The Walt Disney Company and Shanghai Shendi Group announced on Tuesday that Shanghai Disney Resort will stage an opening day ceremony on June 16.

Shanghai Disney Resort

Disney’s first destination resort in mainland China, located in the Pudong District of Shanghai, will feature classic properties and attractions tailored to the Chinese population.

Shanghai Disney Resort attractions

  • Shanghai Disneyland theme park with six themed lands built around the Enchanted Storybook Castle – Adventure Isle, Gardens of Imagination, Mickey Avenue, Tomorrowland, Treasure Cove and Fantasyland;
  • Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel;
  • Disneytown shopping, dining and entertainment district featuring the World Of Disney Store and the Walt Disney Grand Theatre, home to the first Mandarin production of The Lion King; and
  • Recreational area Wishing Star Park with gardens,  walking path and glittering lake set in 40 hectares of grounds.

“When it opens in June, Shanghai Disney resort will be a one-of-a-kind, world-class destination that is authentically Disney and distinctly Chinese,” said Disney CEO Bob Iger.

“The resort reflects Disney’s legendary storytelling along with China’s rich culture, and showcases some of the most creative and innovative experiences we’ve ever created. We’re looking forward to showing it to the world and sharing it with the people of China for generations to come.”