Update for September 28 – October 4, 2015
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60th anniversary celebration to run through September 5, 2016 | Disneyland Railroad. Rivers of America, Fantasmic scheduled for one-year hiatus when Star Wars Land construction begins | Season of the Force debuts November 16 at Disneyland | 2016 Military Salute details | Mickey's Halloween Party tips | MahaloWeen 2015 | This and that… | Crowd Forecast
60th anniversary celebration to run through September 5, 2016
Disney's first announcement in what proved to be a very busy week was to provide the official end date of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration. The marketing promotion will continue through September 5, 2016, ending after Labor Day and the 2016 Disneyland Half Marathon weekend.
Sleeping Beauty Castle will remain decorated for the 60th anniversary for another year. MousePlanet file photo.
The announcement has prompted people to ask what will happen to the three nighttime shows created for the 60th anniversary (“World of Color – Celebrate”; Paint the Night parade, and the “Disneyland Forever” fireworks show). While Disney hasn't provided an official answer, it's almost certain that both the new fireworks show and the parade will continue until Disney has a really good reason to replace them. But if you want to make absolutely certain you'll see all three new shows, you have almost another year to visit.
Disneyland Railroad. Rivers of America, Fantasmic scheduled for one-year hiatus when Star Wars Land construction begins
Friday afternoon, the Disneyland Resort officially notified cast members at the impacted locations of the coming closures, then shared details about the plans via a posting on the Disney Parks Blog. According to that announcement, all of the following are set to close at the end of the day on January 10, 2016, to allow for construction access to the 14-acre expansion site:
- The Disneyland Railroad. and all four stations
- The Fantasmic! nighttime spectacular
- All Rivers of America watercraft:
- Mark Twain Riverboat
- Sailing Ship Columbia
- Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes
- Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island
Disney says that all of these attractions will reopen in the future. While the announcement did not say how long the attractions will be closed, a spokesperson told MousePlanet the closures are expected to last more than a year.
The Mark Twain and Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes are temporarily closing beginning January 10, 2016, because of construction of the Star Wars Land expansion. MousePlanet file photo.
David Koenig previously wrote about plans to permanently close the Big Thunder Ranch complex, which includes the petting farm, barbecue restaurant and “Jamboree” area.
By our rough estimate, more than 300 Disneyland cast members are impacted by the temporary and permanent closures, though Disney would not confirm that number. Disney did confirm that all cast members will be offered transfers to other roles, which is the company's usual practice when employees are displaced due to location closures. It seems to us that this might prove more challenging when dealing with employees in specialized roles, like the petting zoo animal handlers and the Fantasmic stage technicians.
The Rivers of America is again closing to exploration when Star Wars Land construction begins in 2016. MousePlanet file photo.
Disney's announcement did not explain why the Disneyland Railroad and the entire Rivers of America complex must be shuttered during this phase of the construction. The Orange County Register received confirmation from Disney that the Rivers will be drained, and the water saved in storage as was the case when Paradise Bay and the Submarine Lagoon were refurbished.
The Disneyland Railroad tracks run behind the Big Thunder Ranch area, land which is used in the Star Wars Land expansion. Imagineers faced a similar problem when they built Toontown outside the existing park berm, but simply constructed an entrance tunnel underneath the Disneyland Railroad tracks. That worked for Toontown, but is not an ideal solution for the already-tricky transition between the wilds of Frontierland and the frontier of unexplored space.
Based on building permits filed with the City of Anaheim, it is possible that Disneyland intends to modify the path of the Disneyland Railroad, perhaps moving the tracks to cut the corner across the Big Thunder Ranch area. This is complete speculation on our part, but may explain the need for a year-long closure.
The closure of the Rivers of America may also be a sign that Disney plans to alter the banks of that waterway, perhaps to make room for the rumored path between Critter Country and Star Wars Land.
When asked, a Disney spokesperson said only that they have nothing to announce at this time.
Season of the Force debuts November 16 at Disneyland
Today's breaking news about the construction-related closures of the Disneyland Railroad, Fantasmic, and the Rivers of America attractions was actually the second story in a Disney Parks Blog article providing official dates and details of its Star Wars: Season of the Force seasonal event that begins November 16 at Disneyland.
While you're making plans to catch the final performances of Fantasmic before its year-long hiatus begins in January, you can also schedule a stop in Tomorrowland to take in the Season of the Force offerings.
