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.
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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.
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:
- A 3rd attraction coming to Avengers Campus in California Adventure Park
- Paradise Pier Hotel will be reimagined in 2023 as the Pixar Place Hotel and its full change will be unvieled late 2023.
- 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“
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.
What parades will be running during my visit?
Disneyland yearly parade guide is right here.
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.
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.
Lock in your discount Disneyland ticket prices now. Get multi-day tickets for around $100 per day with my ticket partners.
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!
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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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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
- Dapper Day outing at Disneyland Resort, visit DapperDay.com for details
- Thanksgiving Dinner at Disneyland– try one of these delicious meal options
- Mickey and Friends Band-tastic Cavalcade might return this month for a short run. This “mini-parade” features the Disneyland band and has quick viewing of favorite characters
- Believe in Holiday Magic fireworks returns
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.
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 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:
- 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
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 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.
Get in the last bit of the holidays by the first full week of January. Experience these incredbile seasonal offerings:
- Festival of Holidays and Viva Navidad
- Holiday Desserts, there’s over 75!
- Complete Disneyland Resort Holiday Guide
- Mickey’s Mix Magic generally returns after the holiday wrap up
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?
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.
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.
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.
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. 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!
Popping the question at Disneyland? I’ve outlined the most popular spots, along with some not-so-obvious places to purpose at Disneyland Resort.
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?
One of my favorite times of year is back! Food & Wine Festival, it is truly for the whole family to enjoy.
All of the traditional Food & Wine events are things I look forward to all year long.
March at California Adventure Park may host a themed after hours event, see this article for the latest After Dark events.
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.
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 & 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 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.
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:
- it’s a great way to celebrate your graduate
- 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.
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.
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 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:
- Pride Month celebrations happening all month long!
- Avengers Campus celebrates three years on June 4th. Have you been to the newest land in California Adventure?
- Grad Nites continue through the middle of June, but don’t let the grads crash your party it’s totally going to be okay.
- Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on sale this month for Halloween Time!
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.
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.
Disneyland July Events
Here’s what is happening at Disneyland in July, along with a few important things to note:
- 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! We tend to stay over the 4th of July often and always have a blast with pool days and theme park fun.
- Fireworks are a staple of summer fun; see the fireworks schedule here.
- Disneyland’s birthday on July 17, check out special birthday episodes of the Disneyland with Kids podcast here.
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:
- Annual CHOC Walk each August 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 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!
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
I think October looks fantastic!
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.
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.
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.
Hi Silvia. I am so glad you asked! Rider Switch details are right here. That should give you a good start and my MaxPass Guide is here. If you’re visiting during Disneyland After Dark, you will only have to leave when the park closes, which is around 8 or 9 pm, depending on the event. Let me know if you have more questions, happy to help.
We are going April 28 through May 3. I would love to know about special events during that time. Thank you!
The best way to get updates is to sign up for the email newsletter at the top. Choose just April so you don’t get double the emails :). So excited for your trip!
I am going May 1-5. First time not in July. Do you know about closures and hours in May?
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.
What months are considered Spring? I’m going sun-tuesday last days of April
They say “spring” so they can be flexible with the scheduling. I’d say April and even into late May can be considered spring.
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!
You can still meet princesses! The princess meet and greets are in the Royal Hall which is a totally separate entrance and access point. 🙂