This Week in Disney History: August 19-25, 2019

There’s always a great, big, beautiful tomorrow at The Walt Disney Company, because every day is tied to a milestone in the heritage and rich history of a company that has been entertaining millions of people every year. Published every week, this interesting series features highlights from all the divisions of The Walt Disney Company. Let's see what happened this week:

This week “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular” celebrates 30 years!

On August 25, 1989, “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular” had its grand opening at Disney-MGM Studios now Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Thrilling stunts and special effects are presented by a trained cast, aided by a few volunteers from the audience, on a gigantic movie set.

Aug. 19 

2011 – The second D23 Expo begins in Anaheim, California

Aug. 20 

1928 – “Hot Dog,” the final Oswald the Lucky Rabbit short produced by Disney, debuts

Aug. 21 

1992 – Asia’s first Disney Store opens in Yokohama, Japan

Aug. 22 

1987 – The Grand Lobby Tower was raised from the ground to its final location atop Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Aug. 23 

1999 – Hollywood Scoops, an ice cream shop, opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Aug. 24

1989 – Ewok Village opened at the entrance to the Star Toursattraction in Disney-MGM Studios (now Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort)

Aug. 25

1985 – Disneyland Park welcomes its 250 millionth Guest

1989 – Grand opening of “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular” at Walt Disney World Resort

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