Why Clients Will Want To Stay And Play Longer
Disneyland opened in Anaheim, Calif., on July 17, 1955, making 2025 its 70th-anniversary year. Luckily, the party has already started and it will continue through summer 2026.
“Disneyland is a destination,” said Lynn Clark, vice president of sales for the Disneyland Resort. ''There's something joyful with this [70th-anniversary] celebration, the entertainment some fan favorites, some ...
Here Are 5 Ways Disneyland Changed Paint The Night Parade It Is Back For 70th Anniversary
Paint the Night has returned to Disneyland for the first time since 2018 and we were among the first to view the parade during its debut for the Disneyland 70th Celebration.
Paint the Night is one of the best nighttime parades Disney offers and it returned with a list of new changes! Let 's get into all the details of the new Paint the Night changes.
Updated Paint the ...
A Bay Area Artist Designed One Of Disneyland Most Iconic Attractions
For nearly 60 years, the It 's a Small World ride has delighted (and tortured) Disneyland guests. But no matter how you feel about the titular tune, the staying power of the attraction 's whimsical, colorful look is undeniable. And that 's all thanks to designer Mary Blair.
A Bay Area-raised artist, Blair created head-turning concept art for classic animated features like “Cinderella” and ...
Disneyland Recreates Walt Disney With Most Lifelike Animatronic Ever
After seven years in development, Walt Disney Imagineering is putting the finishing touches on the most lifelike animatronic ever created for a new show coming to Disneyland starring a robotic version of the Anaheim theme park 's visionary founder.
The new $5 million “Walt Disney A Magical Life” show featuring the world 's first audio-animatronic figure of Walt Disney will debut July 17 in the ...
Walls Come Down In Adventureland Revealing Interesting New Icon
For quite some time, entering Adventureland at Disneyland meant passing by walls. The walls were in front of the restrooms. At one point, a rock wall was found in the location. However, as time went by, it became apparent that something else would end up there. Recently, a new wall could be seen emerging behind these construction walls. On Friday, May 16, 2025, the construction walls came down to reveal a ...
Paint The Night Fact Sheet
The dazzling nighttime parade “Paint the Night” makes its grand return to Disneyland park for a limited time during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration beginning May 16, 2025. “Paint the Night” parade features innovative floats, vibrant costumes, incredible special effects, unforgettable music and energetic performances the whole family will enjoy. Anna and Elsa from Walt Disney Animation Studios film ...
Disneyland Hotel Celebrates 70 Years Fact Sheet
The iconic Disneyland Hotel immerses guests with the spirit, magic and nostalgia of Disneyland Park just steps away from the Downtown Disney District and Disneyland Resort theme parks. Celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2025, the Disneyland Hotel features 973 guest rooms, including 71 suites. The Villas at Disneyland Hotel bring 344 additional guest rooms to The Disneyland Hotel complex. The hotel has ...
Wondrous Journeys Fact Sheet
The beloved nighttime spectacular “Wondrous Journeys” returns to Disneyland Park for a limited time during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, which kicks off May 16, 2025. During the show, Walt 's original magic kingdom becomes a magnificent canvas with lighting effects, projections and more. On select nights, “Wondrous Journeys” is enhanced with sparkling fireworks.
A tribute to Walt ...
13 Disneyland Anniversary Foods That Offer Nods To Parks Past
Disneyland will offer a nod to its past with a new menu lineup that pays tribute to Fantasyland 's Captain Hook 's Galley, Tomorrowland 's Space Place, Adventureland 's Tahitian Terrace and Frontierland 's Casa de Fritos during the Anaheim theme park 's big birthday bash.
Disneyland kicks off its 70th anniversary celebration on Friday, May 16 with a new food and beverage lineup that includes ...
A New Book Unearths Never Before Seen Maps From The Early 1950s
Readers who look closely can spot ideas that were ultimately discarded, including Recreation Land and Mother Goose.
There 's an oft-repeated Disneyland creation myth: Artist and animation art director Herb Ryman was given 48 hours to draw an early, heavily detailed and romanticized map of the theme park, which would be used to help sell the project to investors. Although that 's all true, Ryman 's work ...
