Summer Bucket List at Disneyland Resort

10 Moments of Disney Magic you won't want to miss this Summer!

Summertime is one of the most popular times to visit Disneyland Resort and it's not hard to see why. The sun is shining, the palm trees are swaying in the breeze, and everyone is on summer vacation! Southern California is a paradise this time of year.

Our family loves coming to Disneyland in the hot summer months of summer because we ride on different attractions and get to see different shows. Not to mention the 60th Anniversary is coming to an end in September. We're trying to soak it all in before the last decor is taken down and the last piece of merchandise sells out! Nooooooo!!!

So whether you're planning a day trip to Disneyland Resort or a full vacation where you stay at one of the incredible Hotels on property, we've got a few tips and suggestions for you.


Here's a list of the top 10 things to do this summer at Disneyland Resort.

Frozen Live at the Hyperion

For the first time in forever... Frozen takes off right where Aladdin left off. An incredible Broadway quality show that literally gave us the chills! (Pun intended!) The sisters of Arendelle are wowing the crowd in this newest edition to Disney California Adventure Park. 

Soarin' Around the World

Take an exciting journey around the world in the new rebooted version of Soarin'. What used to be a trip around California, has been transformed into a trip around the world. Catch sights of Sydney Harbor in Australia, the Matterhorn in Switzerland, and an incredible view of The Great Wall of China. This is one trip you don't want to miss!

World of Color Celebrate! The Wonderful World of Walt Disney

This symphony of animated water, fire, color and light is hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and is a dazzling tribute to the Wonderful World of Walt Disney. This water spectacular is extraordinary and is not to be missed! It's really like nothing you've ever seen before!

Disneyland Forever Fireworks

How they keep out-doing themselves each time they create a new Fireworks show is beyond us. But Disneyland Forever is the best one yet! They have added so many incredible elements to the show, like Main Street U.S.A. and Matterhorn Mountain are now all apart of the Fireworks Spectacular. It will WOW your whole family!

Paint the Night

Catch the most electrifying show at Disneyland while you still can! Paint the Night Parade is like Main Street Electrical Parade on steroids! This is our new favorite show. It lights up the parade route, and lights up the hearts of all who watch it! 

Splash Mountain

When the summer sun heats up, hop on this hilarious log ride in Critter Country. You'll see some of your old friends, classic Disney characters from Country Bear Jamboree. One thing's for sure, you'll find your laughing place on this animated ride that gets you wet!

Grizzly River Run

 Get ready to get soaked. Like all the way down to your unmentionables wet. These roaring rapids are so much fun to ride on a hot summer day! You will walk out of there feeling like you just took a shower... With your clothes on!!!

Star Wars Launch Bay

Get your fill and totally geek out on all things Star Wars. From costumes to merchandise, it's a Star Wars fans ultimate place to hang out. (And cool off during summer.) You can meet and take selfies with the likes of Chewbacca, Kylo Ren and Boba Fett. Use the Force and don't miss the Launch Bay!

Luigi's Rollickin' Roadsters

This is the attraction that took the place of the old Luigi's tire ride. Step into one of the adorable cars straight out of the film Cars. These rockin' roadsters really know how to move. They dance and groove in perfect synchronization. 

Adult Beverage

Sometimes there's nothing better than having a cold drink to cool off on a warm summer's day at the Park. Disneyland Park does not serve alcohol, but here's a tip - California Adventure Park does! You can get a glass of wine, a frosty margarita or an ice cold brew. Cheers to the 21+ magic!

We hope you've enjoyed reading our tips for Summer at Disneyland Resort have helped to give you a few ideas. What is on your Disney Bucket List this summer? 

Disclosure: We were invited to experience Summer at Disneyland Resort during Family Media Day. We were given tickets, fastpasses to certain rides, and a swag bag full of summer goodies. As always the opinions on this blog are 100% Disney Sisters and 100% magical. Thank you for reading our blog! We appreciate you!

Disneyland's Summer Line-Up

It's going to be a Soundsational Summer at the Disneyland Resort taking place from June 3-Sept 5! (IT STARTS TODAY PEOPLE!) So mark it down in your Calendars, I know we have some plans to visit the Parks in the next few months. The Resort is extra fun during the summertime. Our Disney Annual Passes (So Cal) get blacked out soon. But if we want to buy a discounted blockout day ticket, they are $50 per person. Of'course there is always the possibility of upgrading our passes.... Hmmmm!

