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More Frozen Fun for California Adventure
Disney California Adventure continued “soft opening” previews of the Frozen Fun event last week, with Olaf's Snow Fest and For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration opening ahead of their official Wednesday, January 7 debut. More set decoration was also added to Hollywood Land, which has become quite the destination for Frozen fans. I spent Sunday morning checking out the new additions with a Frozen-obsessed 4-year-old, and he loved every inch of the place.
Olaf's Snow Fest
I will be the first to admit that your opinion of Olaf's Snow Fest will be greatly influenced by whether you think of “snow” as a normal weather forecast or as a tourist attraction. If you're in the first camp and have more than a passing familiarity with a snow shovel, then you can safely skip Stage 17 and continue on your Disney day.
On the other hand, if you're like me and grew up in Southern Califoria waiting for a winter storm to blanket the local mountains enough to warrant a snow day pilgrimage, then you'll understand the appeal of this charming little snow play area.
Stage 17 has been completely transformed into what appears to be the courtyard of Arendelle Castle. The interior walls are decorated with wooden awnings that appear to be dripping with icicles, and designers made good use of dramatic lighting and projected snow effects to set the mood.
Snow play
About half of the space is filled with a snow play area, complete with a short snow slide. In the center stands the familiar frozen fountain from the movie, and frosty trees are bunched around the area. Plastic snow toys are scattered around the area, and children are encouraged to build snow castles or snowmen. There is also a collection of premade flags, accents, and facial features to help decorate the frosty creations.
The familiar “Frozen” fountain is the focal point of the snow play area. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The snow slide is admittedly very short, but fun all the same for young sledders. While there are four lanes on the slide, cast members were only running two at a time during our visit. Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by an adult. I was pleased to see that there is a wheelchair lift on the back of the slide, allowing access for those who need asisstance to get to the top of the hill.
Olaf's Snow Fest features a small snow slide. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The snow play area can accommodate about 50 people (including parents) at a time, and sessions seem to be based on how many people are waiting to play. We arrived fairly early in the day and spent about 15 minutes playing in the snow. When we returned later in the day, the sessions were cut to about 10 minutes. Every hour or so, workers close the entire area and break up the compacted snow to provide a better playing surface.
Workers prepare the snow surface for the next group of visitors. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Disney's PhotoPass photographers are on hand to snap photos of kids as they play in the snow, which is a welcome option for parents who don't want to try to juggle a camera and an anxious child while walking across the slippery icy floor.
Disney “snow” floats down about every 15 minutes, adding a bit more enchantment to the area. A more snow-savvy kid might yawn at this offering, but my young companion, who had never seen snow before, wanted to get right back in line when our session ended.
Disney “snow” drifts over Olaf's Snow Fest in Disney California Adventure. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Having just recently visited the Frozen snow attraction at Walt Disney World, I was struck by how much better the California version is. Not only is the snow play area larger and have a slide, but the overall theming and decor of Stage 17 is vastly superior to the Florida version. Even if you never step foot on the snow, it's worth taking a peek inside the building just to admire the set dressing.
Food and merchandise
On either side of the entrance to Olaf's Snow Fest are food and merchandise stalls. The tiny store sells the requisite assortment of Frozen merchandise, although there's nothing you won't find right outside at Wandering Oaken's Trading Post. The food “stalls”—really a row of counters ending at a pair of cash registers—offer an assortment of hot and cold snacks and beverages. Looking over the menu, I was again struck by how much better the offerings are compared to the Walt Disney World version. While corn dog nuggets and Swedish meatballs aren't high cuisine, it's nice to have a hot snack option that Florida lacks. The cold offerings are compelling, too, including a nice cheese-and-fruit plate, and a cup of sliced vegetables arranged to look like a snowman.
A crunchy snowman veggie cup is one of the snowman-themed food offerings at Olaf's Snow Fest. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Fans of gingerbread shingles will be pleased to know that there is an Olaf version offered here, along with an Olaf cupcake, or “decorate your own” Olaf cookie kit. You can wash the baked Olafs down with a cup of hot cocoa, served with house-made mint marshmallows.
