Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney’s California Adventure Park

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Today, February 8, Disney California Adventure is celebrating its 20 year anniversary! When the park opened in 2001, it was part of the largest expansion in Disney history at the time. For the past 20 years, guests at the Disneyland Resort have been captivated by the imagination, creativity and evolution of Disney California Adventure park.

Related-Snack Carts Return to Disney’s California Adventure

The theme parks at the Disneyland Resort remain closed, but today we take a look at some of our favorite spots in Disney California Adventure.


Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney's California Adventure Park

We start by taking a step back in time, strolling down the idyllic Buena Vista Street. The boulevard depicts a typical Los Angeles neighborhood where a young Walt Disney lived and worked after arriving in Southern California in 1923.

Related-WandaVision Photo Op now open in California Adventure

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney's California Adventure Park

Take a deep breath and soak in the great outdoors at Grizzly Peak. Once your moment of respite passes, think about braving Grizzly River Run, a one-stop destination for thrill-seeking rafters.

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney's California Adventure Park

Peruse the boardwalk-inspired Paradise Gardens Park filled with retro-style fun. It’s even groovier at night!

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Then, let’s enter the wonderful worlds of Pixar and discover four whimsical neighborhoods at Pixar Pier’s seaside waterfront—Incredibles Park, Toy Story Boardwalk, Pixar Promenade and Inside Out Headquarters.

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney's California Adventure Park

A favorite spot for foodies, eat your way through Pacific Wharf and enjoy the charming waterfront setting.

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney's California Adventure Park

Slow down as you cruise through the vibrant Radiator Springs, taking in the majestic Ornament Valley and living the stories of your favorite “Cars” characters in Cars Land. No trip is complete without revving your engine on the high-octane Radiator Springs Racers!

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Disney's California Adventure Park

It’s easy to feel like a star in Tinseltown when you step into the lights, cameras and action of Hollywood Land.

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And coming soon is the new Marvel-themed land, Avengers Campus. This land is dedicated to discovering, recruiting and training the next generation of heroes and will open at a future top-secret date.

Related-Disney’s California Adventure will be hosting a limited-time ticketed Food & Beverage Experience

Also, coming next month to Disney California Adventure is a limited-time ticketed food and beverage experience. Stay tuned for more information about that!

What is your favorite memory from Disney California Adventure park?


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Sara is a travel agent with Destinations to Travel, a Disney Earmarked agency. She lives in Alaska with her husband and 3 kids. Due to her extreme dislike of winter, she travels often to warmer destinations during the colder months. She visits the Disney parks and resorts frequently with her family and loves helping other families plan magical vacations. Contact her here for help with your vacation!
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