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Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Disneyland Resort 2025

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Each holiday season, Disneyland Resort transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland, radiating joy, tradition, and festive magic from every corner. From November 14, 2025, through January 7, 2026, Holidays at Disneyland Resort will invite you to immerse yourself in dazzling shows, whimsical décor, and unforgettable experiences that warm the heart and stir the senses.

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Disneyland Park Holiday Splendor

Step into Disneyland Park and be enchanted by Mickey, Minnie, and friends dressed in sparkling new outfits inspired by the 70th Celebration. Rich with shimmering greens, reds, and golds, these festive costumes perfectly complement the holiday spirit. As night falls, magical “snowfall” drifts gracefully during Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, illuminated by 80,000 twinkling lights that turn the castle into a snowy, sparkling dreamscape. Don’t miss the enchanting “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular, where flurries drift along Main Street, U.S.A., “it’s a small world” Holiday, and the Rivers of America.

The beloved “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” adds even more delight as it wends its way down Main Street, featuring Disney characters, lively toy soldiers, and dancing gingerbread cookies that bring holiday cheer to all ages. Looking for prime parade views? Find your spot near “it’s a small world” Holiday, the Matterhorn Bobsleds, or along Main Street, U.S.A. For an extra-special experience, consider booking the Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour, which includes reserved parade viewing.

Seasonal overlays transform classic attractions, too. Enjoy the whimsical charm of “it’s a small world” Holiday or the spooky, festive fun of Haunted Mansion Holiday. Plus, stop by the Fantasyland Theatre for “Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends!” — a festive show filled with crafts, sing-alongs, and magical photo moments with Santa and select Disney characters.

Disney California Adventure Park Celebrates in Style

Disney California Adventure Park offers a vibrant and colorful holiday celebration to complement the festive spirit of Disneyland Park. Cars Land is ablaze with twinkling lights, wreaths, and bows, transforming Radiator Springs into a neon-lit holiday spectacle. Join the fun riding Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl, serenaded by brand-new holiday-themed songs on Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. And don’t miss sampling the new Jerry’s Junk Truck Cone at Cozy Cone Motel for a tasty festive treat.

The Disney Festival of Holidays at California Adventure bursts with culture, music, and mouthwatering food from November 14 through January 7. Explore festive food marketplaces scattered throughout the park, featuring fan-favorites like the braised pork belly adobo. The Sip and Savor Pass is a perfect way to sample an array of delightful treats while enjoying the festivities.

Music and dance fill the streets, from the rhythmic Holiday Toy Drummers and colorful “Mickey’s Happy Holidays” cavalcade, to the heartwarming performances of “Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season” featuring songs and stories from Disney’s Encanto. Catch bilingual holiday tunes with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel at Carthay Circle, and look out for appearances by beloved characters like Miguel from Coco.

Celebrate Latin American culture at Disney ¡Viva Navidad! in Paradise Gardens Park, a lively festival featuring live music, folklore dancers, mariachis, samba performers, and appearances from Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and The Three Caballeros. The festive street party ignites the area with rhythm, color, and heartwarming holiday joy.

Hotels & Downtown Disney Holiday Cheer

The magic extends beyond the parks. The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort are decked in seasonal décor and ready to welcome guests with specialty dining events such as the brand-new Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast at Storytellers Cafe, and Daisy’s Holiday Pajama Party featuring Daisy and Donald Duck. You can also enjoy Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays at Disneyland Hotel or indulge in a Holiday Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Hearthstone Lounge.

For a cozy touch, try the signature holiday-themed drinks at Broken Spell Lounge, paired with live jazz music on select days. If relaxation is on your wishlist, Tenaya Stone Spa’s festive seasonal treatments like the Underneath the Tree massage offer the perfect retreat.

Downtown Disney District sparkles with nightly snowfall, live music on the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage, and the return of Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail—a festive scavenger hunt offering whimsical keepsakes.

Holiday Shopping & Treats

Explore the festive 2025 holiday merchandise available throughout the resort. From nostalgic Mickey Mouse Family Christmas apparel and accessories to home décor, these collections make perfect gifts or souvenirs to keep the season magic alive at home. And be sure to indulge in the resort’s variety of holiday-themed treats—from peppermint cold brew to Mickey-shaped gingerbread cookies—you’ll find festive flavors at every turn.

Continued Celebration & Magical Moments

Alongside the holiday festivities, select entertainment from the Disneyland Resort’s 70th Celebration continues, including the spectacular “World of Color Happiness!” show. Although some entertainment will pause temporarily, special touches like the colorful castle photo op and interactive MagicBand+ experiences remain throughout the season.

With so much joy, tradition, and magic awaiting, Holidays at Disneyland Resort 2025 promises an unforgettable winter escape filled with laughter, warmth, and wonder.

Magical 2024 Holiday Season Arrives at Disneyland Resort – November 15

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Ready to sprinkle some holiday magic into your lives? The most enchanting time of the year is making its grand entrance at Disneyland Resort, starting November 15, 2024, and twinkling through January 6, 2025. So, gather your loved ones, relive warm traditions, and give thanks as Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is here to make spirits bright!

