ABC to Air Disneyland 60 Special in February Featuring Elton John, Pentatonix, and More

Just a few days ago, it was revealed that ABC will air a special on Disneyland's 60th Anniversary on The Wonderful World of Disney on February 21 at 8 p.m. (EST). Disney and ABC will be taping the show this Tuesday, January 12. Audience ticketing company 1iota is offering free tickets to the taping. Some of the performers to be featured during the show according 1iota are Sir Elton John, Pentatonix, and 'Dancing with the Stars' professional dancers Derek Hough and Witney Carson. More performers for the show are expected to be revealed this week.

According to Variety, "ABC will celebrate the inventiveness and inspiration of Walt Disney's big, bold creation with a star-studded Diamond Anniversary event, both in the heart of Hollywood at the Dolby Theater and throughout the most iconic locations at Disneyland Park, including Sleeping Beauty Castle and Main Street, USA, as well as Cars Land, a themed are of California Adventure Park." The special will also showcase two displays of technology in its news night shows in the "Paint the Night" parade and the "World of Color - Celebrate! The Wonderful World of Walt Disney at Disney California Adventure. 

That's not all fans at home will also be able to participate during the show as ABC announced they can join in on Sir Elton John's performance. During the performance along with Disney Applause app, using Walt Disney Imagineering technology "Made With Magic" Applause delivers a second screen, an interactive experience that will sync directly with the broadcast's major musical segments, displaying colorful light shows and original content on viewers' phones. Their display will be in harmony with the illuminated accessories worn by guests and elaborate lighting design during the performance. 

Fans will also have a first ever opportunity that will allow guests to view a special performance in virtual reality through the Jaunt VR app. The app will transport fans into joining the celebration at Sleeping Beauty Castle for the musical superstar's concert and then to Main Street for a very special dance routine. A 360-degree view of the virtual reality elements will also be available on ABC.com. More details ABC's special on Disneyland's 60th are expected to be released in the coming weeks so stay tuned. 

Entertainment Will be Dazzling for Disneyland's 24-Hour Party

Entertainment Will be Dazzling for Disneyland's 24-Hour Party:

We are only two days away from the big kickoff for Disneyland's Diamond Celebration with it 24-hour "Up All Night" party. Today, the Disney Parks Blog just what will be going on inside the park during the 24 hours and guests should be prepared to be dazzled.

Here is what guests can expect:

• The parks will open at 6 a.m. with countdown moments featuring some of your favorite Disney characters including Mickey and the gang in their new sparkly Diamond Celebration outfits
• Photo spots will let guests mark the hours through out the park
• Beginning at 6 p.m., guests will be able to join in at the Main Street Opera House for a sing-along screening of the Walt Disney classic, "Mary Poppins." If guests miss that opportunity the sing-along will appear again with screening at 10 p.m., 12:45 a.m., and 3:30 a.m.
• At the Tomorrowland Theater guests can catch a sneak peek of scenes from Disney's "Tomorrowland" during the day. At 10 p.m. or 3 a.m. guests can come back for a full-leghth screening of "Guardians of the Galaxy." "The Avengers" will be shown at 12:15 a.m. in the Tomorrowland Theater.
• For live music guests can head to the Tomorrowland Terrace for a band playing retro hits starting at 7 p.m. and the Royal Swing Big Band Ball in Fantasy Faire will have four sets starting at 10:30 p.m.
• The "Paint the Night" parade will be presented twice on its opening night at 8:50 p.m. and 1 a.m. while the "Disneyland Forever" fireworks will be presented at 9:30 p.m.
• After all that, you can hit the dance floor to the DJ mix at TLT Dance CLUB in Tomorrowland from 12:30 a.m. – 5 a.m., or head over to Mickey’s Toontown for a Pajama Party with your pals, starting at midnight and continuing into the wee hours of the morning.
• At Disney's California Adventure, the all new "World of Color - Celebrate!" will have 3 showings at 9 p.m., 10:15 p.m., and 3 a.m.
• At Pacific Wharf, a DJ will spice things up with a Latin dance party from 10:45 p.m. - 5 a.m.
• Guests can join the Mad T Party Band for the new Diamond Mad T Party in Hollywood Land from 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m., and stick around as the White Rabbit DJ will keep things hopping until the morning

Tune in on Friday on both coasts as the 24-hour parties will kick off the summer in Disney Parks.

"World of Color" Dining Packages Now Available for Disneyland Diamond Celebration 24-hour Kickoff Event

"World of Color" Dining Packages Available for Disneyland's Diamond Celebration 24-Hour Kickoff Event:

Today, the Disney Parks Blog announced that additional dining packages for select restaurants at Disney's California Adventure during the kickoff 24-hour event of Disneyland's Diamond Celebration. You won't want to miss the chance of experiencing the all new World of Color - Celebrate! that will premiere during the 24-hour party on May 22-23. 

Ariel's Grotto and Wine Country Trattoria will both feature a special 2-course pre-fix breakfast menus from 12 a.m.-1:45 a.m. on the 23rd, with a reserved viewing of the new "World of Color." There are lunch and dinner dining packages for "World of Color - Celebrate!" reserved viewing with 9 p.m. and 10:15 viewings available at the Carthay Circle Restaurant and the Golden Vine Winery on May 22nd. Both these restaurants will feature regular menu items and for reservations guests may visit Disneyland.com/dine or by calling 714-781-DINE. 

"World of Color - Celebrate!" premieres on May 22 and will be hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and Mickey Mouse.