The 2024 Pixar Fest has started at Disneyland Resort and we’re sharing ALL THE DETAILS from the festival!

We’re ready to check out all the fun happening all over Disneyland Resort from meeting special characters, checking out entertainment, and more! Let’s GO!

Festival Dates

Pixar Fest runs from April 26th through August 4th, 2024, the fun with Pixar pals — and MUCH more — will span both parks (Disneyland and Disney California Adventure), Downtown Disney, and beyond!

From parades and special character appearances to new activities and limited-time eats and souvenirs, there’s going to be so much to explore!

Getting Started

Walking into the parks this morning, we noticed that security lines weren’t too bad!

This was right at the beginning of the park day, around 8AM. As the day went on, we noticed there were some longer lines for souvenirs…

However, crowds around the park in general weren’t too bad!

This was still before noon, so it is possible we’ll see crowds go up later in the day.

Signs and Decor

We absolutely LOVE all the different Pixar Fest decor you can find around the park — it really makes it feel like the big celebration it is!

You’ll find banners with different Pixar characters all throughout Main Street U.S.A. in Disneyland.

And when you’re traveling in between the parks, you’ll also find tons of fun details.

You’ll definitely know it’s being celebrated the moment you walk into either park!

What better way to announce the celebration? There is none!

Pixar Fest at Disney California Adventure

“Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” Parade

The brand-new “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” parade in Disney California Adventure will feature over more than two dozen Pixar pals!!

We got to see an entire float dedicated to the characters from Turning Red, including the beloved 4*Town group!

Plus, we got to see some beloved characters from Up — Russell, Kevin, Dug, and Carl.

And we can’t forget about the incredible Inside Out float with Joy and Sadness!

We also spotted floats and characters from Soul…

…The Incredibles…

…Luca (which was a super fun surprise)…

…Woody from Toy Story on a GIANT dump truck toy…

…and finally Buzz Lightyear, Mike Wazowski, Sully, and more on a massive group float.

We ADORED this parade and highly recommend checking it out while you visit!

Club Pixar

We’ll be checking out Club Pixar after dark!

This nighttime party will feature an interactive DJ dance party, live performances, games, photo ops, themed food, crafted drinks, and more. (P.S. During the day, you can stop by the Hollywood Backlot to see if you can catch some Pixar characters, play games, or take a photo against themed photo ops!)

Pixar Fest at Disneyland Park

Pixar Pals Playtime Party

This is a high-energy show, interactive games, photo ops, and activities inspired by Pixar films are taking place at the Fantasyland Theater!

Some amazing Cast Members got us all hyped up and ready for the party before it was time for the main event.

And then it was time to dance the day away with some of our favorite Pixar friends like Mr. & Mrs. Incredible…

…Joy and Sadness from Inside Out…

…and Woody and Jessie from Toy Story!

Edna Mode and Frozone were also on stage and joined the audience on the floor at the end of the show.

It was such a fun time — we highly recommend checking it out!

Pixar Characters

There are SO many exciting meet and greets happening during this event with characters you likely won’t get to meet otherwise! One of our favorites was getting to meet Ian and Barley from Onward! This meet and greet is located right near the Pixar Pals Playtime Party at Fantasyland Theater.

You can also meet Alberto and Luca from Luca at Fantasyland Theater as well!

And over at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, you can meet Dug from Up! But this meet and greet is extra special — you can hear him talk!

We also spotted Ember and Wade from Elemental right outside Fantasyland Theater as well!

Look who it is! 🔥💧
We found Ember and Wade at #PixarFest2024! pic.twitter.com/H5lgeoathB

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

See? SO many characters to meet!

“Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular”

This nighttime spectacular is returning with some all-new scenes from Pixar’s Onward, Soul, Luca, Turning Red, and Elemental!

Not only can you see fireworks behind the castle, but you’ll also want to look at the Main Street U.S.A. buildings for some fantastic projections that match what’s going on in the castle.

We LOVED seeing these projections — some of them were really, really impressive!

It’s a wonderful way to end your night in the park, reminiscing on some of your favorite Pixar stories with the friends and/or family you’ve traveled with, or just take it all in yourself if you’re on a solo trip.

Don’t miss it!

Pixar Fest FOOD!

The special Pixar Fest food booths won’t open until May, but there is still a TON of specialty food and drinks to enjoy all around Disneyland and Disney California Adventure!

We had to try out the Pineapple Coconut Float, which is Blue DOLE Pineapple-Coconut Juice topped with DOLE Whip Pineapple Soft Serve, Strawberry Lava, and a Gummy for $9.29.

We’re in Disneyland for #PixarFest2024! We grabbed the Pineapple Coconut Float for $9.29. Yum! pic.twitter.com/loSPRcyBx4

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

Over at the Troubadour Tavern, we grabbed the Firetown Mac & Cheese Bites for $11.49! These are themed after Ember on Elemental, and we hope you like some heat.

