{"id":38416,"date":"2026-01-01T06:00:30","date_gmt":"2026-01-01T10:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?page_id=38416"},"modified":"2026-01-18T16:41:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T20:41:40","slug":"pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entry-meta\"><time class=\"entry-time\">1 January 2026<\/time> by <span class=\"entry-author\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/steve-bell-founder-and-editor-in-chief-military-disney-tips\/\" class=\"entry-author-link\" rel=\"author\"><span class=\"entry-author-name\">Steve Bell<\/span><\/a><\/span>  <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Step_right_up_to_Pixar_Pier_a_colorful_reimagining_of_the_parks_former_Paradise_Pier_Here_beloved_Pixar_films_take_center_stage_along_a_whimsical_seaside_boardwalk_filled_with_family-friendly_attractions_themed_dining_and_nostalgic_carnival_energy\" >Step right up to Pixar Pier, a colorful reimagining of the park\u2019s former Paradise Pier. Here, beloved Pixar films take center stage along a whimsical seaside boardwalk filled with family-friendly attractions, themed dining, and nostalgic carnival energy.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Attractions\" >Attractions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Dining\" >Dining<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Shopping\" >Shopping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Ambiance_History\" >Ambiance &amp; History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Wrap-Up\" >Wrap-Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/pixar-pier-at-disney-california-adventure\/#Disney_California_Adventure_Layout\" >Disney California Adventure Layout<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_right_up_to_Pixar_Pier_a_colorful_reimagining_of_the_parks_former_Paradise_Pier_Here_beloved_Pixar_films_take_center_stage_along_a_whimsical_seaside_boardwalk_filled_with_family-friendly_attractions_themed_dining_and_nostalgic_carnival_energy\"><\/span>Step right up to Pixar Pier, a colorful reimagining of the park\u2019s former Paradise Pier. Here, beloved Pixar films take center stage along a whimsical seaside boardwalk filled with family-friendly attractions, themed dining, and nostalgic carnival energy.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pixar-Pier-Lamplight-Lounge.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38203\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pixar-Pier-Lamplight-Lounge.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pixar-Pier-Lamplight-Lounge.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pixar-Pier-Lamplight-Lounge-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pixar-Pier-Lamplight-Lounge-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>From the iconic <em>Incredicoaster<\/em> to <em>Toy Story Midway Mania<\/em>, this land celebrates friendship, fun, and adventure\u2014Pixar style.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attractions\"><\/span>Attractions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Incredicoaster.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Incredicoaster.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Incredicoaster.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Incredicoaster-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Incredicoaster-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Incredicoaster (H48) (LL Multi)<\/strong> \u2013 The land\u2019s centerpiece attraction takes you on a high-speed race to catch Jack-Jack as the Parr family unleashes their superpowers. This reimagined roller coaster goes from 0 to 55 mph in under five seconds and includes drops, tunnels, and a full inversion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toy Story Midway Mania! (LL Multi)<\/strong> \u2013 A 4D ride that combines screen-based gameplay with classic midway challenges. Compete for the highest score by tossing virtual rings, darts, and baseballs at moving targets in Toy Story\u2013themed mini-games.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pixar Pal-A-Round<\/strong> \u2013 The towering Ferris wheel offers two experiences: stationary gondolas or swinging cars that slide along inner rails for a thrill. Each cabin features a different Pixar character, offering beautiful (and occasionally dizzying) views of the park.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind<\/strong> \u2013 A gentle spinning balloon ride themed around the emotions from <em>Inside Out<\/em>. A great option for younger guests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jessie\u2019s Critter Carousel<\/strong> \u2013 Hop on for a rootin\u2019 tootin\u2019 spin with Jessie and her adorable woodland friends in this Toy Story\u2013inspired carousel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Games of Pixar Pier<\/strong> \u2013 Classic midway games re-themed around Pixar favorites like <em>Wall-E<\/em>, <em>La Luna<\/em>, and <em>Bullseye<\/em>. Each game costs extra to play, and winners can take home plush prizes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Jessies-Critter-Carousel.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Jessies-Critter-Carousel.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Jessies-Critter-Carousel.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Jessies-Critter-Carousel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Jessies-Critter-Carousel-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>At night, the pier lights up with twinkling bulbs and reflections shimmering over Paradise Bay\u2014a perfect backdrop for photos or a stroll after dark.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dining\"><\/span>Dining<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Disney-California-Adventure-Lamplight-Lounge.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-38202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Disney-California-Adventure-Lamplight-Lounge.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Disney-California-Adventure-Lamplight-Lounge.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Disney-California-Adventure-Lamplight-Lounge-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Disney-California-Adventure-Lamplight-Lounge-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lamplight Lounge (L, D, $$)<\/strong> \u2013 Table Service. Pixar-themed gastropub serving creative dishes and cocktails. Upstairs, enjoy small plates like lobster nachos and carne asada rolls; downstairs, a sit-down dining room offers full entr\u00e9es such as burgers, salads, and salmon PLTs. Reservations highly recommended.