In an announcement, Disney revealed plans for Disneyland Resort’s 70th anniversary celebration, set to begin on May 16, 2025 and run through summer 2026. The celebration will feature limited-time entertainment, colorful décor, themed food and beverages, collectible merchandise, and more!
New “World of Color Happiness!” Show
Disney California Adventure will debut the all-new “World of Color Happiness!” show. This nighttime spectacular draws inspiration from the words of Walt Disney from Disneyland’s grand opening dedication seventy years ago: “To all who come to this happy place… welcome!”
“World of Color Happiness!” will delve into the theme of “happiness” through a vibrant array of emotions, featuring Joy and other Emotions from the Pixar films Inside Out and Inside Out 2. Throughout the show, the Emotions will bring to life music and scenes from beloved stories by Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios, including Turning Red, A Goofy Movie, Tangled, The Lion King, and more.
“World of Color Happiness!” will illuminate Paradise Bay with a display of fountains, vibrant lighting, lasers, fog, and flame effects.
“Paint the Night” Parade Returns to Disneyland Park
“Paint the Night” is set to make its comeback to Disneyland for the 70th anniversary celebration.
Mickey Mouse channels his vibrant imagination to wield the magic of Tinker Bell’s pixie dust and “Paint the Night” in Disney dreams, showcasing cherished characters and stories from Pixar and Disney Animation films such as Monsters, Inc., Cars, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and more.
“Wondrous Journeys” Returns to Disneyland Park
As night falls, Disneyland will once again transform into a canvas with return of “Wondrous Journeys.” “Wondrous Journeys” pays tribute to the legacy of Walt Disney Animation Studios classics that have shaped Walt Disney’s original magical kingdom. The nighttime show is filled with artistry, music, storytelling, and emotion, that bring scenes from beloved tales such as Hercules, The Princess and the Frog, Peter Pan, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Moana, Encanto, and more to life.
“Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” Parade Returns
As part of the festivities, “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” will make a return to Disney California Adventure. This daytime parade showcases music, colorful floats, and nearly 30 favorite characters from Pixar Animation Studios films, including Luca, Turning Red, Up, and more.
Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their friends will arrive in style for the celebration in Town Square at Disneyland Park, showcasing unique outfits crafted specifically for the 70th celebration.
Additionally, a brand-new character cavalcade called “Mickey and Friends Celebrate Happy!” will make its debut at Disneyland Park.
In the evenings at Disney California Adventure, the exterior of Carthay Circle Restaurant will invite guests to a special moment filled with music, lights, and impressive projection effects. Meanwhile, the facade of “it’s a small world” at Disneyland Park will also showcase a new projection display of its own.
In honor of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary, a new theme song titled “Celebrate Happy” will be played throughout various entertainment experiences.
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