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This year marks the 10th anniversary of Shanghai Disneyland. To welcome the many summer travelers, from July 3–August 1 the park will extend Friday and Saturday hours to 10:30 PM. During this period, guests can head to Tomorrowland for a high-energy summer soundwave party and feel the fusion of music and joy. Some popular attractions will feel even more magical against the backdrop of ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration. After your day in the theme park, don’t forget to wander over to the adjacent Disneytown. This international shopping, dining, and entertainment district covers more than 46,000 square meters and is free to enter. Meet up with family and friends and enjoy some downtime. Several restaurants offer unique views, letting you savor great food while taking in the charming scenery of Shanghai Disneyland and keeping the magic going. To make it easier for guests to leave the park at night, Shanghai subway Line 11 will run scheduled extra trains from Disney station until 11:30 PM on these days. The extra trains stop at: Disney (origin), Luoshan Road, Oriental Sports Center, Xujiahui, and Zhenru (terminal). You can board and alight at Disney station; at all other stations, alighting only. Come to Shanghai Disneyland, make the most of these extended hours, and soak up a summer of joy and wonder as you create your own special memories!

On March 20, 2026—International Day of Happiness—Shanghai Disney Resort kicks off its 10th birthday celebration, a year of nonstop magic. Brand-new entertainment, shows, and experiences open a bold new chapter. 🎉 Three entertainment upgrades - The castle stage show gets a dazzling refresh as Mickey and friends explore dreams, courage, and friendship across four enchanting acts that link nine classic Disney stories. Expect bespoke costumes, inventive staging, and top-tier multimedia for an immersive fairy-tale experience—plus surprise appearances from even more Disney friends. - Mickey's Storybook Express levels up with added magic. Before the classic parade, Duffy and Friends sail in on the Friendship float—an eye-catching golden sailboat—with vibrant outfits to light up the route. A brand-new Zootopia float also debuts, led by Judy and Nick. Fan favorites like Officer Clawhauser join the lineup as Zootopia residents get everyone grooving to an electric beat. - ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration unveils a special finale. With Mickey’s magic, fireworks and light effects intertwine, now featuring an all-new chapter inspired by Wish. Immerse yourself in a spectacular audio-visual celebration of the resort’s 10th anniversary. Celebration squad and surprises across the park The high-energy “wonder with you” celebration crew roams the park with pop-up birthday shows, adding fresh birthday-themed surprises to the festivities. Limited-time gifts, dining, and new looks The resort shines with a fresh celebration look, anniversary-themed treats, and must-have commemorative merchandise—perfect for collectors and foodies alike. Nighttime anniversary chapter When night falls, a 10th birthday–exclusive new chapter—Wonder around you: 10th birthday special celebration—lights up the sky with more vibrant fountains, projections, and fireworks for a feast of the senses. Spring blooms across the park Colorful flowers are in full bloom throughout the park. Head out when the light is just right, bring your most photo-savvy friend, and capture your best shots. Note: All outdoor performances may be adjusted based on weather (including rain, wind, or fog) or special circumstances. Please follow official updates from the resort in real time. In 2026, join Mickey and countless friends for Shanghai Disney Resort’s 10th birthday celebration. Unlock the year’s grandest fairy-tale adventure and start a joyful journey for everyone. More magical with you—ten years of dreams, and we’re just getting started!

June meets our 10th birthday celebration with even more magic and a brand-new theme—Disney Student Month! Limited time from June 1–30, 2026! 🎉 Fresh décor arrives, and Disney•Pixar Toy Story Land is packed with fun new Easter eggs to discover! 👗 Your toy pals can’t wait to catch up! Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie are sporting new looks—ready for your photos 📸️ 🙋‍♂️ Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Lotso are recruiting more toy classmates for the Toy Class Reunion. Will you join the Classic Toys Class, the High-Energy Toys Class, or the Plush Toys Class? 🎁 Student Month exclusive bundle is ready: a 2026 yearbook + an exclusive badge. Follow the yearbook to complete check-in tasks to collect exclusive stickers and unlock your very own honor student certificate! This June, grab your classmates and head to Disney. Our 10th birthday Student Month is even more fun with you!

Starting in May 2026, Shanghai Museum will close to prepare for the largest, most ambitious, most comprehensive, and most cutting-edge exhibition of ancient American civilizations ever presented. The show will occupy nearly 6,000 sq m across three full floors of the People’s Square building. It runs July 9, 2026–November 14, 2027, spanning more than a year. Tickets are now on sale Exhibition highlights - Masterpieces come from top museums in countries including Mexico and Peru, with over 3,000 precious artifacts painting a panoramic picture of ancient Central and South American civilizations. - Journey from the Gulf Coast’s Olmec civilization into the Maya city-states deep in the rainforest; from Teotihuacan, the City of the Gods, to the Aztec Empire dominating Mesoamerica; from ancient Peruvian cultures such as the Moche, Chimú, and Chancay in the Andes to the rise of the Inca Empire. - Many national treasures are on view in China for the first time, and some have never before left their home countries. Featured artifacts - Colossal Head 4 (Olmec culture), Xalapa Anthropology Museum, Mexico - Stela 51 (Maya culture), National Museum of Anthropology, Mexico - Greenstone human figure (Teotihuacan culture), Teotihuacan Site Museum - Tlaloc effigy jar, rain god (Aztec culture), Templo Mayor Museum - Gold ornament (Chimú culture), Museo Larco, Peru - Funerary mask (Moche culture), Museo Larco, Peru This summer, step into Shanghai Museum and explore 3,000 years of Mesoamerican and Andean civilizations in one visit.

Ranked No. 1 on Shanghai’s stage show popularity chart for five years running 📍. No. 1 nationwide at the small-theater musical box office 📍. Nearly 3,000 performances nationwide, with over 300,000 attendees. A vintage American-style bar where the show plays out right at the counter. Sit around the bar, order drinks on the spot, and clink glasses for an immersive experience.