If you’ve been enjoying our recent Disney Make-A-Wish stories, here’s another one to warm your heart. Recently, the Avengers assembled at Disney California Adventure for an epic surprise!
Make-A-Wish
At the ripe age of 3 years old, Colton is already an Avengers fan. So, he was thrilled to learn that he might have the chance to meet his favorite Super Hero, Iron Man at the Disneyland Resort, earlier in the year.
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He got all dressed up in his very own Iron Man costume, for his special visit to Disney California Adventure. His family asked if it would be possible for Colton to meet his hero at Avengers Campus.
Colton’s story touched the hearts of Cast Members on staff that day. The toddler was born without an immune system and was only able to take the magical trip because of a bone marrow transplant that saved his life.
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Cast Members sprung into action, sprinkling some extra Disney magic into Colton’s day. They set up a time for the family to visit Avengers Campus.
Avengers Assemble
Colton was excited to meet Iron Man, but didn’t realize he’d be treated to some other, epic Super Hero encounters as well. Black Panther came out first, surrounded by the Dora Milaje!
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Gamora and Doctor Strange entered next, much to Colton’s surprise. Even Ant-Man made an appearance!
Disneyland saved the best for last, with Colton’s favorite Avenger, Iron Man making an epic finale. Colton’s mom got teary-eyed as she stared at the matching duo, exclaiming, “It’s like looking into a mirror!”
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A PhotoPass photographer was on hand to capture the moment, as Colton became an honorary Super Hero. His mom shares, “He truly believes with his entire heart and soul that he is now one of them because of the special time and attention they gave him.”
She adds, “It was just a moment for them, but it was truly life-changing for him.” A Cast Member sums up the heartwarming experience perfectly, stating, “This is what we can do here at the Disneyland Resort. This is a moment that will stay with Colton and his family forever.”
Image Credit: Ty Popko/Disneyland Resort
What an epic surprise for one deserving Make-A-Wish kid, as Avengers assemble for the worthiest of causes at Disney California Adventure!
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