Guess what time it is everyone! It’s nearly time to see gigantic, oversized, Mickey-shaped pumpkins on Main Street.  It’s almost time to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos in Frontierland, It’s almost time to dodge Delores the evil, galactic entity in Ghost Galaxy! It’s also just about time for Jack Skellington to move into the Mansion.  Yes, it will soon be Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort.  Starting September 11th and going all the way through to November 1st, Halloween Time is the family-friendly Halloween celebration that you cannot miss.

Halloween Time brings a festive air to the parks, with special treats and surprises around every corner. Disneyland Park enjoys the lion’s share of the celebrations and it is evident from the second you enter the gates.

Below is a listing of things to look forward to this fall.


 

Special Ticketed Events

Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park

Dates and prices have been announced for Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland.  Trick-or-treat and enjoy boisterous boos at one of the most family-friendly special events of the season. You can also save on advance ticket purchases for select nights to one of the most anticipated seasonal events!

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General ticket sales start on July 29, 2015.

General ticket sales started on July 29, 2015. However, if you’re an Annual Passholder, you can purchase special pre-sale tickets today – Sign in to the Disneyland website and receive your Passholder discount! Each ticket includes:

  • Admission to Disneyland Park up to 3 hours prior to the event’s start time.
  • Complimentary parking for one standard-size vehicle. Larger vehicles may require an additional fee.

Disney’s Happiest Haunts Tour

Take a tour on the spooky side with Disney’s Happiest Haunts Tour and live it up with the dead. A Disneyland Tour Guide or “Ghost Host” leads you through a night of happy haunts and spooky sightings at Disneyland. You’ll experience thrilling attractions and spine-tingling tales and enjoy a special Halloween treat. Disney’s Happiest Haunts Tour is offered seasonally.  Annual Pass holders get a 20% discount on all tours. Book your tour here.


 

Included with Admission

There are plenty of ways to enjoy Halloween at Disneyland without paying anything more than your price of admission into the park.  Here are some of our favorites.

Main Street Pumpkin Festival

Bunting of yellow, orange and red signals the Pumpkin Festival on Main Street.  Goofy, grinning gourds glare from every corner with sly grins and silly faces where no two are alike. The smell of a Pumpkin Spice Latte will waft from the Starbucks Coffee House and the Candy Palace will be hard at work making treats for both young and old.

Haunted Mansion Holiday

Jack Skellington is set to move back in to the Haunted Mansion, celebrating Christmas as made by the residents of Halloween Town.  It may not be so cheery and bright, but you are sure to get a wonderful fright.

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Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas is the inspiration for this astounding transformation of one of Disneyland’s most beloved attractions.  Now here for its 14 year, Haunted Mansion Holiday features jack-o-lanterns, wreaths, sinister toys and iconic characters from the popular film.  Every year it also features a custom made, fully edible gingerbread house in the ballroom scene.  Too bad you can’t get near enough to take a bite. Season’s Screamings, everyone!

Ghost Galaxy

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Probably the scariest offering at the park during Halloween Time, Ghost Galaxy transforms exciting Space Mountain into a portal to terror.  A malevolent entity has invaded the space station and your rocket ventures forth into the dark regions of space only to be pursued by the evil creature.  Loud, dark, scary, this is a wild and exciting ride that is one of our absolute favorites.  But be warned, it is a little scary.  Columnist Kimmy Erin gives you her impression of the ride here.  With regards the little ones; If you aren’t too sure, grab a FastPass and try it yourself first.  We love it and we are sure you will too.

Dia De Los Muertos

Another wonderful celebration is that of Dia De Los Muertos in Frontierland. Colorful, lively, and fun, this area honors the rich tradition of the Day of the Dead with decorations, face painting, and yummy treats.


 

Have fun, stay safe, and stay spooky!  Do you have your costume ready yet? Halloween is right around the corner!

About the Author

Norman Gidney is a nearly lifelong horror fan. Beginning his love for the scare at the age of 5 by watching John Carpenter's Halloween, he set out on a quest to share his passion for all things spooky with the rest of the world.