Disneyland Resort planning guide
There is almost always something special happening at the Disneyland Resort. Halloween brings pumpkins, seasonal attraction overlays and after-hours parties. Winter fills both parks with holiday entertainment and festive food. Spring is known for cultural celebrations, food festivals and Disneyland After Dark events.
This Disneyland events calendar brings the important dates together in one place, explains which celebrations are included with regular park admission and shows how an event could affect your family’s park day. Use it to see what is happening during your trip, then follow the related guides for deeper planning help.
Last updated: September 2, 2026. Dates and offerings can change, so confirm park hours and entertainment schedules in the Disneyland app before your visit.
What Is Happening at Disneyland Right Now?
Happening NowIncluded With Admission
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
August 21–October 31, 2026
Halloween décor, seasonal entertainment, limited-time food and attraction transformations have taken over Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure and other areas of the resort. A normal theme park ticket and park reservation are required; Halloween Time itself does not require a second event ticket.
Happening NowSeparate Ticket
Oogie Boogie Bash
Select nights through October 31, 2026
This five-hour Halloween party runs from 6 to 11 p.m. at Disney California Adventure. A party ticket permits entry as early as 3 p.m. on the ticket date. Day guests without party admission must leave DCA when its regular operating day ends.
Happening NowIncluded With Admission
Plaza de la Familia
August 21–November 2, 2026
Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure celebrates Día de los Muertos and the enduring bonds of family through music, live entertainment, art, remembrance and seasonal food inspired by Coco.
Coming NextIncluded With Admission
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
November 13, 2026–January 6, 2027
The resort’s holiday season brings festive décor, seasonal ride transformations, a Christmas parade, nighttime spectaculars, Disney Festival of Holidays, Disney ¡Viva Navidad! and much more.
Today’s most important planning warning: Disney California Adventure closes to regular day guests at 6 p.m. on Oogie Boogie Bash nights. Even if you are not attending the party, its schedule can change which park makes the most sense for your family. Check the remaining dates below before making a park reservation.
Disneyland Events Calendar: 2026–2027
This calendar starts with current and upcoming events. “Confirmed” means Disney has announced the date or time period. Events marked “dates not announced” are recurring offerings that may return, but should not be treated as scheduled until Disney publishes the 2027 calendar.
| Event | Dates | Location | Admission | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halloween Time | Aug. 21–Oct. 31, 2026 | Resort-wide | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed |
| Oogie Boogie Bash | Select nights Aug. 18–Oct. 31, 2026 | Disney California Adventure | Separate event ticket | Confirmed |
| Plaza de la Familia | Aug. 21–Nov. 2, 2026 | Disney California Adventure | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed |
| Holidays at the Disneyland Resort | Nov. 13, 2026–Jan. 6, 2027 | Resort-wide | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed |
| Disney Festival of Holidays | Nov. 13, 2026–Jan. 6, 2027 | Disney California Adventure | Included; food and beverages cost extra | Confirmed |
| Disney ¡Viva Navidad! | Nov. 13, 2026–Jan. 6, 2027 | Disney California Adventure | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed |
| “Remember… Dreams Come True” | Beginning February 2027 | Disneyland Park | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed; exact start date TBA |
| Updated original “World of Color” | Beginning February 2027 | Disney California Adventure | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed; exact start date TBA |
| “Magic Happens” parade | Summer 2027 | Disneyland Park | Included with appropriate admission | Confirmed; exact date TBA |
| Other recurring 2027 festivals and parties | Dates not announced | Varies | Varies by event | Awaiting Disney’s 2027 calendar |
Confirmed Disneyland Events and Entertainment for 2027
Disney has not released a complete 2027 seasonal-event calendar yet, but three major entertainment returns are official. The 2026 holiday season is also confirmed to continue through January 6, 2027.
February 2027Disneyland Park
“Remember… Dreams Come True”
A refreshed version of the Disneyland-focused nighttime spectacular will return in February. Projections are planned for Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, U.S.A., the façade of “it’s a small world” and Rivers of America. Disney says projections and music are scheduled nightly, with fireworks added on select evenings.
February 2027California Adventure
Updated Original “World of Color”
An updated take on the original “World of Color” will begin at Disney California Adventure in February. Exact performance dates and viewing details have not yet been released, so check the entertainment calendar as your trip approaches.
