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Halloween Time 2014 | Disneyland announces holiday season dates, return of Viva Navidad | Trader Sam's Mahaloween Luau | Disney surveys guests about Marvel characters | This and that… | Question of the Week | Crowd Forecast
Halloween Time 2014
Halloween Time has arrived at the Disneyland Resort in all of its candy-coated, pumpkin-spiced, princess-costumed glory. Here are some of the highlights and changes for the 2014 offering:
A Mickey pumpkin in Town Square greets visitors to Disneyland. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Attractions and entertainment
The Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy overlays are both back this year and in place for the spooky season, but for the newest Halloween offerings, you have to look to Frontierland. The Halloween Carnival at Big Thunder Ranch debuted a new Halloween magic show this year, taking the place of the Haunted Hillbillies performance from last year.
The Haunted Mansion Holiday has returned for Halloween Time. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
A magician, juggler, and fortune teller join the entertainment offering at the Halloween Carnival. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Scarecrows and witches join the Mask-parade at the Big Thunder Ranch Halloween Carnival. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The Mystic Magic Show is immediately preceded by Mickey's Mask-arade, an informal processional of Disney characters in their Halloween costumes around the Big Thunder Ranch area. The Mask-arade wraps up with the opportunity for younger fans to dance with the characters, along with a pair each of witches and scarecrows, before the magic show begins.
A magician levitates his assistant during the new Halloween show at the Big Thunder Ranch. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
A magician performs a card trick during the new Halloween Show at the Big Thunder Ranch. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The magic show is definitely geared to the younger set, and most of the illusions include an opportunity for a member of the audience to participate. The finale of the show (shown in the following video) includes one of the Disney characters.
Mickey's Mask-arade and the magic show are hosted by Zester the Jester, another new performer for 2014. Zester juggles and rhymes—one with more skill than the other—and seems to be the unofficial Master of Ceremonies for the carnival.
Between magic shows, Madame Beauchance performs from a small stage in front of the Conjure a Villain tent. offering to tell the fortune of those waiting in line to meet the villains.
Sorcerer Mickey and Zester the Jester share the stage at the Big Thunder Ranch Halloween Carnival. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Madame Beauchance entertains the crowd waiting for the Conjure a Villain experience at the Big Thunder Ranch Halloween Carnival. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The new performers join the existing Halloween Carnival activities, including the popular Conjure a Villain experience, pumpkin-carving demonstration, and carnival games. The Halloween Carnival and Conjure a Villain are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Schedules for the Mystic Magic Show and Mickey's Mask-arade vary daily; check the ranch for specific show times, as they are not listed in the entertainment guide distributed at the park entrance.
The Pirates League has reopened at Big Thunder Ranch for the Halloween season. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Artist Joe Yakovetic works on a Maleficent pumpkin carving at the Big Thunder Ranch Halloween Carnival. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix
Elsewhere in Disneyland, the Dia de los Muertos display is back in Fronterierland, along with complimentary face or arm painting. This offering is less involved than the full-face designs available for purchase at other face painting locations around the park, but my 3-year-old companion was utterly thrilled with the design he selected during out visit.
A Dia de los Muertos display fills Zocalo Park in Frontierland. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The Dia de los Muertos celebration includes free face or arm painting in Zocalo Park in Frontierland. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Food and shopping
Although the expanded selection of offerings will do a trick on your wallet, foodies and collectors of Disney's souvenir food containers are in for a treat this Halloween Time. Here are just some of the special menu items and food souvenirs you'll find around the Disneyland Resort. [One reader suggested printing this list and taking it with you during your visit, as the offerings aren't well-signed, and you might not spot the one you're looking for.]
