With Pixar Fest over, here our 11 ways to enjoy the world of Pixar at Disneyland Resort in California including parades, food, and rides.
We just returned from 3 days at Disneyland Resort and our visit was during Pixar Fest! My family loves Pixar characters, movies, and stories, so we throughly enjoyed the added fun that the fest included.
While the first-ever Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort ended this week, don’t dismay! There are so many ways for you to enjoy the world of Pixar at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Parks.
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Here are 11 ways you can continue to celebrate some of your favorite Pixar stories and characters throughout the year:
1. Play at Pixar Pier: Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Park is packed with amazing attractions that keep the spirit of Pixar Fest alive. From Pixar Pal-A-Round to Incredicoaster, there’s something for everyone! You can stop by the Games of Pixar Pier for a bit of friendly competition inspired by films like “WALL-E” and “Toy Story,” to name a few.
2. Try tasty treats: You can visit Pixar-themed eateries like Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats, Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff and Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums for delicious foods inspired by favorite films.
3. Strike a pose: You can check out some of the most picture-perfect, Pixar-themed locations at Disneyland Resort. The “Up”-themed wall and the Buzz Lightyear wings wall in Disney California Adventure Park are two photo ops you won’t want to miss.
4. Embark on an underwater expedition: The iconic underwater setting and characters of Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage in Disneyland Park will have you feeling like they are inside “Finding Nemo.”
5. Celebrate the Pixar fun with the Play Disney Parks app: Download the new Play Disney Parks app to brush up on trivia and more! You can turn wait time into play time with the in-queue game “Playset Party” at Toy Story Midway Mania!, test their knowledge with Cars Land trivia, and earn ride achievements on attractions like Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters!*
6. Cruise by Cars Land: You to make a pit stop at Cars Land, inspired by the hit Pixar film “Cars,” during your next visit. Mater, Lightning McQueen, Cruz Ramirez and others are ready to welcome you to Radiator Springs.
7. Shoot the breeze under the sea: You can step right up to the “hydrophone” for Turtle Talk with Crush, the coolest turtle in the ocean. Guests can say hello to favorite characters from “Finding Nemo” and “Finding Dory” in this live chat experience.
8. Visit Monstropolis: There’s a child loose in Monstropolis, and Mike and Sulley are here to save the day at Monster’s, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! in Hollywood Land. You can join characters from “Monster’s, Inc.” in the rush to return Boo to her bedroom.
9. Take aim and defeat evil Emperor Zurg: At Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters in Tomorrowland, Guests can fire an invisible laser each time they see a “Z” target, and help Buzz Lightyear save Andy’s helpless toys.
10. Experience Plaza de la Familia: Inspired by Disney•Pixar Academy Award-winning film “Coco,” “Plaza de la Familia, a Celebration of Coco” will begin September 6, 2019 and run through November 3, 2019. This immersive experience will feature live entertainment, storytelling and Mexican cuisine.
11. Snag a spot for the parades: Although Pixar Fest has ended, favorite Pixar-themed parades are sticking around for a bit longer! You can hang out with Pixar pals at “Pixar Play Parade” by day, and watch “Paint the Night” light up the sky by night. Both the Pixar Play Parade and Paint the Night are not currently running.
*Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations, and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first. Separate terms and conditions apply. Some features require separate theme park admission.
