The holiday season at Disneyland Resort is always filled with joy and wonder, but the 2024 season promises to be even more special. Running from November 15, 2024, through January 6, 2025, the holidays at Disneyland Resort will combine beloved traditions with exciting new experiences, including the grand opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park. Here’s a comprehensive look at everything you can expect during this enchanting time of year.
New Disneyland Resort 2024 Holidays Offerings
This year, Disneyland Resort is introducing several new holiday experiences that are sure to delight guests of all ages:
Santa’s Holiday Appearances
Santa Claus will make special appearances throughout Disneyland Resort, creating magical memories with guests:
- Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland Park: Santa will host festive activities, including cookie decorating, craft making, and storytelling, all set to atmospheric holiday music.
- Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in Disney California Adventure: Another location where guests can meet Santa and capture holiday photos.
- Resort Hotels: Santa will also visit Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel, and Pixar Place Hotel until December 24.
- A Christmas Fantasy Parade: Don’t miss Santa’s appearance in the parade finale at Disneyland Park.
Character Holiday Outfits
Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will debut new holiday looks, inspired by the tradition of writing warm letters to loved ones. Their friends, dressed in festive attire, will greet guests on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland and Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure.
Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail
From November 22, 2024, through January 1, 2025, explore Downtown Disney District as you search for special ornaments hidden among holiday trees and lights. Purchase an activity map at select locations and redeem it for a collectible keepsake at World of Disney or Disney’s Pin Traders.
Holiday-Themed Food and Merchandise
Indulge in holiday-themed food and beverages available throughout Disneyland Resort. Fan favorites like the Mickey Gingerbread will return, alongside novelties such as the Holiday stainless steel tumbler. New holiday merchandise collections, including Mickey Mouse Family Christmas, Holiday Red, and Snowman, will be available at various locations like World of Disney and Emporium.
Festive Dining Experiences
- Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays!: Starting November 19, 2024, enjoy holiday-themed dining at Disneyland Hotel, where Goofy and friends will entertain guests.
- Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party: For the first time, Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will offer a holiday-themed breakfast and brunch, with Mickey and friends dressed in festive pajamas.
Returning Holiday Favorites
In addition to new offerings, many beloved holiday traditions will return to Disneyland Resort:
Holiday Decor and Entertainment
The resort will be adorned with sparkling holiday decor, creating the perfect backdrop for family photos. Highlights include:
- Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour: This tour offers guests a chance to learn about Disney holiday traditions, enjoy themed treats, and secure reserved viewing for A Christmas Fantasy Parade.
- Hotel Festivities: All three Disneyland Resort hotels will feature festive decor, including a massive gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and new decorations at Pixar Place Hotel. Special in-room celebrations and holiday-themed activities will also be available.
Disneyland Resort 2024 Holidays Nighttime Spectaculars
- “Believe…In Holiday Magic” Fireworks Spectacular: This enchanting show will light up the sky over Disneyland Park each night, with “snowfall” adding a wintry touch to Main Street, U.S.A., Rivers of America, and the west end of Downtown Disney.
- “World of Color – Season of Light”: At Disney California Adventure, hundreds of fountains will dance to festive music, with shimmering “snowflakes” filling Paradise Bay during this nighttime spectacular, presented by Pandora Jewelry.
Seasonal Attraction Overlays
- “it’s a small world” Holiday: Celebrate a world of cheer with a seasonal overlay of this classic attraction.
- Haunted Mansion Holiday: Inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, this beloved overlay will once again transform the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park.
- Cars Land Overlays: In Disney California Adventure, Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree will return, bringing holiday cheer to Radiator Springs.
Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad!
The Disney Festival of Holidays will return to Disney California Adventure, celebrating the rich diversity of Southern California’s holiday traditions:
- Festive Food Marketplaces: Savor a variety of holiday-inspired dishes and beverages, with new and returning menu items available at the Festive Food Marketplaces and select dining locations. The Sip and Savor Pass will offer guests the chance to sample multiple treats with either a four-coupon or eight-coupon version.
- Live Entertainment: Enjoy a diverse array of live performances, including music and dance that reflect various cultural traditions. The Mickey’s Happy Holidays cavalcade will bring a joyful rhythm to the park as Disney characters march to festive music.
- Disney ¡Viva Navidad!: Paradise Gardens at Disney California Adventure will host the vibrant Disney ¡Viva Navidad! festivities, featuring daily crafts, live music, and food inspired by Latin American traditions. Guests can meet Mickey, Minnie, The Three Caballeros, and Mirabel from Encanto. The Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party will feature folklórico dancers, mariachis, samba dancers, and more.
Grand Opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
The holiday season will be even more magical with the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on November 15, 2024, at Disneyland Park. This highly anticipated attraction, inspired by The Princess and the Frog, will take guests on a musical journey through the bayou with Princess Tiana and jazz-loving alligator Louis. Expect original music, reimagined versions of favorite songs, and intricate details that bring the bayou to life.
In conjunction with the attraction, Disneyland Park’s new Bayou Country area will feature themed merchandise locations, including Ray’s Berets and Louis’ Critter Club, where guests can find items inspired by Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
With the return of beloved traditions, the debut of exciting new experiences, and the grand opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, the 2024 holiday season at Disneyland Resort is shaping up to be one of the most magical yet. Whether you’re planning to enjoy the festive decor, indulge in holiday treats, or explore the new Bayou Country, Disneyland Resort offers countless ways to create unforgettable holiday memories with your loved ones. Don’t miss this enchanting time at The Happiest Place on Earth!
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