The Maleficent souvenir cup is available with frozen lemonade, specialty lemonade, or soft drinks at several locations throughout New Orleans Square. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Souvenirs include:
- Maleficent Dragon souvenir sipper – Award Wieners in DCA; several New Orleans Square locations in Disneyland
- Pumpkin Mickey, Poison Apple, and Jack Skellington glow cubes – Various lemonade carts around Disneyland
- Zero's Doghouse popcorn bucket – New Orleans Square popcorn cart
- Travel mug and popcorn bucket with black-and-white images from the 1929 Silly Symphony animated short, “The Skeleton Dance” – throughout Disneyland and DCA
A travel mug and popcorn bucket featuring images from The Skeleton Dance are available throughout the Disneyland Resort. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Menu items include:
- Blue cheese and onion marmalade burger – Hungry Bear
- Korean BBQ skewer – Bengal BBQ, but only on Halloween
- Buffalo chicken flatbread – Village Haus
- “Cobweb”-topped (Swiss cheese, grilled onions, and mushrooms) burger or grilled chicken sandwich – Taste Pilots Grill
- Turkey pot pie soup – Pacific Wharf Cafe
- Monsters U Burger – cheeseburger topped with burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and grilled onions, served with french fries covered in Parmesan ranch (blue) “ooze” – Tomorrowland Terrace
- Macaroni and cheese pizza – Redd Rockett's Pizza Port
- Pork tamales – Rancho del Zocalo
The Monsters U burger at Tomorrowland Terrace is served with french fries drizzled with blue Parmesan ranch “ooze.” Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Drinks include:
- Raspberry magnolia lemonade – Mint Julep Bar
- Mango habanero lime iced tea – Golden Horseshoe
- Tropical habanero punch – Royal Street Verandah
- Caramel apple smoothie – Schmoozies
Tropical habenero punch is one of several specialty drinks offered during Halloween Time. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Desserts include:
- Apple pie funnel cake – Hungry Bear
- Pumpkin beignetes – Cafe Orleans and Mint Julep Bar
- Banana fritters – Royal Street Verandah
- Ice cream nachos – Golden Horseshoe
- Pumpkin twist – Cozy Cones and Maurice's Treats
A large selection of Haunted Mansion merchandise is available at Port Royale in New Orleans Square. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
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Text MousePlanet4 CHOC to 90999 to make a $5 donation to Children's Hospital of Orange County.Disneyland announces holiday season dates, return of Viva Navidad
Disney announced last week the official dates of the 2014 Holidays at the Disneyland Resort season. The activities run from November 13 through January 6, 2015, and include the return of the popular Viva Navidad celebration at Disney California Adventure, as well as World of Color: Winter Dreams.
All of the traditional favorites return to Disneyland, including the Christmas Fantasy Parade, Believe… in Holiday Magic fireworks and “it's a small world” Holiday. There was no mention of the return of the Jingle Cruise for 2014, and Disney Parks Blog author Erin Glover has not replied to several questions asking about the attraction, so it appears last year's overlay may be a “one and done.”
Other activities include the return of the Winter Village and Olaf's Skating Rink in Downtown Disney.
Trader Sam's Mahaloween Luau
It may be the shortest Halloween party hosted outside of a grade school, but Disney is betting that 400 devoted tiki fans will pony up $125 each to attend one of four one-hour “Mahaloween Luau” events at the Disneyland Hotel's Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar on Monday, September 29.
According to the description on the Disney Parks Blog:
“The fun starts on the patio with appetizers and two drink tickets (beer, wine, Zombie Drink or Polynesian Punch). Move inside for live entertainment and a Disney tiki presentation by Walt Disney Imagineering. You’ll also have a chance to meet some of Disney’s concept artists and other special guests.”
In a comment on the Disney Parks Blog post, “Rich” pointed out a problem with the logistics of the event as described:
“So I'm not sure how this is going to work. Trader Sam’s only has an occupancy level of 55 people. That's not just seats; that's including standing room. How are they going to 'Move inside for live entertainment and a Disney tiki presentation by Walt Disney Imagineering.' if only half the people per hour will fit inside the Enchanted Tiki Bar?”
As of Sunday evening, the question has gone unanswered by Disney.
The event description says that guests will receive a Halloween treat in the form of a “Jungle River Cruise Expedition Bag that includes a Trader Sam panama hat, a boxed special-edition 'Mahaloween Luau' glass (with a dated stamp), a Trader Sam print on canvas, and a coupon good for 20 percent off at the adjacent Tangaroa Terrace.” Of course, participants can also purchase up to two more of the limited edition Zombie souvenir glasses at the event. Remaining inventory will be released for sale at Trader Sam's the following day.
