Disney Reveals 38 Festival of Holidays Food and Drink Items for 2026
Disney’s 2026 Festival of Holidays menu includes 38 offerings, with new beef Wellington, chicken pot pie wings and TWIX iced chocolate.
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Dates & tickets
Park ticket and reservation required
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
Highlighted dates are event dates, not a ticket-availability calendar.
Latest news
World of Color – Season of Light Returns to Disneyland November 13, 2026
World of Color – Season of Light returns to Disney California Adventure November 13.
How we’d spend the visit
A little planning. More holiday time.Choose one major ride
Start with Radiator Springs Racers if it is your top ride priority. If the posted queue is already too long for your group, choose a nearby alternative and keep the rest of the day intact.
Santa or a second ride
Choose Santa at Redwood Creek if you are visiting by December 24, or take one more ride. This is an either-or block if queues are long.
Try two festival dishes
Pick nearby marketplaces, buy water and find a place to sit. Allow around an hour rather than treating six food stops as one quick meal.
Build around a live performance
Use the day’s schedule to choose ¡Viva Navidad!, Mirabel, Miguel or a bandstand act. Fit a nearby ride around that performance instead of crossing the park repeatedly.
Spend time in Cars Land
See the lights, then choose Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl or Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. Check queues before committing; the seasonal atmosphere is worth enjoying without a ride.
Sit down before the finale
Have a proper meal or a second round of marketplace dishes, then allow time for restrooms and the walk to Paradise Bay. Avoid a major ride queue in this window.
World of Color
Follow the app’s current viewing instructions and allow extra arrival time. Afterward, let the crowd disperse; do not promise another headline ride unless park hours and the posted wait leave enough time.
Ride wait times
Rides operate during regular park hours, with shorter schedules at some attractions. Availability varies; check the posted status before joining a queue.
Season averages cover operating ride waits on event dates, not queues for shows, food or characters.
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Radiator Springs RacersCars LandCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationMake this your first ride priority if it matters most. If the queue would consume your chosen show window later, skip the repeat.
Lowest recorded hour—
Luigi’s Joy to the WhirlCars LandCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationPair this holiday overlay with your sunset Cars Land visit. Choose it or Mater if queues make doing both impractical.
Lowest recorded hour—
Mater’s Jingle JamboreeCars LandCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationA seasonal ride stop during the Cars Land block. Keep time for food and the evening show rather than adding it as a compulsory extra.
Lowest recorded hour—
Toy Story Midway Mania!Pixar PierCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationUse this as a family ride while near Pixar Pier and Paradise Gardens. Check the posted wait against your next performance.
Lowest recorded hour—
Golden ZephyrParadise Gardens ParkCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationCheck its status while you are near Paradise Gardens before committing to a walk around the lagoon.
Lowest recorded hour—
Goofy's Sky SchoolParadise Gardens ParkCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationFit this between your Paradise Gardens food stop and the next nearby performance.
Lowest recorded hour—
Grizzly River RunGrizzly PeakCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationChoose this before the evening cools down if your group is comfortable getting wet.
Lowest recorded hour—
Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!Avengers CampusCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationUse the regular Mission: BREAKOUT! queue during this season; Monsters After Dark is the Halloween version.
Lowest recorded hour—
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IncredicoasterPixar PierCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationKeep this with your Pixar Pier rides and check the ride’s evening schedule before World of Color.
Lowest recorded hour—
Inside Out Emotional WhirlwindPixar PierCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationPair this with Jessie’s Critter Carousel during a Pixar Pier visit with younger riders.
Lowest recorded hour—
Jessie's Critter CarouselPixar PierCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationA nearby option if part of your group is sitting out Incredicoaster.
Lowest recorded hour—
Jumpin' JellyfishParadise Gardens ParkCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationCombine this with the Little Mermaid or your Paradise Gardens food stop.
Lowest recorded hour—
Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!Hollywood LandCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationA nearby ride option during your Hollywood Land food and entertainment stop.
