In celebration of the Disneyland Resort’s 70th Anniversary, the vibrant daytime parade “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” is making its highly anticipated return to Disney California Adventure Park starting May 16, 2025, for a limited time engagement.
This dynamic parade is a heartfelt tribute to the friendships and unforgettable moments from Pixar Animation Studios. Featuring eight colorful floats, more than two dozen Pixar characters, and high-energy dancers, the show brings to life the iconic partnerships and emotional storytelling that define Pixar films.
What to Expect: Highlights from the Parade
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The Iconic Pixar Lamp: The parade opens with an oversized version of the beloved Pixar lamp, decorated with playful stickers representing films such as Coco, Soul, and Turning Red.
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“Turning Red” Float: A fan-favorite, this float features a giant red panda version of Mei Lee, her friends, her father, and a special appearance by the boy band 4*TOWN.
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“Luca” Comes to Life: Characters Luca and Alberto appear in their hybrid sea creature/human forms, surrounded by beach cruiser performers who channel the laid-back coastal vibe of Portorosso.
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Jazz with “Soul”: Joe Gardner’s students celebrate their music teacher with a jazz jam session, complete with floats designed to resemble musical notes from their featured track.
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A Musical Tribute: The parade’s soundtrack blends refreshed versions of Pixar classics, such as “Spirit of Adventure” from Up, a joyful Italian melody from Luca, and a grand finale medley combining “You’ve Got A Friend In Me” (Toy Story) and “If I Didn’t Have You” (Monsters, Inc.).
A Grand Finale of Fan Favorites
The finale crescendos with a star-studded lineup of Pixar heroes:
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The Incredibles — Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible, and Frozone ride on futuristic hovercrafts.
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Dynamic Duos — Including Sulley and Mike Wazowski, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie, and Miguel with Dante from Coco.
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Woody’s Farewell — Everyone’s favorite sheriff waves goodbye from a toy truck in the parade’s heartwarming final moments.
Plan Your Visit
Guests are encouraged to check the Disneyland website or the Disneyland app for up-to-date showtimes and performance details. As always, valid park admission and a theme park reservation for the same date and park are required to attend.
Entertainment offerings, including this parade, are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Be sure to plan ahead and arrive early for the best viewing spots.
More Information
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