The Star Wars Launch Bay is a highlight of the Season of the Force promotion at Disneyland. Photo © Disney.
Star Wars Launch Bay
The highlight of the promotion is the Star Wars Launch Bay, currently under construction in part of the former Innoventions building (now known as the Tomorrowland Expo Center) in Tomorrowland. Star Wars will occupy most of the lower floor of the building, with the Avengers remaining on the upper level.
From Disney's description, it appears that the outer ring of the building will be devoted to a series of four galleries, featuring props, costumes and concept art from around the Star Wars universe:
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| Dark Side Gallery | Get a look at authentic pieces of stormtrooper armor as well as famous Sith lightsabers once wielded by masters of the dark side. |
| Light Side Gallery | Explore a gallery filled with Rebel flight helmets and lightsabers once wielded by Jedi Knights. |
| Preview Gallery | See props from the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. |
| Starship Gallery | Discover models of famous starships and their pilots from throughout the Star Wars saga. |
There are two meet-and-greet opportunities inside the Star Wars Launch Bay, with a chance to pose with Darth Vader or Chewbacca. We've previously reported that Disney Visa Card holders will have an exclusive character meet-and-greet inside the Star Wars Launch Bay, but we do not know which character(s) will be present.
Not to be left out, Disney Interactive will have a piece of the Launch Bay real estate, with a demonstration of Disney Games. Gamers can play park-exclusive Toy Box levels of Disney Infinity 3.0, which should prove popular with the annual passholder crowd. From building permits filed with the city of Anaheim, we also know there will be at least one gift shop inside the Star Wars Launch Bay.
Visitors can meet Chewbacca or Darth Vader inside the Star Wars Launch Bay as part of the Season of the Force promotion. Photo © Disney.
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple
The popular Jedi Training Academy show is being updated in December to include characters from the Disney XD series, Star Wars Rebels. We previously reported that Disneyland tried a two-day test of enrolling potential Padawans in the morning, rather than picking them at the start of each show. If the park decides to implement this change, we'd expect it to begin with the debut of the new show.
Tomorrowland Theater
Disney is reopening the Tomorrowland Theater during Season of the Force, and presenting “favorite scenes from classic Star Wars films.” We can't be the only ones wondering why Disneyland isn't offering a sneak preview trailer of the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens film, at least until the film opens on December 18.
Hyperspace Mountain opens at Disneyland on November 16 as part of the Season of the Force promotion. Photo © Disney.
Hyperspace Mountain and Star Tours: The Adventures Continue
Disneyland's latest attraction overlay debuts November 16, when Hyperspace Mountain opens. Disney says you will “climb aboard a reimagined Space Mountain attraction, in which guests will join an X-wing starfighter battle.”
Star Tours: The Adventures Continue will feature a new scene “inspired” by Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Disney has also promised “special themed food and beverage, merchandise and entertainment,” so expect additional details as November 16 approaches.
2016 Military Salute details
Disney has released details of the 2016 Military Salute for Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
If you have taken advantage of this offer in the past, you may have noticed that the new offer is valid during the 2016 calendar year, and not the usual October September Disney fiscal year. According to the folks over at Military Disney Tips, this change was made so that military personnel would have time to receive their tickets in time to make Fastpass+ reservations at Walt Disney World when the 60-day window opens. Previously, military personnel couldn't get their tickets in time to make advance FP+ reservations, limiting them to same-day reservations.
We've summarized the offers below, and you can find all of the detailed terms and conditions on our MousePad discussion forum.
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From October 12, 2015 through December 16, 2016, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase: Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $143 each [an increase of $11 from the 2014-2015 offer.] Disneyland tickets may be used January 3, 2016, through December 19, 2016, except that the tickets may not be used March 20, 2016 April 1, 2016. Active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional Tickets for themselves and up to five additional family members or friends. No more than six Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (or spouse) pursuant to this offer. All tickets and options are non-transferable and must be used by December 19, 2016. |
| Hotel discounts |
The new offer is valid most nights from January 3 through December 19, 2016. Like the ticket offer, the hotel discounts are not valid March 20, 2016 through April 1, 2016. Disney does not publish the actual discounted rates, and instead asks eligible U.S. military personnel to call 714-520-7088 to check pricing, availability and to make reservations. The website Military Disney Tips.com says the offer is 30-40%, based on room category. Unlike the Walt Disney World version, the Disneyland offer allows the eligible service member to book up to two rooms, and allows their spouse (with valid and proper ID) to qualify in the absence of the service member. |
Mickey's Halloween Party tips
Mickey's Halloween Party began its 2015 season this past weekend, with the opening event on Friday, September 25. With 16 more events to go, we published tips and tricks to make the most of your experience at this popular annual event. We encourage you to read the full article as you make your plans for the event, but wanted to add a few notes to the information presented there:
- If your group (of any age) is into characters, make the Toontown Treat pre-party your first stop. On Friday, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto, Chip and Dale were all out in their Halloween costumes, and it's a great way to get your photos during daylight hours. The pre-party opens 2 hours before the official event start, and, while it does not appear on the event schedule, enough people know about it that it can quickly become crowded.
