Season of the Force: Ultimate Guide to Star Wars at Disneyland

Season of the Force is at Disneyland Park and everyone is invited...

Are you beyond excited to experience the upcoming Star Wars-themed land coming to Disneyland Park?

Does blasting into the depths of Hyperspace sound like fun to you?

Are you ready to battle Darth Vader with a lightsaber?

Is taking a selfie with Chewbacca the ultimate shot for your Instagram account?

Does your child desire to be trained in the ways of a Jedi?

Then it sounds like you are ready for... Season of the Force!

Star Wars geekery is at an all-time high at Disneyland Resort. Enter into a galaxy far, far away at Disneyland Park in Tomorrowland where Star Wars has taken over in the most excellent way. With Star Wars: the Force Awakens film in theaters just being named highest grossing domestic film of all time, it seems that the whole world is buzzing about all things Star Wars. Come celebrate an epic experience in addition to the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration, Season of the Force shines with new and enhanced attractions, entertainment, and dining options! 

Some of the things you don't want to miss are:

Hyperspace Mountain

Climb aboard your favorite rollercoaster in outerspace as it has been transformed from Space Mountain to Hyperspace Mountain. Guests will find themselves flying right through an intense battle between Imperial TIE Fighters and Rebel X-wings. The sights, the sounds, and the stars came together in alliance for this exhilarating attraction just perfect for the thrill-seeking Star Wars fan!

Star Wars: Path of a Jedi

Make sure to catch this show at the Tomorrowland Theater, a 10 minute retelling of Luke Skywalker's heroic story featuring your favorite moments from all of the Star Wars episodes. Viewers will also get a look into the future of the galaxy with scenes from Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the perfect place to get off your feet and relax for a bit during an exciting (but exhausting) day at the Park.

Star Wars Launch Bay

Character encounters, special exhibits, costumes, merchandise, movie memorabilia and more! This cool new interactive exhibit is the place to come and get your fill of all things Star Wars. We seriously could have spent almost all day in there. Be prepared to have the Force awaken inside you once you step into the Star Wars Launch Bay and walk past those famous words, "A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away..."

Disney Infinity 3.0: Star Wars

Here's your chance to play the latest version of the latest Disney Infinity video game! Disney Infinity 3.0 has landed in Disneyland and it's set-up inside Star Wars Launch Bay with all of your favorite Star Wars characters. You can join forces with other guests to experience Star Wars stories and worlds from various episodes. Galactic gamers of all ages welcome.

Jedi Training - Trials of the Temple

Now recruiting eager younglings to train in the ways of a Jedi. An interactive 'show' reimagined with a new villain where your very own novice knight will learn to use the Force in order to defeat the Dark Side with their lightsabers (lightsabers & robes provided.) Elite Jedi between ages 4 to 12 are welcome to train, each child must be registered next to the Star Wars Launch Bay. (First-come first-served basis.)

Star Tours - The Adventure Continues

It's time for a galactic adventure inspired by Star Wars: The Force Awakens. As you board into the 'cock-pit' of a Starspeeder 1000, you will find yourself completely immersed in the latest Star Wars saga. Thanks to the multiple story combinations/worlds you may never have the same flight-simulated adventure twice. May the Force be with you as you travel on this unforgettable attraction of epic proportion!

Stormtroopers

Be on the lookout for Stormtroopers as they march around Tomorrowland trying to recruit new guests to the Dark Side. If you're quick enough with your camera, you may even get them to take a Stormtrooper Selfie - Classic!

The Food

Star Wars-themed menu items have landed at Galactic Grill and Redd Rockett's Pizza Port including drinks, desert and main courses! You can dine on food that is out-of-this-world where you will choose your meal from the Dark Side or the Light Side of the menu. Either way, it's going to be delicious. Start out with The Fields of Naboo Salad, and add a Cheese-3PO Burger or Jawa-Turkey Sand-wich for some power protein to get you through the day. Finish your meal with the perfect dessert pairing like Darth by Chocolate, The Pastry Menace, or Chewbacca Cheesecake. May the Feast be with you!

The Merchandise

These are the souvenirs that you've been looking for. BB-8 sipper cups, TIE fighter popcorn buckets, build-your-own lightsaber, create a droid action figure, Death Star balloons, a Darth Vader costume for $4,000, and much more! You will find the perfect Star Wars memorabilia to add to your collection in the Star Trader, Star Wars Launch Bay and other shops throughout Tomorrowland.

There's no better time to visit Disneyland Resort if you live in So Cal then now! 
The Southern California Resident ticket offer is back!

Available for a limited time, the offer has four purchase options:

2-day ticket with choice of one park per day for $149

2-day Park Hopper ticket for $189

3-day ticket with choice of one park per day for $179

3-day Park Hopper ticket for $219.

The 2-day and 3-day Southern California Resident tickets are an ideal way to make unforgettable memories, at a discounted rate. But they are only available for a short while so make sure to take advantage of this excellent deal! Southern California residents must purchase tickets from Jan. 6 through May 19, 2016. Tickets expire after May 26, 2016, and blockout dates apply.

For more info and to purchase tickets: http://Disneyland.com/flex.

15 Cool Things to Do at Disneyland Resort During the Holidays

Tis the Season to be Dazzled... at the Disneyland Resort!

