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Disneyland Paris Today: Oct 9

Hours, weather, crowd forecast, rope-drop picks and closures for Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park on Friday, October 9, before the gates open.

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What to know before Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park open on Friday, October 9. All times are local Paris time.

Disneyland Park

Park hours 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Weather High 19°C (66°F), low 9°C (48°F), overcast clouds, 99% chance of rain
Crowd forecast 4 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park)
Rope-drop pick Orbitron: usually about 22 min at opening vs. 60 min at its peak
Busiest stretch Usually 12 PM–3 PM (headliners average 40 min)
Closed today Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast: Closed through at least Oct 16, 2026; Disneyland Railroad Discoveryland Station: Closed through at least Dec 30, 2026; Disneyland Railroad Frontierland Depot: Closed through at least Nov 20, 2026; La Galerie de la Belle au Bois Dormant: Closed through at least Oct 9, 2026; Pirate Galleon: Closed through at least Dec 30, 2026; Pirates' Beach: Closed through at least Oct 23, 2026

Today, Friday, October 9, 2026, expect overcast clouds and a 99% chance of rain at Disneyland Park. The park opens at 9:30 AM. With a high chance of rain, indoor attractions and shows might be more popular.

Rope drop plan

If you're heading to Disneyland Park this morning, consider making Orbitron your first stop. Our data shows that arriving at opening for Orbitron can typically save you 38 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 60 minutes. Disneyland Railroad Main Street Station is another option, potentially saving 29 minutes from its typical peak wait of 51 minutes.

Shows and timing

Catch Disney Stars on Parade at 11:30 AM, or The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands with performances at 12:10 PM, 1:10 PM, 3:45 PM, and 4:45 PM. Mickey’s Halloween Celebration is scheduled for 3:25 PM and 5:00 PM. Mickey’s PhilharMagic has multiple showings from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The day concludes with Disney Tales of Magic at 10:00 PM.

Plan your day

  • Start your day by heading to Orbitron right at park opening to typically save significant wait time.
  • Plan to experience shows or grab a meal between 12 PM and 3 PM, as this is typically when the park sees its highest wait times, with headliner attractions averaging 40 minutes. Big Thunder Mountain, Peter Pan's Flight, and Orbitron are usually the busiest during this period.
  • Don't miss Disney Stars on Parade at 11:30 AM or Mickey’s Halloween Celebration at 3:25 PM or 5:00 PM.
  • Note that Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast is closed through at least October 16, 2026, and La Galerie de la Belle au Bois Dormant is closed through at least October 9, 2026, so plan your Discoveryland and Fantasyland routes accordingly.

Walt Disney Studios Park

Park hours 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Weather High 19°C (66°F), low 9°C (48°F), overcast clouds, 99% chance of rain
Crowd forecast 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park)
Rope-drop pick RC Racer: usually about 18 min at opening vs. 51 min at its peak
Busiest stretch Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 47 min)
Closed today Crush's Coaster: Closed through at least Dec 30, 2026

Today, October 9, 2026, Walt Disney Studios Park opens at 9:30 AM and closes at 10:00 PM. With a 99% chance of overcast clouds and rain, planning indoor activities will be key. Be aware that Crush's Coaster is closed today and through at least December 30, 2026.

Rope drop plan

Typically, arriving for rope drop can significantly reduce wait times. RC Racer usually has an 18-minute wait at opening, saving 33 minutes compared to its typical peak. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror also typically opens with an 18-minute wait, saving 29 minutes, while Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure usually sees a 26-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes.

Shows and timing

Catch TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure at 11:15 AM, 12:25 PM, 1:35 PM, 3:40 PM, or 4:50 PM. Mickey and the Magician has showings at 1:00 PM, 2:05 PM, 3:10 PM, 5:25 PM, and 6:30 PM. For more frequent options, Stitch Live! runs throughout the day, starting at 10:30 AM, and Animation Academy offers sessions every 30 minutes from 10:30 AM.

Plan your day

  • Arrive for park opening at 9:30 AM to experience attractions like RC Racer or The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror with typically shorter waits, saving you over 29 minutes compared to peak times.
  • Be prepared for the typical peak period between 10 AM and 1 PM, when headliner attractions usually average 47 minutes. Yesterday, Frozen Ever After peaked at 90 minutes and Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy peaked at 85 minutes.
  • With a 99% chance of overcast clouds and rain, consider planning your day around indoor shows such as TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure (first show 11:15 AM) or Mickey and the Magician (first show 1:00 PM) to stay dry.
  • Please note that Crush's Coaster is closed today and through at least December 30, 2026.

Planning another day? See the Disneyland Paris crowd calendar.

Hours and the forecast are as of 6:15 AM Paris time on October 9. Disney can change them during the day.