Pacific Wharf in Disney California Adventure Park will be reimagined into San Fransokyo Square inspired by “Big Hero 6,” and this transformation will be completed on August 31, 2023!
We recently shared more information about San Fransokyo Square in Disney California Adventure Park, which includes details about merchandise locations, as well as reimagined food and beverage locations.
Here’s a list of what’s coming next:
July 19: New San Fransokyo selections available at Lucky Fortune Cookery (Mobile order available)
July 26: New San Fransokyo selections available at Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill (Mobile order available)
July 26: Rita’s Baja Blenders will be reimagined to Rita’s Turbine Blenders (Mobile order available)
COMING SOON: Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería will open (Mobile order available)
August 31: Pacific Wharf Café will be reimagined to Aunt Cass Café (Mobile order available), Guests will be able to meet Hiro and Baymax, San Fransokyo Maker’s Mart will open
New ticket sales for Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at the Disneyland Resort will resume on July 11, no earlier than 9 a.m. PT. We sincerely apologize for the technical issues we experienced last week that may have impacted your ability to purchase tickets.
Please visit the Oogie Boogie Bash website for the most up-to-date details, and to purchase tickets beginning July 11.
At Disney California Adventure Park, the San Fransokyo Public Works Department has been diligently beautifying and making improvements to the local cannery district, which is home to a diverse neighborhood of eateries and businesses. In our previous update, we looked at a few of the landmarks and establishments you’ll see in the industrious mash-up city from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award-winning film “Big Hero 6.”
Today, we’re excited to share that, over the summer, the local eateries will start to introduce delicious new menu offerings! Starting in mid-July, Guests will be able to sample new San Fransokyo selections at Lucky Fortune Cookery, and the Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería will officially open. In the weeks following, additional dining options, unique shopping and more will be introduced as the transformation of this thriving seaside plaza continues through mid-August.
When the transformation is completed, locations across the area – from the Cappuccino Cart outside the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge to The Bakery Tour – will be decked out in street art and colorful banners celebrating the Big Hero 6 team after their victory over Yokai.
Let’s explore more places Guests will be able to visit in San Fransokyo Square!
Guests will have the opportunity to interact with Hiro and his huggable healthcare companion, Baymax, who will say hello outside the Hamada Bot Shop. This is where the Big Hero 6 team builds and innovates their hi-tech gear, so Guests may also see a few of their upcoming inventions.
Near the Hamada Bot Shop will be the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market, a storefront stocked with unique apparel, homewares and more featuring Baymax and friends. In the concept art above, the market’s shelves are situated on robot storage cases, with decommissioned battle bots on display. If Guests turn a sharp eye to the rafters overhead, they may spot the local battlebot champion, Hiro’s Megabot!
Across the way, a vending machine dispenses collectible golden medallions featuring Baymax and other iconic images from San Fransokyo.
The diverse array of flavorful fare in San Fransokyo Square will include current favorites and new creations inspired by Asian cuisine, as well as the Big Hero 6 themselves. Let’s check out the dining destinations Guests will be able to try.
Aunt Cass Café, the second bakery café operated by Hiro’s loving aunt, will serve dishes, soups in freshly-baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine. On the outside of this quick service restaurant, Guests will find a mural of Aunt Cass’ lucky pet cat, Mochi.
An old fishing net tannery across from the café is being converted to Rita’s Turbine Blenders, a giant drink dispenser offering delicious margaritas and icy beverages. This refreshment stand is owned and named after the repair technician who maintains the floating wind turbine, resembling a giant koi fish, that sits atop the structure.
In addition to these locations, Guests can expect new menu items at Cocina Cucamonga and Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop. Keep an eye out for the Disney Eats Foodie Guide, coming soon, for the full list of cuisine to come.
San Fransokyo Square will be full of fun for travelers of all ages! On a scale of one through ten, how would you rate your excitement?
Both theme park reservations and valid admission for the same park on the same day are required for park entry.
Pluto, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Winnie the Pooh, and many more are Disney Characters you can spot while at Disneyland.
Disneyland is known as “The Happiest Place on Earth,” and is home to two theme parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Each Disney Park includes something for Guests of all ages and sizes to experience, from meet and greets, attractions, shopping, and much more. Whether you’re a child experiencing the Parks for the first time or an adult reliving cherished memories, Disneyland Resort will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who have had the privilege of stepping foot into its enchanting realm.
Disney Cast Members do a lot of behind the scenes that Disney Guests do not realize they go through. To be a Disney Cast Member, they train for the attractions or even “Disney school” to learn to be a character. Cast Members training to be a character learn the character’s signature and way they act.
In a viral TikTok, a former Disneyland Cast Member comes out about the time she was assaulted while playing the Disney Character Eeyore. During this experience, she explained that there is two Eeyore who are scheduled for the same day that way Cast Members can switch off every half hour to take a break. The other Eeyore came in to take a break, and she was walking out as Eeyore to go wait in the queue to meet Guests. When a father and daughter spotted her walking out, they tried to stop Eeyore for photos.
Sadly, Disney characters cannot stop to take photos for one Guest, as they mostly will be taken over by a crowd or Guests waiting for them may get upset. This father started backing up to get these photos, and Eeyore points to her watch, saying she has somewhere to be. As Eeyore walked past this father, he puts his camera down and backhanded the character in the face. This Cast Member talked about how dangerous this is because the Disney character’s heads are attached to the headpiece that the Cast Member wears, so when he hit Eeyore, her head also turned. This father tried to hurry off after this altercation, but everyone in Critter Country had already seen it.
Disney Cast Members want Guests to remember they are people just like us and want to be treated with respect and kindness. Cast Members are always happy to help Guests when they can.
Is it ever too early to start counting down to the holidays? While it may not be time to dig out that ugly sweater just yet, Disneyland Resort is giving you a sneak peek at the new cozy wintertime attire that Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be sporting this holiday season and confirming the return of just some holiday favorites! There are even festive treats your clients can enjoy NOW, in celebration of Halfway to the Holidays, because why should we have to wait until December to treat ourselves to some irresistibly delicious sips and bites?
Mickey and his crew always look their best for the holidays, and this year will be no different. Check out the mid-century modern inspired looks they’ll sport in Disneyland Park, putting a spin on the classic red and green with the addition of pastel colors and playful prints. These looks will include snowy sparkle, and please peep their matching holly brooches crafted by Minnie Mouse herself. These looks “sleigh!”
Craving even more holiday cheer to look forward to? Well, we’re thrilled to share that the fan-favorite attraction transformation “it’s a small world” Holiday will return to Disneyland Park this holiday season! This is always a must-do during the holidays!
If your clients are ready to celebrate the holidays NOW, they’re in luck. They don’t have to wait until December to delight in Gingerbread Man Macarons, available today through June 15 at Kayla’s Cake in Downtown Disney District. We can’t decide if they’re more adorable or delicious. Speaking of adorable and delicious gingerbread, we can’t wait to get our hands on the Mickey Gingerbread at Pacific Wharf Café, available today through June 15 in Disney California Adventure Park. While there, Guests can stop by Cozy Cone Motel in Cars Land to treat themselves to an Egg Nog Slush with Rumchata topped with whipped cream and sprinkles, also available today through June 15.
We are already buzzing with excitement to kick off another joyful holiday season at the Disneyland Resort, and look forward to sharing many more details about the upcoming holiday season in the future. In the meantime, let’s celebrate Halfway to the Holidays!
