Starting May 16, 2025, Disneyland Resort will mark an extraordinary milestone: its 70th birthday! With the theme Celebrate Happy, the anniversary promises an abundance of joy, magic, and surprises for guests of all ages. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:
Celebrate Happy: The Theme of Disneyland’s 70th Celebration
The Celebrate Happy festivities bring fresh magic to fan-favorite attractions and introduce special entertainment, colorful décor, themed food and beverages, and exclusive collectible merchandise. Guests can also look forward to the cheerful anthem “Celebrate Happy” adding a musical touch to the celebration.
Disneyland Park Highlights
A New Cavalcade: Mickey and Friends Celebrate Happy!
Catch Mickey, Minnie, and their pals dressed in dazzling new outfits as they lead the Mickey and Friends Celebrate Happy! cavalcade, bringing smiles and surprises along Main Street, U.S.A.
Paint the Night Parade Returns
The beloved Paint the Night Parade lights up Disneyland Park once again with over one million dazzling lights, energetic music, and unforgettable Disney characters. From Sorcerer Mickey to Elsa, Ariel, Buzz, and Woody, your favorite characters join this electrifying nighttime celebration. Expect stunning floats, high-energy performances, and enchanting surprises for the whole family.
Wondrous Journeys Fireworks Spectacular
As the sun sets, Disneyland transforms into a luminous wonderland with the return of Wondrous Journeys. This fireworks and projection show pays homage to 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios. With stunning visuals, an original song, “It’s Wondrous,” and thrilling moments—like Baymax soaring above Sleeping Beauty Castle—this show captures the essence of Disney’s storytelling magic.
Disney California Adventure Park Celebrates Too
World of Color Happiness!
At Paradise Bay, the World of Color Happiness! nighttime spectacular explores the emotions of joy, hosted by Joy and friends from Inside Out. With breathtaking fountains, lasers, flame effects, and music from films like Tangled and The Lion King, this show promises to immerse you in a kaleidoscope of happy emotions.
Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!
Pixar fans, rejoice! The Better Together parade returns, featuring vibrant floats and beloved characters like Red Panda Mei from Turning Red, Joe Gardner from Soul, and Luca and friends from Luca. Celebrate the stories and friendships that bring Pixar magic to life.
Surprise Moments at Buena Vista Street
Over at Disney California Adventure, Carthay Circle Theatre will host surprise Celebrate Happy moments with projections, music, and lights—adding an extra dose of joy to the festivities.
Plan Your Visit
From the new cavalcade and parades to mesmerizing nighttime spectaculars, Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary is a celebration you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong fan, 2025 is the perfect year to experience the magic.
Stay tuned for more updates and make your plans to join this unforgettable celebration. Let the countdown to May 16, 2025, begin!
What part of Disneyland’s 70th Celebration are you most excited about? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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