Going to Disneyland these days is EASY! | State of DCA report 05/03/24

We're in California Adventure for our bi weekly State of DCA report, where things have been kind of quiet of late. We're here on a Grad Night, a new experience for me, and I'm wondering if this will effect crowds, or my general experience. You hear things about grad nights. Not all great. Is that the reality?
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[@jannettehunter2930]

Hey David! I was the crazy "giddy" woman who met you that day at Downtown Disney. I'm the one who told you my son was going to be jealous because I got a selfie with you. Thanks for being so awesome!! It truly was a pleasure chatting with you!!

[@jimw2566]

I did Disneyland on a grad night in 1969 when DCA was a parking lot. It was commonly called the "All Night Party" at my school and was a great alternative to the drinking parties common after graduation ceremonies. A lot has changed since then; in those days it was officially called Date Night for the grads and you could only attend if you were a couple. I was so nervous when I asked Kathy on a real date. Gotta love those dark rides in Fantasyland!

[@notsurprised79]

Did David just call that guest at 16:28 Wolverine? Cuz that was spot on.😂 #FritoPie

[@FelonyRecords]

#tacoboats

[@Neon_Medusa]

He's giving wolverine meets Hyde from that 70s show.

[@Watchtower82]

Grad night at Disneyland in 2000 was one of the best times of my life. We went from 8pm to 6am.

[@JeanetteBarnard-st9uy]

Hi David. Hope you and your family are doing good! Thanks for all the work you put into these videos. I love watching them and seeing your reactions. I used to play softball and at our snack bar they had Fritos. You got them in the bag with chili and cheese. They were called Frito Boats and were delicious 🤩😍

[@kengasaku69]

I thinks those stanchions are for the magic key turning red foam paw queue.

[@hwil1211]

I may be able to shed some light on the stanchions at the Hyperion. I was at DCA last month with my kid’s high school band and choir groups for a music festival. The festival awards ceremony was held in the Hyperion. They had the stanchions up to assist in getting the hundreds of kids into the theater in an orderly fashion. There are many of these festivals put on throughout the spring time. I imagine that’s why the stanchions keep appearing and disappearing.

[@qatsidan]

"Wolverine's here" Perfect.

[@rbazemore]

Every single investment Disney makes is going to be considered part of Disney forward. New food cart... Disneyland forward. Paint a wall... Disneyland forward, repaving a parking lot. Disneyland forward.

[@matt_warrior1790]

We met around 8:27 - 8:32, and again at 25:45, when I was eating at Flo’s. Thanks again for the Selfie. It was also my Birthday, so that made my day as well, together with the trip there in general. Will definitely come back, and hope to bump into you, again in the future. Best Vibes to Freshbaked 🤙

[@nefasventures]

Pre grad night Monday 5/19 It took us an hourish to get thru the security checkpoint at Mickey and friends parking. The new protocols take a while longer.

[@slowazzd2165]

That's what happens when kids try and sneak in vapes and booze

[@nefasventures]

@@slowazzd2165 yup, thats what the cast member was saying..

[@garnetgreenlucas]

In Ventura County early to mid 80s fritos with chili and cheese was a school lunch option. It was on the menu as "Gut Busters"😆

[@Matterhorny]

When I was at Grad Nite 35 years ago, grads didn’t enter the park til it was closed and the regular guests had left. At least that’s how I remember it 🤔 Of course, there was no DCA then either so maybe it’s changed.

[@bckrfamily6021]

Lol!!!! I literally laughed out loud 16:28 the timing was perfect. David trying to hold back a laugh

[@sib30four]

Fresh Baked!! Saw you yesterday for the first time on Mark Twain and got a bit starstruck haha.

[@toshibavoodoo]

48:41 One of the parts of Grizzly Peak, that and the Suburban loaded with camping gear.

[@elijahperez1675]

My thought process for the que set up at the hyperion is for grad nite and previously was for the performing arts students all being at the park. I was there and actually saw all the classes and different schools leaving the hyperion. Thats my 2 cents :)

[@Matterhorny]

I was at Grad Nite in 1989. Having to wear a suit all night while going on rides was such a drag. Hopefully they’ve since eased up on the dress code.

[@alison2649]

They have

[@toddsworldofcooking8094]

Okay, I’m gonna make two comments. My sister went for grad night in 1978. She said the Skyway and the People Mover were the places for smoking weed. So… hahaha the 70’s. You asked the other day why people are not filling the parks. I was an AP holder for years and would pay to bring friends. We could just show up and have a great time. Now the reservation system has made it impossible. I operate a non profit to help young adults in the SF East Bay Area get an education, get them off the streets and show them that they can break away from Oakland. I looked into taking 4 of the young people to Disneyland so they can see what is outside of what they know. It would cost $12,000. For three days at Disneyland and we don’t even know if we could get the Disneyland reservations to work with the flights and hotels.