More eats from #PixarFest2024!
🔥 Firetown Mac & Cheese Bites – $11.49 pic.twitter.com/NCtJ7kjP4z

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

Of course, we had to try the Mike Wazowski ice cream cone for $9.29! You’ll find it at the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor.

This little Mike ice cream is…special…find it at #PixarFest2024
👁️ Eye Scream Cone – $9.29 pic.twitter.com/KSj42VvI8P

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

Then, the best thing we’ve tried so far — the BBQ Potato Dog! Seriously, this $15.49 snack from the Refreshment Corner was so good!

More. #PixarFest2024. FOOD!
🌭 BBQ Potato Dog – $15.49 pic.twitter.com/TSuTa95fzG

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

Finally, we tried the Mr. Potato Head Chip Churro for $7.25 over in California Adventure near Goofy’s Sky School! It was the best churro we’ve had in a while.

#PixarFest2024 continues in Disney California Adventure!
🥔 Mr. Potato Head Chip Churro – $7.25 pic.twitter.com/X5TxWp5nzY

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

There are also two Luca treats available — the “Silenzio Bruno!” Sandwich for $14.99 and the Sea Monster Friends Parfait for $6.79.

The Sea Monster Friends Parfait looks adorable in the photo but heads up that the actual offering does look a little different.

In the dessert display case at the Emporium, we also found a few special treats like the Mike Wazowski Crispy Treat for $7.99.

You can also grab the Forky Cake Pop for $6.99 (try not to have an existential crisis at that price tag).

Or the Green Alien Caramel Apple for $13.99 may be more your speed!

Gonna need the claaaawwww to drop one of these adorable caramel apples into my mouth, please! 👽🍏#PixarFest2024 pic.twitter.com/1CfHEKxYG8

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

 

We’ll be snacking around the festival, too, so be sure to check out our food photos and more!

Pixar Fest Merchandise

Of course, there will be some exclusive merchandise at the event as well, like the Pixar Fest Stainless Steel Tumbler for $27.99 and Pixar Fest Travel Tumbler for $13.49.

The Travel Tumbler has a collection of many different Pixar characters from Toy Story, Coco, and beyond.

The Stainless Steel Tumbler, on the other hand, is all themed to Monsters Inc.!

And the cutest of them all (in our opinion) is the Slinky Dog Sipper for $18.79.

How CUTE is this Slinky Dog sipper?? #PixarFest2024 pic.twitter.com/Xiyt1bZcTP

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

Over at the Tomorrowland Popcorn Cart, we were able to find a few more souvenirs, like the Edna Mode Bottle Topper for $8.50.

You can also snag the Alien Macaron Straw Clip for $7.50.

If you’re looking for a new sipper, you can also pick up the Pixar Ball Sipper here for $18.25.

Popcorn bucket fans will be happy to find the Coco Guitar Bucket for $26.75…

…and the Magic Key Dug Bucket for $32!

And over in Pizza Planet, you can grab the Alien Pizza Planet Truck Bucket for $27.79! However, we didn’t see a sign for it, so you may have to ask a Cast Member!

Over in Fantasyland near it’s a small world, we also spotted a Turning Red Straw Clip for $7.50!

Back up on Main Street U.S.A. you’ll find the Pixar Fest Popcorn Bucket for $13.75. It’s got representation from Coco, Toy Story, Turning Red, and Monsters Inc.!

And over at Little Red Wagon we found this adorable Pixar Ball and Lamp Straw Clip for $6.99!

If you’ve been waiting to see the WHOLE Pixar Fest apparel collection, head on over to the Emporium where you can find:

• Pixar Fest 2024 Hoodie ($54.99)

• Pixar Fest White Hat ($39.99)

• Pixar Fest Bucket Hat ($34.99)

• Pixar Fest T-Shirt ($29.99)

• Pixar Fest Tote Bag ($29.99)

• Pixar Fest Black Hat ($39.99

• Pixar Fest Lug Bag ($65)

There’s a new @LugLife bag as part of #PixarFest2024! pic.twitter.com/1OA4s5Njad

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) April 27, 2024

• Pixar Fest Mug ($16.99)

• Pixar Fest Coaster ($24.99)

• Pixar Fest Water Bottle ($29.99)

• Pixar Fest Kids Shirt ($26.99)

• Pixar Fest Spirit Jersey ($79.99)

We will continue to update this post as we experience more of Pixar Fest!

To see ALL the details about Pixar Fest 2024, CLICK HERE!

Are you making plans to attend this year’s Pixar Fest? Let us know in the comments!

Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to attend their media preview of Pixar Fest happening in Disneyland Resort. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