What’s New at Disneyland (2023 Calendar)

What’s new at Disneyland 2023 along with current planning advice, discount Disneyland tickets, month-by-month vacation planning guide and details on the all new Disney Genie+ and news from what’s coming in 2024. Updated August 30, 2023.

2023 Disneyland Resort Updates 

Disneyland is still that magical place you’ve dreamed of, there’s just more prep to do beforehand and this is the perfect place to get started. There’s so much to learn, see and do at Disneyland Resort in 2023 and 2024. As I make regular visits to the parks, I keep this updated frequently so I can help you along the way.

Keep reading to see how you can experience these magical moments for yourself in 2023 and beyond. And if you’re new to Disneyland this year or haven’t been in a while, read my most important Disneyland tips for this year here.

Whats New Disneyland 2023

 

Disneyland 2024 with hotel packages are now available, lock in low prices on tickets and all types of Disney travel. I even have info on Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris and Disney Aulani in Hawaii.

Here are a few NEW-TO-YOU things since you’ve been gone:

Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, the first major Mickey-themed ride is open 

✓ Park Hopping time begins at 11:00 am 

Magic Happens Parade now showing daily

Mickey’s Toontown is now reopen

✓San Fransokyo Square emerges as a new land in California Adventure

Here are a few things COMING soon to Disneyland Resort in 2023 and beyond:

 

Pixar Place Hotel outside

 

  • Tiana’s Palace, a new quick service restaurant opens September 2023 in New Orleans Square.
  • Tiana’s Bayou Adventure coming in 2024.
  • runDisney races return to the resort in 2024.
  • Even more things to come dubbed “DisneylandForward

 

Welcome to Mickeys Toontown

 

Now let’s dig into a detailed look at what is scheduled for each month at Disneyland in 2023 and 2024. 

Disneyland Calendar 2023

Disneyland is running in full force in 2023 and this article is updated on a regular basis to include all the magic. Below is what typically happens in this month of the year. 

When is the best time to go to Disneyland?

For lower crowd levels, choose a weekday during the school year. Typically, these days offer lower level crowds but also have less Magic Key Holder restrictions which could increase attendance.

But, if you’d like to experience Disneyland with as many rides and entertainment options running as possible, visit during the summer. Summer brings extended park hours so you can experience more magic throughout the day and night.

When is it busy at Disneyland? 

I created this guide to help you anticipate events and offerings at Disneyland Resort. What’s “busy” to one person may not be “busy” to another.

The same goes for people who are new to Disneyland and those who visit on a monthly or weekly basis. Study our many line hacks to help you map out your best day ever and print your Disneyland Plan now.Disneyland Plan Graphics

What parades will be running during my visit? 

Disneyland yearly parade guide is right here.

Sleeping Beauty float Magic Happens

Will there be fireworks during my visit?

Current fireworks schedule is right here.

What rides will be closed during my visit?

Current refurbishment scheduled listed here.

Rain Disneyland tea cups closed

Disneyland Ticket Prices

Disneyland ticket prices last went up in October 2022, and price increases can happen any time! The good news is Disneyland tickets have longer expiration dates than many people think.

 

Disneyland Ticket Prices (One Park Per Day Discounts)

 

Lock in your discount Disneyland ticket prices now. Get multi-day tickets for around $100 per day with my ticket partners.

 

Star Wars ticket

 

Can I get one day discount Disneyland tickets? 

One day tickets will cost you the most money per day. One day ticket prices fluctuate with demand and season. If you’re looking for a discount one day ticket to Disneyland, you will need to visit during weekdays typically during the school calendar year.

Save Even More with Multi-Day Tickets! The more days you visit Disneyland Resort, the less you pay per day. Multi-day tickets have no blackout dates, so you can travel anytime in 2023 and 2024 (with valid theme park reservations). If you’re doing Disneyland on a budget, do not buy your tickets from Disney. You will be paying top dollar with no discounts!

Disneyland Ticket Prices (Hopper Discounts)

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  4. Pay off your vacation two weeks prior to travel.
  5. Enjoy your stress-free, paid off Disneyland vacation!


