Get ready for an autumn like no other at Shanghai Disney Resort! As the weather cools, the resort transforms into a wonderland, bringing a rich season of immersive experiences, celebrations, and holidays. We’re talking about brand-new adventures with Duffy and Friends, a big anniversary for LinaBell, and an extended Halloween celebration. Plus, the Mid-Autumn Festival and Golden Week offer even more chances to create special memories!

Embark on a new voyage with Duffy and Friends this September!

Inspired by the beloved stories of Duffy and Friends, Shanghai Disney Resort’s 10th Birthday Special Duffy Month invites everyone to ‘board’ the FriendSHIP and set sail for a whole month of new adventures, running from September 1 to 30, 2026.

Step into the park and discover a unique collaboration! Familiar Chinese animation elements now feature Duffy and Friends, thanks to a partnership with the renowned Shanghai Animation Film Studio – known as the birthplace of Chinese original animation. This collaboration extends beyond entertainment, with charming keepsakes and memorable dining experiences throughout the resort. They’re even releasing an original animated short video where Duffy and Friends embark on a heartwarming adventure, inspired by stories Chinese families have loved for generations.

During Duffy Month, the resort will sparkle with new decorations inspired by this short video. Expect to see elements like peaches, gourds, and goldfish adorning social walls and photo spots. Duffy and Friends’ soft, signature hues will flow across banners and ribbons, creating the perfect backdrop to meet your favorite characters.

And, of course, Duffy and Friends will sport new outfits! These are sprinkled with auspicious motifs from the collaboration’s artwork. Duffy wears peach blossoms, Gelatoni has lotus flowers and goldfish, ‘Olu Mel features gourds, ShellieMay shows swallows and peach blossoms, and StellaLou shines with moon embroidery and lake-wave patterns. CookieAnn’s outfit includes peach blossoms, while LinaBell’s features peach-inspired embroidery and butterfly-wing details.

This year’s Duffy Month takes the fun even further with all-new immersive experiences during Duffy Month Pajama Party Nights! From September 19-20 and September 26-29, you can join Duffy and Friends for adorable evening adventures. It starts with the Duffy and Friends’ Pajama Party at the Pepsi E-Stage, where the friends, in their brand-new pajamas, share stories and even start a playful pillow fight!

The fun continues with a Duffy-themed castle projection show, Duffy and Friends’ Special Celebration. Kicking off with the signature Duffy Month track, “Let’s Get Together,” the show brings the characters’ portraits to life with magical projections, taking guests through the changing seasons. As Duffy and Friends gather under a starry sky, colorful fireworks light up the night, bringing this celebration of friendship to a magical close.

The resort constantly brings fresh experiences, and a brand-new show, A Voyage with Duffy and Friends, debuts on the Enchanted Storybook Castle stage. Filled with Disney storytelling and creativity, this show features an original Duffy Month theme song and an exciting new adventure. You’ll join the seven friends on an enchanting journey as they use their special talents to return a mysterious crystal home across the water.

Alongside this new adventure, a cherished Duffy Month highlight returns: the Shanghai Huju Opera rendition. Starting September 5 and continuing every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month, you can enjoy this performance crafted in collaboration with the Shanghai Huju Opera Theatre for the third consecutive year. This partnership blends Disney’s world-class storytelling with Shanghai’s intangible cultural heritage, celebrating the city’s unique spirit through a newly arranged Huju Opera melody. Performed by young Huju actors, the “Shanghai Ballad” shares generations of Shanghai stories, offering a unique cultural experience during Duffy Month.

Throughout Duffy Month, indulge in a delightful selection of peach-themed desserts, seasonal beverages in elegant cups, a take-home set of CookieAnn’s Made-With-Love Pastry, and other Duffy-inspired dining experiences. Duffy and Friends Celebration Hall updates its menu with playful delights like ‘Olu Mel’s Island Melody Coconut Shrimp Rice and StellaLou’s Seafood Ribbon Noodles. CookieAnn Bakery Café offers tempting new takes on favorites—like Passionfruit and Pineapple New York Rolls and White Chocolate Cream Cake—plus new creations such as Mango Pomelo and Sago Croffle.

You can also take home a piece of the celebration with two new collections. The Duffy and Friends Little Voyage Collection features adorable accessories, plushes, and keychains with Chinese-style motifs, along with festive mooncakes and lifestyle items. Look out for a special teacup crafted in collaboration with artisans from Jingdezhen, China’s “porcelain capital,” a meaningful keepsake blending traditional craftsmanship with Disney storytelling. Meanwhile, the Duffy and Friends Pajama Party Collection offers cozy apparel and headwear perfect for a lounge-worthy pajama party look.

At Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, discover a delightful array of recreational activities, all themed to Duffy and Friends. From heartwarming bedtime storytelling and hands-on DIY workshops to lively interaction games in the lobby and enchanting hotel tours full of surprises, every moment becomes an adventure brimming with friendship and imagination.

LinaBell celebrates 5 years at Shanghai Disney Resort!