Summer 2027Disneyland Park
“Magic Happens” Parade
The daytime parade will return to Disneyland Park in summer 2027. Disney has not announced its first performance date or whether it will run every day, so do not build a touring plan around it until the daily calendar is available.
Through Jan. 6, 2027Resort-wide
Final Days of the Holiday Season
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! all continue through January 6. This makes the first week of January an opportunity to see holiday offerings after Christmas, though entertainment and operating schedules can vary by date.
Recurring 2027 Events Awaiting Dates
Disney has not announced 2027 dates for the following recurring events. Their inclusion here is a planning watchlist, not confirmation that every offering will return:
- Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure
- Celebrate Soulfully programming
- Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
- Eggstravaganza
- Disneyland After Dark, including any Sweethearts’ Nite, Star Wars Nite or Pride Nite offerings
- Disney Jr. Let’s Play! events
- Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
- Oogie Boogie Bash
- Plaza de la Familia
- Holidays at the Disneyland Resort and Disney Festival of Holidays
How we handle unannounced dates: Disneyland With Dad does not turn historical patterns into “confirmed” dates. As Disney announces 2027 festivals, parties and holiday seasons, this page will be updated with exact dates, locations and ticket requirements.
Disneyland Events by Month
Select a month to jump to the time of year you are considering. For months without confirmed 2027 dates, the description explains what commonly occurs and what you should verify before booking.
January at Disneyland
Confirmed for 2027: Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! continue through January 6. After the season ends, attraction overlays and decorations are removed on separate schedules, which can create temporary ride closures. Lunar New Year often arrives later in winter, but its 2027 dates have not been announced.
February at Disneyland
Confirmed for 2027: A refreshed “Remember… Dreams Come True” and an updated version of the original “World of Color” begin sometime in February. This month is also historically associated with Lunar New Year, Celebrate Soulfully and Disneyland After Dark events, but those 2027 offerings remain unconfirmed.
March at Disneyland
Spring has frequently brought the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, limited-time menus and special entertainment. Spring-break travel can increase demand even when there is no separately ticketed event. Disney has not announced March 2027 festival dates.
April at Disneyland
Food & Wine offerings and Eggstravaganza have often continued into April, while Disneyland After Dark themes have sometimes added early park closures at Disneyland Park. Easter timing and school breaks can affect crowds. No April 2027 event dates are confirmed yet.
May at Disneyland
May can bridge spring festivals and the summer entertainment season. In some years, Disneyland After Dark events continue into the month. For 2027, watch the official calendar for event announcements and for the daily entertainment schedule that will clarify when summer offerings begin.
June at Disneyland
Confirmed for summer 2027: “Magic Happens” returns to Disneyland Park, though Disney has not narrowed the debut to a specific month. June has also featured Pride Nite and Celebrate Soulfully programming in prior years. Neither is confirmed for 2027.
July at Disneyland
Summer entertainment is normally in full swing, and July 17 marks Disneyland’s anniversary. In 2027, “Magic Happens” is expected during the summer, but an exact start date and performance schedule remain TBA. Heat, long daylight hours and peak vacation travel are often bigger planning factors than festivals.
August at Disneyland
August is often a transition month. Summer programming may continue while Halloween décor and attraction overlays begin appearing later in the month. Halloween Time and Oogie Boogie Bash started in August 2026, but Disney has not confirmed their 2027 dates.
September at Disneyland
Happening in September 2026: Halloween Time, Oogie Boogie Bash and Plaza de la Familia. On party nights, DCA’s regular operating day ends early. September 2027 dates have not been announced, so use the 2026 schedule only as context—not as a promise of next year’s dates.
October at Disneyland
Confirmed for October 2026: Halloween Time continues through October 31, Oogie Boogie Bash runs on select nights through Halloween, and Plaza de la Familia continues throughout the month. October is popular for seasonal overlays, costumes and Halloween food, so park reservations and nearby hotels can become more competitive.
November at Disneyland
Confirmed for November 2026: Plaza de la Familia ends November 2. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! begin November 13. The period between Halloween and the official holiday opening is a major transformation window, and individual decorations may appear gradually.
