Alright, so Disneyland is turning 70 this July and they are planning a huge bash to celebrate — and honestly, who can blame them? The park is known for throwing epic parties, especially ones that bring back all the feels. They are bringing back some classic favorites, adding some new shows, and sprucing up some old attractions. The party officially kicks off on May 16, but not everything will be ready right away. Some stuff will be rolled out closer to Disneyland’s actual birthday on July 17. And get this — the celebration is gonna last all the way through summer 2026.
Let’s talk about what’s going down at Disneyland Park. First up, the return of the Paint the Night parade. This parade made its debut during Disneyland’s 60th anniversary and it’s back for the 70th. It’s a feast for the eyes with over a million LED lights, vibrant floats featuring characters from movies like “Toy Story,” “Frozen,” and “Cars,” and a soundtrack that’ll get you moving. It’s like the Main Street Electrical Parade’s cool younger sibling.
And then there’s It’s a Small World. This classic ride is getting a makeover with characters from “Coco” joining the mix and a new verse added to the iconic song. Plus, there’s gonna be a new projection show called “Tapestry of Happiness” that will take you on a trip down memory lane with all your favorite Disneyland tunes.
Don’t forget about the fireworks show, “Wondrous Journeys,” which will be celebrating the history of Disney animation. And even though you won’t get fireworks every night, it’s still gonna be a show worth checking out.
Now, let’s talk about Duffy and ShellieMay. These two teddy bear characters are finally making their way to Disneyland and they are gonna be part of a new character cavalcade. Also, there’s gonna be a new guided tour focusing on Disneyland’s history, so you can learn all about Walt Disney’s original vision for the park.
And speaking of Walt, there’s gonna be a new show at the Main Street Opera House called “Walt Disney — A Magical Life” that will feature the first-ever audio-animatronic of Walt himself. Plus, there’s gonna be a historical art exhibit showcasing Disneyland’s development over the years.
Over at Disney California Adventure, get ready for a brand-new “World of Color” show called “World of Color Happiness!” inspired by Walt Disney’s original dedication for the park. And there’s gonna be a new Pixar-focused daytime parade called “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration.”
And of course, there’s gonna be specialty merchandise galore, including collaborations with Loungefly and Dooney & Bourke, as well as a discount ticket offer for those planning to spend more than a day at the park.
So, if you’re a Disney fan, this is gonna be the event of a lifetime. Get ready to celebrate Disneyland’s 70th anniversary in style!
