Halloween and Fall Celebrations at Disneyland 2026
By: Disney Destinations
June 2, 2026
What’s this? Why, it’s all the details for the most “eerie-sistible” time of year! We’re sharing all the Halloween and fall fun coming to Disneyland Resort in 2026 that guests can look forward to as you plan their visit.
Keep reading for all the details on pumpkin spice treats, spellbinding ride overlays and more!
Here are the key dates:
- Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort | Aug. 21 – Oct. 31, 2026
- Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park | Aug. 21 – Nov. 2, 2026
- Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party | Select nights Aug. 18 – Oct. 31, 2026
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
If guests can’t wait for the leaves to change color, a brisk wind to fill the air and spirits to materialize, they’re in luck because the fall festivities begin in late August! From new outfits for some favorite characters to deviously delightful décor, guests won’t want to miss all the frightful excitement when Halloween Time returns to Disneyland Resort from Aug. 21 through Oct. 31, 2026.
Before spooky season begins, guests can also continue to enjoy “Paint the Night” parade and “Wondrous Journeys” in Disneyland Park for a limited time from Aug. 10-20, 2026. Plus, “World of Color – ONE” will return to Disney California Adventure Park for a limited time beginning Aug. 10 through the Halloween season.
Character Outfits, Pumpkin Décor and Halloween Fun at Disneyland Park
Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and their pals will arrive in Town Square with new attire just for the season, featuring harlequin motifs, frilled collars and cuffs, and swirling confection details in hues of orange, yellow and black.
Make way for a very special guy as Jack Skellington returns to the Haunted Mansion, transforming the eerie estate into Haunted Mansion Holiday. Guests will spot (and scent) an impressive gingerbread house with an all-new design in the ballroom, plus familiar faces including Sally, Zero and Oogie Boogie from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Snap the perfect fall photo in front of the storied Halloween Tree in Frontierland or spot a gourd with a Disney-inspired carving at the Main Street Pumpkin Festival, anchored by the iconic giant Mickey Mouse pumpkin. Guests may even spot a new addition to the ring of pumpkins surrounding the Partners Statue, paying homage to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with depictions of Chewbacca and the Millennium Falcon.
Vindictive villains take over Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, U.S.A., “it’s a small world” and the Rivers of America with colorful projections during the “Halloween Screams” nighttime spectacular each evening. Maleficent, Ursula and other favorite fiends cackle in the sky to a medley of macabre music, plus on select nights, watch as fireworks possess the sky.
For those looking for an extra experience, Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour is a one-of-a-kind stroll through eerie tales across Disneyland and California Adventure, available at an additional cost with valid theme park admission.
Halloween Rides and Family-Friendly Entertainment at California Adventure
At Disney California Adventure Park, a festive chill arrives with décor that includes Oogie Boogie silhouetted by a full moon, a cloud of “bats” bursting from the tower of Carthay Circle Restaurant and the Headless Horseman statue welcoming guests on Buena Vista Street.
Cars Land will become the “fa-boo-lous” Radiator Screams, complete with “car-achnids,” a “pump-kin” patch and residents dressed in their favorite “car-stumes.” Take a break from a stroll through town with a spin on Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree and Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween.
Supernatural spirits will take over Cars Land each evening for a haunting “Sha-BOO” moment, where the neon lights flicker on and illuminate the roads.
Beginning in the late afternoon each day, Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark takes over the Collector’s Fortress in Avengers Campus. Guests will team up with Rocket to distract menacing monsters on the loose and save Groot. But be warned … they may run into a few unexpected ups and downs.
Little ones ready to dance to Halloween tunes, play with bubbles and hang out with Mickey Mouse and his pals will love “Mickey’s Trick and Treat” at the Disney Theater in Hollywood Land, beginning Aug. 18.
Halloween Food and More Mischief Throughout Disneyland Resort
The wickedly wonderful fun continues with tempting treats, “boo-tiful” merchandise and autumnal touches in Disneyland, California Adventure and regions beyond.
During Halfway to Halloween in April, we gave a taste of some of the treats that will return this fall, including the Oogie Boogie Lemonade from Smokejumpers Grill and Heatwave Pizza from Alien Pizza Planet.
Stay tuned for the full reveal of food, drinks and novelties from Disney Eats as we get closer to the season. Expect an exceptional assortment of pumpkin treats and monstrously good eats!
Halloween Décor, Character Dining and Activities at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
Ghastly ornamentation will add to the spirit of the season at all the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort, including all-new décor inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. at Pixar Place Hotel and Haunted Mansion-inspired touches at Disneyland Hotel.
The culinary teams are even cooking up confounding confection displays for Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disneyland Hotel.
Speaking of treats, guests won’t want to miss seasonal character dining options if you want to enjoy a bite to eat and special interactions with characters all at once. Keep an eye out for reservation availability later this summer.
Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian will host Mickey’s Autumn Adventures for breakfast and brunch and Clarabelle’s Enchanted Halloween Dinner in the evenings. At Disneyland Hotel, Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates Halloween will offer fun-filled dining throughout the day.
Plus, adults 21 years and over may enjoy a Halloween-themed cocktail menu at Broken Spell Lounge in Disneyland Hotel.
For an additional cost, a talented team of Disney stylists at Tenaya Stone Spa in Disney’s Grand Californian can tailor a Halloween look with hair, makeup or nails inspired by favorite Disney characters, or guests can indulge in a seasonal service like the Wicked to the Core foot treatment.