New Holiday Experiences in 2024 ✨

This year, Disney is pulling out all the stops with brand-new magical experiences:

  • Santa Claus and Special Characters: Santa and a selection of beloved Disney characters will delight guests at the Fantasyland Theatre. Expect cookie decorating, craft making, storytelling, and atmospheric music throughout the day.
  • Photo Ops with Santa: Catch Santa for memorable photos at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel, and Pixar Place Hotel until December 24. Don’t miss Santa in the “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” at Disneyland park!
  • Mickey and Minnie’s Charming New Looks: Mickey and Minnie will debut new heartwarming holiday outfits, along with other fan-favorite characters making appearances across Disneyland and Buena Vista Street.

Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail

From November 22, 2024, to January 1, 2025, embark on a whimsical chase with Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail. Search for special ornaments in Downtown Disney District and redeem an activity map for a festive keepsake. Purchase maps at select shops and redeem at World of Disney or Disney’s Pin Traders.

Holiday Food and Beverages 🍪

Get ready to savor the season with limited-time treats and beverages, including the beloved Mickey Gingerbread and Holiday stainless steel tumbler. Starting November 19, enjoy Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays! at Disneyland Hotel, and for the first time, Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party breakfasts and brunches at Storytellers Cafe at the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.

Beloved Holiday Décor & Entertainment 🌟

The festive spirit will spread across Disneyland Resort with:

  • Guided Holiday Tours: Discover holiday stories about Walt and the Disney family with Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour, inclusive of themed treats and reserved parade viewing.
  • Hotels of Disneyland Resort: Enjoy a massive gingerbread house display at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, all-new decor at Pixar Place Hotel, in-room celebrations, and special festive activities.
  • Relaxing Bookable Experiences: Indulge in holiday-themed treatments like the Underneath the Tree Signature Massage at Tenaya Stone Spa.

Nighttime Spectaculars

  • “Believe…In Holiday Magic”: Watch in wonder as “snow” falls from above and fireworks fill the sky at Disneyland.
  • “World of Color – Season of Light”: Hundreds of fountains dance to festive music at Disney California Adventure with a dazzling display of “snowflakes”.

Holiday Attraction Overlays 🚗

Get into the holiday spirit with seasonal overlays:

  • “it’s a small world” Holiday: Experience a merry world tour filled with cheer.
  • Haunted Mansion Holiday: Enjoy spooky holiday fun inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”.
  • Cars Land: The residents of Radiator Springs deck the halls with Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree.

Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! 🌍

The vibrant Disney Festival of Holidays returns to Disney California Adventure, celebrating a diverse season with food, beverages, live entertainment, and more. Look forward to familiar and new menu items, and enjoy cultural performances and Mickey’s Happy Holidays cavalcade.

Paradise Gardens will once again host Disney ¡Viva Navidad!, featuring daily crafts, live music, delectable menu items, and dynamic street parties with The Three Caballeros, Mirabel from “Encanto”, and Miguel from “Coco”.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Starting November 15, join Princess Tiana and jazz-loving alligator Louis on a wondrous journey through the bayou. Dive deeper into Tiana’s world with unique experiences, such as shopping at Eudora’s Chic Boutique and dining at Tiana’s Palace.

🎄 So, why wait? Mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the spellbinding holiday magic of Disneyland Resort! Experience the joy, wonder, and festive fun this season. See you at The Happiest Place on Earth! 🎄

For more details, visit Disneyland.com.

Note: Entertainment and offerings may be subject to modification, availability, or cancellation without notice. Valid theme park reservation and admission required for park entry.

Holiday Magic Returns to Disneyland from November 12, 2021 through January 9, 2022

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The Disneyland Resort will once again transform into a merry and magical place as guests return to enjoy their holiday season beginning Nov. 12, 2021. You’ll have three more days to celebrate the Holidays, too, because the celebration will be extended through Jan. 9, 2022.

As you visit to make new memories this year, many beloved traditions are back that will provide you with cheerful entertainment, yuletide treats, specialty merchandise, sparkling décor and seasonal transformations of select attractions! 

Sleeping Beauty castle at Disneyland

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At Disneyland park, nostalgic holiday magic shines brightly with the glistening Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle and a 60-foot Christmas tree on Main Street, U.S.A. Both make wonderful photo locations for that cherished memory of your Holiday visit.

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Entertainment making a comeback this year at the park includes “A Christmas Fantasy” parade where beloved Disney characters join Santa Claus for a merry musical celebration down Main Street, U.S.A. You may also see Santa making other stops within the parks throughout your visit. For the perfect kiss goodnight, you will be treated to “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular and magical snowfall over portions of Main Street, U.S.A. Additionally, seasonal transformations will happen once again at “it’s a small world” Holiday and the 20th installation of Haunted Mansion Holiday.

Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park
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Disney California Adventure Park

At Disney California Adventure park, create new memories during Festival of Holidays and discover the sights, sounds and tastes of a diverse season of celebrations during this festive time of year, including Christmas/Navidad, Diwali, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Three Kings Day.

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse celebrating holidays at Disneyland
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Friends and families are invited to celebrate with “Disney ¡Viva Navidad!” as Disney characters host a fun street party featuring Mexican folklórico dancers and Mariachis, Brazilian samba dancers and percussionists, giant mojiganga puppets and Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their fiesta best! At Paradise Gardens, you’ll enjoy festively themed food and beverages, live music and dance, and later in the holiday season, Mirabel from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming film “Encanto” will make her park debut.

Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park

Over in Cars Land, the four-wheeled residents will be pulling out all the stops with their holiday décor. From the snow-covered billboard at the entrance all the way to the hubcap-studded tree at the courthouse, you will see automotive ornamentation at its finest along Route 66. And for a little more festive magic two popular attractions will transform into Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree.

More Merry-Making

gingerbread house at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa

Also around the resort, traditional holiday décor and carolers bring the holiday spirit to Downtown Disney District and the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Over at the lobby inside Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, you’ll want to discover all the fun, new details on the giant gingerbread house this year. 

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With so much to do at the Disneyland Resort, where will your merry making begin? For more details, continue to check back on the Disney Parks Blog where additional information about Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will be shared.

Both valid admission and theme park reservation for same park on the same day are required for park entry. Park reservations are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed for any specific date or park. Other restrictions apply. Attractions, experiences, entertainment and offerings may be modified, limited in availability, or unavailable, and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please check Disneyland.com for entertainment performance times, which may vary.

Please note that some images may not represent current operational or health and safety guidelines.

Haunted Mansion Holiday is inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.”

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Top 10 Activities for Kids at 2019 Holidays at Disneyland Resort

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The holiday season has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. To help you plan, here are some “winter-ful” holiday experiences and treats for kids at 2019 Holidays at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks.

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1. Celebrate Peace on Earth and board “it’s a small world” Holiday together

Your little ones will be in awe as they experience this classic attraction’s transformation into a festive yuletide winter wonderland with delight at every turn. New this year, you and your little ones will experience three immersive scents, including cherry blossom in Asia, holiday cinnamon in South America and coconut in the South Seas.

2. Take a gander at the festively funny garland around Mickey’s Toontown

Mickey will be home for the holidays and all are welcome to his wacky wonderland town complete with “toon” trees and decorations that celebrate Mickey and his pals’ seasonal styles. While you’re in town, take a tour of Mickey’s house and Minnie’s house for a greeting of a lifetime! 

3. Indulge in sweet holiday treats with your little sweeties

Children will enjoy the smells and tastes of the holidays with delicious holiday sweet treats! Take them to taste treats like the Mickey gingerbread man, Sugar Cookie Churro and Mickey & Minnie Crispy Treats at select locations throughout the Disneyland Resort.

4. Bond together as a family and experience “A Christmas Fantasy” Parade

This classic parade has returned for the holiday season with magical floats and joyous characters. Enjoy seeing your children light up like a Christmas tree when they see the reindeer prance and the toy soldiers dance! Dazzling floats include Elsa and Anna from “Frozen,” Woody and Buzz from “Toy Story,” the Disney Princesses and more!

5. Behold the awe-inspiring “Believe…In Holiday Magic” Fireworks Spectacular

Gaze at gorgeous Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle as it sparkles before you during this nighttime pyrotechnical spectacle – perfect for all ages! Your little ones will be amazed by the shimmering lights above and the “snow” that falls after the celebration!

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Disney California Adventure Park

1. Dance along to the beat during “Mickey’s Happy Holidays” character celebration

Come cheer, the party’s here! As part of Disney Festival of Holidays, kids will love seeing their favorite characters from Disney and Pixar dance down the street to holiday rhythms beat by the Holiday Toy Drummers. 

2. Taste delicious food and enjoy kid-friendly crafts during Disney Festival of Holidays

Walk along and stop at the various Festival Foods Marketplace locations to experience belly-loving bites sure to please any little one. Some offerings include the holiday stuffing mac & cheese and hot cocoa marshmallow macaron. In between bites, take some time to make multicultural crafts — which are complimentary for kids!

3. Have yourselves a “haul-y” jolly season while exploring Cars Land

The residents of Radiator Springs have transformed the town with holiday décor for all to see! Two attractions have embraced the holiday spirit: Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. Your little ones will love singing along to “car-tunes,” such as “We Wish You Season’s Speedings” and “Carol of the Horns.” 

4. Visit with Santa at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail

Make your list and check it twice before heading to see Santa’s Holiday Visit at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. Make sure to utilize Disney PhotoPass to capture memories of this holly jolly encounter.

5. Enjoy the nighttime spectacular “World of Color – Season of Light”

Spread holiday magic by taking your little ones to experience this evening spectacular. Watch in awe as water, light, story and song are transformed into pure holiday magic.

We hope these experiences with your little ones will add to your family’s holiday traditions. What is your favorite holiday experiences for kids at 2019 Holidays at Disneyland Resort?

Top 10 Ways to Enjoy the 2019 Holidays at the Hotels of Disneyland Resort

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Top 10 Ways to Enjoy the 2019 Holidays at the Hotels of Disneyland Resort

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The holidays are one of the most enchanting times of the year to visit the Disneyland Resort and stay at one of three on-property hotels! Here are 10 merry and bright ways you can immerse yourself in the magic of the season of the 2019 holidays at the hotels of Disneyland Resort:

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1. Festive Decor: The Craftsman-inspired design at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa extends to the towering tree lit with Arts and Crafts motif lanterns. The midcentury Disneyland Hotel gives a wintry nod to “it’s a small world” Holiday in its lobby décor. Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel has shells and starfish garland draped on an underwater themed tree for a beachy holiday setting.

