Disneyland‘s Halloween Season Returns Bigger Than Ever in 2026: Oogie Boogie Bash, Haunted Mansion Holiday, New Entertainment and More. For Disney fans, Halloween isn’t just a holiday—it’s a tradition. Every year, Disneyland Resort transforms into a magical mix of spooky fun, autumn charm, Disney villains, pumpkins, and unforgettable seasonal entertainment. Now Disney has revealed its plans for Halloween Time 2026, and it may be one of the biggest celebrations yet. From the return of Haunted Mansion Holiday and Oogie Boogie Bash to brand-new entertainment, festive food, limited-edition merchandise, and Plaza de la Familia inspired by Pixar’s Coco, there’s no shortage of reasons to plan a fall visit to the Happiest Place on Earth.
Halloween Time Returns to Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time officially returns to Disneyland Resort from August 21 through October 31, 2026, bringing more than two months of spooky magic to Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, Downtown Disney, and the Disneyland Resort hotels.
Guests visiting during the season can expect iconic Halloween décor, beloved attraction overlays, exclusive treats, seasonal character costumes, and entertainment that can only be experienced during this time of year.
For many Disney fans, this is one of the most beautiful transformations Disneyland undergoes all year.
Mickey and Friends Debut New Halloween Looks
One of the first things guests will notice upon entering Disneyland Park is Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their pals sporting brand-new Halloween costumes.
The new outfits feature festive harlequin-inspired patterns, colorful confection details, and classic Halloween shades of orange, yellow, and black. They’re expected to become one of the most photographed character experiences of the season.
Haunted Mansion Holiday Returns
One of the most beloved seasonal overlays in Disney Parks history is returning once again.
Jack Skellington and the residents of Halloween Town will transform the Haunted Mansion into Haunted Mansion Holiday, inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Fans can once again enjoy appearances from Sally, Zero, and Oogie Boogie while discovering an all-new gingerbread house centerpiece in the ballroom scene. The annual gingerbread display has become a fan tradition, with Disney creating a completely unique design every year.
Disneyland’s Pumpkin Festival Is Back
No Disneyland Halloween celebration would be complete without pumpkins.
Main Street U.S.A. will once again feature hundreds of uniquely designed pumpkins during the Main Street Pumpkin Festival, including the iconic giant Mickey Mouse pumpkin that has become synonymous with Disneyland Halloween.
Guests can also visit the famous Halloween Tree in Frontierland and keep an eye out for new pumpkin carvings inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, including tributes to Chewbacca and the Millennium Falcon.
Halloween Screams Lights Up the Night
Each evening, villains take center stage during the fan-favorite Halloween Screams nighttime spectacular.
Featuring projections on Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street U.S.A., “it’s a small world,” and the Rivers of America, the show brings Disney’s most notorious villains to life through music, projections, and special effects.
On select nights, fireworks add even more magic to the experience.
For many guests, Halloween Screams has become the definitive way to end a Disneyland Halloween day.
Disney California Adventure Gets a Villainous Makeover
Across the Esplanade, Disney California Adventure transforms into a Halloween playground.
Buena Vista Street welcomes guests with giant pumpkins, Oogie Boogie decorations, decorative bats, and the legendary Headless Horseman statue.
Meanwhile, Cars Land once again becomes Radiator Screams.
The fan-favorite overlay features:
- Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree
- Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween
- Halloween-themed décor
- Residents dressed in creative “car-stumes”
- The nightly “Sha-BOO” lighting moment
Watching the neon lights flicker to life each evening remains one of the most unique experiences of Halloween Time.
Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark Returns
Adventure seekers can once again join Rocket in Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark.
This thrilling seasonal overlay transforms the attraction into a darker, more chaotic adventure as guests help rescue Groot from creatures loose throughout the Collector’s Fortress.
It’s widely considered one of Disney’s best Halloween attraction overlays.
Plaza de la Familia Celebrates Coco
Beginning August 21 and continuing through November 2, Disney California Adventure will once again host Plaza de la Familia.
Inspired by Pixar’s Coco and Día de los Muertos traditions, this celebration honors family, remembrance, and culture through music, food, storytelling, and vibrant displays.
Guests can enjoy:
- The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia
- Live mariachi performances
- Beautiful marigold displays
- Interactive memory walls
- Special Coco-themed merchandise
- Mexican-inspired food offerings
The atmosphere created throughout Paradise Gardens Park is one of the most beautiful seasonal experiences Disney offers.
Oogie Boogie Bash Returns for 33 Nights
One of the most anticipated events of the year is back.
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party returns on select nights from August 18 through October 31, giving guests an opportunity to experience Disney California Adventure after hours.
Highlights include:
- Immersive trick-or-treat trails
- Rare Disney villains and characters
- Exclusive entertainment
- Lower attraction wait times
- Unlimited Disney PhotoPass downloads
- Early entry into Disney California Adventure
New for 2026: Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake
One of the biggest additions this year is Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party.
The new entertainment offering brings the happy haunts of the Haunted Mansion into the streets of Disney California Adventure through music, dancing, ghostly surprises, and appearances from Madame Leota herself.
It is expected to become one of the most popular offerings of the entire event.
Villains Grove and Rare Character Encounters
Guests attending Oogie Boogie Bash can also explore Villains Grove, where Redwood Creek Challenge Trail transforms into a dreamlike world inspired by iconic Disney villains.
Throughout the evening, partygoers may encounter rare characters and villains that are seldom seen during normal park operations.
One of the most memorable moments returns as Ichabod Crane races through the park while being pursued by the terrifying Headless Horseman.
Halloween Food, Merchandise and Hotel Fun
The Halloween season extends well beyond the parks.
Disneyland Resort hotels will feature:
- Seasonal décor
- Character dining experiences
- Specialty cocktails
- Halloween-themed spa treatments
- Elaborate confection displays
Guests can also look forward to a huge lineup of seasonal treats throughout the resort, including returning favorites like Oogie Boogie Lemonade and Heatwave Pizza, along with countless pumpkin-flavored snacks and specialty beverages.
Meanwhile, Halloween merchandise collections will include spirit jerseys, Mickey pumpkin apparel, themed ear headbands, collectibles, and exclusive souvenirs.
Save Money During Halloween Season
Disneyland Resort has also announced several special offers for guests planning a fall visit.
Children ages 3-9 can take advantage of the Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer through September 7, while select Disneyland Resort hotel stays can save guests up to 15%.
Additionally, Disney has revealed ten September dates featuring its lowest-priced one-day tickets of the season at $104.
For families planning a Halloween vacation, these discounts could provide significant savings.
Whether you’re riding Haunted Mansion Holiday, trick-or-treating at Oogie Boogie Bash, enjoying a pumpkin treat on Main Street U.S.A., or celebrating the spirit of Coco during Plaza de la Familia, Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort continues to be one of Disney’s most beloved seasonal events. With new entertainment, returning fan favorites, festive décor around every corner, and enough pumpkins to fill Halloween Town itself, fall 2026 is shaping up to be an unforgettable season at the Happiest Place on Earth.
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