Kick off your summer 2024 with the best party around - Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort! This event runs until August 4th and it is most definitely not too late to join on the fun. Pixar Fest celebrates friendship and beyond by immersing you in the friendships and stories you know and love from classic movies such as Toy Story, Turning Red, Up, Inside Out, Luca and more!

Here is the ultimate guide of what you can expect to experience on your visit to Pixar Fest:

Together Forever - A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular
During Pixar Fest you will be able to cap off your day by experiencing the magic of Pixar storytelling. With this nighttime spectacular that takes you on a heartfelt journey of friendship you will watch as beloved Pixar characters meet, embark on adventures, face challenges, and ultimately create unbreakable bonds. Fireworks will only be set off on select nights however, every night you will be able to enjoy clips of your favorite Pixar movies such as Toy Story, Soul, Inside Out, Up and more through projections found on the buildings of Main Street USA, Sleeping Beauty Castle and “it’s a small world.” Keep your eyes peeled and you may just get lucky enough to catch a glimpse of Buzz Lightyear soaring through the air and Carl Fredricksen’s house from Up floating above Sleeping Beauty Castle.

Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!
On your visit you will not want to miss the opportunity to see more than 2 dozen of your favorite Pixar Pals make their way through Disney California Adventure Park in the new Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration Parade! The parade kicks off with the iconic Pixar lamp rolling its way through the park followed by Red Panda Mei and her friends rocking out to the one and only 4Town! The parade features floats inspired by Soul, Luca, Up, Inside Out and even more friends are out and about to see you as well such as Woody, Buzz, Miguel, The Incredibles and more! When we tell you, you will not be able to get this fun and catchy tune out of your head for the rest of the day - we mean. Don’t say we didn’t warn you! “YOU - ME - better together, better together!”

Want an even more magical way to enjoy this foot stomping parade? Treat yourself to the “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” Parade Viewing Dining Package at Sonoma Terrace with Pixar-inspired food and treats and prime viewing of the parade!

Club Pixar
Every evening, Pixar fans will have the ultimate place to sit back and relax for a break in their day in the backlot at Disney California Adventure Park! At Club Pixar you will find Pixar-themed versions of games like cornhole and tic tac toe, photo opportunities (try on your own Buzz Lightyear wings for size!), themed food, specially crafted beverages and even a fun "drive-in" theatre showcasing some of your favorite Pixar Shorts. The Short Stop Drive In Theatre is such a cute and fun addition to Club Pixar - who doesn’t love Pixar Shorts?

Pixar Pals Playtime Party
Join in on the biggest Pixar Party around located at the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland! From 11:45 - 5:30 everyday of Pixar Fest you can get down with your favorite Pixar Pals in this ultimate dance party! Your Pixar hosts will have you moving and grooving along with some of your favorite Pixar friends including Mr. & Mrs. Incredible, Joy & Sadness, Woody & Jessie and more! When this host led dance party isn’t going on you can enjoy a selection of Pixar shorts on the big screen. Also found in the Fantasyland Theatre is plenty of crafts and photo ops! These photo ops are so fun and will have you thinking you hopped right into some iconic Pixar movies. Snap a photo with the Piston Cup from Cars, Carl & Ellie’s mailbox from UP!, the iconic Guinevere van from Onward and more. While you are visiting, keep your eyes peeled because plenty of Pixar friends will be popping out for meet and greets! You can meet Merida, Luca and Alberto, Russel and brand new to the parks is Wade and Ember!

Festival Marketplaces
Disney seems to have caught on that it just isn’t a complete event without some exclusive food! They have really gone above and beyond for Pixar Fest with the addition of amazing Festival Marketplaces. Each booth located in Disney California Adventure Park is going to be themed to a different Pixar movie! For example: at Gusteau’s To Go (of course based on Gusteau’s restaurant from Ratatouille) you can order a Ratatouille Pizzetta inspired by Remy’s infamous dish!
The Festival Marketplaces consists of: Elemental Table inspired by Elemental of course, The Spark inspired by Soul, Portorosso Pasta inspired by Luca, Hanger Management inspired by Inside Out, Gusteau’s To-Go inspired by Ratatouille and 4*TOWN FAV*4*ITES inspired by Turning Red!  In addition to the Festival Marketplaces many of the other dining locations with the Disneyland Resort are offering exclusive Pixar Fest goodies as well!

Limited-Time Merchandise and Novelties
As with any specialty event or offering, you can expect to find a ton of exclusive Pixar Fest merchandise! With an entire merchandise line dedicated to this event you can find spirit jerseys, bags, hats, water bottles, sweaters and so much more! The fun doesn’t stop in the gift shops - check out some of the snack kiosks around the park for specialty novelty items such as a Pizza Planet truck popcorn bucket, Slinky Dog sipper, Coco guitar popcorn bucket, Pixar character straws and key chain clips and plenty of other items you will want to get your hands on!

Our Pure Magic Vacations agents are ready to get you set for an unforgettable summer trip to Pixar Fest. There are many ways to save on your visit to the Disneyland Resort this summer with new special offers on both rooms and tickets! Ask your travel agent for more information (they may even be able to assist you in spotting some hidden Pizza Planet trucks all throughout the park - exclusive to this event!) 

Are you excited for Pixar Fest? Reach out to your Pure Magic Vacations Travel Agent to begin your countdown today!

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