Guide to Celebrating Chinese New Year at Shanghai & Hong Kong Disneyland
Chinese New Year has arrived, and we’re celebrating at both Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! In Chinese astrology, individuals born in the Year of the Snake are often described as calm, rational, and wise. This joyous occasion not only marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring but also brings with it a host of exciting new offerings at both parks
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Shanghai Disney Resort
How can you celebrate Chinese New Year at Shanghai Disney Resort?
At Shanghai Disney Resort, Gary the snake from the upcoming Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Zootopia 2” is kicking off the legendary Spring Festival from January 15 through February 14, 2025. All around the resort, you’ll find snake-themed decorations, Chinese lanterns, seasonal entertainment and plenty of festive treats.
Over at the Gardens of Imagination, Gary is taking the spotlight as part of the main lantern decoration and is appearing in the Garden of the Twelve Friends, which has been transformed with celebratory decorations for the season.
How is Zootopia celebrating the new year at Shanghai Disneyland?
“Zootopia Lucky Year” is coming to Zootopia! During this new year celebration, residents of Zootopia have lent their hoofs, paws and claws by putting a spin on traditional festivities. All around this mammalian metropolis, you’ll find lanterns in various shapes and sizes – elephants, rabbits, gazelles – and even stickers on the windows and doors with animal-based new year puns.
Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde have even jazzed up their looks with crimson scarves to keep them warm in this chilly season. And in addition to the already adorable merchandise found in Zootopia, the 2025 Spring Festival Zootopia Collection features keychains, New Year red packets and other accessories.
What entertainment can you find during Chinese New Year at Shanghai Disneyland?
Spring Festival favorites have returned, including the “Spring Festival Drum Ceremony” and “Mickey Avenue Shanghai Swing.” We’re also thrilled to share that “The Adventure of Rhythm” has returned to the Storyhouse Stage just for the new year. Since its debut in summer 2024 and for a limited time, the thrilling indoor live stage show takes you on a musical journey around the world, combining different styles of music and live performances with beloved Disney stories and characters.
Where can you eat at Shanghai Disneyland?
The eats found in Shanghai during this season are unforgettable! All across the resort, you’ll find classic dishes brimming with the taste of new year, from Spring Festival family set menus and themed brunch at the Royal Banquet Hall to casual bites filled with festive touches, like the Mickey-shaped chocolate pieces that decorate select treats at CookieAnn Bakery Café and the monthly-exclusive ice cream flavors at Donald’s Dine ‘n Delights.
A selection of prosperous souvenirs have made their way to the resort, including the red and gold, gourd-shaped CookieAnn Hot Cup and a Duffy and Friends Popcorn Bucket depicting scenes of the friends celebrating the Spring Festival in their new outfits.
Where can you see characters at Shanghai Disneyland?
Some of your favorite characters are also switching up their looks for the new year! Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are dressed up in festive red outfits emblazoned with dragon and phoenix elements believed to bring prosperity, and snake elements on their shoes to represent this year’s zodiac animal. More friends are also dressed in their new year best with auspicious elements. Duffy has a gourd pattern on his chest symbolizing fortune and wealth, while the rest of his friends are wearing clothes decorated with lucky elements like fishes, persimmons and butterflies. Over in the Hundred Acre Wood, Winnie the Pooh and his friends are embracing gold and red tones in their outfits too, switching their regular accessories for ones with a distinctive New Year feel.
Are there Chinese New Year fireworks at Shanghai Disney Resort?
“Spring Festival Celebration: ‘Our Families’” will return January 28 through February 12 at Shanghai Disney Resort! This year, the much-loved nighttime show will feature brand-new year of the snake touches and even Gary from “Zootopia 2” will make a special appearance in the projections.
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
How does Hong Kong Disneyland Resort celebrate Chinese New Year?
From January 17 to February 16, celebrate Chinese New Year at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! From the parks to the hotels, you’ll find snake-themed decor and special offerings celebrating the festive season.
Beginning on the first day of the new year, you may receive a Disney-themed red packet at the entrance of the park while supplies last. Containing a gold chocolate coin, plus dining and shopping vouchers, it’s a great way to start the year!
What entertainment can you find during Chinese New Year at Hong Kong Disneyland?
Kick off the year of the snake with the all-new “Mickey and Friends Year of the Snake Processional,” which features Goofy, dressed as the God of Fortune! The Chinese New Year edition of “Mickey & Friends Street Celebration” has made its way to Main Street, U.S.A. with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and their friends bringing the joys of the new year.
What can you eat during Chinese New Year at Hong Kong Disneyland?
Gather with family at Hong Kong Disneyland to enjoy the new year with an all-new menu! Over at the park, you’ll find the exquisite Chinese Golden Pot at Main Street Corner Cafe and more.
At Ink and Plate located in Disney’s Hollywood Hotel, a bountiful buffet filled with seasonal favorites awaits, including the restaurant’s signature Prime Mushroom Vegetables Prosperity Salad. Found at Enchanted Garden Restaurant in Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel, there’s a buffet featuring Chinese delicacies from Roaster Boneless Suckling Pig with Glutinous Rice to Steamed Eel with Chinese Olives and Black Bean Sauce.
Which characters can you see at Hong Kong Disneyland?
Reunite with Mickey and Friends, plus Duffy and Friends, in their seasonal outfits! Over at Fantasy Gardens, you can meet Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto and Chip ‘n Dale. Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou, CookieAnn, ‘Olu Mel and Linabell are ready to greet you at Duffy and Friends Play House.
What Chinese New Year merchandise is available at Hong Kong Disneyland?
Send joy this new year with special themed gifts, from Duffy and Friends seasonal plus Chip ‘n Dale plushes in playful snake outfits to red envelopes, Fai Chun (a Chinese tradition decoration) and candy boxes. All these goodies and more can be found around the resort!
Bring the festive vibes home with items featuring beloved characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios films like “Winnie the Pooh,” Stitch from “Lilo and Stitch,” Lotso from “Toy Story 3” and Red Panda Meilin from “Turning Red.”
Limited edition Chinese New Year medallions, featuring four special and highly detailed designs are available at Emporium.
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