The Disney100 Celebration at Disneyland offers guests must have merchandise, delicious dining options, and brand new spectacular entertainment.
Fans around the world are celebrating 100 years of Disney and what better place to be sure to visit this year than Disneyland! This is the theme park that started them all, and they are going full force when it comes to ringing in this very special year. With new nighttime shows, delicious food, must have merch, and a stunning purple and platinum overlay, fans will want to make their way to California this year!
Upon arrival at Disneyland Park, you’ll be instantly met by mesmerizing sights—with celebratory touches all along Main Street, U.S.A., culminating in an awe-inspiring display at Sleeping Beauty Castle.
Discover extra pixie dust across the Downtown Disney District, from shimmering banners to vibrant botanical displays. And on the West End, a 15-foot Mickey statue awaits—ready for a larger-than-life photo opportunity.
Disney100 Characters
The characters are all donning their platinum and purple outfits and are eager to take photos with guests!
A Special Disney100 Exhibit
The Disney Gallery on Main Street, U.S.A. gives Disney fans seasonal art exhibits to explore and so of course there is a special Disney100 exhibit currently on display. Here, guests can read about many of the iconic rides, both old and new, as well as see maquette sculpture up close.
Not only will they be stunned by these works of art, they can read the inspiring stories behind their favorite Disneyland Park attractions such as Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, and even Sleeping Beauty Castle walkthrough.
In reference to Disneyland Park, Walt Disney said, “It all started from a daddy with two daughters wondering where he could take them where he could have a little fun with them, too.” The park was also an opportunity for Walt to tell stories in a whole new way, bringing Disney films to life in the real world.
It was as if guests could walk right through the silver screen and become immersed in the Enchanted Forest, Never Land, Toad Hall and Davy Crockett’s Wild Frontier.
The Disney100 exhibit is a self-guided attraction. While you can spend as much time as you like there, we suggest setting aside at least thirty minutes. Longer, if you wish to read every plaque and look at all of the displays in detail. It truly is something magical.
Disney100 Must Have Merchandise
Nearly every shop at Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure, and Downtown Disney have Disney100 merchandise for guests to browse. No matter what you are looking for, they have something for you! The Disney100 colors are platinum and purple, which is exactly what color the merchandise is as well.
Classic items like ears, hats, and balloons can be found just about anywhere you look – and yes they are adorable and yes, you need them. The spirit jerseys are colorful yet subtle, and feature the fab five (Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Donald Duck, and Goofy) as well as Pluto on back. They also include the Disney100 logo and are a must have for collectors.
When it comes to the other Disney100 merchandise that guests can purchase, there are shirts, sweatshirts, statues, dolls, plushies, and so much more. Truly something for everything. Honestly, all are reasonably priced when compared to the non-Disney100 merchandise, which is sure to make Disney fans happy.
Currently discounts are able to be used, so if you are a Magic Key holder or a Disney Vacation Club Member, prepare for savings!
Disney100 Delicious Dining Options
There is something to be said about Disney food. Somehow, everything just tastes better at the parks. Disney has gone all out to help celebrate Disney100, and that means they even stepped it up with the food offerings. There are a lot of delicious sweet treats, with our favorite standout being the Lemon Tea Cake.
However, cream cheese pretzel lovers will be thrilled to get their hands (or rather tastebuds) on the Violet Pretzel which is the cream cheese filled pretzel drizzled with salted vanilla cream and lavender sugar. If a churro is more your thing, Disney has you covered with their Disney100 version which is a churro rolled in cherry sugar and drizzled with white icing and purple and silver pearls.
Collectors rejoice because of course Disney thought about the items that will last forever as well. There are popcorn buckets and mugs/cups – our favorite being the Disney100 Poison Apple Mug.
