For the first time, Disneyland Resort is unveiling its lineup of special events and limited-time festivities for next year, highlighting in 2024 the resort-wide celebration of Pixar Fest beginning in the spring. Guests will be able to make reservations at Disneyland Resort theme parks up to 180 days in advance thanks to the expanded reservation calendar, and the list of scheduled events can help them plan their visits.
With distinctive Disney experiences and exciting events throughout the year, no two visits are the same. As it enters an era of limitless growth and innovation, Disneyland Resort is also investing in developing more guest experiences, with work underway at Pixar Place Hotel; the next attraction, Tiana's Bayou Adventure; and the continued transformation of the Downtown Disney District.
A variety of ticket options and special offers throughout the year make it possible for many people to visit Disneyland Resort. For guests attending in early 2024, get even more value with a special theme park ticket offer for kids ages 3-9* Valid between January 8 and March 10, 2024 (no blackout dates , subject to park reservation availability), children's tickets
can be purchased for as little as $50 per child, per day. More information at Disneyland.com.
Reimagined Pixar Fest Returns in Spring 2024
Pixar Fest returns to Disneyland Resort from April 26 to August 4, 2024, bringing guests together to celebrate friendship and beyond. From colorful décor and themed menus to commemorative merchandise, Disneyland Resort's theme parks, hotels and Downtown Disney District will have a Pixar touch of friendly fun for a limited time.
This festival of friendship is highlighted by heartwarming entertainment with Pixar stories. An all-new daytime parade, “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!”, will debut at Disney California Adventure Park, and at
Disneyland Park, the emotional “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” will return with some all-new scenes. During the celebration, guests will be able to encounter new characters such as Ember and Wade from “Elemental,” Red Panda Mei from “Turning Red,” and many more.
Other shows and offers will be announced later .
Limited-Time Festivals and Celebrations
The return of the highly anticipated seasonal festivals and parties will add many more entertainment options, menus and experiences to Disneyland Resort guests in 2024.
Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Park (January 23-February 18): A tribute to Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean traditions, this multicultural celebration will welcome the Year of the Dragon with Asian-inspired food and drinks, vibrant and Mushu leading the “Mulan's Lunar New Year Procession.” Celebrate Gospel at Disneyland Park (February 17 and 24): Taking place at the Fantasyland Theatre, the 2024 “Celebrate Gospel” concerts will be headlined by Marvin Sapp (February 17 ) and Tasha Cobbs Leonard (February 24). "Celebrate Gospel" is an annual tribute to gospel music that brings together award-winning
musical artists and community choirs from across Southern California.
Anaheim Ducks Days at Disney California Adventure Park (February 22-23):
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Anaheim Ducks Hockey Club, Disneyland Resort and the Anaheim Ducks will team up for a two-day event at Hollywood Land, including a cavalcade of celebration, fan zone with themed activities and photo opportunities, plus appearances by some current and legacy players.
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival (March 1-April 22): The food extravaganza will feature creative food and drinks, cooking demonstrations and family entertainment inspired by the
Golden State's diverse cultures and cuisines. The popular Soarin' Over California attraction will also return for a limited time.
Season of the Force at Disneyland Park (April 5-June 2): Season of the Force is coming to Disneyland Parl with Hyperspace Mountain, specially themed food and drink, merchandise and more for a limited time. During the celebration, guests will be able to embark on new adventures aboard Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, while Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge will offer a new perspective on the fireworks over Disneyland Park, with galactic music sweeping through the park.
Halloween at Disneyland Resort (August 23-October 31): Spooky fun for all ages, this haunting season will transform the resort with fall décor, characters dressed in Halloween costumes, and unique themed attractions.
Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park (Aug. 23-Nov. 2): The timeless bonds of family and Mexican Day of the Dead traditions will be honored through a cultural experience featuring storytelling and music from "Coco " by Pixar.
Holiday Festivities at Disneyland Resort (Begins November 15):
Family and friends can celebrate this beautiful season with the lively Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park, plus seasonal shows at beloved attractions, beloved holiday presentations and dazzling winter décor throughout the resort.
After-hours events with separate tickets
Guests can party all night long during fan-favorite after-hours events scheduled for 2024. These themed events, with separate tickets, will include the ability to enter the park before the party , shorter wait times at select attractions, unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads from the event and much more.
Disneyland After Dark (select nights January through June): Disneyland Park will host four themed evenings filled with unique entertainment, unusual character encounters, and sweet and savory menus.
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party** (Returning in 2024): Disney California Adventure Park will host family-friendly Halloween parties featuring immersive trick-or-treat tours, rare character sightings and unique entertainment. For this lively occasion, visitors are invited to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes. **
More magic on the way
The reimagined Pixar Place Hotel will open its doors on January 30, 2024, marking the official transformation of Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel, the first fully themed Pixar hotel in the United States. This 15-story hotel overlooking Disney California Adventure Park will offer Pixar-themed rooms, a new restaurant, Great Maple, a rooftop pool, a playground and more.
Starting May 24, the nightly show "Fantasmic!" will once again light up Disneyland Park's Rivers of America, with new special effects, a thrilling new battle scene between Mickey the Sorcerer and Maleficent, plus the return of the iconic "Peter Pan" scene. In this treasured show, fantastic events and images from Disney stories will come to life through thrilling music, dozens of live performers, character appearances and state-of-the-art projections.
When the new Tiana's Bayou Adventure attraction debuts at Disneyland Park in late 2024, guests will embark on a musical journey inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios' "The Princess and the Frog." The stories of Princess Tiana also come to the restaurant Tiana's Palace quick service and Eudora's Chic Boutique Featuring Tiana's Gourmet Secrets in New Orleans Square.
The evolution of Downtown Disney District continues to take shape with the openings of Paseo and Céntrico, serving Mexican food from Michelin-starred chef Carlos Gaytán, and Din Tai Fung, a world-famous Chinese restaurant known for its soup dumplings and noodles, in 2024. Restaurants and boutiques in the area will also continue to offer new products and essential menus to discover. Musical entertainment, activities and events make the newly opened Downtown Disney LIVE! stage and lawn! At the west end of the district an ideal place to meet and relax.