Disneyland Shares New Details and Opening Date for Updated Plaza de la Familia ‘Coco’ Show

Disneyland has revealed new details for the updated Plaza de la Familia “Coco” show at Disney California Adventure, as well as its opening date.

The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate The Musical World of Coco!

Illustration of people dancing and celebrating amidst vibrant decorations and colorful creatures, with a sign above reading "COCO." Orange petals are falling from the sky, adding to the festive atmosphere reminiscent of Disneyland’s Plaza de la Familia during a 'Coco' Show.

The former show, “A Musical Celebration of Coco” will now become “The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate The Musical World of Coco!” The show will feature music from the Academy Award-winning film, including “Remember Me,” “The World Es Mi Familia,” and the Mexican folk song “La Llorona,” and more. New concept art was also released, as seen above.

The updated show will be performed several times daily at Paradise Gardens in Disney California Adventure starting August 30.

A person in traditional clothing holds a puppet that appears to be playing a large white guitar with decorative blue patterns, set against a colorful background with various decorations and art, evoking the lively spirit of Coco's musical celebration at Disney California Adventure.

Between performances, guests will be able to take photos with the hand-animated dimensional figure of Miguel.

The Árbol de la Vida (Tree of Life) and the Memory Wall will also return. At the latter, guests can write and post personal messages to loved ones. There will also be a paper alebrije mask activity featuring Dante and Pepita, spirit guides from “Coco.”

An assortment of Mexican dishes including a burrito with red and green sauce, three tacos with diced toppings, a fried dish topped with guacamole, and a flatbread with various toppings beside rice.

Plaza de la Familia will also see a full lineup of food and beverage offerings inspired by the traditions of Día de los Muertos.

Person wearing a short-sleeved shirt with colorful cartoon character squares, including some from Coco, a black t-shirt underneath, and blue jeans, standing against a yellowish background reminiscent of the vibrant colors seen at Disney California Adventure.

Disneyland also announced that a new merchandise collection celebrating “Coco” with apparel, accessories, drinkware, and more, will be available in early September. Items will be sold at World of Disney in the Downtown Disney District and Elias & Co. in Disney California Adventure while supplies last.

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