- If you are a Disneyland Resort annual passholder, be sure to stop by the Passholder Treat Station at the Main Street Opera House for a special gift. On Friday, the AP treat was a Disneyland 60th anniversary drawstring backpack, and a diamond-shaped sweet. The passholder treat station is open from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. during Sunday through Thursday events, and from 6:00 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday events.
- Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel has extended its operating hours and opened up more reservation slots for the remaining Friday night events. The restaurant will now open at 3:00 p.m. on Friday October 2, 9, 16, and 23. This will allow you to grab an early dinner with characters, and still make it into the event with enough time to visit the Toontown Pre-Party.
This was the status of each event night as of publication:
Available: September 28, 30; October 27, and 29
Sold out: September 25; October 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 22, 23, 25, and 31
MahaloWeen 2015
Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar will present a MahaloWeen event on Monday and Tuesday, October 12 and 13. This is the third event like this hosted at the bar – including the 2014 MahaloWeen party and this year's Diamond Celebration Luau. Like the August event, this party will be held on the Magic Kingdom Lawn adjacent to the Trader Sam's complex, and not in the bar itself.
There are a total of four parties, with two 90-minute events hosted each evening: 6:00–7:30 p.m., or 8:00–9:30 p.m. This change should make it easier for people to attend on a weeknight.
This new tiki mug will be released at the Trader Sam's MahaloWeen event. Photo © Disney.
Tickets are $150 per person (up $25 from the 2014 event), and includes appetizers, two drink tickets and a performance by Tahitian Fire Dancers. Each participant will receive three souvenirs, and the artists will be on hand to sign the mug and print:
- Commemorative “MahaloWeen” kukui nut lei
- Tiki-themed event print on parchment paper
- 1 special edition tiki glass (which looks like Jack Skellington to us, though Disney just calls it “a fierce-looking jack-o'-lantern carved into a glazed coconut”)
Purchase tickets online at the Disneyland website, or call (714) 781-3463. At the time of publication, all four event were available.
Join Team MousePlanet for the 25th Anniversary CHOC WalkAs of September 20, we've raised $3,367 for the 2015 CHOC WalkThe 2015 CHOC Walk in the Park, an annual fundraiser for Children's Hospital Orange County, is Sunday, October 11 at the Disneyland Resort. Team MousePlanet is back for our eighth consecutive year at the walk, and we invite all MousePlanet readers, friends and family members to join our team for the event. 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. 2015 CHOC-tober ticket promotionEach walker who raises at least $65 in the 2015 CHOC Walk can purchase up to five discounted tickets following the event. The tickets are valid starting October 11, 2015, and must by used by November 6, 2015.
Tickets may only be purchased in person at the Disneyland Resort following the CHOC Walk. There is a limit of 5 tickets per wristband, and each eligible walker must be present to show their wristband and purchase tickets. |
This and that…
…Pirates of the Caribbean is expected to reopen at Disneyland tomorrow, September 29.
…Jungle Cruise and Space Mountain both close Monday, November 2 due to holiday overlays. Reopening dates were not available at press time, but the Jungle Cruise may remain closed through November 12 to allow for installation of the Jingle Cruise overlay, and Space Mountain may be closed through November 15 as crews remove the Ghost Galaxy overlay and install the new HyperSpace Mountain overlay.
…The Gay Days at Disneyland event takes place this weekend, October 2–4 at the Disneyland Resort. More information about this unofficial event, including a schedule for the day, is available on the event website. Most of the organized in-park events take place at Disneyland on Saturday, October 3, and in Disney California Adventure on Sunday, October 4.
…Disney has filed permits related to an expansion of the Toy Story parking lot, including building a sound wall and adding light poles. Our guess is that the lot will expand into the dirt lot along the south edge of the parcel, which backs onto a residential complex.
