‘Celebrate Soulfully’ During Black History Month at Disney Parks
Experience a vibrant celebration of Black heritage and culture at Disney Parks this February and beyond! Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort invite you to ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ in honor of Black History Month with music, food, art, and entertainment. Enjoy captivating performances, including gospel concerts and DISNEY ON BROADWAY shows, and meet beloved characters like Princess Tiana. Treat yourself to delicious food and drinks, and explore stunning artwork that highlights Black excellence. Plus, now is the perfect time to plan your visit, with exciting ticket and hotel discounts available!
Tamron Hall Headlines Magic Kingdom Parade
Walt Disney World is kicking off Black History Month with a little extra glam! Emmy-winning journalist and talk show host Tamron Hall will lead the way as Grand Marshal in a magical parade at Magic Kingdom Park on February 1. Guests will be able to see her along the parade route, through the park and down Main Street, U.S.A., around 3 p.m. ET. The parade will also feature popular Disney characters, lively music and dazzling displays.
And while you’re at the park, drop on in for a good time where Bayou thrills meet Disney magic on the newest attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Guests can enjoy a musical adventure featuring original songs written and produced by Grammy award-winning musician, PJ Morton. Naveen, Mama Odie, and jazz-loving alligator Louis will also join Princess Tiana for the celebration!
Vibrant Artwork at Disney Springs and EPCOT
Take a stroll down Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression and be inspired by all of the stunning artwork by many talented artists including Ernest Shaw, Nneka Jones, Nardstar and Marci Swett! And in February, a brand-new mural by Washington, D.C.-based artist Brandon Hill will make its debut.
Dance to the Beat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park!
Enjoy the energetic melodies and unstoppable dance moves of Viva Gaia, a troupe of musicians leading a Caribbean street party in Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe will also deliver driving rhythms in Africa where you’ll be sure to join in on the beat!
And guests can always interact with a variety of popular and diverse characters, such as Princess Tiana at Magic Kingdom, Ariel from the live-action story “The Little Mermaid’’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Asha at EPCOT.
Savor the Flavor!
Enjoy savory dishes that celebrate Black culture at Walt Disney World with our limited-time offerings. Check out the bites and delights below you won’t want to miss!
NEW! Blackened Salmon with Plant-based Hot Italian Sausage-Bean Ragoût
Check out this website for additional ways to Celebrate Soulfully at Walt Disney World during Black History Month. And even better – there are ways to save on Disney Resort stays throughout February. And if you’re a Florida resident, check out the special theme park discounts available just for you with the Discover Disney Ticket.
Here’s how you can experience Celebrate Soulfully at Disneyland Resort:
Celebrate Gospel at Disneyland!
“Celebrate Gospel” concerts return to the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland Park for two days in 2025, headlined by DOE on February 8 and Melvin Crispell, III on February 15. On both days, the beloved annual event brings together award-winning musical artists and community choirs from across Southern California.
Black Heritage Appreciation Throughout the Year
Disneyland Resort also has a collection of experiences available throughout the year that celebrate Black heritage culture. The rich storytelling of Princess Tiana spans throughout New Orleans Square and Bayou Country in Disneyland Park, including the recently debuted water attraction Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Her story also extends to Tiana’s Palace quick-service restaurant and three themed retail shops: Eudora’s Chic Boutique Featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets, Ray’s Berets and Louis’ Critter Club.
Honoring a Black Disney Legend
At Disney California Adventure Park, a window display in Hollywood Land honors Disney Legend Floyd Norman, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ first Black animator.
Meet Your Favorite Super Heroes
At Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park, you may cross paths with Black Panther, train with Black Panther’s loyal bodyguards in “Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje” or encounter Sam Wilson – Captain America.
Downtown Disney District and Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
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.
At Parkside Market in the Downtown Disney District, Sip & Sonder is a Black women-owned brand featuring signature lattes, fresh treats, frozen drinks and Caribbean-inspired bites. Among their featured menu items is a cold brew-based drink, Nod to Nicaud, which honors Rose Nicaud, who is regarded as the first coffee vendor in New Orleans. For a limited-time, you can also discover Celebrate Soulfully offerings at Ballast Point Brewing Co., Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio and Lovepop.
Celebrate Soulfully Cuisine!
Continue the celebration with some tasty delectables our culinary team has masterfully created honoring Black Heritage and tradition! Here are a couple of this year’s limited-time food options:
Catfish Po’Boy: Southern-style dusted catfish filet with lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise on toasted New Orleans French bread with remoulade sauce served with black-eyed pea stew, hot water cornbread, and house-made pickles.
Available from January 31 – March 2
Location: Tiana’s Palace
Fried Chicken Bowl: Fried chicken, baked mac and cheese, collard greens, and sweet potato cornbread
Available from January 31 – February 23 Fridays-Sundays only
Location: Troubadour Tavern
The exciting slate of Celebrate Soulfully activities expands with additional, limited-time offerings in February for Black History Month. More details will be available on Disneyland.com soon!
You can enjoy Celebrate Soulfully at an especially great value with special Disneyland Resort ticket and hotel savings available in early 2025, including the Kids’ Special Ticket Offer, Southern California Resident Ticket Offer and multiple hotel offers.
Karen is the owner and lead Dream Designer at My Mickey Vacation Travel. She is now in her 10th year of planning vacations to Disney destinations, as well as other vacation experiences. She leads her team of 80 Dream Designers and credits them with the overall success of the agency, and is especially proud of the PLATINUM Authorized Disney Vacation Planner designation that the company has earned.