Posted on August 08, 2025
Looking for more colorful and magical ways to celebrate the Yuletide season? If you haven't finalized your Christmas plans yet, why don't you come to the Happiest Place on Earth and experience the holiday magic? Holidays at Disneyland® never disappoint when it comes to bringing the fanciest festivities and unforgettable experiences to everyone. With lots of preparations already at the works, you can expect the 2025 holiday celebrations to be so much better than the 2024 events.
The holiday season decorations and festivities will start as early as November 14, 2025, and will run until January 7, 2026. From dazzling Disney festivals and parades to exciting shows and holiday entertainment, Disneyland® will welcome you with the jolliest cheers. Delectable Christmas themed food and drinks will also be available at restaurants and snack bars around Disneyland® Park, Disney California Adventure® Park, Downtown Disney, and Disneyland® hotels.
Ready to plan your Disneyland® holiday with us? Keep reading.
The Magic Begins: As you enter Disneyland® Park, you might catch a glimpse of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their friends in dazzling new outfits. These designs offer a festive twist on their attire from the 70th Celebration, featuring eye-catching shades of shimmering green, red, and gold, all adorned with subtle touches of the park's amazing milestone.
Snow isn't something you see much in Southern California, but every night during Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, it feels like magic as fluffy "snow" falls down. The castle lights up with 80,000 twinkling lights, turning it into a dazzling winter wonderland.
Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks extravaganza, as magical flurries cascade through Main Street, U.S.A., right by “it’s a small world” Holiday and along the serene Rivers of America.
Experience a heartwarming celebration of the season as beloved Disney characters, spirited toy soldiers, and dancing gingerbread cookies take to the streets of Main Street, U.S.A.
Want to catch a great view? Chill near "it's a small world" Holiday along the parade route by the Matterhorn Bobsleds or on Main Street, U.S.A. If you book the Holiday Time at the Disneyland® Resort Guided Tour, you’ll even get a special reserved spot for the parade!
Experience the wonder of the season with captivating attraction overlays and fantastical winter makeovers.
The holiday fun is back at Disneyland®’s Fantasyland Theatre! You can dive into making some cool crafts, belt out those holiday tunes you love, and take a few memorable photos with Disney characters and even Santa. It's sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
When you’re at Disney California Adventure® park, the folks in Cars Land really rev things up for the holidays! Grab a spot among all the bright lights, festive wreaths, and cute Christmas cones just before sunset to catch that awesome neon glow as day turns into night. Holiday entertainment at Disneyland® this year is a lot more colorful. Thanks to our favorite Disney and Pixar characters gracing all the street parties and parades.
The winter season in Radiator Springs transforms into a delightful experience as you take a spin on Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl in his festive backyard, all while enjoying the car-tastic original renditions of holiday classics at Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. Everything sparkles beautifully around here!
The Disney Festival of the Holidays kicks off again at Disney California Adventure® park from Nov. 14, 2025, until Jan. 7, 2026. Get ready for a vibrant celebration filled with tasty treats, live entertainment every day, and some pretty good food and merchandise to try and buy.
Get ready for some festive food stands popping up around the park, where you can grab tasty new and familiar eats, like the super popular braised pork belly adobo.
You can catch a lively group of Holiday Toy Drummers dancing to joyful tunes or check out the “Mickey’s Happy Holidays” parade with characters from Disney and Pixar.
On certain days, Mirabel and her pals from Walt Disney Animation Studios classic “Encanto” hit the streets to share stories and sing some catchy tunes from the movie.
If you're hanging out at Carthay Circle on Buena Vista Street on certain days, make sure to check out “A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland® & Miguel!” They're doing some awesome bilingual performances of beloved Christmas melodies. And at the end, you might see Miguel from Pixar's “Coco” show up!
Swing by Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure® for Disney ¡Viva Navidad! It's such a warm celebration, celebrating Latin American holiday vibes with a fun Disney twist—you'll find live holiday music, cool crafts, festive decorations, yummy food, and even see Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and the Three Caballeros.
On special days, the “Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party” brightens up the scene with folklórico dancers, mariachis, samba performers, and others, with The Three Caballeros leading the show in a cool blend of rhythm and bright colors.
Don’t miss the chance to look at the new holiday stuff at Elias & Co., Emporium, World of Disney, and a couple of other cool shopping places. The festive colors and Santa Mickey artwork in the latest Mickey Mouse Family Christmas Collection truly capture the spirit of Christmas, blending nostalgia with a touch of fun! You'll find a variety of apparel, accessories, and home decor that would be great as souvenirs or gifts for your loved ones.
Don't miss out on the numerous limited-time, festive food and drink offerings across the Disneyland® Resort, featuring favorites like the returning peppermint cold brew and the charming Mickey-shaped gingerbread cookie.
The Disney kitchens celebrate the holidays too! And while the resort's culinary masters are still finalizing the menu in celebration of the holidays, do check out the best restaurants at the two main theme parks inside Disneyland®: Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park.
Celebration of the holidays at the Disneyland® Resort is not exclusive to theme parks! Your time at Disneyland® will be extremely jolly and merry, with the spirit of the holidays sprinkled throughout the resort.
This holiday season, indulge in some magical character dining experiences! A fresh addition is the experience called Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast at Storytellers Cafe, located in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Also, join Daisy and Donald Duck at Daisy’s Holiday Pajama Party for a festive breakfast and brunch at the same cafe.
For a festive celebration, Goofy’s Kitchen is offering a special holiday event at Disneyland® Hotel. And let’s not forget the charming Holiday Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Hearthstone Lounge in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
FunEx PRO Tip: Holidays at Disney parks are made more convenient! Check the Disneyland® App for updates on showtimes, reservations, and more.
Downtown Disney District becomes a festive wonderland during the holiday season, featuring nightly "snowfall." Enjoy twinkling lights, winter décor, and live music at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage, along with various seasonal food and drink options.
This year, Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail invites visitors to find special ornaments in the area. Buy a map from a retail store, go on the hunt, and exchange it for a keepsake.
With the holiday season at Disneyland® coming early, you can count the days of Christmas down in the most fun and magical way. The festivities around the resort will run throughout Christmas and New Year, so there's still a lot of time for you to come to Disneyland® Resort. Plus, the Disneyland® 70th Anniversary celebration is still ongoing, so make sure to grab your Disneyland® discount tickets now for the merriest Christmas parties and the most enchanting celebration of the holidays.
For our Floridian FunExplorers who are excited for the holidays, don't worry because Walt Disney World® has prepared the merriest Christmas parties for you, with the 2025 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights. If you're already planning a trip to Disneyland® this year, go for it! Disneyland® during the holiday season is mind-blowingly magical, so be sure not to miss it!
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