Planning a getaway to Disneyland? Your magical story begins with choosing the perfect place to stay, and the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort offer options for every type of traveler—from value-savvy visitors to those craving luxury and everything in between. Whether it’s the elegance of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the nostalgic charm of the Disneyland Hotel, or the animated creativity of Pixar Place Hotel, each property promises a unique Disney experience that will make your visit unforgettable.
Why Stay On Property?
Overnight guests enjoy the convenience of walking distance to Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and the Downtown Disney District—immersing in Disney magic day and night. Special amenities, exclusive activities, and unmatched convenience make these hotels perfect for families, friends, bridal parties, and business travelers alike.
Meet the Hotels
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Step into the Arts and Crafts-inspired grandeur reflecting California’s natural beauty. This upscale retreat offers luxurious spa treatments, sparkling pools, exceptional dining, and direct park access to Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney.
Disneyland Hotel The classic hotel, opened in 1955, celebrates Disney’s early days through themed towers featuring artwork and décor inspired by iconic attractions like “it’s a small world,” Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and Jungle Cruise. It’s also closest to the Disneyland Monorail station for easy park access.
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel The newest tower, rich in contemporary design and timeless Disney artwork, offers spacious accommodations from duo studios to three-bedroom Grand Villas equipped with full kitchens, perfect for families or groups looking for home comforts with a Disney twist.
Pixar Place Hotel Immerse yourself in the world of Pixar with curated artwork, themed rooms, and playful designs. This 15-story hotel overlooks California Adventure and sets a creative stage inspired by Pixar’s beloved films and shorts.
Room Options & Luxury Suites
From standard rooms and suites designed for groups of all sizes to signature and themed suites like the Mickey Mouse Penthouse, Pirates of the Caribbean Suite, and forthcoming Coco- and Incredibles-themed suites, each hotel offers accommodations tailored to your needs and budget.
Perks with Concierge Lounges
Opt for a club-level room and gain access to exclusive lounge benefits, including complimentary continental breakfasts, evening snacks and wine, concierge assistance, and prime fireworks viewing. Whether you stay at the High Key Club (Disneyland Hotel), Creators Club (Pixar Place Hotel), or The Veranda (Grand Californian), you get an elevated experience.
Dining & Lounges for Every Taste
From character dining at Storytellers Cafe and Goofy’s Kitchen to upscale fare at Napa Rose (soon reopening), and cozy lounges like Hearthstone and Trader Sam’s Tiki Bar, the hotels offer a flavorful culinary journey. Quick bites and coffee are easy to find too, with spots like Sketch Pad Café and GCH Craftsman Grill serving essentials throughout the day.
Family Fun & Relaxation
Pools and splash pads abound—ride waterslides shaped like monorails, explore Finding Nemo-themed splash areas, or unwind at one of several luxurious pools with cabanas available for rent. Keep active or relax with specialized fitness classes and spa treatments at the full-service Tenaya Stone Spa designed by Walt Disney Imagineering.
Extra Magic Awaits
Enjoy hotel guest activities ranging from drawing classes to movie nights and seasonal celebrations. Unique experiences like rooftop views of the fireworks or character encounters at Pixar Place Hotel add those extra magical touches to your stay.
Nearby Good Neighbor Hotels
For more lodging options, over 50 Good Neighbor Hotels nearby provide a variety of price points and amenities, making the Disneyland Resort area a robust base to explore all Southern California attractions.
Final Tips
Keep an eye out for ongoing discounts and packages to maximize value. The Disneyland Resort’s proximity to beaches, Hollywood, and other iconic destinations makes it perfect for extending your vacation beyond the parks.
Are you ready to book your unforgettable Disneyland vacation? Let me help craft the perfect stay for your family, friends, or group. Reach out anytime for personalized planning tailored to your dreams!
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Each holiday season, Disneyland Resort transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland, radiating joy, tradition, and festive magic from every corner. From November 14, 2025, through January 7, 2026, Holidays at Disneyland Resort will invite you to immerse yourself in dazzling shows, whimsical décor, and unforgettable experiences that warm the heart and stir the senses.
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Disneyland Park Holiday Splendor
Step into Disneyland Park and be enchanted by Mickey, Minnie, and friends dressed in sparkling new outfits inspired by the 70th Celebration. Rich with shimmering greens, reds, and golds, these festive costumes perfectly complement the holiday spirit. As night falls, magical “snowfall” drifts gracefully during Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle, illuminated by 80,000 twinkling lights that turn the castle into a snowy, sparkling dreamscape. Don’t miss the enchanting “Believe…In Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular, where flurries drift along Main Street, U.S.A., “it’s a small world” Holiday, and the Rivers of America.
The beloved “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” adds even more delight as it wends its way down Main Street, featuring Disney characters, lively toy soldiers, and dancing gingerbread cookies that bring holiday cheer to all ages. Looking for prime parade views? Find your spot near “it’s a small world” Holiday, the Matterhorn Bobsleds, or along Main Street, U.S.A. For an extra-special experience, consider booking the Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour, which includes reserved parade viewing.
