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More Magical Surprises for Disneyland®’s 70th Anniversary!

Posted on March 14, 2025

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We hope your calendars are set because the countdown is on for the happiest celebration on Earth!

With Disneyland®'s 70th Anniversary kicking off on May 16, 2025, and running through summer 2026, the excitement is reaching new heights.

While we’ve already shared must-know event details, highlights, and tips in a separate blog, today, we’re unveiling even more magical surprises that will make this milestone event truly unforgettable!

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Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland® with Special Entertainment

Famous for its breathtaking amusements and spectacles, Disneyland®’s 70th-anniversary celebration will feature new entertainment experiences alongside the return of beloved fan favorites throughout the resort.

Adding to the anniversary excitement, a cheerful new anthem, "Celebrate Happy," will be the soundtrack of the festivities which will be performed by the iconic American pop-rock band Jonas Brothers. (Team Jonas, rejoice!) Listen to "Celebrate Happy" on your preferred music platform starting May 13.

Here’s an inside scoop on the additional updates:

World of Color Happiness! Makes a Spectacular Debut at Disney California Adventure® Park

Colorful animated characters stand in a vibrant scene filled with swirling lights and energy. They display a variety of expressions and seem to interact dynamically with one another. The background is full of bright, neon colors and abstract shapes, creating a lively and whimsical atmosphere. Each character is distinct, contributing to the overall feeling of excitement and movement in the scene.
  • This brand-new nighttime show draws inspiration from Walt Disney’s heartfelt words during the park’s dedication seven decades ago: “To all who come to this happy place … welcome!”

  • It will delve into the concept of "happy" through a dynamic spectrum of emotions, guided by Joy and her fellow Emotions from Pixar Animation Studios' beloved films "Inside Out" and "Inside Out 2".

  • Before it begins, over a dozen of The Muppets, guided by Joe the Legal Weasel, will have a special message through vibrant projections and energetic fountains.

  • As the show unfolds, the Emotions channel music and iconic moments from other cherished Pixar Animation Studios movies such as "The Incredibles" and "Turning Red", along with classics from Walt Disney Animation Studios, like "Tangled", Encanto, "A Goofy Movie, and much more.

  • Prepare to be amazed as World of Color Happiness! will turn Paradise Bay with mesmerizing signature fountains, dramatic flames, fog, interactive lights, and luminous lasers—creating musical memories that only "World of Color" can deliver.

  • Besides classic Disney® tunes and timeless favorites, Legendary R&B group Boyz II Men will perform a soulful rendition of "Rainbow Connection," and Fitz and the Tantrums' lead singer, FITZ, will introduce a brand-new original song, "Makes Me Wanna Move," written especially for "World of Color."

  • By the time the show concludes, you’ll see that happiness is a colorful tapestry of emotions, and Disneyland® Resort is the place where all those hues come together in perfect harmony.

The Astonishing Return of Disney California Adventure® Park’s Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! Parade

  • This daytime parade is brimming with colorful floats, fantastic music, and more than two dozen adored characters from Pixar Animation Studios films like "Up", Luca, and a whole lot more.

  • It will present uplifting and soul-stirring narratives from esteemed Pixar films, honoring camaraderie and beyond.

A New Character Cavalcade at Disneyland® Park: The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade

  • Encounter iconic characters along the parade route as they invite you to clap along and dance in a lively, modern celebration of seven decades of happiness.

  • And yes, you might catch a glimpse of Max and Goofy dressed in their special 70th-anniversary outfits, along with rare Disneyland® friends like ShellieMay and Duffy.

Mickey and Friends’ New 70th Anniversary Look

  • Tada! Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their friends will arrive in style at Town Square in Disneyland® Park, wearing custom outfits created especially for the celebration.

  • Make sure you bring your camera so you won't miss a photo op with your favorite pals in their playful and modern costumes adorned with sparkling embellishments and bold pops of color.

The Much-Anticipated Walt Disney – A Magical Life at Disneyland® Park

  • Discover the remarkable story of Walt Disney's life in this visually stunning cinematic adventure, featuring remastered footage, audio recordings, and Audio-Animatronics.

  • New opening date: July 17 at Disneyland® Park's Main Street Opera House theater.

Get Ready For Tapestry of Happiness at Disneyland® Park

  • Tapestry of Happiness is a warm and touching visual love letter to Disneyland®. It will show us that regardless of age or where we reside, we all find common ground in this happy place, reconnecting with the pure joy of our inner child in ways that are deeply personal and meaningful.

