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It's going to be a great summer for Disneyland.
Disneyland Resort will open the highly anticipated Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park on June 23, making more of the playful Pixar stories and characters that guests have come to know and love available to guests. A new float will also debut in June, adding superhero fun to the electrifying "Paint the Night" parade.
The news was announced today by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek during his presentation at D23 Expo Japan at Tokyo Disney Resort.
This year, guests will experience the wit, humor, and warmth of Pixar stories and characters in extraordinary new ways, beginning with the first-ever Pixar Fest, a limited-time celebration of friendship that begins April 13. The permanent, new land of Pixar Pier, opening June 23, offers guests their first chance to experience the new Incredicoaster, a thrilling adventure with everyone's favorite Superfamily, inspired by the newest Disney Pixar film, "Incredibles 2."
At Pixar Pier, guests will explore four new imaginative neighborhoods, newly themed attractions, entertainment, encounters with Pixar pals, plus themed food and merchandise, all inspired by beloved Pixar stories.
The fan-favorite "Paint the Night" parade returns April 13 for Pixar Fest, this time at Disney California Adventure. The popular nighttime spectacular adds even more Pixar fun with the addition of a new, high-energy float inspired by "The Incredibles."
Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, and Frozone will showcase their superhero awesomeness as they take on their newest threat, the Underminer. Violet, Dash, and Jack-Jack also showcase their unique powers in surprising new ways, as shown through dynamic and innovative visual technology. Like the other elements in this spectacular parade, the new float will come to life through a series of dazzling LED lights, new music elements and high-tech, pop-art effects inspired by the mid-century-modern style of the films.
Pixar Pier Opens at Disney California Adventure Park June 23
The thrilling new Incredicoaster will anchor Pixar Pier in the new land's first neighborhood. New character moments, scenes, special effects and an exciting musical score will connect the attraction's story to "Incredibles 2," which opens in theaters June 15, 2018. A second neighborhood at Pixar Pier will be inspired by "Toy Story" around the popular Toy Story Mania! attraction.
The third new neighborhood will be inspired by "Inside Out" and will feature an "Inside Out" attraction, scheduled to open at a later date. The fourth new neighborhood will celebrate a collection of Pixar stories. Mickey's Fun Wheel will transform into a newly-themed Pixar attraction, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful sights of Pixar Pier from 24 new gondolas that will feature beloved Pixar pals. The midway games will also be inspired by Pixar characters, including favorites from "A Bug's Life," "La Luna" and "WALL·E".
Additionally, what was formerly Ariel's Grotto restaurant and the Cove Bar will be transformed into a Pixar-themed lounge, offering sparkling views of Paradise Bay and the new Pixar Pier.
First-Ever Pixar Fest Opens April 13 throughout the Disneyland Resort
Pixar Fest will allow guests to celebrate friendship and beyond during this limited-time event, bringing Pixar stories and characters to life like never before. At Disneyland, a new fireworks show, "Together Forever - A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular," will debut with dazzling pyrotechnics, memorable music, and a heartwarming story.
"Pixar Play Parade" returns, this time making its way through Disneyland park. The popular parade will bring even more fan-favorite Pixar stories to guests with the addition of three new show elements, including the famous Pixar Lamp and Ball from the Pixar short film, "Luxo Jr." as well as characters and elements from "Up" and "Inside Out."
Appearing for the first time at Disney California Adventure, the "Paint the Night" parade will return to delight guests with the parade's 1.5 million, brilliant LED lights and catchy tunes. In addition to the new Incredibles-themed float, "Paint the Night" parade will spotlight many Pixar stories and include characters from "Toy Story," "Monsters, Inc." and "Cars."
A new film festival, Pixar Shorts, will also take place throughout much of Pixar Fest at Disney California Adventure. Pixar Shorts will feature rotating favorites including "For the Birds" and "LAVA" at the Sunset Showcase Theater in Hollywood Land.
In the Paradise Gardens area at Disney California Adventure, many new Pixar experiences will be available for guests to enjoy including performances by a new Pixar-themed musical troupe, Pixar character encounters, and special crafts and activities for younger guests.
Pixar Fest will also feature additional elements throughout the resort including new décor, atmosphere entertainment, themed food and beverage and limited-edition event merchandise.
All of these exciting new additions for the limited-time Pixar Fest celebration and the opening of the new land of Pixar Pier will add to the existing Pixar attractions and entertainment currently available throughout the resort, from Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters at Disneyland to Cars Land at Disney California Adventure.
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