Kids Rule Summer with New Star Wars Experiences, Seasonal Offerings, & Savings At Disneyland Resort

As the school year winds down and the days get longer, kids are taking charge of the itinerary and leading the way to an unforgettable summer at Disneyland Resort! From can’t-miss favorite attractions to entertaining family-friendly experiences and countless moments in between, magical memories await all ages at The Happiest Place on Earth this summer.

 Fun-filled highlights for the whole family include:

  • New Experiences at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge:

    • A brand-new mission with The Mandalorian and Grogu debuts at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run on May 22, 2026, in Disneyland Park, featuring expanded gameplay and potential adventures on three new destinations across the galaxy. The debut coincides with the premiere of Lucasfilm’s new film, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu.”

    • For a limited time, visitors can also celebrate the release of the film by catching Grogu as he tests his power to recall memories of his adventures with The Mandalorian in ”The Curious Child,” playing after ”Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga.”

      BDX droids will return to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif., beginning May 22, 2026, finding a home at Black Spire Station and making appearances in a whole new way. Playful and curious, these droids-in-training are learning on the job, taking on new challenges, and having a bit of fun as they team up and show off their unique and lovable personalities. (Richard Harbaugh/Disneyland Resort)
      • BDX droids return to Disneyland Park on May 22, 2026, finding a home at Black Spire Station and making appearances in a new way.

      • Star Wars fans can now meet iconic characters from multiple eras of Star Wars history, including Darth Vader and Imperial Stormtroopers, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Han Solo and more. Beloved scores from legendary composer John Williams can also be heard in Batuu, pulling themes from the first six films.

“Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” celebrates the heart and humor of the critically acclaimed animated series “Bluey” in the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif. Bluey and Bingo appear on stage at set times throughout the day, joining a troupe of comedic performers and musicians to bring to life the popular games, beloved music and dances with cheeky moves from the series. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
  • Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” – For Real Life: Both the young and young at heart can join Bluey and her sister Bingo in this fun-filled celebration of the heart and humor of the beloved animated series “Bluey” at the Fantasyland Theatre. An exciting new slate of merchandise is coming to the parks including youth and adult apparel, headwear, drinkware and more.

  • Soarin’ Across America Takes Off: Beginning July 2, 2026, for a limited time, guests can take flight on an all-new airborne journey across some of the country’s most picturesque sights and landscapes in this exciting new attraction experience.

  • Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Continues: There’s still time to experience the limited-time décor, entertainment, and specialty food and beverage offerings of the 70th Celebration this summer before it reaches its conclusion on Aug. 9, 2026.

The fan-favorite parade, “Paint the Night,” which features stunning colors, vibrant floats and more than a million brilliant LED lights continues during the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif.

Guests of all ages are invited to jump into the fun at Disney Friends Dance Party in the Disney Theater at Disney California Adventure Park! A high-energy mix of music keeps the dance floor moving, while surprise appearances by beloved Disney friends turn every moment into a celebration you won’t forget. The fun continues in Disneyland Park where guests can join Stitch and friends for a galactic good time with the return of “Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast” at Tomorrowland Terrace.

Families can take advantage of extra summertime savings with the Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer (affiliate link), offering tickets as low as $50 per child (ages 3 through 9) with a 1-Day Park Hopper ticket for visits May 22 through Sept. 7, 2026. Those looking to extend the magic can also take advantage of savings at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort, including up to 15% off select stays Sunday-Thursday nights through Sept. 7, 2026.

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The Mandalorian & Grogu Watch Party Island is now live in Fortnite, bringing fans exclusive content in a new interactive Star Wars adventure. Step into STAR WARS: The Mandalorian and Grogu, watch a 10-minute sneak peek of the film, and hear a special message from director Jon Favreau – all ahead of its theatrical release on May 22. Epic Games, Disney, and Lucasfilm have created their most immersive Fortnite island experience yet.

Created with Fairview Portals — Jon Favreau’s storytelling creative studio — and Beyond Creative, every detail, from Nevarro’s architecture to the quest design, draws from the world first seen on Disney+ and now headed to the big screen. The experience was crafted using assets from the official STAR WARS toolkit — the largest IP toolset in Fortnite.

The Mandalorian & Grogu Watch Party Island brings cinematic world‑building into Fortnite’s interactive space, continuing the strong foundation set by previous collaborations between Disney and Epic, and expanding the ways fans can step into stories they love. 

Check out the new trailer here and you can find assets here

On the island, players can:

  • Discover familiar locations and gameplay, including Nevarro’s city streets and the Imperial safehouse
  • Talk to new and fan-favorite characters, spend time with Grogu, complete quests from the Marshall IG-11 or challenge other players to 1v1 or 2v2 battles
  • ​​​​​​​Play as newly recruited Deputies during an Imperial attack and build a speeder bike to head across the city

Special rewards and Shop items:

  • Spend 20 minutes in the island experience to unlock the exclusive Mandalorian Sanctuary Loading Screen, featuring concept art from the film
  • ​​​​​​​The Mandalorian Pen & Ink Outfit launches in the Shop beginning May 21

Plus, on May 26, return to the island’s amphitheater to watch Jon Favreau answer fan questions submitted by the Fortnite community about the film and the making of The Mandalorian & Grogu Watch Party Island.

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