What to Do at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival has returned to Disneyland Resort, celebrating the best in Cali cuisine through April 27th. During this limited-time festival, the Golden State’s cultural influences are on full display through specialty food and beverage items. This year’s Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival features eight marketplaces showcasing new creations and fan favorites.

Fresh Menu Items

2026’s menu offers 80+ food and beverage items at Disney California Adventure Park. The festival features new selections such as: 

  • Carbonara pizzetta, served with white sauce, Nueske’s® applewood smoked bacon and black pepper drizzle (from LA Style)
  • Chicharrón nachos  topped with chorizo, cheese sauce, tomatoes and salsa verde (from California Craft Brews)
  • Ramen mac & cheese, served with furikake crumble, fish cakes, green onions and chile crunch (from Peppers Cali-Ente)
  • Pork chile verde chalupas with shredded lettuce, pico de gallo and queso fresco. Served with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with queso fresco. (from Paradise Garden Grill)
  • Pandan latte churro: classic churro rolled in coffee sugar, topped with pandan whipped cream and toasted coconut shavings. (from Terran Treats)
Photo Courtesy of Disneyland Resort

Special Passes & Programming

Guests looking to try many festival menu items can save money by purchasing a Sip and Savor Pass, available as a four-coupon or eight-coupon option. Each coupon is redeemable for select food and non-alcoholic beverage options at the festival’s marketplaces and participating dining locations at Disney California Adventure Park. The Sip and Savor Pass can be used over multiple visits to the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival and is shareable between friends and family. 

For an elevated experience, Disneyland Resort guests can book special beverage education seminars at Sonoma Terrace for a separate fee. These classes include wine tastings, mixology education and cocktail-making. 

Limited-Time Experiences & Live Entertainment

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival dishes pair perfectly with a variety of entertainment experiences, including: 

  • Soarin’ Over California, the aerial adventure that showcases the state’s beautiful landscapes 
  • Band performances at the Paradise Gardens Bandstand and daily entertainment, like “Cookin’ with the Jammin’ Chefs” and ““Confection Purrfection with the SuperKitties,” inspired by the Disney Jr. Series
  • Celebrity chefs Jet Tila, Wing Lam, Duff Goldman and Disneyland Resort chefs leading culinary demonstrations at the Hollywood Backlot Stage on Saturdays/Sundays during the festival 
  • Special festival merch including apparel, home decor and trading pins at Festival Gifts, Elias & Co. and studio Store at Disney California Adventure Park and Acorns Gifts & Goods at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. 

For more information, visit https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/disney-california-adventure/food-and-wine-festival/.

Latest

Creed Sets Sail in Style: Inside Day 1 of the Summer of ‘99 & Beyond Cruise 2026

The Summer of ‘99 and Beyond Cruise 2026 officially...

A Giant Step Forward: NASA Rolls Out Artemis III Rocket Stage in New Orleans

Something massive moved through New Orleans this week—and it wasn’t a...

Don't miss

Creed Sets Sail in Style: Inside Day 1 of the Summer of ‘99 & Beyond Cruise 2026

The Summer of ‘99 and Beyond Cruise 2026 officially...

A Giant Step Forward: NASA Rolls Out Artemis III Rocket Stage in New Orleans

Something massive moved through New Orleans this week—and it wasn’t a...

The Diplomat Beach Resort Opens 21+ Oceanfront Pool & Lounge

Adult-only visitors can now enjoy The Diplomat Beach Resort’s...

Great Stirrup Cay to Music Taking Center Stage: Day 3 Builds to Creed’s Unforgettable Finale on Summer of ’99

Day 3 of the Summer of ’99 and Beyond Cruise delivered the perfect blend of tropical escape and powerful live music, proving once again...

At Sea With the Soundtrack of a Generation: Inside Day 2 of Creed’s Summer of ’99 Cruise

A Day at Sea, A World of Access Day 2 aboard the Summer of ’99 and Beyond Cruise proved that life at sea isn’t just...

Creed Sets Sail in Style: Inside Day 1 of the Summer of ‘99 & Beyond Cruise 2026

The Summer of ‘99 and Beyond Cruise 2026 officially set sail last Friday from the Port of Miami, launching four days of sun-soaked nostalgia and...