There’s not much new going on at the Disneyland Resort this summer but for the Kids Rule Summer 2026 promotion, the Happiest Place on Earth is positioning itself as the key destination for families with young children, packaging up newer and existing offerings into a compelling package.
Here’s everything you need to know during the 2026 Kids Rule Summer promotion at the Disneyland Resort.
Seek and Find Activities
A fun escape from the chaos of a regular day in the parks can be seek and find activities which encourage exploration, discovery, and learning.
Mickey’s Park Rangers
Mickey’s Park Rangers is an outdoor discovery and exploration adventure guide that invites adventurers of all ages to explore the great outdoors and complete various activities for the reward of a new Disneyland sticker! Best of all, it’s free to participate!
MORE INFO: GUIDE: Mickey’s Park Rangers Adventure Guide; outdoor fun at Disneyland
Mabel’s Seek & Find Trail
The animals are missing and Mabel needs your help to bring them all back to the glade! Grab your activity map (and a sticker of animal friends including Tom Lizard, King George, and Ellen Bear) with different quests depending on which map you pick.
MORE INFO: GUIDE: HOPPERS: Mabel’s Seek & Find Trail at Disney California Adventure
Dance Parties
Sometimes burning off a bunch of churro-fueled energy is exactly what they day needs and you’re covered in both parks.
Disney Friends Dance Party
Taking place nightly from 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm, the special dance party at the Disney Junior Theater adds fun with character appearances and special surprise in-theater effects. Some of the friends you can expect to see joining include Chip & Dale with Clarice, Max, and Horace Horsecollar.
MORE INFO: GUIDE: Disney Friends Dance Party during Kids Rule Summer 2026
Stitch’s Beach Party Bash
Taking place nightly from 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm, the Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast is aimed at the littles but everyone is welcomed to get into the beachy festivities which feature a DJ who spins the tunes and keeps the summer heat going with the help of a few Disney friends.
MORE INFO: GUIDE: Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast during Kids Rule Summer 2026
Star Wars Fun
THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU are soaring into theaters across the country and the Happiest Place in a galaxy far, far away is celebrating the arrival of the popular duo. Highlights at the Disneyland Resort include a customizable storyline featuring the iconic characters on the newly-updated Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, new character and droid appearances, a nightly projection show moment, plus other fun interactive activities.
MORE INFO: GUIDE: Celebrating Star Wars, MANDALORIAN AND GROGU at Disneyland
More to Explore
Other shows and entertainment can help fill out a fun day of Disney magic.
Pixar Short Film Spotlight
Disneyland is adding a gloriously air-conditioned venue to the lineup this summer with the opening of the Pixar Short Film Spotlight at the Tomorrowland Theater where you can enjoy screenings including Luxo Jr., Smash and Grab, and LOU.
MORE INFO: GUIDE: Pixar Short Film Spotlight at Disneyland; have a seat, escape the heat
Disneyland 70th Celebration
The Disneyland Resort is also still in full swing with all of its offerings for the 70th anniversary celebration including a bunch of fun for the whole family including World of Color Happiness!, Tapestry of Happiness, Celebrate Happy Cavalcade, and more!
MORE INFO: FULL GUIDE: Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration #Disneyland70
Bluey’s Best Day Ever
There’s three main components to the new BLUEY offerings at Disneyland including the popular Bluey’s Best Day Ever! interactive area plus a fun selection of themed eats and drinks in select locations in the park, and plenty of merchandise and novelty items to commemorate the trip.
MORE INFO: FULL GUIDE: Everything BLUEY at Disneyland — shows, food, and more
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!
During the day, dance and sing along with the classic Disney characters in this fun dance party show aimed at the younger set and the young at heart. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are rounding up their best pals — Goofy, Daisy and Pluto — to join a festive party.
MORE INFO: GUIDE: Disney Junior: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! at Disney California Adventure
Upcoming
There’s more fun on the horizon this summer!
Soarin’ Across America
The previously announced Soarin’ Across America will be making its debut in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary as an all-new airborne adventure across the U.S. beginning at Disneyland Resort on July 2, 2026.
MORE INFO: Soarin’ Across America debuts Jul. 2, 2026 at Disney California Adventure
Yardfest 2026
Part of Celebrate Soulfully, guests can celebrate with energetic drum major performances featuring Drum Major Mickey Mouse. Plus, special activities, food, and fun await to round out the offerings.
MORE INFO: Disney on the Yard: Yardfest 2026 bringing food, fun
Fun for Toy Story 5
TOY STORY 5 is Disney-Pixar’s next big theatrical release and in celebration of the upcoming sequel, Woody, Jessie, Buzz are getting minor updates to their wardrobe to match the looks that they will don in the new film.
MORE INFO: Woody, Jessie, Buzz to update looks ahead of TOY STORY 5
Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer
- Valid only for children ages 3-9. this offer allows for visits to a Disneyland Resort theme park for as low as $50 per child, per day
- Tickets are available as 1, 2 or 3-Day Park tickets, with upgrades available including Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Parking
- Available for purchase January 21, 2026 for visits May 22 through September 7, 2026
MORE INFO: Disneyland 2026 Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer: $50 tickets per day
See it for Yourself
The Kids Rule Summer marketing promotion at the Disneyland Resort kicks off May 22, 2026.
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