There’s a seemingly magical touch to Disney Parks, where every detail is meticulously planned, from the sweet scent of beignets wafting through Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to the iconic paint colors that subtly blend into the surroundings. A dazzling secret lies in the paint hues dubbed “Go Away Green” and “Go Away Blue,” used strategically to help these bustling parks at Disneyland and Walt Disney World hide in plain sight.
As it turns out, this clever use of color is no accident. John Hench, a longtime Disney designer, revealed the significance of these shades in his book *Designing Disney*. Hench described how these colors help minimize visual distractions, allowing for a seamless thematic experience. For instance, trash cans, metal boxes, and even the exclusive entrance to Club 33 often wear the inconspicuous shade of Go Away Green, blending perfectly into the landscape and ensuring these necessities don’t catch the eye of an eager parkgoer.
Interestingly, Disney’s attention to detail extends even to the skies above. While Go Away Green keeps ground-level distractions at bay, Go Away Blue, a less commonly known yet equally vital color, is used to merge structures seamlessly with the sky. The shade subtly differs between Disneyland and Walt Disney World due to the unique atmospheric conditions in California and Florida, ensuring the illusion remains flawless at each location.
But Go Away Green and Blue are not the only neutral tones in the Disney arsenal. Various other nondescript hues are sometimes deployed to blend essential yet anachronistic structures, such as safety railings in historically themed areas like Colonial Williamsburg, ensuring they don’t disrupt the period accuracy.
This artistic mastery of visual trickery is perhaps best observed on the oft-overlooked trash cans throughout the parks. While some themed areas like Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land boast uniquely styled bins, the more mundane sections are dappled with Go Away Green, subtly maintaining the enchanting scenery. This thoughtful concealment even invites an intriguing scavenger hunt — the next time you’re exploring Tom Sawyer Island, see if you can spot where Go Away Green is at play before the location gets its rumored facelift.
Have you ever noticed these colors blending with the dazzling landscape of Disney Parks? Share your thoughts in the comments and tell us about other hidden Disney secrets you’ve discovered. Feel free to share this story and spark a conversation among fellow Disney enthusiasts!
Source: [Jessica Rawden](https://www.cinemablend.com/theme-parks/cool-fact-disneyland-disney-world-go-away-green-trash-can-attractions)
