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What to Film

Updated daily at 6:15 AM PT

Dustin’s Weekend Content Responsibilities

*Updated: April 13, 2026, 6:15 AM PT*

This is the live filming brief for Dustin. Focus: Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Priority This Week

1) Disneyland: Disney Channel Nite Night 2 is TOMORROW — high urgency

Official dates: ~~April 12~~ (done), April 14 (tomorrow), and April 16, 2026. Two nights remain.

Event hours: Enter as early as 6pm. Park closes to general public at 8pm. Event runs 9pm–1am.

Tickets: Start at $159. Check availability for April 14 and 16.

NEW in 2026 — Penny Proud made her Disneyland resort debut on Night 1. Joins Kim Possible, Lilo & Stitch, Goofy & Max, and rare characters from previous years. Still available on remaining nights.

Entertainment lineup:

High School Musical – ZOMBIES Pep Rally (new mash-up show)

DescenDANCE along the Rivers of America (Descendants VK Dancers)

Disney Channel Rocks concert-style show

Camp Rock Sing-Along at the Golden Horseshoe

New food 2026:

Ice Cream Taco at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor (folded waffle cone, chocolate ice cream, strawberry bits, cream drizzle)

Plus returning favorites and limited-edition snacks across multiple locations

Attractions closed during event: Jungle Cruise, Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters

Why it matters: X is buzzing right now. Fan cosplay (Club Penguin crochet plushies, Descendants-inspired outfits) is already being documented. Penny Proud debut is a hard news peg.

What to film:

Penny Proud meet-and-greet line — first-ever at Disneyland

Fan costumes and outfit reactions — DIY and creative builds are the standout clips

Crowd moments tied to recognizable Disney Channel music (DescenDANCE, HSM/ZOMBIES pep rally)

Ice Cream Taco at Gibson Girl — quick verdict

Character meet-and-greet lines

Any Disney Channel IP signage or photo ops in park

Best format:

“Penny Proud just made her Disneyland debut at Disney Channel Nite and I was there”

“if you grew up on Disney Channel, this event was built for you”

“3 things actually worth filming at Disney Channel Nite”

“the costumes at Disney Channel Nite are something else”

Keep it nostalgia-first, not logistics-first. Fan POV beats explainer.

Note: April 14 (tomorrow) and April 16 are the remaining nights. Night 1 content from April 12 can still be posted — recency window is still open.

2) Disneyland: Star Wars novelties drop April 28 — start the buildup now

Official drop date: April 28, 2026 (15 days away).

Also on April 28: Hyperspace Mountain returns — Space Mountain gets its Star Wars overlay for the Star Wars Nite season. Great visual.

April 29: Galaxy’s Edge timeline expansion kicks in, adding original trilogy eras, legacy characters, and classic John Williams music throughout Black Spire Outpost.

Full novelty lineup dropping April 28:

Salvaged Protocol Droid Bucket — light-up eyes, worn/scrappy droid look resembling C-3PO in disassembly. Available at Star Trader, Galactic Grill mobile order, Alien Pizza Planet, Kat Saka’s Kettle, Galaxy’s Edge beverage carts. Limit 2 per person.

Bantha Sipper — unveiled at Destination D23. Shaggy coat, spiraling horns, built-in sound effects. Available at Milk Stand, Galactic Grill, Alien Pizza Planet, Tomorrowland Fruit Cart. Limit 2 per person.

Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader Lightsaber Swizzle Sticks — rechargeable, served submerged in sodas or slushies. Green (Luke) or red (Vader). Available at Galactic Grill, Ronto Roasters, Milk Stand, Docking Bay 7. Limit 2 per person.

DJ R-3X Ceramic Mug — Oga’s Cantina exclusive. Collector’s piece. Limit 2 per person.

Jabba’s Sail Barge Bucket — drops May 4. Light-up elements, hidden characters. Deep-cut pick for Return of the Jedi fans.

May 22: New Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run mission debuts, tied directly to The Mandalorian & Grogu film release on the same day. New locations: Bespin, Coruscant, Tatooine, Endor. Engineer role also getting improvements.

Star Wars Nite dates: April 28, 30; May 4, 6.

Note: April 28 still has tickets. April 30, May 4, May 6 are sold out.

What to prep now (before April 28):

Galaxy’s Edge atmosphere clips

“Star Wars merch is about to go crazy at Disneyland” hype post

Any current collectibles visible in park (Tauntaun bucket, Yoda tumbler) as comparison setup

“what I’d buy first on April 28” prediction format

What to film on April 28:

Hyperspace Mountain projection/overlay on Space Mountain exterior — strong visual

Protocol Droid bucket with light-up eyes — close macro shot

Bantha Sipper sound effect moment

Lightsaber swizzle stick in a glowing drink

Oga’s Cantina for the DJ R-3X mug reveal

Best format:

“Star Wars just dropped the best Disneyland collectibles I’ve seen in years”

“the 3 Star Wars novelties I’d actually buy at Disneyland right now”

Reaction-first, collectible in hand, verdict on screen

3) DCA: Monsters Inc. Scream Canister Bucket is new — grab it before it’s gone

Official status: The Monsters Inc. Scream Canister Bucket launched at DCA on April 9, available at select locations while supplies last.

