 538290acf8dfcb06c7f34118, UP (2009) | Movies | 4b9060054c42e50f422a8ba2

Categories
Other

Dive into Summer This #DisneyWeekend With a Pool Party

image source: elise apffel | disney family | joanne lu

Summer has very much arrived—and with it warmer weather. This means cooling down in the pool with our little one is in order. We’re getting prepped for a few days of water-filled fun with the help of Disney-inspired pool activities and refreshing treats!

Show us how you and your family are making a splash with the hashtag #DisneyWeekend on Instagram.

little mermaid pool tray
Image source: Elise Apffel | Disney family

The Little Mermaid Pool Tray

Turn a regular tray into a floating buffet with the help of this Little Mermaid Pool Tray tutorial.

finding dory cross stitch
Image source: Disney Family

“Just Keep Swimming” Dory Cross Stitch

Dive into a cross stitch adventure with Dory! Create a masterpiece that will remind you and your loved ones to, “Just keep swimming.”

ufufy coasters
image source: elise apffel | disney family

Donald & Daisy Ufufy Coasters

Inspired by the cute Ufufy plushes, these DIY Donald and Daisy Coasters are fun to make and useful to have around for your pool party #DisneyWeekend!

winnie the pooh popsicles
Image source: Joanne Lu | Disney Family

Winnie the Pooh Popsicles

Turn your favorite fruit smoothies into delicious Winnie the Pooh Popsicles for a fun snack that will keep you cool after a day filled with swimming.

mickey fruit popsicles
Image source: Joanne Lu | Disney Family

2-Ingredient Mickey Fruit Popsicles

Mickey Fruit Popsicles are a fun way for your family to get their daily fruit intake this summer and only require two ingredients—yogurt and fruit of your choice.

mermaid crowns photo
Image source: Elise Apffel | Disney Family

The Little Mermaid Crowns

Add shells, pearls, ribbon, and sparkly cardstock to headbands to create these bright and colorful Little Mermaid Crowns, perfect for some fun in the sun!

frozen ice pops
Image source: Disney Family

Elsa’s Frozen Popsicles

Make magic in your freezer with Elsa’s Frozen Popsicles. Your tyke will have a blast helping to create these pops!

For more Disney fun, check out our latest episode of Disney Dream Job:

<!–(function(){var iframe = document.getElementById(‘iframe-5ec6fb5c6c1e9’),src = iframe.dataset.src + ‘&refOverride=’ + encodeURIComponent(document.referrer);iframe.src = src;})();if (TM && TM.AutoPlayController && TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds) { TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds(“#tm-oembed-1409899639”);}–>

The post Dive into Summer This #DisneyWeekend With a Pool Party appeared first on Disney Family.

From our friends at family.disney.com
Filed Under: Articles, #DisneyWeekend, Crafts | Descriptive-tags | 556f57ce405a3481bb85c21e, Daisy Duck (canon) (Mickey Mouse & Friends) | Characters | 4be8d858ccad8b5d2b94e58d, Disneyweekend | Holiday-and-season-tags | 550ef21374873f3577074973, Donald Duck (canon) (DuckTales Mickey Mouse & Friends The Three Caballeros) | Characters | 4be1265789a05ad00794e53c, Dory (Finding Nemo Finding Dory) | Characters | 4b9060049d55e50f422a8ba2, Eeyore (canon) (Winnie the Pooh) | Characters | 4be142cadf5ddad00804e53c, Finding Dory (2016) | Movies | 4d9689c302d87d851d01e558, Moana (2016) | Movies | 4f37ea1d4e23fb4d5dcba540, Piglet (canon) (Winnie the Pooh) | Characters | 4be142d12d857ad00804e53c, Recipe | Descriptive-tags | 556f593b716ba481bb85c21e, Summer | Holiday-and-season-tags | 538290acf8dfcb06c7f34118, The Little Mermaid (1989) | Movies | 4b9060054cacb50f422a8ba2, Tigger (canon) (Winnie the Pooh) | Characters | 4be142c9273b5ad00804e53c, Winnie the Pooh (canon) (Winnie the Pooh) | Characters | 4be1415090ab3ad00804e53c

Categories
Other

Everything You Need to Know for a Magical Family Day at Pixar Pier

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Pixar Pier is officially open at Disney California Adventure Park! My little ones and I had so much fun this past opening week exploring the newly reimagined area—inspired by the stories and films we love so much.

