Disneyland marks the anniversary date of the park’s 1955 opening on July 17 followed by a celebration that runs through summer 2026.

For the first time since Walt Disney’s death in 1966, guests at Disneyland can get a remarkably lifelike glimpse of the man who started the first animation studios in California.

Disneyland opened its gates on July 17, 1955, in Anaheim, California. The park was built on 160 acres of former orange groves at a cost of $17 million.

Though Disney California Adventure is not turning 70 today, it still has a commemorative guidemap for the Disneyland Resort 70th anniversary.

Disneyland is offering its Anaheim neighbors a special ticket deal in celebration of its 70th anniversary. For a limited time, Anaheim residents can purchase a 1-day, 1-park ticket for Disneyland

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.

Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Co., is marking park’s 70th anniversary by reflecting on the original vision of Disneyland's founder, Walt Disney.