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January 12, 2022 27 mins

2022 looks to be a promissing year at Disneyland Resort. If you are wondering what you can look forward to when visiting Disneyland this year, the answer is... A LOT! From returning favorites, to new technology, and lands being overhauled. We talk about it all in this episode of the Disneyland with Kids Podcast.

What To Look Forward To At Disneyland in 2022

It seems hard to believe that it has been less than a full year since Disneyland reopened after a lengthy 14-month closure, but it is true. As we head into the first full calendar year since the reopening, we have a lot of exciting announcements already revealed for Disneyland.

(Photo Courtesy of Disneyland Resort)

Disneyland is finally getting new technology that Walt Disney World has had for a while, Nighttime Spectaculars are returning, Festival Season is back. It all feels so full of hope! So take a listen to what you can expect at Disneyland this year.

One super exciting announcement for 2022 is the all-new Disneyland with Kids Digital Magazine. The quarterly magazine will feature park planning tips, Disney activities, and so much more. And... our podcast listeners can save $5 off the Annual Subscription with code podcast.

In This Episode: 2022 - The Comeback Year?

In this episode Julie, from Mom Rewritten, and Jessica, from The Happiest Blog On Earth, talk about everything new and returning to Disneyland in 2022.

Is this the comeback year? Maybe. Take a listen and decide.

In This Episode: Show Notes

  • Upcoming launch of the Disneyland with Kids Digital Magazine
  • Disney Lunar New Year including a new character coming to the event in 2022
  • Details of the upcoming Disney California Food & Wine Festival 
  • Three nighttime special ticketed events in early 2022
  • MagicBands coming to Disneyland, including speculation on what they might offer.
  • Disney Genie+ and what you need to know before you buy it.
  • Returning shows include Fantasmic!, World of Color, Disneyland Forever fireworks, and the one that won’t go away, the Main Street Electrical Parade!
  • Must-know changes to the popular return of the Southern California Resident ticket deal. Purchase tickets through our partner Get Away Today and upgrade to a Magic Key.
  • Toontown reimagining including details on when it’s closing for renovations (hint: very soon!)
  • Resort updates including Downtown Disney District and new tower at the Disneyland Hotel.
  • The fan club D23 Expo returns to Anaheim in September 2022. 
  • Disneyland With Kids fall meet up details.

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