Celebrate the Holidays at Disneyland and California Adventure

Celebrate the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Theme Parks

Each year, the Disneyland Resort undergoes a breathtaking transformation into a sparkling winter wonderland. The beloved “Holidays at the Disneyland Resort,” featuring the vibrant Disney Festival of Holidays and the lively Disney ¡Viva Navidad!, are set to return on November 14, 2025, continuing their magic through January 7, 2026.

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Holidays at Disneyland Park

As you stroll into Disneyland park, you may spot Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and some of their friends in sparkling new outfits. These designs are a “holiday spin” on their clothing from the 70^thCelebration. Shimmering greens, reds and golds steal the show, with 70^th nods throughout.

While snow is very rare in Southern California, magical “snowfall” drifts down each night during Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, where 80,000 shimmering lights transform the castle into a snowy, sparkling wonder. Don’t miss the breathtaking “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular, with flurries gliding along Main Street, U.S.A., near “it’s a small world” Holiday and the Rivers of America.

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., in a warm celebration of the season.

For a terrific view, post up near “it’s a small world” Holiday, along the parade route next to the Matterhorn Bobsleds or Main Street, U.S.A. Reserved viewing for the parade is included when you book the Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour.

You may also choose to immerse yourself in the magic of the season through attraction overlays, like the whimsical winter makeover of “it’s a small world” Holiday and the merrily macabre Haunted Mansion Holiday.

“Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends!” returns to the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland park to spread holiday cheer. Engage in craft-making, sing-alongs to beloved holiday classics and magical photo opportunities with select Disney characters and Santa himself.

Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park

At Disney California Adventure park, your friends in Cars Land really step on the gas when it comes to getting merry! Park yourself amid the colorful lights, wreaths, bows and Christmas-y cones right before sunset for a neon-lit “Sh-Boom” transition from day to night.

Winter in Radiator Springs is especially fun when you ride Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl in his decked-out backyard and hear tow-riffic original lyrics to holiday classics on Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. Things sure do shine up nice ‘round these parts!

Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park

Disney Festival of Holidays returns to Disney California Adventure park Nov. 14, 2025, through Jan. 7, 2026. This festival is bursting with color, culture and cheer — showcasing a diverse season of celebrations through delicious food, a daily rotation of live entertainment and unique merchandise.

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 Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “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, sharing holiday greetings and posing for photo opportunities.

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 Pixar Animation Studios’ “Coco.” 

Celebrate Culture and Familia at Disney ¡Viva Navidad!

Head to Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure for the return of Disney ¡Viva Navidad!, a heartwarming celebration inspired by Latin American holiday traditions — with a spirited Disney twist! Delight in 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” lights up the area with folklórico dancers, mariachis, samba performers and more, led by The Three Caballeros in a vibrant display of rhythm and color.

Once-in-a-Lifetime Lineup with the Disneyland Resort 70^th Celebration

Select entertainment from the 70^th Celebrationwill continue during the holiday season, so you’ll still be able to enjoy the “World of Color Happiness!” nighttime spectacular and “Tapestry of Happiness” projections. “Paint the Night” parade and other entertainment experiences will pause temporarily during the holiday season and resume at a later date.

Areas and attractions around the resort will retain special touches, including decorative accents and the colorful castle photo opportunity in the esplanade. Interactive MagicBand+ locations and the Key to Disneyland lock stations will remain available through the season.

Now that you’ve gotten a sparkling glimpse of what’s to come, we hope you’re as excited about your visit during this season as we are!