Disneyland Resort News and Guide

Where it all began. Disneyland Resort is Walt Disney’s original Magic Kingdom, and this is your home base for the latest Disneyland news, park updates, new food and merchandise, seasonal events and planning tips to help you make the most of every visit.

Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955, in Anaheim, California. Today Disneyland Resort is home to two theme parks, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, plus the Downtown Disney District and three Disney hotels. Use the sections below to jump to the park or topic you care about most, and check back often. This page updates as news breaks.

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The Disneyland Resort Theme Parks

Disneyland Park

The only Disney park Walt Disney walked through himself. Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, U.S.A., Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and timeless classics like Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion and Matterhorn Bobsleds.

Disney California Adventure

Opened in 2001, Disney California Adventure celebrates the spirit of California with Pixar Place, Avengers Campus, Cars Land, San Fransokyo Square and World of Color, plus food festivals throughout the year.

Disneyland Holiday Food Guide 2026: The Best New Treats at Disneyland, California Adventure and Downtown Disney November 4, 2026
Disney Festival of Holidays 2026 Foodie Guide: Every Dish and Drink at Disney California Adventure November 3, 2026
Disneyland News This Week: Mickey’s Mix Magic Fireworks, Christmas Day Dining Reservations and 2026 Candy Cane Dates November 2, 2026
Disneyland’s Holiday Transformation Is Underway: What’s Changing Before November 13 November 1, 2026
Disneyland Resort Reveals Complete Guide to the 2026 Holiday Season August 26, 2026

Downtown Disney District

Downtown Disney is Disneyland Resort’s dining, shopping and entertainment district, and it is free to visit with no park ticket needed.

Disneyland Holiday Food Guide 2026: The Best New Treats at Disneyland, California Adventure and Downtown Disney November 4, 2026
Disney and Starbucks ‘Mint to Be’ Holiday Collection Arrives at Disneyland and Walt Disney World November 3, 2026
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event City-Wide Celebrations March 26, 2026
Your Complete Guide to the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland December 9, 2025
Nectar Life Body Products Opens at Downtown Disney July 25, 2025

Disneyland Resort Hotels

Disneyland Resort has three Disney hotels, all within walking distance of the parks: the Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, and Pixar Place Hotel.

Disneyland Dining and Food

New menus, seasonal treats, festival booths and the snacks everyone is talking about.

Disneyland Holiday Food Guide 2026: The Best New Treats at Disneyland, California Adventure and Downtown Disney November 4, 2026
Disney Festival of Holidays 2026 Foodie Guide: Every Dish and Drink at Disney California Adventure November 3, 2026
Jack Skellington Tiki Mug Floats Into Trader Sam’s at the Disneyland Hotel October 9, 2026
Halloween Time Has Arrived at the Disneyland Resort Hotels; Here’s What’s in Store! September 28, 2026
Taco About Exciting! Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante Gets a Delicious Menu Refresh September 6, 2026

Events and Seasonal Celebrations

From Lunar New Year and the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival to Halloween Time and the holidays, there is almost always something to celebrate at Disneyland Resort.

Disney’s 2026 Holiday Gift Cards Are Here, Plus Free Stocking Pins With Mickey, Minnie, Stitch and Jack Skellington November 7, 2026
Disneyland Holiday Food Guide 2026: The Best New Treats at Disneyland, California Adventure and Downtown Disney November 4, 2026
Disney Festival of Holidays 2026 Foodie Guide: Every Dish and Drink at Disney California Adventure November 3, 2026
Disney and Starbucks ‘Mint to Be’ Holiday Collection Arrives at Disneyland and Walt Disney World November 3, 2026
Disneyland News This Week: Mickey’s Mix Magic Fireworks, Christmas Day Dining Reservations and 2026 Candy Cane Dates November 2, 2026
Disneyland’s Holiday Transformation Is Underway: What’s Changing Before November 13 November 1, 2026
Disney Christmas Morning Parade, New Year’s Eve Fireworks Info & More October 28, 2026
New Disney’s Holiday Pastel Collection! October 27, 2026

🎄 Planning a holiday trip? See our complete guide to the 2026 holiday season at Disneyland Resort, the Disneyland Holiday Food Guide 2026 and our Disney Festival of Holidays 2026 Foodie Guide.

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Disneyland Resort FAQ

Where is Disneyland?

Disneyland Resort is in Anaheim, California, in Orange County, about 25 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.

How many parks are at Disneyland Resort?

Disneyland Resort has two theme parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. The two parks sit right across a plaza from each other, so it is easy to visit both in one day with a Park Hopper ticket.

Do you need a ticket to visit Downtown Disney?

No. The Downtown Disney District is free to enter. You only pay for the shopping, dining and entertainment you choose.

When did Disneyland open?

Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955. Disney California Adventure opened on February 8, 2001.

What is the difference between Disneyland and Walt Disney World?

Disneyland in California is smaller and more walkable, with two parks and three hotels. Walt Disney World in Florida is much bigger, with four theme parks, two water parks and dozens of resort hotels. See our Walt Disney World News and Guide to learn more.

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