Here is a complete list of the food and beverage offerings for Disney100:
- Lemon Tea Cake: Lemon curd, lemon zest glaze, and a fresh slice of lemon
- Celebration Cake: Pecan brownie, chocolate truffle mousse, red berries, and milk chocolate mousse glazed with chocolate ganache and topped with a star
- Minnie Apple
- Minnie Cake Pop
- Platinum Trifle: Layers of chocolate cookie crumbles, cheesecake, cherry compote, chocolate cookie mousse, and crème fraîche chantilly with crunch pearls and a chocolate piece
- Old-Fashioned Cream Soda: Sprite, cherry, and blue cotton candy gourmet syrup served frozen and topped with whipped cream and purple pixie dust
- Potato & Cheddar Cheeseburger: 1/3 lb angus chuck patty, green chile, and bacon cheddar sauce with spicy crispy potato planks on a brioche bun
- Lemon Chiffon Pie: Classic lemon chiffon pie with graham cracker crust topped with vanilla chantilly cream
- Platinum Trifle: Layers of chocolate cookie crumbles, cheesecake, cherry compote, chocolate cookie mousse, and crème fraîche chantilly with crunch pearls and a chocolate piece
- Mr. Banks Shortbread Tart: Caramel and chocolate ganache in a shortbread tart, purple-colored white chocolate mousse, sea salt, edible silver stars, and silver crunch pearls
- Violet Pretzel: Cream cheese-filled pretzel drizzled with salted vanilla cream and lavender sugar
- Sparkling Grape: Sprite with grape syrup topped with a candy strip
- Disney100 Churro rolled in cherry sugar drizzled with white icing and topped with purple and silver pearls
- French Onion Dip Pizza: Mozzarella, Gruyère, caramelized onion, and sliced roast beef served with a side of beef au jus
- SNICKERS Sundae: Butter-pecan ice cream topped with chocolate shell, caramel sauce, whipped cream, chopped peanuts, and SNICKERS bar pieces served in a waffle cup
- Steamboat Willie Shake: Cookies & cream shake with whipped topping and chocolate creme-filled cookie ears
- Disney100 Thermo Tumbler
- Disney100 Mickey Mouse Sipper
- Disney100 Poison Apple Mug
- Disney100 Magic Key Refillable Popcorn Bucket
- Disney100 Star Glow Cube
- Disney100 Mickey Mouse Straw Clip
- Disney100 Cinderella Premium Bucket
Wondrous Journeys Nighttime Spectacular
Go on an epic adventure through 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios in this thrilling nighttime spectacular.
Gaze in wonder as Sleeping Beauty Castle and Main Street, U.S.A. become a marvelous canvas for 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios storytelling. Thrill as talented artists transform empty pages brimming with possibility into beloved Disney characters and vivid animated worlds awash with magic.
All of this and more is brought to life by soaring music, stunning state-of-the-art projection technology—and on select nights, sensational pyrotechnics!
For over 100 years, Walt Disney Animation Studios has unlocked a special kind of wonder in our lives. These films have inspired us to dream bigger, unleash our spirit of adventure, discover the power within—and realize that it’s kind of fun to do the impossible.
Wondrous Journeys is an enchanting celebration of the wishers, dreamers and artists at Walt Disney Animation Studios who have shared their imagination and talents with the world.
Wondrous Journeys Nighttime Spectacular Review
World of Color – ONE
It takes only a single ripple to make a huge impact. After all, a ripple can generate a wave—and a wave can power an ocean of change.
Many Disney and Pixar characters have dared to make waves and change their world for the better. In World of Color – ONE, their stories take center stage—unfolding amid a breathtaking blend of dancing water and incredible special effects.
World of Color – ONE celebrates the rich storytelling legacy begun by Walt Disney a century ago, bringing to spectacular life moments from favorite films including The Lion King, Moana, Ratatouille, Soul, Star Wars, The Avengers and more.
Come experience the first World of Color to feature characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Star Wars and more!
World of Color – ONE Review
No matter how you like to celebrate, Disneyland Resort has you covered. There are new magical nighttime shows, merchandise as far as the eye can see, and a whole lot of delicious offerings.
Disney is celebrating 100 years with their Disney100 celebration, so be sure to visit in 2023 so you too can experience all that they have.
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