Disneyland Events

NOTE: All event dates/entertainment are subject to change

Major Events at the Disneyland Resort

October

Mid-September to Halloween

Halloween Time features Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, plus holiday decorations throughout the parks!

At California Adventure, Oogie Boogie rises over the entrance and bats invade Buena Vista Street, plus Hall-O-Ween comes to Cars Land!

November

Christmas at the Disneyland Resort

Mid-November - Early Janaury

Celebrate the Holidays with classic Christmas parades and fireworks at Disneyland Park, plus Christmas in Cars Land and a salute to holidays around the world at California Adventure.

Disneyland Thanksgiving Day Dining
November 26, 2020
The Disneyland Resort offers a variety of dining on Thanksgiving Day.

December

Christmas at the Disneyland Resort

Mid-November - Early January

Celebrate the Holidays with classic Christmas parades and fireworks at Disneyland Park, plus Christmas in Cars Land and a salute to holidays around the world at California Adventure.

New Year's Eve at the Disneyland Resort

December 31, 2020

New Year's Eve celebrations take place at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure with extended hours and extra entertainment.

Napa Rose hosts a early family dinner featuring a 4-course wine country feast, with reservations available from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. A late dinner begins at 8:15pm, starting with live music and a champagne reception. Late dinner includes a 5-course tasting menu, followed by music to dance the night away.

January

Christmas at the Disneyland Resort

Mid-November - Early-January

Celebrate the Holidays with classic Christmas parades and fireworks at Disneyland Park, plus Christmas in Cars Land and a salute to holidays around the world at California Adventure.

February

March

California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

2021 dates to be announced

Experience the best of California cuisine at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival.

At the Festival Marketplace, guests will be able to sip and savor food from throughout the Golden State.

The Festival also features culinary demonstrations, celebrity chef appearances and special seminars, plus premium experiences .

April

California Adventure Food & Wine Festival

2021 dates to be announced

Experience the best of California cuisine at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival.

At the Festival Marketplace, guests will be able to sip and savor food from throughout the Golden State.

The Festival also features culinary demonstrations, celebrity chef appearances and special seminars, plus premium experiences .

For schedules and more information, visit our Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival page.

Easter at the Disneyland Resort

April 04, 2021

Disneyland Resort Hotel restaurants offer special Easter dinners.

May

Star Wars Day - May the 4th

May 4, 2021

Disneyland Park celebrates May the 4th in Tomorrowland with some special events and merchandise.

Disneyland Grad Nite

2021 Dates to be announced

The party takes place from 9pm to 2 am at Disney California Advenure with a customized Grad Nite Good Nite water and light show, access to Cars Land and a dance party. Grads can also upgrade their tickets to include daytime park access.

Summer at the Disneyland Resort

Memorial Day - Labor Day

Summer at the Disneyland Resort is always filled with fun and exciting new shows, merchandise, and food!

June

Summer at the Disneyland Resort

Memorial Day - Labor Day

Summer at the Disneyland Resort is always filled with fun and exciting new shows, merchandise, and food!

July

Summer at the Disneyland Resort

Memorial Day - Labor Day

Summer at the Disneyland Resort is always filled with fun and exciting new shows, merchandise, and food!

Independence Day at Disneyland!

July 4, 2021

On the Fourth of July there will be a special patriotic fireworks at Disneyland Park, plus special dining options and other fun.

August

Summer at the Disneyland Resort

Memorial Day - Labor Day

Summer at the Disneyland Resort is always filled with fun and exciting new shows, merchandise, and food!

September

Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Mid-September to Halloween

Halloween Time at Disneyland Park features Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, plus holiday decorations throughout the park! At California Adventure, Oogie Boogie rises over the entrance and bats invade Buena Vista Street, plus Hall-O-Ween comes to Cars Land!

CHOC/Disneyland Resort Walk in the Park - 5K Walk
2021 date to be announced, moving to earlier in the year
The annual CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County) 5K walk to raise money for CHOC will give walkers unique opportunity to walk through Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure before they officially open for the day. After the Walk, festivities will be underway in Downtown Disney District, where shops, restaurants and booths will offer more fun for everyone! In addition, the Disneyland Resort will offer to walkers with wristbands a specially priced 1-day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper ticket to return to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure.

D23 Expo

September 9-11, 2022
Celebrate all things Disney as the D23 Expo once again takes over the Anaheim Convention Center. As always, the event will feature the Disney Legend Awards, the Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Exhibit, panels, presentations and celebrity appearances. For 2022, also look for plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company.

Visit our D23 Expo page for photos, articles, and information from the 2019 event.