What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World open on Friday, October 23. All times are local Paris time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 13°C (55°F), low 8°C (46°F), light rain, 48% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Orbitron: usually about 21 min at opening vs. 54 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 12 PM–3 PM (headliners average 41 min) |
| Closed today | 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 |
Expect light rain today, Friday, October 23, 2026, with the park opening at 9:00 AM. Planning your morning around the weather and typical crowd patterns will help maximize your day at Disneyland Park.
Rope drop plan
For those arriving at park opening, consider heading to Orbitron, where you could typically save 33 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 54 minutes. Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast also typically sees a 14-minute wait at opening, saving 29 minutes from its typical peak of 43 minutes.
Shows and timing
Today's show schedule includes Disney Stars on Parade at 11:30 AM, and Mickey’s Halloween Celebration at 3:25 PM and 5:00 PM. The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands has performances at 12:10 PM, 1:10 PM, 3:45 PM, and 4:45 PM, while Mickey’s PhilharMagic runs frequently from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive early for Orbitron: Our data suggests you can typically save 33 minutes by riding Orbitron right at park opening, with an expected wait of 21 minutes compared to its typical peak of 54 minutes.
- Plan for peak times: The park typically sees its busiest period between 12 PM and 3 PM, with an average headliner wait of 41 minutes. This is a good time to catch a show or grab a meal.
- Enjoy indoor entertainment: With light rain expected today, consider enjoying indoor shows like The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands or Mickey’s PhilharMagic, which has multiple showings throughout the afternoon.
- Note closures: Be aware that the Disneyland Railroad Discoveryland Station is closed through at least Dec 30, 2026, and the Disneyland Railroad Frontierland Depot is closed through at least Nov 20, 2026. The Pirate Galleon is also closed through at least Dec 30, 2026.
Disney Adventure World
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 13°C (55°F), low 8°C (46°F), light rain, 48% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | RC Racer: usually about 17 min at opening vs. 53 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 46 min) |
| Closed today | Crush's Coaster: Closed through at least Dec 30, 2026 |
Today at Disney Adventure World, expect light rain with a 48% chance of precipitation. Arriving for park opening at 9:00 AM is key to experiencing popular attractions before crowds build, with no Early Entry.
Rope drop plan
To maximize your morning, consider heading straight to RC Racer, which typically sees a 17-minute wait at opening, saving 36 minutes compared to its typical peak. Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy usually has a 34-minute wait at opening, saving 29 minutes. Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure also typically opens with a 26-minute wait, saving 29 minutes. Crush's Coaster is closed today, through at least December 30, 2026.
Shows and timing
Plan to catch one of the many shows throughout the day. TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure has performances at 11:15 AM, 12:25 PM, 1:35 PM, 3:40 PM, and 4:50 PM. Mickey and the Magician is scheduled for 1:00 PM, 2:05 PM, 3:10 PM, 5:25 PM, and 6:30 PM. The Disney Princess Cavalcade runs at 10:00 AM, 11:25 AM, 1:50 PM, and 3:10 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive Early: Be at the park for its 9:00 AM opening to experience RC Racer, Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, or Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure with typically shorter waits.
- Beat the Peak: Headliner wait times usually peak from 11 AM to 2 PM. Consider seeing shows like TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure or Mickey and the Magician during this period, as Frozen Ever After, Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, and Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop are typically the worst for waits.
- Embrace the Rain: With light rain expected, consider enjoying indoor shows such as Stitch Live! or Animation Academy during the wetter parts of the day.
- Closure Alert: Remember that Crush's Coaster is closed today, 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 23. Disney can change them during the day.