Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its reopening

Hong Kong Disneyland has today welcomed guests back to the park after a number of closures due to the impacts of COVID. Located on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island, Hong Kong Disneyland has been shut since 7th January. when the Omicron outbreak worsened.

The reopening saw Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Managing Director, Michael Moriarty along with 50 Disney friends and performers and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Ambassadors, Lily Chan and Tony Dick hold a special welcome moment for guests as they strolled down Main Street, U.S.A., with Moriarty enthusing “#TheMagicIsNow! It’s time to reunite and feel the magic once again.”

Audrey Leung, Guest Relations Host, Park Operations added “I’m really thrilled about our long-awaited park reopening! It’s a great feeling to once again be working face-to-face with my fellow teammates, and to welcome our guests returning to this magical place.”

Guests were treated to an array of surprises - from a refurbished Emporium in which the store’s layout has been divided into exciting themed displays to Instagram-friendly desserts and new photo spots.

Stephen Yeung, Executive Sous Chef - Park, Food & Beverage, commented "just hearing the park’s background music makes me feel like I’m home."

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s commitment and support of its guests and community extends beyond the park. During closure, the resort partnered with local non-profit organisations to support more than 2,000 underserved families during this difficult time.

Overall, Disney-themed merchandise items and other essential materials, including toys, masks and food, were donated to more than 15,000 individuals. With the announcement of their reopening, Hong Kong Disneyland doubled the magic of previous ticket donations by giving out a total of 10,000 park admission tickets to seven local nonprofits.