Disneyland Resort has announced all of their event dates for 2026! Attraction opening dates, all of the different festivals, and special events are all announced. There’s even Oogie Boogie Bash dates in here! In this post, we’ll share all of the details as well as a few special ticket discounts the resort is offering! Let’s get to the calendar.

Disneyland Resort 70^th Celebration Continues Through Aug. 9, 2026

In 2026, the Disneyland Resort 70^th Celebration will continue to honor seven decades of happiness. The slate of anniversary entertainment will be back in full swing beginning in January, expanding upon the offerings that continued through the 2025 Halloween and Holiday seasons, such as “World of Color Happiness!” and “Tapestry of Happiness.” The 70th entertainment returning includes:

• “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade”
• “Wondrous Journeys”
• “Paint the Night” parade
• Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and pals in 70^th Celebration attire at Disneyland park

As your visit nears, check the hours and events calendar on Disneyland.com for the latest performance dates and schedules.

This magical, milestone celebration is only here for a limited time! The last day to enjoy the 70^th Celebration will be August 9, 2026.

Bluey Debuts at Disneyland Park March 22, 2026

Beginning March 22, 2026, and continuing through the year, “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” at the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland park will celebrate the heart and humor of the critically acclaimed Disney+ animated series, Bluey.

This immersive, family-friendly celebration will transform the Fantasyland Theatre into the grounds of Bluey’s school, where you can join the fun of Bluey’s best day ever. Throughout the day, Bluey and her sister Bingo will appear live on stage, joining a troupe of comedic actors and musicians. Together, they will bring to life the popular music and games emblematic of beloved Bluey episodes, inspiring young families and guests of all ages to participate.

From entertaining live musical show moments that seamlessly segue into iconic games like Keepy Uppy, to interactive adventures in a life-sized Gnome Village and Fairy Garden, it’s a special time when play is welcomed and memories are created by all. You can step into the fair at Bluey’s school with the Grannies, Chattermax, Unicorse and delight in themed foods at Troubadour Tavern, inspired by the animated series.

2026 Festivals and Limited-Time Celebrations

Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure Park (January 23-February 22): To ring in the Year of the Horse, Horace Horsecollar will make appearances during this joyous festival that honors Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean traditions. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse return in their Korean-inspired outfits, and new this year, several Disney characters will debut all-new outfits with representations of Vietnamese and Chinese attire. Guests may also meet a character from the Pixar Animation Studios film Turning Red.

Celebrate Gospel (February 20-21 and February 27-28): New for 2026, this uplifting annual concert will move to Downtown Disney District for two weekends full of performances by community choirs in Southern California and featuring headlining talent Hezekiah Walker (February 21) and Yolanda Adams (February 28).

Anaheim Ducks Day (February 22): This fan and park-goer favorite returns for one day to California Adventure, featuring appearances by select Anaheim Ducks players and Wild Wing, hockey-themed entertainment and activities, photo opportunities, and more.

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival (March 6-April 27): Celebrating the epicurean bounty of the Golden State, curious connoisseurs of cuisine can expect limited-time food offerings, beverage seminars, culinary demos, and family-friendly entertainment.

Disney On the Yard – Yardfest: Powered by Celebrate Soulfully (June 19): This community event returns to Downtown Disney District for its second year. During the day, join a celebration of the spirit and traditions that may be found at historically Black colleges and universities, along with drum majors and Drum Major Mickey Mouse accompanied by a drumline.

D23 Day at Disneyland Resort (August 13) and Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party (August 13-16): The countdown to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event begins with D23 Day at Disneyland Resort, a one-day event where all guests visiting Disneyland Resort can discover magical surprises, themed moments, and fan-favorite experiences that celebrate the worlds of Disney. 

Plus, Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Party returns for a one-day special event tailored to families with young children at Disney California Adventure park featuring live entertainment, Disney Jr. characters and activities, and fun photo opportunities, before extending the festivities into a three-day event at Downtown Disney District.

Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort (August 21-October 31): Festive frights and pumpkin delights return for guests of all ages to enjoy, including seasonal attractions, family-friendly entertainment, and autumnal accoutrements throughout the resort. 

Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park (August 21-November 2): The annual celebration of the everlasting bonds of family and the spirit of Día De Los Muertos returns, inspired by the Academy Award-winning Pixar Animation Studios film Coco.

Holidays at the Disneyland Resort (Begins November 18): Families can celebrate diverse and cherished holiday traditions during this whimsical wintry season, featuring enchanting décor, jolly entertainment, and festive foods. This season of celebrations also includes Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure park.

2026 Separately Ticketed, After-Hours Events

If you enjoy some Disney fun after the sun goes down, consider attending an after-hours event! These separately ticketed events for guests of all ages feature special themes, a pre-party park mix-in, shorter wait times for select attractions, unique food and beverage, and lively entertainment, plus unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads from the event.

Disneyland After Dark 2026

Disneyland After Dark will host five themed after-hour events at Disneyland park in 2026, with four returning fan-favorite themes and the debut of one brand-new theme.

2026 Disneyland After Dark Events

• Sweethearts’ Nite: select nights January 22-February 17
• NEW! 70 Years of Favorites: March 3 and March 5
• Disney Channel Nite: April 12, April 14, and April 16
• Star Wars Nite: April 28, April 30, May 4, and May 6
• Pride Nite: June 16 and June 18

Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party 2026

In 2026, the after-hours Halloween party at California Adventure will offer more nights than before with 33 different dates.

