Disneyland Resort Update for November 6 – November 12, 2017

Disneyland Resort Update for November 6 – November 12, 2017

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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort | Festival of Foods | Disneyland to celebrate Mickey's birthday | Pixar takes over the Pier | Holiday ticket flash sale from MousePlanet sponsor Get Away Today | Downtown Disney holiday events on sale now | Runners assemble for one last runDisney race weekend | This and that…

Holidays at the Disneyland Resort

The great Mickey pumpkin has barely departed Main Street for the year, and already it's time for peppermint everything. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort officially begins this Thursday, November 9, and runs through January 7, 2018.

Even though the refurbishment of Disneyland's west side is mostly finished and the Star Wars Land construction isn't impacting park operations, the holiday focus remains on Disney California Adventure this year. Just announced last week are two holiday overlays for Cars Land attractions, “Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl” and “Mater’s Jingle Jamboree.” Each holiday overlay features new songs recorded for the attractions.

Another holiday overlay is planned for Cars Land. Photo © Disney.

There was no specific mention of a new “lighting moment” for Cars Land, but given that the nightly tree lighting on Buena Vista Street was moved by 5 minutes this year to take place at sunset, it seems likely there will be something happening in Cars Land as well. For the Halloween Time promotion, the lighting moments on Buena Vista Street and in Cars Land were synchronized, to avoid having a wave of people move from one location to the other to catch both.

The Festival of Holidays returns to DCA for a second year, with entertainment and food offerings themed to winter celebrations of Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and Three Kings Day. Returning performing groups Blue13 Dance Company and Mostly Kosher are joined by a new a capella group The Sound. Also returning are the Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party and Princess Elena's Musical Grand Arrival.

Visitors are encouraged to dance to live music during the new nightly Holiday Sunset Concerts in Paradise Park. Phat Cat Swinger performs Fridays through Mondays, and the Mariachi Divas take the stage Tuesdays through Thursdays.

World of Color – Season of Light returns to DCA for the holidays. Photo © Disney.

Santa will spend time at both the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in DCA and and Pooh Corner in Disneyland this year, and will appear in A Christmas Fantasy Parade at Disneyland.

There's no Jingle Cruise for Disneyland this year, but “it's a small world” holiday reopens on Friday for the season. The nightly lighting moment takes place at 5:15 p.m. most nights. The brief “Wintertime Enchantment” of Sleeping Beauty Castle takes place twice most nights, with projections on the castle and snow in the immediate area.

If you want to see the new and returning holiday entertainment during opening weekend, here is the schedule of the major shows. Check the Disneyland website or the printed times guide for a complete list of the smaller park atmosphere groups scheduled in both parks, especially at Disney California Adventure.

The Festival of Foods

Disney California Adventure's Festival of Holidays returns for 2017, with over 60 different food and drink selections served from 14 booths. We will update the menus below with pricing once the festival opens on Friday, but here is what you'll find at each booth.

Heritage Cottage

• Braised beef short rib with smashed potatoes and sauerbraten sauce
• Weisswurst sausage & sauerkraut with stone ground mustard and pretzel crumble
• Vanilla rice pudding with apple compote and cinnamon streusel crunch

Making Spirits Bright

• Wines by the glass and tasting flights
• Warm holiday spiced wine
• Sparkling apple-pomegranate Juice

Nosh & Nibbles

• Brisket potato croquette with horseradish crème
• Sweet spiced noodle kugel
• Reuben potato smash with Russian dressing and rye toast

Good Fortune’s Feast

• Adobo pork bao with shaved red onion and crispy garlic chicharron
• Smoked duck & vegetable spring roll with cabbage and sweet plum sauce
• Chilled papaya shrimp salad with chili-garlic vinaigrette and crispy noodles
• Winter mint milk yea

Spice Salutations

• Chicken & potato curry with kefir cream and grilled naan
• Carrot & chickpea fritters with coriander-almond sauce
• Cardamom & saffron sweet cheese tart with mulled fruit
• Mango lassi

Brews & Bites

• Local, seasonal & international beers and tasting flights
• Holiday cheese ball with crackers & pretzels

Mistletoe Morsels

• Holiday Swedish meatballs with creamy gravy and Lingonberry sauce
• Classic crab cake with lemon tartar sauce
• Shrimp cocktail martini with chili sauce and jalapeño olive
• Holiday eggnog cocktail with whipped cream and nutmeg dusting
• Merry berry sherbet punch

