Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!

by | May 13, 2025 | Disney California Adventure Attractions, Disney California Adventure Park

Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! is a must-see afternoon parade for any Pixar fans. It first debuted in 2024 during Pixar Fest, and it’s returned for Disneyland Resort’s 70th celebration. Featuring a catchy song you won’t be able to forget and a whole host of characters – including the first parade appearance by characters from Turning Red and Luca – who come together to celebrate friendship.

Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! Fast Facts

  • Location: California Adventure parade route
  • Height Requirement: None
  • Attraction Length: About 25 minutes
  • Lightning Lane Multi Pass: No
  • Ride Type: Parade
  • Early Theme Park Entry Eligible: No
  • Extended Evening Hours Eligible: N/A
  • Ride Switch Available: No

Queue

There isn’t a traditional queue for Better Together since it’s a parade. Guests can grab a spot anywhere along the parade route – the Performance Corridor near The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure is the most popular, but there are also viewing areas along Buena Vista Street and in Hollywood Land.

Note that there are typically two showing of the parade each day it runs: one at 2:30 PM and one at 5:00 PM. Guests will usually begin queuing up (or grabbing seats along the parade route) about an hour to an hour and a half before the start time.

Accessibility 

Guests may remain in wheelchairs and ECVs during the parade. Ask a Cast Member if designated wheelchair viewing areas are available; they may be offered.

Sign Language interpretation may also available at specific showtimes. Check with Guest Relations to find out which scheduled showtimes will feature this accessibility option during your visit.

On-Ride Photo

There is no on-ride photo for this attraction.

Is Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! Kid-Friendly?

Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! is a parade that both kids and adults will adore. Featuring more than two dozen Pixar characters and appearances by characters who aren’t often spotted in the parks, it’s a chance to dance, celebrate friendship, and revisit beloved stories.

Best For: All ages, particularly kids and adults who love Pixar films like Toy Story, Turning Red, or Luca.

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Authored by
Heather Adams

Heather Adams, Disneyland Expert and Mom | A lifelong Disneyland enthusiast who's familiar with every square inch of the Anaheim theme parks, Heather has spent over 30 years becoming an expert in all things Disney. A Disney Adult turned Disney Mom, she's now quickly becoming a pro at taking her little one to the theme parks and familiarizing herself with navigating crowds with diaper bags, strollers, and plenty of baby gear. If you're planning a Disney vacation with kids under age 3, she's got all of the advice you need.