In honor of Disneyland’s 70th birthday, the resort has released a new anniversary merchandise collection, added a new final verse to “it’s a small world,” and debuted several treats including a new DOLE Whip flavor — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday,

The chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products talks to THR about the impact the Anaheim park had on immersive entertainment on its 70th anniversary, and what the next evolution may be.

Starting May 16 through summer 2026, Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., will be hosting its 70th anniversary festivities where the theme is “Celebrate Happy!”

A series of new Disneyland 70th anniversary merchandise was released on July 17, 2025 — the actual 70th anniversary date.

Four new special exhibits in the Main Street Opera House will accompany the new “ Walt Disney – A Magical Life ” when the audio-animatronic show debuts on July 17 as part of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration at the Anaheim theme park.

Disneyland is celebrating 70 years of being "The Happiest Place on Earth." The summerlong festivities in southern California include the opening of "Walt Disney – A Magical Life," a show featuring a lifelike animatronic of the company's founder that debuts Thursday and also marks Disneyland's official anniversary.

Commemorative Disneyland 70th anniversary maps, buttons, and stickers are available at Disneyland Park today — July 17, the actual 70th anniversary date. Disneyland 70th Anniversary Map and Buttons Cast Members are handing out the souvenirs at the park entrance.

In a heartwarming clip shared exclusively with PEOPLE, Hurtado and Bowie have a meet-and-greet with another notable canine: Pluto. The campaign focuses on "authentic moments of happiness” in the park, according to Disney, and that is exactly what is captured in the duo’s video.