Disneyland turns 70: Here’s a look at “The Happiest Place on Earth” then and now

Disneyland is commemorating its 70th anniversary with summerlong festivities, including the debut of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life,” featuring an animatronic of its founder. The park, which opened on July 17, 1955, has transformed the amusement industry and remains a beloved destination, attracting over 17 million visitors in 2023.

Disneyland’s 70th Birthday Celebration

Disneyland is turning 70 years old and is having a big party with fun shows and parades to celebrate how it became a special place for families to have fun together.