Earlier today, Disneyland Resort announced the start date and details for its 70th anniversary celebration, along with the 2025 calendar of events and festivals. Here’s a brief recap in case you missed what’s coming up.
- The Paint the Night parade makes its long-awaited return to Disneyland Park on May 16th for the 70th anniversary celebration.
- Walt Disney – A Magical Life is set to premiere at the Main Street Opera House theater in Disneyland Park on May 16th.
- Wondrous Journeys nighttime spectacular returns to Disneyland Park on May 16th, enhanced with fireworks on select nights.
- The final day to ride the Red Car Trolley at Disney California Adventure Park is February 8, 2025, as construction begins for Avengers Campus.
Shortly after all the announcements for the 70th anniversary, Disneyland released its event calendar for all of 2025, and it’s going to be a HUGE year! Take a look below for all the details.
Lunar New Year (Jan. 17-Feb. 16)
Offerings inspired by Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean traditions will ring in the Year of the Snake. In 2025, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will debut all-new outfits with representations of traditional Korean attire. Offerings include the Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year Celebration water short, Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession on select days, daily live musical performances and Asian-inspired menu items across six Lunar New Year marketplaces and select dining locations.
Anaheim Ducks Day (Jan. 24)
At California Adventure, fans will be able to enjoy a cavalcade, appearances by select Anaheim Ducks players, themed games and more. Anaheim Ducks Day Overtime at the Downtown Disney District will be an exciting fan zone with entertainment, fun activities and photo opportunities.
Celebrate Gospel at Disneyland Park (Feb. 8 and 15)
A resort tradition for more than a decade, the uplifting annual concert will return on Feb. 8 and Feb. 15, with performances by community choirs from across Southern California and award-winning artists.
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival (Feb. 28-April 21)
This foodie event celebrates the Golden State with heaping helpings of creative menu items, ten marketplaces – including two with new themes – live entertainment and the return of fan-favorites such as Chef Goofy, bookable culinary experiences and the classic Soarin’ Over California attraction.
Season of the Force at Disneyland Park (March 28-May 11)
Fire of the Rising Moons will perform nightly at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with epic, new projection effects and galactic music – enhanced with fireworks on select nights. Plus, Hyperspace Mountain will return to Tomorrowland, where you can hurtle through the galaxy and encounter TIE fighters along the way!
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort (Aug. 22-Oct. 31)
Enjoy eerily awesome fun throughout the resort, including uniquely themed attractions, not-so-scary entertainment and autumn-inspired food and beverages.
Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park (Aug. 22-Nov. 2)
The Academy Award®-winning Pixar Animation Studios film Coco comes to life at this celebration of the everlasting bonds of family and the spirit of Día de Los Muertos.
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort (Nov. 14, 2025-Jan. 7, 2026)
This enchanting season brings sparkling wintry décor, festive entertainment and more throughout the whole resort. Disney Festival of Holidays returns to California Adventure, featuring specialty menu items, live entertainment and family activities inspired by the diverse season of celebrations in Southern California.
Disneyland After Dark
Disneyland After Dark events invite guests to play the night away during vivacious, themed parties at Disneyland park:
- Sweethearts’ Nite (Jan. 21, 23, 28; Feb. 4, 6, 9, 11, 13): Couples, friends and families alike can celebrate love with a new cavalcade on Main Street, U.S.A., a Royal Ball, encounters with character couples and lively music. A select number of pre-sale tickets for Sweethearts’ Nite will go on sale for Inspire Magic Key holders beginning Dec. 10, 2024, and all Magic Key holders beginning Dec. 11, 2024. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning Dec. 12, 2024. All tickets will be on sale no earlier than 9 a.m. PT on Disneyland.com, and are limited and subject to availability.
- 90s Nite (March 4 and 6): Dance parties, sing-alongs and more celebrate Disney films, music and pop culture from this iconic decade. 90s on Parade will have nods to past parades, such as The Lion King Celebration and Mulan Parade. A select number of pre-sale tickets for 90s Nite will go on sale for Inspire Magic Key holders beginning Dec. 10, 2024, and all Magic Key holders beginning Dec. 11, 2024. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning Dec. 12, 2024. All tickets will be on sale no earlier than 9 a.m. PT on Disneyland.com, and are limited and subject to availability.
- Star Wars Nite (April 8, 10, 22, 24, 29; May 1, 4, 6): Galactic adventures await with appearances by Star Wars characters from the Light and Dark sides of the Force, unique gatherings and out-of-this-world photo opportunities. Ticket sale details will be announced at a later time.
- Pride Nite (June 16 and 18): This celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community brings allies and community members together to enjoy rainbow projections, colorful décor, fabulous entertainment and more. Ticket sale details will be announced at a later time.
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
Guests are invited to dress up in costume* for this frightfully fun, after-hours Halloween party at California Adventure with family-friendly tricks and treats. In 2025, the party will offer more nights than ever before with 31 different dates:
- August: 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31
- September: 2, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
- October: 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 31
*Costumes are subject to Disney guidelines.
Don’t forget about the limited-time Kids’ Special Ticket Offer, valid for visits between January 7 through March 20, 2025. Children ages 3 through 9 can visit a Disneyland Resort theme park for as low as $50 per child with this special 1-Day, 1-Park ticket! Details here.
There is also a limited-time ticket offer for Southern California residents for as low as $67 per day for a 3-Day, 1-Park per day ticket (for a total of $199), available for visits from January 1 through May 15, 2025. More information here.
Just announced today, you can save up to 30% on select stays at a Disneyland Resort hotel during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration! Find all of the details of this new discount here.
