Disney California Adventure Park 25th Anniversary Offerings

In early 2001, Disneyland Resort underwent its largest expansion at the time, introducing a second theme park, a luxury hotel, and an outdoor promenade. Twenty-five years later, Disney California Adventure Park, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, and Downtown Disney District continue to evolve and welcome families from around the globe.

To celebrate the 25^th anniversaries of these destinations in 2026, you can enjoy attractions, food, merchandise, and more that pay homage to Disney history. These offerings enhance the festive atmosphere of the limited-time Disneyland Resort 70^th Celebration.

Disney California Adventure 25^th Anniversary

Disney California Adventure Park first opened its doors on February 8, 2001. Once a parking lot for Disneyland, it transformed into a lively theme park featuring attractions, shopping, and dining. Over the years, it has grown to include areas like Cars Land, Buena Vista Street, Pixar Pier, Avengers Campus, and San Fransokyo Square, with more developments planned for the future.

In celebration of the park's history, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will don brand-new outfits on Buena Vista Street for a limited period starting February 6. The designs, featuring sun motifs and a vibrant color palette, pay homage to the park's original opening and its golden opportunities.

Soarin’ Over California Returns Feb. 6

The beloved Soarin’ Over California, an attraction from the park’s opening day, will make a limited-time return starting Feb. 6 and lasting until July 1, 2026. Accompanied by a peaceful and dramatic musical score, experience a virtual journey over the Golden Gate Bridge, Yosemite National Park, Palm Springs, downtown Los Angeles, and more.

On July 2, the brand-new aerial adventure, Soarin’ Across America, will premiere to celebrate America’s 250^th anniversary.

25^th Anniversary Food, Bucket and Merchandise

From February 6 to 15, 2026, Schmoozies! will offer a limited-time indulgence: a cake shake featuring a confetti shake with strawberry icing, sprinkles, whipped topping, and a slice of cake.

Visit us for this special 25^th anniversary keepsake: a bucket inspired by the iconic Pixar Pal-A-Round. Equipped with “Magic Inside” technology, the Pixar Pal-A-Round Bucket interacts with specific locations in both theme parks, altering its color and lighting patterns to create surprising and delightful effects. These lighting features enhance the storytelling in certain areas and attractions, and add an extra magical touch to select nighttime shows.

This unique bucket will be available for purchase starting February 6, while supplies last, at the following locations:

• Mobile order: Hollywood Lounge Seasonal Novelty Release (Feb. 6-8)

• Mobile order: Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta Seasonal Novelty Release (Feb. 6-8)

• Mobile order: Popcorn at Grizzly Peak Airfield

• Fairfax Market

• Mortimers Market

• Select popcorn and outdoor vending carts

The Disney California Adventure 25^th Anniversary Collection, featuring apparel and three collectible pins, will be available starting Feb. 6, while supplies last, at Elias & Co., Gone Hollywood, and Seaside Souvenirs in California Adventure.

The collection's enhanced artwork includes stylized illustrations of the park’s icons and symbols, such as the Carthay Circle tower, Pixar Pal-A-Round, and Grizzly Peak.

Commemorative Map on Feb. 8

On Feb. 8, 2026, while supplies last, guests entering California Adventure with a valid park ticket can receive a complimentary commemorative map. Limited quantities available.

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa 25^th Anniversary

As the first Disney hotel situated within a theme park, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa welcomed guests for the first time on January 2, 2001, with its official grand opening celebrated on February 8, 2001. In 2009, the hotel expanded with the addition of the Disney Vacation Club resort, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.

Humphrey the Bear Makes His Debut at Storytellers Cafe

A new character is making his “bear-y” first appearance at Disney Parks in Storytellers Cafe! Starting February 6, guests will meet Humphrey the Bear during Donald’s Tales of Adventure dinner buffet.

This playful, snack-loving grizzly from Brownstone National Park stars in several Disney animated shorts, including two where he takes the lead. Humphrey’s comedic antics in Goofy and Donald Duck cartoons and beyond have even inspired Humphrey’s Service & Supplies at Disney California Adventure.

Advanced reservations for Storytellers Cafe are highly recommended and can be made up to 60 days in advance via Disneyland.com or the Disneyland app.

25^th Anniversary Limited Edition Pin

A new limited edition pin celebrating the 25^th anniversary of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is now available at the Acorns Gifts & Goods shop, while supplies last. Chip ‘n’ Dale are featured in a playful pose in front of the hotel’s Craftsman-style façade, combining their mischievous energy with stately elegance.

The pin is displayed on a backer card inspired by the hotel’s distinctive architectural and artistic features. It’s a must-have for both Disney fans and pin collectors.

25^th Anniversary of Downtown Disney District

On January 12, 2001, Downtown Disney District debuted, offering new dining, shopping, and entertainment options just a short walk from Disneyland, California Adventure, and the resort hotels.

For a limited period, a special anniversary tote and pin showcasing the district’s new logo are available at World of Disney, while supplies last.

Specialty Food and Drinks at Downtown Disney

In celebration of the Disneyland Resort's 70^th Anniversary, select restaurants and dining venues at Downtown Disney District are offering special menu items.

Beignets Expressed (available now through Aug. 9)

• Bananas Foster beignet dipped in a banana rum glaze, sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar and served with a vanilla crème anglaise

Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio (available now through Aug. 9)

• French “70”: an effervescent blend of gin, prosecco, lemon juice and lavender simple syrup (for guests ages 21 and older)

Kayla’s Cake (available now through May 31)

• Strawberry yogurt macaron croissant: crisp macaron batter baked on top of a butter croissant, filled with strawberry yogurt custard cream and topped with sprinkles

• Pistachio macaron croissant: butter croissant topped with crisp macaron batter, filled with pistachio custard cream and dusted with edible gold glitter

Vista Parkside Market (available second Saturday of every month)

• Parkside Birders Club: fun-filled opportunity for guests ages 21 and older to taste and learn how to make three cocktails, enjoy light bites, plus receive a $20 bounce back for Parkside Market and a collectible pin.More information is available on Disneyland.com.

Wetzel’s Pretzels (available now through Aug. 9)

• Incredi-Bitz: enhances the Original Bitz with tasty toppings, available in 3 flavors: Choco Churro Bitz, Bacon Ranch Bitz or S’mores Bitz.