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Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration Kick Off
May 16 All day
The anticipation is building, the pixie dust is practically shimmering in the air – Disneyland’s spectacular 70th Anniversary celebration is just around the corner, officially kicking off on May 16, 2025, and extending its magical run throughout the summer of 2026!
Get ready to step into a world transformed! We can expect the entire Disneyland Resort to be decked out in vibrant Anniversary Décor, with colorful banners, festive bunting, and stunning floral displays. Keep your eyes peeled for a special “70” medallion taking pride of place on the iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle! Even Carthay Circle Restaurant in Disney California Adventure Park will be joining the party with its own celebratory touches.
But the real magic lies in the Special Entertainment lined up to commemorate this milestone:
- Prepare to be mesmerized by the return of the vibrant “World of Color Happiness!” at Disney California Adventure Park.
- Get ready to groove as the electrifying “Paint the Night” parade makes its triumphant return to Disneyland Park.
- Look up in awe as the breathtaking “Wondrous Journeys” nighttime spectacular once again lights up the Disneyland sky.
- Over at Disney California Adventure, the “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” daytime parade promises fun for the whole family.
- “it’s a small world” will be getting a dose of celebratory charm with the “Tapestry of Happiness” projection show.
- Keep an eye out for “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade” in Disneyland Park, featuring Mickey and friends in their dazzling new 70th-anniversary attire – perfect for capturing those special memories!
- Little ones (and the young at heart!) will be thrilled with the debut of “Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!” at Disney California Adventure Park starting on the big day, May 16th.
- Starting May 23rd, the fun continues with the return of the lively Pixar Pals Playtime Party at Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland Park and the energetic “Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast” dance party at Tomorrowland Terrace in Disneyland Park.
Even our beloved New Magic on Beloved Attractions is getting a touch of anniversary sparkle:
- When “it’s a small world” reopens on May 9th, be sure to look out for the heartwarming addition of Miguel and Dante from “Coco” in the Mexico scene.
- Keep your eyes peeled for fun 70th-anniversary nods sprinkled throughout the games at Toy Story Midway Mania! in Disney California Adventure.
Of course, no anniversary celebration is complete without some Must-Have Merchandise and tempting Festive Food and Drink! We can anticipate a delightful array of commemorative apparel, accessories, and collectible items to take home as cherished souvenirs. And for our taste buds, get ready for over 70 new and nostalgic food and beverage offerings, including special churros, beignets, cakes, and more – some even marked with a special 🎉 to highlight that retro flair. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for those limited-edition 70th-anniversary themed popcorn buckets and sippers!
As we explore, we can also look forward to discovering New Delights as You Walk Through Disneyland Resort, with special details and experiences that celebrate the park’s rich history. For those wanting a deeper dive, the “A Story of Celebration: 70th Anniversary Guided Tour” will offer a fascinating two-hour exploration of Disneyland’s past.
Tech-savvy park-goers can look forward to enhanced MagicBand+ Interactions inspired by classic Disneyland attractions, and everyone can have fun with the New Disney PhotoPass Lenses, adding 70th Celebration-themed magic to our photos and videos.
Looking a little further down the line, on July 17, 2025, the “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” show will debut at the Main Street Opera House, promising a captivating cinematic journey through Walt’s life, culminating in a special Audio-Animatronic figure.
