Disneyland Resort confirmed the return of their 2026 holiday ride overlays after already announcing Haunted Mansion Holiday would be back in time for Halloween.
“it’s a small world” Holiday at Disneyland park
“it’s a small world” Holiday remains a seasonal must-do, drawing guests back year after year for its whimsical charm, bright lights, and signature finale.
Travel along the Seven Seaways canal and discover familiar scenes with festive overlays. Each region in the attraction celebrates the holidays in distinct ways, from the Mele Kalikimaka cheer in the South Pacific to the Feliz Navidad fun in Mexico, alongside several New Year traditions reflected throughout Europe and Asia.
The attraction’s well-known music also takes on a seasonal twist, blending It’s a Small World (After All) with holiday classics like Jingle Bells and Deck the Halls into a continuous musical arrangement that you’ll be humming all night long.
Be sure to also check out the Holiday Lighting throughout the night on the attraction’s facade, and watch as thousands of twinkling lights come to brilliant life at once.
Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park
At Disney California Adventure, the residents of Radiator Springs have swapped their usual day-to-day routines for the fast-paced fun of the holiday season, featuring holiday music, plenty of festive personality, and two attractions with seasonal overlays.
Mater’s Jingle Jamboree
Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree puts on its holiday best during Mater’s Jingle Jamboree, where the lovable tow truck takes the lead with a collection of seasonal tunes featuring his signature humor and original lyrics.
In addition to a queue filled with festive elements and Easter eggs, tractors spin and swing around the yard, as garland, lights, and decor transform the surrounding into a true holiday hoedown.
Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl
Just down the road on Route 66, Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters joins the Radiator Springs holiday fun with Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl, where Luigi and his extended family are celebrating the season in style with festive dances to tunes sung by Luigi himself.
Once you’ve made your way through the queue, take a seat in a classic Italian import and enjoy the ride as cars glide, spin, pivot, and cruise to the music around you, participating in synchronized choreography and dancing along to a riveting, wintry soundtrack.
Holiday Decor and More Across Disneyland Resort
Beyond these attraction overlays, charming holiday details can also be found in more subtle areas throughout each land. You may spot a skipper-inspired tree in Adventureland near the exit to the Jungle Cruise, tiny pieces of garland while on board Storybook Land Canal Boats, or wreaths on the backside of some of the Main Street Vehicles.
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