Are you planning a Disneyland vacation in 2024? We’ve collected all the holidays, festivals, and events happening at Disneyland to help you plan better. If you’re traveling to Disneyland in 2024 get ready for extra magic! Here is the Disneyland Calendar of Events to help you get started and plan the best time to visit Disneyland this year.
What’s the Best Time to Visit Disneyland in 2024?
If you’re looking at a Disneyland Vacation in 2024, there is a lot happening, so it pays to know when to visit. Covering the Disneyland Calendar 2024 California Adventure and Disneyland events at the parks, there is a lot to do, no matter when you visit. As always be sure to check the Disneyland Specials Offers page for all the latest Disneyland Discounted Tickets, and Disneyland Package Deals. Here are dates that generally see fewer crowds in 2024. it’s best to visit on Weekdays Tuesdays- Thursdays, and during daytime hours, before 5 pm.
- January 3-12, 18-31
- February 1- 9
- March 1-10
- June 1- 12
- August 12- 30
- September
- November 1- 20
- December 1-13
What’s the Worst Time to Visit Disneyland in 2024?
The worst times to visit Disneyland are typically when everyone else is visiting. So, weekends, evenings, and all holidays are generally the worst times to visit. As many people have off work and school, and simply flock to the parks.
- January 1-2, 13-17 | New Year’s, Martin Luther King Weekend
- February 12-20 | Valentine’s Day, President’s Day Weekend
- March | Spring Break/ Easter
- April | Spring Break/Easter
- May 25- 28 | Memorial Day Weekend
- July | Fourth of July
- October 11-15 | Columbus Day Weekend
- November 22-30 | Thanksgiving Week
- December 14-31 | Christmas Break and New Year’s Eve
DISNEYLAND 2024 CALENDAR of EVENTS
Of all the Disney Parks, Disneyland is by far the one that is able to host last-minute events. But that doesn’t stop us from trying to nail down all the important dates for the Disneyland Calendar 2024 schedule throughout the year. This is most helpful for out-of-state Disneyland travelers who may not have the ease of visiting anytime. We’ve broken this down by month so that you can see what dates events are happening, how holidays fall into the mix, and be aware. Getting a handle on what will be happening while you’re on vacation, can help you plan better. Let’s dive in.
Note: Events labeled TENTATIVE TBD have not yet been formally announced. Date ranges are based on annual historical data. As Official Dates from Disneyland are confirmed this post will be updated. Check out What’s New at Disneyland for more details.
Disneyland Events JANUARY 2024
Disneyland in January is most noted for the New Year’s Celebrations that take place at both Disneyland and California Adventure. with Mickey and Minnie dressed in their best outfits to celebrate a Disney Chinese New Year, the Lunar New Year’s Event brings new snacks, a parade, and merchandise. The animal for the Chinese Lunar New Year in 2024, is the Dragon, so we can expect to see Mushu from Mulan making an appearance in some way!
January 1-3, 2024: Holiday Activities, Three King’s Day
January 1, 2024: New Year’s Day
January 8- March 21, 2024: Mickey’s Mix Magic Show
January 11- 14, 2024: runDisney Disneyland Half Marathon
Anaheim Ducks Day
January 13-17, 2024: Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend ( January 15, 2024)
January 15, 2024: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan. 23, 25, 30, 2024: Disneyland After Dark- Sweethearts’ Nite
January 23- February 18, 2024: Lunar New Year Celebration
January 29, 2024: Disney Vacation Club DVC Moonlight Magic at Disney California Adventure Park
January 30, 2024: Pixar Place Hotel Opens Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Events FEBRUARY 2024
February is all about Black History Month. As such Disney offers loads of musical appearances throughout Downtown Disney in the Celebrate Soulfully Event! This month also welcomes Valentine’s, and as Disneyland is such a hot spot for Valentine’s Day fun, and proposals, there are typically new snacks, and merchandise to celebrate the romantic season.
January 8- March 21, 2024: Mickey’s Mix Magic Show
Feb. 1, 6, 8, 12 & 14, 2024: Disneyland After Dark- Sweethearts’ Nite
February 2, 2024: Magic Happens Parade Returns
February 9- February 13, 2024: NFL Pro Bowl Week (NFL Pro Bowl is February 11, 2024)
February 11, 2024: Super Bowl Sunday
February 11-15, 2024: Valentine’s Day ( February 14, 2024)
February 14, 2024: Valentine’s Day
February 16-20, 2024: President’s Day Weekend ( February 19, 2024)
February 22- 23, 2024: Anaheim Ducks Days at Disney California Adventure Park
February 17, 24, 2024: Celebrate Gospel
February 19, 2024: President’s Day
February 11-17, 2024: Mardi Gras Week
February 13, 2024: Fat Tuesday
February 14, 2024: Ash Wednesday
Disneyland Events MARCH 2024
One of the biggest events of the year, happening in California Adventure, is the Disneyland Food and Wine Festival! This festival brings new foods, cultural delights, and new snacks to the forefront. Find them at pop-up kitchens throughout the park. And be sure to check out the Disneyland Marketplace Food Kitchens before you go for the menus, and foods to find.
