Your Magical Guide to the Holidays at Disneyland Resort 2025
- Denise Lorentzen
- Jul 27
- 3 min read
There’s no place like Disneyland Resort for the holidays—especially in 2025 as the parks sparkle even brighter with seasonal cheer and Disney’s 70th Celebration still going strong! From November 14, 2025, through January 7, 2026, the magic of the season transforms every corner into a winter wonderland filled with dazzling décor, festive entertainment, limited-time treats, and heartwarming traditions.
If you’re dreaming of a holly-jolly Disney vacation, here’s your full sneak peek at everything that awaits you at Disneyland Resort this holiday season.
🎄 Disneyland Park: Classic Magic with Holiday Sparkle
Step onto Main Street, U.S.A., and you’ll be greeted by Mickey, Minnie, and their pals dressed in festive new outfits inspired by the 70th Anniversary celebration—think shimmering greens, golds, and holiday reds.
Each evening, Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle transforms with twinkling lights and magical snowfall during Wintertime Enchantment. The holiday fireworks show, Believe…In Holiday Magic, lights up the night sky with flurries falling along Main Street, U.S.A., and around beloved attractions like “it’s a small world” Holiday and Rivers of America.
Don’t miss the charming A Christmas Fantasy Parade, where toy soldiers march, gingerbread cookies dance, and your favorite characters spread yuletide joy.
✨ Pro Tip: Book the Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour for reserved parade viewing and extra seasonal touches.
Festive overlays return too! Haunted Mansion gets its Nightmare Before Christmas twist with Haunted Mansion Holiday, while “it’s a small world” Holiday dazzles with global traditions and sparkling lights.
Plus, Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends! brings even more joy with crafts, sing-alongs, and magical photo ops in Fantasyland Theatre.
🚗 Disney California Adventure Park: Holiday Fun For Everyone
Radiator Springs goes all-in on holiday décor—cones, garlands, lights, and all! Catch the Cars Land “Sh-Boom” lighting moment at dusk, then hop on Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl or Mater’s Jingle Jamboree for a holly-jolly ride.
📸 Don’t forget to snap a pic of the new Jerry’s Junk Truck Cone treat at Cozy Cone Motel!
🌍 Disney Festival of Holidays
Celebrate holiday traditions from around the world with food, music, and dance at the Disney Festival of Holidays, running November 14 to January 7. From festive marketplaces (like returning favorite braised pork belly adobo) to vibrant live performances, there’s something for every culture—and every palate.
🎟️ Foodie Tip: Grab a Sip and Savor Pass to sample flavors across the park—perfect for grazing your way through the holidays.
Look out for live entertainment like:
Holiday Toy Drummers
Mickey’s Happy Holidays cavalcade
Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season street show from Disney’s Encanto
Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel live at Carthay Circle
💃 Disney ¡Viva Navidad!
Head to Paradise Gardens Park for Disney ¡Viva Navidad!, a colorful, joyful celebration of Latin American holiday traditions. The street party bursts with folklórico dancers, samba musicians, and of course, appearances by Mickey, Minnie, and The Three Caballeros!
🏨 Holiday Cheer at Disneyland Resort Hotels
The holiday magic continues at all three Disneyland Resort hotels with festive décor, Santa meet-and-greets, and new dining experiences:
🍽️ New this year:
Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast (Dinner) at Storytellers Cafe
Daisy’s Holiday Pajama Party (Breakfast & Brunch)
Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays!
Holiday Tea with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Hearthstone Lounge
🎷 Visit Broken Spell Lounge at the Disneyland Hotel for festive cocktails, hot chocolate twists, and live jazz.
💆♀️ Book some seasonal self-care at Tenaya Stone Spa with the Underneath the Tree Massage or Joy of Holiday Body Treatment.
🎁 Special Offer: Save up to 20% on select 3+ night stays between Aug. 17–Dec. 19, 2025. Ask us how to book with this offer!
❄️ Downtown Disney District
This charming district transforms into a snowy, music-filled holiday stroll! Guests can enjoy:
Nightly snowfall
Live performances on the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage
Sweet holiday sips and snacks
Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail scavenger hunt
And of course, holiday shopping galore!
🛍️ Explore the Mickey Mouse Family Christmas Collection featuring festive apparel, home décor, accessories, and Santa Mickey nostalgia—perfect for gifts and souvenirs.
✨ Don’t Miss the 70th Anniversary Touches
Some of Disneyland Resort’s 70th Celebration entertainment will continue throughout the holidays, including:
World of Color – Happiness!
Tapestry of Happiness projections
Special decorations, MagicBand+ interactivity, and castle photo ops
Ready to Plan Your 2025 Disneyland Holiday Getaway?
Whether you're visiting for the first time or it’s your annual tradition, this season promises even more magic, memories, and moments to cherish.
✨ Let our expert planners take care of every detail—from park reservations and hotel stays to dining, Genie+ strategies, and VIP touches. We’re here to help you experience the holidays at Disneyland without the stress.
📩 Ready to start planning? Reach out to Dreams Travel Consulting today and let the magic begin
Call or text us at 208-297-3237 or emails us at concierge@dreamstravelconsulting.com
