“What’s this? What’s this?” The familiar tune rings again as Halloween Time descends upon the Disneyland Resort! Beginning September 1st and haunting through to Halloween, the Resort brims with mischief and wonder. While many spooktacular events and sights ensnare guests during this season, none quite capture the imagination like Haunted Mansion Holiday. Previously, our MiceShots captured the Haunted Mansion’s classic charm, but Jack Skellington’s mischievous touch renders it almost unrecognizable. Join us to see just how the Pumpkin King and his motley crew have turned our world around this year, and discover a hidden surprise they’ve tucked away!
Haunted Mansion Holiday:
Way back in October of 2001, the Haunted Mansion first met Jack’s visionary dream, a glorious mesh of Halloween chills and Christmas cheer. The Pumpkin King has since faithfully returned each year, making Christmas in his own unique style. Each year brings its own new wonders. From the ever-changing gingerbread house gracing the banquet scene to this year’s heartwarming tribute to the legendary Rolly Crump, there’s always a new surprise waiting just around the corner. So hop into your Doombuggy, and let’s “kidnap the Sandy Claws” as we embark on a slow journey through the mesmerizing halls and graveyards of New Orleans Square’s most enchanting attraction!
‘Twas a long time ago
Longer now than it seems
In a place that perhaps
That you’ve seen in your dreams.
For the story that you are about to be told
Began with the holiday worlds of old.
I know you’re curious
To see what’s inside.
It’s what happens
When two holidays collide.
Our holiday tale, is a tale that’s quite charming
But during this season, it’s sometimes alarming.
So relax and reflect, feel free to take pause
While we tell you the tale about dear Sandy Claws
Happy holidays everyone!
Now hurry along
As they say, “Look alive.”
This is one holiday you will want to survive.
Jack Skellington came here from Halloween Town,
You’ll notice his handiwork scattered around.
This year he’s decided to play “Sandy Claws,”
But when Halloween creates Christmas you might see some flaws.
And now a dark carriage will take you away,
Sit back, rest in peace in you black Christmas sleigh.
Your sleigh will accommodate one or two or more
We’re hope you’re prepared for what Jack has in store.
More rapid than vultures, the Mansion was changed,
All was soon covered, adorned and deranged.
And what to your wondering eyes disappears,
It’s Jack’s little friend Zero – the Ghost Dog Reindeer!
Nothing here was forgotten, it all looks so pleasant,
A coffin, Jack says, makes a fine Christmas present.
A man-eating plant makes a wonderful wreath
As long as you don’t get caught in its teeth.
On the Thirteenth day of Christmas, My Ghoul love gave to me:
13 Rings of Power, Embracing Strenght that never ends.
This year’s gingerbread scene features a merry mausoleum inhabited by the ghost of Von Ginger. And this specter comes bearing fruitcake! These gingerbread houses are always a spectacle to see with moving elements, special lighting, and an imaginative theme.
This year, a special tribute was added to the attic scene. Look to the left as you approach the tail of the snake and you will see a miniature Candleman figure sitting on the blue and yellow box. This is an homage to Disney Imagineering legend Rolly Crump. He created the Candleman to be a part of a proposed Museum of the Weird, an attraction that never quite got off the ground. As a memorial to Rolly, a tag was placed with the figure that reads “Rolly” (good luck seeing that note without a powerful zoom!).
Even the Hatbox Ghost is showing a little festive spirit. His hat is decked out with some holiday decorations.
“Sandy Claws” worked his magic, both outside and in,
But one final touch made his bony face grin.
“Now what better gift on my friends to bestow,
Than a graveyard that’s covered in ghostly white snow!”
Oogie Boogie’s got some tricks and treats in store for you…
The Hitchhiking Ghosts are out on vacation right now, so you’ll be haunted by Lock, Shock, and Barrel before exiting your doom buggy.
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Let’s Hear From You
Thanks for spiriting away with us on this ghoulishly festive journey through the whimsical Haunted Mansion Holiday. Every MiceShots article aims to whisk you off to another corner of the Disneyland Resort, and we’re simply itching to tell you more. So, keep those eyes peeled (and not in the Dr. Finkelstein way) for our next eerie escapade next week!
Now, what say you about Jack’s takeover of our beloved Mansion? Too soon? Just in the nick of time? Or perhaps you wish he’d wait a tad longer? And, fellow ghouls and goblins, have you caught a glimpse of that elusive Candleman figurine? Or perhaps there’s been a gingerbread creation that’s caught your eye over the haunts of yesteryears? Spill your spooky thoughts in the comments below! We’re always dying to hear from you.
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