[@valeriadixon5166]

My heart is breaking for Lily ❤. God bless your soul.

[@ematuskey]

I'll never forget my Grad Night (way before DCA was even a thing, let alone playing host). Hope all those kids have a great time!

[@kimberlysatterfield9700]

I miss breakfast at Flo's. That tamale and the morning ambience was the perfect way to start the day.

[@CC-sv9fs]

The state of the Pier games is actually sad. Every time i go to Dca i always go on the games even when it was Paradise pier. There fun and they’re better than typical amusement park games no question. Give it love people! I would hate to see that space abandoned in the future. Maybe if they can’t keep it Disney could relocate the games to another Disney park in the future idk but id just hate to see it go…

[@thatbigblackguychannel2576]

Me at 10:25 right after having a coke spilled on my shoes, haha. It was nice to finally meet you! Thanks for taking a minute to stop and talk.

[@leticiacarrillo3505]

Hi David I saw your face and thought that’s my old boss from my young days! So good to see you well. 😊

[@marytillman5692]

I’m so sad we were there that day and missed seeing you! Love your content.

[@cryptidcrackers]

Totally agree on the Avatar experience going in the DL Forward space. I think that's always been the case. They've been dangling that carrot more and more obviously as time goes on. I don't see why they would disrupt the flow of Tomorrowland that severely - not to mention with Grizzly Peak where it would completely disrupt many offerings guests love like Oogie Boogie's Villian's Grove, Soarin, and not to mention the Grand Californian. Imagine looking out of your suite and seeing a floating mountain there... doesn't make sense to me!! Love the status reports! Helps when missing the parks!! Keep it up!!

[@disneyfan_chan5198]

Thanks!

[@sierramist3249]

I went to DCA on May 15th in the morning, it was a grad night day, and the park was empty, then I park hopped over to disneyland at 1130 and it was so crowded there, but grad night days have been nice so far

[@Rachachick]

Guardians was so much fun last week. Better than I remember. Web slingers was meh. Change my mind.

[@radsince6471]

Dave, “Rocket surgeon “? It’s either a “Brain surgeon “ or a”Rocket scientist “ lol😂 I’m sorry that’s just one of my bugaboos 😂

[@FreshBakedDisney]

That is understood. It’s meant to be funny lol

[@radsince6471]

@@FreshBakedDisney Love you Dave! You’re the best!

[@ainsleyperry5192]

FreshBaked. David, Back in time "Grad Nites," the dress code seemed to be a lot stricter in your attire. Dressing casual makes for a more fun experience. Cheer's, Chris Perry.

[@necrotwoshoes]

With regards to the Pixar Pier, I paid for a park ticket and I pay for food. It's my philosophy not to spend additional money on their games, and I don't feel like I'm missing out at all. I'm not sure what the appeal is for people to play them, you can go to a $5 local fair and play them there.

[@ryanlabastida8141]

Fritos, Chili, & Cheese absolutely reminds me of Little League Baseball!!! We called them Frito-Boats! Awesome video by the way!

[@gridley]

The bare steel-girder look of Hyperion Theater is the essence of DCA 1.0 (2001). The Hollywood Backlot area in general isn't a whole lot better. But now that the "soundstages" are unused and so is the theater, DisneySea (2001 & even more so in 2024) looks at DCA and says, "Hold my beer."

[@SilentChaosBby]

I'm not sure the exact time david was there, but as someone who experienced grad nite in 2017, I know the schools have access to Disneyland from 6pm-9pm and Disneyland was HORRIBLY packed. So yeah DCA would be the choice until 9pm 😅

[@Jus10video]

That Wolverine comment was 🤌🏽chef’s kiss. 😂

[@NoelsterSF]

nothing like the Grad Night I was at. Much busier than what's shown here. Of course, that was during the week with all the local magic keys (myself included).

[@SocalRAB]

My favorite show over at Avengers is the Black Widow show.

[@blockmotion2011]

My sources at Disney have confirmed that Pandora is indeed going into the Hollywood backlot and pushing into the transportation hub.

[@CSaenz44]

wait till summer the calm before the storm i love how dead it is

[@JKPham23]

"traveling taco" is what we called them in Arizona in the 90s

[@toshibavoodoo]

49:18 Igor used the Guiser money for his boat (sorry yaht)

[@charleypizazz5787]

Little League for me…Fritos and chili with cheese was called a Frito Bandido, circa mid-70’s, SF Bay Area.

[@user-qo6du4hc4w]

Fresh bake I like watching your KZbin videos. I’m a biggest fan.

[@HouseOfAmarna]

Oooo interesting! Can’t wait to get into it!

