Celebrate Black History Month at Disneyland with Special Concerts, Foods and More

Experience the Heart and Soul of Black History Month at Disneyland

Black History Month is the perfect time to “Celebrate Soulfully” at the Disneyland Resort! Whether you’re catching a live performance or exploring new flavors, you’ll find the park filled with the rich sounds of jazz and gospel, stunning cultural art, and limited-time dishes that honor Black heritage. It’s an incredible opportunity for families to immerse themselves in a unique blend of Disney magic and soulful storytelling right in the heart of California.

Lighting up the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage for the first time, the beloved “Celebrate Gospel” concerts return to Disneyland Resort for two weekends in 2026: February 20-21 and February 27-28. Grammy Award-winning gospel music performers will headline the two weekends, featuring Bishop Hezekiah Walker on February 21 and Yolanda Adams on February 28.

The soul-stirring annual event, which does not require park admission, also features community choirs from across Southern California for two exciting weekends of uplifting entertainment. 

Vibrant Displays Honoring Black Leaders

In celebration of Black History Month, a brand-new heritage trail of dynamic displays will debut across the resort, celebrating influential Black leaders, artists, and thinkers from the past and present.

From Frontierland to Hollywood Land and various spots in between, each display will recognize how these inspiring individuals shaped culture and industries for generations. Keep your eyes peeled to spot these tributes, including Leah Chase at Tiana’s Palace, Martha Blanding on Main Street, U.S.A., Floyd Norman on Buena Vista Street, and more!

From savory classics to tasty favorites, continue the celebration with delectable dishes crafted to honor the rich stories of Black heritage. Here are a couple of this year’s limited-time food options:

Tiana’s Palace (Mobile order available)

(Available Jan. 30 through March 2)

• French Quarter Fried Chicken Bowl: Spicy honey-glazed fried chicken served with baked macaroni and cheese and collard greens

Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining

(Available Jan. 30 through March 2)

• New Orleans BBQ Shrimp: Cajun battered shrimp served with cheesy polenta, onions, peppers, celery and a New Orleans BBQ butter sauce

Celebrate Black Heritage at Disneyland All Year Long

Don’t miss the chance to experience this exciting slate of Celebrate Soulfully offerings in honor of Black History Month. Plus, explore an array of experiences that celebrate Black heritage and culture all year long at Disneyland Resort.

Meet Princess Tiana in New Orleans Square and take a ride on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Bayou Country at Disneyland park.

Soak in the soulful singer Dime and her jazz quartet as Five & Dime perform hits on Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure park or train with Black Panther’s personal guard during “Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje” in Avengers Campus.

At select times in the afternoons and evenings, you may see Joe Gardner from Pixar Animation Studios’ Soul playing smooth jazz tunes in the lobby of Pixar Place Hotel.

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