December at Disneyland
Confirmed for December 2026: The resort-wide holiday season runs all month. Expect festive décor, seasonal entertainment, holiday attraction overlays and Festival of Holidays. Christmas week and New Year’s Eve can bring especially high demand; verify park reservations, dining and entertainment well in advance.
Guide to the Major Disneyland Holidays and Events
Aug. 21–Oct. 31, 2026Included With AdmissionResort-wide
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time is the broad seasonal celebration that covers Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, Downtown Disney and the resort hotels. It includes themed décor, seasonal food, character appearances, entertainment and attraction overlays. It is not the same thing as Oogie Boogie Bash: you can enjoy Halloween Time during normal park hours without buying a party ticket.
At Disneyland Park, the giant Mickey pumpkin and Main Street decorations create the classic fall atmosphere. Haunted Mansion Holiday provides the biggest seasonal attraction transformation. At Disney California Adventure, Cars Land receives a playful “Haul-O-Ween” makeover, and Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark offers a more intense evening storyline.
Dad’s Take: Halloween Time works well for families that want seasonal atmosphere without committing to an after-hours event. If DCA is part of your plan, check the Oogie Boogie Bash calendar first. A party you are not attending can still shorten your day by several hours.
Select Nights Through Oct. 31, 2026Separate TicketCalifornia Adventure
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
Oogie Boogie Bash is a five-hour after-hours event at Disney California Adventure. The party runs from 6 to 11 p.m., and the event ticket allows admission to DCA beginning at 3 p.m. It includes party-specific entertainment, treat trails, select attractions and Disney PhotoPass downloads from the event. A regular daytime ticket does not grant party admission.
Remaining 2026 party nights as of September 2:
September: 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27 and 29.
October: 1, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29 and 31.
Ticket inventory can change and many dates may be unavailable. Check Disney directly rather than assuming a listed date still has tickets.
Dad’s Take: Party guests should not spend the entire 3-to-6 p.m. mix-in period waiting for experiences that are available during regular hours. Eat, get oriented and identify the party-exclusive priorities before the event begins. Non-party guests should consider Disneyland Park or Park Hopper flexibility on Bash nights.
Aug. 21–Nov. 2, 2026Included With AdmissionCalifornia Adventure
Plaza de la Familia
Plaza de la Familia celebrates Día de los Muertos and the lasting bonds between generations. Paradise Gardens Park becomes the heart of the event, with mariachi music, live storytelling and entertainment, colorful art, food and opportunities to remember loved ones. The celebration is inspired in part by Coco, but its strongest moments focus on family and remembrance.
Dad’s Take: Do not treat this as a quick photo stop on the way to another ride. Check the day’s showtimes, arrive before the performance starts and give children time to look at the displays. It is a welcome slower-paced counterpoint to a ride-heavy DCA day.
Nov. 13, 2026–Jan. 6, 2027Included With AdmissionResort-wide
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
The holiday season reaches both parks, Downtown Disney and the resort hotels. Disneyland Park highlights traditionally include A Christmas Fantasy Parade, “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks on select nights, winter décor around Sleeping Beauty Castle, Haunted Mansion Holiday and “it’s a small world” Holiday. At Disney California Adventure, the season includes World of Color – Season of Light, Disney Festival of Holidays and holiday transformations in Cars Land.
Most holiday entertainment is included with the appropriate park ticket and reservation, but food, souvenirs, tours and premium viewing or dining packages cost extra. Entertainment can be modified or canceled because of weather and operating conditions.
Dad’s Take: Choose two or three holiday priorities instead of trying to collect every seasonal snack, show and attraction in one day. For families, a parade, one major overlay and time to enjoy the lights after dark usually creates a better memory than racing through a giant checklist.
Nov. 13, 2026–Jan. 6, 2027Food FestivalCalifornia Adventure
Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad!
Disney Festival of Holidays celebrates a range of seasonal traditions through live entertainment and the Festive Foods Marketplace. The event is included with DCA admission, while marketplace items are purchased separately. Disney ¡Viva Navidad! adds music, dancers, décor, food and appearances by Disney friends to the season in Paradise Gardens Park.
Dad’s Take: Treat the marketplace as a progressive meal. Share items, start before the busiest dinner window and avoid buying more food than your family can comfortably carry. Check the current Sip and Savor Pass terms before assuming every item offers equal value.
