What’s New at Disneyland 2020

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What’s new at Disneyland 2019 and 2020, plus Disneyland ticket discounts, month-by-month Disneyland vacation planning guide and details on the all new lands: Avengers Campus and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

Disneyland News & Updates

You’re still in the right place for 2019 planning, but so much has been announced for 2020! I want to make sure you’re in the know. Get updates direct to your inbox, just tell me when you’re going to Disneyland in 2019 and you’ll get Disneyland updates and planning tips for your visit.

Disneyland 2020 packages are open. Lock in low prices with as little as $175 down with my ticket partner.

 

• Need help deciding when to go? Browse each season here and continue reading through this planning guide as well. 
• January 17, 2020 Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction opens in Galaxy’s Edge.
• A new land Avengers Campus will debut in 2020. 
• “Magic Happens” a new parade at Disneyland Park debuts spring 2020. 
• New plant-based menu items arrive at all quick service and table service dining in spring 2020. 
• August 27-30, 2020 Star Wars Celebration at The Anaheim Convention Center, hotel prices will be high and they will sell out for these dates quickly. 
• Beyond 2020, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, the first major Mickey-themed ride, opening in 2022 in Mickey’s Toontown. 

Disneyland Resort is always changing. Here’s some things you need to know before you go. 

 

 

• All wagons banned, and other policy changes effective May 1, 2019. 
• Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now open!
• Magic Happens, a new Disneyland parade starts spring 2020.
• You can now get a FASTPASS for World of Color and Fantasmic via Disney MaxPass.

Plus, here’s a detailed look at what is scheduled for each month at Disneyland in 2019 and into 2020.

Disneyland in January 2020

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.

 

 

Get in the last bit of the holidays by January 6th. Experience these incredbile seasonal offerings:

• Festival of Holidays and Viva Navidad
• Snowfall at Disneyland Resort
• Holiday Desserts, there’s over 75!
• Complete Disneyland Resort Holiday Guide 

 

 

January 8th the Anaheim Ducks celebrate at Disney California Adventure. Join in, details here!

 

Mid-January during MLK weekend, Star Wars fans unite in a galaxy far, far away for the second main attraction in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. January 17, 2020 Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction opens in Galaxy’s Edge. Read all about Galaxy’s Edge, including food to eat, best time to ride and building a droid and lightsaber here. 

 

 

January 17th also kicks off Lunar New Year to celebrate wealth and prosperity with Year of the Mouse. 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. 

 

 

January 29, 2020 is the first After Dark event of the year, bring on the 80s. 

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 2020

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.

 

 

Experience the full festivities of Lunar New Year which continue through February 9th. Mulan is center stage along with color display of dancers and entertainment. 

 

 

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

 

 

Let’s not forget, February is the season of love and lots is happening during Valentine’s Month, including the return of Valentine-inspired decor throughout the resort. Also returning from 2019, Sweethearts night at Disneyland runs two nights in a row! February 12 & 13, 2020. 

 

 

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

 

 

February 28th kicks off Food & Wine Festival as well! Even earlier this year than last year. Do you have more questions about your Disneyland in February visit? Print your step by step Disneyland Plan now or submit a request for a one on one planning help now.

Disneyland in March 2020

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 Park 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. 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.

 

 

One of my favorite times of year is back! And it can only mean one thing, Food & Wine Festival at Disney California Adventure Park. This event is free with park admission and is truly for the whole family to enjoy.

 

 

Everyone will love using their Sip & Savor Pass to sample small bites, drinks and desserts throughout the Food & Wine Festival marketplaces. 

 

 

Kids get access to free coloring, crafts and Jr Chef with Chef Goofy, so no one is left out during this spring break event. 

 

 

March 5, 2020 at California Adventure Park hosts Pixar Nite, an after hours event. 

I love visiting during spring break and often find crowds are lower than most people expect. Get discount Disneyland tickets here and use promo code Happiest10 when you add a hotel to your package. 

Disneyland in April 2020

Disneyland in April is spring break and Easter season. Disneyland Resort traditionally ups park hours as more guests take advantage of spring break and great weather. 

Disneyland in April 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.

 

 

Want to go on an Easter egg hunt? Spring marks the 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. And if you’re worried you may have missed Food & Wine Festival, worry no more!

 

 

Food & Wine Festival is a family event where you can sip, stroll and enjoy live entertainment at California Adventure Park during March and April. April 19 is also Dapper Day, an unofficial Disneyland event. 

 

 

Looking ahead to more Disneyland 2020 events? Don’t forget ticket to Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party go on sale this month. Is a spring break trip in the works for your family? Get discount Disneyland tickets here and use promo code Happiest10 when you add a hotel to your package. 

April 30, 2020 at California Adventure Park, a preview of Oogie Boogie Bash, sorta. It’s Disneyland After Dark Villains Nite. 

Disneyland in May 2020

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.

 

 

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 one: it’s a great way to celebrate (I can’t wait til my little graduates can do the same one year) and two: 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 Park celebrate one year 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. 

 

 

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. 

 

 

Looking ahead to more Disneyland 2020 events? Don’t forget ticket to Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party are on sale now. Is a  Get discount Disneyland tickets here and use promo code Happiest10 when you add a hotel to your package. 

