What to know before Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park open on Monday, October 12. All times are local Paris time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 18°C (64°F), low 8°C (46°F), scattered clouds, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Orbitron: usually about 24 min at opening vs. 56 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 12 PM–3 PM (headliners average 42 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; Pirate Galleon: Closed through at least Dec 30, 2026 |
Disneyland Park opens at 9:30 AM today, Monday, October 12, 2026. With no early entry, arriving for park opening is key to experiencing popular attractions before the typical peak hours, which usually run from 12 PM to 3 PM.
Rope drop plan
For those arriving at park opening, Orbitron typically has a wait of 24 minutes, saving 32 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 56 minutes. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril usually sees a 5-minute wait at opening, saving 29 minutes from its typical peak of 34 minutes.
Shows and timing
Today's entertainment includes Dr. Facilier Encounter at 9:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 6:15 PM. Mysterious Meeting has multiple showings from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Don't miss Disney Stars on Parade at 11:30 AM (with a reserved viewing area also at 11:30 AM). The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands performs 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, and Disney Tales of Magic closes the day at 10:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for park opening at 9:30 AM to experience Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril or Orbitron with typically shorter waits.
- Consider taking a break or enjoying shows during the typical peak hours of 12 PM to 3 PM, when headliner waits average 42 minutes. Yesterday, Big Thunder Mountain averaged 60 minutes with a peak of 95 minutes, and Peter Pan's Flight averaged 55 minutes with a peak of 90 minutes.
- Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast is closed through at least October 16, 2026, Pirate Galleon is closed through at least December 30, 2026, and the Disneyland Railroad Discoveryland Station and Frontierland Depot are also closed today.
- Plan your afternoon around Disney Stars on Parade at 11:30 AM or catch The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands with performances throughout the day.
Walt Disney Studios Park
| Park hours | 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 18°C (64°F), low 8°C (46°F), scattered clouds, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | RC Racer: usually about 20 min at opening vs. 53 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 48 min) |
| Closed today | Crush's Coaster: Closed through at least Dec 30, 2026 |
Walt Disney Studios Park opens today, Monday, October 12, 2026, at 9:30 AM. There is no early entry available. Expect headliner attractions to typically see their longest waits, averaging 48 minutes, between 11 AM and 2 PM. Crush's Coaster is closed today and through at least December 30, 2026.
Rope drop plan
To maximize your morning, consider heading to RC Racer or Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy right at park opening. Typically, RC Racer has a 20-minute wait at opening, saving you 33 minutes compared to its typical peak of 53 minutes. Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy usually sees a 34-minute wait at opening, saving 33 minutes from its typical peak of 67 minutes. Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure also typically offers a 28-minute wait at opening, saving 28 minutes.
Shows and timing
A variety of shows are available today. Catch the Disney Princess Cavalcade starting at 10:00 AM, or Animation Academy from 10:30 AM. TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure begins at 11:15 AM, and Mickey and the Magician has its first performance at 1:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive before 9:30 AM and head straight to RC Racer or Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy to experience these popular attractions with typically shorter waits.
- Plan to take a break or enjoy shows between 11 AM and 2 PM, as this is typically when headliner waits, including for Frozen Ever After, Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, and Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure, are at their worst, averaging 48 minutes.
- Incorporate a show like TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure (first show at 11:15 AM) or Mickey and the Magician (first show at 1:00 PM) into your schedule to enjoy entertainment during the busiest ride times.
- Note that Crush's Coaster is closed today and through at least December 30, 2026, so plan your day accordingly.
Planning another day? See the Disneyland Paris crowd calendar.
Hours and the forecast are as of 6:15 AM Paris time on October 12. Disney can change them during the day.