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats (S, $)<\/strong> \u2013 Soft serve and frozen parfaits inspired by <em>Monsters, Inc.<\/em> Try the lemon-flavored \u201cIt\u2019s Snow-Capped!\u201d cone.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Angry Dogs (S, $)<\/strong> \u2013 Hot dogs with varying levels of spice to match <em>Inside Out<\/em>\u2019s Anger character.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums (S, $)<\/strong> \u2013 Fresh-baked cookies (especially the warm chocolate chip version) served right by the Incredicoaster exit.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poultry Palace (S, $)<\/strong> \u2013 Grab-and-go turkey legs, chicken drumsticks, and corn on the cob.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Se\u00f1or Buzz Churros (S, $)<\/strong> \u2013 Colorful churros with themed sugar coatings and fun signage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Poultry-Palace.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Poultry-Palace.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Poultry-Palace.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Poultry-Palace-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Poultry-Palace-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shopping\"><\/span>Shopping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Bing-Bongs-Sweet-Stuff.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Bing-Bongs-Sweet-Stuff.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Bing-Bongs-Sweet-Stuff.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Bing-Bongs-Sweet-Stuff-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DCA-Pixar-Pier-Bing-Bongs-Sweet-Stuff-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Knick\u2019s Knacks<\/strong> \u2013 The main shop on the pier, offering Pixar apparel, collectibles, and art prints. Look for concept sketches and unique artwork from Pixar films.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Midway Mercantile<\/strong> \u2013 Located near <em>Toy Story Midway Mania<\/em>, this store features Toy Story and Incredibles merchandise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Incredibles Park Characters Spot<\/strong> \u2013 A small kiosk with Incredibles- and Edna Mode\u2013themed souvenirs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bing Bong&#8217;s Sweet Stuff\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Everything sweet! Candy, pastries, and souvenirs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ambiance_History\"><\/span>Ambiance &amp; History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign.jpg\" alt=\"Disneyland Paradise Pier Becomes Pixar Pier\" width=\"1000\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign-600x305.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Disneyland-Paradise-Pier-Sign-540x274.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pixar Pier<\/strong> officially opened on <strong>June 23, 2018<\/strong>, replacing <strong>Paradise Pier<\/strong>, which dated back to Disney California Adventure\u2019s opening in 2001. The transformation took the classic boardwalk aesthetic and infused it with the charm and humor of Pixar storytelling.<\/p>\n<p>Where Paradise Pier once paid tribute to early 20th-century amusement parks, Pixar Pier now brings emotional depth and character-driven design. The pier is divided into themed neighborhoods\u2014<em>Incredibles Park<\/em>, <em>Toy Story Boardwalk<\/em>, <em>Pixar Promenade<\/em>, and <em>Inside Out Headquarters<\/em>\u2014each celebrating a different Pixar franchise.<\/p>\n<p>The land\u2019s giant <em>Luxo Ball<\/em> and <em>Pixar Pier<\/em> marquee instantly set the tone, while details like character banners, film quotes, and playful background music keep the energy high. It\u2019s both nostalgic and modern, capturing the timeless joy that Pixar is known for.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrap-Up\"><\/span>Wrap-Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disney_California_Adventure_Layout\"><\/span>Disney California Adventure Layout<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Layout-Pixar-Pier.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Layout-Pixar-Pier.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Layout-Pixar-Pier.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Layout-Pixar-Pier-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Layout-Pixar-Pier-768x652.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Pixar Pier wraps along Paradise Bay and is one of the park\u2019s key \u201cwaterfront\u201d lands. Many guests enter Pixar Pier by crossing a bridge from the central walkway areas.<\/p>\n<p>Pixar Pier is connected to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/san-fransokyo-square-at-disney-california-adventure\/\">San Fransokyo Square<\/a> along the Paradise Bay waterfront route<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/paradise-gardens-park-at-disney-california-adventure\/\">Paradise Gardens Park<\/a> as you continue around the bay toward World of Color viewing areas<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland-theme-parks\/disneys-california-adventure-park\/grizzly-peak-at-disney-california-adventure\/\">Grizzly Peak<\/a> via the bridge paths that link the bay areas back to the park\u2019s \u201cnatural\u201d side<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Adventure-is-out-there.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39619\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Adventure-is-out-there.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Adventure-is-out-there.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Adventure-is-out-there-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Disney-California-Adventure-Pixar-Pier-Adventure-is-out-there-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pixar Pier<\/strong> is a love letter to Pixar fans, combining thrilling rides, interactive games, and playful dining in one lively waterfront setting. Whether you\u2019re looping through the Incredicoaster, competing on <em>Toy Story Midway Mania<\/em>, or savoring a cookie fresh from Jack-Jack\u2019s oven, this land brings pure happiness to guests of all ages.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by Step right up to Pixar Pier, a colorful reimagining of the park\u2019s former Paradise Pier. Here, beloved Pixar films take center stage along a whimsical seaside boardwalk filled with family-friendly attractions, themed dining, and nostalgic carnival energy. From the iconic Incredicoaster to Toy Story Midway Mania, this land celebrates friendship, fun, and adventure\u2014Pixar style. 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