According to the 2023 Global Theme Index and Museum Index: Global Attractions Attendance Report, Shanghai Disneyland ranked as the world's 5th most visited theme park at 14 million guests — also China's most popular. The 2024 Shanghai Disney Resort Happiness Travel Trend Report also reveals that 85 percent of visitors expressed their desire to return.

The resort has debuted over 70 new shows and 60 new Disney characters. Future additions include a new Spider-Man-themed attraction featuring a coaster and a third Disney-themed hotel.