One of my favorite things about Pixar Pier is how much there is for families with young children. My kiddos are between the ages of three months and 6 years old, and we found plenty of things we could all enjoy together—which isn’t always an easy feat! Read on to find all of my picks for a magical day at the Pier.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Attractions

There are three (soon to be five) attractions at Pixar Pier—The IncredicoasterToy Story Midway Mania, and the Pixar Pal-A-Round.

The Incredicoaster is an exciting Incredibles 2-themed rollercoaster. And it’s such a blast! If you or your kiddos are thrill-seekers, this is definitely a must-do. We loved how the attraction has a storyline—something you don’t find on many rollercoasters! I would highly recommend a nighttime ride if you get the chance—the cool lights make it extra magical. Little ones need to be 48 inches or over to ride, and be sure to get a FastPass/MaxPass as this is one popular ride.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

For a ride fit for everyone in your family, check out Toy Story Midway Mania! This is a 3D, carnival-style attraction with no height requirement—so even babies can ride, which makes this a family favorite. It’s really fun to test your aim and get a little competitive for the best score! FastPass/MaxPass is also available.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

The third attraction that is currently open is the Pixar Pal-A-Round. This big ferris wheel overlooks the Park, and is also another great option for all family members—babies included. A fun addition are the gondolas featuring different Pixar characters. We prefer the stationary ones, but if you’re in for a little bit of a thrill, you might want to try the swinging gondolas. But our favorite part is definitely the beautiful view from the top—it can’t be beat! Plus, it’s also a really great way to rest your feet since the trip around the wheel takes about 15 minutes.

We can’t wait to come back to ride these again, and the new attractions coming 2019—including Jessie’s Critter Carousel and the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Eats

Food is an important and exciting part of any day at the Park—and Pixar Pier is no exception! A treat is always a must for us, so I recommend grabbing a unique Caliente Churro (a little too spicy for the kids, but great for Mom!) or Cinnamon Super Galaxy Churro at the cart Señor Buzz Churros.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

If your little one is a chocolate chip cookie fanatic just like baby Jack-Jack from Incredibles 2, then head to Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums for a warm chocolate chip cookie (aka a Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num), a gluten-free, blackberry jam-filled cookie called The IncrediCookie, or a Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie. Obviously, we had to try all three and they did not disappoint. The best part is, you can choose from a variety of milk options (including dairy-free) to pair with your cookie treat…yum!

If you’re in need of a frozen treat on a warm summer day, Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats is the place to go. Our favorite is the It’s Snow Capped Lemon—featuring lemon soft serve “snow-capped” with white chocolate. This place is kiddo approved!

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

When meal time comes around, Pixar Pier has got you covered! Stop by Angry Dogs for hot dogs and chips, Poultry Palace for delicious chicken drumsticks (these were our favorite!), or Lamplight Lounge where you’ll find an array of unique eats, including a kids menu with things like the PB and J Roll—a peanut butter and jelly sandwich rolled up and sliced to look like a sushi roll!

Opening later this summer is Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff where guests will find treats and merchandise. I know my kids are especially going to love it.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Games

If you’re like us and enjoy taking breaks from attractions during the day, I suggest checking out the Games of Pixar Pier. Purchase a game card for a minimum of $4, then choose from four games, including La Luna Star Catcher, WALL-E Space Race, Heimlich’s Candy Corn Toss, and Bullseye Stallion Stampede. La Luna Star Catcher is great because everyone is always a winner—no matter what, guests will always walk away with a prize! They vary depending on what game you choose, but for as low as $4, it’s really a great deal.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

After some games, have the little ones play by the Luxo ball water fountain right in front—mine had fun cooling off on the hot summer day!