Lowest recorded hour—
Pixar Pal-A-Round - SwingingPixar PierCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationChoose this queue only if you want a swinging gondola; the non-swinging queue is separate.
Lowest recorded hour—
Pixar Pal-A-Round – Non-SwingingPixar PierCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationChoose the non-swinging queue for a stationary gondola, and check its closing time before World of Color.
Lowest recorded hour—
Silly Symphony SwingsParadise Gardens ParkCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationStay in the Paradise Gardens area for this ride rather than crossing back after dinner.
Lowest recorded hour—
Soarin’ Across AmericaGrizzly PeakCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationPair this with your Grizzly Peak visit. Across America is the current ride film.
Lowest recorded hour—
The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea AdventureParadise Gardens ParkCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationA convenient indoor ride between the festival food stops and Pixar Pier.
Lowest recorded hour—
WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man AdventureAvengers CampusCurrent waitCheckingSeason average—
Our recommendationPair this with your Avengers Campus food stop and leave room for the preshow.
Lowest recorded hour—
Shows & holiday experiences
01 / Disney California Adventure
Disney ¡Viva Navidad!
The Three Caballeros, dancers and musicians bring Latin American holiday traditions to Paradise Gardens. The street party runs on select days, so check the schedule before building your visit around it. We recommend making this a fixed entertainment stop, with food and rides arranged nearby.
02 / Disney California Adventure
Mickey’s Happy Holidays and the Holiday Toy Drummers
The character cavalcade travels between Paradise Gardens Park and Hollywood Land at selected times. The toy drummers also perform during the festival. Check the route and find a spot before the procession reaches your section; do not assume the published start time is its arrival time there.
03 / Disney California Adventure
Live music and seasonal performances
The Paradise Garden Bandstand hosts a rotating program. Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season and A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel! return on select days. Pick a performance you genuinely want to hear and sit down for it instead of treating every stage as something to rush past.
04 / Disney California Adventure
Cars Land at sunset
The lights come on at the daily sunset transition, and seasonal decorations fill the streets. Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree add holiday versions of the two rides. Give yourself time here for a ride and a slow look around.
05 / Disney California Adventure
World of Color – Season of Light
The holiday fountain show returns for 2026. Disney and Pixar scenes play across water and mist with a seasonal score. Check the app for that night’s performance and viewing arrangements. A dining package or dessert party is an optional extra, not a requirement for enjoying the festival.
06 / Disney California Adventure
Santa’s Holiday Visit
Redwood Creek Challenge Trail hosts Santa through December 24, with seasonal activities around the visit. If meeting him is important, make that a daytime priority. A long character queue should replace an optional ride, not erase your meal break.
Food & drinks
2026 holiday menu. Prices checked Nov. 10; tax is extra where marked. Restaurant prices are for the listed serving, not Sip and Savor tasting portions.
Holiday Duets
Try the new Holiday Brisket Mac & Cheese, French Onion Mac & Cheese, or the Duet with a smaller serving of each.
A Twist on Tradition
Chicken Pot Pie Wings join returning Shrimp & Grits. TWIX Bits Iced Chocolate is a new nonalcoholic option.
Favorite Things
Braised Pork Belly Adobo comes with garlic rice. Santa Milk & Cookies Hot Cocoa is a sweet option at the same marketplace.
Is Sip and Savor worth it?
Six coupons cost $52 including tax, or $49 for Magic Key holders with photo ID. That works out to about $8.67 or $8.17 per coupon. Pick six eligible items and compare their menu total with the pass price before buying. Alcohol and souvenirs do not qualify; restaurant redemptions are tasting portions. You can share a pass, and unused coupons expire Jan. 6.
Disney photo Brisket, barbecue sauce and pickle-crunch topping.
Disney photo Caramelized onions and crouton topping.
Disney photo Half portions of both mac-and-cheese dishes.
Disney photo Berry-citrus punch with sweet cream.