Halloween Movies, Music and More in the Downtown Disney District
In the Downtown Disney District, autumnal adornments, themed eats and seasonal shopping will cast a bewitching spell throughout the promenade. The Downtown Disney LIVE! stage and lawn will host movie nights on select evenings with screenings of beloved fall flicks, or guests may catch a live musical performance taking the stage.
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit
Search for pumpkins with unique Disney designs throughout Disneyland, California Adventure and Downtown Disney with Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit! Purchase a special activity map from retail locations throughout the resort to aid in the search, then redeem it for a keepsake prize. Separate Park admission is required to participate.
Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park
Celebrate the everlasting bonds of family and the spirit of Día de los Muertos with nods to Pixar’s Coco during Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park, Aug. 21 through Nov. 2, 2026.
Entertainment Inspired by Día de los Muertos
Let the music move you during “The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate the Musical World of Coco!”as a traveling troupe of storytellers bring songs like “Remember Me” and “The World Es Mi Familia” to life. Guests will also be able to sing and dance along to live mariachi music at the Paradise Garden Bandstand.
When guests walk through Paradise Gardens Park, take in the vibrant marigold arch, striking calaca (skeleton) statues and a memory wall, where guests can add a note of remembrance for loved ones.
Food and Beverage Featuring Mexican Flavors
Paradise Garden Grill will offer specialty menu items just for the season, including the returning Chilaquiles Carnitas Torta with red chilaquiles, refried beans, avocado spread, queso fresco, pickled red onions, and a fried egg served with chips. Stay tuned for the complete Foodie Guide!
The Coco-inspired merchandise collection includes a hoodie, t-shirt and mug, all featuring vivid colors and motifs from the film.
Día de los Muertos Décor in Disneyland
Décor influenced by Día de los Muertos will also be found in a vibrant installation in Disneyland near Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, displaying skeleton figurines known as catrinas and calacas, colorful marigolds and other items that are traditionally found on ofrendas.
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
Discover even more spellbinding fun at the separately ticketed Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party,returning select nights from Aug. 18 through Oct. 31.
This after-hours party for all ages is the perfect opportunity to don an iconic costume, collect candy and enjoy access to select attractions, often with shorter wait times. The event goes from 6 p.m. through 11 p.m. and admission includes entry to California Adventure three hours before the party officially begins, plus unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads from the party.
More details about Oogie Boogie Bash, including dates, pricing and the costume policy, can be found on Disneyland.com.
New Street Party, Rare Characters and Trick-or-Treating
“Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party” will bring familiar and iconic moments from the Haunted Mansion to the streets of California Adventure. The new street party will feature multiple show-stopping moments for Madame Leota to host her spirited séance and swinging wake filled with happy haunts, ghostly dancing and ghoulish delight, inviting guests to partake in a ghastly good time that beckons all 999 ghosts.
Guests may also choose to purchase the Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party for an enhanced viewing of the street party, which will feature a new selection of treats themed to “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.” More details will become available and reservations will open later this summer.
Guests may also encounter not-often-seen villains and Disney characters dressed up for Halloween throughout California Adventure. And they won’t want to misstrick-or-treating along immersive treat trails and a selection of themed bites available just for the party.
Stroll through dreamlike scenes in Villains Grove, where Redwood Creek Challenge Trail will transform into an enchanted world inspired by Disney villains like the Queen of Hearts and Dr. Facilier.
At select times throughout the evening, Ichabod Crane hurries through California Adventure evading the sinister specter of the Headless Horseman astride his dark steed.
From thrilling rides and sweet treats to haunting décor and unique photo opportunities, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy!
Oogie Boogie Bash Dates and Ticket Details
This year, there are 33 nights in August, September and October to attend Oogie Boogie Bash. Tickets will go on sale beginning June 18, 2026, no earlier than 9 a.m. PT, with pre-sale opportunities for select groups. Head to Disneyland.com for more details.
Oogie Boogie Bash Ticket On-Sale Dates
Inspire Magic Key Holders (limited amount of tickets for pre-sale): June 16, 2026
All Magic Key Holders (limited amount of tickets for pre-sale): June 17, 2026
General public: June 18, 2026
Sunday, Sept. 27, will be a special Oogie Boogie Bash evening, reserved only for D23 Members, on sale June 16, 2026. Head to D23.com for more details on how to get your tickets and more information about D23: The Official Disney Fan Club.
Disneyland Resort Ticket and Hotel Deals
Special deals on tickets and hotels may be available for visits in August and early September.
The Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer is on sale now for a limited time, which can be used for visits now through Sept. 7, 2026. Children ages 3 through 9 can visit Disneyland Resort for $50 per child with the purchase of a special 1-Day Park Hopper Ticket. 2-Day and 3-Day Park Hopper ticket options are also available. Visit the Special Offers to learn more about this offer.
Disneyland Resort is also offering up to 15% off select hotel stays Sunday through Thursday nights for visits now through September 7, 2026. Head to the Special Offers page for more details.
$104 Ticket Days During Halloween Time
Ten days in September 2026 offer our lowest priced 1-Day, 1-Park ticket for guests 10 years of age and older.
At the time of publishing, all dates listed below are available.
September 2026 Dates with 1-Day, 1-Park Tickets for $104:
- Tuesday, Sept. 8
- Wednesday, Sept. 9
- Tuesday, Sept. 15
- Wednesday, Sept. 16
- Thursday, Sept. 17
- Monday, Sept. 21
- Tuesday, Sept. 22
- Wednesday, Sept. 23
- Thursday, Sept. 24
- Tuesday, Sept. 29
We’re just dying for the season to begin. Can’t wait to see your clients there!
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