Lunar New Year Archives

WDWNT Weekly Recap: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020 & New Films Debut, a Guest Pulls the Sword Out of the Stone at Disneyland, and a New Minnie Collectable Series

January 19, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from January 13–19! Walt Disney World A bold, new variable message sign was installed at the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession Marches into Disney California Adventure for Lunar New Year 2020

January 18, 2020

Poised for a pretty big new year herself, Mulan welcomes some pretty big special guests to celebrate the Year of the Rat… I mean, Mouse, in Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession at Disney California Adventure. It’s part of the Lunar New Year 2020 celebrations going on at the park from January 17th to February 9th, … Read more

REVIEW: Smoked Beef Bulgogi and Peach Sojito at Lucky 8 Lantern in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020

January 18, 2020

Specializing in Asian-inspired cuisine, Lucky 8 Lantern was a real hit for us during last year’s Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure. So, we’re excited to try the booth again this year, which is returning with some of our favorite dishes, adding a new item and an entirely new beverage selection. Lucky 8 … Read more

REVIEW: Shrimp & Ginger Dumplings and Honey Tea with Bourbon at Red Dragon Spice Traders in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020

January 17, 2020

Looking for something savory with some heat to it? Look no further than Red Dragon Spice Traders, which is a food booth found at Disney California Adventure for the 2020 Lunar New Year celebration. We love a little spice with our food, so hopefully, we can handle the Red Dragon. Red Dragon Spice Traders Booth … Read more

REVIEW: Almond Milk Tea, Orange Blossom Cocktail, and More at Paradise Garden Grill in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020

January 17, 2020

For the 2020 Lunar New Year, Paradise Garden Grill has debuted an all-new menu for the festival. While this wasn’t our favorite spot last year, we’re excited to give Paradise Garden Grill another chance this year. Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure Lunar New Year 2020 Menu for Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California … Read more

REVIEW: Mochi Donuts and Vietnamese Coffee at Longevity Noodle Co. in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020

January 17, 2020

It’s finally time for us to celebrate Lunar New Year 2020 at Disney California Adventure! Since we started getting sneak peeks of the festival, we’ve been itching to go and finally, the day has arrived. And of course, you can’t have a proper celebration without food, of which there is plenty to go and try … Read more

REVIEW: Mickey Hot Dog and More at Prosperity Bao and Buns in Disney California Adventure – Lunar New Year 2020

January 17, 2020

A hand holding the Mickey-head shaped hot dog bun stuffed with hot dogs.

Prosperity Bao and Buns is a special food booth open from January 17th to February 9th, 2020 for Disney California Adventure’s Lunar New Year 2020 celebration. (And don’t worry, these bao buns won’t come to life on ya, like they do in one of our favorite Pixar shorts!) Prosperity Bao and Buns Booth at Disney … Read more

REVIEW: Fresh and Fruity Lunar New Year Dessert Bao Bun at Lucky Fortune Cookery in Disney California Adventure

January 17, 2020

Bao buns are some of our favorite food––who can say no to stuffed, soft buns filled with our favorite foods? The Lucky Fortune Cookery must’ve been reading our minds when they created a specialty bao bun for the 2020 Lunar New Year festival at Disney California Adventure, and we can’t wait to try this treat! … Read more

REVIEW: New Pork Belly Egg Rolls Shine at Lamplight Lounge for Lunar New Year 2020

January 17, 2020

While strolling through Pixar Pier, we found a special pork belly egg roll at Lamplight Lounge, created for the 2020 Lunar New Year. Described as having tender pork, a spicy mango glaze, pickled carrots, lettuce, cucumber, and pork rinds, this egg roll sounds like a perfect addition to the festival. Menu for Lamplight Lounge at … Read more

PHOTOS: Every Piece of Lunar New Year 2020 Merchandise (with Prices) at Disney California Adventure

January 17, 2020

We come to you today with every piece of merchandise for the 2020 Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure! There are a variety of unique pieces, so be sure to check them all out in our comprehensive merchandise round-up. Lunar New Year Lantern Wand – $19.99 This cute lantern wand lights up and … Read more

Full Menus Revealed for Lunar New Year Marketplaces; Details on 2020 Sip and Savor Pass at Disney California Adventure

January 8, 2020

In just over a week, you can ring in the Year of the Mouse at Disney California Adventure with one-of-a-kind festivities, culinary delights, and Character Greetings from January 17 to February 9, 2020 for the park’s Lunar New Year Celebration. While the new merchandise and Mulan-themed procession is a big draw for many, it’s the … Read more

SHOP: Ring In the Year of the Mouse with the Lunar New Year Collection on shopDisney

January 6, 2020

Celebrate the Year of the Mouse with a brand new collection of Lunar New Year merchandise to celebrate the main mouse himself! Although technically 2020 is the Year of the Rat, we never want to refer to Mickey as a rat, so we’re celebrating him as Mickey Mouse with all new items. We got a … Read more

PHOTOS: Mickey and Minnie Donning New Costumes for Year of the Mouse; New Minnie Ears, Spirit Jersey, and Specialty Foods Revealed for Lunar New Year 2020 at Disney California Adventure

January 3, 2020

Disneyland Resort celebrates the Year of the Mouse this Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Park, Jan. 17 through Feb. 9, 2020. During the 24 days of this multicultural celebration, guests will enjoy exciting live entertainment and musical performances, including “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” and the return of the heartwarming “Hurry Home – … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 2/12/2019 (New Canada Character Merchandise, World Showcase Lagoon Construction, ETC.)

February 12, 2019

Welcome! This week, we took a trip to Epcot to take a look at what’s new around the park. We found new merchandise, some great Lunar New Year decorations up around the China Pavilion, and some continued construction on the new nighttime show being worked on around the World Showcase Lagoon! World Showcase Lagoon Construction … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney California Adventure 2/9/19 (Lunar New Year Festival, Construction Updates, ETC.)

February 9, 2019

Construction seems to be a common theme around Disneyland Resort. Unfortunately, there isn’t a whole lot of visible work. The Lunar New Year Festival continues to be popular. And we all keep hoping to see World of Color back on the schedule soon. Guest can continue to enjoy the Lunar New Year Festival until February 17, 2019. … Read more

GUIDE: Lunar New Year 2019 at Disney California Adventure Park

February 2, 2019

Lunar New Year 2019 Food Guide Disney California Adventure

Lunar New Year has returned once again to Disney California Adventure Park. It’s the year of the Pig, the 12th animal of the Chinese Zodiac, and the celebration is bigger than ever. With new merchandise, including a new pair of Mickey Ears, new food, and Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession, there’s lots to enjoy. Lunar … Read more