Seasonal overlays transform classic attractions, too. Enjoy the whimsical charm of “it’s a small world” Holiday or the spooky, festive fun of Haunted Mansion Holiday. Plus, stop by the Fantasyland Theatre for “Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends!” — a festive show filled with crafts, sing-alongs, and magical photo moments with Santa and select Disney characters.
Disney California Adventure Park Celebrates in Style
Disney California Adventure Park offers a vibrant and colorful holiday celebration to complement the festive spirit of Disneyland Park. Cars Land is ablaze with twinkling lights, wreaths, and bows, transforming Radiator Springs into a neon-lit holiday spectacle. Join the fun riding Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl, serenaded by brand-new holiday-themed songs on Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. And don’t miss sampling the new Jerry’s Junk Truck Cone at Cozy Cone Motel for a tasty festive treat.
The Disney Festival of Holidays at California Adventure bursts with culture, music, and mouthwatering food from November 14 through January 7. Explore festive food marketplaces scattered throughout the park, featuring fan-favorites like the braised pork belly adobo. The Sip and Savor Pass is a perfect way to sample an array of delightful treats while enjoying the festivities.
Music and dance fill the streets, from the rhythmic Holiday Toy Drummers and colorful “Mickey’s Happy Holidays” cavalcade, to the heartwarming performances of “Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season” featuring songs and stories from Disney’s Encanto. Catch bilingual holiday tunes with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel at Carthay Circle, and look out for appearances by beloved characters like Miguel from Coco.
Celebrate Latin American culture at Disney ¡Viva Navidad! in Paradise Gardens Park, a lively festival featuring live music, folklore dancers, mariachis, samba performers, and appearances from Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and The Three Caballeros. The festive street party ignites the area with rhythm, color, and heartwarming holiday joy.
Hotels & Downtown Disney Holiday Cheer
The magic extends beyond the parks. The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort are decked in seasonal décor and ready to welcome guests with specialty dining events such as the brand-new Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast at Storytellers Cafe, and Daisy’s Holiday Pajama Party featuring Daisy and Donald Duck. You can also enjoy Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays at Disneyland Hotel or indulge in a Holiday Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Hearthstone Lounge.
For a cozy touch, try the signature holiday-themed drinks at Broken Spell Lounge, paired with live jazz music on select days. If relaxation is on your wishlist, Tenaya Stone Spa’s festive seasonal treatments like the Underneath the Tree massage offer the perfect retreat.
Downtown Disney District sparkles with nightly snowfall, live music on the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage, and the return of Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail—a festive scavenger hunt offering whimsical keepsakes.
Holiday Shopping & Treats
Explore the festive 2025 holiday merchandise available throughout the resort. From nostalgic Mickey Mouse Family Christmas apparel and accessories to home décor, these collections make perfect gifts or souvenirs to keep the season magic alive at home. And be sure to indulge in the resort’s variety of holiday-themed treats—from peppermint cold brew to Mickey-shaped gingerbread cookies—you’ll find festive flavors at every turn.
Continued Celebration & Magical Moments
Alongside the holiday festivities, select entertainment from the Disneyland Resort’s 70th Celebration continues, including the spectacular “World of Color Happiness!” show. Although some entertainment will pause temporarily, special touches like the colorful castle photo op and interactive MagicBand+ experiences remain throughout the season.
With so much joy, tradition, and magic awaiting, Holidays at Disneyland Resort 2025 promises an unforgettable winter escape filled with laughter, warmth, and wonder.
Ready to sprinkle some holiday magic into your lives? The most enchanting time of the year is making its grand entrance at Disneyland Resort, starting November 15, 2024, and twinkling through January 6, 2025. So, gather your loved ones, relive warm traditions, and give thanks as Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is here to make spirits bright!
New Holiday Experiences in 2024 ✨
This year, Disney is pulling out all the stops with brand-new magical experiences:
Santa Claus and Special Characters: Santa and a selection of beloved Disney characters will delight guests at the Fantasyland Theatre. Expect cookie decorating, craft making, storytelling, and atmospheric music throughout the day.
Photo Ops with Santa: Catch Santa for memorable photos at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel, and Pixar Place Hotel until December 24. Don’t miss Santa in the “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” at Disneyland park!
Mickey and Minnie’s Charming New Looks: Mickey and Minnie will debut new heartwarming holiday outfits, along with other fan-favorite characters making appearances across Disneyland and Buena Vista Street.
Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail
From November 22, 2024, to January 1, 2025, embark on a whimsical chase with Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail. Search for special ornaments in Downtown Disney District and redeem an activity map for a festive keepsake. Purchase maps at select shops and redeem at World of Disney or Disney’s Pin Traders.
Holiday Food and Beverages 🍪
Get ready to savor the season with limited-time treats and beverages, including the beloved Mickey Gingerbread and Holiday stainless steel tumbler. Starting November 19, enjoy Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays! at Disneyland Hotel, and for the first time, Mickey’s Holiday Pajama Party breakfasts and brunches at Storytellers Cafe at the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
Beloved Holiday Décor & Entertainment 🌟
The festive spirit will spread across Disneyland Resort with:
Guided Holiday Tours: Discover holiday stories about Walt and the Disney family with Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Guided Tour, inclusive of themed treats and reserved parade viewing.