The one-hour parties take place from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. As mentioned, tickets are $125 per person, including tax and tip. The two later seatings are now sold out, but there is availability in the two earlier events.
Disney surveys guests about Marvel characters
A reader sent a screenshot from a “very long survey” sent to them from Disney. The survey asked, “Which of the following Marvel characters would you be especially interested in experiencing in a themed land or attraction at the Disneyland Resort?” The options listed were:
- X-Men
- Fantastic 4
- Hulk
- Ant-Man
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- Iron Man
- Thor
- Spider-man
- Captain America
Disneyland recently sent out a survey asking visitors their opinion on seeing Marvel characters in new rides or lands. MousePlanet photo.
The use of Marvel characters inside the Disney theme parks is subject to a long but interesting contract between Universal (then MCA, Inc.) and Marvel. Basically, Universal has the rights to use the Marvel characters in theme parks east of the Mississippi, but not west. Disneyland could build a Guardians of the Galaxy ride, but Walt Disney World could not.
There's also a bit of stickiness with Fox regarding the use of the Fantastic Four and possibly X-Men in a theme park attraction, but I best leave that legal analysis to a person who would be more familiar with the situation.
What if you were sent this survey? Which Marvel characters would you like to see at Disneyland? Join the discussion on our MousePad forum.
Save the Date: MouseAdventure Sugar Rush
MouseAdventure Sugar Rush is Sunday, October 26 at the Disneyland Resort.
We are pleased to announce the date for our Fall 2014 MouseAdventure event at the Disneyland Resort. The signature community event for MousePlanet readers, MouseAdventure is part-scavenger hunt, part-road rally and part-trivia challenge. This team-based competition that guarantees you will never look at the Disney theme parks in the same way again.
Mark your calendars and save the date for our fall event:
MouseAdventure Sugar Rush
Fall 2014 Disneyland Resort
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Additional details will be revealed in a future MouseAdventure Newsletter, but the contracts are signed and the date is official. Be sure to sign up for the MouseAdventure Newsletter for more information, and visit our MousePad discussion forum to chat with other players.
Start making your plans now to join us as we whip up a batch of sweet challenges. Are you ready for a RUSH?
Come CHOC Walk with Team MousePlanetThe 2014 CHOC Walk in the Park, an annual fund raiser for Children's Hospital Orange County, is Sunday, October 12 at the Disneyland Resort. Team MousePlanet is back for our seventh consecutive year at the walk, and we invite all MousePlanet readers, friends, and family to join us. Thanks to the efforts and generosity of our readers, Team MousePlanet has raised over $42,000 for CHOC through various events since 2008, including the annual CHOC Walk. For more information about the event, and the benefits of joining Team MousePlanet, visit our MousePad discussion forum. We look forward to welcoming you to our team. |
This and that…
…Two additions to the refurbishment schedule for Disney California Adventure:
- Golden Zephyr – closed September 17 and 18 for refurbishment.
- Goofy's Sky School – closed December 1-8 for refurbishment.
…Napa Rose restaurant at the Grand Californian Hotel is now scheduled to reopen Saturday, October 4 following an extensive kitchen refurbishment.
…Review website Yelp hosts Monster Mash II: The Zombie Prom on Wednesday, October 1 at the Anaheim GardenWalk shopping complex near the Disneyland Resort. Reservations are required, and priority is given to active Yelp reviewers. More information is at the event website.
The Submarine Lagoon is nearly refilled, in preparation for the reopening of the Finding Nemo attraction later this month. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
…The 2014 Gay Days at Disneyland, an unofficial event, is scheduled for October 3 to 5. Event organizers have posted the full schedule on the official event website, including in-park meets, photo gatherings, group meals, and scheduled attraction experiences. Most of the group's official activities are scheduled at Disneyland on Saturday, October 4, and at DCA on Sunday, October 5.
…Disney never officially confirms the dates that the West Coast segments of the annual holiday parade will be filmed at Disneyland, but a cast member source tells us it will happen over Veterans Day weekend, November 7 to 9. DanceTheMagic.com, a Web site that offers travel packages to dance groups hoping to participate in the filming, says only that the event will take place in early November. Filming is always subject to change without notice, and we don't encourage readers to make a special trip just to see the filming.