IPA.
Served on ice.
Disney photo Gravy and pastry crumble.
Disney photo Andouille sausage.
Disney photo Chocolate oat milk, caramel and cookie butter.
Pilsner.
Disney photo Tortilla chips.
Disney photo Chocolate ganache and marshmallow cream cheese.
Disney photo Spiced coffee, milk and dulce-de-leche cream.
Disney photo Tequila, cider and guava.
Blonde ale.
Disney photo Gravy, vegetables and cranberry relish.
Disney photo Pecan topping and spiced cream.
Disney photo Tequila, fruit juices and chile-lime rim.
Blonde ale.
Disney photo Garlic rice.
Disney photo Cookies-and-cream and white chocolate.
Disney photo Warm spiced rum drink.
Ale.
Disney photo Strawberry jam and graham shell.
Disney photo Beef jus, mushrooms, potato and pastry.
Disney photo Bourbon and ginger beer.
Disney photo Vodka, coffee liqueur and oat milk.
Disney photo Whipped topping and sprinkles.
Disney photo Beans, avocado, queso fresco and red onions; full entrée adds a fried egg and chips.
Disney photo Studio Catering Co.: turkey, stuffing, sweet potato, cranberry and gravy.
Disney photo Studio Catering Co.: barbecue brisket, corn salsa, cotija and crema.
Disney photo Award Wieners: fried sandwich cookies with peppermint.
Disney photo Award Wieners; on ice.
Disney photo Award Wieners; fruit and ice.
Disney photo Schmoozies!: pumpkin cream-cheese filling.
Disney photo Schmoozies!: mint chocolate-cookie shake.
Disney photo Hollywood Lounge: rum and spiced fruit.
Hollywood Lounge.
Hollywood Lounge.
Disney photo Pym Test Kitchen: prime rib, mozzarella, onions and beef jus.
Disney photo Pym Test Kitchen: strawberry foam and wafers.
Disney photo Pym Test Kitchen: served in a particle beaker.
Disney photo Pym Tasting Lab.
Disney photo Terran Treats: warm chocolate cake.
Disney photo Cone 1: Vietnamese coffee with matcha foam.
Disney photo Cone 1: Baileys and matcha foam.
Disney photo Cone 2: peppermint soft serve and sprinkles.
Cone 2: seasonal soft serve.
Disney photo Cone 3: chicken, mashed potato, gravy and cheese.
Disney photo Cone 4: Modelo and strawberry-chamoy lemonade.
Disney photo Cone 4: tequila and spicy fruit lemonade.
Cone 4.
Cone 4.
Disney photo Fries and green onions.
Disney photo Agave wine and pear lemonade.
Aunt Cass Café: apple, caramel and whipped topping.
Disney photo Aunt Cass Café: sourdough bread bowl.
Disney photo Aunt Cass Café and Boudin Bread Cart; plant-based.
Disney photo Aunt Cass Café and Boudin Bread Cart; plant-based.
Disney photo Aunt Cass Café and Boudin Bread Cart; plant-based.
Disney photo Aunt Cass Café: pumpkin cream-cheese topping.
Disney photo Orange-glazed chicken, vegetables and rice.
Disney photo Peppermint, ganache and chocolate crunch.
Disney photo Pear vodka and ginger beer.
Disney photo Tapioca pearls and coconut foam.
Disney photo Cocina Cucamonga: yuzu, cranberry and spice.
Disney photo Cocina Cucamonga: tequila version.
Cocina Cucamonga.
Cappuccino Cart: chocolate cold foam.
Disney photo Cappuccino Cart: maple buttercream and waffle pieces.
Disney photo Cappuccino Cart; liqueur option also sold.
Cappuccino Cart.
Disney photo Rita’s Turbine Blenders.
Disney photo Rita’s Turbine Blenders: hot blueberry-apple cider with bourbon.
Disney photo Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta: cheesecake mousse and spice cookie.
Disney photo Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta: slice or whole pie.