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Characters

Don’t forget to download the official Disneyland Resort app to find the locations of various Pixar Pals, available for photo opps and autographs around Pixar Pier!

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Visiting with their favorite Pixar characters is always a highlight for my kids.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

Entertainment

A Disney day wouldn’t be complete without some entertainment! We really enjoyed listening to The Pixarmonic Orchestra—a super fun, seven-piece band that performs in the Pixar Promenade a few times daily. Check the Disneyland app for showtimes.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

For another fun activity, the new Pixar character face paint options are absolutely adorable. Kiosks can be found near Knick’s Knacks, and they offer free touchups throughout the day.

image source: Emily Sims | disney family

And last, but certainly not least, be sure to capture some cute photo opps by colorful Pixar walls—as a keepsake until next time.

For more fun, check out our Disney Dream Job series:

<!–(function(){var iframe = document.getElementById(‘iframe-5ec6fb5c7a92e’),src = iframe.dataset.src + ‘&refOverride=’ + encodeURIComponent(document.referrer);iframe.src = src;})();if (TM && TM.AutoPlayController && TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds) { TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds(“#tm-oembed-226675640”);}–>

The post Everything You Need to Know for a Magical Family Day at Pixar Pier appeared first on Disney Family.

From our friends at family.disney.com
Filed Under: Articles, Disney California Adventure | Properties | 4beddd8c18c035173a0573db, Inside Out (2015) | Movies | 4f33f5c71158a58b366c3b73, The Incredibles (2004) | Movies | 4b9060054bff750f422a8ba2, Toy Story (1995) | Movies | 4b9060054c10150f422a8ba2, WALL-E (2008) | Movies | 4b9060054c4c550f422a8ba2

Categories
Other

Make Family Memories by Camping in Your Backyard This #DisneyWeekend

backyard camping
Image source: Addie Mauldin | Disney Family

There’s nothing that feels more like summer than camping. So grab some pillows, blankets, and treats and head to your backyard for the ultimate camping experience with your little ones. Share all your staycation fun with the hashtag #DisneyWeekend on Instagram!

porg s'mores
Image source: Jessica Lucius | Disney Family

Porg S’mores

Create these a-porg-able treats fearing homemade marshmallows, chocolate graham crackers, and chocolate bars. You’ll definitely want s’more of these cute Porg S’mores!

Mickey s'mores
Image source: Mickey S’mores

Mickey S’mores

This fun twist on a beloved classic can be enjoyed aside a campfire or even in the comfort of your own home! The Mickey S’mores recipe is sure to bring smiles all around.

winnie the pooh tent
Image source: Addie Mauldin | Disney Family

Winnie the Pooh Tent

Give your kiddo a great place to read a book in this Hundred Acre Wood-themed tent.

campout banner
Image source: Disney Family

Mickey and Minnie Camping Garland

Oh, boy! Add a little magic to your backyard campout with this Mickey and Minnie garland.

jungle fort
Image source: Disney Family

The Jungle Book Fort

In The Jungle Book, Mowgli makes the jungle his home. Encourage your kiddo to use their imagination to build a cozy corner for playing or enjoying a delicious snack.

hidden mickey pillow
Image source: Disney Family

Mickey Mouse Pillow

Whether placed in your family room or the backyard, this adorable Mickey DIY will make the day even more magical.

duh backpack pets
Image source: Elise Apffel

Dug Backpack

This cute backpack features everyone’s favorite talking canine, Dug from Up. It’s the perfect size for storing snacks and toys for a backyard camping #DisneyWeekend.

mickey and minnie pennant flag
Image source: Disney Family

Mickey and Minnie Camping Pennant

Every camp needs a pennant flag! Display on your tent wall or around the house all year round.

