A vibrant celebration of Christmas commemorating the cultures and traditions of Mexico, South, and Central America comes together at Disney California Adventure for the 2025 season with the Disney ¡Viva Navidad! event. A host of entertainment and food options make this a great way to celebrate with the whole familia.

Here’s a look at everything going on during the Viva Navidad celebration for the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure.

Dining

Festive Foods Marketplace

The Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure is back once more bringing the flavors of the season to life with noshable nibbles, sips, and tastes from around the world to tempt every palate.

MORE INFO: FOOD REVIEW: 2025 Festival of Holidays Sip and Savor Pass — worth it or not?

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Paradise Garden Grill

The popular dining location serves up a flavorful menu full of robust options to tempt the palate that are just around for the special holiday season.

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Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party

Mickey, Minnie, and the Three Caballeros assemble for an enchanting street party with music from Mexico and Brazil in a beautiful pageant of multicultural musical magic.

MORE INFO: GUIDE: ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party

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Character Greetings

Various Disney characters can found as part of ¡Viva Navidad! including Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy donning their festive best while the Three Caballeros (Donald Duck, Jose Carioca and Panchito) make appearances together, as well. You can also find Mirabel from ENCANTO in her own meet and greet area.

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Live Entertainment

The Paradise Garden Bandstand plays host to live musical performances all season long. Typical showtimes are 12:35 PM, 1:35 PM, 2:35 PM, 4:05 PM, 5:05 PM, and 6:05 PM but always check the Disneyland app on the day of your visit for the latest information.

  • Adelaide Pilar
    • November 14 and 26
    • December 4, 11 and 25
    • January 5
  • Anibal Seminario & Peruvian Jazz Collective
    • November 15 and 21
    • December 5 and 12
    • January 3
  • Wayu Band
    • November 16 and 23
    • December 1, 8, 15 and 31
    • January 6
  • Clave Dura
    • November 17 and 24
    • December 9, 16 and 24
    • January 2
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  • Mari’s World
    • November 18 and 25
    • December 10 and 17
  • Son Habana
    • November 19 and 30
    • December 3, 7, 14, 21, 23 and 28
    • January 4
  • The Hive
    • November 20 and 27
    • December 2, 18, 19, 22, 26 and 30
    • January 7
  • Yamila Guerra Cuban Latin Band
    • November 22, 28 and 29
    • December 6, 13, 20, 27 and 29
    • January 1

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Decor and More

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See it for Yourself

Disney Holidays take place at the Disneyland Resort from November 14, 2025 through January 7, 2026.

Check out our in-depth guides and coverage with everything you need to know!

MORE INFO: See all MouseInfo coverage of the Disney Holidays

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