UPDATED August 22, 2026
2026 is in full swing, and with it are some pretty big Disneyland milestones and events!
Sleeping Beauty Castle!
Disneyland is in the middle of some pretty big expansion plans, as well as its 70th Anniversary Celebration. All of that is continuing in 2026, along with several events you should mark on your calendar if you plan to visit “The Happiest Place on Earth” before 2027!
While TONS of stuff is slated to happen at Disneyland in 2026, any diehard (or casual) Disney fans should be aware of these dates that could impact your next Disneyland vacation.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge CHANGES
BIG changes have come to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland! As of April 29th, 2026, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland park ushered in a story timeline that now spans Star Wars films and television across the decades to include characters and storylines from The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Mandalorian, and Ahsoka.
Leia and Chewbacca in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
As such, guests may experience the Galactic Civil War, the New Republic, the Age of the Resistance, and the First Order all in one Disneyland day!
New Smugglers Run Experience
As of May 22nd, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run now feature characters from The Mandalorian!
Mando and Grogu are here!
New missions with the Mandalorian and Grogu have been added to the attraction in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both Disney World and Disneyland!
New destinations have also been added, including Bespin, Tatooine, the ruins of the Death Star, Coruscant, Beggar’s Canyon, and more! Most importantly, for the first time ever, you and your crew get to CHOOSE the destination of your adventure! The responsibility falls to the Engineer in your party, who will select where you go.
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
During your journey, you’ll team up with the likes of the Mandalorian, Grogu, and Hondo. The story involves Hondo Ohnaka discovering a deal on Tatooine between ex-Imperial officers and some pirates, and your job is to “borrow” the Millennium Falcon and track down a lucrative bounty…
Just Wait Till You See Baby Grogu On The NEW Smugglers Run In Disneyland
Soarin’ Across America
Soarin’ Around the World in Disney California Adventure has become Soarin’ Across America in 2026! This brand new “airborne adventure” will take you across the United States, “highlighting some of the country’s natural beauty and iconic cityscapes.”
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The limited-time “itinerary” is part of “Disney Celebrates America” in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, and made its debut on July 2nd, 2026.
Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary End Date
Disneyland has concluded its epic 70th Anniversary celebration. The party continued through August 9th, 2026.
70th Anniversary Castle Tribute in Disneyland
It’s been an absolute joy celebrating 70 YEARS of The Happiest Place on Earth!
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
Plenty of Disney fans were in Anaheim for the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event from August 14th through the 16th!
D23 2026!
Disney fans know to watch this event like a hawk, as this is where we get some BIG news about the Disney parks… and this year? Well, let’s say Disney did NOT disappoint…
See ALL the BIGGEST NEWS dropped at D23 2026 HERE!
Halloween Time
Something SPOOKTACULAR happens in Disneyland Resort each fall when HALLOWEEN TIME brings haunting delights to Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure!
Halloween Time in Disneyland Resort!
FRIGHTFUL amounts of FUN can be had throughout the Resort, and the Spooky Season is BACK at Disneyland Resort from August 21st through October 31st, 2026!
Maleficient at the Oogie Boogie Bash
Don’t forget… Oogie Boogie Bash is an extra-ticket event held on select nights during Halloween Time at Disney California Adventure. On 33 select nights (more than ever before!) from August 18 – October 31, 2026, the one and only Oogie Boogie — along with some of his fellow Disney Villains — is once again hosting the Oogie Boogie Bash!
See all the fun you can SCARE UP during Halloween Time HERE!
The Holiday Season in Disneyland Resort
The holiday season in Disneyland is truly magical!
Sleeping Beauty Castle during the Holiday Season
In 2026, the festive fun will kick off on November 13th, including the Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays! Strap on your Santa hat and CLICK HERE to check out what’s in store throughout the Holiday Season in Disneyland!
There’s a lot going on at Disneyland, and still so many dates to be revealed! We’re constantly ready for those announcements, so keep it posted right here at the Disney Food Blog for all the latest updates!
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