The Walt Disney Company continues to push farther and farther into LGBTQIA+ issues. Now, Disneyland is hopping into the movement.
It seems like it started with “gay days” at Disney World, an official celebration of all things “gay.” Now, decades later, Disney has become far more affirmative in their support of bedroom and lifestyle preferences. Rapidly the company has moved towards full-on-celebrations of the sociopolitical affiliation known as “LGBTQIA+”. For those of you unaware, that’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual, and more. At this point, there are so many categories included, and the undefined “and more,” that the acronym is largely seen as being a statement of world view rather than orientation declaration.
Also, it does seem odd that in the photo released for the event, every character on there is apparently part of a heterosexual coupling.
Here’s the press release:
During Pride Month in June, Disneyland After Dark will bring the first-ever Pride Nite for two evenings at Disneyland Resort!
Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite is a separately ticketed event which celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community and allies, and will be held on June 13 and 15, 2023, inside Disneyland park. This after-hours event includes themed entertainment, Disney characters, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, specialty menu items, event merchandise and more! It begins with a three-hour pre-party mix-in from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. PT, then the private party runs from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. PT, when guests can ride some popular attractions after regular park hours.* A theme park reservation is not required.
In addition to the special offerings during this event, guests will receive unlimited digital downloads of Disney PhotoPass photos** taken during the party, along with commemorative keepsakes including a souvenir credential and event guide map.
Here are the exciting details!
Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite
June 13 & 15 2023 at Disneyland Park
- Celebrate at the Pride Nite Cavalcade featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Clarabelle, Donald, Daisy and Goofy dressed in special attire as they make their way through the heart of Disneyland park down Main Street, U.S.A.!
- Join Stitch at the Ohana Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace, where a DJ will be spinning great tunes with joyful energy at a dance party that celebrates “ohana” – family!
- The Pride Nite Dance Club will come alive along the Rivers of America, inviting everyone to dance and enjoy music under the stars.
- Kick up your heels with country line dancing at the Golden Horseshoe!
- Picture yourself in fun photo backdrops with inspirational messages or Disney characters and enjoy unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads.**
- Enjoy after-hours access to iconic Disneyland attractions such as Haunted Mansion, Indiana Jones Adventure and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, usually with shorter wait times.
- Nibble the night away with savory snacks and sweets specially made for the party such as the Chocolate Almond Churro at New Orleans Square, Spiced Beef Potato Loaded Bites at Red Rose Taverne, a Berry Cheesecake Funnel Cake at Stage Door Cafe or a Grapefruit Lemonade Soda at Galactic Grill, to name a few!
A limited number of these Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite tickets will go on pre-sale for Magic Key holders beginning April 18, 2023 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT) and to the general public on April 20, 2023 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), on Disneyland.com, subject to availability.*
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