Disneyland Resort Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Global Events

On July 17, 2025, Disneyland Resort celebrated its 70th anniversary with various commemorative events and offerings across its parks, including Disney California Adventure. The celebration featured special entertainment such as “World of Color Happiness!,” 70th anniversary-themed food items, and a commemorative guidemap honoring the resort’s history, with artwork from Disneyland’s 1955 opening day. Disneyland hosted a special event for cast members, including a flag-raising ceremony, live performances, and speeches by Disney CEO Bob Iger and Chairman Josh D’Amaro, who praised the park as a place of joy and imagination for generations. A new ad campaign highlighted family and friend connections, reinforcing Disneyland’s legacy as “The Happiest Place on Earth.” The 70th anniversary also marked the debut of "Walt Disney – A Magical Life," a show featuring a lifelike animatronic of Walt Disney, celebrating his revolutionary vision. Despite its challenging opening day in 1955, Disneyland has grown into one of the world’s most visited theme parks, with over 17 million visitors in 2023, and remains a cornerstone of the Walt Disney Company’s global resorts.