Do you have additional questions about visiting Disneyland in 2023 or 2024, let’s chat on my Facebook page

Disneyland in September 2023

Disneyland in September means kids are back in school so a quick weekday trip is in order! Last minute tickets are available here

 

Jessica Mickey Jack o lantern

 

Disneyland in September hours: 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

 

OogieBoogieSoldOut

 

Halloween Time begins  early September, including fireworks and projection show “Halloween Screams” at Disneyland park on select nights. It’s one of the best times of year to visit Disneyland Resort with characters in Halloween costumes and so many delicious treats to try!

 

Jack and Sally Halloween parade Disneyland

 

Oogie Boogie Bash, the Halloween Party at California Adventure also kicks off this month. Exclusive shows and trick or treating are among the festivities, including Frightfully Fun Parade

Gay Days returns to Anaheim the second weekend in September. This unofficial event is open to all, read more about Gay Days here

Disneyland in October 2023

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

 

OogieBoogietrail

 

Disneyland in October hours: 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

 

Oogie Boogie Bash trail

 

Gay Days, an unofficial Disney event has moved from first weekend in October to September. If you hope to catch this event, start planning earlier this year. Oogie Boogie Bash is also in full swing, so check dates before your arrival.

 

Minnie and Goofy Halloween Costume Disneyland

 

Mickey and Friends Band-tastic Cavalcade might make an appearance this month for a short run. This “mini-parade” features the Disneyland band and has quick viewing of favorite characters. 

Looking ahead to more Disneyland events? Don’t forget ticket to Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party sell out fast. Plus, add more days to your fun.  Get discount Disneyland tickets here.

Disneyland in November 2023

Disneyland in November brings the holiday season back to Disneyland in full force. It’s the most magical time of year with so much to do and see. 

 

Jessica Holidays Toontown

 

Disneyland in November hours: 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 8, 9 or 10 pm.

 

viva navidad dancers

 

Disneyland in December 2023

Disneyland in December is the merriest time of year with lots of holiday cheer. It’s the most magical time of year with so much to do and see. 

 

Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle

 

Disneyland in December hours: Disneyland Park opens 8 and closes at 11 pm or midnight. California Adventure Park opens at 8 and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

 

Green Alien Holiday Macaron

 

Remember, expect crowds during the annual Candlelight Processional at Disneyland in early December. This event is not for public viewing, only invited guest receive seating and other areas are standing room (read, camp out all day for small visibility).

If you’re there that weekend, check out all these other options to do instead:

There’s so much to do and see at Disneyland Resort in 2023. Let me know if I can help you plan! Looking ahead to Disneyland 2024? It’s never too early to start planning. In fact, your tickets bought now are valid through 2024 as well. 

Disneyland 2024 Guide and Calendar

Disneyland in January 2024

Disneyland in January wraps up the holiday season and Disneyland Resort traditionally undergoes seasonal refurbishments and ride closures. Entertainment like fireworks and shows often run on limited schedules.  

Disneyland in January hours: Disneyland Park Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8 or 9 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 11 or midnight.

California Adventure Park Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8 or 9 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

 

Merry Cherry Punch

 

Get in the last bit of the holidays by the first full week of January. Experience these incredbile seasonal offerings:

 

Cars Land Snow Car

 

The Anaheim Ducks celebrate at Disney California Adventure. Join in this annual celebration in early January. 

Mid-January during MLK weekend, Star Wars fans unite in celebrating the anniversary of  Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction.

Will “Disney100 Years of Wonder” wrap up this month or go beyond the year mark?

Disney100 castle side 1

 

Every new year kicks off  Lunar New Year to celebrate wealth and prosperity. Mulan fans will love seeing more of this strong, brave Disney Princess during the festivities. And Disney foodies will rejoice at the return of Lunar New Year marketplaces. 

 

Mulans Lunar New Year

 

Late January usually hosts an After Dark event, see this article for more details

Questions about your Disneyland in January visit? Print your step by step Disneyland Plan now or submit a request for a one on one planning help. 

Disneyland in February 2024

Disneyland in February celebrates Lunar New Year and Disneyland Resort traditionally undergoes seasonal refurbishments and ride closures. Entertainment like fireworks and shows often run on limited schedules.  

Disneyland in February hours: Disneyland Park Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8 or 9 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 11 or midnight. California Adventure Park Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8 or 9 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

 

Lunar New Year light up lantern

 

Experience the full festivities of Lunar New Year which continue early February. Mulan is center stage along with color display of dancers and entertainment. 

Plus, see how you can celebrate Lunar New Year at home with some fun and easy decor and recipes. 

