Get ready for ghosts, ghouls, and all things pumpkin spice! Disneyland Resort is pulling out all the stops for its 2026 Halloween and fall celebrations, bringing back beloved traditions and introducing some spooky new surprises.

From frightfully fun treats to thrilling ride overlays and incredible decorations, it’s going to be an unforgettable season. Are you ready?

If you can’t wait for autumn leaves, crisp air, and spirits materializing around every corner, you’re in luck! The fall festivities kick off in late August. Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort runs from August 21 through October 31, 2026. This means plenty of time to experience everything the parks offer.

Before the spooky season fully takes hold, you can still enjoy the “Paint the Night” parade and “Wondrous Journeys” in Disneyland Park for a limited time from August 10-20, 2026. Plus, “World of Color – ONE” lights up Disney California Adventure Park again, starting August 10 and continuing through the Halloween season.

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their friends debut brand-new outfits in Town Square, featuring whimsical harlequin patterns, ruffled collars, and sweet confection details in vibrant orange, yellow, and black hues.

Jack Skellington makes his grand return, transforming the eerie Haunted Mansion into Haunted Mansion Holiday. Inside, you’ll find a stunning new gingerbread house design in the ballroom – you can even smell it! Keep an eye out for Sally, Zero, and Oogie Boogie from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas as they haunt the halls.

Capture the perfect fall photo in front of Frontierland’s legendary Halloween Tree. Don’t miss the Main Street Pumpkin Festival, centered around the colossal Mickey Mouse pumpkin. This year, look closely at the pumpkins surrounding the Partners Statue; you might spot new carvings honoring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, featuring Chewbacca and the Millennium Falcon.

Each evening, “Halloween Screams” lights up the night. Vindictive villains project colorful scenes onto Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, U.S.A., “it’s a small world,” and the Rivers of America. Maleficent, Ursula, and other favorite fiends fill the sky with macabre music. On select nights, spectacular fireworks burst into the sky, adding extra magic to the villainous show.

Want an even deeper dive into the eerie? Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour takes you on a unique journey through Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, exploring spooky tales. This tour costs extra and requires valid theme park admission.

A festive chill settles over Disney California Adventure Park. Look for Oogie Boogie silhouetted by a full moon, a swarm of “bats” flying from Carthay Circle Restaurant’s tower, and the Headless Horseman statue greeting guests on Buena Vista Street.

Cars Land transforms into “Radiator Screams,” complete with “car-achnids,” a “pump-kin” patch, and residents in their best “car-stumes.” Take a spin on Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree and Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween. Each evening, supernatural spirits take over Cars Land for a haunting “Sha-BOO” moment, as the neon lights flicker and illuminate the roads in a ghostly glow.

In Avengers Campus, Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark takes over the Collector’s Fortress each late afternoon. Join Rocket to distract menacing monsters and save Groot. Prepare for unexpected ups and downs!

Young guests will adore “Mickey’s Trick and Treat” at the Disney Theater in Hollywood Land, starting August 18. They can dance to Halloween tunes, play with bubbles, and hang out with Mickey Mouse and his friends.

The wickedly wonderful fun continues with tempting treats, “boo-tiful” merchandise, and autumnal touches across Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and beyond.

We already got a taste of some returning treats during Halfway to Halloween in April, including the Oogie Boogie Lemonade from Smokejumpers Grill and the Heatwave Pizza from Alien Pizza Planet. Get ready for an exceptional assortment of pumpkin treats and monstrously good eats; a full Foodie Guide will be revealed closer to the season.

Whether your fall style leans playfully scary or adorably ghostly, you’ll find plenty of merchandise throughout the resort. Look for hockey jerseys featuring a festive Mickey pumpkin and autumnal-inspired ear headbands. Start planning your spooky season outfits now!

Even the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort embrace the spirit of the season with ghastly ornamentation. Look forward to brand-new decor inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. at Pixar Place Hotel, and Haunted Mansion-themed touches at Disneyland Hotel. The culinary teams also prepare incredible confection displays for Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disneyland Hotel.

For those who love to dine with characters, don’t miss the seasonal character dining options! Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian hosts Mickey’s Autumn Adventures for breakfast and brunch, and Clarabelle’s Enchanted Halloween Dinner in the evenings. At Disneyland Hotel, Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates Halloween with fun-filled meals all day long. Keep an eye on the official website for reservation availability later this summer.

Adults aged 21 and over can enjoy a special Halloween-themed cocktail menu at Broken Spell Lounge in Disneyland Hotel. For an additional cost, the talented stylists at Tenaya Stone Spa in Disney’s Grand Californian can create a Halloween look with hair, makeup, or nails inspired by your favorite Disney characters. You can also indulge in seasonal services like the Wicked to the Core foot treatment.

The Downtown Disney District transforms with autumnal adornments, themed eats, and seasonal shopping. The Downtown Disney LIVE! stage and lawn will host movie nights on select evenings, showing beloved fall films, or you might catch a lively musical performance.

Join Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit! Search for uniquely designed Disney pumpkins throughout Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and Downtown Disney. Purchase a special activity map from retail locations across the resort to help you find them, then redeem it for a keepsake prize. Remember, separate park admission is required to participate in this fun family activity.

Disney California Adventure Park celebrates the everlasting bonds of family and the spirit of Día de los Muertos with nods to Pixar’s Coco during Plaza de la Familia, from August 21 through November 2, 2026.

Let the music move you with “The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate the Musical World of Coco!” A traveling troupe of storytellers brings songs like “Remember Me” and “The World Es Mi Familia” to life. You can also sing and dance along to live mariachi music at the Paradise Garden Bandstand.

As you stroll through Paradise Gardens Park, admire the vibrant marigold arch, striking calaca (skeleton) statues, and a memory wall where you can add a note of remembrance for loved ones.

Paradise Garden Grill offers specialty menu items for the season, including the returning Chilaquiles Carnitas Torta. This delicious dish features red chilaquiles, refried beans, avocado spread, queso fresco, pickled red onions, and a fried egg, served with chips. Get ready for the full Foodie Guide soon!

A Coco-inspired merchandise collection, featuring vivid colors and motifs from the film, includes a hoodie, t-shirt, and mug.

You’ll also find beautiful Día de los Muertos decor in Disneyland Park near Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante. This vibrant installation showcases skeleton figurines known as catrinas and calacas, colorful marigolds, and other items traditionally found on ofrendas.

For even more spellbinding fun, grab a separate ticket for Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party! This popular event returns on select nights from August 18 through October 31.

This after-hours party welcomes all ages. It’s the perfect chance to wear your favorite costume, collect plenty of candy, and enjoy select attractions, often with shorter wait times. The party runs from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., and your admission includes entry to Disney California Adventure Park three hours before the official start, plus unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads from the party. Look for full details, including dates, pricing, and costume policy, to be announced soon.

Get ready for “Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party”! This brand-new street party brings familiar and iconic moments from the Haunted Mansion to the streets of Disney California Adventure Park. Madame Leota herself hosts a spirited séance and swinging wake, filled with happy haunts, ghostly dancing, and ghoulish delight, inviting all 999 ghosts to partake in a ghastly good time.

You can also choose to purchase the Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party for an extra cost, offering a special viewing experience for the entertainment. Keep an eye out for more details on this option.