Its A Small World Ride Reopens With New Additions
Disneyland 's “It 's A Small World” ride is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday with new additions following an extended refurbishment.
During the Mexico section of the dark water ride, guests will soon be able to spot Miguel and his trusted alebrije, Dante, from Pixar 's “Coco.”
“The Happiest Place on Earth” will also pay homage to the Sherman Brothers, a songwriting duo who often ...
70th Anniversary Celebration Here Is Everything You Need To Know
Disneyland is gearing up for a 70th anniversary celebration to rival the yearlong parties for the 50th and 60th anniversaries with a new attraction, updated water show, character cavalcade, two returning parades and a fan-favorite fireworks show.
The 70th anniversary celebration of the original Disney theme park will kick off on Friday, May 16 and run through summer 2026 at Disneyland and ...
Turnstiles Upgraded To New Entry Gates
For so many, it 's a rite of passage to head through the entry gates of Disneyland park for the first time, allowing them to enter a world of yesterday, tomorrow and fantasy in a truly unforgettable moment that they will always remember.
Yet the next step once passing through those gates is up to them as they enter this ultimate family destination, whether they are looking to board a classic ...
This Is How To Have The Perfect Date
If you want to treat your special someone, why not take them to the Happiest Place on Earth? This is your guide to the ultimate couple 's day at Disneyland.
Step out on Main Street USA
Your day begins as soon as you step through the front gates and onto Main Street USA. Soak in the Disney magic as you take an easy stroll down the road to the delightfully nostalgic Carnation Café ...
Outdated And Antiquated The Decline Of A Once Popular Ride
I have fond memories of Star Tours, the motion-simulated spaceship ride through the “Star Wars” galaxy. I went on the ride with my parents when I was a child and took my own kid as an adult. It was always my favorite ride, dodging meteors and enemy fire, and feeling the jump into hyperspace. But the last few times I 've visited Disneyland, Star Tours appeared a little lackluster compared with the newer ...
They Think Walt Disney Is A Company Imagineer Explains Why Controversial New Show Needed To Happen And The Reasons Make Sense
Disneyland may be the Happiest Place on Earth, but that doesn 't make the iconic theme park entirely free from controversy. The biggest new addition coming to Disneyland later this year is one that not everybody is happy about: Walt Disney is getting the audio-animatronic treatment.
From the time it was first announced at D23 last year, the decision to make Walt Disney an attraction in his own ...
Disneyland To Rebuild Talking Tree Outside Enchanted Tiki Room
A 62-year-old animated talking tree outside the Enchanted Tiki Room that hasn 't worked properly in years will be rebuilt during an extended refurbishment of the first Disneyland attraction to feature audio-animatronic figures.
The Enchanted Tiki Room will close on Monday, April 28 through at least late June with the attraction expected to return this summer.
The Tangaroa Tree in ...
First Look At 4 New Star Wars Destinations On Millennium Falcon Ride
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will let the crew decide which Star Wars planets to visit when the rebooted Disneyland ride embarks on a journey to four new destinations with the Mandalorian and Grogu.
The refreshed Smugglers Run ride in Star Wars: Galaxy 's Edge will visit Tatooine, Endor, Bespin and Coruscant when the updated attraction debuts on May 22, 2026 at the Anaheim theme ...
You Are Missing Out If You Are Skipping These Hidden Gem Restaurants
These Disneyland restaurants serve delicious food you 're not going to want to skip, even if they are a bit off the beaten path.
If you 're planning a visit to Disneyland Resort, odds are you 've got a list of the best restaurants handy and you 're hoping to dine at each one. But I 'm here to tell you that you 'll be better off skipping those popular dining spots instead, I suggest you head to ...
Seven New Salads Coming April 30
If you 're a foodie, the Disneyland Resort is the place to be starting April 30. New cold brews, sweet treats, and refreshing drinks are just some of the items debuting on that day. Also coming April 30 are seven new salads.
First up is the Steak Salad at Harbour Galley across from the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. This salad features roasted tri-tip, blistered broccolini, haricots verts, ...
