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Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates 9 Years with New Summer Fun
Summer has officially arrived at Shanghai Disney Resort, bringing a splash of magic to beat the heat! Get ready to embrace the warmer days with vibrant seasonal décor, your favorite characters sporting brand-new summer outfits, and a host of refreshing activities designed to help you cool off and have a blast.
All-New Character Summer Outfits
Mickey and Friends are soaking up the summer sun at Shanghai Disney Resort in all-new looks! You can find them decked out in trendy hats, chic sunglasses and vibrant tropical fruit-inspired outfits. Mickey is pairing a bucket hat with flamingo sunglasses and an eye-catching polka-dot shirt, while Minnie Mouse is wearing a sun hat and a checkered dress with cherries.
And of course, Duffy and his friends have prepared equally as cute voyage-inspired outfits! Not only is Duffy donning a sailor suit with an adorable whale vest, his friends are also wearing all-new looks inspired by sea creatures.
ShellieMay has handcrafted her very own shell and starfish accessories to match her dress, StellaLou has dressed herself as a mermaid and LinaBell is rocking an adorable octopus skirt.
Pixar-themed Experiences in Tomorrowland
If you’re a fan of Pixar, Shanghai Disney Resort is the place for you this summer! Starting on June 27, Pixar Adventurous Journey will debut in Tomorrowland.
This all-new walkthrough exhibition blends innovative Disney Storytelling with fun interactive elements across seven designed worlds inspired by Pixar Animation Studios films “Inside Out,” “Monsters, Inc,” “Finding Nemo,” “Turning Red,” “Coco,” “Up” and “Soul.”
The fun doesn’t stop there, you might even have the chance to meet some of the most beloved Pixar characters, including Joy and Sadness, Red Panda Mei, Sulley, Carl Fredricksen, Bing Bong, Edna “E” Mode and more!
And if you’re in need of a bite to eat, Stargazer Grill-Pixar Celebration has you covered with new eats from a Flamin’ Mad Burger & Friends inspired by “Inside Out” to “Turning Red”-themed Bouncy Bites Noodles and even an Eye-scream Melon Swirl that transports you into “Monsters, Inc.”
Stitch Crash Lands in Tomorrowland
It’s the summer of Stitch and he’s crashed landed at Shanghai Disney Resort! Starting on June 26, you’ll find Stitch Space Base, a photo area in Tomorrowland that blends Stitch’s chaos and charm all into one. Stitch, Lilo and Angel have also made their way to Galaxy Gathering, plus there’s themed shopping and dining experiences at Intergalactic Imports and Star Trail Snacks.
Don’t worry if you feel like there’s not enough time this summer to enjoy all things Stitch! Starting this fall, an all-new interactive game zone, Galaxy Play Lab, is coming to Tomorrowland.
Tinker Bell Makes Her Debut at Shanghai Disney Resort
To start the summer and in celebration of Shanghai Disney Resort’s ninth anniversary, Tinker Bell is making her grand debut on June 16! For a limited time, you might stumble upon this magical fairy over in Fantasyland.
Summer Activities to Cool Off
For those looking to embrace the summer, you won’t want to miss out on the refreshing, water-themed shows taking place throughout the park! “Disney Duffy’s Splashing Pre-Parade” is the perfect way to get into the summer mood and “’Summer Blast’ Castle Show” promises splashing fun starting July 2.
“Ralph Breaks the Dance Floor Summer Party,” “Backyard Splash Around,” “Disney Explorer Band” and summer versions of “The JAMMitors and Swabbie Fight” offer even more ways to enjoy the season. Plus, “The Rhythm of Adventure,” which invites you to explore the world of music from the cool comfort of Storehouse Stage is running from June 20 to August 24.
All around the resort, you’ll also find cooling zones and dedicated kids-care facilities and services, as well as tents with AC.
Summer Activities for Kids
On June 16, Junior Explorers Camp will open with a complete transformation of the former Excavation Site at Camp Discover. This adventurous play area allows young guests to train and become true explorers of Adventure Isle.
The area will be themed to three distinct zones of different natural environments: the ocean wonders of “Finding Nemo,” the cloud-high adventures of “Up” and the wild savanna of “The Lion King.”
Summer Food and Beverage
It wouldn’t be summer without themed eats to celebrate the season! This summer, the resort is rolling out all-new dishes from fruit-inspired pastries at CookieAnn Bakery to Spiral Snack’s Pineapple Shaved Ice at Snackin’ Kraken.
And of course, there’s adorable Disney character-themed souvenirs you can’t miss, including the Disney LinaBell Souvenir Cup and the Mickey Mouse-themed sipper.
Summer-themed Merchandise
Three new merchandise collections are also making their debut this summer at Shanghai Disney Resort! For those who love a summer pool party, the 2025 Mickey and Friends Summer Vibes Collection might be your choice.
If you prefer spending the warmer days on a beach, the 2025 Summer Duffy and Friends Ocean Party Collection could be your pick. And if you’d rather spend your vacation in a tropical destination, the 2025 Stitch and Angel Tropical Beach Collection has you covered.
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