Disneyland kicks off the holiday season on November 8

The Disneyland Resort kicks off its holiday season on Nov. 8, 2019, with the return of “World of Color – Season of Light,” Disney Festival of Holidays and a special holiday fireworks spectacular.

The celebration lasts as the resort through Jan. 6, 2020. Here’s a look at what’s happening around the resort.

Disney California Adventure

Guests entering the park will see a 50-foot Christmas tree adorning Carthay Circle to help guests get in the holiday spirit. The tree and surrounding buildings are decorated with vintage-style ornaments in keeping with the theme of Buena Vista Street, inspired by Los Angeles as it appeared when Walt Disney arrived in the 1920’s. Pacific Wharf, Hollywood Land and Grizzly Peak will also sparkle with holiday décor throughout the season.

Here’s what else you will find in the park:

•  “World of Color – Season of Light” returns fusing holiday music sung by beloved artists with memorable moments from treasured Disney animated films. This production of “World of Color” is made extra brilliant with dazzling lights, lasers and high-definition projections.
• Disney Festival of Holidays brings the spirit of the season to life through lively entertainment and special traditions. Children will enjoy craft stations and everyone will appreciate the delicious food at Festive Foods Marketplace, featuring a mix of holiday dishes and beverages that bridge many diverse cultures and family traditions.
• “Disney ¡Viva Navidad! is a popular street party celebration hosted by the Three Caballeros and features folklórico and samba dancers, live musicians, and Mickey and Minnie in their fiesta best.
• Cars Land is dressed up for the season with two attractions receiving a holiday transformation – Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. The whimsical “Snowcar” greets guests on the road to Radiator Springs, and each “Cars” character also gets a holiday makeover at their Route 66 address to reflect their personality.
• Santa’s Holiday Visit allows you to visit Santa Claus and enjoy special holiday-themed activities at the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.
• A Frozen celebration takes place as you are able to visit Anna and Elsa inside the Disney Animation building. Guests may also relive the story of the Disney blockbuster film “Frozen” as they immerse themselves in the wondrous magic and music in the spectacular stage musical, “Frozen – Live at the Hyperion.”

Disneyland Park

Guests entering Disneyland are greeted by a 60-foot tall Christmas tree on Main Street, U.S.A., decorated with nearly 1,800 ornaments. The classic tree is an ideal location for holiday photos.

Here is what else you will find:

•  “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular and its magical snowfall finale create lasting holiday memories for guests.
• “A Christmas Fantasy” featuring Mickey, Minnie, Disney Princesses and Santa celebrate the season in a daily procession with floats, music and marching “tin soldiers.” Guests may wave to Anna, Elsa and Olaf, who bid them a warm winter welcome from their fantastic “Frozen” float.
• Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle shines brightly with the glow of the shimmering icicles and twinkling lights on enchanting guests from day to night.
• “it’s a small world” Holiday, is the holiday makeover of the popular attraction with 50,000-plus colorful lights, music and video projections. Inside the attraction, holiday magic takes guests around the world and back as dolls and toys representing children enjoy the distinctive holiday traditions of their countries.
• Haunted Mansion Holiday returns with Jack Skellington and the crew from Nightmare Before Christmas taking over the attraction.

The Resort

Throughout the resort, guests will discover holiday culinary treats and festive fare, along with special merchandise for the merry season. The Downtown Disney District will be full of festive shopping, dining and entertainment and the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort also join in the yuletide celebration with twinkling lights and ornaments, holiday displays, special entertainment and holiday-inspired eats and treats.