The blue line marks the boundaries of one parcel that makes up the Toy Story parking lot. Disney has filed a permit to expand the lot. City of Anaheim graphic.
..Disney has also filed permits related to an expansion of the popular Cove Bar at Disney California Adventure, though no additional details are available.
…Tickets are available for only four remaining Mickey's Halloween Party events, including tonight's party.
Available: September 28, 30; October 27, and 29
Sold out: September 25; October 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 22, 23, 25, and 31
…The Vampire Mickey popcorn bucket is finally in stock at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.
Will you brave the sunlight to get this Mickey Vampire Premium Popcorn Bucket? Now at select popcorn carts! pic.twitter.com/WcapRiRg6f
— Disneyland Today (@DisneylandToday) September 27, 2015
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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, visit Disneyland.com – this information is no longer available from the automated phone service.
Disneyland
- Pirates of the Caribbean – closed through September 29 for refurbishment.
- Tarzan's Treehouse – closed through October 2 for refurbishment.
- Tomorrowland Theater (Captain EO) – reopens November 16 as part of the Season of the Force promotion.
- Starcade – closed for renovation; reopening date TBD.
- Innoventions – reopens November 16 as the Tomorrowland Expo Center.
- “it's a small world” – closed October 19 through November 5 for installation of the holiday overlay.
- Jungle Cruise – closes November 2 for installation of the Jungle Cruise overlay. May be closed through November 12.
- Space Mountain – closes November 2 to remove the Ghost Galaxy overlay, and install the HyperSpace Mountain overlay. May be closed through November 15.
Disney California Adventure
- Turtle Talk with Crush – closed October 12–29 for refurbishment.
- Blue Sky Cellar – closed; reopening date now TBD.
- Luigi's Flying Tires – closed. Ride to be removed and replaced; reopening date unknown.
- Muppet*Vision 3D – closed indefinitely due to the Frozen Fun overlay.
- Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular – closes January 10, 2016. Replaced in Summer 2016 by a new Frozen musical.
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).
2015
- Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration – through September 5, 2016
- Halloween Time – through November 1.
- Mickey's Halloween Party – September 28, and 3027, 29, and 31. Tickets are still available for those dates in red; purchase via the Disneyland website, by calling (714) 781-4400, or in person at a Disneyland Resort ticket booth, See above for details.
- Gay Days at Disneyland (unofficial event) – October 2–4. More information on the event website.
- 2015 CHOC Walk in the Park – Sunday, October 11 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.
- Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade taping at the Disneyland Resort – November 6–8. Taping of the West Coast portions of the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade. The performances are usually taped on Friday and Saturday, with Sunday reserved as a back-up day in case of weather. Filming is always subject to change without notice; do not make a special trip just to see the filming.
- 2015 Avengers Half Marathon Weekend – November 12–15. Most events are sold out, but space remains in the half-marathon race. Details on the runDisney website. Infinity Gauntlet Challenge – If you missed registering for this challenge (in which you complete Saturday's 10K and Sunday's half-marathon to earn a third challenge medal), official spots are still available through Team Muscle Makers for Ullrich Congenital Muscular Dystrophy, one of the charity fundraiser groups officially recognized by runDisney. You have until October 11 to contact them at info@tmm4ucmd.com.
- Holidays at the Disneyland Resort – November 13 through January 6.
- Season of the Force – begins November 16. No end date yet announced.
- Candlelight Processional – December 5–6. Performances times and narrator(s) have not yet been announced.
2016
- Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration – through September 5, 2016
- 2016 Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend – January 14–17. All running events are sold out, but ChEAR Squad packages are still available. Details on the runDisney website.
- 2016 Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend – May 5–8. The 5K and 10K events are sold out, but the half-marathon and Pixie Dust Challenge are still available. Details on the runDisney website.
- Dapper Days at the Parks (unofficial event) – Sunday, May 1, 2016. More information at the event website.
- 2016 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend – September 1–4.
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.
School Holidays
Notable school holidays that may impact park attendance. If you know of any other holidays that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail (link).
2015
- Utah Education Association convention (UEA, a.k.a. “Utah Escapes to Anaheim”) – October 15–16. Expect unusually large attendance levels October 16–20 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.
- Hawaii public schools Fall Break – October 5–9.
