Dazzling lights, stunning decorations, and jolly parades and attractions—what else do you need to make this Christmas the most enjoyable one yet? Ring in the merriest holiday season at Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure!
Did you know that 2021 marks the return of the beloved Disneyland Christmas Parade? Get to see prancing reindeers and little drummer boys marching down Main Street again! This year, you’ll also be able to see the majestic fireworks display by Sleeping Beauty’s castle once again, as well as new attractions that will make sure you have the most fun Christmas in Disneyland!
Welcome Christmas at Disneyland! Image Credit: Barbara Zandova via Unsplash
Visiting Disneyland during Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, so to save you the hassle, book your Disneyland tickets with Klook! Typically, you’ll be needing separate tickets to visit Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure. But, with Klook, you can purchase one-day hopper tickets so that you can see both parks in one day! Isn’t that convenient?
When does Christmas start in Disneyland?
Christmas starts early at Disneyland Park. Image Credit: Anand via Unsplash
Disneyland’s holiday events start from November 12 and will run until January 9, 2022, so there’s plenty of time for you to plan your trip and enjoy its festivities!
What should I expect during Christmas in Disneyland?
Marvel at outstanding floats during the parade! Image credit: Jordis Small via Unsplash
As mentioned above, this year marks the return of the well-loved Christmas Parade right down Main Street. Throughout the whole holiday season, expect to see the “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” marching down its traditional route: from “it’s a small world” to Main Street. Keep your eyes peeled for your favorite Disney characters, snowmen, gingerbread men, and Santa dancing along to a beautiful mashed-up blend of Disney and Christmas classics.
Halloween meets Christmas at the Haunted Mansion. Image Credit: Ben Lei via Unsplash
Disneyland is also celebrating something special this year: Haunted Mansion’s 20th anniversary! To commemorate the feat, the iconic attraction turns into a Gingerbread “Franken-house,” where every nook and cranny pays tribute to a specific past Haunted Mansion theme. If you missed celebrating Halloween, this is your chance to continue the fun since the attraction will be open through January 9!
Check how “it’s a small world” transformed this Christmas season! Image Credit: Yulissa Tagle via Unsplash
If you’re planning to visit “it’s a small world Holiday,” we recommend you do it at night when you can fully enjoy the Christmas lights and small projections that light up the area. The classic ride is also filled with cheery holiday tunes you can sing along to!
One of the newest attractions at Disneyland this Christmas is the exclusive after-hours party called "Disney Merriest Nites"! On six select nights this November to December, join your favorite Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, Princess Tiana, Miguel from Coco, Elsa, Buzz Lightyear, and Lilo & Stitch as they throw their own Christmas party. We encourage you to dress up according to the theme of your party so you can celebrate the holiday season the best way possible!
Don’t forget to take photos of the decor! Image Credit: Yulissa Tagle via Unsplash
To cap off your day at Disneyland Park, wait for the "Believe...in Holiday Magic" fireworks and snow show above Sleeping Beauty’s castle and Main Street! Every night at Disneyland Park, a 15-minute fireworks show with over 80,000 dazzling lights will illuminate the facade of the iconic Disney castle. If you wish to see a winter wonderland this Christmas, head over to the central plaza, where a frosty surprise awaits you.
At Disneyland California Adventure, you can celebrate different holidays all over the world at the "Disneyland Festival of Holidays"! See how festivities like Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Three Kings' Day, and Diwali are celebrated worldwide as you tune in to mariachi versions of well-loved holiday tunes and indulge in seasonal treats, right at the Festival Foods Marketplace!
Kids will definitely have fun this holiday season at Disneyland
Excited to celebrate Christmas in Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure? Gather up the whole family and start planning your trip today!