I Have Ridden Every Roller Coaster These Ones Are Worth Waiting In Line For
With more than 30 years of experience riding Disneyland 's roller coasters, these three are always thrilling (and worth their notoriously long wait times).
Looking for Disneyland 's most thrilling, high-speed roller coasters? As someone who 's ridden every single attraction at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park over the last three decades, I know exactly what you 're ...
New Star Wars Build Your Own Lightsaber Offering Introduced
The Star Wars celebration Season of the Force is currently taking place at the Disneyland Resort, bringing a variety of limited-time special offerings, from special Star Wars merchandise to appearances by Luke Skywalker and an impressive new projection show. While many of these offerings are currently available, there are some more that will debut on “Star Wars Day” on May 4, including a new build-your-own ...
New Recycling Tips Added To Galactic Grill
Galactic Grill is located in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park. This quick-service location often sells space-themed burgers, desserts, and snacks. Galactic Grill is also often home to seasonal “Star Wars” offerings during events like Season of the Force 2025.
Galactic Grill Recycling Tips
The first change is seen on the digital menu boards above the ordering windows. Galactic Grill ...
Paint The Night Parade Return Information Released
Disneyland's 70th anniversary celebration kicks off next month, bringing some new offerings, colorful decor, and the return of fan-favorite entertainment. Among the returning entertainment is the beloved Paint the Night Parade, which will be running during the celebration starting May 16!
New details are now visible for the Paint the Night parade, including its showtimes when it returns to ...
Club 33 Dress Code Prohibits Mickey Hats And Minnie Ears
Club 33 will turn you away at the door for dress code violations if you show up for your dinner reservation dressed like you 're going to Disneyland in an Avengers t-shirt, Darth Vader hoodie or Mickey Mouse ears.
Disneyland 's secret and exclusive club won 't let you wear t-shirts, shorts, hooded sweatshirts, Mickey hats or Minnie ears if you want to eat in the main dining room above New ...
Are Star Wars Nites Worth It I Went So Here Is Everything You Want To Know
Are Disneyland's Star Wars-themed night events actually worth it? An annual late-night event held multiple evenings between April and May each year, Disneyland's Star Wars Nites are one of the California park's biggest promotions this time of year during their overarching Season of the Force event. As such, it's a separately ticketed event set apart from the tickets Disneyland typically sells ...
Naked Man Arrested After Walking Around New Orleans Square
Disneyland guests were momentarily evacuated from New Orleans Square Saturday evening when a naked man exposed himself to parkgoers.
Video posted on Instagram showed the unclothed man climbing onto the entrance of Tiana 's Place, a New Orleans-inspired restaurant that pays homage to the Disney film “The Princess and the Frog.”
Disneyland staff can be seen directing park guests ...
How To Join Club 33 Waiting List
The once-secret Club 33 that Disneyland bills as private, exclusive, mysterious, magical, legendary and world class is a secret no longer and the Anaheim theme park is actively looking for new members who want to join.
Disneyland has broken the Fight Club-like cardinal rule of Club 33 never talk about Club 33 by posting details about the secret restaurant and bar for the first time ever on the ...
All Water Rides Ranked By An Expert
I 've ridden every one of the water rides at Disneyland Resort trust me, these are the best (and worst!) in the parks.
In the last 30 years, I 've visited Disneyland nearly every month, which means I 've ridden a lot. And while there 's magic in (almost) every attraction, Disneyland 's water rides are a bit different. They run the gamut from calm and completely dry to thrilling and full of ...
Exploring The Temple Of The Forbidden Eye 30 Years Ago
When the Indiana Jones Adventure opened on March 4, 1995, it had been over five years since the park had added a major new attraction. It was the first large scale immersive experience added in the Disney Decade. And, little did we know at the time, it would be that last major addition to Disneyland 's lineup of blockbuster attractions for many years to come
At the time it opened, there was a ...
When Can You Watch New Star Wars Show It Is Complicated
Disneyland 's new Star Wars projection show in Galaxy 's Edge is a mix of technical marvel and wonderful storytelling told in a difficult venue with a messy schedule.
The new “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” nightly projection show debuted over the weekend during the launch of the Season of the Force event that drew a massive crowd on opening night.
“Shadows of Memory” uses ...
