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Holidays at Disneyland Resort

Tis the season to usher in the magic of the holidays with a visit to the Disneyland Resort. Make it a favorite family tradition by sharing the holiday spirit at the Merriest Place on Earth. Let the holidays begin!

The Holiday Feeling at Disneyland Park

Walking around Disneyland Park during the holidays is one of the most wonderful feelings you can ever imagine. From glistening snow to the park all aglow, there's so much to experience here that you'll want to share the holiday magic with the people most special in your life.

Brighten Your Holidays at Disney's California Adventure Park

Disney's California Adventure Park is transformed into a grand holiday spectacle, with inspired decorations and attractions that will make your holidays twinkle a bit brighter - the Disney way!

Holiday Cheer and Shopping at Downtown Disney District

The holidays are in full swing at Downtown Disney District. Enjoy the live entertainment, vibrant, festive ambiance and explore the unique variety of restaurants and stores-where you may just find the perfect gift. Here's a sampling, including our newer stores:

What goes best with holiday shopping? Holiday entertainment and dining, of course:

Rainforest Café: Experience fabulous food in a unique setting! You'll feel like you're eating in the jungle, with animated apes, live parrots and sounds of the rainforest - all under a twinkling starscape.

Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle

See up close the stunning splendor of Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle, the gleaming highlight of Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. With glistening snow and sparkling icicle lights, the castle truly is a sight to behold. Take in the more than 50,000 shimmering lights and the snow-capped turrets and finials. Then wander through this magnificent castle, one of the most famous Disneyland icons of all time, from the classic Disney film. 

''Believe in Holiday Magic" Fireworks

Revel in an awe-inspiring spectacular that paints the night sky with dazzling colors and artistry expressing the holiday spirit - set against the majestic beauty of Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle! Experience true magic as Disneyland Park twinkles and glows, while snow gently falls in the unforgettable finale. 

For dates and time, please check the Calendar online or the Entertainment Times Guide at the Main Entrance, upon your arrival.

''A Christmas Fantasy" Parade

Herald in the holidays with a parade of trumpeting toy soldiers, some favorite Disney Characters and friends, and romping reindeer-leading up to an exciting special appearance by Santa Claus! Witness this vivid holiday fantasy come to life in classic seasonal vignettes:

For dates and times, please check the Calendar online or the Entertainment Times Guide at the Main Entrance, upon your arrival.

Disney's Electrical Parade

Enjoy a beloved nighttime classic guaranteed to electrify your spirit as dazzling floats wind their way through Disney's California Adventure Park. Bask in Yuletide cheer as thousands of sparking lights dance in sync to delightful tunes. Tis the season to experience one of Disney's most memorable parades of all time.

See Disney's Electrical Parade at Disney's California Adventure Park from December 18, 2009 to January 3, 2010.

Haunted Mansion Holiday

Halloween meets holiday hijinx at the Haunted Mansion where Jack Skellington and his cohorts from ''Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas" have done an ex-scream makeover. The graveyard is blanketed in snow and a cascade of animated jack-o'-lanterns, and Sandy Claws' coffin sleigh is parked atop the roof. Inside, hear madcap Madame Leota's 13 Days of Christmas seance, and witness Audio-Animatronics figures Jack and trickster Oogie Boogie wreak havoc when Christmas and Halloween collide to create some twisted fun!

Jack Skellington and Haunted Mansion Holiday are inspired by ''Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas."

''it's a small world" holiday

Take an enchanting global voyage to see the unique holiday traditions of many nations! Children from around the world sing international interpretations of beloved holiday songs.

You'll delight in all the holiday splendor- with seasonal costumes, decorations, lighting and effects-showcased by one of the most beloved attractions at Disneyland Resort.

Santa's Reindeer Round-up

Hop along to Frontierland at Disneyland Park. Get ready for a special visit by Santa and his loyal team of real reindeer! You'll find Santa inside his cozy cabin, where Mrs. Claus enjoys greeting folks, too, and pointing out some of her favorite decorations.  Even Pluto the Rein-dog makes a special appearance! Everyone's invited to drop on by Big Thunder Ranch to celebrate the merriest time of year.

Disneyland Resort Holiday Greetings

Create Your Own Holidays D-Card!

Celebrate the magic of the season by sharing a special Disney greeting. Skip the stamps and send family, friends and acquaintances an electronic holiday card with your choice of greetings, images of Disney characters and holiday music. You'll be able to preview your D-Card and make changes before you send it off. Best of all, your D-Card is personalized with the names of everyone ''on your list"!

Share the Magic with Annual Passports and Tickets

A visit to the Disneyland Resort during the holidays is a wonderful gift, whether it's for someone else or yourself! There's no better way to get in the holiday spirit than to experience the wondrous sights and sounds of the season at the Disneyland Resort.

Save $400 on a 4-Night Hotel and Ticket Package

Make your holidays brighter by staying in the middle of the magic - and save $400! Enjoy a four-day, four-night getaway at a Disneyland Resort hotel - including 4-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Souvenir Tickets.

Book now through December 19, 2009, for arrivals by December 20, 2009.

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Enjoy Special Rates on Disneyland Resort Hotels!

Get away for the holidays and take advantage of special rates at all three Disneyland Resort hotels, starting at $154 a night through December 21, 2009.* You and your loved ones will stay close to the action while enjoying Disney's famous hospitality amid plush comfort! With only a two-night minimum stay now through December 21, 2009, it's easy to plan the perfect getaway!

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* Blockout dates and other restrictions apply.

SoCal Residents Save Up to 38% on a Hotel and Ticket Package

Make your holidays brighter by staying in the middle of the magic at a Disneyland Resort hotel - and save up to 38% on a two-day, two-night hotel and ticket package.* When visiting before December 22, 2009, Southern California residents can save when staying at the Disneyland Resort for two nights and enjoy two 2-Day Park Hopper tickets! Be sure to book your getaway by December 21, 2009.

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* Rates restricted to Southern California residents residing in zip codes 90000 to 93599 and proof of qualifying residency required at check in. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same two-night, two-day stay for two adults. Blockout dates and other restrictions apply.

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