Southern Home Holidays

• Grilled spicy chicken sausage with red beans and rice
• Southern mac & cheese with jalapeño cornbread crumble
• Sweet potato pie with candied pecans
• Cranberry sweet tea topped with berry foam

Winter Sliderland

• Roasted turkey slider with cranberry sauce and gravy
• Kalua pork slider with pineapple jam and cider slaw
• Praline & bourbon whoopie pie
• Sparkling apple-cranberry Juice

Fiesta en Familia

• Green chile pozole with vegetables
• Red chile pozole with pork
• Fresh fish ceviche with chili-lime tortilla chips
• Guava agua fresca

Yuletide Yummies

• Mini turkey pot pie with cranberry drizzle
• Pesto puff pastry twist
• Gingerbread bundt cake with orange-vanilla sauce
• Eggnog cheesecake with spiced whipped cream
• Mocha yule log with candied chestnuts
• Raspberry linzer tart
• Sticky toffee pudding with brandied cream
• Frozen chocolate milk with whipped cream and sprinkles
• Pumpkin spice hot chocolate with house-made cinnamon marshmallows
• Inspired wine and beer selections

Mosaic Delights

• Roasted lamb with masala spice Basmati rice and poached raisins
• Mini falafel donuts with pickled vegetables and Tahini drizzle
• Baklava with walnuts, pistachios and honey
• Iced Moroccan mint tea

Abuelita’s Kitchen

• Chicken cilantro tamale with roasted tomatillo salsa verde
• Beef and cheese tamale with red chili sauce
• Chorizo bean sopes with cotija cheese and fresh crèma
• Spiced peanut brittle
• Pomegranate margarita

Treats for Santa

• Mickey snowman cookie decorating Kit
• Harvest puff pastry
• Assorted cookies
• Classic panettone
• Candied chestnut panettone
• Peppermint bark
• Pumpkin seed brittle
• Walnut fudge
• Warm bourbon cider
• White hot chocolate with house-made peppermint marshmallows
• Holiday fruit punch

Disneyland to celebrate Mickey's birthday

The Disney company is marking Mickey Mouse's upcoming birthday with a series of appearances around the globe this month, surprising fans in eight locations with an unexpected visit. The world tour wraps up on November 15, when the main mouse pays a visit to Good Morning America. You can follow the antics on the official Facebook and Instagram pages, as well as by tracking the hash tag #HappyBirthdayMickey

Disneyland visitors will celebrate Mickey's birthday on November 18 with a free button. Photo © Disney.

Mickey's birthday is Saturday, November 18, and that's when Disneyland will commemorate the occasion with a character cavalcade and performance by the Disneyland Band. Park visitors will also receive a commemorative Happy Birthday, Mickey! button that day.

Pixar takes over the Pier

Disney has finally released details of the upcoming Pixar Pier retheme of the Paradise Pier district, originally announced at the 2017 D23 Expo and not mentioned since. Fans who hoped or believed this was just a temporary overlay now know this is a permanent makeover for this section of Disney California Adventure.

Concept art for Pixar Pier shows changes to rides and restaurants. Photo © Disney.

Disney will divide the current Paradise Pier area into four “neighborhoods.” Three of the neighborhoods will be themed to a single Pixar property: The Incredibles, Toy Story, and Inside Out. The Incredibles section is anchored by The Incredicoaster, a permanent retheme of California Screamin'. Disney says the ride will feature a new vehicle, new effects, some form of “character moment,” and a new load area.

The Incredicoaster is a new permanent makeover for California Screamin. Photo © Disney.

The Toy Story neighborhood includes Toy Story Midway Mania, and will probably mean a new theme for the adjacent turkey leg cart. King Triton's Carousel also seems to now be part of the Toy Story neighborhood. Disney's announcement made no mention of any plans for the carousel, and the artwork lends no clues.

Concept art for Pixar Pier shows a change is planned for King Triton's Carousel, but lends no clue to the future use of the space. Photo © Disney.

A new ride based on Inside Out is planned for the western side of Paradise Pier, on the pad which previously held the Maliboomer. From the concept art, this looks like a duplicate of Flik's Flyers from A Bug's Land. Disney says this ride will open at a later date.

A new ride based on Inside Out is planned for Pixar Pier. Photo © Disney.