 

Disneyland has officially kicked off their new main street show, Mickey's Soundsational Parade including a new drumline, new colorful floats, and some of my favorite characters including Rapunzel, Mary Poppins, Princess Tiana, and Ariel.

And speaking of Ariel, we have all been waiting for the Little Mermaid ride to be finished and the time is finally here. Introducing the coolest thing to happen to California Adventure, since the WORLD OF COLOR. Ariel's Undersea Adventure opens June 3, and I can't wait to get on.

When they shut down Mulholland Madness, my daughter was really bummed, because it one one of her favorite rides in California Adventure. But I knew something bigger and better was coming our way. This summer Goofy will be teaching all of us how to fly. I'm really looking forward to seeing how my daughter feels about this new ride! Looks pretty Goofy, if you ask me. 

Star Tours is back for the next generation with a new adventure. Can't wait to see what it's like to travel to another galaxy and back all in the matter of a few minutes. I know my husband is looking forward to this Star Wars inspired ride.

If you still have yet to see the show World of Color... You are missing out! We've seen it a number of times & it still is breathtaking! Plus now they've added new stuff for Pirates of the Caribbean with the mermaids and scenes from Tangled! Yay!

And who could forget about the nighttime party - ElecTRONica, which is still going on at California Adventure. It's not summertime until you have a glowing drink at the parks! Cheers!

Disney's World Of Color... MUST SEE!!!

"The world is a carousel of color,

Wonderful, wonderful color.

The world is a carousel of color,

-The Wonderful World of Color Lyrics

I was more than honored to be asked to attend a viewing of Disney's WORLD of COLOR on the very first night that it was open to the public. Thank you to Michele, you are my hero!

The Hottest Show of Summer is Disney's WORLD of COLOR, by far. As I sat there with my husband watching it (yes we left the kids at home) I was instantly transported to my childhood. Actually it was like taking a journey through my entire life, the life that has been filled with Disney memories. It just makes you realize how big a role Disney has played in my life. Through every year there has been a new movie, a new soundtrack made by Disney. Touching all of our hearts and lives.

We laughed, we cried, we sang along. As each new character showed up, everyone would oooh & ahhh. Some, like us, would cheer when their favorite came up. It was a surreal experience, where the audience sat spellbound & mesmerized! It was an amazing blend of water and fire. Ying and yang. Imagery blasted on the colorful water shooting up to the sky. (The show uses over 1200 fountains, that can shoot water up to 200 feet in the air. AMAZING!) There was something for the young and old. Even my husband said WOW when the Pirates scene came on with all of the Fire! And he's not easy to impress!

Some of my favorite Characters who make an appearance in the show: The Little Mermaid, Finding Nemo, Wall-E, Aladdin, Pocahontas, The Princess and the Frog, Toy Story, Tinker Bell and UP. That's not even half of them.

It was such an excellent show, I've been dreaming about it ever since... Once you see it, you'll understand what I'm talking about! And if you have been lucky enough, please tell me what your favorite part of the show is! Can't wait to hear.

Mine, was where Eve & Wall-E dance across the starry sky, just like in the movie. That music & that scene got me all teary-eyed! CHILLS!

Here is a couple of minutes that I shot on my Flip, from some of my favorite parts of Disney's WORLD of COLOR Show at California Adventure. (Including Wall-E, Toy Story & UP)

DISNEY CONTEST:

You can also create your own “World of Color” video by JULY 12th and enter the contest for a chance to win a Disneyland Resort vacation, where you can experience WOC for yourself. It's just another fun summer activity from your friends at Disney!

*I was not paid for this post, I was generously given tickets to see the WOC show, and it blew my freakin' mind!*

History, comedy, fantasy,

There’s drama and mirth,

There’s old mother earth

With all of her secrets to see."

What's New at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure?

The big day is June 11th!
Everyone at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure have been busy preparing for thier biggest Summer Show...

World of Color

Would you like to know more about the plans for expanding Disney’s California Adventure? Here’s a fun, interactive site that you and your kids will enjoy. There are some great details – like the clock on the desktop that keeps real time. (It may take a minute to load) http://www.disneyscaliforniaadventure.com/

I'll be sharing more pictures and comments once my family and I see the show. Going to see the show? Leave a comment and let me know what you and your family think!