Entertainment
A group called the Wandering Fjords—fronted by Henry Fjord and Harrison Fjord—perform at intervals throughout the day. Their set does not include the well-known songs from Frozen, but instead feature new tunes based on the various characters. It's a nice bit of atmosphere entertainment to watch while standing in line for the next snow play session.
The Wandering Fjords perform inside Olaf's Snow Fest. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Meet Olaf
With the Snow Fest finally open, the Olaf meet-and-greet has moved inside Stage 17. Olaf greets visitors in a nice photo area behind the snow play floor, with cast members there to capture the moment for you using your camera or onto a PhotoPass, as you prefer. Disney was using the Fastpass system for the Olaf meet-and-greet when it first opened, but has since switched to a pager system. To get a pager, at least one member of your party must wait in a line outside Stage 17. When we visited, the line just to get the pager was about 30 minutes long. Once you have the pager, expect to wait an hour more to be paged to return to the check-in counter.
Olaf greets visitors in a new photo area inside Olaf's Snow Fest. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The pager works inside Stage 17 and throughout the Hollywood Land area, but you cannot take it much beyond there and expect it to work. Once you return, you are directed to join a line inside Stage 17 to wait for Olaf. We were told the line would be about 10 minutes; in reality it was a bit more than 20 minutes before we met the snowman himself. We overheard cast members saying that the meet-and-greet was running slower than expected that day, so hopefully they can adjust return times in the coming days.
During our visit on Sunday, we had no problem entering and exiting several times before noon, but the building reached capacity shortly thereafter. By 1:00 p.m., cast members were directing new arrivals to a standby line that reached almost an hour long. This attraction has only been open a few days, and won't be heavily marketed by Disney until January, but word of the soft-opening will certainly spread, so the lines will only get longer.
So our strongest advice for those planning to check out the Snow Fest? Get there early. Plan to get your snow play in early in the day, and then thaw out in the California sunshine in the afternoon.
“For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration“
While this show uses the same basic visuals as the Frozen sing-along in Walt Disney World, the new production has a new script that thankfully frees Princess Anna from the awkward comedic foil roll she performs in Florida. This slightly more stately production is hosted by the Royal Storyteller and her apprentice, Eric.
The Muppet*Vision 3D theater is transformed into the Crown Jewel Theater, and houses the new “Frozen Sing-Along Celebration.” Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The Royal Storyteller of Arendelle serves as one of the hosts for the new “Frozen Sing-Along Celebration.” Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Together, they recount the history of Arendelle—or at least the part covered by the film itself—illustrated with clips taken directly from the movie. The audience is invited to join in singing the “Anthems of Arendelle,” and the words are displayed right on the screen for those who haven't yet memorized them from repeated viewings of the movie.
The Royal Storyteller and her apprentice, Eric, recount the history of Arendelle using scenes from the movie. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Lyrics projected on the screen help the audience participate in the sing-along of the “Anthems of Arendelle.” Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The sing-along includes the most popular songs from the film, including two versions of “Let It Go.” Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Anna, Kristoff, and finally Queen Elsa, all make brief appearances in the show, with Elsa leading a second round of “Let It Go” for the big finale.
The former Muppet*Vision 3D theater has been overhauled so thoroughly that it's difficult to imagine that the Muppets will ever return to Disney California Adventure in this attraction. The unique elements of the venue are well-used in this production, with the scrims around the theater used to display digital effects that really enhance the production.
Kristoff (far left) and the Royal Storyteller (far right) look on as Princess Anna promotes Eric from apprentice. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Left to right: Eric, the Royal Storyteller, Queen Elsa, Princess Anna, and Kristoff take the stage during the finale of the “Frozen Sing-Along Celebration.” Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Though I find this script to be much better than the Florida version, don't expect high art from this show. It's a sing-along with a very thin plot, and it's best not to question why the soon-to-be Royal Storyteller didn't know before now what happened to the former King and Queen, or to ask what anniversary Anna and Kristoff are celebrating.