It’s not just Shanghai Disney Resort celebrating a big anniversary this year! Everyone is invited to join a full week of festivities from September 23 to 29, honoring one of Duffy’s most adventurous friends—LinaBell—as she celebrates five years of bringing curiosity, exploration, and joy to the park. Throughout the week, you can wish LinaBell a happy anniversary as she makes special appearances at the entry portal with her friends and join the fun during the pre-parade as she commemorates this big milestone.

Since her global debut at Shanghai Disney Resort on September 29, 2021, LinaBell has captured hearts with her inquisitive spirit, boundless curiosity, and confident personality. Through her unique charm and love for discovery, she inspires guests of all ages to embrace imagination, explore new possibilities, and share the magic of friendship.

Halloween gets a Magic+ twist with upgraded entertainment!

Step into an eerie wonderland where festive bunting and charming jack-o’-lanterns, inspired by Disney characters, blend with the magic of the 10th Birthday Celebration. This year’s Halloween continues the fun-for-all spirit with even more “With You, It’s Magic+” moments. You’re invited to the annual spooky gathering to celebrate all your favorite characters, unleash your creativity, and show off your most wickedly fun looks!

Starting with an extra daytime edition of Donald’s Halloween Treat Cavalcade, a bubbling cauldron of Halloween entertainment awaits everyone who ventures into the resort. With Disney Villains taking the spotlight, guests in their most creative Halloween looks might even be chosen to follow Donald Duck and Daisy Duck’s lead through the cavalcade, while new festive moves invite everyone to dance along. You can also look forward to more wicked entertainment as Disney Villains cast their spells through immersive experiences, bringing you face-to-face with your favorite fiendish characters across the park.

Making his debut this autumn is Peg-Leg Pete, joining the Halloween lineup as an evil king ready to add more mischief to the season. You’re also invited to flaunt your Halloween transformations with Mickey and Friends, who are sporting a steampunk-style look, while Duffy and Friends reimagine themselves as a whimsical bard troupe.

The Halloween spirit continues in the Zootopia-themed land, where you’re invited to join the annual Howl-o-ween celebration alongside Judy, Nick, and all Zootopia residents. From 10-minute Mark Howling sessions every day to Blue Howling Drinks, the entire land comes alive with Halloween excitement, inviting guests of all Halloween faces and places for a howling “With You, It’s Magic+” moment.

An extra boo-tiful 10 Spook-tacular Days for more magical memories!

Marking the resort’s 10th Birthday in spook-tacular style, Shanghai Disney Resort’s Spook-tacular Days expands to ten days of frightful fun from October 16-18, October 23-25, and October 29 to November 1. You can dance through five festive Party Zones, discover surprise encounters in the Alice in Wonderland Maze, join Donald’s Halloween Treat Party at Festival Forest, collect treats across the resort, and gather in front of the Enchanted Storybook Castle for the highly anticipated Disney Villains Castle Celebration, where the season’s most wicked festivities come to life.

Throughout Halloween, savor seasonal flavors with a tempting lineup of treats and dining experiences across the resort, including dark delights, Halloween-themed set menus, and festive buffets. Beyond the table, discover four all-new Halloween merchandise collections inspired by Mickey and Friends, Duffy and Friends, Winnie the Pooh and Friends, and Zootopia. From glow-in-the-dark apparel and pumpkin-inspired items to cozy autumn wear and collectible plush, there’s something for every Halloween enthusiast.

Beyond the park, the spooky fun extends into Disneytown, where you can join the trick-or-treat trail on the Disneytown Halloween Tour, browse the Halloween Market for festive finds, and create picture-perfect moments with the whole family.

Gather together for a golden season of celebrations!

As autumn unfolds in golden hues, the Mid-Autumn Festival offers a cherished time for family reunions, while the Golden Week holidays create even more opportunities to gather with loved ones. You are invited to enjoy these holidays and create magical memories together while joining the 10th Birthday Celebration at Shanghai Disney Resort. Adding to the festivities, guests visiting during the Golden Week holidays can look forward to a special castle projection featuring fireworks after the iconic nighttime spectacular ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration, from October 1 to 3.

To make the most of these holidays and the blissful autumn weather, consider a stay at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel or Toy Story Hotel, or take advantage of seasonal ticket offers to experience all that Duffy Month and Halloween offer.

• The Disney Dream Vacation – Duffy and Friends Package includes an overnight stay at Shanghai Disneyland Hotel with LinaBell-themed decoration, breakfast and dinner, two park tickets, and in-park food and beverage coupons.
• The One-Day Ticket with Free Flavored Beverage and Gift Pack includes a one-day dated park ticket, food and beverage offerings, and a Duffy-themed giveaway.

Whether you’re celebrating with Duffy and Friends on a new adventure, enjoying ten Spook-tacular Days of Halloween fun, or gathering with friends and family during these holidays, autumn at Shanghai Disney Resort will be brimming with unique offerings and experiences that continue to enrich this year’s 10th Birthday Celebration.