2027 Dates Not AnnouncedSeparate TicketDisneyland Park
Disneyland After Dark
Disneyland After Dark is a series of separately ticketed theme nights held after Disneyland Park closes to day guests. Past themes have included Sweethearts’ Nite, Star Wars Nite, Pride Nite, Disney Channel Nite and other limited celebrations. Event tickets have generally included a pre-party mix-in period, event entertainment, select attractions and PhotoPass downloads.
Disney says its 2026 After Dark events have ended. No 2027 themes or dates are currently confirmed.
Dad’s Take: The calendar matters even if you will not buy a ticket. An After Dark event can cause Disneyland Park to close early to regular guests, shifting crowds and making a Park Hopper more useful. Verify both parks’ hours before reserving your first park.
2027 Dates Not AnnouncedSeasonal FestivalCalifornia Adventure
Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure honors Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean traditions through food, entertainment, décor and character appearances. The festival is generally included with DCA admission, while food and merchandise cost extra. Disney has not announced whether or when it will return in 2027.
Dad’s Take: If Lunar New Year is offered during your trip, build the day around performance times rather than only the food booths. Entertainment gives the festival its identity and is easier to miss than the marketplace.
2027 Dates Not AnnouncedFood FestivalCalifornia Adventure
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
The spring festival showcases California-inspired food and beverages, culinary demonstrations and limited-time entertainment. Festival access is generally included with DCA admission; tasting portions, beverages and some special experiences cost extra. The 2026 festival ran from March 6 through April 27, but those dates should not be copied onto a 2027 itinerary.
Dad’s Take: Look at menus before the trip and make a short family tasting list. The festival is more enjoyable when the booths complement your day instead of becoming a long series of lines that displaces rides and shows.
Which Disneyland Events Need a Separate Ticket?
Usually Included With Park Admission
- Halloween Time
- Plaza de la Familia
- Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
- Disney Festival of Holidays
- Disney ¡Viva Navidad!
- Lunar New Year, when offered
- DCA Food & Wine Festival access, when offered
- Standard parades and nighttime spectaculars
Appropriate theme park admission and a park reservation are still required. Food, tours, merchandise and premium experiences are extra.
Requires a Separate Event Ticket
- Oogie Boogie Bash
- Disneyland After Dark events
- Other experiences Disney specifically labels separately ticketed
A standard park ticket, Park Hopper or Magic Key does not substitute for an event ticket. Review the event’s entry time, reservation rules, age requirements and costume policy before purchasing.
How Special Events Can Affect Your Disneyland Trip
Early Park Closures
After-hours parties are the biggest calendar issue. Oogie Boogie Bash shortens the regular day at Disney California Adventure, while Disneyland After Dark can shorten the day at Disneyland Park. Guests without event tickets must leave the affected park at the posted closing time.
Park Reservations and Park Hopping
An event that is included with admission does not eliminate normal admission requirements. Make the correct park reservation and confirm current Park Hopper rules. On party nights, hopping can provide a useful escape from an early closure, but the other park may become busier as day guests relocate.
Crowds and Wait Times
Seasonal events can concentrate demand around popular overlays, entertainment and food marketplaces. Haunted Mansion Holiday, “it’s a small world” Holiday and Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark can behave differently from their standard versions. A low-crowd month does not guarantee a low-crowd event night.
Entertainment Schedules
A festival may span several weeks without every show running every day. Fireworks can be limited to select nights and are weather dependent. Parade routes affect movement through the park. Check the Disneyland app shortly before and again on the day of your visit.
Seasonal Food
Limited-time menus create excitement—and lines. Review menus before arrival, identify a few priorities and note mobile-order availability. For food festivals, sharing tasting portions lets a family sample more without turning the entire day into one large meal.
Hotels and Downtown Disney
Some seasonal décor, dining and activities extend beyond the parks. Downtown Disney and the Disneyland Resort hotels can add holiday atmosphere to an arrival evening or rest day, although individual activities may charge a fee or require a reservation.
Dad’s planning shortcut: Start with the event calendar before choosing your park. Then pick one must-do seasonal attraction, one entertainment priority and one food priority. Build the rest of the day around normal family needs—meals, breaks, height requirements and bedtime—not around the fear of missing every limited-time offering.