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2. Grand Gingerbread House and Holiday Treats: In the lobby at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is a giant gingerbread replica of the hotel. Standing 7-feet tall and 12-feet wide, it is made from 600 pounds of gingerbread, 600 pounds of powdered sugar, 250 pounds of fondant, 1 pound of “pixie dust” and 25 hidden Mickeys! Nearby, purchase sweet treats from the lobby holiday cart.

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3. A Grand Gingerbread House Experience: At this hands-on workshop, you can work with the resort’s pastry chefs to make a miniature gingerbread house, wear a souvenir apron and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies. The class is open to the public and takes place at Storytellers Café on select dates Nov. 30 – Dec. 22, 2019. For workshop details, please call (714) 781-DINE or visit Disneyland.com.

4. Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures, Holiday Style: Share special moments with several Disney Princesses while enjoying a three-course brunch at Napa Rose. A dozen new Winter Holiday menu items include orange scones, a Tangled Ham and Cranberry Cheese Sandwich, Mini Chicken and Mickey Pumpkin Spice Waffles, Ariel’s Under the Sea Peppermint Shells and Frozen Gingerbread Cake Pops. The morning includes activities, story time, a private portrait location and premium keepsakes. The breakfast is offered year-round, 8 a.m. to Noon, Thursdays through Mondays.* The Winter Holiday menu is offered Nov. 29, 2019 – Jan. 6, 2020.

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5. A Very Merry Holiday Tea: Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel offers an elegant afternoon tea on select days from noon to 3 p.m., now through Dec. 31. Savor scones, tea sandwiches, desserts and more. Throughout the year, make plans to attend other themed afternoon tea events, including Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, summer and Halloween. Reservations are recommended.

6. Santa Claus and Carolers: Santa is visiting each Disneyland Resort hotel Nov. 28 through Dec. 24. Meet, greet and take a seat with St. Nick! Then, enjoy the joyful sounds of the Holiday Harmony carolers strolling the Disneyland Hotel and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel Dec.15-25, and The Handbell Carolers perform at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Nov. 23, 2019 – Jan. 5, 2020.

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7. In-Room Holiday Celebration: Families can deck the halls of their Disneyland Resort hotel room with a little magic from Mickey Mouse. The experience begins as guests discover a holiday banner on the hotel room door, then luminaries give a warm glow throughout the room, leading the family to discover a collection of gifts for all. To arrange this surprise, call Disney Floral & Gifts at (714) 781-4438 or visit www.disneyfloralandgifts.com for details.

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8. Holiday Animation Cel Class: Experience what it might have been like to be a Disney Ink & Paint artist! Paint Santa Mickey or Minnie and learn about the history of the Disney hand-drawn animation cel process. This complimentary, one-hour class at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is for overnight guests of the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort and is recommended for ages 6 and older. Supplies are provided; space is limited and registration is required.

9. Extra Magic Hour: With easy, convenient access to both parks, guests staying at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort can make the most of their visit with Extra Magic Hour admission with their valid theme park ticket. Extra Magic Hour offers park admission to a designated theme park one hour earlier than the general public. Separate theme park admission is required.**

10. Seasons of Savings: Save up to 25% off select stays during the 2019 holidays at the Hotels of Disneyland Resort most Sunday through Thursday nights now through December 19, 2019. Book now through December 5.*** Or, give the gift of a spring getaway! Save up to 25% off select rooms at a Disneyland Resort Hotel for stays from January 5, 2020 to April 6, 2020, when booked by March 14, 2020.****

*The Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures event includes five hours of valet parking at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can be made, upon availability, up to 60 days in advance. For more details, please visit Disneyland.com or call (714) 781-DINE. Character appearances and offerings are subject to change.

**Extra Magic Hour is valid for registered Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests for admission to select attractions at designated theme park before the park opens to the general public. Check Disneyland.com for schedule of when each park offers Extra Magic Hour. Each registered hotel Guest (ages 3 and older) must have a valid theme park ticket and active hotel room key card. Applicable theme park, days and times of operation and attractions, offerings and services may vary and are subject to change without notice. Subject to capacity, cancellation and other restrictions.

***Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for most Sunday through Thursday nights now through 12/19/19.  Book through 12/5/19; travel must be completed by 12/20/19. Premium room types included in offer are Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and Artisan, Paradise, Junior and Family suites.  Not valid on previously booked rooms. Advance reservations required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Excludes applicable fees and taxes. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and occupancy restrictions apply per room.  Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Separate theme park admission required to enjoy the parks.

****Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for most Sunday through Thursday nights from 1/5/20 through 4/16/20.  Book from 11/12/19 through 3/14/20; travel must be completed by 4/17/20. Premium room types included in offer are Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and only Paradise, Artisan, Junior and Family suites.  Not valid on previously booked rooms. Advance reservations required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Excludes applicable fees and taxes. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and occupancy restrictions apply per room.  Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Separate theme park admission required to enjoy the parks.

Four Disneyland Attractions with Holiday Overlays You Won’t Want to Miss

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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort brings magical entertainment, sparkling décor, festive foods, specialty merchandise and of course, seasonal attractions! From now through Jan. 6, 2020, enjoy Disney magic with friends and family on attractions themed especially for the holidays. There are four Disneyland attractions with holiday overlays that you won’t want to miss this season!