[@Jordantmori]

I was there in front of the spiderman web slingers ride when you were filming this video but i was too shy to say hi haha

[@disneyland_707]

i was just there for grad nite and the longest me and my friends waited was 35 min.

[@betttrbeth]

I graduated the same year as you. It seems like the blink of an eye.

[@MelissaAndAlex]

We were there for grad nite the 14th and 15th it wasn’t bad at all I truly think ppl re waiting for the big ticket sale later this month

[@RaechelSykes]

The chicken at Flo's V8 is deep fried vs pressure cooked. It's crispier, drier, and seasoning is not the same 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@highonlives712]

Says Pandora ans Hollywood don't go together but will put Avengers and Turning Red together. 😂😂

[@FelonyRecords]

Taco Boats is what I know that as being from the beach cities, CA.

[@NickandShan]

Was in the park on May 12th and I meant to message you, the que at the Hyperion theater is for a magic key item hand out. Virtual que it’s a foam turning red paw.

[@toshibavoodoo]

DISNELAND is FRESHBAKED!!! Love that intro music! I don't think of DCA as a separate park, just newer.

[@alison2649]

What’s Web Slingers?? A ride? A show? I haven’t been post-pandemic

[@JustINformU]

Interactive ride

[@toshibavoodoo]

198K SUBs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congradulations, almost about ot hit 200K...

[@PhoenixVic21]

Interesting test to...night drop? the parks and develop a strategy?

[@bibbity22]

We were there last year during a grad night and it was fine. Not too busy. I think people assume it will be crazy with teens so they avoid it.

[@Ceelle2]

I love Luigi's but they are always a few cars missing and often go through spatea of down time.

[@hollyrhodee]

L o l i have waited back there for grizzly on my only day there

[@beatrizchevez8204]

I really don’t understand how ppl can afford Disneyland. not everyone can afford $160-$200 for 1day at a theme park. I really miss Disney but I can’t justify paying that much when universal only charges$179 for 9months.

[@finned958]

Grad night is all day and night event. My local high school will be there from 10am to 3am. That’s a long time in one park. There’s no leaving early if you take the bus. They take roll. My kid will be there in 3 years. Zootopia would work better in Hollywood Backlot. Easier to attach facades to the hangar building and add the ride mechanisms. Avatar should go in Simba Parking Lot and Fantasy Springs too.

[@abnercricket]

What time are they kicking everyone out I wanted to see the world of color show but show times are 9 and 11

[@Flightbudy2channel]

6:00. Both Disneyland concept arts show something that resembles almost the exact layout or looking layout of the Pandora concept part that was showed. I don’t know how anybody think that is going anyplace other than Disneyland especially approved. I think the Hollywood backlot was a Plan B and I also don’t think that would be considered a land. I think it would’ve been considered an experience as opposed to indignant forward it would be considered a land.

[@vicdog4440]

Tried to see if I can go tomorrow. Not only is tomorrow not available, there's nothing at all for Imagine Keys left for May at all. Guess it's not so "easy" to go to Disneyland for every Key level lol. Guess that's it til after summer for me!

[@WindowtotheMagic]

At first I thought you had typed Inspire Key and I was about to type that there’s LOTS of available reservations. Then I reread. As of my checking, only Thursday May 30th is available for Imagine Keys. I can see why you’re bummed. Those bottom level keys are challenging.

[@ThemeParksAndAttractions]

Enjoyed this 👌

[@FelonyRecords]

Hollywood backlot would transition better from the Blvd into zootopia than pandora

[@danieladelgado1962]

Hi David do you know when the Disney haunted mansion movie 2 and we already watch the first one of haunted mansion movie on Disney plus

[@Rachachick]

Captain Marvel told my husband she liked his shirt. It was a cool shirt. Then she said she liked his blinged out hat. It was my Star Wars hat! Too funny.

[@cvcjr13]

Get the coal nut, Dave! . . . Or is that use the Force, Luke? I confuse these things all the time. . .

[@BryceEdwardBrown]

Do you think they're going to create the new Avatar/Pandora experience in a new section of the park or do you think they are going to do something like retheme Monsters Inc. to Avatar?

[@WindowtotheMagic]

Tell us you didn’t watch the video without telling us you didn’t watch the video. LOL

[@RFR500]

Is anyone else having audio cut out throughout the video?

