Disneyland's New Orleans Square at Christmas

Disneyland’s New Orleans Square at Christmas

New Orleans Square is the first area to start getting Christmas decorations every year. It starts mid-September with the Nightmare Before Christmas overlay of the Haunted Mansion.

The Haunted Mansion Holiday Overlay is not just on the inside it is outside as well with Jack Skellington scare crows, Jack-O-Lanterns, Christmas lights and Sandy Claws Naught/Nice list hanging off the roof.

When the overlay happens to the Haunted Mansion a mix of Halloween and Christmas decor starts to show up around the area. Black garland with sculls are placed above the entrances of some of the restaurants’ such as the French Market Café.

In early November the regular Christmas décor starts to show up on 2^nd story ‘apartment’ balconies on the side street and in the big trees next to the restaurants. By the time it is all done in mid-November the area is awash with vibrant colors. Mardi Gras beads hang over the balcony railings along with Christmas lights.

This is one area I must stop and see during Christmas. It is both colorful and whimsical.  There are also several romantic spots to just sit and listen to the music or just watch people.

Mardi Gras at Disneyland!

Mardi Gras at Disneyland!!

Mardi Gras is celebrated at Disneyland! The fun of Mardi Gras comes to New Orleans Square during the Mardi Gras time.

When New Orleans Square was opened the Mayor of New Orleans came to the park for the festivities. His comment was to the effect, “This looks just like New Orleans except it is cleaner.” Disneyland has keep that attachment to New Orleans up.

The sights, sounds and foods of Mardi Gras hit New Orleans Square with an explosion of sensory delight. Everywhere you look there are beads and masks on display. Bands play jazz and there are several shows that are a joy to see, the traditional Mardi Gras band and the Tiana Mardi Gras Bash come dancing and singing into the square. Check out the Tiana celebration.

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The smells of the foods being served in the various restaurants of New Orleans are scintillating! Each restaurant has a different set of Mardi Gras themed foods to serve! You can find everything from Gumbo to Po Boys. Whatever you want you can find it in New Orleans.

Mickey, Minie and Goofy are dressed up for Mardi Gras and come out to meet and greet the guests. So you can enjoy a few moments with your favorite character.