Disneyland Resort Events Calendar 2025

Lunar New Year CelebrationDisney California Adventure Park hosts festive food, décor, and a Mulan-themed procession — Jan 17 to Feb 16.
Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite (after-hours):Enjoy romantic cavalcades, themed jazz cruise, live music, and special photo ops. Ticketed; select nights Jan 21, 23, 28; Feb 4, 6, 9, 11, 13.

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival:A foodie event with themed marketplaces, demos, tastings, and seminars — Feb 28 to Apr 21, 2025.
Disneyland After Dark: 90s Nite (after-hours):A nostalgic themed party night in Disneyland Park — March 4 & 6.
Season of the Force (Star Wars festival):Includes Shadows of Memory projection show, Hyperspace Mountain, special food and merchandise — Mar 28 to May 11. Luke Skywalker appearances added.
Star Wars Nite (Disneyland After Dark):Select evenings with immersive Star Wars entertainment — Apr 8, 10, 22, 24, 29; May 1, 4 & 6.

Disneyland 70th Anniversary – “Celebrate Happy!”Major milestone event running May 16, 2025, through Summer 2026. Features:
- Celebrate Happy Cavalcade parade
- Tapestry of Happiness projection show on “it’s a small world”
- Paint the Night Parade returns (from May 14)
- Wondrous Journeys fireworks spectacular
- Pixar-themed daytime parade: Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!
- World of Color Happiness! nighttime show in DCA
- New dining, merch, décor, and anniversary song by the Jonas Brothers.
Opening of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” stage show in Opera HouseDebuts on July 17, 2025 (Disneyland’s actual opening day), then alternates throughout day with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln

Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite (after-hours):Colorful, themed experience with exclusive entertainment and photo-ops — Jun 16 & 18.

Halloween Time at Disneyland ResortSeasonal overlays including Haunted Mansion Holiday, it’s a small world Holiday, special décor, snacks & entertainment — Aug 23 to Oct 31.
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at DCA (after-hours):Ticketed Halloween event with entertainment, themed treats, cavalcades, and more — Aug 25 to Oct 31, select nights.

Holidays at Disneyland ResortFestive transformation across both parks and Downtown Disney, including themed shows and holiday décor — mid-November through Dec 31.

At-a-Glance Table

Timeframe	Event	Location
Jan 17–Feb 16	Lunar New Year Celebration	DCA
Jan–Feb (select nights)	Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite	Disneyland Park
Feb 28–Apr 21	Food & Wine Festival	DCA
Mar 4 & 6	Disneyland After Dark: 90s Nite	Disneyland Park
Mar 28–May 11	Season of the Force (Star Wars Festival)	Disneyland Resort
Apr 8–May 6 (select nights)	Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite	Disneyland Park
May 16–Summer 2026	70th Anniversary "Celebrate Happy!"	Both parks
Jul 17	Walt Disney – A Magical Life show launch	Disneyland – Opera House
Jun 16 & 18	Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite	Disneyland Park
Aug 23–Oct 31	Halloween Time	Both parks
Aug 25–Oct 31 (select nights)	Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party	DCA
Mid-November–Dec 31	Holidays at Disneyland Resort	Both parks

High-energy after-hours events like Sweethearts’, Pride, 90s and Star Wars Nites offer unique entertainment and themed food/merch for fans.
The 70th Anniversary celebration is Disneyland’s biggest annual event, featuring iconic parades, projection and fireworks shows across both parks.
Seasonal promotions like Lunar New Year, Food & Wine Festival, and Halloween Time provide immersive decor, food, and experiences.
The brand-new Walt Disney – A Magical Life show opens on July 17 and will rotate with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln for the next year.

Purchase tickets early for after-hours events; they sell out quickly.
Use the Disneyland mobile app to check daily schedules and reserve experiences.
Timing is everything—visit during early or late hours for headliner attractions to reduce wait times.
Factor in special event menus and themed merchandise availability when planning meals or souvenirs.