Hotels of Disneyland Resort: Enjoy a massive gingerbread house display at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, all-new decor at Pixar Place Hotel, in-room celebrations, and special festive activities.
Relaxing Bookable Experiences: Indulge in holiday-themed treatments like the Underneath the Tree Signature Massage at Tenaya Stone Spa.
Nighttime Spectaculars
“Believe…In Holiday Magic”: Watch in wonder as “snow” falls from above and fireworks fill the sky at Disneyland.
“World of Color – Season of Light”: Hundreds of fountains dance to festive music at Disney California Adventure with a dazzling display of “snowflakes”.
Holiday Attraction Overlays 🚗
Get into the holiday spirit with seasonal overlays:
“it’s a small world” Holiday: Experience a merry world tour filled with cheer.
Haunted Mansion Holiday: Enjoy spooky holiday fun inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”.
Cars Land: The residents of Radiator Springs deck the halls with Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree.
Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! 🌍
The vibrant Disney Festival of Holidays returns to Disney California Adventure, celebrating a diverse season with food, beverages, live entertainment, and more. Look forward to familiar and new menu items, and enjoy cultural performances and Mickey’s Happy Holidays cavalcade.
Paradise Gardens will once again host Disney ¡Viva Navidad!, featuring daily crafts, live music, delectable menu items, and dynamic street parties with The Three Caballeros, Mirabel from “Encanto”, and Miguel from “Coco”.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Starting November 15, join Princess Tiana and jazz-loving alligator Louis on a wondrous journey through the bayou. Dive deeper into Tiana’s world with unique experiences, such as shopping at Eudora’s Chic Boutique and dining at Tiana’s Palace.
🎄 So, why wait? Mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the spellbinding holiday magic of Disneyland Resort! Experience the joy, wonder, and festive fun this season. See you at The Happiest Place on Earth! 🎄
Note: Entertainment and offerings may be subject to modification, availability, or cancellation without notice. Valid theme park reservation and admission required for park entry.
Happy Dole Whip Day! Did you know that Disney Parks celebrates Dole Whip day every third Thursday in July? Dole Whip is an iconic Disney Parks treat available at both the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii and even onboard Disney Cruise Line. The classic Dole Whip is pineapple flavored, but there are variations available including raspberry, coconut, and watermelon flavors.
Dole Whip at Walt Disney World Resort
Magic Kingdom Park
Aloha Isle (Located in Adventureland)
Pineapple Float: DOLE pineapple juice served with a choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl (available with Tiki Sipper for additional cost)
Raspberry Swirl Float: DOLE Whip and raspberry swirl served with DOLE pineapple juice
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake served with choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl
DOLE Whip Cup: Choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl
Coconut Cup: Choice of coconut or coconut and DOLE Whip swirl
Raspberry Swirl Cup: DOLE Whip and raspberry swirl
Storybook Treats (Located in Fantasyland)
Soft-serve Cup: DOLE Whip lime, chocolate, or vanilla soft-serve, or swirl in a cup
Snow White Cone: DOLE Whip lemon in a blue cone garnished with a chocolate bird and sugar bow
Sunshine Tree Terrace (Located in Adventureland; Mobile Order available)
Orange Bird Cone: DOLE Whip orange atop an orange cone with sprinkles
DOLE Whip Flight: DOLE Whip orange swirled with DOLE Whip watermelon, DOLE Whip lemon swirled with blue butter cookie soft-serve, and DOLE Whip and Vanilla soft-serve swirl
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Contempo Café (Available July 21 through August 20; Mobile Order available)
DOLE Whip Cupcake: Yellow cupcake filled with DOLE Whip mousse and garnished with a cherry (New)
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Good’s Foods to Go (Mobile Order available)
Key Lime Swirl: DOLE Whip lime and vanilla soft-serve swirl topped with graham cracker crumbs
DOLE Whip Key Lime Martini: DOLE Whip lime served with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum and garnished with a lime (New) (available July 21 through 24)
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Pineapple Lanai
“Tamatoa-inspired” Dipped Cone: DOLE Whip raspberry swirled with DOLE Whip orange in a white chocolate-dipped waffle cone and coated with “shiny” gold sugar (available July 21 through 24)
50th Celebration DOLE Whip: Your choice of DOLE Whip with a 50th white chocolate medallion, umbrella, and EARidescent glitter
Pineapple Float: DOLE pineapple juice served with a choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl
DOLE Whip with Rum Floater: DOLE Whip with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum
Barefoot Pool Bar and Oasis Pool Bar
Frozen Margarita with DOLE Whip Lime: Corazón Blanco Tequila blended with DOLE Whip lime and chili-lime seasoning
Frosty Pineapple: DOLE Whip with Captain Morgan Private Stock Rum
Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace
Spikey Pineapple: Barbancourt Pango Rum blended with DOLE Whip
Dole Whip at Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
The Tropical Hideaway (Located in Adventureland; Mobile Order available)
DOLE Whip
DOLE Whip Float: DOLE pineapple juice topped with DOLE Whip
DOLE Whip Swirl Float: DOLE pineapple juice topped with choice of two different DOLE Whip flavors: mango, watermelon, or pineapple
DOLE Whip Swirl: Swirl any flavors: mango, watermelon, or pineapple
Disneyland Hotel
Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill (Mobile order available)
DOLE Whip
DOLE Whip Float: DOLE pineapple juice topped with DOLE Whip (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)
Dole Whip at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
DOLE Whip Cup: Choice of DOLE Whip, vanilla soft-serve, or swirl (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)
DOLE Whip Lime topped with Graham Cracker Crumbs (available with Parrot Bay Coconut Rum)
DOLE Whip pineapple, mango, watermelon, and vanilla soft-serve
DOLE Whip Fresh Fruit Sundae with sprinkles in a waffle bowl topped with fresh pineapple (Moana-themed) or watermelon fruit (Stitch-themed)
Mickey and Minnie Waffle Bowl featuring DOLE Whip with sprinkles
Ulu Cafe
Churro Pineapple DOLE Whip with Li Hing fresh pineapple (New) (available July 19 through 21)
DOLE Whip (available with vanilla soft-serve swirl)
Dole Whip Onboard Disney Cruise Line
You can indulge in DOLE Whip at the following locations across the Disney Cruise Line fleet:
Frozone on the Disney Magic, Disney Dream, and Disney Fantasy
Sulley’s Sips on the Disney Wonder
Wheezy’s Freezies on the Disney Wish
I hope you enjoy all these tasty treats for DOLE Whip Day, from July 21 through 24, and every single day of the year too. Be sure to try all the flavors and combinations at Disney parks, resorts, and Disney Cruise Line. Happy snacking!
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(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)
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Beginning in Fall 2022 and continuing through Spring 2023, the Disney Wonder will offer Disney Cruise Line guests 3-, 4-, 5- and 7-day cruises to Baja, Mexico and the Mexican Riviera from San Diego, California. In fact, it will be Disney Cruise Line’s longest season yet from this popular southern California homeport!
Home to 11 decks overflowing with restaurants, pools, recreation, imaginative kid’s clubs, adult-exclusive hotspots, special encounters with Disney characters, a spa and Broadway-caliber shows, the Disney Wonder is filled with adventure and plenty of Disney magic. And that’s not all! Your family can dine with Princess Tiana herself at Tiana’s Place, a restaurant inspired by “The Princess and the Frog.” While you might enjoy the live jazz music, this restaurant is always a guest favorite because of the southern cuisine. We highly recommend the beignets for dessert!
In case that wasn’t enough, your family can also choose itineraries that include limited-time Halloween and holiday activities. Imagine experiencing the magic of the seasons at sea, including Halloween on the High Seas voyages and – for the first time from San Diego – Very Merrytime holiday cruises! Or, if you’re looking to escape winter back home to soak up magical fun, sun and relaxation while taking in the natural splendor of sun-kissed seaside towns, you can opt for one of the early 2023 sailings.
San Diego, Disney Wonder’s homeport for this extended season, is a picture-perfect urban gem worthy of a stay before or after your cruise. Balboa Park and Old Town speak to the city’s Spanish colonial heritage, while the world-famous San Diego Zoo is home to more than 12,000 animals of more than 650 species.
From San Diego, the Disney Wonder will set sail to popular destinations, alive with color and culture. Ports include:
Mazatlan, the renowned “Pearl of the Pacific” and the perfect beachside escape with breathtaking natural wonders, thriving culture and colorful history.
Cabo San Lucas, a favored destination with dramatic rock formations and white-sand beaches.
Puerto Vallarta, a beautiful seaside resort wrapped around romantic Banderas Bay and bordered by the stunning Sierra Madre Mountains, where outdoor adventures abound.
Ensenada, known for its turquoise blue water and rugged mountainous terrain.
Catalina Island. Fabled in song and legend, Catalina abounds in wildlife, outdoor adventures and seaside charm. No visit is complete without stopping at the vast Wrigley Memorial Botanical Gardens or the gilded splendor of the Catalina Island Casino, a showplace that was beautifully restored to its 1930s Art Deco magnificence as a reminder of the island’s glorious past.
Unforgettable awaits! Cruises from California aboard the Disney Wonder will open for booking on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
The Disneyland Resort will once again transform into a merry and magical place as guests return to enjoy their holiday season beginning Nov. 12, 2021. You’ll have three more days to celebrate the Holidays, too, because the celebration will be extended through Jan. 9, 2022.
As you visit to make new memories this year, many beloved traditions are back that will provide you with cheerful entertainment, yuletide treats, specialty merchandise, sparkling décor and seasonal transformations of select attractions!
Disneyland Park
At Disneyland park, nostalgic holiday magic shines brightly with the glistening Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle and a 60-foot Christmas tree on Main Street, U.S.A. Both make wonderful photo locations for that cherished memory of your Holiday visit.
Entertainment making a comeback this year at the park includes “A Christmas Fantasy” parade where beloved Disney characters join Santa Claus for a merry musical celebration down Main Street, U.S.A. You may also see Santa making other stops within the parks throughout your visit. For the perfect kiss goodnight, you will be treated to “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular and magical snowfall over portions of Main Street, U.S.A. Additionally, seasonal transformations will happen once again at “it’s a small world” Holiday and the 20th installation of Haunted Mansion Holiday.
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Disney California Adventure Park
At Disney California Adventure park, create new memories during Festival of Holidays and discover the sights, sounds and tastes of a diverse season of celebrations during this festive time of year, including Christmas/Navidad, Diwali, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Three Kings Day.
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Friends and families are invited to celebrate with “Disney ¡Viva Navidad!” as Disney characters host a fun street party featuring Mexican folklórico dancers and Mariachis, Brazilian samba dancers and percussionists, giant mojiganga puppets and Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their fiesta best! At Paradise Gardens, you’ll enjoy festively themed food and beverages, live music and dance, and later in the holiday season, Mirabel from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming film “Encanto” will make her park debut.
Over in Cars Land, the four-wheeled residents will be pulling out all the stops with their holiday décor. From the snow-covered billboard at the entrance all the way to the hubcap-studded tree at the courthouse, you will see automotive ornamentation at its finest along Route 66. And for a little more festive magic two popular attractions will transform into Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree.
More Merry-Making
Also around the resort, traditional holiday décor and carolers bring the holiday spirit to Downtown Disney District and the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Over at the lobby inside Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, you’ll want to discover all the fun, new details on the giant gingerbread house this year.
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With so much to do at the Disneyland Resort, where will your merry making begin? For more details, continue to check back on the Disney Parks Blog where additional information about Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will be shared.
Both valid admission and theme park reservation for same park on the same day are required for park entry. Park reservations are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed for any specific date or park. Other restrictions apply. Attractions, experiences, entertainment and offerings may be modified, limited in availability, or unavailable, and are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please check Disneyland.com for entertainment performance times, which may vary.
Please note that some images may not represent current operational or health and safety guidelines.
Haunted Mansion Holiday is inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
Disney’s chefs and candy makers have conjured up all sorts of eerie eats and treats for Halloween Time 2021 at Disneyland Resort – all frightfully delicious! From Mummy Marshmallow Wands and Halloween Grey Stuff to Blood Orange Slushes and Ghost Pepper Potato Bites, there’s something scary good for everyone! And be on the lookout for all the creepy-cool novelties this year!
This Foodie Guide is seriously jam-packed with all the yummy details on where to find all of this year’s offerings available at Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort, which runs through October 31, 2021. Happy Hauntings!
Deconstructed Lasagna – Campanelle pasta tossed in ricotta cream sauce topped with Bolognese sauce and bread crumbs
Supernova Special – Spiced marinara sauce topped with sausage, salami, assorted cheeses, onions, olives, and tomatoes drizzled with pesto
Halloween Alien Macaron filled with blackberry buttercream and lemon curd
Café Orleans
Chocolate-Praline Mousse Cake – Decadent praline mousse, dark chocolate brownie, vanilla creme anglaise, and ganache
Candy Palace (mobile order available)
Jack Skellington Apple
Poison Skull Apple
Mummy Marshmallow Wand
Jack Skellington Cake Pop
Minnie Witch Crispy
Spider Web Crispy
Pumpkin Brittle (available Oct. 1-31)
Pumpkin Fudge
Carnation Café (opening Sept. 16)
Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich – Sriracha-glazed fried chicken breast on a brioche bun with spicy sandwich spread, pepper jack cheese, creamy mustard slaw, and cilantro served with fries
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French Market (mobile order available)
Haunted Mansion Holiday Wreath Cookie (limited offering available while supplies last)
Chocolate Cherry Cake – Chocolate cake with buttercream frosting, sour cherries, and cream cheese filling finished with a splatter of cherry sauce
Galactic Grill (mobile order available)
Blood Orange Slush – Blood orange slush with a swirl of raspberry sauce and a glow cube
Loaded BBQ Pork Fries – Crisscut fries topped with slow-cooked BBQ pork, cheddar, chipotle ranch, and spicy slaw
Chocolate & Red Velvet Parfait – Layers of red velvet cake, ganache, cookies, dark chocolate mousse, and chocolate cake topped with chocolate flakes, a chocolate Darth Vader helmet, and a mini chocolate lightsaber
Gibson Girl (mobile order available)
Halloween Candy Sundae – Two sundaes in one: sour gummy ice cream with raspberry sauce, gummy treats, and fruit candies; and chocolate ice cream with hot fudge and pieces of chocolate candy bars
Hungry Bear (mobile order available)
Honey Cream Cold Brew – cold brew coffee and honey-flavored cream poured over ice
Pumpkin Cheesecake Funnel Cake – Pumpkin cheesecake filling and vanilla ice cream topped with whipped cream
