Heya, Elliot! Welcome to planDisney—it's delightful to hear from you!
Oh boy, I absolutely love running into old friends at the parks—after all, my friendship with Mickey Mouse and Pluto goes way back to when I was just a little sprout! It sounds like you're hoping to run into some beloved Disney friends yourself, specifically Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, Jake (from Jake and the Never Land Pirates!), and Princess Sofia. They truly are fantastic characters, and it's clear they hold a special place in your heart!
While I don't have a magic mirror to know for sure who will appear when, I do have some encouraging news that might bring a smile to your face! You mentioned Vampirina, and she has been known to make a spooky-fun appearance during the
Frightfully Fun Parade! This takes place at Disney California Adventure Park during select nights as part of
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. While I can't confirm if she'll be part of that particular parade this year, I can tell you that the parade itself is indeed scheduled to return for another season of thrills and chills!
Since you mentioned a few Disney Jr. pals, you might also be excited to hear about
Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! This is a brand new, high-energy show that recently debuted at Disney California Adventure Park just in time for the exciting
Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration! While it focuses on Mickey and his Clubhouse friends, it brings that same delightful Disney Jr. magic to life.
You know, the Disney parks are always filled with surprises, and you never know who might make an appearance around the corner! The best place to keep tabs on who's out and about, and where they might be greeting Guests, is the super handy
Disneyland mobile app. Just tap the map pin icon in the menu at the bottom of the screen, then select the "Characters" button at the top. This will show you which pals are scheduled to appear and where you can find them!
I hope this brings a little extra Disney magic to your day, Elliot! Keep wishing on that star for the return of these beloved pals, because at the Disneyland Resort, you never know who might appear!
Cody