Tokyo Disney Resort to Host Minnie's Funderland & More Special Events

Tokyo Disney Resort is hosting special events in the new year, including Minnie’s Funderland and a new stage show before the 25th anniversary.

Minnie’s Funderland Minnie Mouse in a pink heart frame, castle similar to Tokyo Disneyland's, performers, and Minnie's Funderland logo at Tokyo Disney Resort.

Minnie’s Funderland is the fifth special event in the Disney Pal-Palooza series. From January 14 through March 2, 2026, Minnie’s Funderland will be presented along the parade route and at Castle Forecourt.

Minnie’s Funderland Parade Route Donald Duck and dancers in polka-dot costumes perform at Tokyo Disney Resort's Minnie's Funderland, with no castle in view. Minnie Mouse, in a pink dress, dazzles on a float at Tokyo Disney Resort—home to Cinderella Castle, unique from US Disney castles. Pluto, Minnie, and Mickey wave from a float at Tokyo Disney Resort’s Minnie's Funderland, with no castle like those in other Disney parks. Vivid Tokyo Disney Resort map shows Minnie's Funderland route circling the castle, which resembles Disneyland's; event spots in yellow.

Fundernight Nighttime Projection Show

The pink Tokyo Disney Resort castle glows at night, resembling Florida’s Cinderella Castle but with unique spires and colors.

A nighttime projection program, called “Fundernight,” will also take place. Cinderella Castle will feature new projections of bows and hearts. The plaza lampposts will be topped with decorative stained-glass hearts, inviting guests into Minnie Mouse’s fantasy-filled dream world from day to night.

Two women in white dresses hold Minnie balloons at Tokyo Disney Resort, with its unique Cinderella Castle distinct from Walt Disney World’s.

Additionally, for a limited period from December 27, the “it’s a small world” attraction will present “it’s a small world with Groot,” which features characters from Marvel. There will be themed merchandise as well.

“Dance the Globe!” Stage Show Mickey Mouse and Disney friends dance in bright costumes at Tokyo Disney Resort, with no castle visible to compare to other parks.

Presented from January 14, a new stage show “Dance the Globe!” officially starts before the
Tokyo DisneySea 25th anniversary. “Sparkling Jubilee” will take place from April 15, 2026 through March 31, 2027. Themed to dance and music styles from countries near and far, this show will be presented at Waterfront Park in American Waterfront.

The show features special appearances by characters from Tangled, Big Hero 6, and Encanto.

Additionally, from January 14 through March 19, 2026, the third installment of Disney Story
Beyond invites guests to immerse themselves deeper into the stories of the park with a tale set in the Palazzo Canals.

Tower of Terror will be transformed into Tower of Terror “Unlimited,” which offers even more thrills, from January 13 through March 31, 2026.

Special Ticket Prices Festive 2026 New Year’s display at Tokyo Disneyland’s entrance, with Cinderella Castle unique from other Disney Parks castles.

Also during this period, two limited-period tickets will be available. From January 13 through
March 13, 2026, the College Passport will be available exclusively to students attending universities and other types of schools.

Also, during this same time frame, all guests can purchase the 1-Day Park Hopper Passport once again.

See what else Tokyo Disney Resort has in store for the new year.

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Alice Kennedy