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Credit: DisneyThe House of Mouse continues to show up for the LGBTQ+ community, announcing a flurry of limited-time offerings for the upcoming Gay Days Anaheim event.
Rainbow Treats Launch for Gay Days Anaheim
From September 13 to 15, Disneyland Resort will offer limited-time rainbow treats to coincide with the unofficial Gay Days Anaheim event, which celebrates the LGBTQ+ community.
This year, guests can find three special items at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park: Rainbow Macarons, Rainbow Linzer Cookies, and Rainbow Cake, as announced by the official Disney Eats (@disneyeats) Instagram.
The macaron is available at the Coffee House and Tangaroa Terrace, which are located in the Disneyland Hotel, while the Linzer cookie can be sampled at Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta, Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, Red Rose Taverne, Market House, and Jolly Holiday Bakery Café.
The Rainbow Cake will be featured at Paradise Garden Grill, Aunt Cass Café, and Plaza Inn. These festive desserts highlight the growing presence of the LGBTQ+ community within the park, providing a celebration of diversity and inclusion.
Celebrations of the LGBTQ+ Community at Disneyland
The Gay Days Anaheim event will include various activities throughout the weekend aimed at bringing together LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. Participants are encouraged to wear red shirts, a symbol of solidarity and pride, adding a vibrant splash of color to the park.
Events planned for this weekend encompass live performances and interactive gatherings. The weekend will serve as both a celebration of individuality and a reminder of the strides made toward inclusivity.
The Impact of Gay Days on Disneyland
Ever since the first documented Walt Disney World Resort event in 1991, Gay Days has transitioned from an unofficial gathering to a mainstream celebration, with over 100,000 participants in Florida each June. This evolution illustrates the growing acceptance and recognition of LGBTQ+ individuals in community spaces, particularly in the theme park industry.
“The first Gay Days Anaheim in 1998 attracted about 2,500 people. Today, the event attracts over 30,000 guests to the Disneyland Resort each year!” the Gay Days website reads. “What was once a small one-day gathering has become a full weekend event with parties, gatherings, a massive group photo, a scavenger hunt, private meals, and much more!”
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The Walt Disney Company has embraced this movement, facilitating a partnership that allows Gay Days to flourish within the park–like the creation of official rainbow-themed Disney treats for this year’s Gay Days Anaheim.
Through this collaboration, Disneyland has integrated Pride-themed merchandise and events into its offerings, further fostering an inclusive atmosphere for park-goers. This commitment marks a notable shift in the park’s approach to diversity, promoting a sense of belonging for all guests.
Future of LGBTQ+ Events at Disneyland
Looking ahead, Disneyland continues to expand its LGBTQ+ representation and support through events like Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite, which is just one of its many special After Dark events. The others include Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite, Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite, and Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite.
Tickets for these eagerly anticipated gatherings become available closer to each one’s respective launch.
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“Each separately ticketed, special-themed soiree begins after the park closes to the general public and includes admission to Disneyland Park [three] hours before the party begins,” the official Disneyland Resort website notes. “No park reservations required.”
The integration of diverse events reinforces the park’s commitment to celebrating all aspects of community identity while enhancing the overall guest experience at the Disneyland Resort.
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