Seasonal Disneyland Ride Overlays
Attraction overlays are one of the biggest reasons to visit during Halloween and the holidays. They can also create refurbishment closures before and after a season while Disney installs or removes the transformation.
| Seasonal Attraction | Park | Season | Planning Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haunted Mansion Holiday | Disneyland Park | Halloween through the holidays | A substantial transformation that can draw heavier demand than the standard attraction. |
| Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark | Disney California Adventure | Halloween | Runs later in the day on most dates and is intentionally darker and more intense. |
| Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree | Disney California Adventure | Halloween | A family-friendly Cars Land overlay with seasonal music. |
| Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween | Disney California Adventure | Halloween | A playful seasonal version of Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters. |
| “it’s a small world” Holiday | Disneyland Park | Holidays | Especially impressive after dark; exterior lighting draws large evening crowds. |
| Mater’s Jingle Jamboree | Disney California Adventure | Holidays | Seasonal songs give the attraction a Christmas-time personality. |
| Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl | Disney California Adventure | Holidays | A holiday music and décor transformation in Cars Land. |
Start with The Definitive Disneyland Ride Guide for attraction details, height requirements and planning help. You can also see our existing “it’s a small world” Holiday ride feature.
Frequently Asked Questions About Disneyland Events
What events are happening at Disneyland in fall 2026?
Halloween Time runs August 21 through October 31, Oogie Boogie Bash takes place on select nights through October 31, and Plaza de la Familia continues through November 2. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begins November 13.
What Disneyland events have been announced for 2027?
The 2026 holiday season continues through January 6, 2027. Disney has also confirmed the February 2027 returns of “Remember… Dreams Come True” and an updated take on the original “World of Color.” “Magic Happens” will return in summer 2027. Exact debut dates have not been announced.
When is Halloween Time at Disneyland in 2026?
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort runs from August 21 through October 31, 2026. Plaza de la Familia continues two days longer, through November 2.
Does Oogie Boogie Bash require a separate ticket?
Yes. Oogie Boogie Bash is not included with regular Disneyland Resort admission or a Magic Key. The dated party ticket includes entry to Disney California Adventure as early as 3 p.m. and access to the event from 6 to 11 p.m.
Does Disney California Adventure close early for Oogie Boogie Bash?
Yes. On 2026 Bash nights, DCA’s regular operating day ends at 6 p.m. Guests without a party ticket must leave the park. Always verify the official calendar because operating hours can change.
When do the holidays start at Disneyland in 2026?
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begins November 13, 2026, and continues through January 6, 2027. Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! are scheduled for the same date range.
Are Disneyland holiday events included with admission?
Most resort holiday décor, standard entertainment and seasonal attractions are included with the appropriate park admission and reservation. Food, merchandise, tours, dining packages and other premium experiences cost extra.
When is Lunar New Year at Disneyland in 2027?
Disney has not announced 2027 Lunar New Year dates. The festival has historically taken place at Disney California Adventure in winter, but do not use a prior year’s dates to book a 2027 trip.
When is the 2027 DCA Food & Wine Festival?
Dates have not been announced. The 2026 festival ran March 6 through April 27, but the 2027 schedule could differ.
What rides change for Halloween at Disneyland?
Major 2026 transformations include Haunted Mansion Holiday, Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree and Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween. Offerings can change from year to year.
What rides change for Christmas at Disneyland?
Holiday favorites include Haunted Mansion Holiday, “it’s a small world” Holiday, Mater’s Jingle Jamboree and Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl. Seasonal operating dates and refurbishment windows may differ for each attraction.
Is Disneyland more crowded during special events?
It can be. Events may increase demand for particular parks, dates, attractions and entertainment. Separately ticketed parties can also redirect day guests to the other park. The effect varies, so consider park hours and event locations in addition to a general crowd forecast.
Does Disneyland do anything for New Year’s Eve?
New Year’s Eve falls during Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, but specific entertainment, hours and operational procedures should be confirmed on the official daily calendar. Expect strong demand and make park, dining and hotel plans early.
Plan the Rest of Your Disneyland Day
A special event is only one part of a successful family trip. Once you know which holidays, festivals or parties overlap your dates, use The Definitive Disneyland Ride Guide to compare attractions and build a park plan that fits your children’s interests, comfort levels and height requirements.
Bookmark this page: Disney’s full 2027 event calendar has not been released. We will update confirmed dates, ticket details and new guide links as official information becomes available.