 

Lucky Wish Wall Lunar New Year

 

In search of good food during Lunar New Year? Your guide to all the food is right here

 

Lunar New Year macaron

 

Let’s not forget, February is the season of love and lots is happening during Valentine’s Month. But will we ever see the return of Valentine-inspired decor throughout the resort? The photo below showcases one of the Valentine displays from a few years ago.

 Sweethearts Nite is expected to return to Disneyland  in 2024. Each year it returns, it gets bigger and more popular!

Disneyland Valentine

 

Popping the question at Disneyland? I’ve outlined the most popular spots, along with some not-so-obvious places to purpose at Disneyland Resort

 

Propose at Disneyland

Disneyland in March 2024

Disneyland in March begins spring break and lots of exciting new food and entertainment. Disneyland Resort traditionally ups park hours as more guests take advantage of spring break and great weather. 

Disneyland in March hours: 

Disneyland in March, we expect a return to Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 11 or midnight.

For California Adventure in March we expect a return to Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8, 9 or 10 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

We will see a return of Princess Nite with Disneyland After Dark events? 

 

beer garden food and wine

 

One of my favorite times of year is back!  Food & Wine Festival,  it is truly for the whole family to enjoy.

 

Food and wine menu Disney

 

All of the traditional Food & Wine events are things I look forward to all year long. 

 

Jr Chef Alice in Wonderland Bakery

 

March at California Adventure Park may host a themed after hours event, see this article for the latest After Dark events. 

 

Sleeping Beauty float Magic Happens

 

I love visiting during spring break and often find crowds are lower than most people expect. Get discount Disneyland tickets here. 

Disneyland in April 2024

Disneyland in April continues spring break and lots of exciting new food and entertainment. Disneyland Resort traditionally ups park hours as more guests take advantage of spring break and great weather. 

Disneyland in April hours: 

Typical Disneyland Park hours are Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 11 or midnight.

Typical California Adventure Park hours are Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8, 9 or 10 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

 

Disneyland Easter egg hunt

 

Want to go on an Easter egg hunt? Spring marks the typical return of Eggstravaganza where kids of all ages can search for giant hidden eggs and earn a prize at the end of their egg hunt. 

 

food and wine watermelon lemonade

 

Food & Wine Festival returns in 2024 for you to sip, stroll and enjoy live entertainment at California Adventure Park during March and April. April also hosts Dapper Day, an unofficial Disneyland event. 

 

Disneyland After Dark. Photo courtesy of Disneyland Resort.
Courtesy Disneyland Resort

 

Disneyland is also  expected host Disneyland After Dark events.  See our Disneyland After Dark article for more info

Disneyland in May 2024

Disneyland in May is graduation and brand-new-things season. Disneyland Resort traditionally extends park hours as more guests take advantage of warm weather and last minute trips before the summer rush. 

Disneyland in May hours: Disneyland Park Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 10, 11 or midnight. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 11 or midnight. California Adventure Park Monday through Thursday opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 8, 9 or 10 pm. Friday through Sunday opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

 

Just Graduated button Disneyland

 

When people hear about Grad Nites at Disneyland, they tend to freak out a little bit. They’re nervous that the abundance of teens celebrating will ruin their vacation.

But let me reassure you. This event happens every year, and Disney keeps doing it because:

  1. it’s a great way to celebrate your graduate
  2. it’s been a success for year without disrupting other guests’ vacations. Don’t worry! Come to Disneyland, have a blast and keep reading to see what else is in store. 

 

Disneyland Band

 

This month Disneyland Park celebrates four years of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opening. I was there opening day and throughout the weekend. 

It’s a memory I will hold onto forever, but still there’s many people who haven’t been yet. I have an entire guide dedicated to the ins and outs of Galaxy’s Edge you can read here

Will Star Wars After Dark events return this year?  It’s been such a huge success each year, I don’t see why not! Check out our After Dark article for all the information and updates.

 

opening galaxys edge

 

Disneyland in May also opens up official swimming season! Now, most hotels here in Anaheim have heated pools that are open year-round. But if you need the warmer weather to start your tan, I suggest a stay and a full day at The Disneyland Hotel pool

 

Disneyland Hotel poolside

 

Disneyland in June 2024

Disneyland in June hosts graduation and summer celebrations! Disneyland Resort extends park hours as summer break arrives.