Over in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park, the residents are racing to celebrate the season. Two attractions rely on holiday magic to celebrate the haul-idays:

  • Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl – Luigi and his extended family of roadsters are celebrating the season in style. Take a seat and take a merry spin as the cars cruise to festive tunes, including “We Wish You Season’s Speedings,” “Joy To The Whirl,” “Jolly Joyous Santa Car,” “Carol Of The Horns” and “Jingle Bells.”
  • Mater’s Jingle Jamboree – This haul-iday tractor spins through a festively decorated junkyard. Mater croons classic holiday tunes, including “Christmas In Radiator Springs,” “Mater’s Jingle Jamboree,” “Radiator Rockin’ Holiday,” “The Gifts of the Mater” and “Tractors, Tractors, Tractors.”

In Disneyland park, two popular attractions also transform just for the season:

  • “it’s a small world” Holiday – The beloved attraction takes you around the world and back as dolls and toys representing children enjoy the distinctive holiday traditions of their countries. In the evenings, the attraction’s facade twinkles with 50,000-plus colorful lights, music and video projections. 
    • AP Bonus: Annual Passholders can enjoy an extra hour at “it’s a small world” Holiday after park closing on Nov. 18-22 (Nov. 18-21 starting at 10 p.m. and Nov. 22 starting at midnight), as well as a special photo opportunity. Blockout dates apply. 
  • Haunted Mansion Holiday – ‘Twas “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and all through the Haunted Mansion, Jack Skellington and his friends are causing a collision between Christmas and Halloween. Enjoy the frightfully festive décor and familiar characters from the classic film, including Sally, Zero and Oogie Boogie.
    • AP Bonus: Annual Passholders can enjoy an extra hour at Haunted Mansion Holiday after park closing on Dec. 9-11 (Dec. 9 and 11 starting at midnight and Dec. 10 starting at 11 p.m.). Blockout dates apply. 

What are your favorite Disneyland attractions with holiday overlays?

Food and Beverage Offerings for 2019 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort

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Food and Beverage Offerings for 2019 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort

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The most magical time of the year is finally here – the 2019 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort have arrived! They have got everything from candy cane beignets and gingerbread men to eggnog and holiday cocktails.

Throughout the holiday season, you’ll be able to feast on all of these yummy goodies! For more information on all of the seasonal festivities happening around Disneyland Resort this year, check out the Disneyland Resort website.

To bring more holiday cheer to your visit, many of these seasonal items are available for mobile ordering through the Disneyland App! Mobile ordering makes it easier than ever for you to order, pay and pick up fresh food while spending a day at the parks. Check out the full list here of participating quick-service restaurants around both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks.

And with that, here is the official guide to the 2019 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort – happy snacking!

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Holiday Churros

  • Caramel and Coconut Churro (Town Square Churro Cart and Churros Near Sleeping Beauty Castle)
  • Santa’s Cookies and Milk Churro (Churros Near Casey Jr.) – Artisan churro rolled in cookie butter sugar and served with sweet milk dipped sauce
  • Toffee-Flavored Churro (Tomorrowland Churro Cart) – add-on chocolate-almond or chocolate dipping sauces available
  • Turtle Churro (Frontierland Churro Cart) – Artisan churro rolled in chocolate sugar and served with caramel pecan dipping sauce
  • Sugar Plum Candy Churro (New Orleans Churro Cart) – Sweet and tart churro

Outdoor Vending Carts

  • Pink, Blue, and Candy Apple Cotton Candy
  • Peppermint-Caramel Corn
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Carnation Café

  • Fried Bolonga Sandwich – Pullman bread, mayo, fried bologna, lettuce, tomato, and pickle stackers served with fries
  • Pork Chop TV Dinner – Pork chop with seasoned apples, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and a cheddar and chive scone served with caramel bread pudding

Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor

  • Peppermint Holiday Sundae – Peppermint ice cream topped with chocolate sauce and crushed peppermint

Refreshment Corner

  • French Dip Sandwich – Roast beef, spicy mustard, and au jus served on a crunchy French roll with chips
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Jolly Holiday Bakery Café

  • Thanks-Mas Sandwich – Oven-roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce on rustic bread
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Snowman Shortbread Cookie
  • Santa Hat Macaron – with white mint filling and chocolate ganache
  • Pumpkin Muffin (available through Dec. 1)
  • Dutch Apple Cinnamon Muffin (available Dec. 1)
  • Eggnog Latte Cheesecake – with white chocolate mousse foam and a sprinkling of nutmeg
  • Holiday Cupcake – Vanilla bean cupcake filled with red and green chocolate pieces, finished with green and white-swirled white chocolate mousse, and chocolate swirl candy pieces
  • Holiday Brownie – topped with white chocolate mousse and sprinkles and finished with chocolate presents and a Christmas tree
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man
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Market House

  • Holiday Strawberry Linzer Cookie
  • Snowman Shortbread Cookie
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man

Plaza Inn

  • Raspberry Mascarpone Yule Log – Vanilla sponge wrapped with raspberry marmalade and mascarpone filling topped with buttercream ganache and chocolate curls
  • Christmas Cake – Chocolate sponge cake with red, green, and white swirled chocolate mousse filling topped with buttercream and finished with sprinkles
  • Christmas Bundt Cake (available Dec. 1)