Disney photo Churro cart near Goofy’s Sky School.
Bayside Brews; michelada option.
Disney photo New York steak, truffle fries and peppercorn sauce.
Disney photo Cinnamon sugar, rice pudding and pecans.
Disney photo Bourbon, maple, lemon and cinnamon whiskey.
Seasonal beer.
Cider.
Disney photo Smokejumpers: cranberry barbecue sauce and gochujang aïoli.
Smokejumpers: honeydew-lime.
Disney photo Select outdoor carts; pineapple.
Disney photo Select outdoor carts.
Disney photo Select outdoor carts.
Select outdoor carts; holiday bag.
Select outdoor carts.
Select outdoor carts.
Disney photo Clarabelle’s: white chocolate and peppermint.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s: red-coated apple.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s.
Disney photo Trolley Treats only.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff.
Disney photo Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff.
Merchandise
2026 merchandise, checked Nov. 10. Online prices are labeled separately from park prices. Stock and sizes vary; special novelty mobile-order pickup windows mostly run Nov. 13–15.
Holiday apparel and ornaments
Seasonal collections include Mickey Mouse and Family Christmas, Holiday Pastel and Disney Vintage Holiday. Look for gifts during a midday break, before you settle into the evening entertainment.
Reloadable gift card with a festival design. This pays for purchases; it does not include food or admission.
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Light-up train popcorn bucket. Limit two per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Gingerbread-house popcorn bucket. Limit two per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Holiday drink container. Limit two per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Standard seasonal bucket. Limit ten per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Reusable metal cup. Limit two per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Seasonal travel cup. Limit ten per person per transaction; select discounts apply. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Light-up drink accessory. Limit two per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Clip-on character accessory. Limit ten per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Wreath-shaped accessory. Limit two per person per transaction; no discounts. Available beginning Nov. 13 while supplies last.
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Plaid Disneyland lettering and holiday appliqués.
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Navy zip hoodie with embroidered holiday lights; the lights do not illuminate.
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Peppermint design in the 2026 park apparel collection.
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Mickey and friends in a winter scene.
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Red-and-green holiday ears.
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Disneyland logo with holiday-light artwork.
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Gingerbread character jewelry; pieces sold separately.
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Mickey-shaped snowflake jewelry.
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Seasonal character tote.
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Character blanket.
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Traditional character designs from the 2026 holiday preview.
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Small character charm for a bag.
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2026 holiday pin preview.
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Pink-and-green holiday collection.
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Coordinating pastel hat.
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Wreath-shaped charm.
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Winnie the Pooh, Eeyore and Tigger attachments; headband and pieces are separate purchases.
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Buy admission, then decide on extras
The festival is included with regular DCA admission and a valid reservation. Food, merchandise, Sip and Savor and optional dining packages cost extra. None of those purchases replaces park admission.
Choose the performances before the queues
Some entertainment runs only on selected days. Save the performances you want in the app and choose ride windows around them. Exact daily times matter more than trying to follow a generic hourly schedule.
Budget for tasting portions
A few small dishes can make a meal, but costs add up. Choose your must-try dishes first, share if it suits your group and leave room for a drink. Do not assume every food location accepts festival coupons.
Use wait data as a check, not a promise
A short posted queue is useful when you are already nearby. Walking across the park for one low number can waste the time you hoped to save. Seasonal averages describe past posted waits, not a guarantee for your visit.
Questions & answers
Is Festival of Holidays a nighttime party?
No. It runs during regular park operations. You can enjoy food and entertainment during the day, then stay for the holiday lights and scheduled evening show.
Does a Sip and Savor Pass include alcohol?
No. Its coupons apply to eligible food and nonalcoholic drinks. Check the item’s eligibility before ordering.
Should I visit Disneyland and DCA on the same day?
A hopper can work, but each park has enough seasonal entertainment for a full day. For a shorter visit, choose the parade and castle at Disneyland or festival food, music and World of Color at DCA.