Pixar Pier is a Pixar-themed area at Disney California Adventure, which replaced half of Paradise Pier.[1][2]
History[]
On June 23, 2018, part of Paradise Pier would reopen as Pixar Pier, inspired by films from Pixar Animation Studios. California Screamin' became the Incredicoaster, Mickey's Fun Wheel opened as the Pixar Pal-A-Round, with Pixar characters on its gondolas. The Luxo Jr. animatronic was installed on the top of Pixar Pier's marquee, four months later, in October. Jessie's Critter Carousel opened in 2019 taking the place of King Triton's carousel. The Maliboomer closed in 2010 and was unused garden space until it was replaced by the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind attraction in 2019.
Pixar Pier opened during the limited-time Pixar Fest celebration, which began April 13, 2018. The celebration included the new “Together Forever: A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” fireworks as well as the return of Pixar Play Parade and “Paint the Night” parade, and more. Here’s the official description:
"When Pixar Pier opens along the southern shore of Paradise Bay, with newly themed attractions, foods and merchandise throughout. This new, permanent land in the area that is now Paradise Pier will introduce four new neighborhoods representing beloved Disney·Pixar stories."
The four neighborhoods are themed around three Pixar movies: The Incredibles, Toy Story, and Inside Out. A fourth section will “be a celebration of many of your favorite Pixar stories”.
Attractions and entertainment[]
- Games of Pixar Pier (Opened 2001 as Games of Paradise Pier, rethemed 2018)
- Incredicoaster (Opened 2001 as California Screamin, rethemed 2018)
- Jessie's Critter Carousel (opened 2001 as King Triton's Carousel of the Sea, rethemed 2018)
- Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind (replacing Maliboomer and reusing infrastructure of Flik's Flyers and Blowfish Balloon Race) (2019-)
- Pixar Pal-A-Round (Opened 2001 as Sun Wheel, rethemed 2009 as Mickey's Funwheel, rethemed 2018)
- Toy Story Midway Mania! (2008-)
- Operation: Playtime! - featuring the Green Army Men (2021-)
Restaurants[]
- Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats
- Angry Dogs
- Jack Jack's Cookie Num Nums
- Lamplight Lounge
- Popcorn at Pixar Pier
- Poultry Palace
- Señor Buzz Churros
Shops[]
- Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff
- Knick's Knacks
- Midway Mercantile
Gallery[]
