Key Takeaways
- Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District will see Avengers Reserve and D-Lander opening on December 6, 2024.
- A revamped Marceline’s Confectionery will become Disney Wonderful World of Sweets in winter 2024.
- New Parkside Market, Porto’s Bakery, and Joe Isidori restaurants are coming soon as well.
Disneyland thrilled fans with news that even more shopping, dining, and fun are on the way to Downtown Disney District, with openings slated for late 2024. With construction moving forward, Disneyland Resort has now revealed the opening dates for some of these highly anticipated shops and more.
Earlier this year, Disneyland Resort announced exciting new shopping and dining experiences set to enhance the vibrant evolution of Downtown Disney District, which includes Avengers Reserve, a dedicated shop for Marvel fans, and D-Lander Shop, showcasing trendy collections. In addition, Marceline’s Confectionery will be reimagined as Disney Wonderful World of Sweets. For the time being, guests can satisfy their sweet tooth by indulging in this year’s Disneyland holiday treats.
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Avengers Reserve will open on December 6, 2024. Fans will be greeted by a striking 9-foot Hulk sculpture smashing through the wall, while Spider-Man scales the rooftop.
D-Lander Shop will also open on December 6 and offer a bright, modern space with bold, eye-catching artwork. But that’s not all, because later this winter, Disney Wonderful World of Sweets will debut, delighting visitors with a tempting array of new confectionery treats.
Disneyland Announces Several Opening Dates for New Shops and Restaurants
- Avengers Reserve: Opening December 6, 2024
- D-Lander: Opening December 6, 2024
- Disney Wonderful World of Sweets: Winter 2024 (Exact date TBD)
- Parkside Market: TBD
- Porto’s Bakery and Café: TBD
- Joe Isidor Steakhouse and BBQ Restaurant: TBD
Although exact opening dates for all the retail shops and restaurants haven’t been announced, Disneyland has shared a timeline for Parkside Market, which is expected to debut this winter on the west end of Downtown Disney District. Parkside Market will feature four distinct dining options under one roof. Disney also unveiled a first look at a unique, first-of-its-kind concept for Porto’s Bakery and Café. Fans of Porto’s will be able to pick up their beloved Cheese Rolls, Potato Balls, and other treats from the bakery and café.
Additionally, while official opening dates are still under wraps, Disneyland has shared more details about two upcoming eateries from Michelin-starred chef Joe Isidori: a steakhouse and a BBQ restaurant. The full-service steakhouse will feature a warm, sophisticated atmosphere, with a menu offering various cuts of beef, fresh seafood, and more. The adjacent BBQ spot will bring a unique twist to quick-service dining, serving classic barbecue favorites like pulled pork, beef brisket, and smoked wings infused with special spices and house-made sauces. Before visiting Downtown Disney to explore the newly opened shops and restaurants, fans may want to review the Disneyland Resort parking options in advance.
Disneyland also shared an update on The LEGO Store, which will soon reopen with refreshed interior spaces. The Master Builders are set to begin work on exciting new LEGO sculptures for the exterior. As always, The LEGO Store promises a world of boundless imagination for all ages, including with its Nightmare Before Christmas set.
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