…Registration is still open for the 2015 Tinker Bell Half Marathon, but the race is showing at 98 percent of capacity. Get more details about the races and register for the half marathon at the runDisney website.
…The MousePlanet Newsletter is here! The newsletter contains a recap of the week's articles (in case you miss a day), news that may have developed since the weekly Updates were published, and tips about what's happening at the Disney theme parks for the coming weekend. We'll also include a fun MouseAdventure bonus, such as an Eye Spy or a trivia question. To subscribe to our free newsletter, just enter your e-mail in the box below.
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Question of the Week
Reader Wonder Mouse is looking for information about the new version of the Happiest Haunts tour at Disneyland.
I am just wondering if anyone has any information on this new incarnation of the [Happiest Haunts tour]? We were on it a couple of times now and the first time was very good, last year was not that great. Now that it does not go to DCA I wonder are they cutting off a lot, or what value is being added?
Did you take the new tour this weekend? Come share your review on our MousePad forum, and let other readers know if the new tour is worth the time and money.
Do you have questions about an upcoming Disneyland visit, or need help choosing a hotel, restaurant or activity? Post your questions on our Disneyland Resort Trip Planning forum to get advice from our readers and Community Leaders. Your question may even be featured here in an upcoming Update.
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Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Note: Not all of 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, call Disneyland at (714) 781–7290, then select option 1 > option 1 > option 4.
Disneyland
- Mickey's House in Toontown – closed today (September 15) for refurbishment. The Mickey meet-and-greet is closed this day.
- Indiana Jones Adventure – closed September 16–18 for refurbishment.
- Stage Door Cafe – closed September 16–23 for refurbishment.
- White Water Snacks – closed through September 20 for refurbishment.
- Matterhorn Bobsleds – closed September 22–24 for refurbishment.
- Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin – closed September 22–25 for refurbishment.
- Main Street Photo Supply – closed through September 23 for refurbishment.
- Silhouette Studio – closed September 24–26 for refurbishment.
- China Closet – closed September 24–26 for refurbishment.
- Captain EO – closed through September 25 for refurbishment.
- Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage – closed through September 26 for refurbishment.
- Horse-drawn Streetcars – closed through October 15 for refurbishment.
- Mark Twain Riverboat – closed through November 28 for refurbishment.
Disney California Adventure
- Golden Zephyr – closed September 17 and 18 for refurbishment.
- Blue Sky Cellar – closed through September 27 for refurbishment.
- Goofy's Sky School – closed December 1–8 for refurbishment.
Disneyland Resort
- Napa Rose – closed through October 3 for renovation.
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).
Fall
- Halloween Time – through October 31.
- Mickey's Halloween Party – September 26 (sold out), 30; October 3 (sold out), 6, 8, 10, 14, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31. Tickets are now on sale via Disneyland.com. and at Disneyland ticket booths.
- Gay Days at Disneyland (unofficial event) – October 3–5. Details on the event website.
- 2014 CHOC Walk in the Park – Sunday, October 12 at the Disneyland Resort. Registration is now open via the event website. MousePlanet readers, friends and family are invited to register with Team MousePlanet and walk with our group.
- Utah Education Association convention (UEA, a.k.a. “Utah Escapes to Anaheim”) – October 16–17. Expect unusually large attendance levels October 17–21 as Utah students and families take advantage of a 4-day weekend created by their school's participation in a state education convention. Not all Utah schools or teachers close for or attend UEA, but the impact on the Resort is usually noticeable enough to mention.
- MouseAdventure Sugar Rush – Sunday, October 26. Sign up for the MouseAdventure Newsletter for more details when they are available.
- Avengers Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend – November 14–16. All events are sold out. Details at the runDisney website.
Winter
- Holiday parade taping at Disneyland – November 7–9 (unconfirmed). Disney never officially confirms the dates that the West Coast segments of the annual holiday parade will be filmed at Disneyland, but a cast member source tells us it will happen over Veterans Day weekend. DanceTheMagic.com, a Web site that offers travel packages to dance groups hoping to participate in the filming, says only that the event will take place in early November. Filming is always subject to change with no notice, and we don't encourage readers to make a special trip just to see the filming.
- Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort – November 13 to January 6, 2015.
- Candlelight Processional – December 6 and 7 (unconfirmed). Performances times and narrator(s) have not yet been announced.
- Viva Navidad – Three Kings Day activities – January 2–6, 2015
2015
- Inaugural Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend – January 15–18, 2015. This new event weekend includes 5K, 10K, and half-marathon, along with runDisney kids races, event expo and Wookie Welcome party. All running events sold out within hours of registration. Details at the runDisney website.
- Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – May 7–10, 2015 (Mother's Day weekend). The weekend includes 5K, 10K and half-marathon, along with runDisney kids races, event expo and Pasta in the Park party. Space is still available in the half marathon; all other events are sold out. Details at the runDisney website.
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.
Current Discounts & Promotions
Disneyland prices as of May 2014.
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.
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One Day, One Park Ticket – Regularly $96/$90
One Day Park Hopper – Regularly $150/$144 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. | |
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Two Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $178/$165
Two Day Park Hopper – Regularly $217/$204 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Three Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $226/$215 Three Day Park Hopper – Regularly $265/$254 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. 2013–2014 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($129) – a discounted price offered to Eligible Service Members or their spouses. The 2013–2014 U.S. Armed Forces discount is valid through September 25, 2014. Under this program, active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $129 each. For the purpose of this offer, Disney defines “Eligible Service Members” as active or retired members of the U.S. military, including the National Guard, Reservists, and the U.S. Coast Guard. Valid military identification will be required for purchase. This discount is available at MWR/ITT offices at your military base or other at participating U.S. military sales outlets. The tickets are not available for sale at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. The price is the same for adults and children, and total of six tickets may be purchased per military member, regardless of who purchases the tickets (the member or their spouse). Disney has also clarified that the “Military member (or spouse) must accompany the persons using these tickets for Theme Park admission,” which means you can not purchase these tickets and give them to someone who will be visiting without you present. “fuse” on this ticket, so you may have more than the standard 13 days from first use to use the remaining two admissions, but we highly recommend you contact your base MWR/ITT office for more details before making travel plans. Please note that this ticket is not a “bonus” ticket, and so does not include an early admission day. For complete information regarding Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets and discounted resort rates, military personnel may visit the Disneyland Resort website, or participating U.S. military base ticket offices. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them. 2014–2015 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($132) – a discounted price offered to Eligible Service Members or their spouses. The 2013–2014 U.S. Armed Forces discount is valid through October 3, 2014. Under this program, active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $132 each. For the purpose of this offer, Disney defines “Eligible Service Members” as active or retired members of the U.S. military, including the National Guard, Reservists, and the U.S. Coast Guard. Valid military identification will be required for purchase. This discount is available at MWR/ITT offices at your military base or other at participating U.S. military sales outlets. The tickets are not available for sale at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. The price is the same for adults and children, and total of six tickets may be purchased per military member, regardless of who purchases the tickets (the member or their spouse). Disney has also clarified that the “Military member (or spouse) must accompany the persons using these tickets for Theme Park admission,” which means you can not purchase these tickets and give them to someone who will be visiting without you present. Tickets are blocked out November 27, 2014 through November 29, 2014; December 24, 2014 through December 31, 2014; and March 30, 2015 through April 4, 2015 . Unlike past years, this ticket is not blocked out on the 4th of July. As far as we can tell, there is no “fuse” on this ticket, so you may have more than the standard 13 days from first use to use the remaining two admissions, but we highly recommend you contact your base MWR/ITT office for more details before making travel plans. Please note that this ticket is not a “bonus” ticket, and so does not include an early admission day. For complete information regarding Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets and discounted resort rates, military personnel may visit the Disneyland Resort website, or participating U.S. military base ticket offices. |
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Four Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $250/$235 Four Day Park Hopper – Regularly $289/$274 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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Five Day, One Park per Day Ticket – Regularly $266/$250 Five Day Park Hopper – Regularly $305/$289 |
No discounts currently available to the general public. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any discounts are available through them. |
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| Disneyland Resort Annual Passports |
California residents can take advantage of the monthly payment plan when purchasing any but the Premier Annual Passport.
Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them. |
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2014 Southern California CityPASS $328/$284 2014 Southern California CityPASS PLUS $362/$309 |
2014 Southern California CityPASS ($328/$284) – includes a 3-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Bonus Ticket (including one early-entry day), a one-day admission to Sea World San Diego and a one-day admission to Universal Studios Hollywood. The CityPASS expires 14 days after first use at any location, and the first use must occur by December 31, 2014. Purchase CityPASS through the Disneyland website or on-site at the ticket booths of Disneyland Resort or the other theme parks included in the pass. You can also purchase directly from the CityPASS website, though a shipping charge may apply depending on how quickly you need the ticket. 2014 Southern California CityPASS ($362/$309) – is the same as the CityPASS—a 3-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Bonus Ticket (including one early-entry day), a one-day admission to Sea World San Diego and a one-day admission to Universal Studios Hollywood—with the addition of one-day admission to either San Diego Zoo or San Diego Safari Park. The CityPASS expires 14 days after first use at any location, and the first use must occur by December 31, 2014. This upgraded pass is only available for purchase directly from the CityPASS website Prices listed above are valid until December 31, 2014. Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them. |
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Other 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 everyone |
Purchase with Purchase offers – Disneyland Resort shops frequently offer a reduced–price souvenir (often a tote bag, watch, or blanket) with a qualifying minimum purchase. These are offered at Disney-operated stores only, and selection may vary by location. Recently, Disney has begun allowing customers to purchase more than one of the offers in a qualifying transaction, so if you spend $40 or more you can buy both items currently available if you wish. If you're a passholder, the minimum purchase is calculated after your discount, and your discount does not apply to the promotional item. Current offers:
Landry's Select Club–members of the Landry's Select Club get priority seating at the Rainforest Cafe when available (which makes a huge difference on busy days), and a 10 percent discount on retail purchases. This club replaces the former Rainforest Cafe Safari Club, and now runs on a point-based system that gives you a $25 gift certificate after you spend $250. Membership now costs $25, but comes with a $25 reward. We recommend that you prepurchase your membership before your visit so you can take advantage of the priority seating benefit. ESPNZone MVP Club – membership in the MVP Club does not offer any discounts on food. However, once a member you can make an online reservation for your party up to three days in advance and will get a 25 percent increase in points purchased when playing games in the Sports Arena (and 40 bonus points at activation). You must register online and your membership card will then be mailed to you within two weeks. The card must then be activated at any ESPNZone by the person who signed up for the card and ID will be required (link). Character Dining Vouchers – discounted character dining vouchers are available for purchase online, in advance of your trip, through Get Away Travel. |
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| Discounts for Annual Passholders |
Disneyland Resort merchandise – Disneyland extended the 20 percent merchandise discount offered to Premium annual passholders through December 31, 2014. 30% off rooms at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii –Disneyland Resort annual passholders can take 30% off select rooms at Aulani, now through December 19. You can choose between a standard hotel room, which offers traditional hotel amenities, or Disney Vacation Club villas with kitchens and in-room laundry. Standard rooms start around $300 per night after discount, with upgrades to better views and larger villas available. A 2-bedroom villa with an ocean view can run more than $1000 per night, but includes a full kitchen and sleeps up to 9 people. The offer is valid most nights August 25 through November 25, and November 30 through December 19. Contact your travel agent, visit the Disneyland annual passholder website, or call (714) 520-7001. |
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Discounts for Disney Visa Cardholders |
Character Meet-and-Greet – cardholders have access to a private character meet-and-greet photo opportunity at Disney California Adventure, and receive one free 5″x7″ photograph per visit. Disneyland Resort merchandise – Cardholders also receive 10 percent off qualifying merchandise purchases of $50 or more from Disney-operated retail stores. Disneyland Resort dining – 10 percent off at selected Disneyland Resort restaurants, (Big Thunder Ranch, River Belle Terrace, French Market, Cocina Cucamonga, Steakhouse 55, PCH Grill and Storyteller's Café). Disneyland Resort Guided Tours – 20 percent off the “Welcome to Disneyland,” “A Walk in Walt's Footsteps,” and “Discover the Magic” guided tours. See the Disney Visa website for terms and conditions for all of these promotions. |
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Hotel and travel package offers |
