Holidays at the Disneyland Resort 2023

Experience the most magical time of year with celebrations throughout Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure starting November 10, 2023 to January 7, 2024.

OMG…this is my absolute favorite time of year, so many great memories!! The snow falling on Main Street, Christmas Fantasy Parade, “it’s a small world” Holiday Lighting, “Believe…In Holiday Magic” Fireworks, Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, Haunted Mansion Holiday, the delicious holiday treats, and let’s not forget the SHOPPING throughout the Resorts.

Here is what you can look forward to when visiting the Parks this holiday season!

Make Holiday Memories at Disneyland

Haunted Mansion Holiday

Ready for the Hallow-Days? Take a tour of the spooky estate’s makeover and meet some eerie holiday spirits.

Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington, has been busy decorating the Haunted Mansion with frightful festive touches inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare before Christmas.

Experience thrilling sights and seasonal surprises created by the citizens of Halloween Town. Oogie Boogie, Sally, and other creatures from the beloved film will be on hand to wish you “Season’s Screamings!”

A Christmas Fantasy Parade

I can’t tell you how many times we have watched this parade over the years, and it never disappoints.

With prancing reindeer, marching toy soldiers, dancing gingerbread cookies and so much more, it really is the most magical time of the year.

Watch Disney Characters join Santa for the most jolly procession in town!

“Believe…In Holiday Magic” Fireworks

I’m not crying, you’re crying! This fireworks show is spectacular and sharing this with your family and friends will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Don’t miss this enchanting pyrotechnical spectacle as the sky lights up with dazzling color. And of course, in magical Disney style, experience snow falling all around you in portions of Main Street, USA and “it’s a small world”, Holiday!

“it’s a small world” Holiday

My goal here is to get this song stuck in your head… together everybody…🎶”It’s a small world after all, it’s a small world after all, it’s a small world after all, it’s a small, small world”🎶.

Seriously though, this attraction is a classic and when you see it during the holiday season it brings on a new meaning of wonder and whimsy. Every 30 minutes throughout the night, the façade lights up in a dazzling display of festive twinkling lights and charming holiday light projections.

Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle

Be prepared to get goosebumps during this lighting. Each evening, gather to watch this iconic structure shimmer to life. As snow falls and music fills the holiday air, watch thousands of twinkling lights illuminate in stages. Sleeping Beauty Castle is truly a breathtaking sight!

More Magic at Disney California Adventure

World of Color – Season of light

Another goosebump worthy moment, you may even shed a tear or two. This is a must on your list of shows to see. Make this a magical addition to your family’s holiday traditions.

See beloved moments from Disney and Pixar films illuminate a towering wall of mist. Watch hundreds of sky-high fountains dance in time to festive music as shimmering snowflakes fill the scene. Season of Light brings stories of friendship, family and love to life. It’s truly as magical as the holidays themselves!

Mater’s Jingle Jamboree

Okay, I am giggling like a toddler as I am typing this. Mater has got to be one of my all time favorite rides in DCA, and when it transforms into Mater’s Jingle Jamboree it is tow-riffic!

Whirl through Mater’s collection of car parts in a cute little haul-iday tractor as he sings classic holiday tunes.

Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl

Celebrate the season with festive dance tunes sung my Luigi himself! Jump in a classic italian import and enjoy the ride as cars cruise to the music.

This spirited little ride is wheel-y a lot of fun when it is operational. I feel like when ever we go to ride it, it’s down, hopefully that’s not the case when you go.

Holiday Shopping at the Disneyland Resort

Holiday Shopping

Can I just tell you, when I see the holiday merch in the parks and downtown Disney I literally go into a high speed wobble. OMG… the shopping experience is out of this world!!

If you can’t get to the parks and want to give the magical gift of Disney please go to our site, Mickey’s Magical Bag and browse our Unique Disney Gift Ideas.

Make the season more magical with authentic gifts from the Disney Parks. What’s in your bag?

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