Disneyland begins its 70th anniversary celebration in an uplifting way
Share this @internewscast.com

On July 17, 1955, Disneyland welcomed visitors for the first time. Since that momentous occasion, it has brought joy to people across the globe for 70 years.

“This tradition and history began with Walt Disney in 1955. He transformed 160 acres of orange groves into what is now this wonderful park, which later evolved into the resort we know today. Now, we have two parks, three hotels, and the Downtown Disney District, with plenty to explore. We are thrilled about the new experiences that await our guests,” said Disneyland Ambassador Raul Aquino Rojas.

To start the 70th anniversary celebration, Disneyland sent San Francisco the biggest invitation ever – a 75-foot-tall hot air balloon.

“We’re spreading a touch of magic here in San Francisco,” Rojas added. “We have the ‘Celebrate Happiness’ balloon, which we’ve been bringing to different states and cities all over the country.”

Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy were on location to be part of this memorable event.

“People are always so quiet and just in awe, speechless of seeing the balloon up in the air. Just a great way to spread that magic and joy to everyone,” Rojas said.

Disneyland has planned the biggest party yet with plenty of special experiences.

“Decorations all down Main Street are just a sight to behold. We have 70 new food items and it’s so great, for me. My personal favorites are going to be all the desserts,” Rojas said.

And then, there’s the incredible entertainment.

“We have the return of ‘Paint the Night’ parade. We have the ‘Wonderous Journeys’ that tells 100 years of storytelling from the Walt Disney Company,” Rojas said. “In Disney California Adventure Park, we have the return of ‘Better Together,’ a Pixar Pal Celebration; a parade with all your favorite Disney Pixar characters.”

“We have a brand-new ‘World of Color’ show, ‘World of Color: Happiness’. It is all about what does happy mean to you. And it’s hosted by Joy and her friends from ‘Inside Out’,” said Disneyland Senior Manager of Events Megan Roth. “So really a great journey and story told through fountains and lights, and of course, music.”

Disneyland’s 70th Celebration is set to be the most unforgettable birthday party ever.

“Walt Disney created this park where all families can come together and spend time together, whether you’re an adult, a grandparent, or if you’re just a child, be kids again,” Rojas said.

The Disneyland Celebration runs through summer 2026.

For more information about the celebration, visit Disneyland’s website.

The Walt Disney Company is the parent company of this ABC station.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
What we know about autism's causes and any potential link to Tylenol

Understanding the Causes of Autism and Exploring Any Possible Connection to Tylenol

WASHINGTON — Many doctors and scientists were taken aback Monday after President…
Teacher assistant Alexander Lewis arrested, charged for spraying mysterious 'poop' smell at West Florence High School in SC

Teacher Assistant Alexander Lewis Arrested for Allegedly Releasing Unpleasant Odor at West Florence High School

A South Carolina teaching assistant was arrested following a string of disturbances…
Rick Riordan, Mark Oshiro share insights about 'Percy Jackson' spinoff novel 'The Court of the Dead,' following Nico di Angelo

Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro discuss ‘The Court of the Dead,’ a ‘Percy Jackson’ spinoff novel centered on Nico di Angelo

LOS ANGELES — Best-selling authors Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro bring readers…
Judge orders Trump administration to restore $500 million in federal grant funding to UCLA

Court mandates Trump administration to reinstate $500 million in federal grants to UCLA

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal judge has ruled that the Trump…
Haunting photos reveal University of Idaho students' home frozen in time after slayings

Eerie Photos Capture University of Idaho Students’ Home Preserved After Tragedy

Idaho State Police have released hundreds of additional crime scene photos from…
Uptown community demands reopening of Weiss Hospital Chicago after closure following Medicare and Medicaid funding loss

Uptown Residents Call for Weiss Hospital Chicago to Reopen After Closure Due to Loss of Federal Funding

CHICAGO (WLS) — On Monday, community leaders and politicians gathered to insist…
Girl shot in the head in Minneapolis church attack is making 'miraculous' progress, family says

Family Reports ‘Astonishing’ Recovery of Girl Hit by Gunfire During Minneapolis Church Attack

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A 12-year-old girl shot in the head during the…
Colorado jury awards family $205M after 6-year-old falls to death from theme park ride

Colorado Jury Grants Family $205M After 6-Year-Old’s Fatal Fall From Theme Park Ride

A Colorado jury has mandated a local theme park and others to…
Daniel Penny attorney calls progressive policies 'homicidal,' says Charlotte train murder was preventable

Lawyer Daniel Penny Criticizes Progressive Policies as ‘Deadly,’ Claims Charlotte Train Killing Could Have Been Averted

Ukrainian Iryna Zarutska came to the U.S. to escape war but was…
Man arrested for allegedly pointing laser at Marine One helicopter carrying President Trump near White House

Individual Detained for Suspected Laser Pointing at Marine One Helicopter with President Trump Near White House

A man was arrested on a federal criminal charge in Washington, D.C.,…
More Americans think companies benefit from legal immigration, a new AP-NORC poll finds

Majority of Americans Believe Companies Gain from Legal Immigration, According to AP-NORC Survey

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Amid new limitations on the legal immigration…
Trump administration wants to hand out $2.4 billion it took from California's high-speed railroad

The Trump administration seeks to distribute $2.4 billion originally allocated to California’s high-speed rail project.

The Trump administration aims to reallocate $2.4 billion from California’s high-speed rail…