Costco Travel Packages – many different travel packages including visits to Disneyland and Disneyland hotels are available through Costco. Disney's Resort Magic and Good Neighbor Magic Packages – package includes accommodations in one of the three resort hotels or at one of 40 Good Neighbor hotels; Souvenir Park Hopper ticket with voucher for admission to Mickey's Toontown Morning Madness, plus one Magic Morning (early entry) for three-day or longer Park Hoppers; preferred seating at three DCA attractions (Disney's Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular, Muppet*Vision 3D, It's Tough to be a Bug!); preferred showing of Turtle Talk With Crush (priority viewing at the first Turtle Talk With Crush show of the day, on any one day—one voucher per guest); Disney Dream coin keepsake (one per package), luggage tag and lanyard with pin; a Downtown Disney Fun Card; and a “Character Call” from Mickey, Minnie, Goofy or Crush. Contact Disney Travel or your favorite travel agent. |
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Discounts for US Military |
2013–2014 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($129) – a discounted price offered to Eligible Service Members or their spouses. The 2013–2014 U.S. Armed Forces discount is valid through September 25, 2014. Under this program, active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $129 each. For the purpose of this offer, Disney defines “Eligible Service Members” as active or retired members of the U.S. military, including the National Guard, Reservists, and the U.S. Coast Guard. Valid military identification will be required for purchase. This discount is available at MWR/ITT offices at your military base or other at participating U.S. military sales outlets. The tickets are not available for sale at the Disneyland Resort ticket booths. The price is the same for adults and children, and total of six tickets may be purchased per military member, regardless of who purchases the tickets (the member or their spouse). Disney has also clarified that the “Military member (or spouse) must accompany the persons using these tickets for Theme Park admission,” which means you can not purchase these tickets and give them to someone who will be visiting without you present. “fuse” on this ticket, so you may have more than the standard 13 days from first use to use the remaining two admissions, but we highly recommend you contact your base MWR/ITT office for more details before making travel plans. Please note that this ticket is not a “bonus” ticket, and so does not include an early admission day. For complete information regarding Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets and discounted resort rates, military personnel may visit the Disneyland Resort website, or participating U.S. military base ticket offices. |
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| Discounts for California residents | None at this time | |
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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
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
- EMH – Early Admission for Annual Passholders (not currently offered)
Disneyland Resort Special Events:
- GN – Grad Nite.
- MA – MouseAdventure (www.mouseadventure.com)
- MHP – Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland. September 26, 30; October 3, 6, 8, 10, 14, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31.
| 9/14 | 9/15 | 9/16 | 9/17 | 9/18 | 9/19 | 9/20 |
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DL: 8a-12a None DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p None DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p None DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-5p EMH/MM DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts:
Events: |
DL: 9a-12a None DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-12a EMH/MM DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 9/21 | 9/22 | 9/23 | 9/24 | 9/25 | 9/26 | 9/27 |
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DL: 8a-12a None DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p None DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p None DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-10p EMH/MM DCA: 8a-6p AP Blockouts:
Events: |
DL: 8a-7p None DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 8a-12a EMH/MM DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 9/28 | 9/29 | 9/30 | 10/1 | 10/2 | 10/3 | 10/4 |
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DL: 8a-12a None DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p None DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 8a-6p None DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p EMH/MM DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p None DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 8a-12a EMH/MM DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 10/5 | 10/6 | 10/7 | 10/8 | 10/9 | 10/10 | 10/11 |
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DL: 8a-12a None DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p None DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 9a-9p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p None DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 9a-11p EMH/MM DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p None DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 8a-12a EMH/MM DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 10/12 | 10/13 | 10/14 | 10/15 | 10/16 | 10/17 | 10/18 |
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DL: 10a-12a None DCA: 10a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-11p None DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 9a-9p None DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-9p EMH/MM DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p None DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP at Disneyland |
DL: 8a-12a EMH/MM DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
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.
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