Disney California Adventure Shines with the Disney Festival of Holidays. Joy and vibrance flourish during Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park as part of Holidays at the Disneyland Resort beginning Nov. 14, 2025, through Jan. 7, 2026. With cultural performances across a range of genres featuring song and dance, and Festive Food Marketplaces serving delicious bites and beverages, guests are invited to enter a season of diverse celebrations that ignite the senses. In Paradise Gardens, Disney ¡Viva Navidad! honors seasonal celebrations in Latin America with music, décor and more. Guests will still be able to spot nods to the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration for a once-in-a-lifetime visit.
Entertainment for all ages
Families can choose from a cheerful lineup of entertainment. Some may feature appearances from their favorite character in holiday attire.
- “Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season” brings festive cheer to Paradise Gardens Park, where Mirabel from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” hosts a lively celebration Mondays through Fridays at the area’s entrance. This heartfelt musical performance features beloved songs from the film and invites guests to join Mirabel for her Fiesta de Navidad, filled with music, magic and holiday joy.
- “A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel!” celebrates the spirit of the holidays through heartfelt stories and timeless songs in an enchanting tribute to the season on Monday through Friday evenings. Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland delivers glowing performances of classic carols, with a special appearance by Miguel from Pixar Animation Studios’ “Coco.”
- The Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party performs in Paradise Gardens on Saturdays and Sundays, featuring The Three Caballeros accompanied by Mexican folklórico dancers and mariachis, Brazilian samba dancers and percussionists, and 12-foot-tall mojiganga puppets of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. Plus, a special appearance by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their fiesta best.
- Santa Claus welcomes visitors to Redwood Creek Challenge Trail through Dec. 24 for souvenir photos and everlasting memories before he heads back toward the North Pole.
- “Mickey’s Happy Holidays” presents a cheerful processional with Mickey Mouse and pals as they march to the beat of festive music and holiday rhythms throughout Disney California Adventure Park.
- The Holiday Toy Drummers march to their own merry beat with holiday cheer for all to hear, performing several times daily in Disney California Adventure Park.
Paradise Gardens is home to Disney ¡Viva Navidad! festivities, which return with specialty dishes at Paradise Garden Grill, live music and décor. Mirabel from “Encanto” may be found greeting guests at Paradise Gardens Park. Other favorite Disney characters making appearances in the area include Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and The Three Caballeros.
Live Music and Dance Lineup
A vibrant lineup of live bands and cultural performance groups fills the festival with energy and rhythm. Guests can enjoy these dynamic performances at select times throughout the day at Paradise Gardens Park, the Hollywood Backlot Stage and the Hollywood Lounge Stage.
This year’s festival features several new acts, including Karmagraphy, known for dances that fuse Bollywood, contemporary and world dance styles; Afro-Peruvian Experience showcasing music, dance and folklore from Indigenous to Afro-Peruvian traditions; and Claudia de la Cruz Flamenco, bringing the artistry of Spanish flamenco to the stage. Returning favorites include the Mistletoes, The Ladies of R&B and Soul, Le Ballet Dembaya and more.
Delightful, seasonal food and beverage items at select locations
Six Festive Food Marketplaces and select dining locations across Disney California Adventure Park feature culinary creations inspired by various traditions and holidays. Adventurous foodies and traditional food lovers alike can look forward to 60 exclusive items and more than 30 are brand new, such as the spicy Cajun loaded fries, plus returning favorites like the holiday mash bowl and Mickey-shaped sticky toffee pudding macaron.
The scannable Sip and Savor Pass** available for purchase for six coupons, can be redeemed for select food and nonalcoholic beverages from participating marketplaces and dining locations in Disney California Adventure Park. Guests can pick up their order from their respective marketplace kiosk locations by presenting their receipt at each location’s pick-up window.
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