Be sure to get a Fastpass if the Frozen Sing-Along Celebration is on your must-do list during the holiday rush. Even with up to 14 performances a day, many shows are at capacity, so it's best to have a Fastpass to avoid being shut out in the standby line.
The stage is set for the Freeze the Night dance party at Disney California Adventure. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The House of Cards bar and stage have been converted to the House of Ice for Freeze the Night. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Ice block structures now cover the base of the House of Ice structure. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
New Year's Eve toolkit
Heading to the Disneyland Resort to celebrate New Year's Eve? You're not alone, so make the most of your holiday with these schedules and detailed information guide:
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New Year's Eve Countdown Central at Sleeping Beauty Castle – featuring a live DJ, party host, character appearances, and the Disneyland Resort Ambassadors. |
9:10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. |
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Fantasy in the Sky fireworks |
Midnight |
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Tomorrowland Terrace Dance Party – featuring Suburban Legends and DJ |
9:10 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. |
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“it's a small world” Dance Party – featuring a live DJ, party host and character appearances |
7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. |
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World of Color – Winter Dreams – Fireworks and fountain display; World of Color immediately after. |
Midnight |
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Hollywood Backlot / Freeze the Night |
7:05 p.m. to 12:25 a.m. |
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Countdown and fireworks from the Hollywood Land rooftops at Midnight |
Midnight |
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French Market – Solo piano player |
7:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
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Fantasy Faire – The Royal Swing Big Band Ball Featuring Stompy Jones |
7:45 p.m. to 12:35 a.m. |
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Flo's V8 Cafe – featuring the Kelly Rae Band |
10:30 p.m. to 12:45 a.m. |
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Carthay Circle – featuring The Tim Gill All-Stars |
10:30 p.m. to 12:45 a.m. |
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Paradise Garden Bandstand – featuring a live band |
10:15 p.m. to 1:05 a.m. |
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Sonoma Terrace – featuring Oak & Gorski |
10:30 p.m. to 1:05 a.m. |
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Tower of Terror – featuring The Ellis Island Boys from |
10:30 p.m. to 1:05 a.m. |
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Believe in Holiday Magic |
8:30 p.m. |
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New Year's Eve Fantasy in the Sky |
Midnight |
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Fantasmic Now that Fantasmic Fastpass is the law of the land, be sure to read our Fantasmic Fastpass Guide for information about how get a same-day Fastpass for the first two performances on New Year's Eve. All of the Fantasmic dining packages are booked out for the evening, but you can always check at the locations for any last-minute walk-up availability. Disneyland does not issue Fastpasses or offer dining packages for the 3rd performance of Fantasmic on any given night, regardless of whether the 3rd showing was scheduled or added. This means those who wish to see the 11:59 p.m. show at Disneyland can camp out as usual—the entire viewing area is considered standby for that show. |
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World of Color Countdown to Midnight In past years, a separate Fastpass machine was used to issue tickets for the World of Color Countdown to Midnight show at the same time the other machines issued tickets for the earlier shows. We don't know if this will be the case again this year, but it's worth swinging by the Fastpass distribution area to check. |
Midnight |
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Midnight |
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Jingle Jangle Jamboree in Disneyland |
Begins 6:00 p.m. |
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Parade gate across from Silly Symphony Swings in DCA |
5:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. |
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Parade gate near Tower of Terror in DCA |
5:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. |
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Mickey & Friends |
No planned tram service interruptions to the Mickey and Friends structure, but expect heavy crowds after both fireworks shows. |
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Downtown Disney |
