The Disneyland Resort has released its 2026 event calendar, continuing the 70th anniversary celebration. Starting in January, entertainment offerings like “World of Color – Happiness!” and the debut of “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” in the Fantasyland Theater will provide family experiences. Limited-time festivals, after-hours parties, and attractions will create unique memories at the Happiest Place on Earth, supported by special ticket and hotel offers for multi-day vacations.
Continuation of the 70th Anniversary Celebration
The Disneyland Resort will continue celebrating seven decades of magic with exciting new offerings and cherished seasonal festivities. Starting in January 2026, the program will resume in full, allowing guests to enjoy “World of Color – Happiness!” and “Tapestry of Happiness” during the holiday season. Returning favorites will include “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade,” “Wondrous Journeys,” and the “Paint the Night” parade. The celebration will conclude on Aug. 9, 2026, providing guests with opportunities to relive classic Disney moments and create new memories with friends and family.
Debut of “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!”
Starting March 22, 2026, the Fantasyland Theater in Disneyland Park will transform into an immersive celebration of the heart and humor of the award-winning animated Disney+ series "Bluey". The theater will become the grounds of Bluey’s school, where guests can join in on her best day ever. During the day, Bluey and her sister Bingo will perform live on stage, joined by a troupe of comedic actors and musicians. Together, they will bring the beloved music and games from the episodes to life, inspiring young families and guests of all ages to participate. The show will feature live musical moments that seamlessly transition into iconic games like Keepy Uppy, along with interactive adventures in a life-size gnome village and fairy garden. Guests will step into Bluey’s school festival with characters like the grandmas, Chattermax, and Unicorse, and enjoy themed favorite dishes at the Troubadour Tavern, inspired by the animated series.
Seasonal Events and Festivals
The 2026 calendar offers a variety of limited-time events. Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Park will run from Jan. 23 to Feb. 22, ushering in the Year of the Horse while honoring Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean traditions with appearances by Horace Horsecollar, Mickey and Minnie Mouse in Korean-inspired outfits, as well as new outfits for several Disney characters featuring elements of Vietnamese and Chinese attire, and a meet-and-greet with a character from “Turning Red.” Celebrate Gospel will debut for 2026 as an uplifting annual concert over two weekends, Feb. 20–21 and Feb. 27–28, in the Downtown Disney District, featuring performances by local choirs from Southern California and headlining Gospel artists Hezekiah Walker on Feb. 21 and Yolanda Adams on Feb. 28. Anaheim Ducks Day on Feb. 22 will return as a fan and park visitor favorite for one day at Disney California Adventure Park, with appearances by select Anaheim Ducks players and Wild Wing, along with hockey-themed entertainment, activities, and photo opportunities. The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, from March 6 to April 27, will celebrate the Golden State’s culinary treasures, enticing curious foodies with limited-time food offerings, beverage seminars, culinary demonstrations, and family-friendly entertainment. Disney On the Yard – Yardfest: Powered by Celebrate Soulfully will return as a community event in its second year on June 19 in the Downtown Disney District, where guests can spend the day celebrating the spirit and traditions of historically Black colleges and universities, alongside tambour majors and Drum Major Mickey Mouse, accompanied by a percussion group. D23 Day on Aug. 13 at the Disneyland Resort will kick off the countdown to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, offering all resort guests magical surprises, themed moments, and beloved fan experiences celebrating the Disney worlds as a one-day event. The Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party will return over four days from Aug. 13 to 16 as a special event for families with young children at Disney California Adventure Park, with live entertainment, Disney Junior characters, activities, and fun photo ops, before expanding the festivities to a three-day event in the Downtown Disney District. Halloween Time from Aug. 21 to Oct. 31 will bring back festive frights and pumpkin delights for guests of all ages, including seasonal attractions, family-friendly entertainment, and autumnal decorations throughout the resort. Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park, from Aug. 21 to Nov. 2, will celebrate the annual unbreakable family bonds and spirit of Día de los Muertos, inspired by the Oscar-winning Pixar film “Coco.” Starting Nov. 18, the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will allow families to celebrate diverse and cherished holiday traditions during this enchanting winter season, with dazzling decorations, joyful entertainment, festive foods, and the Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park.
