It’s The Year of the Mouse! Your Guide To Disney California Adventure’s Lunar New Year Celebration
We can’t think of a better place to celebrate the Year of the Mouse then at Disney California Adventure where from January 17 – February 9 they’ll be pulling out all the stops as part of their Lunar New Year Celebration! Check out some of the fabulous ways that Disney pays tribute to the traditions of Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures.
During this 24 day celebration, you’ll find multicultural entertainment and musical performances, fun-filled activities, beautiful décor, delicious cuisine, speciality merchandise and more.
- “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” – This Celebratory parade led by Mulan that honors Lunar New Year and dedicates the new year’s blessings to family and friendship. Talented performers bring dance, martial arts and drumming to enhance the beautifully colorful procession, which will run several times, daily.
- “Hurry Home – Lunar New Year Celebration” – You won’t want to miss this nighttime water show at Paradise Bay prior to “World of Color.” It tells the tale of a little lantern’s quest to reunite with family for the annual celebration of good luck and fortune.
- Disney Character Encounters – Beloved characters Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will don new festive Lunar New Year attire this year as they greet guests at Paradise Gardens. You may even bump into Mulan, Pluto, and the Three Little Pigs.
- Asian Cuisine – Enjoy four festive marketplaces where you can experience delightful food and beverages inspired by Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cultures. Look for awesome menus at Longevity Noodle Co., Lucky 8 Lantern, Prosperity Bao & Buns and Red Dragon Spice Traders. If you’re looking to taste your way through the marketplaces, the popular Sip and Savor pass* will also be available for purchase.
- Entertainment – Live, daily performances by authentic Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese dancers and musicians will take place throughout Paradise Gardens Park.
- Kid-friendly Crafts and Activities – Enjoy complimentary arts and crafts, including dragon’s pearl coloring craft and Chinese calligraphy with local artisans. Plus, new face painting opportunities have been added to the celebration, available for purchase.
- Lucky Wishing Wall – After strolling beneath strings of ornamental lanterns in Paradise Gardens, write down wishes and tie them to the wall in hopes for a prosperous future.
Commemorative Merchandise – Discover all-new spirit jerseys, fun bobble-head figures with Chip and Dale, a traditional red envelope set, themed Minnie Mouse ear headbands and more.
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