Downtown Disney parking lot (Stitch and Lilo) will begin charging at flat $20 fee per vehicle upon entry starting at 5pm. Visitors who get a validation from the theater or participating restaurant can receive a refund from the valet booth by showing their parking ticket and receipt. |
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Toontown closes at 8 p.m, for fireworks, and will not reopen. |
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California Screamin' will not reopen after the 3rd World of Color show. |
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Dining |
Call 714-781-3463 to make reservations, or use the online dining reservation system. |
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The new Fantasmic dining packages have really put a dent in dining availability at the Disneyland Resort for the entire holiday season, and New Year's Eve is as bad as you would imagine. As of this writing, New Year's Eve reservations were still available for smaller parties at just a handful of restaurants, but groups larger than 6 are completely out of luck. |
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Big Thunder Ranch BBQ (parties of 2, 4 or 6) |
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Goofy's Kitchen – Disneyland Hotel (party of 2 only) |
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Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen – Downtown Disney (parties of 2, 4 or 6) |
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Storyteller's Cafe – Disney's Grand Californian Hotel (parties of 2 or 4 only) |
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2015 Refurbishment Update
Longtime MousePlanet contributor Mary Kraemer, a travel agent with Escapade Adventures, sent some updated refurbishment information to help fill in the schedule for 2015. Note: Disney last updated its travel agent website on December 16, and there have been several changes since then, including an extension of the Winnie the Pooh refurbishment (now through at least February 8), plus the addition of the Luigi's refurbishment renovation.
As always with refurbishment dates, everything is “subject to change without notice,” but for now, this is the best information we have to date:
Disneyland
- Captain EO – closed January 5–15 for refurbishment.
- Snow White's Scary Adventures – closed January 7 for one-day refurbishment.
- Matterhorn Bobsleds – closes January 7 for refurbishment; expected to reopen May 16.
- Jungle Cruise – closed January 7–9 to remove the holiday overlay.
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – closes January 12 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Splash Mountain – closes January 12 for refurbishment; expected to reopen April 3.
- Pooh Corner and all Critter Country stores – closes January 12 for refurbishment; reopening dates unknown.
- Hungry Bear Restaurant – closes January 12 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes – closes January 12 for refurbishment; expected to reopen April 3.
- Haunted Mansion – closed January 12–22 for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Railroad – closes January 26 for refurbishment; expected to reopen February 13.
- “it's a small world” – closed January 26 to February 5 to remove the holiday overlay.
- The Enchanted Chamber – closes January 26 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Le Bat en Rouge – closes February 2 for renovation; reopening date unknown.
- Peter Pan's Flight – closes February 2 for renovation; reopening date unknown.
Disney California Adventure
- The Bakery Tour – closed through January 26 for refurbishment.
- Muppet*Vision 3D – closed indefinitely due to the Frozen Fun overlay.
- Pacific Wharf Cafe – closed January 5 to February 5 for refurbishment.
- Soarin' Over California – closes January 6 for refurbishment; expected to reopen May 15.
- Taste Pilots' Grill – closes January 7 for refurbishment; expected to reopen March 13.
- World of Color – dark starting January 7 for refurbishment; expected to return March 13.
- Redwood Creek Challenge Trail – closes January 20 for refurbishment; expected to reopen March 13.
- Grizzly River Run – closes January 20 for refurbishment; expected to reopen March 20.
- Boardwalk Bazaar; Sideshow Shirts; Point Magu Tattoo – closes January 26 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Ariel's Grotto – closes February 2 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Luigi's Flying Tires – closes February 3 for renovation; reopening date unknown.
- Blue Sky Cellar – closed through October 2.
This and that…
…It looks like February 2 is the last day to ride Luigi's Flying Tires, so make sure you say your farewells. The ride is rumored to be removed and replaced with a different tire-themed attraction.
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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
- Captain EO – closed January 5–15 for refurbishment.
- Snow White's Scary Adventures – closed January 7 for one-day refurbishment.
- Matterhorn Bobsleds – closes January 7 for refurbishment; expected to reopen May 16.
- Jungle Cruise – closed January 7–9 to remove the holiday overlay.
