Disneyland Resort relies heavily on California visitors to offset a decline in international tourism, with over 50% of its audience from the state. Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles TimesDisneyland Resort's high percentage of California visitors has helped mitigate a dip in international tourists, an executive said Thursday. Walt Disney Co. had previously indicated a slowdown in international visitation at its U.S. theme parks in its fiscal first quarter earnings call earlier this month. Because of the large number of California visitors, the company recently expanded its traditional deal for Southern California locals to all residents of the Golden State. To that end, Disneyland Resort will open an immersive theater experience called "Bluey's Best Day Ever!"

Source: Los Angeles Times February 24, 2026 19:31 UTC