Loaded French Fries – French fries topped with a creamy cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and green onions
Loaded Onion Rings – Onion rings topped with a creamy cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and green onions
Loaded Bowl – Choice of french fries or crispy onion rings topped with a creamy cheesy sauce, crispy bacon, and green onions in a Zero Dog Bowl
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Hunny Spot at Pooh’s Corner (mobile order available starting Sept. 2)
Jolly Holiday Bakery Café (mobile order available)
Toasted Salsa Roja Chicken Sandwich – Salsa roja shredded chicken on rustic bread with jack and cotija cheeses served with tortilla soup
Pumpkin Muffin
Dark & White Chocolate Mousse Brownie – Chocolate brownie with black and white chocolate mousse
Cookie & Cream Macaron – Mummy mickey macaron shell with a cookies and cream filling
Bat Cookie – Shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a Vampire Mickey face
Pumpkin Cheesecake – Classic pumpkin cheesecake decorated with a chocolate spider web and a Halloween decoration
Market House
Bat Cookie – Shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a Vampire Mickey face
Mint Julep Bar (mobile order available)
Mickey-shaped Strawberry Chocolate Beignets topped with strawberry-chocolate powdered sugar (3 and 6 Packs)
Plaza Inn
Halloween Cake – Chocolate cake with multi-colored mousse, green buttercream, royal icing, and Halloween sprinkles
Rancho del Zocalo
Milk Mamey – Vibrant tropical mamey fruit with flavors of persimmon, sweet potato, stone fruit, and vanilla served over ice
Creamy Horchata – Sweet creamy cinnamon rice and milk beverage served over ice
Red Rose Taverne (mobile order available)
Halloween Grey Stuff – Traditional Grey Stuff with tombstone cookie and holiday sprinkles
Candy Apple Cold Brew – Cold brew coffee, apple syrup, whipped cream, and caramel sauce
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Refreshment Corner (mobile order available)
BBQ Bacon Dog – All-beef, foot-long hot dog with bacon slices, BBQ sauce, fried onions, jack and cheddar cheese, and chives served with choice of sliced apples or small bag of chips
River Belle Terrace
Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread
Chicken & Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich – Brisket grilled cheese, hot chicken, and pickled pepper relish
Stage Door Café (mobile order available)
Spicy Corn Dog – Spicy beef frank hand-dipped and fried, drizzled with cheese sauce and crushed spicy chips served with fries
Chocolate-Hazelnut Funnel Cake with Halloween Sprinkles – House-made funnel cake topped with chocolate-hazelnut spread and whipped cream dusted with chocolate- espresso powder
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Churros
Churro Cart near Casey Jr. Circus Train
Churros with Pumpkin Dipping Sauce
Critter Country Fruit Cart
Chocolate Dusted Churro – Classic churro dressed in a duo of dark and milk chocolate
New Orleans Churro Cart
White Chocolate Churro – Elegantly dressed churro in a bouquet of vanilla and sugar
Tomorrowland Churro Cart
Pumpkin Spice Churro – Chocolate churro rolled in pumpkin spice sugar with brown butter cream cheese dipping sauce
Town Square Churro and Churro Cart near Sleeping Beauty Castle
Chocolate Cookie Churro – Churro covered with chocolate cookie crumbles blended with colored sugar
Halloween Candy Funnel Cake Fries – Dusted in crushed chocolate cream-filled cookies with cream cheese sauce, cookie pieces, gummy candies, chocolate-coated candies, and whipped cream
Halloween Candy Funnel Cake Fries in Mickey Ear Hat Bowl
Bing Bongs
Jack Skellington Apple
Poison Skull Apple
Mummy Marshmallow Wand
Minnie Witch Crispy
Oogie Boogie Crispy
Pumpkin Fudge
Boudin Bakery/Boudin Bread Cart
Vampire Mickey-shaped Sourdough
Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (mobile order available)
Cookies & Candy Sundae – Scoops of mint chocolate chip ice cream, hot fudge, chocolate cookie crumbles, and gummy candies in a chocolate-dipped waffle cone
Halloween Ice Cream Bar – Ice cream bar dipped in chocolate with chocolate accents and sprinkles
Spiked Hard Apple Float – Hard apple cider and apple sorbet drizzled with caramel sauce
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Corn Dog Castle (mobile order available)
Pepper-Jack Cheese Stick – Pepper jack cheese stick dipped in corn dog batter and topped with raspberry sauce
Cozy Cone Motel (mobile order available)
Fruity Sugar Churro – Churro tossed in fruity cereal sugar topped with a purple and green glaze
Spicy Mac & Cheese Cone – Pasta with spicy red pepper-cheese sauce topped with crushed chile-cheese puffs served in a bread cone
Cozy Cone Macaron filled with peanut butter cream and pretzels
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Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café
Oogie Boogie Macaron – Black macaron filled with green apple buttercream, caramel, brownies, cookie crumb dust, and gummy candy
Flo’s V-8 Café (mobile order available)
Spicy Chicken & Fries – Steak fries drizzled with ranch dressing topped with chicken tenders tossed in mango-habanero sauce and finished with green onions
Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries – Steak fries topped with cheddar cheese, chicken tenders tossed in buffalo sauce, and celery bits drizzled with ranch (available at Oogie Boogie Bash)