After-Hours Events and Parties
Guests seeking Disney fun after sunset will find special themes, a pre-party mix in the park, shorter wait times for select attractions, unique foods and drinks, lively entertainment, and unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photos from the event at the separately ticketed after-hours events. Disneyland After Dark will host five themed after-hours parties in Disneyland Park in 2026, featuring four returning fan favorites and the debut of a brand-new theme. Sweethearts’ Nite will run on nine dates in January and February – Jan. 22, 25, and 27, and Feb. 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, and 17 – letting love fill the air at this heartfelt soirée. The event includes appearances by beloved Disney couples, a variety of sweet food and beverage offerings, and more, for couples, families, or friends. Tickets go on sale Dec. 9, 2025, for Inspire Magic Key holders, Dec. 10, 2025, for all Magic Key holders, and Dec. 11, 2025, for the general public. The new “70 Years of Favorites” will debut on March 3 and 5, weaving together the best of Disneyland events, including nods to beloved musical moments, shows, and characters, while memories of past Disneyland moments are ever-present and guests take a figurative stroll down Memory Lane with offerings that pay homage to the park’s history. Sales start Dec. 9, 2025, for Inspire Magic Key holders, Dec. 10, 2025, for all Magic Key holders, and Dec. 11, 2025, for the general public. Disney Channel Nite on April 12, 14, and 16 will come alive as a nostalgic celebration with themed offerings inspired by beloved Disney Channel shows from various eras, featuring high-energy music, unforgettable characters, and more. Ticket sales details will be announced at a later date. Star Wars Nite on April 28 and 30, and May 4 and 6, will return with galactic entertainment, out-of-this-world foods and drinks, and unique photo ops for fans on both sides – light and dark. Ticket sales details will be announced at a later date. Pride Nite on June 16 and 18 will bring together the LGBTQIA+ community, allies, and members in joyful celebration, enjoying colorful decorations, specially themed offerings, and festive entertainment. Ticket sales details will be announced at a later date. Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure Park will offer more nights than ever in 2026 with 33 different dates from Aug. 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, and 30 through Sept. 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, and 29 to Oct. 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29, and 31, featuring festive frights.
New Attractions and Expansions
The Disneyland Resort will bring more magic in 2026 with fresh experiences. Starting May 22, a new mission in "Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run" at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Park will revolve around “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” timed to the new Star Wars film releasing in theaters that same weekend. Guests can stay tuned for more exciting Star Wars experiences at Disneyland coming soon, including the limited-time return of Hyperspace Mountain starting April 28. The fan-favorite attraction Soarin’ will receive a brand-new aerial adventure over the U.S. starting July 2, 2026, at the Disneyland Resort for the nation’s 250th anniversary, titled "Soarin’ Across America", showcasing some of the country’s natural wonders and iconic cityscapes. The guided Disneyland Railroad Tour will return to Disneyland Park on Jan. 16, 2026, with bookings available starting Jan. 8. Following the 2025 introductions of Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, Parkside Market, Disney Storyland Boutique, and Nectar Life, the Downtown Disney District will continue its exciting transformation with the openings of Earl of Sandwich and Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby, as well as sportswear retailer Lululemon, planned for 2026. For the latest information, guests can check the Ultimate Guide to Downtown Disney. As previously announced, guests will also see work begin in 2026 on several exciting projects, both in the Esplanade and at Disney California Adventure Park, for the future expansion of the Disneyland Resort, including the first attraction themed to Pixar’s “Coco” and a future Avatar land, while construction is already underway for the Avengers Campus expansion.
Ticket and Hotel Offers for Families
The Disneyland Resort offers a range of options and special deals for travelers planning their 2026 vacations now, along with limited-time promotional offers throughout the year, to welcome as many guests as possible. Guests can save through advance planning and date flexibility, with theme park reservations up to 180 days in advance and tickets starting at just $104 on select dates. Parents can let the kids take the lead this summer and start planning their vacation early, as the Disneyland Resort is pleased to announce a limited-time Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer, available for purchase starting Jan. 21, 2026, for visits from May 22 to Sept. 7, 2026, where children ages 3 to 9 can visit the Disneyland Resort for only $50 per child with a 1-Day Park Hopper Ticket. 2-Day and 3-Day tickets are also available, with options to add Lightning Lane Multi Pass for an additional fee. Guests looking to extend their summer vacation with an on-site stay can save up to 25% on stays of 4 or more nights from May 22 to Sept. 7, 2026, at a Disneyland Resort hotel, with reservations starting Jan. 21, 2026, subject to availability and restrictions. For visits earlier in the new year, the following offers will be available for purchase starting Dec. 3, 2025: Eligible Southern California residents can save more than 50% with 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for just $83 per day per person for a total of $249 or a 3-Day Park Hopper with Lightning Lane Multi Pass for just $117 per person per day for a total of $351. This offer is valid for visits from Jan. 1 to May 21, 2026. Save up to 25% on stays of 3 or more nights from Jan. 1 to May 21, 2026, at a Disneyland Resort hotel, subject to availability and restrictions. For guests who want to visit again and again throughout the year at a great price, select Magic Keys will go on sale starting Jan. 13, 2026. With so much to do and see, guests can extend their vacation over multiple nights and stay at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels or one of more than 50 Disney-approved Good Neighbor Hotels, offering even more nearby options.