Why it matters: This is a fresh drop with no set end date and a “while supplies last” disclaimer. It will sell out. Short window for this specific clip.

What to film:

Bucket close-up

Quick one-sentence verdict

Any Monsters Inc. tie-in visuals in the park

Best format:

“this DCA bucket is already selling out” urgency hook

Stack it with another park item into a “best DCA novelty right now” comparison

4) DCA: Food & Wine is entering final stretch — urgency framing is your angle now

Official timing: Ends April 27, 2026 (14 days left).

What is live now: Eight festival marketplaces, Sip and Savor push, celebrity chef demos on weekends, daily entertainment, and Soarin’ Over California still in the park.

Best content angles now:

“you have 14 days left” framing — leads every post from now on

3-best-items ranking

1 overrated item, 1 underrated item

Best use of Sip and Savor credits before it ends

Specific official menu items worth filming first:

Carbonara Pizzetta

Chicharrón Nachos

Ramen Mac & Cheese

Pandan Latte Churro

Sirloin Gruyère Mac & Cheese

Note on Soarin’: Soarin’ Over California is the current version. Soarin’ Across America debuts July 2, 2026 — if you want a “last chance for Soarin’ Over California” angle, the clock is ticking.

Best format:

“DCA Food & Wine ends in 14 days, here’s what I’d still get”

“don’t waste your last Sip and Savor credits on this”

5) Disneyland: Bluey is still the cleanest viral family play in Anaheim

Official status: “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” opened March 22, 2026 at Fantasyland Theatre. Still running.

Why it matters: Family hook with a massive IP. Kid reactions beat polished narration every time on this one.

What to film:

First-second hook: “Bluey is still at Disneyland and kids are losing it”

Bluey and Bingo stage moments

Kids dancing, parents filming, real crowd reaction

Troubadour Tavern Bluey food if available

Bluey Sipper or Bluey popcorn bucket closeup if in stock

Best format:

10-18 second vertical reel

Minimal talking, heavy on visuals and on-screen text

End on a reaction question: “would your kid lose it for this?”

6) Universal Hollywood: Super Mario Galaxy Movie = Super Nintendo World tie-in right now

Film status: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie opened April 3-5, 2026 with $190.8M domestic and $372.6M global — the biggest opening of 2026 so far. Still in theaters and driving traffic.

Why it matters for Dustin: Super Nintendo World at USH is the direct real-world extension of this film. The film brought in millennial parents AND kids (28% under 12, 35% aged 18-34). That is the exact audience watching Dustin’s content. LA Times ran a full feature on it this week.

Best angles right now:

“Super Mario Galaxy just had the biggest opening weekend of 2026 and Universal Hollywood has the land”

Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge with “just saw the movie” hook

Yoshi encounter in Super Nintendo World — tie directly to Yoshi’s expanded role in the film

“if you’re seeing Super Mario Galaxy this week, go to Super Nintendo World after”

Fan Fest Nights adds to this: The Colorful Yoshi Celebration during Fan Fest Nights (April 23+) directly layers onto the film momentum.

This is a limited window. Film momentum peaks in the first 2-4 weeks. Act now.

7) Universal Hollywood: Wizarding World turns 10 this week

Official status: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood opened April 7, 2016. The 10-year anniversary just hit this week.

Why it matters: Nostalgia bait with a hard number attached. “10 years” is a peg that travels. Feeds directly into Fan Fest Nights hype building.

What to film:

Hogsmeade establishing shots with an anniversary hook

Butterbeer order with “10 years later and I still come back for this” framing

Hogwarts castle approach shot

Best format:

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Hollywood just turned 10”

“10 years of Butterbeer at Universal Hollywood, here’s the one I keep coming back to”

Keep it tight — 1 hook, 1 visual, 1 verdict

8) Universal Hollywood: Fan Fest Nights starts April 23 — pre-hype window is now

Official event window: April 23-25, May 1-3, 7-9, 14-16, 2026 (12 nights total, opens in 10 days). Separately ticketed after-hours event. Tickets from $74 (GA) to $350 (VIP).

Full official lineup:

Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot — guests tram to the actual backlot filming locations (Little Europe, Court of Miracles from Frankenstein 1931 and The Wolf Man 1941). Walk-through mystery with Frankenstein, Dracula, Bride of Frankenstein, Wolf Man. Buggy-style surprise factor.

ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show — live 20-minute show at WaterWorld venue, Buggy makes his official event debut, Luffy’s Meat on the Bone food item at Hollywood & Dine. Anime fans will film this extensively.

Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff — guided walk-through with a 20-foot Hippogriff puppet. New magical creatures never before seen at USH. Cast spells to help the Hippogriff.

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe — CG anime short film in DreamWorks Theatre. Japanese with English subtitles. First Sailor Moon experience ever at USH. Originally from Universal Studios Japan Cool Japan event.

Super Nintendo World: Colorful Yoshi Celebration — 5 colored Yoshis (green, light blue, pink, yellow, purple), new puzzle activity with a secret photo op payoff. Layers directly onto Super Mario Galaxy film buzz.

D&D: Secrets of Waterdeep — returning with enhancements and a refreshed bar menu. Xanathar creature built by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.

What to prep now:

Franchise-specific preview posts (ONE PIECE, Harry Potter, Nintendo, D&D each get their own angle)

“what will actually go viral at Fan Fest Nights” prediction video

Butterbeer and Hogsmeade tie-in to the WWOHP 10th anniversary and Forbidden Forest experience

Super Mario tie-in (film + Yoshi Celebration = two hooks in one)

What to film once there:

Tram ride to the backlot for the Scooby-Doo experience (cinematic)

Luffy’s Meat on the Bone food reveal

Hippogriff puppet finale if possible

Yoshi hunt across Super Nintendo World — multi-colored Yoshi reveal shots

Sailor Moon theater (anime fans will pack this)

Cosplay reactions (anime fans will show up in full gear)

Best format:

“Universal’s best event for video this spring is Fan Fest Nights, and here’s why”

“the ONE PIECE show at Universal is going to break the internet”

Pick one fandom per video — franchise-first beats generic event explainer

9) Universal Hollywood: Butterbeer Season is still easy snack content

Official timing: March 1 to May 31, 2026.

Current angle: Layer it with the WWOHP 10th anniversary hook now for a stronger peg.

Best items:

Butterbeer Waffle

Butterbeer Cream Puff

Quick ranking: Butterbeer Waffle vs. classic hot/cold/frozen Butterbeer

Best format:

“Universal’s best spring snack is this”

“10 years of Butterbeer and this is still the one I’d order first”

What Is Trending Right Now

Disneyland trends to lean into

1. Disney Channel Nite nostalgia — Night 1 done, two nights remain (April 14, 16)

Penny Proud Disneyland debut was Night 1. Content from last night is still fresh — post it today.

Fan cosplay content from April 12 travels well. This is the clip, not the logistics.

Disney Channel IP moments, character lines, fan outfits still valid for Night 2.

2. Star Wars novelty anticipation

The April 28 drop is all over Star Wars blogs and Disney fan sites.

Buildup content will get views now AND on drop day.

Hyperspace Mountain returns April 28 — visual hook even before the merch drops.

3. Galaxy’s Edge timeline expansion (April 29)

End of April, the land adds original trilogy eras, legacy characters, John Williams music.

This is bigger than just new merch — it’s a meaningful change to Galaxy’s Edge storytelling.

4. 70th celebration visuals still matter

Runs through August 9, 2026. Quick tie-ins with 70th entertainment still have reach.

DCA trends to lean into

1. Food & Wine urgency — “last chance” framing starts now

Every post from now until April 27 should mention the closing date.

2. Monsters Inc. bucket scarcity

“While supplies last” = natural urgency hook.

3. Festival atmosphere as spring content

Wide shots of the booths and spring crowds are strong visual filler.

Universal Hollywood trends to lean into

1. Super Mario Galaxy Movie is #1 at the box office right now

$190.8M domestic opening, biggest of 2026. Super Nintendo World at USH is the direct tie-in.

“The movie was great, now go to the actual land” content format is working.

This window closes fast — act in the next 2-3 weeks.

2. WWOHP 10-year anniversary

Hard number, clean nostalgia angle, directly leads into Fan Fest Nights Harry Potter experience.

3. Fan Fest pre-hype

ONE PIECE and Scooby-Doo x Universal Monsters are the two clips that will travel the most.

Sailor Moon will blow up with anime accounts.

4. Butterbeer with anniversary framing

Gives a repeat content piece a fresh angle.

Trending films with park tie-ins

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Viral Formats Dustin Should Film

Format 1: The one-thing hook

Use when there is one obvious visual.

“the one thing families are stopping for at Disneyland right now”

“the one snack actually worth buying at Universal right now”

Format 2: Saves and skips

Use for food, events, and merch.

“3 things worth your money at DCA Food & Wine before it ends”

“1 thing to skip, 2 things to get”

Format 3: Fast reaction POV

Works best for first bites, first looks, first reveal shots.

