The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are returning is splendid fashion! They will return on November 14, 2025, and continue through January 7, 2026. And during the holiday season, some Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration entertainment will continue to take place too!
First things first, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and some of their friends will be found in in sparkling new outfits. These designs are a “holiday spin” on their clothing from the 70th Celebration.
In addition, magical “snowfall” drifts down each night during Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, where 80,000 shimmering lights transform the castle. You also don’t want to miss “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular.
You can also enjoy “A Christmas Fantasy Parade,” where beloved Disney characters, toy soldiers and dancing gingerbread cookies make their way down Main Street, U.S.A.
And you don’t want to miss the attraction overlays, like “it’s a small world” Holiday and Haunted Mansion Holiday.
“Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends!” returns to the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland. Guests can engage in craft-making, sing-alongs to beloved holiday classics and magical photo opportunities with select Disney characters and Santa himself.
At Disney California Adventure, experience two fun overlays in Cars Land with Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree.
There’s also the Disney Festival of Holidays which returns to Disney California Adventure from November 14, 2025, through January 7, 2026. This festival showcases a diverse season of celebrations through delicious food, daily live entertainment and unique merchandise.
Festive Food Marketplaces will be sprinkled in different areas of the park, where new and returning bites and beverages will be available. You can purchase a Sip and Savor Pass which includes six digital coupons that can be redeemed for select food and nonalcoholic beverages around Disney California Adventure.
The streets of Disney California Adventure park come alive with a blend of joyful music, dancing and cultural performances. You may spot a group of Holiday Toy Drummers marching to merry rhythms or the “Mickey’s Happy Holidays” cavalcade featuring both Disney and Pixar characters.
Also on select days, Mirabel from “Encanto” and her friends recount stories and perform hit songs from the film in the street performance, “Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season.” Mirabel is also among the characters rotating at the Paradise Gardens Park gazebo.
On select days at Carthay Circle on Buena Vista Street, keep an eye out for “A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel!” as they perform bilingual renditions of favorite holiday songs. Toward the end, you may spot Miguel from “Coco.”
At Paradise Gardens Park you can experience Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Enjoy live music, crafts, festive décor, flavorful dishes and appearances by Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and The Three Caballeros.
On select days, the “Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party” will take place with folklórico dancers, mariachis, samba performers and more, led by The Three Caballeros.
The Downtown Disney District transforms into a festive wonderland during the holiday season.
Stroll through twinkling lights and wintery décor, while enjoying the joyful sounds of live music at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage. Along the way, discover a sleigh-ful of merry food and beverage offerings, from sweet treats to cozy seasonal sips, available at participating locations.
Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail returns this year, inviting you to search for special ornaments hanging from trees throughout the Downtown Disney District. Purchase an activity map from a participating retail location, embark on your search, and exchange the map at a redemption location to receive a keepsake.
Select entertainment from the 70th Celebration will continue during the holiday season. You’ll still be able to enjoy the “World of Color Happiness!” nighttime spectacular and “Tapestry of Happiness” projections. However, “Paint the Night” parade and other entertainment experiences will pause temporarily during the holiday season and resume at a later date.
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