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Disney just dropped a TON of announcements about what’s coming to the parks in 2026, and we can’t wait for it all to come to fruition.
Paint the Night Parade
Over at Disneyland, the 70th Anniversary Celebration has been going on for quite a while, but it will finally come to an end in August 2026. Before that, though, some fan-favorite experiences are returning, and we officially know when!
One of our favorite things to do on a Disneyland Resort visit is to EAT, and there are some places we absolutely love.
Lamplight Lounge Mimosa Flight
One of the most popular choices for dining in Disney California Adventure is Lamplight Lounge! This Pixar-themed spot can be a challenging reservation to snag, and their brunch is a fan-favorite. But it looks like it may be having a closure soon.
Disney has been announcing a ton of news surrounding Disneyland in 2026, and now we’re getting ready to book our trip for next year!
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland
Speaking of booking a trip, Disney just announced a brand-new kids that just dropped for Disneyland in 2026. Let’s take a look at all the details!
Disney just dropped ALL of their events lined up for 2026 and it’s packed with festivals, celebrations, and surprises for every Disney fan!
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Disneyland is rolling out an exciting lineup of festivals, seasonal events, and limited-time celebrations for 2026, offering us even MORE new ways to experience Disney magic and storytelling at work throughout the year. All of this is in addition to updates for popular rides and attractions, new yet familiar Disney character faces we’ll FINALLY see inside Disney parks for the first time, and a confirmed date of when you’ll be able to experience Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration for the last time. So if you’re considering a visit to Disneyland in 2026, here’s a quick peek into everything you’ll want to take note of as you’re planning your next visit!
UPDATED April 16, 2026
2026 is a BIG YEAR for Disney rides worldwide!
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Between ride rethemes and brand new attractions, eight Disney Parks across the globe are going to look very different in 2026. If you’re traveling to any of these parks next year and want to know which rides are new or featuring big-time overhauls, you’ve come to the right place!
Big things are happening at the domestic Disney Parks!
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Some major expansion projects are underway at BOTH Disney World and Disneyland — some with some very tangible progress. While things are moving along for all the projects announced by Disney at both theme park resorts, a few projects got some serious updates via recently filed permits!
A BIG change has just hit Disneyland!
Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland
One of the best ways to save you time during your Disneyland vacation is to use mobile ordering. Mobile ordering allows you to buy food, snacks, and drinks before even arriving at the location. You can do it while you wait in line for an attraction, at a show, or while walking between spots at the park. Well, Disneyland has removed mobile ordering from some locations!
New treats in Disneyland Resort? Count us in — we’re ready to try them all!
More snacks!
As we’re the Disney FOOD Blog, we make it our job to try all the latest snacks, drinks, desserts, and more that hit the Disney parks, so you can know if they’re worth spending your hard-earned money on while you’re on your next vacation. There are TWO new treats that just landed at the resort, and we’ve gotta tell you, they’re both one step away from becoming our go-tos.
Disney California Adventure’s Festival of Holidays is HERE, and we’re checking out everything it has to offer!
Disney California Adventure Festival of Holidays
This annual event, which will be ongoing through January 7th, 2026, features festive decorations, lively entertainment, limited-edition merch, and plenty of Festive Foods Marketplaces (Food Booths). It is drawing in Disney fans from far and wide — including us! We’re checking out everything the Festival of Holidays has to offer…including some festival food offerings at the park’s restaurants!
Avengers Campus opened in Disney California Adventure back on June 4th, 2021. This Marvel-themed land features tons of attractions, dining, and entertainment to explore, but soon, there will be even MORE exciting things to experience.
Avengers Campus
Disney previously announced plans to expand Avengers Campus, and we just got a behind-the-scenes look at how Imagineers are bringing this expansion to life!
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