Sleeping Beauty
noun
: a princess of a fairy tale who is wakened from an enchanted sleep by the kiss of a prince
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These venues include: Magnolia Park Gazebo, immersed in New Orleans Square by Tiana’s Palace; Magnolia Park Terrace, just steps away from the eerie Haunted Mansion attraction; and Fantasy Faire Garden, set in the tranquil shadow of Sleeping Beauty Castle.
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Emily Strohm, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025
The experience is particularly special during the holiday season, with Sleeping Beauty’s Castle lit up with Christmas lights and decorated with icicles.
—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2025
The in-game island features a replica 70th anniversary sculpture inspired by Sleeping Beauty Castle, as well as musical touches and skyline nods to iconic Disneyland Resort landmarks.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
Players will start Disneyland Game Rush in a 70th anniversary celebration hub with an abstract replica of Sleeping Beauty Castle.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Nov. 2025
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Emily Strohm, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025
The experience is particularly special during the holiday season, with Sleeping Beauty’s Castle lit up with Christmas lights and decorated with icicles.
—Mae Hamilton, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2025
The in-game island features a replica 70th anniversary sculpture inspired by Sleeping Beauty Castle, as well as musical touches and skyline nods to iconic Disneyland Resort landmarks.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
Players will start Disneyland Game Rush in a 70th anniversary celebration hub with an abstract replica of Sleeping Beauty Castle.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Nov. 2025
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“Sleeping Beauty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Sleeping%20Beauty. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.
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