Arizona boy named Disneyland’s one billionth guest on his 8th birthday in memorable ceremony

Arizona boy named Disneyland’s one billionth guest on his 8th birthday in memorable ceremony

An Arizona boy received the present of a lifetime while celebrating his birthday at the Happiest Place on Earth when he was honored as the one billionth guest at the California theme park.

Andres Robles, 8, walked through the gates of Disneyland Resort Friday morning ready to celebrate his 8th birthday with his parents when he received the heartfelt surprise, DisneyParksBlog reported.

Birthday boy Andres Robles with his parents Alejandra and Jose celebrating being named Disneyland’s one billionth guest. Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort

The birthday boy and his parents Alejandra and Jose attended a ceremony at the Main Street USA train station platform where the beaming 8-year-old unveiled a sign showcasing the updated population of the theme park.

“Population 1,000,000,” read the sign.

Fittingly, Mickey and Minnie Mouse were in attendance for the special ceremony, as well as their friends Daisy and Donald Duck. 

The Robles family unveiled Disneyland’s updated population sign. Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort

The birthday celebrations for the youngster continued after the ceremony when he was gifted with a VIP tour guide for the day — which can start at a whopping $3,500 for the luxury service. 

The lucky family was treated to a tour of Walt Disney’s private apartment located on park grounds as well as the new Soarin’ Across America attraction commemorating America’s 250th birthday.

Disneyland Resort have welcomed one billion guests since it opened in 1955. Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort

“The Robles family visit is just one of the many lifelong memories that have been created here at Disneyland Resort,” the blog wrote. 

“From vacations and reunions to birthdays and more, generations of families and friends have come to Disneyland Resort to have fun together.”

The lucky family were treated to a tour of Walt Disney’s private apartment located on park grounds as well as the new Soarin’ Across America attraction. GC Images

Disneyland Resort — which encompasses Disneyland and Disney California Adventure — celebrated its 70th anniversary last year.

Known as the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland “has served as the inspiration behind the creation of more Disney theme parks and experiences across the globe,” according to DisneyParksBlog.

Disneyland Resort celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2025. Disney

“Today, Disneyland continues its legacy as a worldwide icon and industry leader in entertainment and theme park experiences.”

“The resort continues to invest in creativity, technology and innovation to bring storytelling to new heights, while fulfilling Walt Disney’s vision that ‘Disneyland will never be complete as long as there is imagination left in the world,’” the blog added.

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