With the Disneyland Diamond Celebration in full swing, the holiday season at Disneyland Resort is even more magical then ever! There's diamonds, snow and mistle-tow. (Mater joke) Ho. Ho. Ho. From the moment you walk down Main Street, U.S.A. and see the decorations it's clear that Disneyland Park (and Disney California Adventure) have both been transformed into a 'Winter Wonderland.' From special merchandise to holiday-inspired treats, from ice-skating to sledding down real snow, it's the most wonderful time of the year not to be missed. (We never do!) This year the Happiest Place on Earth gets merrier with the 60th Anniversary Celebration in addition to the festivities!

There are so many reasons to visit the Disneyland Resort during the holidays especially this year, make sure that you don't miss any on our list of must see and dos! 

1. Olaf's Snow Fest
Being able to frolic in the real snow in the middle of Southern California is magical.  Families can enjoy this wintery celebration with a snow play area, race toboggan slides, cool entertainment, and special food offerings. You can even meet, get a warm hug and take a photo with everyone's favorite snowman, OLAF!

2. Disney's Grand Californian Hotel Lobby
Last year on the day after Christmas, we drove to Disneyland Resort just to spend some time inside Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, it's that beautiful! We had dinner at Storyteller's Cafe and walked around soaking up the holiday ambience. Sit by the fire, listen to the piano player play holiday songs, enjoy the tree, tell Santa what's on your list. Make sure to check out this year's gingerbread house in the lobby!

3. Haunted Mansion Holiday

The Haunted Mansion has gotten a holiday makeover it's so festive... it' spooky. Jack Skellington and his quirky crew bring their holiday spirit to town in a transformed version of this popular New Orleans Square attraction. Make sure to look for the Hatbox Ghost! Ho! Ho! Ho!

4. Cars Land

Cruise over to Cars Land, where the residents of Radiator Springs display their homespun holiday décor—including a “snowcar” that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to your “grill.” Make sure to look for each car's themed tree, like the cozy cone tree! So cute!

5. Jingle Cruise

Join homesick Jungle Cruise Skippers on a holly jolly adventure stuffed with seasonal shenanigans from stem to stern. This ride down the river is filled with lights, decorations and all types of Christmas-themed fun. Don’t miss the boat! 

6. Disneyland Forever Fireworks

Everyone's favorite way to end the evening at the Disneyland Resort. It's the most incredible fireworks spectacular yet, honoring the 60th anniversary celebration. 'Disneyland Forever' builds to a breathtaking crescendo of bursting colors and falling snow. You read that right, It's SNOWS at Disneyland every night in a flurry of frozen fractals! You may want to grab your seat on Main Street U.S.A. as the buildings become part of the show with incredible projections!

7. A Christmas Fantasy Parade

Prance over to the parade route and watch some of your favorite Disney Characters—including the Princesses— join Santa and his reindeer to create an extravagant fairy tale of sight and song. And this year, your favorite Frozen characters have joined the party! Warm hugs for all!

8. Paint the Night Parade

See Mickey and the gang like never before! It's lights, lights and more lights in the Paint the Night Parade where the floats are lit up like a... (you guessed it) Christmas Tree! Get out your glow sticks and turn on your light up ears, for this show that's merry AND bright!

9. Downtown Disney Winter Village

Explore the festive ambience in a Downtown Disney District that’s been turned into a whimsical, snowy Winter Village. Enjoy live entertainment, shop for special gifts and go ice-skating on Olaf’s Frozen Ice Rink.

10. “World of Color – Winter Dreams”

Lights, Water, Action! Watch the holidays come to vivid life as dazzling lights, soaring music and pyrotechnics sweep you up in the magic of the season. This is a must-see show sure to warm your heart.

11. Season of the Force

The force is strong this holiday season with the adding of 'Season of the Force.' Guests can now enjoy Hyperspace Mountain, Star Tours - The Adventure Continues, Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, Star Wars: Path of the Jedi and Star Wars Launch Bay. Get ready to be taken to a galaxy far, far away  as you discover these new experiences including food and merchandise inspired by Star Wars.

12. Sleeping Beauty Castle

There is nothing that says Happy Holidays to us more than seeing Sleeping Beauty's Castle draped in Pixie Dust. Your whole family will ooh and ahh at the snow-capped turrets twinkling with icicles and thousands of shimmering lights. It sparkles even brighter during the Diamond Anniversary Celebration.

13. "it's a small world" holiday

Set sail on the happiest, most merry trip around the world to see how the world's different cultures celebrate the holiday season. From the outside of the attraction to the inside, there is not a more beautiful Christmas light display in all the land. This is a must see each year for our family!

14. Disney ¡Viva Navidad!

Let's get this Holiday Fiesta started! Dance to live regional music and celebrate Navidad with crafts, face painting and tasty Mexican specialties. See Mickey and Minnie celebrate this season in traditional style! 

15. Tree Lighting on Buena Vista Street

Bring your family to share this delightful heartwarming experience. Enjoy the festive melodies of the Buena Vista Street Community Bell Ringers and marvel at the magnificent lights and decorations. Be there at 5pm daily as they light the towering 60-foot Christmas tree daily through December 25, 2015.

Discover some of the magic with our video of what holidays are like at Disney California Adventure: