Awesome Reasons to Visit Disneyland in 2020

As you start to plan out your family getaways for 2020, we think you should definitely consider a visit to Disneyland Resort. Whether seeing it for the first time or visiting years after your initial visit, the West Coast theme parks are going from strength to strength with attractions ranging from trusted favorites to dazzling new state-of-the-art rides! And don’t get us started on food, entertainment and more!

To give you a taste of the fun that awaits, check out a handful of reasons why Disneyland is the place to be in 2020. 

Live out your Star Wars adventures!

 Adventure awaits at every turn when you travel to the planet of Batuu inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – the newest land at Disneyland park. Here, you can craft your own lightsaber, build a droid, have a drink at Oga’s Cantina and even fly the Millennium Falcon. Also, in just a few weeks, you’ll be able to join the Resistance in its biggest secret mission against the First Order when Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens on Jan. 17.

Celebrate magical moments with the all-new “Magic Happens” parade

Stunning floats, an energetic musical score and all your favorite Disney characters, what more could you ask for from an afternoon parade!?  “Magic Happens” comes to life starting Feb. 28. Trust us when we say that it is simply not-to-be-missed. 

Team up with Super Heroes at the new Avengers Campus

Starting this year, visitors to Disney California Adventure can embark on an adventure filled with daring heroes at the Avengers Campus. Opening in 2020, the land will feature the first Disney ride-through attraction featuring Spider-Man, supersized food at Pym Test Kitchen and Heroic Encounters with some of your favorite Marvel characters. 

Welcome a year of good fortune during Lunar New Year

It’s the year of the Mouse and we can’t think of a better place to celebrate than Disneyland Resort!  From Jan. 17 to Feb. 9, guests can enjoy the commemorative traditions of Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures, as well as special food offerings and entertainment like “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession.” 

Party during Disneyland After Dark

Add an extra element of fun to your Disneyland visit with these four specially themed, separate ticketed events. Each After Dark Party has a different theme:  80s Nite (Jan. 29), Sweethearts’ Nite (Feb. 12 and 13), PIXAR Nite (Mar. 5) and Villains Nite (Apr. 30). These events will feature unique entertainment, special food, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, collectible merchandise and more. Dates vary and tickets are limited, so start planning for your “big nite” now!

Taste your way through Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

 Calling all foodies! There is no better way to savour California’s bountiful bites and bubblies than during Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. During the Fest, you’ll enjoy delectable cuisine, entertainment, culinary seminars and more. This year’s Food & Wine Festival runs from Feb. 28 to Apr. 21.

Travel to Anna and Elsa’s Royal Welcome

You won’t need to head into the unknown with Anna and Elsa’s Royal Welcome! Inside Animation Academy in Disney California Adventure park, these loving sisters are so excited to meet you and take photos with you in their beautiful new dresses taken directly from “Frozen 2.” 

Commemorate 65 years of Disneyland:

 On July 17, Disneyland celebrates 65 years of being the “Happiest Place On Earth!” This includes many of its opening day attractions, such as Mad Tea Party, Peter Pan’s Flight and Jungle Cruise.

Enjoy the exciting reimagination of Snow White’s Scary Adventures

In 2020, this classic Fantasyland attraction with add some new magic.  Familiar elements of the classic attraction that we know and love will be preserved, but you’ll also discover enhanced story details and all-new scenes that help complete Snow White’s happily ever after.

Dare to discover the spooktacular Halloween season

It’s not too early to start making your 2020 Halloween plans.  Monsters and witches alike will gather for Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort! Both parks are decked out for the occasion with dreadfully delightful décor, seasonal attraction overlays and Halloween-themed treats – not to mention Disney villains lurking throughout the resort!

Have a freakishly fun time at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party

Back for another year, Oogie Boogie will be casting his spell in this highly popular, separate-ticket event. Oogie Boogie Bash is filled with exclusive entertainment and experiences, including the “World of Color” spectacular – “Villainous!,” interactive DescenDANCE Party, fully immersive treat trails, “Mickey’s Trick & Treat” stage production and more!

Ring in the festive holiday season

All is merry and bright during the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, so be sure to visit when the resort is bursting with holiday entertainment, speciality foods and joyous festivities at both parks, our three hotels and the Downtown Disney District.

So what are you waiting for? Make 2020 the year you experience all that Disneyland Resort has to offer! 

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