Without a doubt, this is the summer of Pixar at the Disneyland Resort. From Pixar Fest to the opening of Pixar Pier, it’s Pixar, Pixar Pixar all over the parks. While Pixar Pier is a permanent new land In Disney California Adventure, Pixar Fest is a limited time event. That means many of the special food, entertainment, character experiences and more are slated to end September 3, 2018.
As the summer nears its end, here are the Pixar offerings you need to take advantage while you can!
Special Pixar Fest Entertainment, Experiences and Characters
“Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular:” Want to see Buzz Lightyear fly across the sky? Together Forever combines dazzling pyrotechnics, projections, memorable music and a heartwarming story of friendship to create an emotional nighttime extravaganza you don’t want to miss. The best part is that it is different depending upon where you see it in Disneyland Park. The best spots include “it’s a small world” mall, Main Street and Central Plaza (in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle).
Learn incredible fun facts about Together Forever by clicking here.
Pixar Pals Dance Party: Head to Tomorrowland Terrace in Disneyland where guests of all ages can dance and party with their favorite Pixar pals. The dance party is an ideal time to get up close with Pixar characters such as Russell, Dug, Woody, Jessie, the Green Army Men and more.
Pixar Pals at Paradise Gardens: Paradise Gardens celebrates Pixar pals with character experiences, musical performances and themed food and décor.
Pixar Character Experiences: Throughout the day, g meet and pose for photos with beloved Pixar pals including Woody & Buzz, Mike & Sulley, Mr. & Mrs. Incredible, Flik & Atta and Russell & Dug. Check the Disneyland app for where to find your favorites.
TripleDent Gum presents The Pixarmonic Orchestra: This zany, seven-piece band performs lively songs from Pixar films with unconventional instruments such as cowbells, kazoos, duck calls, sirens and slide whistles. The band currently does shoes in Pixar Pier. The video below is from their early summer performances in Paradise Gardens.
Pixar Shorts Film Festival: Escape the heat and enjoy classic and some of the most recent Pixar shorts in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure in the Sunset Showcase Theater and in Tomorrowland in Disneyland at the Tomorrowland Theater.
Learn to draw Pixar Characters at the Animation Academy: This is an absolute MUST and one of the things we hope carries over after Pixar Fest ends. Check the daily schedule located inside the animation building before jumping in line, as you may want to plan your day around the characters you most want to learn how to draw.
Blueberry Scout Jamboree: This adorable respite for babes is perfect to get the wiggles out. Learn more about this adorable Pixar Fest offering by clicking here.
Attraction and Restaurant Overlays for Pixar Fest
Alien Pizza Planet: In Tomorrowland, the popular Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port transforms into Alien Pizza Planet during Pixar Fest, inspired by the loveable, green Space Aliens from the family restaurant frequented by Andy (and his toys) in “Toy Story.” The Aliens are invading this popular dining spot to deliver fresh, hot pizzas and other items that are out of this world, including the new specialty pepperoni pizza and cheeseburger pizza.
Disneyland Monorail: The Disneyland Monorail joins the Pixar fun by showcasing Pixar characters on the exteriors of each monorail. One monorail train features The Incredibles and Frozone showcasing their Super strengths while Nemo, Marlin, Dory, Crush and Squirt swim through a rip current on another train.
Special Foods for Pixar Fest
We have written, at length, about all of the Pixar Fest food. From amazingly delicious churros to specially themed meals, the Pixar Fest food has been one of the most noteworthy aspects of the entire summer celebration. I would be very surprised if Disneyland didn’t keep many of the popular items (like some of the specialty churros) on their menus after September 3. As it stands right now, however, no announcements have been made about keeping the specialty items.
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Pixar Fest Afternoon Tea at the Disneyland Hotel
What makes elegant afternoon tea even more lovely? Making it Pixar themed, of course! The Pixar twist on this wonderful, classic afternoon tradition ends on September 2, so make your reservations as quickly as possible.
The premium tea experience is $65 for adults and includes this adorable Remy spoon straw.
The classic tea experience is $52 for adults. The children’s experience for ages 3 to 9 is $35. More information is available on the Disneyland website.
Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort Hotels
The Disneyland Resort hotels have gone all out when it comes to celebrating Pixar Fest with Pixar-themed room packages, Pixar Fest pool parties, Pixar movie nights, Pixar Fest photo frames and Pixar Fest-themed room keys.
Special Notes:
- Pixar Play Parade and Paint the Night have been extended beyond September 3, although the actual end date has not been released.
- Other Pixar Fest special events and offerings may be extended beyond September 3. All information in this article was accurate at the time of publishing.
