15 Things You Can't Miss at Disneyland's 60th Anniversary

If you're an ultimate Disneyland fan, we know you're getting pumped for the park's 60th anniversary. In honor if the big Diamond Celebration starting on May 22, Disneyland is pulling out all the stops — there are so many fun things to look forward to. Check out all the surprises the happiest place on earth has in store.

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Diamond Mad T Party
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Diamond Mad T Party

Head into the park's dance party — you have to go through the rabbit hole to discover all of the pulsating lights, neon colors, and fun music. There will be live entertainment and sparkly decorations everywhere. There will also be an area called the House of Cards where you can take cool photos, play games, or grab a refreshment.

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Daily Prizes
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Daily Prizes

Starting May 22, the park will be giving special VIP experiences to certain guests on a day-to-day basis. These perks include individualized tours of the parks, preferred viewing for evening entertainment, and priority access to select attractions.

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Disneyland Forever
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Disneyland Forever

In honor of the celebration, the park will put on a new nighttime show. It's a street-to-sky experience, and it promises to be so much more than just fireworks.

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California Adventure
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California Adventure

Disneyland Resort's other park is getting in on the celebration, too! California Adventure will also have special decorations, food, and events.

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New Food and Drinks
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New Food and Drinks

Get ready for brand-new food and drinks, including the Diamond Anniversary Cupcake, the Enchanted Cherry Apple Frozen Lemonade, and the Frozen Pomegranate Silver Sparkler!

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Limited Edition Merchandise
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Limited Edition Merchandise

The park will be offering all kinds of special products for the celebration. There will be art, pins, accessories, and apparel commemorating the park's past and future.

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Paint the Night Parade
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Paint the Night Parade

The all-new parade will feature Mickey Mouse and Tinker Bell using enchanted pixie dust to paint the night into an awesome evening experience. Over 1 million lights will be used to make your favorite characters glow.

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World of Color
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World of Color

If you thought the World of Color light show was awesome before, you'll totally freak over the new version called Celebrate! The Wonderful World of Walt Disney in honor of Disneyland's 60th anniversary. Hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and Mickey Mouse, the show will follow the journey of Walt Disney's creations.

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Weekly Treasures
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Weekly Treasures

On a weekly basis, park guests are eligible to win a private party in Fantasyland, a romantic cruise aboard the Mark Twain Riverboat, or a tailgate party in Cars Land — the prize varies week to week.

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A Stay in the Disneyland Dream Suite
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A Stay in the Disneyland Dream Suite

Certain guests in the park will win a chance to stay in the Dream Suite — the private apartment above the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in New Orleans Square. On top of that, they will get a one-carat white Disney diamond. You can enter the sweepstakes starting May 22.

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Special Decorations
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Special Decorations

Buena Vista Street and Main Street USA will have special decorations for the occasion full of shimmer and shine.

Check out the Disneyland website for all the info!

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Hidden Collectible Diamonds
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Hidden Collectible Diamonds

Specialty cocktails with glowing collectible “diamonds” are showing up at restaurants and lounges throughout the Disneyland Resort. You can try to get one at places like Ariel's Grotto, Surfside Lounge, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Tomorrowland Terrace, and Troubadour Tavern.

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Attraction Transformations
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Attraction Transformations

Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland and Carthay Circle Theatre at Disney California Adventure Park will turn into the most sparkling and gleaming places you have ever seen. Check out how beautiful the castle's roof looks!

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Decked-Out Ears
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Decked-Out Ears

The Mickey and Minnie ears this year will be especially adorable. Many of them are covered in gems, sequins, and shades of blue.

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New Outfits
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New Outfits

The main Disney characters will be donning brand-new ensembles in honor of the celebration. Keep an eye out for their extraspecial attire.