January 8- March 21, 2024: Mickey’s Mix Magic Show
Egg-stravaganza at Disneyland Park
March 1- April 22, 2024 California Adventure Food and Wine Festival
March 1-April 6, 2024: Spring Break from most high schools and colleges
March 5, 7, 2024: Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
March 17, 2024: St. Patrick’s Day
March 22- April 14, 2024: Wondrous Journeys Parade
March 29, 2024: Good Friday
March 31: Easter Sunday
Disneyland Events APRIL 2024
Most notable in April are the throwback nites, offered select nights, honoring all things classic. And much in the same vein, Dapper Day’s main events also happen in April. This includes the EXPO which highlights vendor booths, dancing, and bands, as well as the Spring outing, for guests to show off their dapper best.
March 22- April 14, 2024: Wondrous Journeys Parade
April 2, 2023: Chip and Dale’s Birthday
April 5- June 2, 2024: Star Wars Season of the Force
New Ahsoka Adventures at Star Tours
April 6-7, 2024: Dapper Day EXPO at Disneyland Hotel
April 7, 2024: Dapper Day Disneyland Spring Outing
April 15- 25, 2024: Mickey’s Mix Magic Show with Fireworks Select nights.
April 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, 2024: Disneyland After Dark Star Wars Nite
April 22, 2024: Earth Day
April 26- August 4, 2024: Pixar Fest
Disneyland Events MAY 2024
May at Disneyland hosts Grad Nites, which are highly popular events and see loads of crowds on select nights. In addition to those evening events, there are also Star Wars and Cinco de Mayo events. Expect a variety of Star Wars merch, Star Wars snacks, and more as part of the fun. And for fans of Coco, Cinco de Mayo brings new snacks and merch too.
Asian American Pacific Islander Month
April 26- August 4, 2024: Pixar Fest at Disneyland Park
May 2, 7 & 9, 2024: Disneyland After Dark Star Wars Nite
May 4, 2024: Star Wars Day. May the Fourth Be with You!
May 5, 2024: Cinco De Mayo
May 12, 2024: Mother’s Day
May 24, 2024: Fantasmic! Returns to Disneyland
May 24-28, 2024: Memorial Day Weekend ( May 27, 2024)
May 27, 2024: Memorial Day
Disneyland Grad Nites
Disneyland Events JUNE 2024
Summer is busy at Disneyland as many kids are out of school, as such the “events are minimal. June sees Black Music Month, featuring live performances at Downtown Disney, and Pride parades, events, and snacks. While the extra things at Disneyland Resort are limited, it’s still a great time to visit.
April 26- August 4, 2024: Pixar Fest
Black Music Month at Disneyland Resort
June 18, 20, 2024: Disneyland After Dark Pride Nite. See 2024 Details for Pride Nite.
June 1- August 31, 2024: runDisney Virtual Series
June 9, 2024: Donald Duck’s 90th Birthday
June 16, 2024: Father’s Day
JULY 2024
The biggest thing happening in July at Disneyland is the park’s official birthday. Often bringing special events, a parade, and snacks. There is also specialty merchandise honoring the park, and depending on the birthday year, may also include extra fanfare.
April 26- August 4: Pixar Fest
July 3-9, 2024: Fourth of July Weekend ( July 4, 2024)
July 4, 2024: Independence Day
June 1- August 31, 2024: runDisney Virtual Series
July 17, 2024: Disneyland Birthday Celebrations
Disneyland Events AUGUST 2024
Another summer month with minimal things to do, August usually sees the beginning of the refurbishment for the Haunted Mansion ride. As such, if you’re visiting Disneyland with the hopes of riding the Haunted Mansion, check the Disneyland website before you go. August also welcomes Disney Princess Week, which includes Princesses everywhere, new Princess Snacks, and special events and activities.