  • It's an animated mosaic, capturing the magic of Disneyland®’s attractions, unforgettable moments, and lasting memories, all brought to life with a style influenced by the renowned Disney® artist Mary Blair.

  • It will entail the original 70th celebration anthem, "Celebrate Happy," alongside references to Disneyland® melodies spanning the years.

Paint the Night Parade is Back at Disneyland® Park

A vibrant parade float features animated characters from popular films. On the left, a glowing dog character with long ears carries two toy-sized figures. On the right, a brightly lit truck with expressive eyes showcases vivid red and orange lights. The background is illuminated with multicolored neon buildings, creating a lively nighttime atmosphere.
  • This thrilling evening parade will illuminate Main Street, U.S.A.®, with captivating colors and over a million radiant LED lights. Additionally, expect groundbreaking floats, entrancing music, dazzling costumes, stunning special effects, and electrifying performances.

  • It will highlight cherished characters and stories from Pixar films such as “Toy Story”, “Cars,” and Monsters, Inc.,” and Disney® Animation films including “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Little Mermaid,” and more.

  • Anna and Elsa are also set to rejoin the crowd-favorite Frozen float as it returns to Main Street, U.S.A.®, for the first time since its original debut.

The Grand Return of Wondrous Journeys at Disneyland® Park

  • "Wondrous Journeys" honors the timeless legacy of Walt Disney Animation Studios classics that helped shape Walt Disney®’s original magic kingdom.

  • The night will be teeming with melody, creativity, tales, and heart as you experience moments from precious stories such as “Peter Pan,” “The Princess and the Frog," “Hercules,” “Encanto”, “Moana,” and beyond.

  • It will also include immersive projection effects that transform Sleeping Beauty Castle, “it’s a small world”®, Main Street, U.S.A.®, and the Rivers of America. And of course, there will also be fireworks on certain nights.

Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland® with Splendid Décors

Sleeping Beauty Castle with Medallion

Colorful castle with tall spires and a bridge adorned with vibrant red and blue banners celebrating its 70th anniversary. Flags atop the turrets flutter in the breeze under a serene sky with soft clouds. Visitors gather near the entrance, creating a lively atmosphere. Lush greenery and fountains enhance the picturesque scene, evoking a sense of enchantment and excitement.
  • In the area connecting Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park, your eyes will catch a towering 50-foot modern sculpture inspired by Sleeping Beauty Castle, with its vivid glass panels and golden charms symbolizing the five original lands.

  • Sleeping Beauty Castle will also be enhanced with an elegant medallion just in time for the 70th-anniversary celebration.

Floral Displays + Mickey and Minnie Installation

  • Upon entering Disneyland® Park, floral Mickey will greet you with a brilliant array of flowers, as multi-colored banners and bunting add a celebratory flair to Main Street, U.S.A.®.

  • At the center of Town Square, a special anniversary setup of Mickey and Minnie awaits.

Special Touches to Select Attractions Throughout Disneyland® Resort

  • Inside Disneyland’s “it’s a small world”®, Miguel, accompanied by his loyal alebrije, Dante, from Pixar’s "Coco", will harmonize with the other children. Framed by the breathtaking marigold bridge, this fresh addition will be impossible to miss when the attraction reopens on April 25, 2025.

  • The toys are also in for the celebration! Head over to Toy Story Midway Mania! at Disney California Adventure® Park to spot tributes to the 70th anniversary while battling for the best score in thrilling carnival-inspired games.

The 70th Anniversary Colors will also grace Carthay Circle Restaurant

  • When night falls, the restaurant’s exterior draws people in to 'celebrate happy' with an exciting blend of music, lights, and projection effects.

Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland® with Much-Have Souvenirs

Celebration Merch

Browse the 70th anniversary merchandise collections, featuring plush toys, ears, apparel, and home decor. Whether for yourself or as a gift, you're sure to find the perfect keepsake to remember this milestone celebration.

The Happiest Celebration is Drawing Near!

A group of four people are joyfully walking down a lively street, including a girl wearing Minnie Mouse ears with a red bow. The woman next to her and another woman in the group are also wearing Minnie Mouse ears. The atmosphere is bright and cheerful, with colorful buildings and a sunny sky in the background, creating a fun and festive environment perfect for an amusement park visit.

Indeed! Disney® loves creating more happy and magical surprises, but one thing's for sure—this anniversary celebration is shaping up to be one for the history books!

So, if Disneyland® holds a special place in your heart, you should never miss out on this sought-after festivity! Grab your Disneyland® discount tickets via FunEx now.

What are you most excited about? Thanks for reading this blog!

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