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ElecTRONica at Disney's California Adventure

Welcome To THE GRID: Prepare to be digitized!

ElecTRONica, the newest night time experience at Disney's California Adventure brings to life the virtual world of TRON Legacy, the new Walt Disney Pictures' film opening nationwide on December 17, 2010. (My husband hasn't been this excited for a Disney movie since Pirates of The Carribean. Ha!) This high-energy street festival takes place in Hollywood Pictures Backlot. It took over for their big summer party GlowFest. (Which I adored.) ElecTRONica to me is a little more adult themed. But perfect for my older kids, ages 12, 14 and 15. It definitely brought out the inner-child in my husband too, he LOVED it!

The magician's at Disney have recreated an authentic version of the original Flynn's Arcade. Which we were most excited about. They have old school games in it, straight out of 1982. Being that I grew up in the 80s, I felt really at home. Just some of the classic games included in the arcade are Pole Position (my personal fav) Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Centipede & Donkey Kong. You need a token to play, so you put your money in the machine, and get a keepsake token. (It's up to you if you want to use it or keep it.) * I've also heard that sometimes when you go to get a fast pass for a ride at California Adventure, some people will get a coupon for a token for Flynn's. Super Cool!

Photo Via: Robin Trowbridge, Disneyland Resort

You get a chance to sneak-a-peak of the new movie: TRON Legacy which opens in theaters on December 17, 2010, we will be seeing this movie FOR SURE! It made me realize how much I miss the People Movers (remember those) They were one of my very favorite rides at Disneyland. Maybe they'll bring them back with the success of the movie.

People dance and party the night away, while the live DJ spins a mix of techno, dance & electronica music. There are dancers and street performers using lasers, doing martial arts. I even had a girl pose for me, which I thought was really nice of her! Their costumes are amazing, but I wouldn't have expected anything different from Disney. The Poreotics (America's Best Dance Crew Season 5 Winner's) are also said to be performing at ElecTRONica from November 21 to the 24th.

You remember one of my favorite parts about GLOWFEST was that they had alcoholic beverages. ElecTRONica is no different. You can get your incandescent concoctions at the END OF THE LINE BAR. Cheers to you LaserMan!

It's a colorful laser light show filled with digitally projected light cycles that are cast all around. It's something that you won't want to miss. Especially if you are a TRON fan, or are a tween, teenager and up. I thought it was a little dark for my 3 year old, but TRON isn't exactly a pre-schooler's movie anyway. : )

The Pre-Show is at Sunshine Plaza from 6PM and at 6:45PM

ElecTRONica goes 7 days a week from 7PM til Park closing in the HOLLYWOOD PICTURES BACKLOT

Disclaimer: I was not paid for this post. I was given tickets in order to facilitate my review.

ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure

Welcome To THE GRID: Prepare to be digitized!

Photo Via: Robin Trowbridge, Disneyland Resort

The Pre-Show is at Sunshine Plaza from 6PM and at 6:45PM

ElecTRONica goes 7 days a week from 7PM til Park closing in the HOLLYWOOD PICTURES BACKLOT

Disclaimer: I was not paid for this post. I was given tickets in order to facilitate my review.

Mickey's Halloween Party 2010

We have always loved trick-or-treating Disney style, at California Adventure the past few years.

Remember 2009? And who could forget 2008?

It is definitely a high-light of the haunted season for my family. Have you made it a wicked tradition in your family yet? Well now is the perfect time! This year it is even more special, because it moved to Disneyland and changed it's name!

*Disclosure: Thanks to my friends at Disney, I got a chance to go there on October 1st, (opening night) and was it Terrifically Terrifying! (not really scary, I just thought those 2 words went together well)

Introducing:

Mickey’s Halloween Party sure you have to buy a separate ticket to this event, but where else can adults dress up in costume and trick-or-treat with their kids at the resort.

You're Invited:

Tuesdays and Fridays in October (1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 and 29)

And even on Halloween night itself, Sunday, Oct. 31.

You won't want to miss:

* Get Your Candy On *

Trick or Treating in the ultimate Disney neighborhood, with even more treats along “Mickey’s Hide-and-Go-Treat Trails”

* Get Your Boogie On *
New dance parties – at Tomorrowland Terrace and the French Market

* Get Your Jack On *
The “Halloween Screams” fireworks spectacular, hosted by “Master of Scare-omonies”
Jack Skellington (presented exclusively for guests of Mickey’s Halloween Party)

* Get your Parade On *
New surprises in “Mickey’s Costume Party” cavalcade, performed twice nightly

* Get Your Pose On *
Character photo locations featuring Mickey and his pals, princesses and other favorites

* Get Your Early Bird On *
The opportunity to arrive three hours before the party starts to play in Disneyland

* Get Your Disney On *
Nearly all the favorite Disneyland rides and attractions

The Detail$:

Tickets purchased in advance for Mickey’s Halloween Party are $49 most days, while tickets purchased on the event days are $54. For Oct. 31, all tickets to Mickey’s Halloween Party are $59. It helps to have an annual pass too!

Party People: Here are some pics of me & my Ghouls @TraceyClark & @theHappyHourMom getting our Party On! One of the very best parts about Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland for me, was spending the evening with my Sisters, nieces, nephew & Mom! Who luckily are just a s Disney-Obsessed as me! Yay!

Who's Cooking in the Muppets Kitchen?

CAT CORA! That's Who!

(Isn't she Adorable???) (And she's REALLY Nice too!!!)

And What's she Cooking?

Hasty Tasty Treats for everyone with the help of The Muppets!

Recipe for a Good Time:

Last week a few mommies and I got to share quite a tasty experience. We were invited to the Disney Studios in Burbank, to meet Cat Cora and learn all about her new web Series with the Muppets.

Well, you already know I'm a complete Disney Fanatic. So going to the Disney Studios was pretty awesome for me.

What I liked about it was how funny, cute & clever these little skits are. It just reminds me of why I loved the Muppets as a child, and why parents love them too. The Muppets that were there in the Studio with us were Pepe and Angelo. They had a great chemistry with Cat and really made the cooking session FUN. Pepe was even tweeting live from the show. *(Follow them on Twitter @MuppetsStudio)

Meeting Cat was also a thrill. As the First female Iron Chef on the Food Network, I have admired her for years and enjoyed watching her throw down with the boys on Iron Chef. When she wins, I always cheer extra loud! We each got a new copy of her book, and she signed them for us. She was very gracious and kind, which is so refreshing when a celebrity is so genuine. She also had some good tips that I will be sure to use in and out of the kitchen.

We've all heard the saying "Don't Play With Your Food." Well I highly disagree. Making food fun is one of the most important things you can do for them. Getting in the kitchen and cooking together. Teaching them about a variety of different things. Especially for picky eaters, like my daughter, adding new foods into the equation. Even if she doesn't eat them, right now. Hopefully she'll learn to appreciate more vegetables, and less potato chips! I think I'm on the right track...

Thanks to Cat, Angelo, Pepe, Disney Interactive Media, Dana, Kirsten, Brett, and all of the childcare girls for making this event so delicious!!!

*Moms and Dads: If you're looking for something new to do with your kids (which we always are)... I recommend you go to The Muppets Kitchen Online for recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. You'll laugh together, you'll cook together, and you'll whip up memories and healthy eats for your family.