Dates for 2025 Disneyland Resort Special Events

you going to the Disneyland Resort in 2025? If so, there are some fun special events that will take place throughout the year that you should be aware of. Here’s the lowdown on what you can experience and when.

Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure will take place from January 17-February 16. This year will be a celebration of the Year of the Snake. Offerings inspired by Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean traditions. In 2025, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will debut all-new outfits with representations of traditional Korean attire. Offerings include the “Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year Celebration” water short, “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” on select days, daily live musical performances and Asian-inspired menu items across six Lunar New Year marketplaces and select dining locations.

Anaheim Ducks Day

Anaheim Ducks Day will be January 24. It will be held at Disney California Adventure and fans will be able to enjoy a cavalcade, appearances by select Anaheim Ducks players, themed games and more. Plus, Anaheim Ducks Day Overtime will be at the Downtown Disney District. This exciting fan zone will include entertainment, fun activities and photo opportunities.

Celebrate Gospel

Celebrate Gospel at will take place at Disneyland Park on February 8 and 15. The uplifting annual concert will include performances by community choirs from across Southern California and award-winning artists.

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival will occur from February 28-April 21.  This foodie event celebrates the Golden State. There will be ten marketplaces – including two that have new themes. There will also be live entertainment and the return of fan-favorites such as Chef Goofy, bookable culinary experiences and Soarin’ Over California.

Season of the Force

Season of the Force will take place at Disneyland Park from March 28-May 11. “Fire of the Rising Moons” will be performed nightly at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with new projection effects and galactic music. The show will even ben enhanced with fireworks on select nights. Plus, Hyperspace Mountain will return to Tomorrowland.

Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party

Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party will take place during the Summer. The one-day event at California Adventure and two-day event at Downtown Disney are set to return with lively entertainment, Disney Jr. character encounters and activities that families with young children will enjoy.

Halloween Time

Halloween Time will take place in 2025 from August 22-October 31. This time of the year includes themed attractions, not-so-scary entertainment and autumn-inspired food and beverages.

Plaza de la Familia

Plaza de la Familia will be at Disney California Adventure from August 22-November 2. “Coco” comes to life and the spirit of Día de Los Muertos can be found during this time frame.

Holidays at Disneyland Resort

The Holiday season at the Disneyland Resort will take place from November 14, 2025-January 7, 2026. This season brings wintry décor, festive entertainment and more throughout the whole resort. Disney Festival of Holidays returns to Disney California Adventure. The event features specialty menu items, live entertainment and family activities.

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