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – closes January 12 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Splash Mountain – closes January 12 for refurbishment; expected to reopen April 3.
- Pooh Corner and all Critter Country stores – closes January 12 for refurbishment; reopening dates unknown.
- Hungry Bear Restaurant – closes January 12 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes – closes January 12 for refurbishment; expected to reopen April 3.
- Haunted Mansion – closed January 12–22 for refurbishment.
- Disneyland Railroad – closes January 26 for refurbishment; expected to reopen February 13.
- “it's a small world” – closed January 26 to February 5 to remove the holiday overlay.
- The Enchanted Chamber – closes January 26 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Le Bat en Rouge – closes February 2 for renovation; reopening date unknown.
- Peter Pan's Flight – closes February 2 for renovation; reopening date unknown.
Disney California Adventure
- The Bakery Tour – closed through January 26 for refurbishment.
- Muppet*Vision 3D – closed indefinitely due to the Frozen Fun overlay.
- Pacific Wharf Cafe – closed January 5 to February 5 for refurbishment.
- Soarin' Over California – closes January 6 for refurbishment; expected to reopen May 15.
- Taste Pilots' Grill – closes January 7 for refurbishment; expected to reopen March 13.
- World of Color – dark starting January 7 for refurbishment; expected to return March 13.
- Redwood Creek Challenge Trail – closes January 20 for refurbishment; expected to reopen March 13.
- Grizzly River Run – closes January 20 for refurbishment; expected to reopen March 20.
- Boardwalk Bazaar; Sideshow Shirts; Point Magu Tattoo – closes January 26 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Ariel's Grotto – closes February 2 for refurbishment; reopening date unknown.
- Luigi's Flying Tires – closes February 3 for renovation; reopening date unknown.
- Blue Sky Cellar – closed through October 2.
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).
Winter
- Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort – through January 6, 2015.
2015
- Viva Navidad – Three Kings Day activities – January 2–6.
- Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend – January 15–18. This inaugural 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.
- 2015 Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – May 7–10 (Mother's Day weekend). All events are sold out. Details at the runDisney website.
- 2015 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend – September 3–6. Registration opens February 10. Details at the runDisney website.
- 2015 Avengers Half Marathon Weekend – November 12–15. Registration opens April 7.
2016
- 2016 Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend – January 14–17. Registration opens June 16, 2015.
- 2016 Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – May 5–8. Registration opens August 11, 2015.
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. |
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2014–2015 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($132) |
A discounted price offered to Eligible Service Members or their spouses. The 2014–2015 U.S. Armed Forces discount is valid through October 3, 2015. 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 December 24–31, 2014; and March 30 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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2015 Southern California CityPASS $334/$291
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2015 Southern California CityPASS ($334/$291) – 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 June 2, 2015. 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. When you purchase the CityPASS, you have the option of adding a one-day admission to either San Diego Zoo or San Diego Safari Park for an extra $36/$28; and/or a one-day admission to LEGOLAND California for $59/$55. This upgraded pass is only available for purchase directly from the CityPASS website Prices listed above are valid until June 2, 2015 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!
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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 through 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 |
If you plan to visit Disneyland before the 60th anniversary celebration begins, check out two new discount offers for the Disneyland Resort Hotels.
You must book by February 12, 2015, and complete your travel by March 26, 2015. Contact your travel agent or Disney Travel Company for details and to make a reservation. Thanks to Sue at Small World Vacations for the information. 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 U.S. military |
See “2014–2015 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($132)” above. |
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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
- EA – 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
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-11p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-11p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-11p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-2a DCA: 8a-1a AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-11p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-11p AP Blockouts: Events: |
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DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: |
DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts:
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DL: 9a-9p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-9p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
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DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts:
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: |
DL: 9a-12a DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: |
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DL: 9a-12a DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: |
DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None
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DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-6p DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-12a DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-8p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-12a DCA: 9a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-12a 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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