Disneyland is decked out for Halloween, which means there are several seasonal items to enjoy. The Halloween period runs through the end of October.
With your regular theme park admission ticket, you can see the Halloween themed versions of Space Mountain and Haunted Mansion Holiday, in addition to the decorations throughout the park. In the evenings, for an additional cost, Disneyland has the Mickey’s Halloween Party which offers a special parade, fireworks show and several other perks.
Seasonal Attractions
Inside the attraction, Space Mountain gets some new light effects and a spooky soundtrack for Halloween. The exterior of Space Mountain also gets a Halloween overlay with some neat light effects. Make sure to visit Tomorrowland at night to get the full effect.
Haunted Mansion Holiday is the most elaborate part of Disney’s Halloween decor. The attraction gets a full makeover every year that many consider to be even spookier than the original.
At California Adventure, “The Art of Frankenweenie Exhibition”will feature sketches, props, sets and puppets from Tim Burton’s new animated film, “Frankenweenie” from Sept. 14 through Nov. 5. It also includes a sneak peek of the movie.
Holiday Decorations
Main Street is a great place to take a photo around Halloween. There are more than 300 jack-o-lanterns throughout Main Street and an exceptionally large Mickey pumpkin in Town Square (where the Christmas tree traditionally is placed).
Frontierland is decorated for dia de los Muertos (day of the dead) with cheerful skeletons and traditional items like sugar skulls for the Mexican holiday.
Big Thunder Ranch in Frontierland is a great place to take young children for some Halloween fun. The Disneyland Halloween Carnival will feature pumpkin carvers, Halloween décor, and activities for youngsters. There will also be a tent where you can meet with some of the villains from various Disney films.
Mickey’s Halloween Party
It requires a separate ticket purchase, but the after-hours Mickey’s Halloween Party is a favorite among parents with young children. It is a fun, safe way to take your child trick-or-treating and the whole family is allowed to wear a costume to the event (something you can’t do during regular park hours).
Mickey’s Halloween Party will take place in Disneyland Park on 11 special Monday, Tuesday and Friday nights: Sept. 28 and Oct. 2, 5, 9, 12, 15, 19, 23, 26, 29 and 31. Tickets are on sale now for the general public, with information at www.Disneyland.com/Halloween.
With your ticket to the event, you will be allowed into Disneyland three hours early during the “mix in” phase. When it comes time for the party to start, the day guests will be asked to leave and only those with the party tickets will be allowed to stay. It is a nice little perk to enter early and to experience a few rides before the trick-or-treating begins.
Tickets for Mickey’s Halloween Party are $54 for select nights when purchased in advance. Other nights are $64 when purchased on the day of the event. All tickets to Mickey’s Halloween Party on Monday, Oct. 29, and Halloween Night, Wednesday, Oct. 31, are $69. Check out our Mickey’s Halloween Party article for the full price list and dates.
Highlights of Mickey’s Halloween Party include:
- Trick-or-treat stations offering both candy and healthy treats
- The “Halloween Screams” fireworks spectacular, hosted by “Master of Scare-omonies” Jack Skellington (presented exclusively for guests of Mickey’s Halloween Party)
- ”Mickey’s Costume Party” cavalcade, performed twice nightly
- Dance parties, where you can dance with Disney characters to lively music
- An opportunity for everyone in the family to attend the park in costumes
- Photo locations with some popular Disney and Pixar Pals, and Disney Villains
- All Disneyland rides and attractions will be open, in addition to the seasonal Halloween-themed attractions Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy
- Parking for one standard-size vehicle
Halloween at Disneyland Ends October 31
The seasonal decorations and attractions will only be offered for a limited time. If you have ever wanted to get a photo with a Disney villain or just want to enjoy the fall decor, now is a great time to visit.
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