Red Rose Taverne

  • Beast’s Forbidden Pastrami Burger – Angus beef patty, uncured wagyu pastrami, Swiss-American cheese, spicy mustard aïoli, and a skewered accompaniment
  • Pumpkin Spice Shake
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man
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Galactic Grill 

  • Caramel Pecan Brownie Parfait
  • Steakhouse Burger – Angus beef patty, provolone, onion strings, and sweet spiced bacon on a toasted bun served with choice of yogurt or french fries
  • Apple Pie Slush
  • Nova Coffee Slush – Chocolate-mint-flavored coffee slush
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Alien Pizza Planet

  • Bruschetta Poultrium Pizza – Tender chunks of chicken, house-made bruschetta, and assorted cheeses with spiced marinara sauce
  • Green Alien Holiday Macaron – with lemon filling
  • Alpha Broccolius Parfait – Layers of soft mint ganache, green cake, white chocolate mousse, cookies and cream streusel, and whipped topping
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Rancho del Zocalo 

  • Pan Dulce Ice Cream Sandwich – Colorful shell-like Mexican sweet bread with dulce de leche ice cream, cajeta, and churro streusel
  • Champurrado with Churro Bites – Rich, traditional-style Mexican hot chocolate served with cinnamon-sugar churros
  • Chicken Mole – Seasoned half chicken topped with mole, drizzled with sour cream, sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds, and served with Mexican rice and refried beans
  • Caldo de Pollo – Hearty soup of chicken, vegetables, and rice served with onions, cilantro, and lime
  • Frozen Abuelita Hot Chocolate – Layered with frozen horchata and topped with spiced whipped cream
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Golden Horseshoe

  • Holiday Ice Cream Sandwich

Stage Door Café

  • Apple Pie Funnel Cake – House-made funnel cake with cajeta, whipped cream, and streusel

Hungry Bear Restaurant

  • Snickerdoodle Cold Brew
  • Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Funnel Cake

Blue Bayou Restaurant

  • Gingerbread Crème Brûlée – with Chantilly cream and a mini chocolate gingerbread man
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Café Orleans

  • Hot Chocolate Beignets – Served with hot chocolate sauce and whipped cream

Harbour Galley

  • Holiday Pozole – plant-based pozole with slow-roasted tomatillos, hominy, and serrano chiles and served with limes, radishes, and shredded cabbage
  • Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Coffee

French Market

  • Smothered Beef – Braised beef with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, roasted garlic, and caramelized onion jus
  • The Wedding Cake – Buttercream frosting, cherries, and cream cheese filling finished with a splatter of cherry sauce
  • Blue Velvet Cake – With blueberry purée, rice croquette brittle, and a vanilla-blueberry crisp
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Mint Julep Bar

  • Candy Cane Beignets 
  • Chocolate Dipping Sauce Add-On
  • Cranberry Julep – Cranberry-infused mint julep

Royal Street Veranda

  • Blue Lump Crab Fritters – Blue lump crab, cream cheese, herbs, citrus, and herb seasoning with cocktail sauce

River Belle Terrace

  • Burnt Ends Grilled Cheese Sandwich – Kansas City-style brisket ends tossed in barbecue sauce with pickle and pepperoncini relish and melted cheddar served on Texas toast
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Bengal Barbecue

  • Yellow Curry Rice Plate – Outback vegetable skewer and herb-marinated tofu served on a bed of jasmine rice with peas, green onions, and a side of citrus-miso slaw

Disney California Adventure Park

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Holiday Churros

  • Peppermint Churro (Churros Near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail) – Churro coated with crushed candy canes and chocolate and vanilla icing
  • Milk & Cookies Churro (Hollywood Land Churro Cart) – Churro with chocolate chip cookie and cookies and cream sugar with cookies and cream dipping sauce
  • Sugar Cookie Churro (Cozy Cone Motel) – Churro rolled in sugar and topped with white icing and holiday sprinkles
  • Horchata Churro with Condensed Milk (Churros Near Goofy’s Sky School)

Outdoor Vending Carts

  • Hot Chocolate Cotton Candy
  • Snowflake Cotton Candy
  • Peppermint Tree-Shaped Cotton Candy
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Mortimer’s Market

  • Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-based)
  • Snowman-Shaped Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-based)

Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café

  • Holiday Brownie
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man
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Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream

  • Candy Cane Premium Cone or Waffle Cup
  • Red and Green Sprinkles Premium Cone
  • Chocolate-Peppermint Ice Cream Cone – Scoops of chocolate and peppermint ice cream in a candy cane premium cone with chocolate-dipped cookies
  • Chocolate-Peppermint Ice Cream Sundae – Scoops of chocolate and peppermint ice cream in a candy cane premium waffle cup topped with whipped cream, chocolate-dipped cookies, and crushed peppermint
  • Chocolate-Peppermint Bar – Choice of ice cream bar dipped in chocolate, drizzled in peppermint icing, and topped with crushed peppermint
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man

Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge

  • Sleigh Ride Cocktail – Premium gin, elderflower liqueur, fortified white wine, lemon juice, cherry bitters, and berry liqueur garnished with a lavender sprig
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Award Wieners

  • Cheesy “Corn” Dog – Jalapeño-cheddar sausage, tangy corn-cheese sauce, chile-lime-dusted corn fritters, pickled fresno chiles, and cilantro on a toasted potato bun
  • Cheesy “Corn” Fries – Filmstrip fries topped with tangy corn-cheese sauce, chili-lime-dusted corn fritters, pickled fresno chiles, and cilantro
  • Gingerbread Funnel Cake Fries – Churro funnel cake fries topped with crumbled gingerbread, caramel, icing, and whipped topping
  • Stone Xocoveza Stout Beer

Studio Catering Truck

  • Plant-etarium Street Tacos – Brussels sprouts, salsa verde, pickled red onions, and apple and pomegranate slaw
  • Sleigh-Ride Slush – Cranberry-apple lemonade frozen slush
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Schmoozies!

