What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World open on Wednesday, October 28. All times are local Paris time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Disneyland Railroad Fantasyland Station: usually about 26 min at opening vs. 45 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 44 min) |
| Closed today | Disneyland Railroad Discoveryland Station: Closed through at least Dec 31, 2026; Disneyland Railroad Frontierland Depot: Closed through at least Nov 20, 2026; Pirate Galleon: Closed through at least Dec 31, 2026 |
Disneyland Park opens at 9:00 AM today, October 28, 2026. With no early entry available, consider heading to a popular attraction right at opening to make the most of your morning. The park will close at 10:00 PM.
Rope drop plan
If you head to Disneyland Railroad Fantasyland Station at opening, you can typically save 19 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 45 minutes, as it usually has a 26-minute wait at opening.
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. Disney Stars on Parade is scheduled for 11:30 AM, with a reserved viewing area also at 11:30 AM. Catch The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands at 12:10 PM, 1:10 PM, 3:45 PM, and 4:45 PM. Mickey’s Halloween Celebration has performances at 3:25 PM and 5:00 PM. The day concludes with Disney Tales of Magic at 10:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Start your day at Disneyland Railroad Fantasyland Station to take advantage of typically lower waits right after the park opens.
- Plan for shows or breaks between 11 AM and 2 PM, as this is typically the busiest period, with headliner attractions averaging 44-minute waits. Peter Pan's Flight, Big Thunder Mountain, and Orbitron are typically the worst during this time.
- Be aware of closures: Disneyland Railroad Discoveryland Station is closed through at least Dec 31, 2026, Disneyland Railroad Frontierland Depot is closed through at least Nov 20, 2026, and Pirate Galleon is closed through at least Dec 31, 2026.
- Manage expectations for popular rides: Yesterday, Big Thunder Mountain averaged 65 minutes with a peak of 125 minutes, and Peter Pan's Flight averaged 54 minutes with a peak of 75 minutes.
Disney Adventure World
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Cars ROAD TRIP: usually about 18 min at opening vs. 33 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 50 min) |
| Closed today | Crush's Coaster: Closed through at least Dec 31, 2026 |
Today, Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Disney Adventure World opens at 9:00 AM. If you're looking to start your day with a shorter wait, consider heading to Cars ROAD TRIP, which typically saves 15 minutes by riding at opening compared to its typical peak wait. Be aware that Crush's Coaster is closed through at least December 31, 2026.
Rope drop plan
For your rope drop strategy, Cars ROAD TRIP is a good option, with an expected wait of 18 minutes at opening, saving you 15 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 33 minutes.
Shows and timing
Today offers a variety of shows. 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 performances at 1:00 PM, 2:05 PM, 3:10 PM, 5:25 PM, and 6:30 PM. You can also see the Disney Princess Cavalcade at 10:00 AM, 11:25 AM, 1:50 PM, and 3:10 PM.
Plan your day
- Head to Cars ROAD TRIP right at 9:00 AM opening to experience a shorter wait, typically 18 minutes, saving you time compared to its usual peak.
- Plan to avoid the park's busiest period, which typically runs from 10 AM to 1 PM, when average headliner waits can reach 50 minutes. Yesterday, Frozen Ever After averaged 70 minutes with a peak of 120 minutes, and Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy averaged 51 minutes with a peak of 90 minutes.
- Consider catching a show like TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure or Mickey and the Magician during the typical peak hours to escape potential ride queues.
- Remember that Crush's Coaster is closed today and through at least December 31, 2026, so plan your day accordingly.
Planning another day? See the Disneyland Paris crowd calendar.
Hours and the forecast are as of 5:15 AM Paris time on October 28. Disney can change them during the day.