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It seems like just yesterday I was in Anaheim celebrating the Disneyland 60th Anniversary, but here we are at the Disneyland 70th Anniversary! And the 70th Anniversary will surely be a memorable anniversary as well. The celebration begins on May 16, 2025. The Disneyland Resort is planning numerous entertainment, menu items, merchandise, decor & more for this celebration. And in this guide, we’ll hit the highlights of what you can expect all over the resort.
Theme Song
Let me start by telling you that there will be a new theme song for the event! As someone who really loves listening to Disney music, I am very excited. The song, “Celebrate Happy,” was recorded by the Jonas Brothers.
70th Anniversary Merchandise
I don’t know about you, but I love Disney merchandise! There will be a lot of great merchandise available for the 70th celebration, from Mickey ears to spirit jerseys.
There will be a lot of great merch to purchase if you love collecting. The following collections will be available:
- Castle Collection: This collection is inspired by Sleeping Beauty Castle
- Celebration Collection: This collection is inspired by iconic Disneyland Resort attractions.
- Vault Collection: This nostalgic line of merchandise is great if you (like me) love vintage Disneyland and Mickey Mouse!
- Walt Disney Nostalgic Collection: This collection is inspired by the man who started Disneyland himself. The merchandise could include Walt Disney quotes or it could be inspired by items from his desk.
Between Disneyland & Disney California Adventure
In the esplanade between Disneyland & Disney California will be a 50-Foot Sculpture to celebrate the event. The sculpture is inspired by Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and will feature colorful glass panels as well as golden charms.
Disneyland Park
- Celebrate Happy Cavalcade: Mickey Mouse & friends will be take part in all new cavalcade, designed to celebrate this important event. This cavalcade will feature special appearances by characters not often seen at Disneyland – including Duffy and Shellie May!
- Paint the Night Parade: The “Paint the Night” parade will be returning just in time for the 70th celebration! You’ll see characters like Mickey Mouse, Buzz Lightyear, Elsa, Ariel & more in this colorful parade.
- Wondrous Journeys Nighttime Spectacular: Wondrous Journeys is coming back for the 70th Anniversary. This is a nighttime show featuring state-of-the-art projection technology on Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, and other locations. The show celebrates classic Walt Disney Animation Studios films. And on select nights, the show includes fireworks.
- Tapestry of Happiness: Legendary Disney artist Mary Blair has designed the Tapestry of Happiness on the famous facade of one of my all-time favorite Disney rides, “It’s A Small World”. The tapestry will be a love letter of sorts to Disneyland, featuring beloved attractions, memories & moments from the park.
- Walt Disney – A Magical Life: A cinematic presentation of Walt Disney’s journey as told for the first time ever through Audio-Animatronics storytelling will debut at the Main Street Opera House on July 17, 2025.
- Pixar Pals Playtime Party: The Pixar Pals Playtime Party will be coming to the Fantasyland Theatre starting May 23, 2025. The party includes interactive games, activities, photo ops, Pixar character appearances & Pixar shorts on the big screen.
- Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast: This dance party takes place at Tomorrowland Terrace on most nights starting May 23, 2025. You’ll learn Stitch’s favorite music and characters like Chip ‘n Dale, Pluto, Goofy & Clarabelle will be in attendance.
- It’s A Small World: A new nighttime show will be projected onto the facade at the iconic ride. Additionally, Miguel and Dante from Coco will be added to It’s A Small World.
- 70th Outfits: Characters will be appearing in special 70th Anniversary apparel!
Disney California Adventure
- World of Color Happiness! Presented by Pandora Jewelry: This all-new nighttime spectacular takes place at Paradise Bay. It features all-new music, color fountains, lasers, fog effects, and more.
- Projection on Carthay Circle Restaurant: Each night, projection effects on the exterior of Carthay Circle Restaurant, along with lights and music, will entertain guests during “Celebrate Happy”
- Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! Parade: Over 30 Pixar characters (such as Mei from Turning Red) and colorful floats will be part of this daytime parade.
- Rex: This isn’t just Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary – it is also Toy Story’s 30th anniversary. To celebrate both occasions, Rex from Toy Story will make his debut at Pixar Pier on June 1, 2025.
- “Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!” Show at the Disney Theater: This interactive party featuring upbeat songs will debut at the Disney Theater on May 16, 2025.
- Toy Story Midway Mania Additions: There will be nods to the 70th celebration added to this ride during the celebration.
Disneyland Hotel
- High Key Club: An all-new concierge lounge called the High Key Club will be opening at the Disneyland Hotel. It pays homage to the 1955 era of Disneyland. Guests can enjoy viewing fireworks there as well as other special perks.
Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
- Donald’s Tales of Adventure Dinner Buffet: This is an all-new character dining experience that takes place at the Storytellers Cafe. Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Clarabelle, and Pluto will be there in all-new character outfits.
- Napa Rose Restaurant: The Napa Rose restaurant will reopen in the fall of 2025 with a gorgeous new look.
Pixar Place Hotel
- New themed suites: New suites themed to the Incredibles and Coco will open this year.
Downtown Disney
- Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party: This two-day event, taking place this summer, has entertainment, interactive activities, and character appearances from popular Disney Junior shows.
- Bubbles Experience: The Bubbles Experience takes place at the LIVE! Stage & Lawn from July 7th to August 10th.
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