The fourth neighborhood is sort of an “everything else” area, themed to the rest of Pixar's animated feature films and iconic shorts. While Mickey's Fun Wheel will still feature Mickey's smiling face looking out over Paradise Bay, each of the gondolas will be painted with a different Pixar character. The Games of the Boardwalk will also get a Pixar makeover, with new carnival games inspired by “A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” and “WALL·E.”

Ariel's Grotto and the Cove Bar will both get Pixar overlays, and will also close January 8. Disney suggests that people looking for World of Color dining packages during construction book meals at Carthay Circle of Wine Country Trattoria. There has been no word as to a possible replacement for the Princess character meal currently offered at Ariel's Grotto.

Everything between Silly Symphony Swings and The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, including the Paradise Gardens area, will become a new land called Paradise Park.

Work begins January 8 with the closure of California Screamin’, Mickey’s Fun Wheel, Ariel’s Grotto, the Cove Bar, Games of the Boardwalk and Sideshow Shirts.

Disney says the new land is expected to debut during the Pixar Fest promotion which begins April 13, though The Incredicoaster opens in June, around the release of The Incredibles 2.

Holiday ticket flash sale from MousePlanet sponsor Get Away Today

Save up to $20 off gate prices with the Holiday Ticket Flash Sale, only through MousePlanet sponsor Get Away Today.

Save $20 off adult and $10 off child (ages 3-9) gate prices for 3-Day Disneyland Park Hopper Tickets purchased from getawaytoday.com now through November 8, 2017. This is the biggest ticket discount so far this year, and comes just in time for the start of Holidays at the Disneyland Resort this coming Friday.

Tickets are valid for travel through December 31, 2017. No promo code is needed, but 7-day advance purchase is required because you'll receive physical tickets. Purchases also include Get Away Today coupons worth up to $400 in savings at Anaheim area businesses and attractions.

These tickets are available a la carte, or bundled with hotel specials, like the Extra Night Free hotel promotion and Get Away Today exclusives.

Call 1-855-GET-AWAY to purchase tickets by phone, or purchase tickets only and Disneyland packages online.

Downtown Disney holiday events on sale now

Now is the time to make reservations for two popular annual holiday events in Downtown Disney These events tend to sell out quickly each year, so it's a good idea to book as soon as you can decide on a date.

Gingerbread Workshop at Jazz Kitchen

This event is hosted three times this year: December 9, 10 and 16. New for 2017, participants can opt for a brunch and building package, or just come for the construction party.

The Workshop and Dining package is a 3-hour event. Participants can feast at the Ralph Brennan's brunch buffet from 11:00 to Noon, and enjoy unlimited soft drinks. After brunch, participants stay for the gingerbread house workshop. The package is $40 per adult, and $25 per child age 3-10. Gingerbread house kits are $25 each, and come with the pre-formed gingerbread slabs, icing, candy decorations and a jingle bell. Each party must purchase at least one gingerbread kit for their group, but may purchase additional kits if some members want to build their own house.

The Workshop Only package includes admission to the two hour workshop, where you pair up with a friend or family member to create and decorate your own gingerbread house, which you get to take home. The price is $48 for two people, which includes one gingerbread kit, with additional seats available for $20 each. Tickets for this package are limited, and the restaurant will no longer offer menu service during the workshop portion of the event.

Tickets go on sale Monday November 7 at 10:00 a.m., and we expect will fill quickly. Book via the event website.

Tip: you can bring your own candy, icing and other decorations if you want to go above and beyond that which is provided by the chefs. The first year we attended, we assumed everyone would be working with the same ingredients, and were in awe of the elaborate creations produced by returning gingerbread builders. Kids will definitely have a great time building their houses with the supplied materials (and eating half of the candies before they make it onto the roof), but feel free to bring more supplies and really get creative if you wish.

Breakfast with Santa at Catal

Catal restaurant in Downtown Disney has expanded the popular Breakfast with Santa event for the 2017 season, with continuous seatings between 8 a.m. and Noon on December 9, 10, 16, 17, 21, 22 and 23. As we reported, tickets went on sale back in July, but space is still available for most dates.

• Available: December 16, 17, 21 and 22
• Sold Out: December 9, 10 and 23

The event includes family-style breakfast at Catal restaurant in Downtown Disney, live entertainment, a photo opportunity with Santa Claus, and a Build-a-Bear Workshop teddy bear for each child.

Tickets are $75 per adult (a $15 jump from 2016), and $30 per child ages 3 to 10. Children 2 and under are free, but must be counted in the party size. Book online via the Patina Group website. Note: All sales are final.