Loaded Gravy Fries – Steak fries topped with chicken tenders, jack cheese, and smothered in gravy (available at Oogie Boogie Bash)
Loaded Chili Fries – Steak fries topped with cheddar cheese, Walt’s Chili, diced onions, and sour cream (available at Oogie Boogie Bash)
Hollywood Lounge (mobile order available)
Fanta Spooky Spirit – Fanta Piña Colada with white rum and melon liqueur
Worms, Dice & Everything Nice – Midori, peach schnapps, crème de menthe, orange juice, and pineapple juice topped with gummy worms and Oogie Boogie dice glow cubes
PBJ & W – PB & raspberry jam hard cider with peanut butter whiskey
Howl-o-Ween Concoction – Pineapple michelada with white tequila and pineapple chamoy topped with spicy candy
My Bugs! My Bugs! – Limeade with grenadine float and gummy worms
Orange Cream Fanta-sy – Fanta Orange infused with vanilla topped with whipped cream and black sprinkles
Various refreshing bottled Micheladas
Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums
Shortbread Halloween Cookie
Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining
Ghost Pepper Nachos – House-made green tortilla chips, ghost pepper cheese sauce, ghost pepper-marinated steak, refried black beans, tomatillo avocado salsa, tomato, and cilantro
Specialty Cocktail – Añejo tequila, mezcal, agave, hibiscus, and lemon juice
Mortimer’s Market
Mickey Bat Sourdough Bread
Pacific Wharf Café (mobile order available)
Vampire Mickey-shaped Sourdough
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Paradise Garden Grill (mobile order available)
Plaza de la Familia – Celebrate the everlasting bonds of family and the spirit of Día de los Muertos from September 3 to November 2, 2021
Pollo Verde Wet Burrito – Chicken cooked in grilled salsa verde, golden rice, black beans, and crema
Traditional Tamale Plate – Red chile pork tamales with golden rice and black beans
Tacos with Estilo Callejero – Trio of sirloin beef tacos with pickled vegetables, golden rice, and black beans
Tortitas de Papa – Plant-based crispy potato cakes with sautéed spinach, ranchero salsa, golden rice, and pickled onion salsa
Ensalada de Frutas – Jicama, watermelon, cucumber, pineapple, and mango with chili-lime salt and chamoy
Kid’s Offerings – Cheese Quesadilla or Street-style Taco
Coco Cake – Layers of vanilla cake filled with a cinnamon “churro” flavored mousse and covered in sweet cream cheese frosting
Mexican Hot Chocolate – Cinnamon-spiced hot chocolate topped with whipped cream
Aqua de Jamaica Slush – Sweet hibiscus tea slush
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Schmoozie’s Smoothies (mobile order available)
Mint-Chocolate Cookie Shake with whipped cream and chocolate cream-filled cookie ears
Chocolate Chip Shake topped with whipped cream and a chocolate cookie stick
Smokejumpers Grill (mobile order available)
Green Apple Lemonade with sour green apple syrup, cherry pearls, and raspberry sauce
Halloween CrazyShake – Chocolate shake with a vanilla frosted rim with candy corn topped with a “spider-web” chocolate cupcake, orange and white twisty pop, orange rock candy, whipped cream, orange sprinkles, and a chocolate drizzle (available Oct. 28-31)
Ballast Point Brewing Co.
Victory at Sea Braised Short Rib – Slow braised short rib in Victory at Sea, cheddar grits, and bacon greens
Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs
Cheddar Pickle Dog – Kosher pickled corn dog rolled in a cheddar cheese blend
Jamba
Pumpkin Smash – Made with our original pumpkin spice blend with your choice of either classic or plant-based
Kayla’s Cake
Mummy Macarons with cookies and cream buttercream (available Sept. 9-Oct. 31)
Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons with white chocolate pumpkin ganache (available Sept. 9-Oct. 31)
Marceline’s Confectionery (mobile order available starting Sept. 9)
Minnie Witch Apple
Jack Skellington Apple
Poison Skull Apple
Mummy Marshmallow Wand
Jack Skellington Cake Pop
Minnie Witch Crispy
Oogie Boogie Crispy
Pumpkin Brittle (available Oct. 1-31)
Pumpkin Fudge
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Naples Ristorante e Bar
Spookaccino – Cappuccino with edible scary paper spiders and insects
Splitsville Luxury Lanes
Crouching Dragon Sushi Roll – fresh tempura shrimp, asparagus and creamy avocado. Before serving, the roll is topped with a spicy krab mix and drizzled with eel sauce, spicy mayo, and sriracha
Sprinkles Cupcakes
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup – Chocolate cake filled (and topped) with peanut butter frosting dipped in chocolate ganache and finished off with mounds of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (available Oct. 4-10)
Double Stuffed OREO – Orange vanilla buttercream filled chocolate cake lined with Halloween orange OREO cookie crust topped with orange vanilla buttercream frosting, OREO crumble rim, and black bat (available Oct. 18-31)
Bewitched – Signature Red Velvet is rolled in our exclusive Halloween inspired decorations by fancy sprinkles (available Oct. 26-31)
Uva Bar & Cafe
Trick or Treat – A spooky cocktail with bourbon, pumpkin spice syrup, lemon juice, and soda water
If you have tickets to Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure park, be sure to check out the dinner and dessert packages for a grim, ginning good time!
And while you travel down the moonlit Treat Trails at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party, be sure to get your fill of M&M’s Milk Chocolate candies, SNICKERS Original, and SKITTLES while meeting up with your favorite Disney Villains! Yum!