Disneyland June Hours

Disneyland Park opens 8 am and closes at midnight. California Adventure Park opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

Disneyland June Events

Here’s what is happening at Disneyland in June, along with a few important things to note:

 

Disneyland Hotel deluxe view room

 

The Disneyland Hotel has the best pool and waterslides of all the Disneyland Resort hotels, I’ve stayed at them all and this is still my favorite. Check out all my hotel reviews here for your summer stay

 

Magic Happens Cinderella

 

Which summer parade will grace Disneyland Park in 2023? Magic Happens and Paint the Night are two of my favorites, and summer 2024 will be a summer to remember.

Do you have more questions about your Disneyland in June visit? Print your step by step Disneyland Plan now or submit a request for a one on one planning help now.

Disneyland in July 2024

Disneyland in July is all about what’s new at Disneyland Resort and summer celebrations! Enjoy extended park hours and warm summer nights.

Disneyland July Hours

Disneyland Park opens 8 am and closes at midnight. California Adventure Park opens at 8 and closes at 10 pm.

 

Grizzly River Run Single Rider

Disneyland July Events

Here’s what is happening at Disneyland in July, along with a few important things to note:

 

th of July Disneyland

 

Need help with your Disneyland in July vacation? Print your step by step Disneyland Plan now or submit a request for a one on one planning help now.

Disneyland in August 2024

Disneyland in August is calling to you! Last minute summer vacations are still available, plus since many kids now go back to school in August it can be a less busy time of year. Enjoy extended park hours and warm summer nights.

Disneyland August Hours

Disneyland Park opens 8 or 9 am and closes at 11 pm or midnight. California Adventure Park opens at 8 or 9 am and closes at 9 or 10 pm.

Disneyland August Events

Here’s what is happening at Disneyland in August, along with a few important things to note:

 

Fireworks display

 

Looking ahead to more Disneyland 2023 events? Don’t forget ticket to Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party typically go on sale each summer. Or maybe a spring break trip in the works for your family? Get discount Disneyland tickets here before your trip.

We’ll keep adding to this Disneyland 2024 calendar as more details are released and can’t wait to help you plan that magical vacation you’ve been dreaming of!

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16 thoughts on “What’s New at Disneyland (2023 Calendar)

  • Mashelle

    I would love to go to Disneyland however I live in the state of Washington. I am really hoping that by the middle of October of the shear we out of staters have an idea when we will be welcomed back to the happiest place on Earth

  • Jessica

    Hi Jessica,
    I am planning for a family trip November 17-18. Plans are to attend Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Sunday and Monday Magic Kingdom. This will be my daughters 2nd birthday (11/16) and first visit. She LOVES Minnie and Daisy. Any tips and/or tricks for visiting with a toddler? My biggest want is to ensure she can interact with her favorite characters. Also trying to figure out if a dining plan is worth the cost at this age.

    • Hey Jessica, I don’t cover Walt Disney World only Disneyland. Since it sounds like you’re prepping for a visit to Florida, I suggest you check out WDW Prep School for all things Walt Disney World. Have a wonderful time on your vacation.

  • Amy Josephson

    Any idea if Mickey and Minnie will still be appearing in their birthday celebration outfits Sunday-Tuesday, June 9th-12th. See that several of the Get Your Ears on Events are ending the 6th and we arrive a few days after. My mom made a custom matching dress for my daughter so hoping we can still catch them in their birthday attire.

    • They have both already returned to their regular outfits as of June 1st I saw them in Town Square. I still think the custom outfit will be so amazing to wear and take pictures with the characters. They always get a big kick out of things like that.

  • SILVIA GARCILAZO

    Hi Jessica we when on 2014.
    Since there we had 2 granddaughters 6 months and 2 1/2 years old.
    that why we planned a trip for this year, we have 4 days, April 29 to May 02 2019
    We try to understand the Maxpass system and the switch ride.
    Our group is 5 adults and 2 babies .
    Now a have another worry, the Disneyland After Dark. Because we might leave the park early?
    Thank you, because we learn a lot from you.

    • Right now we still expect the castle to be under refurbishment in May. I’ll be updating this article with any news for May especially as we get closer to the end of March, be sure to check back then.

  • Leslie

    If sleeping Beauty’s castle will be closed for walkthroughs, does this mean no Princesses?!?! ? Our first trip to Disneyland is Jan 22-24, my 3 & 4 year girls will be crushed!

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