Walk up

Reveal

Reaction in under 3 seconds

Verdict on screen

Format 4: Nostalgia bait

Best for Disney Channel Nite, Soarin’, WWOHP 10th anniversary, and 70th entertainment.

“if you grew up on Disney Channel, this one is for you”

“10 years of Butterbeer at Universal Hollywood”

Format 5: Fan cosplay and crowd energy

Best for Disney Channel Nite.

Show what fans are wearing, not what Disney is selling

DIY and creative builds outperform polished outfits on camera

“the costumes at Disney Channel Nite are something else”

Format 6: Collectible drop day format

Best for Star Wars novelty launch on April 28.

Collectible in hand within the first 2 seconds

Light-up or interactive feature demo

Quick verdict: worth it or skip

End with what sold out last time as a callout

Format 7: Opinion-led ranking

Best for festival food and Universal snacks.

Top 3

Worst 1

Most overrated

Most likely to sell out

Format 8: Franchise-first event explainer

Best for Fan Fest Nights.

Pick one fandom per video

Give 2-3 reasons fans should care

End with one clear verdict

Format 9: Film-to-park bridge

Best for Super Mario Galaxy + Super Nintendo World right now.

“just saw [film], now I’m at [park land]”

Parallel the film moment to the real-world attraction

Works best within 2 weeks of opening weekend

Shoot List for This Weekend

Tomorrow Night (Disney Channel Nite Night 2 — April 14)

Penny Proud meet-and-greet — still the clip. Post Night 1 content today; film more on Night 2.

Fan costumes on arrival and throughout the night

Character meet-and-greet lines and character moments

DescenDANCE or HSM/ZOMBIES Pep Rally crowd moments

Ice Cream Taco at Gibson Girl — quick verdict

Crowd sing-along or dance moment

Any recognizable Disney Channel IP signage or photo ops

General crowd energy and atmosphere

Disneyland (daytime)

Galaxy’s Edge atmosphere clips for Star Wars buildup

Tauntaun bucket or current Star Wars collectible as a “before April 28” reference

Bluey theater wide shot if possible

Bluey and Bingo performance moments

Any clean 70th celebration visuals

DCA

3 strongest Food & Wine dishes with urgency framing

1 dish Dustin would not buy again

Monsters Inc. Scream Canister Bucket if still available

Soarin’ Over California marquee shot (last weeks before Soarin’ Across America in July)

Festival booth signage and plated food closeups

“last 14 days” framing in captions for everything here

Universal Hollywood

Super Nintendo World — Mario Kart, Yoshi photo op, “the movie just opened” hook

Hogsmeade establishing shots with WWOHP 10th anniversary hook

Butterbeer order with 10-year framing

Any Fan Fest Nights promo signage in park or CityWalk

Butterbeer Waffle and/or Cream Puff

Post Ideas To Prioritize

1. “Penny Proud just made her Disneyland debut at Disney Channel Nite and I was there” — hard news peg, film tonight

2. “the one DCA food item you need before Food & Wine ends in 14 days” — urgency framing

3. “Disneyland is dropping the best Star Wars merch I’ve seen in years on April 28” — buildup post

4. “Super Mario Galaxy is #1 at the box office and the land at Universal Hollywood is next level” — film-to-park bridge, time-sensitive

5. “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Hollywood just turned 10” — nostalgia peg, film this weekend

6. “Bluey is still at Disneyland and kids are losing it” — ongoing family hook

7. “this DCA Monsters Inc. bucket is selling out fast” — scarcity angle

8. “the ONE PIECE show at Universal Fan Fest Nights is going to go viral” — Fan Fest pre-hype, post now

9. “the costumes at Disney Channel Nite are something else” — fan cosplay angle

Event Calendar at a Glance

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| May 6 | Star Wars Nite Night 4 | Disneyland | — |

| May 22 | The Mandalorian & Grogu in theaters + new Falcon mission debuts | Disneyland | — |

| July 2 | Soarin’ Across America debuts (replaces Soarin’ Over California) | DCA | — |

Source Notes

Checked against Disney Parks Blog, Universal Discover Blog, WDWNT, MickeyVisit, MickeyBlog, UnderCoverTourist, LaughingPlace, DAPSMagic, MousePlanet, GeekTyrant, The Wrap, Fox LA, LA Times, Screen Rant, and Wall Street Horizon. Blogwatcher scan on April 13, 2026 (no new unread articles). Web search conducted April 13, 2026. All event dates, lineups, and film figures sourced from official Disney/Universal announcements and verified news outlets. Super Mario Galaxy Movie box office figures from LA Times April 7, 2026. Hoppers (Pixar) box office figures from Axios April 2026.