Reminder to download or update the Disneyland mobile app*, as this is the primary way to order food and beverages at most quick-service dining locations. Here is a link for additional details on mobile order.
Guests with confirmed theme park reservations and tickets for the same park can make dining reservations on the same date 60 days in advance with mobile check-in and mobile wait-list at select full-service locations, available on the Disneyland mobile app.
Visit the Dining: Know Before You Go for more information. Be sure to have the latest version of the app downloaded and installed on your mobile device.
Check out our Know Before You Go blog post to learn more about theme park reservations, tickets, and more.
*Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations, and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first.
While the sun is often shining upon the Disneyland Resort, there is a rainy day now and then. If you think damp weather puts a damper on a day at Disneyland, think again! Here are five tips for enjoying a rainy day at Disneyland Resort.
Pack that Poncho… …or grab one when you get here! Many Disneyland Resort merchandise locations offer ponchos and umbrellas. If you don’t see them on the shelves, just ask a cast member.
One More Time! Rainy days can mean more opportunities to ride your favorite attractions!
Unique Photo Opportunities Rainy days are the perfect time to catch a unique photo of icons like Sleeping Beauty Castle, framed by dramatic clouds or even reflected in a puddle. For inspiration, check out these rainy day reflection photos from former Disneyland Resort Chief Photographer Paul Hiffmeyer.
You’ve booked your family’s Disney World, Disneyland, or Disney Cruise Line vacation! Now what? How will you pass the coming weeks and months before your magical adventure? There are so many fun ways to countdown to Disney vacations! You can get the whole family involved to build excitement for your visit.
What better way to get some quality time than to bake cookies? You can bake and decorate Disney cookies while you countdown to Disney! Get as creative as you can.
A countdown chain can be both a fun visual for the kids as you count down the days until your vacation and a great activity to keep them busy! Depending on how early you begin your countdown to Disney, you can count down the number of weeks to go or the number of days to go. Or, make a combination of both! We have a PDF version of the countdown chain that you can print at the bottom.
Have a Disney Movie Marathon
There are so many attractions and shows inspired by Disney movies. Make some time to catch up on any you may have missed. Disney+ has a great selection or you can always order some relatively inexpensively from Amazon.
We recommend the animated classics for Magic Kingdom, Frozen for Epcot, Toy Story and the Star Wars trilogies for Hollywood Studios, and Avatar for Animal Kingdom, just to name a few.
Coloring Books
If you have little ones, you can pick up Disney coloring books from your local dollar store. They can color pictures of their favorite characters that they hope to meet during your vacation. We also love Crayola Color Wonder Mess Free Coloring for little ones, even to occupy them on the airplane.
You can even sign up for a FREE Disney World coloring book to get started ASAP here.
Read a Disney Themed Book Series
Kingdom Keepers
From TheKingdomKeepers.com, “In this fantastical thriller, five young teens tapped as models for theme park “guides” find themselves pitted against Disney villains and witches that threaten both the future of Walt Disney World and the stability of the world outside its walls. Using a cutting-edge technology called DHI–which stands for both Disney Host Interactive and Daylight Hologram Imaging–Finn Whitman, an Orlando teen, and four other kids are transformed into hologram projections that guide guests through the park. The new technology turns out, however, to have unexpected effects that are both thrilling and scary. Soon Finn finds himself transported in his DHI form into the Magic Kingdom at night. Is it real? Is he dreaming? Finn’s confusion only increases when he encounters Wayne, an elderly Imagineer who tells him that the park is in grave danger. Led by the scheming witch, Maleficent, a mysterious group of characters called the Overtakers is plotting to destroy Disney’s beloved realm, and maybe more. This gripping high-tech tale will thrill every kid who has ever dreamed of sneaking into Walt Disney World after hours and wondered what happens at night, when the park is closed.”
You can start with the Kingdom Keepers Boxed Set which includes the first three books of the series. This is perfect for older kids to read on their own or mom and dad to read together with younger ones.
A Twisted Tale
For adult readers, you could try the “A Twisted Tale” series. This series will “reintroduce fans to their favorite worlds and stories – with game-changing twists that have readers feverishly turning pages to follow their heroes and heroines into all-new adventures.”
The Disney Family site has a ton of fun DIY projects to make your own pair of ears. For most of these, you’ll just need some felt, a headband, scissors, and glue. Some of our favorite projects include traditional Mickey and Minnie ears, Stitch ears, Yoda ears, and Marie ears.
Or, if you just want to decorate the ears, you can order a set of plain ears and add ribbons, sequins, and more. This will really help you show off your unique Disney style!
If you are planning a surprise trip and looking for a big reveal, this would be a great way to do it! You can end the night with a treasure hunt. You can even print these Pirates of the Caribbean clue cards and map to add to the fun!
Bonus: We also love playing Disney music at home and in the car while we countdown to Disney! There are some great (free) Disney stations on Pandora or you can order a CD, like the Disney Theme Park Classics or the Walt Disney World Official Album.
How do you plan to countdown to Disney?
Print your own DIY countdown to Disney vacations chain here:
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