April 26- August 4, 2024: Pixar Fest
June 1- August 31, 2024: runDisney Virtual Series
August 9-11, 2024: D23 EXPO 2024 at Anaheim Convention Center, California
August 18-24, 2024: TENTATIVE World Princess Week
August 23- October 31, 2024: Halloween Time at Disneyland
August 23- November 2, 2024:Haunted Mansion Holiday
August 23- November 2, 2024: Plaza de la Familia
August 25- October 31, 2024: Select Nights Oogie Boogie Bash
Disneyland Events SEPTEMBER 2024
The beginning of Halloween season typically starts September 1st at Disneyland. With this comes the most magical time of year at the parks. If you’re visiting between September and December, get ready to be amazed! Beautiful decorations cover the park, new snacks arrive, and special events pop up. September includes the Nightmare Before Christmas takeover of Haunted Mansion, and Plaza de Familia, running through November. Plus the beginning of Fall and Halloween events.
August 23- October 31, 2024: Halloween Time at Disneyland
August 23- November 2, 2024:Haunted Mansion Holiday
August 23- November 2, 2024: Plaza de la Familia
August 25- October 31, 2024: Select Nights Oogie Boogie Bash
September 5-8, 2024: Disneyland Halloween Half-Marathon Weekend
September 8- October 31, 2024: TENTATIVE Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit in Downtown Disney
August 30- September 3, 2024: Labor Day Weekend ( September 2, 2024)
September 2, 2024: Labor Day
Disneyland Events OCTOBER 2024
Halloween at Disneyland Resort covers both parks in more ways than one! With Ride overlays, the Oogie Boogie Bash and Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit in Downtown Disney, and the arrival of Halloween treats, there is plenty to do! It’s a magical, and busy time of year, so be sure to avoid the Columbus Weekend if you’re looking for lower crowds. We recommend weekdays before 4 pm if you can manage it! Check out our Halloween at Disneyland posts for tips and details.
August 23- October 31, 2024: Halloween Time at Disneyland
August 23- November 2, 2024:Haunted Mansion Holiday
August 23- November 2, 2024: Plaza de la Familia
August 25- October 31, 2024: Select Nights Oogie Boogie Bash
September 8- October 31, 2024: TENTATIVE Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit in Downtown Disney
October 3, 2024: Rosh Hashanah
October 12, 2024: Yom Kippur
October 11-15, 2024: Columbus Day Weekend ( October 14, 2024)
October 14, 2024: Columbus Day
October 31, 2024: Halloween
Disneyland Events NOVEMBER 2024
Disneyland finishes up the fall season as soon as Thanksgiving arrives and shifts gears to Christmas. This month includes the beginning of the Holiday season, which means even the Disney Hotels get decorated. You can also count on new snacks, new holiday merchandise, and more. And as usual, avoid the holiday weekends if you want to stay out of the crowds!
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park
November 2- 3, 2024: Dapper Day at Disneyland Resort
November 3, 2024: Dapper Day Fall Outing at Disneyland, CA.
November 5, 2024: Election Day
November 15, 2024 – January 7, 2025: Holidays at Disneyland Resort
November 8-12, 2024: Veterans Day Weekend ( November 11, 2024)
November 18, 2024: Mickey and Minnie’s Birthday
November 24-30, 2024: Thanksgiving Week ( November 28, 2024)
Disneyland Events DECEMBER 2024
Christmas arrives at Disneyland right after Thanksgiving and offers up special parades, events, snacks, and merchandise. Be sure to browse the parks, and take in the decorations and ride overlays. Christmas at Disneyland is one of the best times to visit, but also the busiest! Be sure to check out our Disneyland at Christmas posts for tips and details.
November 15, 2024 – January 7, 2025: Holidays at Disneyland Resort
Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
December 1- 31, 2004: runDisney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas
Candlelight Processional at Disneyland
December 18-31, 2024: Christmas Weeks
December 25, 2024: Christmas
December 31, 2024-January 1, 2025: New Year’s Celebrations
Disneyland Events JANUARY 2025
January 30- February 2, 2025: Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend
Disneyland 2024 Calendar of Events
As you can see from this list, there is no shortage of things to do at Disneyland this year. From new festivals, and After Dark events, to classic things like Grad Nite, there is plenty to do. Check out our Disneyland Vacation Planning page for all the details, tips, and tricks!
Rochelle Mariah is a writer, designer and photographer with an MLIS in Information Science and a B.S. in Arch and Design. Determined to make Planning a DIY Disney Vacation easier she makes lots of lists and drinks lots of coffee. When not designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she's watching old movies and planning the holidays. She has been traveling to Disney destinations since 2010.
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