Disneyland in October

Disneyland in October means fall break! I call October the new summer break. Expect larger crowds as guests flock from nearby states and some within California as well.

Disneyland in October (1)

In October Disneyland Park opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 10, 11 pm or midnight. California Adventure Park opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm on regular nights, but closes at 6 pm on nights featuring Oogie Boogie Bash.

Keep reading for all the basics and an in depth guide for Disneyland in October 2024. Or look back at September if your visit covers both months.

This article covers important calendar events and closures in October and analyzes how these events might affect crowds levels. I talk about dressing for the Anaheim weather in October and list discount tickets available for this month.

Disneyland in October Calendar of Events

It’s the season when summer temperatures and Halloween collides! Fall Break at Disneyland is a huge hit and in 2024, there’s lots of great hotel availability and ticket offers. Here’s how to navigate all the fun you’re about to have at Disneyland.

Jessie Disney Bound

 

Disneyland in October Hours:

  • Disneyland Park opens at 8:00 am or 9:00 am and closes at 10:00 pm 11:00 pm or midnight.
  • California Adventure Park opens at 8:00 am or 9:00 am and closes at 9:00 pm or 10:00 pm on regular nights, but closes at 6:00 pm on nights featuring Oogie Boogie Bash. 
  • Park hopping begins at 11:00 am for those with valid tickets and reservations.
  • Early Entry is now on a daily rotation, see the schedule here

October Events and Important Dates:

Disneyland October Crowd Levels

Oogie Boogie Bash trail

 

Crowds are a common concern for Disneyland guests—it’s tricky to navigate finding the best days with longer park hours, more open rides, a full entertainment schedule and low crowds. In 2024 there’s a lot happening with the new area of Bayou Country open but still waiting on Tiana’s. We’ve got Haunted Mansion open, but only Virtual Queue option to ride

I always say go when it works best for you, then I can help you work out the logistics like what rides to go on and when. It’s the main reason I created Park Plans—step by step ride guides with optimal wait times and more. 

If you’re super concerned about crowds I suggest you skip:

  • Mid October when most Fall Breaks happen
  • Oogie Boogie Bash nights at Disneyland Park since people without tickets will flock to Disneyland 

We might see lower crowds on these dates:

Anything is possible, and when it comes to crowds it’s highly likely that even our best time guesses could miss the mark. However, I think these dates might be a good choice.

Mickey dressed as a pumpkin

 

  • mid-week, especially Tuesdays (at California Adventure especially AM hours) and Wednesdays
  • mid-week, especially Tuesdays (at California Adventure especially AM hours) and Wednesdays

Add this info to any Disneyland crowd calendars you might see (they’re not my favorite) and plan accordingly. 

Dressing for October Weather

Grab your sweaters but be ready to wear a t-shirt under when the mid-day sun arrives. Layers are key almost every time of year at Disneyland. Here’s some ideas to keep you cool and warm, whatever the weather calls for. 

What to wear to Disneyland in October

Disneyland Ticket Deals

Extra Day Free gives you 5 days for the price of 4, it’s an ongoing special you can find listed with my partners at Get Away Today here.

Add Universal Studios Hollywood or other area theme parks tickets for under $100 per person.

Halloween Time balloons

Do you have more questions about your Disneyland visit this time of year? Or maybe you’re considering another month for your visit—find the yearly Disneyland calendar here. Plus,  download your step by step Park Plan now or submit a request for a one on one planning help. 

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