Runners assemble for one last runDisney race weekend

The fourth and possibly final Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend begins this Thursday, November 9, and continues through Sunday, November 12. This weekend's event is expected to draw tens of thousands of runners, walkers, friends, and family to the Disneyland Resort, and includes road closures and operational changes that could impact anyone visiting during this weekend. Here's what runners, tourists and spectators should know as we head into this busy holiday race weekend.

Last chance to run in Anaheim for a while

This is the final runDisney on the calendar for the West Coast, with future race events put on “hiatus” until at least the 2020 season due to construction projects throughout the Disneyland Resort.

For those who want to get in one more race around Anaheim before the hiatus, registration is still open for the Super Heroes Half Marathon event, though runDisney has added a $12 “late registration” fee to the $185 event price, and warns that corral placement is based on availability, and shirt sizes are not guaranteed.

Key points for non-runners

The Disneyland Resort is going to be very busy this weekend. The race falls during the start of the 2017 holiday celebration at the Disneyland Resort, as well as over the long Veteran's Day Weekend, so expect larger than normal crowds by race weekend standards. While runners tend not to stay up late the night before races, folks visiting to see the new nighttime holiday entertainment will keep the parks hopping well after dark.

Staying at the Disneyland Hotel? The race expo takes place in that hotel's convention center, so expect extra crowds at the shops and restaurants. If you are staying at any of the three Disneyland Resort hotels, expect race-related noise Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings, beginning in the predawn hours, especially if your hotel room faces Disneyland Drive. If you are staying at the Grand Californian Hotel in a room overlooking Downtown Disney, expect to hear spectator cheering starting around 5:45 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

While all of the races take place before park opening or outside the parks, you may still experience traffic delays and extra crowds. Give yourself plenty of time if driving to the resort in the morning; race-related road closures are scheduled from 12:01 to 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, and from 12:01 to to 9:45 a.m. on Sunday. For detailed road closure information, see page 10 of the event guidebook.

Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure open at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Early entry for hotel guests and eligible ticket holders is at 8:00 a.m. at Disney California Adventure on Friday, at Disneyland on Saturday, and back at DCA on Sunday.

Weekend Schedule

Key points for spectators

Disney does not allow you to view the half-marathon race course from inside Disneyland park unless you purchase a $79 ChEAR Squad package. Online registration is still open, and you may also be able to purchase packages at the Expo. There is no half marathon viewing inside Disney California Adventure, and no theme park viewing for the 5K or 10K events.

If you want to come cheer on the runners without purchasing a spectator package, or plan to cheer at the Friday's 3.1-mile 5K or Saturday's 6.2-mile 10K events, Disney recommends specific viewing areas on property. All of these viewing areas are accessible only by foot; so walk from either the Mickey and Friends parking structure, or from your hotel if staying nearby.

View the race courses at the following links:

• Spider-Man 5K
• Thor 10K
• Half Marathon

Runner tracking

You can register to receive runner tracking updates via text message, Twitter, or Facebook. Sign up via the runDisney webform, or text “SH ” to 38909.

Just for runners

The event guide is only available in digital format again for this event, so be sure to take a look before you head to Anaheim. Corral, bib assignment and waivers are all available on the runDisney website now, and you should double-check that your information is correct.

Expo info

If you want first pick of the race merchandise, plan to arrive well before the official 10:00 a.m. opening on Thursday. Based on past events, you would be well-advised to bring water, sunscreen, and a hat to protect you during the wait. Remember, you do not need to collect your race packet before you enter the expo to shop, so if you want the best selection Thursday morning, your best bet is to shop first, then get your race packet.

Because the Expo remains open until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Friday afternoon may be the best time to attend the expo if all you want to do is get your race packet and get out. If you're running the half marathon, you can visit the Expo between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday to get your race gear.

Parking and ART shuttles

Disney charges runners to park in the Mickey and Friends parking structure during the race expo and on race morning. If you are an annual passholder with parking benefits, be sure to bring along your AP. If you are staying at an Anaheim-area hotel on the ART (Anaheim Resort Transportation Network) line, free shuttles run every 20 minutes during the events; consult the race guide for full details.

In a welcome change from the Disneyland Half Marathon weekend, registered runners can receive 2 hours complimentary parking when they park in the Downtown Disney parking lot for the race expo. Be sure to take your parking ticket with you when you leave your car. After you pick up your race bib, take your bib and parking ticket to the Parking Validation booth on the lower level of the expo (the same level where you get your bib) to receive the validation stamp. This stamp covers the first two hours of Downtown Disney parking only; additional hours are charged in 30-minute increments at $12 per hour.