- Nevada Day (observed) – Friday, October 30. A school holiday for our neighbors to the northeast creates a 3-day weekend and usually adds to the Halloween weekend crowds.
- Thanksgiving Break – November 23–27. Many local schools close for the entire week of Thanksgiving.
- Winter Break – December 21, 2015 – January 8, 2016. Most local schools are closed.
2016
- Spring Break(s) – March 14 – April 8. Most local schools are closed one week during this period. Expect the majority of school closures—and crowds—the weeks immediately before and after Easter Sunday, March 27.
- Local School Holiday – Monday, March 28. Most local schools not already on Spring Break will be closed for Cesar Chavez Day.
- Nevada Day (observed) – Friday, October 28. A school holiday for our neighbors to the northeast creates a 3-day weekend and usually adds to the Halloween weekend crowds. Some Nevada schools take the entire week off as a Fall Break.
- Utah Education Association convention (UEA, a.k.a. “Utah Escapes to Anaheim”) – October 20–21. Expect unusually large attendance levels October 19–23 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.
- Thanksgiving Break – November 21–25. Many local schools close for the entire week of Thanksgiving.
- Winter Break – December 19, 2016 – January 6, 2017. Most schools close only two of these three weeks, but some districts close all three weeks due to the Saturday Christmas.
Merchandise Events
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| Oct 3 (Sa) |
WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase:
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| Oct 4 (S) | WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Haunted Memories artist Eddie Allen, 2–5 p.m. |
| Oct 9 (F) | WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Miss Mindy, 6:30–10 p.m. |
| Oct 10 (Sa) |
WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase:
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| Oct 16 (F) |
China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments artist Linda Rick, noon to 10 p.m. WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Miss Mindy, 6:30–10 p.m. |
| Oct 17 (Sa) |
Disneyana – Book Signing: Don Hahn and Tracey Miller-Zarneke, 9–11 a.m. China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments artist Linda Rick, noon to 10 p.m. WonderGround Gallery: – Artist Showcase:
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| Oct 18 (S) |
China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments artist Linda Rick, noon to 10 p.m. WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Hero Handmade Goods, 2–5 p.m. |
| Oct 19 (M) | China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments representatives, noon to 10 p.m. |
| Oct 20 (T) | China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments representatives, noon to 10 p.m. |
| Oct 21 (W) | China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments representatives, noon to 10 p.m. |
| Oct 22 (Th) | China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments representatives, noon to 10 p.m. |
| Oct 23 (F) |
China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments artist Linda Rick, noon to 10 p.m. WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Miss Mindy, 6:30–10 p.m. |
| Oct 24 (Sa) |
China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments artist Linda Rick, noon to 10 p.m. WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase:
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| Oct 25 (S) |
China Closet – Artist Showcase: Precious Moments artist Linda Rick, noon to 10 p.m. WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Haunted Memories artist Eddie Allen, 2–5 p.m. |
| Oct 30 (F) | WonderGround Gallery – Artist Showcase: Miss Mindy, 6:30–10 p.m. |
Current Discounts & Promotions
Disneyland prices as of February 2015.
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.
| One Day, One Park Ticket – Regularly $99/$93
One Day Park Hopper – Regularly $155/$149 |
CHOC-tober one-day, one-park ticket – $51 A discounted price available to participants in the 2015 CHOC Walk, an annual fundraiser for Children's Hospital Orange County. The 2015 event is Sunday, October 11. Each walker who raises at least $65 can purchase up to five discounted tickets following the event. The tickets are valid starting October 11, 2015, and must by used by November 6, 2015. For this 25th Anniversary event, CHOC has raised the minimum fund-raising commitment. There is no charge to register for the walk, but walkers (ages 3 and up) must commit to raise $65 before the event. We invite MousePlanet readers, friends, and family members to join our team for the event. 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 $185/$172
Two Day Park Hopper – Regularly $225/$212 |
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 $235/$224 Three Day Park Hopper – Regularly $275/$264 |
Adults at Kids' Prices Three Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket – $264 A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. Offer valid for travel during September and November 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. 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) 2016 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($143) |
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. 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. 2016 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($143) From October 12, 2015 through December 16, 2016, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:
Disneyland tickets may be used January 3, 2016, through December 19, 2016, except that the tickets may not be used March 20, 2016 April 1, 2016. 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 $260/$245 Four Day Park Hopper – Regularly $300/$285 |
Adults at Kids' Prices Four Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket – $285 A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. Offer valid for travel during September and November 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. 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 $275/$259 Five Day Park Hopper – Regularly $315/$299 |
