Shanghai Disney gets into Chinese New Year mood

Shanghai Disneyland will celebrate the Year of the Pig with a number of special treatments. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Shanghai Disney Resort is ready to usher in an auspicious Year of the Pig with a number of special treatments by celebrating Chinese traditions with Disney elements.

Throughout the Chinese New Year period – from Jan 19 to Feb 19 – the resort will have offerings and activities that will celebrate Chinese customs and create fun new memories for families and friends of all ages, the resort said on Tuesday.

These special treatments include new seasonal entertainment such as a Chinese New Year 2019 fireworks show, exclusive new merchandise, special festival food and beverage delights.

On Feb 4 and 5, Shanghai Disney Resort will host special reunion dinners. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The park and the resort will be decked out in festive decor to create an enchanting New Year atmosphere for guests, complete with vibrant Mickey lanterns, Chinese couplets, floral garlands, peach flowers and paper decorations.

Meanwhile, shades of red and gold will be seen throughout the park and the resort, with Chinese New Year melodies completing the immersive New Year experience.

For the first time ever on Feb 4 and 5, Shanghai Disney Resort will host special reunion dinners – a longstanding tradition in Chinese culture – in the Cinderella Ballroom at the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, delivering a signature experience for families and friends.