Disneyland Resort Kicks Off Grand 70th Anniversary Celebration with Spectacular Events, New Attractions, and Themed Offerings

Anaheim, Ca (May 15 , 2025/LAPost) – The Disneyland Resort is rolling out the magic carpet for its 70th anniversary celebration, launching a yearlong extravaganza that has already welcomed thousands of global media and influencers for an exclusive four-day preview experience. The festivities officially begin this Friday, following star-studded media previews, including a grand banquet for 1,000 guests held Wednesday night in a specially decorated area of the park.

A Festive Transformation

The entire resort is immersed in a sea of dreamy blues, vibrant magentas, and royal purples, with Sleeping Beauty Castle gleaming under its new golden medallion crown 👑. Every corner pulses with the celebratory anthem “Celebrate Happy”, composed specially for this milestone event.

At the entrance, a floral Mickey Mouse welcomes visitors, while Main Street, U.S.A. dazzles with colorful banners and bunting, setting the stage for a joyous celebration.

Daytime & Nighttime Spectacles That Steal the Show

🎠 “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” – This heartwarming daytime parade at Disney California Adventure Park brings Pixar’s most beloved stories to life, with characters from Up, Turning Red, and Luca uniting in a vibrant celebration of friendship.

🌙 Nighttime Magic:

• “Paint the Night” – The legendary million-LED-light parade makes its triumphant return, blending dazzling floats from Frozen, Cars, and The Little Mermaid with Disney’s signature storytelling.

• “World of Color – Happiness!” – A brand-new water, fire, and light spectacular erupts over Paradise Bay, syncing fireworks, lasers, and music with nostalgic Disney moments—guaranteed to make childhood memories “explode with joy”!

Emotional Reactions from Global Influencers

The celebration touched hearts across cultures and regions. Taiwanese influencer “Wow4ivan” was visibly moved after experiencing the nighttime castle spectacular, telling local media: “It was so spectacular that I cried real tears – the lights, music and fireworks created pure magic!”

From mainland China, popular Xiaohongshu travel blogger “Simon” and his two-person crew conducted an in-depth exploration of the park, capturing extensive footage and photos. “Every detail is perfect for content creation,” Simon noted while filming the Pixar parade. “Our followers will love seeing these magical moments.”

Exclusive Merch & Interactive Magic

Fans can snag limited-edition 70th-anniversary collectibles, including the must-have “Disney Key” 🔑—an interactive toy that unlocks surprises at nine special locations across the park. Themed treats and vibrant merchandise add to the celebratory vibe.

A Global Celebration with Star-Studded Previews

Disneyland pulled out all the stops for media and influencers, hosting a lavish private banquet and granting behind-the-scenes access to the new experiences. Amanda Luna, Disneyland’s merchandising manager and anniversary spokesperson, emphasized the resort’s global appeal: “Disneyland has parks in Shanghai and Hong Kong, and we will continue to partner with all of our global sites.”

Special Ticket Deals & Extended Fun

With celebrations running through summer 2026, guests have plenty of time to join the magic. Limited-time multi-day tickets start at just $120/day, making it easier than ever to experience the festivities.

“To all who come to this happy place… welcome!” —Walt Disney’s iconic words still ring true 70 years later, as Disneyland proves it’s still the happiest place on Earth.

(By: Richard Ren / LAPost)

（Photo by: Richard Ren/LAPost）