Black History Month is just around the corner, and that’s the perfect time to sprinkle a little soul into your Disney Parks adventure.
Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in all the new offerings while creating some family memories at Disneyland Resort in California, there are soulful experiences that await around every corner, cultural touches of music, art, food, and fun that create unique opportunities for you and your family to Celebrate Soulfully in a Disney kind of way.
The ever-popular Celebrate Gospel concerts are returning to the Disneyland Resort and will make their debut at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage February 20-21 and February 27-28. Grammy Award-winning gospel music performers will headline the two weekends, featuring Bishop Hezekiah Walker on February 21 and Yolanda Adams on February 28.
The soul-stirring annual event, which does not require park admission, also features community choirs from across Southern California for two exciting weekends of uplifting entertainment.
In celebration of Black History Month, a brand-new heritage trail of dynamic displays will debut across the resort, celebrating influential Black leaders, artists, and thinkers from the past and present. From Frontierland to Hollywood Land and various spots in between, each display will recognize how these inspiring individuals shaped culture and industries for generations. Keep your eyes peeled to spot these tributes, including Leah Chase at Tiana’s Palace, Martha Blanding on Main Street, U.S.A., Floyd Norman on Buena Vista Street, and more! A complete list of honored individuals is available at Disneyland.com.
Food
Of course, what is a celebration without food? From savory classics to tasty favorites, continue the celebration with delectable dishes crafted to honor the rich stories of Black heritage. Here are a couple of this year’s limited-time food options:
Tiana’s Palace in New Orleans Square at Disneyland (Mobile order available)
(Available Jan. 30 through March 2)
- French Quarter Fried Chicken Bowl: Spicy honey-glazed fried chicken served with baked macaroni and cheese and collard greens
Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure
(Available Jan. 30 through March 2)
- New Orleans BBQ Shrimp: Cajun battered shrimp served with cheesy polenta, onions, peppers, celery and a New Orleans BBQ butter sauce
Don’t miss the chance to experience this exciting slate of Celebrate Soulfully offerings in honor of Black History Month.
Celebrate Soulfully Year Round
In addition to the Celebrate Soulfully offerings, you can also explore an array of experiences that celebrate Black heritage and culture all year long at Disneyland Resort.
- Meet Princess Tiana in New Orleans Square and take a ride on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Bayou Country at Disneyland.
- Soak in the soulful singer Dime and her jazz quartet as Five & Dime perform hits on Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure, or train with Black Panther’s personal guard during “Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje” in Avengers Campus.
- At select times in the afternoons and evenings, you may see Joe Gardner from Pixar Animation Studios’ Soul playing smooth jazz tunes in the lobby of Pixar Place Hotel.
No matter how you choose to Celebrate Soulfully, there is plenty to do and see when visiting the Disneyland Resort. What do you think of the Celebrate Soulfully offerings? Which one stands out to you? Let us know in the comments.