Adults at Kids' Prices Five Day Park Hopper Bonus Ticket – $299 A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. Offer valid for travel during September and November 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. Five Days for the price of Four Park Hopper Bonus Ticket – $300/$285 A discounted ticket available through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. The first day of use must occur on or before December 31, 2015. Bonus Tickets include one Magic Morning early entry which allows access to select areas of Disneyland Park one hour before the park opens to the general public. (subject to change without notice) Ticket expires 13 days after first use. See Get Away Travel website for offer details and restrictions. 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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| Six Day or longer tickets | No longer offered by Disneyland; some travel providers may offer tickets for 6 days or longer as part of a package to international customers; residents of Canada, Australia, or the U.K. should check with local travel agencies to see what options may be available. | |
| 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 LEGOLAND California. The CityPASS expires 14 days after first use at any location, and the first use must occur by December 31, 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. 2015 Southern California CityPASS through Get Away Today ($324/$281) – Save $10 per ticket when you purchase your City Pass through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel, 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 $48/$38. This upgraded pass is only available for purchase directly from the CityPASS website Prices listed above are valid until December 31, 2015 Check with your employer, school or credit union to see if any other discounts are available through them. |
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| Disneyland Resort & Universal Studios Combo Pass |
2-day Disneyland Resort + 2-Day Universal Studios Combo Pass – $300/$281 A special combo ticket available exclusively through MousePlanet travel partner Get Away Travel. The bundle includes either a 2-day or 3-day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket, plus a 2nd Day Free Universal Studios Hollywood Ticket. |
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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). This club replaces the former Rainforest Cafe Safari Club, and 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 birthday 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, 2015. All other passholders receive a 10% merchandise discount. Visit the Annual Passholder discount page for specific details and exclusions. Guided Tours – 15% off the regular price of 6 guided tours – Walt in Walt's Footsteps; Cultivating the Magic; Discover the Magic; Happiest Haunts; Welcome to Disneyland; and Holiday Time at Disneyland. Visit the Annual Passholder discount page for specific details and exclusions. Dining – 10 to 15% off at a variety of Disneyland Resort locations, including Disney-owned and independent restaurants. Visit the Annual Passholder discount page for specific details and exclusions. |
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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, Wine Country Trattoria (lunch), Paradise Garden Grill, The Lounge at Steakhouse 55 (breakfast), Steakhouse 55 (breakfast), PCH Grill (breakfast and dinner), and Storyteller's Café (lunch). Downtown Disney District dining and merchandise – 10 percent off at Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen (maximum discount of $40, excludes alcohol), Wetzel's Pretzels, Ridemakerz, Alamo Rent a Car, and ESPN Zone. 15 percent off littlemissmatched purchases. Disneyland Resort Guided Tours – 15 percent off the “Welcome to Disneyland,” “A Walk in Walt's Footsteps,” “Discover the Magic,” and “Cultivating 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 U.S. military |
See “2014–2015 Disney Military Promotional 3–Day Park Hopper Ticket ($132)” above. |
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| Discounts for Southern California residents | 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. | |
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. 2015 dates: September 25, 28 and 30; October 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29 and 31.
| 9/27 | 9/28 | 9/29 | 9/30 | 10/1 | 10/2 | 10/3 |
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 9a-9p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 10/4 | 10/5 | 10/6 | 10/7 | 10/8 | 10/9 | 10/10 |
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-11p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 10/11 | 10/12 | 10/13 | 10/14 | 10/15 | 10/16 | 10/17 |
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DL: 10a-12a DCA: 10a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: CHOC Walk |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 9a-11p DCA: 9a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-9p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 10/18 | 10/19 | 10/20 | 10/21 | 10/22 | 10/23 | 10/24 |
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-8p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 9a-10p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-7p DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
| 10/25 | 10/26 | 10/27 | 10/28 | 10/29 | 10/30 | 10/31 |
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DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 10a-9p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 10a-9p DCA: 9a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-6p DCA: 8a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-12a AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 8a-7p DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: MHP |
| 11/1 | 11/2 | 11/3 | 11/4 | 11/5 | 11/6 | 11/7 |
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DL: 8a-12a DCA: 8a-10p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p DCA: 10a-8p AP Blockouts: Events: None |
DL: 10a-9p 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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