  • Holiday Affogato – Espresso poured over choice of peppermint or brown sugar-cinnamon ice cream
  • Peppermint Mickey Shake – Peppermint-chocolate crème cookie shake, whipped topping, holiday accents, and chocolate cream-filled cookie ears
  • Churro Shake – Brown sugar-cinnamon ice cream, cinnamon churro cereal, whipped topping, and churro toffee
  • Minnie Wreath Donut – Flaky donut filled with chocolate-peppermint ganache
  • Cranberry-Orange Lemonade
  • Gingerbread Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich – Scoop of brown sugar-cinnamon ice cream rolled with crushed gingersnap cookie
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Hollywood Lounge

  • Modelo Especial
  • Stone Delicious IPA
  • Stella Artois Midnight
  • Wonderland Hot Chocolate – Hot chocolate, peppermint schnapps, crushed peppermint, and whipped cream
  • Honest Abe Apple Pie Hard Cider
  • Holiday Hard Cider – Honest Abe Apple Pie Hard Cider with spiced rum
  • Stone Xocoveza Stout Beer
  • Hibernation Great Divide
  • Elf Nog – Non-alcoholic egg nog
  • Holiday Egg Nog – With spiced rum
  • Winter Hot Chocolate – Hot chocolate with whipped cream and crushed peppermint
  • Mistletoe Mule – Cranberry-orange lemonade with ginger ale and vodka
  • Sleigh-Ride Slush – Cranberry-apple lemonade frozen slush
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Flo’s V8 Café 

  • Blue Plate Special: Salisbury Steak – Angus beef patty, green chile mashed potatoes, mushroom gravy, and seasonal vegetables
  • Chocolate-Peppermint Shake – Topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint “Road Gravel”

Cozy Cone Motel

  • Peppermint Ice Cream Cone or Cup – Decorated with holiday sprinkles and topped with a sugar star
  • Crushed Peppermint “Road Gravel” Ice Cream Topping – Peppermint cream-filled chocolate cookie crumbles
  • Crushed Candy Cane Ice Cream Topping
  • Luigi’s Pesto Cone – Creamy pesto alfredo pasta, marinated chicken, balsamic reduction, bruschetta tomatoes, and Romano cheese served in a bread cone

Pacific Wharf Café 

  • Candy Cane-Shaped Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-Based)
  • Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-based)
  • Snowman-Shaped Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-based)
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man
  • Sugar Cookie – Topped with red and green sprinkles
  • Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA

Pacific Wharf Coffee Cart

  • Peppermint Mocha
  • Snowman Shortbread Cookie
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man
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Boudin Bakery Bread Cart

  • Candy Cane-Shaped Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-Based)
  • Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-based)
  • Snowman-Shaped Sourdough Bread Loaf (Plant-based)

Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta

  • Holiday Dinner Pizza – Roasted Turkey, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, bacon, vegetables, and cranberry sauce
  • Mickey Gingerbread Man
  • Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake

Bayside Brews

  • Karl Strauss Golden Stout

Lamplight Lounge

  • Specialty Holiday Cocktail – Aged tequila, mezcal, agave, hibiscus, and lemon juice

Remember, these items are only available Nov. 8, 2019 through Jan. 6, 2020, so be sure to come on by to the 2019 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort to try them for yourself! For more information, visit the Disneyland Resort website.

Can’t wait to try some of these AMAZING treats? Start planning your trip today!

Complete Guide to the Sweets and Treats at Holidays at Disneyland Resort

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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is here, and you are going to love all of the wonderful treats at Holidays at Disneyland Resort that are in store for the most magical season of the year! From now until January 7, 2018, you’ll be able to find everything on this guide at various locations throughout Disneyland Resort.

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Run, run, run as fast as you can to try a tasty gingerbread man! You’ll be able to find these delightful gingerbread men at many locations throughout both parks and all three hotels. Disneyland park will offer gingerbread man cookies at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Market House, Red Rose Taverne, The Golden Horseshoe and Stage Door Café; Disney California Adventure park will have them at various carts throughout the park, Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café, Pacific Wharf Café and Pacific Wharf Coffee Cart; at the Disneyland Resort Hotels, you’ll find them at The Coffee House, Hearthstone Lounge, and Surfside Lounge.

Snowman shortbread cookies will also be available throughout the entire resort. At Disneyland park, you’ll find them at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café and Market House; while at Disney California Adventure park, you’ll find them at various carts and Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café; and at the Disneyland Resort Hotels, you’ll find this cookie at Tangaroa Terrace and Surfside Lounge.

