Disneyland Confirms Pixar Pals Parade Won’t Return in 2026
The move reflects a broader pivot toward immersive, IP-driven expansions.
Overview
- Disney officials confirmed the Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration parade will not be back next year after a months-long pause.
- The parade last performed on August 4, 2025, following a 2024 debut that showcased nearly 30 Pixar films and characters.
- Disney California Adventure plans to close Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sully to the Rescue in early 2026 to clear space for a planned Avatar-themed land.
- Disney previously shared additional details for the West Coast Avatar expansion during the D23 presentation in 2024.
- Work continues on expanding Avengers Campus with two new attractions, including an immersive dark ride and a robotic‑arm aerial flat ride.