Originally Posted By misty2 I have never seen the flag retreat - can anyone tell me about it? I assume it takes place on Main Street? Thanks!
Originally Posted By trekkeruss It takes place in Town Square. The Flag Retreat is just one of extras that makes Disneyland special. Not a must-see; indeed I am sure the vast majority of visitors have no idea DL does such a thing since most guests are deep within the park in the afternoon. But it's very patriotic and enjoyable. Video here if you care to look: <a href="http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=878508551849672544" target="_blank">http://video.google.com/videop lay?docid=878508551849672544</a>
Originally Posted By SuzieQ I'd call it a must-see! Check your daily schedule and the time will be listed. It is a formal flag retreat. When I watched it in January, the Dapper Dans sang as part of the ceremony. Really, really wonderful.
Originally Posted By kaoden39 I have always wanted to see the flag retreat. Thank you I intend to see it this March. My oldest DD wants to play the tuba or the trumpet in the band now. She is my self proclaimed bandgeek.
Originally Posted By Hound The flag retreat is very moving. Don't miss it. I try to catch it at least once during each trip.
Originally Posted By DlandDug Flag Retreat varies somewhat with the season and day of the week. Check at City Hall for the exact time each day. Sometimes you will see a full band, other times strictly recorded music. The Disneyland Band, or All American College Band (in season) may play. I have never seen the Dapper Dans perform, but I am sure they have. Lately, there has been participation by children and veterans. If you have a veteran in your group, inquire. They may be asked to stand up to represent their branch of the service. The cast members who conduct Flag Retreat always do so with utmost respect and reverence. It's a moving ceremony, and I do highly recommend it.
Originally Posted By SuzieQ The Dapper Dans performed the first week of December and on January 4th, for sure. Because I was standing there watching and listening to them. At the start of the ceremony, they asked for all veterans to identify themselves. Again, the time is listed on the daily schedule you can pick up at the front gate or from any janitorial CM.
Originally Posted By retlawfan I'd call it a must see also. It is one of those things that makes Disneyland unique. Patriotic and moving. Don't miss it.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros I caught it out of chance on September 30 just out of chance when we were headed over to DCA for a while. We stopped to watch it since neither my cousin nor I had seen it before. My cousin is very patriotic and absolutely loved it, and she was really surprised that she had never heard of it before since it's done every day. I'm not sure if I would call it a must see, but it definately adds a whole new layer to the DL experience that can't be found any where else in the park.
Originally Posted By cstephens If you go here: <a href="http://www.colddeadfish.net/dlr/dlr10223106tr.html" target="_blank">http://www.colddeadfish.net/dl r/dlr10223106tr.html</a> and scroll about half-way down the October 22 report, you'll see a number of pictures of flag retreat that I posted. We try to catch flag retreat when we can. Definitely one of the smaller things in the park that many people don't know about that's worth catching. /cs
Originally Posted By RAM1984 I truly enjoy the flag retreat. The last time I saw it there was a man behind me explaining to his son what was going on and why. I turned around and thanked him and told the boy he was very lucky to have a father who is teaching him flag etiquette. After the ceremony I got to as many of the veterans as I could and said, "Thank you." One of my dearest friends is 76 and served in the Army for 28 years. We were supposed to be taking her to Disneyland this month but sadly she broke her arm and we have had to postpone. I so wanted to make sure she got to be recognized at the flag retreat. It would mean so much to her. She loves Disneyland and I know for her it would definately be a must see.
Originally Posted By alexbook RAM1984: I'm not sure if I ever thanked you for introducing me to the Flag Retreat. I've caught it a few times since, and I've been telling other people about it, too. Glad to see this thread to spread the news.
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb My hubby and I used to watch this all the time. I seemed to have a lot more of these small quiet Disney moments back when I used to go to Disneyland with him, not so much now I'm going with our son instead.
Originally Posted By RAM1984 I thought about you, Alex, when I saw this thread. It was so neat that we happened to run into each other again at that time. So glad you enjoyed it; and yes, we should spread the word.
Originally Posted By momofbuzzfan Approximately what time of day is it? Late afternoon? I really want to watch this next time. Thanks!
Originally Posted By kaoden39 Well, I know from the schedule online that during the week of March12-16 it is at 4:30.
Originally Posted By SoThisIsLove I am so grateful for moments like these (Flag Retreat; being on a base and stopping at retreat and facing the flag no matter where it is....) Gee, I love my country. Thanks, Disney, for keeping up the traditions of our country. And thanks to all good friends from all countries around the world who come to celebrate with our young country.
Originally Posted By RAM1984 The time is posted in the daily schedule. It is also announced over the PA but with all the things going on, that is easy to miss.
Originally Posted By Grumpy Pete We caught the Flag retirement ceremony coming back from DCA. The Dapper Dans were very good and appropriate in their program. Everyone was quiet and respectful. The color guard did a very good job in retrieving the Colors and properly folding them in the triangle shape. One thing did surprise me, though. They fold also folded the California State Flag in the triangle. I have never seen a flag other than the U.S. Flag folded in this manner in the military or anywhere else. Anyone know if this is correct? Incorrect? I am curious since this was a first for this VN Vet.
