Disneyland has now been open for nearly 70 years. Opening day was July 17, 1955, and the park has gone through major changes since then. The opening 10 weeks saw a million visitors in the park ...

Thousands took to the streets of Disneyland on its opening day on July 17, 1955. With all the wonder and whimsy came a slew of problems for the amusement park. Take a look back at Disneyland from c… ...

Disneyland's Opening Day Was Almost a Disaster: Looking Back at the Park's Little-Known Bumpy Ride. The Happiest Place on Earth has come a long way since its chaotic debut in 1955.

Today is a magical day for all kids and kids at heart as Disneyland turns 60. To celebrate the birthday of the “the Happiest Place on Earth,” Disneyland Resort’s official Twitter page shared ...

Here's What Opening Day Looked Like in 1955 Published July 16, 2019 • Updated on July 17, 2020 at 1:09 pm Turn back the clock on a Southern California favorite and see what Disneyland actually ...

On this day 69 years ago – July 17, 1955 – they all showed up. So did 15,000 uninvited guests. After a year of speedy construction, Disneyland was ready to open its gates to VIPs.

Disneyland’s opening day, July 17, 1955, was a nightmare. Rides broke down. Restaurants ran out of food and drink, and a plumbers’ strike meant drinking fountains were in short supply.

Dee Kolafa celebrated her 100th birthday at Disneyland — nearly 70 years after she attended the amusement park's grand opening in 1955. "I was a little surprised myself, that I woke up, to tell ...

Grandma Who Attended Disneyland's 1955 Opening Returns to Celebrate 100th Birthday Dee Kolafa returned to the park last week — along with her extended family — to celebrate her big day, eat ...

Disneyland’s opening day was supposed to be an exclusive affair. Movie stars and California’s governor were invited to check out the attractions alongside Walt Disney. On this day 69 years ago ...