This and that…

…DCA has filed permits to install scenic elements around the Hollywood Backlot Stage for something called the “Loki and Thor Heroic Encounter,” which is likely a new meet-and-greet location. Look for the location to open in mid-November, and run through mid-February.

…The Disneyland Resort is hosting in-person and online hiring events for the holiday season. Interested candidates can see the available full- and part-time positions available at the Disney Careers website. Disney will also hold two in-person events to recruit housekeepers and culinary workers. Those applicants looking for housekeeping positions can attend a job fair at the Paradise Pier Hotel from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. this Tuesday, November 7. Culinary workers can attend a job fair at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel on Saturday, November 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates are asked to apply online via the Disney Careers website before attended an in-person event, or can complete the applications using computers available at the job fairs.

…Indiana Jones Adventure is closed November 6–9 for refurbishment.

…The new preview of Coco is now open in the “it's tough to be a bug” theater in Disney California Adventure.

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Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures

Note: Not all attraction closures have been officially confirmed by Disney, and are all subject to change at any time. Refurbishment schedules are estimates only. We recommend checking for updates as you plan your visit. All information is subject to change without notice. To get the most recent updates, visit Disneyland.com—this information is no longer available from the automated phone service.

Disneyland

• River Belle Terrace – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date not published, but expected to be November 21.
• Indiana Jones Adventure – closed November 6–9 for refurbishment.
• “it's a small world” – closed to November 9 to install the holiday overlay. Reopens Friday, November 10.

2018

• Haunted Mansion Holiday – closed January 8, 2018 to remove the holiday overlay. Reopening date not published.

Disney California Adventure

• Muppet*Vision 3D – closed indefinitely. The theater has been renamed the Sunset Showcase Theater, and will likely be used for movie previews until a permanent replacement is found.
• Goofy's Sky School – closed for refurbishment. Reopening date not published, but expected to be December 19.

2018

• California Screamin’ – closes January 8, 2018 as part of the Pixar Pier retheme. No reopening date is available at this time.
• Mickey’s Fun Wheel – closes January 8, 2018 as part of the Pixar Pier retheme. No reopening date is available at this time.
• Ariel’s Grotto – closes January 8, 2018 as part of the Pixar Pier retheme. No reopening date is available at this time.
• Cove Bar – closes January 8, 2018 as part of the Pixar Pier retheme. No reopening date is available at this time, though the location will temporarily reopen during Spring Break.
• Games of the Boardwalk – closes January 8, 2018 as part of the Pixar Pier retheme. No reopening date is available at this time.
• Sideshow Shirts – closes January 8, 2018 as part of the Pixar Pier retheme. No reopening date is available at this time.

Disneyland Resort

• Splitsville Lanes – under construction in Downtown Disney. Expected to open late 2017.
• Build-a-Bear – announced to be closing in late September to make room for additional dining offerings. Now scheduled to remain open through the holiday season.
• Ridemakerz –announced to be closing September 18 to make room for additional dining offerings. Now scheduled to remain open through the holiday season, but with reduced operating hours. The store is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed Sundays and Wednesdays.
• Chapel Hats – now closed. The space was converted to a temporary retail home for Vault 28's The Disney Dress Shop line through the holiday season.
• Vault 28 – now closed to make room for new Star Wars virtual reality offering.
• Fossil – now closed to make room for new Star Wars virtual reality offering.

Disneyland Resort Hotels

• Pinocchio's Workshop (group childcare) – closed. The space will be converted to the hotel fitness center.

Resort Events

Check here to see if a large convention, competition, or park event might fall during your next trip to the Disneyland Resort. If you know of any in-park events, official or unofficial, that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail (link).

2017

• Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend – November 9–12. This event adds to the Veteran's Day weekend crowds. Registration is still open for some events via the runDisney website.
• Holidays at the Disneyland Resort: November 10, 2017 through January 7, 2018.
• Candlelight Ceremony and Processional – Saturday, December 2 and Sunday, December 3, with two performances each night.

2018

• Star Wars – The Light Side Half Marathon Weekend – Cancelled
• Dapper Day Spring Outing to Disneyland (unofficial event) – Sunday, April 22. More information at the event website. This popular event grows larger each year, so it's worth making note of the date if you plan to visit the park during this weekend.
• Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – Cancelled
• 2018 Grad Nites: May 4, 5, 11, 12, 15, 16, 18, 19, 22, 23, 29 and 30; June 1, 2, 5, 6, 8 and 9.

