07/17/2023
On this day in history, one of the world’s most famous theme parks opened in Anaheim, California 💡 That’s right, on July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened to the public!
While the parks run pretty smoothly now, you may be surprised to learn that the opening day was a disaster. Thousands of fake invitations were sent out, and Disneyland wasn’t ready for the massive crowds that showed up.
But this early snafu didn’t stop Disneyland from achieving worldwide success. Over the years, Disney parks have made their home in Florida, Tokyo, Paris, and Hong Kong – and there are plenty of loyal fans who will gladly tell you it’s the happiest place on earth.
Are you a fan of Disney parks? Drop a ✨or one of your favorite Disney pics in the comments if so!