For more Disney fun, check out Disney Dream Job:

<!–(function(){var iframe = document.getElementById(‘iframe-5ec6fb5ca086d’),src = iframe.dataset.src + ‘&refOverride=’ + encodeURIComponent(document.referrer);iframe.src = src;})();if (TM && TM.AutoPlayController && TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds) { TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds(“#tm-oembed-1614505650”);}–>

The post Make Family Memories by Camping in Your Backyard This #DisneyWeekend appeared first on Disney Family.

From our friends at family.disney.com
Filed Under: Articles, #DisneyWeekend, Crafts | Descriptive-tags | 556f57ce405a3481bb85c21e, Dessert | Descriptive-tags | 556f5823410e3481bb85c21e, Dessert | Seo-tags | 56e8ca499d04383a025dc736, Disneyweekend | Holiday-and-season-tags | 550ef21374873f3577074973, DIY | Descriptive-tags | 556f5957519d4481bb85c21e, Dug (UP) | Characters | 4b9060051a03650f422a8ba2, Mickey Mouse (canon) (Fantasia Fun and Fancy Free Mickey Mouse & Friends Epic Mickey Mickey’s Magical Party Mickey Mouse Clubhouse) | Characters | 4be126bc0e59fad00804e53c, Minnie Mouse (canon) (Mickey Mouse & Friends) | Characters | 4be1288cf4623ad03ff4e53c, Porg | Type-of-things | 557eb8236473c6fabcbbc4b7, Recipe | Descriptive-tags | 556f593b716ba481bb85c21e, The Jungle Book (1967), The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977) | Movies | 4ba34c73919b859e961b9666, UP (2009) | Movies | 4b9060054c42e50f422a8ba2, Winnie the Pooh (canon) (Winnie the Pooh) | Characters | 4be1415090ab3ad00804e53c

Categories
Other

5 Disney-Inspired Pregnancy Announcement Ideas

disney pregnancy
©Disney

If you’re adding to your Disney family, let friends and family know with a magical twist. Here are some fun ideas for a unique Disney-inspired pregnancy announcement!

We’re All Ears

Add another set of Mickey Mouse ears to your family collection. If you already know your baby’s name, have it embroidered. Otherwise, share your due date on the back of the Mickey ears for a keepsake to cherish.

Start Building Your Baby’s Wardrobe

To prepare for your baby’s arrival, shop for their first outfit and share a photo. Like Sleeping Beauty’s fairies, you can write “make it pink!” or “make it blue!”

“1st Visit” Button

Park guests can pick up a free button for birthdays or other celebrations at City Hall. Request one that reads “1st Visit” and pin it by your growing belly.

Elicit Help from Disney Cast Members

Take advantage of PhotoPass photographers at the Parks to get a cute photo of you and your significant other in front of the castle or another picturesque location. If you’re making a themed nursery, seek out your matching Disney character for a photo op. The pregnancy announcement photos will make a great addition to the baby’s room.

Baby’s 1st Shoes

I love pregnancy announcements with shoes for each family member lined up. For a Disney spin, add a pair inspired by Cinderella’s glass slippers or Woody’s cowboy boots for your little one on the way.

For more Disney magic, check out this Up-Inspired Photo Backdrop:

<!–(function(){var iframe = document.getElementById(‘iframe-5ec6fb5cb6764’),src = iframe.dataset.src + ‘&refOverride=’ + encodeURIComponent(document.referrer);iframe.src = src;})();if (TM && TM.AutoPlayController && TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds) { TM.AutoPlayController.findEmbeds(“#tm-oembed-1474208434”);}–>

The post 5 Disney-Inspired Pregnancy Announcement Ideas appeared first on Disney Family.

From our friends at family.disney.com
Filed Under: Articles