[@bridgetmistryable]

I got Blue Sky ideas for replacements at Disney California Adventure I know this is gonna be a controversial opinion but i think closing down Muppet Vision 3-D was a big mistake because now Disneyland has no Muppets attraction but I think they should retheme the Paradise Gardens area with The Muppets The Little Mermaid attraction will stay because that is a great ride and I love it but the other attractions near it would close the Golden Zephyr will be rethemed to Pigs in Space from The Muppet Show, Jumpin Jellyfish will be Themed to Hot airballoons themed to Kermit the Frog taken from The Great Muppet Caper, Goofy's Sky School will be Rethemed to The Great Gonzo's StuntMadness and instead of a Airplanes guests will ride on the Plunger car from the Muppet Movie and the attraction takes place in The Great Gonzo's StuntShow Madness and for his 3rd act he invited you the guests on his Plunger Car the beginning of the ride you see Gonzo in his cannon being launched in the sky and then your car jumps though a Fire hoop (Which is not a fire Hoop it's just a hoop painted orange but it glows in the Dark at Night), a circular Saw, and at the end you see Gonzo on his Motorcycle in a slingshow and at the end he crashing himself and the motorcycle on the Stunt show Building and you see his cutout and his Motorcycle on the Building which is a tribute Muppet Vision 3-D and then at the end you unload from the vehicle and exit safety. The pizza place near by will be rethemed to PizzaRizzo from Disney World, and lastly The Silly Symphony Swings will be rethemed to the Electric Mayhem and will be titled The Eletric Mayhem: RockSwings my 2nd other idea is Paradise Gardens attractions like Goofy's Sky School, Golden Zephyr, Jumpin Jellyfish, and Silly Symphony Swings will be demolished for a FreeGuy Land the Land will take place in FreeCity from the Film and the main ride will take rider on a adventure through FreeCity and the attraction will use the same Ride system technology from The Simpsons Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood and Florida but instead of Rollercoaster vehicles its the Car that Ryan Reynolds drives in the film the land will contain the Coffee shop and Bubble Gum ice cream stand as seen from the film and the land will sell the Blue Lightsaber and Captain America Shield seen from the film also ok now my 3rd idea is The Hyperion Theater and Stage 12 will be demolished for a ride based on Zootopia the ride will use the same ride system technology used in Despicable Me Minion Mayhem at Universal Studios Hollywood and Florida, my 4th idea is Stage 17 will be a Lucasfilm Restaurant and Mickey's philharmagic will stay but for a limited time Muppet Vision 3-D should come back maybe for the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure

[@goofyrulez7914]

Do you remember the first time you went to the Haunted Mansion? What an amazing experience that was.

[@WindowtotheMagic]

Nope. My first HM experience was in March, 1973.

[@rayray9571]

Everybody is sick of that park

[@JMCAragorn]

They'll just put 'Frozen' in the Hyperion. 🙄😖

[@jeffreyh7951]

Hey Fresh Baked!!

[@littlefoot5897]

Is grad night just at California adventure?

[@jaredsummerell190]

Pepper belly ❤🎉

[@zeroconsequences]

Isn't cocina cucomonga closed right now? That could certainly contribute to the empty seats in San Fransokyo. It's the best place to eat there. Yeah, if you are waiting to do anything until after 9 PM at DCA you may not get to do it at all. That park is infamous for essentially closing early without closing. Restaurants stop serving, kiosks go dark, rides taper off into 'maintenance' mode... And yet Disneyland is exactly the opposite, very strange. It's almost like they make money from people hopping parks or something 🤔🤔🤔

[@BruceBergman]

Is audio Dropping off from editing or A Copyright ©️ Concern 26:42 now! And 27:20 now! 27:26

[@WindowtotheMagic]

Nope. Those are audio glitches that were not addressed. David probably doesn’t record backup audio, so when the audio glitches, there’s no way to fix it.

[@ED-...]

🏰 Frito Boat

[@nipts]

Fresh BAKED!

[@notdavidlynch]

Fresh Baked!!

[@elizabethharrison7306]

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[@joywilson9212]

They should have an Animal 🦒 Kingdom out here in California, then they could put pandora there.

[@Matterhorny]

Problem solved 😁👍

[@mollywarden840]

I literally just don’t have any desire to have avatar on the west coast, sure it is popular, but 25 years from now will anyone care? I highly doubt it. It just seems like too much of a fad that they are pushing via the movies and while people think they are visually stunning, I know zero people who say they are an Avatar fan like they are with marvel and Star Wars. Maybe it is just me though 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@crystalkelterborn992]

🎉❤

[@WindowtotheMagic]

11:25 “It doesn’t take a rocket surgeon to figure out that ain’t right.” Reason #5,345 why I enjoy watching FB videos! WE NEED THAT ON A T-SHIRT!!!

[@alison2649]

My high school in Long Beach did grad night at Disneyland every single year for decades EXCEPT the one year that it was MY turn to graduate in ‘94. They experimented with Camelot (mini-golf) 😩😩🥹I didn’t even go. Needless to say it was a disappointment and the following year they went back to Disney.