Summer 2025 at Shanghai Disney Resort: Stitch, Pixar, Tinker Bell, and New Character Looks

Shanghai Disney Resort's summer 2025 season launches with all-new character outfits for Mickey and Friends and Duffy and Friends, alongside Stitch's takeover of Tomorrowland starting June 26 and the debut of the Pixar Adventurous Journey walkthrough exhibition on June 27. Tinker Bell makes her grand debut at the resort on June 16 to celebrate the park's ninth anniversary, while the new Junior Explorers Camp opens at Adventure Isle with three Pixar-themed zones. Water-themed shows, summer food and beverages, and three new merchandise collections round out an expansive warm-weather lineup.

Shanghai Disney Resort launches its summer 2025 season with a packed lineup of new experiences spanning character debuts, immersive exhibitions, water shows, and seasonal dining. Tinker Bell makes her grand resort debut on June 16 to mark the park's ninth anniversary, while the Pixar Adventurous Journey walkthrough exhibition opens in Tomorrowland on June 27. Stitch crashes Tomorrowland starting June 26, and the newly transformed Junior Explorers Camp at Adventure Isle provides a Pixar-themed play space for young guests.

All-New Summer Character Looks

Mickey and Friends embrace summer at Shanghai Disney Resort in all-new tropical fruit-inspired outfits. Mickey Mouse pairs a bucket hat with flamingo sunglasses and an eye-catching polka-dot shirt, while Minnie Mouse wears a sun hat and a checkered dress with cherries. The full crew sports trendy hats and chic sunglasses throughout the season.

Duffy and Friends debut equally charming voyage-inspired outfits for summer: Duffy wears a sailor suit with an adorable whale vest, while each friend dresses in outfits inspired by sea creatures. ShellieMay handcrafted her own shell and starfish accessories, StellaLou arrives dressed as a mermaid, and LinaBell rocks an adorable octopus skirt.

Pixar Adventurous Journey Opens in Tomorrowland

Starting June 27, Pixar Adventurous Journey debuts in Tomorrowland as an all-new walkthrough exhibition blending innovative Disney storytelling with interactive elements across seven designed worlds. The exhibition draws from beloved Pixar Animation Studios films: Inside Out, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, Turning Red, Coco, Up, and Soul.

Guests may encounter beloved Pixar characters throughout the exhibition, including Joy and Sadness, Red Panda Mei, Sulley, Carl Fredricksen, Bing Bong, Edna "E" Mode, and more.

Dining at Stargazer Grill-Pixar Celebration offers themed eats to match: a Flamin' Mad Burger inspired by Inside Out, Bouncy Bites Noodles inspired by Turning Red, and an Eye-scream Melon Swirl transporting guests into the world of Monsters, Inc.

Stitch Crashes Landing in Tomorrowland

Starting June 26, Stitch takes over Tomorrowland with the opening of Stitch Space Base — a photo area blending Stitch's chaos and charm. Stitch, Lilo, and Angel join Galaxy Gathering, while themed shopping and dining arrive at Intergalactic Imports and Star Trail Snacks. Later in the fall, an all-new interactive game zone called Galaxy Play Lab will open in Tomorrowland for ongoing Stitch-themed fun.

Tinker Bell Makes Her Shanghai Debut

Celebrating Shanghai Disney Resort's ninth anniversary, Tinker Bell makes her grand debut at the resort on June 16. For a limited time during the summer season, guests can encounter the iconic fairy in Fantasyland.

Water Shows and Summer Entertainment

Multiple water-themed shows offer refreshing fun throughout the summer. "Disney Duffy's Splashing Pre-Parade" sets the summer mood, while "'Summer Blast' Castle Show" brings splashing fun starting July 2. Additional programming includes "Ralph Breaks the Dance Floor Summer Party," "Backyard Splash Around," "Disney Explorer Band," and summer editions of "The JAMMitors and Swabbie Fight." The music-themed "The Rhythm of Adventure" at Storehouse Stage runs from June 20 to August 24. Cooling zones, kids-care facilities, and AC tents are available throughout the resort.

Junior Explorers Camp Opens at Adventure Isle

On June 16, Junior Explorers Camp opens at Adventure Isle, replacing the former Excavation Site at Camp Discover. The adventurous play area is themed across three distinct natural environment zones: the ocean world of Finding Nemo, the cloud-high adventures of Up, and the wild savanna of The Lion King.

Summer Food and Merchandise

The summer food lineup includes fruit-inspired pastries at CookieAnn Bakery, Spiral Snack's Pineapple Shaved Ice at Snackin' Kraken, a Disney LinaBell Souvenir Cup, and a Mickey Mouse-themed sipper. Three new merchandise collections launch for summer: the 2025 Mickey and Friends Summer Vibes Collection, the 2025 Summer Duffy and Friends Ocean Party Collection, and the 2025 Stitch and Angel Tropical Beach Collection.

What This Means for Summer 2025 Visitors

Summer 2025 at Shanghai Disney Resort stacks multiple debut experiences across different corners of the park, making it one of the most content-rich seasons in recent memory. Guests arriving in late June get the fullest lineup: the Tinker Bell meet, Pixar Adventurous Journey, Stitch Space Base, and Junior Explorers Camp all go live between June 16 and June 27. Planning details and tickets are available at shanghaidisneyresort.com.