August 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash Dates

• Tuesday, August 18
• Thursday, August 20
• Sunday, August 23
• Tuesday, August 25
• Thursday, August 27
• Sunday, August 30

September 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash Dates

• Tuesday, September 1
• Thursday, September 3
• Sunday, September 6
• Tuesday, September 8
• Thursday, September 10
• Sunday, September 13
• Tuesday, September 15
• Thursday, September 17
• Sunday, September 20
• Tuesday, September 22
• Thursday, September 24
• Sunday, September 27
• Tuesday, September 29

October 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash Dates

• Thursday, October 1
• Sunday, October 4
• Tuesday, October 6
• Thursday, October 8
• Sunday, October 11
• Tuesday, October 13
• Thursday, October 15
• Sunday, October 18
• Tuesday, October 20
• Thursday, October 22
• Sunday, October 25
• Tuesday, October 27
• Thursday, October 29
• Saturday, October 31

New and Returning Experiences

In addition to limited-time events, festivals, and separately ticketed offerings, Disneyland Resort has even more magic coming in 2026 and beyond.

New Mission for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

A new mission is touching down in Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland park. The all-new story, centered around The Mandalorian and Grogu, arrives May 22, 2026, in time with the new Star Wars film, releasing in theaters the same weekend.

Stay tuned for even more exciting news about Star Wars experiences at Disneyland, coming soon, including the return of Hyperspace Mountain for a limited time beginning April 28.

Soarin’ Across America

In celebration of America’s 250^th anniversary, the fan-favorite attraction Soarin’ will receive an all-new airborne adventure across the U.S. beginning at Disneyland Resort on July 2, 2026. The attraction will be titled Soarin’ Across America, showcasing some of the country’s natural beauty and iconic cityscapes.

New Restaurants and Shopping at Downtown Disney District

After welcoming Disney Wonderful World of Sweets, Parkside Market, Disney Storyland Boutique, and Nectar Life in 2025, Downtown Disney District continues its exciting transformation with the opening of Earl of Sandwich and Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby, as well as athletic apparel retailer lululemon, slated for 2026.

Disneyland Railroad Guided Tour

The Disneyland Railroad guided tour returns to Disneyland park on January 16, 2026. Bookings will be available on Disneyland.com beginning January 8.

Take a journey to discover Walt Disney’s passion for trains and ride in the Presidential Car of the Disneyland Railroad, the Lilly Belle.

Work Underway on Future Expansion

Additionally, you may also see some exciting projects begin work in 2026. In both the Esplanade and Disney California Adventure park, construction will begin for the future expansion of Disneyland Resort, including the first-ever attraction themed to Pixar Animation Studios’ Coco, and the future Avatar destination. Construction for the expansion of Avengers Campus is already underway.

Save Money with Special Offers

To welcome as many guests as possible, Disneyland Resort offers a variety of ticket options and special offers for travelers planning their 2026 vacations right now, as well as limited-time promotional offers throughout the year.

Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer

Parents can let kids rule this summer and get a head start on summer vacation planning. A limited-time Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer will be available to purchase beginning January 21, 2026, for visits between May 22 through September 7, 2026.

Children ages 3 through 9 can visit Disneyland Resort for as low as $50 per child per day with 1-Day, 2-Day and 3-Day Park Hopper ticket options. Add Lightning Lane Multi Pass for an additional fee.

California Resident 3-Day Park Hopper Ticket Deal

On sale beginning December 3, 2025, eligible California residents can purchase 3-Day Park Hopper tickets for as low as $83 a day per person for a total cost of $249 or a 3-Day Park Hopper ticket with Lightning Lane Multi Pass for as low as $117 per person per day for a total cost of $351. This offer is available for visits between January 1 through May 21, 2026. Savings based on regular-priced Adult 3-Day Park Hopper Ticket.

Save on Select Hotel Stays

You may save up to 25% on stays of three or more nights from January 1, 2026, through May 21, 2026, at a Disneyland Resort hotel, subject to availability and restrictions.*

In the summer, extending vacation plans with an on-property stay can save up to 25% on stays of four or more nights from May 22 through September 7, 2026, at a Disneyland Resort Hotel, with reservations beginning January 21, 2026, subject to availability and restrictions.**

Commentary

Wowza! That’s a lot of news for Tuesday in December. Frankly, it’s too much news to address all in one post. We’ll add in details to individual posts over the coming days when it comes to attractions opening and Oogie Boogie dates. Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful to have those dates this early! But it seems like overkill to address it all in one post.

I will address the actual calendar, as Disneyland has shorter timeframes for Christmas in 2026 than they did this year. Some of that is a byproduct of the actual calendar. Thanksgiving was very late in 2025. But seeing Disneyland not start the holiday festivities until November 18th is surprising. For what it’s worth, Halloween stays almost exactly the same next year, with an August 21st date as opposed to this year’s August 22nd date.

Finally, seeing the 70th anniversary festivities wrap up on August 9th isn’t much of a surprise. That is around the time schools restart in Southern California and mid-August has been pretty quiet for the last few years. We’re excited to see the 70th stick around for one more summer, as it offers excellent entertainment. 2026 should be another fun year at Disneyland Resort!

Will you be visiting Disneyland Resort in 2025? Let us know, along with any questions you might have, in the comments below! Planning a trip to Disneyland Resort? Check out our Disneyland Trip Planning Guide to help you out. If you enjoy what you are reading here on Wandering in Disney please share this post with your friends and like our social media pages. You can also subscribe to the blog via WordPress or email. All of those links are on the right side of this page. Thank you for reading, we really appreciate it!