We also recommend checking the convention calendar at the Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau website. When looking at that site, remember to note both the number of people and the number of rooms resulting from each convention. A gathering of 25,000 people booking few room nights (indicating most will be driving in to the area for their meeting) can impact traffic around the resort much more than a crowd of 25,000 staying in area hotels. Of course, that second group is going to make finding a hotel room more difficult (and possibly more expensive), so it's best to book your own room as early as possible if you see that a big convention is in town during your trip.

Non-Disney Resort Events

Notable events at parks and attractions around Southern California. If you know of an event that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail (link).

Knott's Berry Farm

Legoland California

• Holidays at Legoland – November 24, 2017 through January 1, 2018
• Kids' New Year's Eve – December 31.

Current Discounts & Promotions

Disneyland prices as of February 28, 2016.

Note: MousePlanet does not edit past Updates to reflect price increases; for up-to-date prices, check the most recent Disneyland Resort Update. Several current promotions offer discounted admission to the Disneyland Resort. For your convenience, we have grouped the discount offers based on the number of days the tickets are valid. Check out the category that best matches the amount of time you plan to spend at the resort, and pick the offer that works best for you. And keep those tips coming—let us know if you find a better or different offer, so we can share it with other readers!

This first section is a list of discounts on ticket-only purchases. Though it has become more common in recent years, Disneyland tickets are rarely offered at deep discounts unless you are a resident of Southern California or Northern Mexico. For residents outside that area, the best discounts available tend to be simple advance purchase discounts. If you know of any additional discounts, offers, promotions, or contests that should be listed in this section, drop us a line. Note, we are no longer listing offers from the Anaheim-Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau, as their convenience fee negates any savings.

Don't get scammed! Never buy tickets from an unofficial or secondary outlet, such as through eBay or Craigslist. Never rent or purchase tickets from people approaching you outside the gates stating they have remaining days or leftover tickets. This practice is against the terms of use for Disneyland admission, and may result in denial of entry. It is also common for criminals to shoplift inactivated Disney theme park tickets from supermarkets to resell them. There is no way to determine if these tickets are valid until you try to use them to enter the parks. Only purchase Disney theme park tickets directly from Disney, an authorized seller, or travel agency.

Ticket Prices and Promotions

Additional Discounts

Did we miss an offer? If you know of an authorized discount on Disneyland Resort tickets, standing offers for Annual Passholders from non-Disney vendors, or other promotions which might interest our readers, please drop us a note!

Discounts for:

Park Schedule/Blockout Dates

• DL – Disneyland
• DCA – Disney California Adventure

Annual Pass blockouts:

• SL – Southern California Select Annual Pass
• SC – Southern California Annual Pass
• DX – Deluxe Annual Pass
• SG – Signature Annual Pass

The Disneyland website does not list the blockout dates for the Costco-exclusive Disney California Adventure Park Fun Pass. The blockout dates are as follows:

• 2017 – January 1, 2; February 18, 19; March 18, 25; April 1, 8, 9, 14, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 26, 27, 28; June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1-4, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19; September 2,l 3; November 10, 11, 23, 24, 25.

Early Admission – full description available on the Disneyland website:

• MM – Magic Mornings for 3-plus day ticket holders, promotional “bonus” tickets, and Southern California CityPASS
• EMH – Extra Magic Hour for Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests
• EA – Early Admission for Annual Passholders (not currently offered)

Disneyland Resort Special Events:

• FW – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
• GN – Grad Nite. May 4, 5, 11, 12, 15, 16, 18, 19, 22, 23, 29 and 30; June 1, 2, 5, 6, 8 and 9.
• MHP – Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland. 2018 dates: September 20, 22, 25, 27, 29; October 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 and 31.

Visit our Annual Passholders Blockout Dates page to see more dates. You can see future calendar schedules at Disneyland. As always, specifics are subject to change without notice (or occasionally, without us noticing) so when information conflicts between what is presented here and that presented by Disney, it is best to assume Disney's information is correct.

Visit the Park Hours section of our Disneyland Park guide for additional details about Magic Morning and Toontown Morning Madness, including available attractions. Entertainment schedule: Go directly to the Disneyland Resort schedule for this week at Disneyland.com here.

The Seasons calendar is published on the Disneyland website for the next 8-11 months.