Summer 2017 is gearing up to be an exciting time for visitors to the Disneyland Resort. As the Resort makes the transition from spring break crowds and Grad Nites, we are excited for brand new experiences and the return of some of our classic favorites this summer. We’ve gathered a list (all in one place!) of 11 reasons you have to visit the Disneyland Resort this summer. Oh, let us count the ways!
Classic Space Mountain Returns
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Disneyland’s “Season of the Force” is slowly making way for the return of the classic Space Mountain we know and love, which has spent most of the past year either in “Ghost Galaxy” overlay (for Halloween) or in the fun, Star Wars-themed version, “Hyperspace Mountain.” Fans of the original, rock & rollin’ adventure through space can rest assured that the classic Space Mountain attraction will be back in time for summer!
Main Street Electrical Parade Extended!
We’ve all been dealt with a dose of nostalgia as the happiest homecoming on earth came in the form of the Main Street Electrical Parade. Now extended until August 20th, visitors to the Disneyland Resort this summer can make sure to add this to their bucket list before it goes away!
Looking for a fantastic way to enjoy a great meal inside the park and have a great seat for this timeless parade? Learn more about the Blue Bayou dining package!
Disneyland Presents… #disneyland #mainstreetelectricalparade
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Marvel’s Summer of Heroes at Disney California Adventure
We announced earlier this year that the “Summer of Heroes” was going to take over Disney California Adventure beginning May 27th. This summer celebration will bring new entertainment, meet and greet, and memorable summer fun to enjoy with your favorite Marvel characters! You’ll be able to rub elbows with Star-Lord, Gamora, Groot!
Little ones can dance away their energy with the “Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off!” as well – which will happen multiple times a day!
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The launch of ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Mission: BREAKOUT!’ Attraction
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Of course, the most exciting update that goes along with the Summer of Heroes is the launch of the “Guardians of the Galaxy Mission: BREAKOUT!” attraction!
It’s hard to ignore the major changes that have been made to the former site of the Hollywood Tower of Terror ride at Disney California Adventure, but as the Summer of Heroes opens its doors to the summer crowds, so does “Guardians of the Galaxy Mission: BREAKOUT!” You’ll be transported to the world of Starlord, Gamora, Rocket Raccoon, Groot, and Drax as they try to escape from the Collector’s lair – it’s going to be heart-pumping fun and we couldn’t be more excited!
As noted in our Instagram post, if you can’t wait until May 27th to ride this new attraction, the Disneyland Resort is offering guests the opportunity to experience the ride before anyone else on Friday, May 26th. For $150, guests can enjoy admission to Disney California Adventure Park between 7pm and 2am, the opportunity to ride the new Guardians attractions, meet and greet with favorite Marvel characters and so much more!
Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge Experience
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Looking to enjoy Disneyland from a different perspective? The Disneyland Resorts is inviting guests to special Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge experience. Priced at $45 for anyone aged 3 years or older (free for children under the age of 2), the lounge experience will be open from 8:00pm to 10:00pm and each ticketed Guest can enjoy boxed treats and a beverage of choice. You can come and go as you please, or sit and stroll for the full two hours – and on some nights, you will be able to enjoy the fireworks show as well from a unique vantage point. Stay tuned as we find out more details about this new and unique experience coming to the Disneyland Resort!
The Disneyland Railroad & the Rivers of America Reopen!
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After a long hiatus, Summer 2017 marks the return of the Disneyland Railroad and Rivers of America! Disneyland is still building and preparing for Star Wars land, but the Rivers of America and Disneyland Railroad can now get back to 100% working order! This means the Disneyland Railroad will begin making it’s familiar route around the Park again, and all of your favorite attractions, such as the Mark Twain Riverboat, Sailing Ship Columbia, Pirate’s Lair at Tom Sawyer Island, and Davy Crockett canoes can go back to their regular programming!
New FASTPASS Attractions!
If you’ve visited the Disneyland Resort recently, you will have noticed that two of the Parks’ most popular attractions are now offering FASTPASS: Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland Park and Toy Story Midway Mania! at Disney California Adventure. You can always check FASTPASS availability on the Disneyland mobile app. Stay tuned for the launch of the new Disney MaxPass: unlimited downloads of their high-resolution PhotoPass images and the convenience of mobile booking and redemption of Disney FASTPASS return times – all by using the Disneyland App. Disney MaxPass will be availableat the introductory price of $10 a day. Don’t worry Annual Passholders – you’ll get the the opportunity to purchase Disney MaxPass on a daily or yearly basis. More details will be shared when we receive them!
Fantasmic! is Back!
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We can’t mention the return of the Rivers of America without highlighting the return of Fantasmic! The 22-minute nighttime spectacular is celebrating its 25th year at the Disneyland Resort, so there’s a good chance that we’ll see a few changes coming to this show (a favorite among many Babes in Disneyland contributors – myself included!) Oh how we’ve missed Mickey and his imagination!
Goofy’s Kitchen Welcomes Mickey Mouse!
Are you ready for some Disney Dinnertime Magic? Beginning as of May 5 and going through until September 4, Mickey Mouse will be appearing at Goofy’s Kitchen, making it twice as fun to visit the Disneyland Hotel and dine at this character dining experience! Reservations are highly recommended if you want to get the chance to rub elbows with both Chef Goofy and Chef Mickey!
Interested in more about the character dining experience? See our articles and reviews!
- An Introduction to Character Dining
- Character Dining Review- Goofy’s Kitchen
- Character Dining Review: Chip ‘n Dale Critter Breakfast
- Character Dining Review- Minnie & Friends Breakfast in the Park
- Character Dining Experience: Enter Ariel’s Grotto!
Brand New Disney Junior Live Show!
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For the little ones who have enjoyed the Disney Junior stage, there’s a brand new stage show slated to go live in summer 2017! This is a great place to take little ones and preschool aged children who want to see their favorite Disney Junior characters like Doc McStuffins or Sofia the First. You can read all the details on our post here!
D23 Expo 2017
Although this isn’t quite happening at The Disneyland Resort, the D23 2017 Expo returns to the nearby Anaheim Convention Center in summer of 2017 and it’s a must-see for any Disneyland fan that is visiting during the summer season.
Not sure what D23 Expo is? D23 is the official fan club of Disney and every other year, the Walt Disney Company hosts a three-day extravaganza that spans the entire world of Disney – from Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, Disney movie news, Marvel, Star Wars, ABC shows, and so much more! Various members of the Babes in Disneyland team have attended the event since it first launched in 2009. Even better, you don’t have to be a D23 member to attend the Expo! Check out some coverage from past events:
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- Exclusive interview with John Lasseter about Toy Story 20th Anniversary #D23Expo
- D23 Expo Offers a Peek Behind the Curtain of the ‘Voices of the Disney Parks’
- Big News About Disney Parks and Imagineering at D23 Expo