Other offerings that will be available across Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks include holiday crispies, parfaits and brownies at various carts and locations throughout the resort. Peppermint mochas will be available at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café in Disneyland park; Pacific Wharf Coffee Cart in Disney California Adventure park; and The Coffee House, Hearthstone Lounge and Surfside Lounge at the Disneyland Resort Hotels. For the cotton candy fans out there, you’ll be excited to find yummy candy apple cotton candy at various carts in both parks.

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At Disneyland park, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café will be serving up caramel apple muffins with streusel as well as pumpkin spice lattes. The Main Street Coffee Cart will be offering various holiday doughnuts. At the French Market Restaurant, you’ll find praline cheesecake with graham cracker crust, a layer of praline crunch and almond brittle. And for those wanting to get their chocolate fix, you can get a chocolate coffee Yule Log at Plaza Inn, with coffee buttercream filling, chocolate crunch and chocolate ganache.

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For the peppermint lovers out there, if you stop by Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream, Stage Door Café or Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, you’ll find crushed candy cane topping, as well as peppermint ice cream at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor. And Mint Julep Bar is celebrating the season with scrumptious candy cane beignets ­– yum!

There are also several offerings continuing from the fall, like the graham cracker churro with marshmallow dipping sauce at the New Orleans Square Churro Cart and the Campfire S’mores Funnel Cake at Stage Door Café.

Savory options include the Enchanted Maize Flatbread at Red Rose Taverne with mozzarella, roasted corn, pickled red onions, parmesan, spicy lime aioli and chopped cilantro; or try the Bison Blue Cheeseburger at Hungry Bear Restaurant with candied bacon, sautéed mushrooms, baby kale and blue cheese tarragon sauce on a whole wheat ciabatta.

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At Disney California Adventure park, there will be many offerings in addition to the Festival of Holidays marketplaces. Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream will have a cinnamon roll apple strudel sundae, crushed candy cane topping for hand-dipped bars, and cinnamon spiced, dark chocolate Ghirardelli and white chocolate Ghirardelli hot cocoa. Mortimer’s Market and the Boudin Bread Cart will have candy cane-shaped bread and snowman-shaped bread. Award Wieners will be frying up gingerbread funnel cake fries. At Schmoozies, you’ll find a pumpkin pie smoothie, a blended peppermint Malibu mocha, a holiday doughnut and a Santa’s Mittens Macaron with mint chip ice cream; and Pacific Wharf Café will have pumpkin spice bread pudding.

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In Cars Land, Flo’s V8 Café is serving up chocolate peppermint pie and a peppermint candy cane shake, while the Cozy Cone Motel will have a red churro with crème anglaise and crushed candy cane topping.

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On the savory side, you can find Elote at various carts throughout the park – street-style corn with condiments including parmesan, mayonnaise and chile-lime seasoning. A turkey pot pie soup will be available at Pacific Wharf Café, and a meatloaf with bacon will be offered at Flo’s V8 Café. You’ll find the chicken verde cone at the Cozy Cone Motel, and at Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta, you can find a chorizo thick-crust pizza with creamy tomato sauce, mozzarella and cotija cheese, spicy chorizo, fresh pico de gallo and a tomatillo-cilantro crema drizzle.

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From Dec. 1 through Jan. 7, Carthay Circle Restaurant will have some special additions to their menu, including prime rib with cranberry horseradish, roasted leg of lamb with Christmas shrimp relleno, peppermint affogato, ginger monkey bread and a poinsettia cocktail consisting of Cointreau, cranberry juice and champagne and garnished with a twist of orange zest. You’ll also find this cocktail at Carthay Circle Lounge.

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(Photo: Disney Parks Blog)

The festive fun doesn’t stop at the parks! You’ll also be able to find some fun and delicious holiday offerings at the Disneyland Resort Hotels as well. The Coffee House at Disneyland Hotel and Surfside Lounge at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel will be offering eggnog, eggnog lattes and caramel apple muffins with streusel.

At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, you can find a Black Forest bundt cake at White Water Snacks and an eggnog latte at Hearthstone Lounge. And at the Gingerbread House Cart will be tree ornament cookies, pumpkin coffee loaf, traditional and peppermint hot chocolate, and hot cider with the option to add spiced rum.

Which of these treats at Holidays at Disneyland Resort would you most like to try?

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Celebrate Halloween and the holiday season at Disneyland Resort

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You can enjoy fun and festive seasonal offerings at the Disneyland Resort in California this fall and winter. You can celebrate Halloween and the holiday season at Disneyland Resort!

The Happiest Place on Earth gets even more frightfully fun when Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort returns September 13 – October 31, 2013. This spirited celebration features seasonal attractions and special activities, including Haunted Mansion Holiday, Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, Halloween Carnival at Big Thunder Ranch, and more! Plus, you can attend Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park. This special-ticket event invites you to dress up in your favorite costume, and trick-or-treat throughout the ultimate neighborhood – Disneyland Park.


This winter, the holiday season will transform the entire Disneyland Resort into a winter wonderland when Holidays at the Disneyland Resort returns November 12, 2013 through January 6, 2014. From the snow-capped towers of Sleeping Beauty Castle and the all-new “World of Color – Winter Dreams” show to a special parade and fireworks show, you can share the joy, warmth, and wonder of the The Merriest Place on Earth this holiday season.

Siera is a Disney travel specialist and would love to help you plan your next Disney Parks vacation! It’s not too late to plan your magical vacation this year and enjoy the festivities planned at the Disneyland Resort!