Disneyland in June 2020

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

Disneyland in 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.

Grad Nites continue through the middle of June, but don’t let the grads crash your party—it’s totally going to be okay. 

 

 

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” a new parade at Disneyland Park debuts spring 2020 and I can’t wait to take a first look with new songs and floats. Avengers Campus is also expected to open in time for summer crowds. 

 

 

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 2020

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

Disneyland in July hours: Disneyland Park opens 8 am and closes at midnight. California Adventure Park opens at 8 and closes at 10 pm.

 

 

Magic Happens” a new parade at Disneyland Park debuts spring 2020 and I can’t wait to take a first look with new songs and floats. Avengers Campus is also expected to open in time for summer crowds. If you’re spending the 4th of July at Disneyland, staying on site at a Disneyland Resort hotel is your best bet to experience it all!

 

 

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 2020

Disneyland in August is calling to you! Last minute summer vacations are still available. Enjoy extended park hours and warm summer nights.

Disneyland in 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.

 

 

August 2-3, 2020 Star Wars Celebration at hosted at The Anaheim Convention Center, hotel prices will be high and they will sell out for these dates quickly. D23 Expo is also hosted in August every other year including 2021, 2023 and so on. 

 

 

Annual CHOC Walk August 11th to support Children’s Hospital of Orange County. Expect more crowds that weekend, but don’t stress too much about it! It’s all for a wonderful cause and I can help with your very own step by step Disneyland Plan.

 

 

Looking ahead to more Disneyland 2020 events? Don’t forget ticket to Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party are on sale now. Is a  Get discount Disneyland tickets here and use promo code Happiest10 when you add a hotel to your package. 

Disneyland in September 2020

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

 

 

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. 

 

 

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!

 

 

Oogie Boogie Bash, the new Halloween Party at California Adventure also kicks off this month. Exclusive shows and trick or treating are among the festivities, including Villainous World of Color. 

 

Disneyland in October 2019

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

 

 

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. 

 

 

Gay Days, an unofficial Disney event is the first weekend in October. Expect larger crowds and lots of rainbow shopping and treats during this weekend. Oogie Boogie Bash is also in full swing, so check dates before your arrival.

 

 

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

Disneyland in November 2019

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. 

 

 

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.

 

 

• Holiday Season at Disneyland Resort
• Thanksgiving Dinner at Disneyland– try one of these delicious meal options
• Mickey and Friends Band-tastic Cavalcade returns this month for a short run. This “mini-parade” features the Disneyland band and has quick viewing of favorite characters
• Mickey’s Mix Magic has a brief run for the first week of November

 

Disneyland in December 2019

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. 

 

 

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.

 

Remember, expect crowds over December 7 & 8 when the annual Candlelight Processional happens at Disneyland. 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:

• Festival of Holidays and Viva Navidad
• Snowfall at Disneyland Resort
• Holiday Desserts, there’s over 75!
• A Christmas Fantasy Parade is back
• Complete Disneyland Resort Holiday Guide 

Disneyland Calendar 2019 & 2020

When is the best time to go to Disneyland? For lower crowd levels, choose a weekday during the school year. You can also check Disneyland’s calendar and look out for “value” days which indicate Disney’s desire for better crowd distribution. Typically, these days offer lower level crowds but also have less Annual Passholder restrictions which could increase attendance. 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 the calendar below 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:

• Skip the lines with Disney MaxPass in 2019
• Utilize Rider Switch when traveling with children
• Single Rider lines can be a huge time-saver
• Get on more rides with a Disneyland Plan

 

 

 

Disneyland Ticket Prices

Disneyland ticket prices went up on January 6, 2019 which is a whole month earlier than we expected an increase. For a limited time you can get Disneyland 2019 tickets at 2018 prices. Lock in your discount Disneyland ticket prices now. Get multi-day tickets for as low as $63 per day (price accurate at time of publishing, based on 5-day Disneyland Resort 1-park per day adult ticket).

 

 

Can I get one day discount Disneyland tickets? One day tickets will cost you the most money per day because only Disneyland itself sells one day tickets. 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. Because of demand-based pricing, you could pay anywhere from $104 to $204 for just one day! Compare that to buying a two day ticket from Get Away Today at $208 and you could pay only a few bucks more to spend 2 days at Disneyland Resort instead of 1 day. 

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 2019. If you’re doing Disneyland on a budget, do not buy your tickets from Disney. You’ll be paying top dollar with no discounts! Instead, buy your discount Disneyland tickets from Get Away Today (the first company to ever work direct with Disneyland to sell authorized tickets!).

Disneyland Layaway Option. Did you know you can lock in low rates on Disneyland tickets or hotel & ticket packages? In addition to the already low rates, you’ll still get perks like free night specials, free breakfast, no resort fees and free parking when you choose the layaway option from Get Away Today!

Here’s how it works:

1. Search for your perfect ticket only or hotel and Disneyland ticket package.
2. A small down-payment (includes non-refundable layaway fee) secures your low cost Disneyland vacation.
3. Make payments prior to your vacation and it’s all good toward your dream Disneyland trip!
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 2019 or 2020, let’s chat on my Facebook page.