What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World open on Thursday, November 12. All times are local Paris time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Weather | High 10°C (50°F), low 8°C (46°F), overcast clouds, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril: usually about 12 min at opening vs. 36 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 43 min) |
| Closed today | Disneyland Railroad Discoveryland Station: Closed through at least Jan 31, 2027; Disneyland Railroad Frontierland Depot: Closed through at least Nov 20, 2026; Les Voyages de Pinocchio: Closed through at least Nov 13, 2026; Pirate Galleon: Closed through at least Jan 31, 2027 |
For your visit to Disneyland Park today, Thursday, November 12, 2026, be aware that the busiest period is typically between 11 AM and 2 PM, with average headliner waits around 43 minutes. An early start can help you experience popular attractions with shorter waits.
Rope drop plan
To maximize your morning, consider heading to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril, which typically has a wait of 12 minutes at opening, saving you 24 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 36 minutes. Alternatively, Pirates of the Caribbean typically sees a 14-minute wait at opening, saving 19 minutes from its typical peak of 33 minutes.
Shows and timing
Catch Mysterious Meeting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, or 3:00 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. Mickey’s PhilharMagic runs frequently from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Don't miss the reserved viewing area for Mickey's Dazzling Christmas Parade! at 3:55 PM or 5:45 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive early to take advantage of lower waits at attractions like Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril or Pirates of the Caribbean.
- Plan around the typical peak hours of 11 AM to 2 PM, when average headliner waits can reach 43 minutes. This is a good time to see shows like The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands or Mickey’s PhilharMagic.
- Be aware of closures: Les Voyages de Pinocchio is closed through at least Nov 13, 2026.
- Consider your afternoon strategy: Yesterday, Peter Pan's Flight averaged 61 minutes with a peak of 85 minutes, and Big Thunder Mountain averaged 51 minutes with a peak of 85 minutes. Plan to see these earlier or during a show.
Disney Adventure World
| Park hours | 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Weather | High 10°C (50°F), low 8°C (46°F), overcast 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 40 min at opening vs. 58 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 54 min) |
| Closed today | Crush's Coaster: Closed through at least Jan 31, 2027 |
For your day at Disney Adventure World on Thursday, November 12, 2026, be aware that Crush's Coaster is closed through at least January 31, 2027. The busiest period for attractions is typically between 10 AM and 1 PM, when headliner waits average 54 minutes. Yesterday, Frozen Ever After saw peak waits of 100 minutes, making it a good candidate to prioritize early.
Rope drop plan
To make the most of your morning, consider heading to RC Racer or Cars ROAD TRIP right at park opening. RC Racer typically has a 40-minute wait at opening, saving you 18 minutes compared to its typical peak of 58 minutes. Cars ROAD TRIP usually sees a 14-minute wait at opening, also saving 18 minutes from its typical peak of 32 minutes. Alternatively, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror typically has a 37-minute wait at opening, saving 16 minutes from its typical peak of 53 minutes.
Shows and timing
Plan your day around the many shows available. Catch the Disney Princess Cavalcade at 10:00 AM, 11:25 AM, 1:50 PM, or 3:10 PM. For a longer show, TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure has performances at 11:15 AM, 12:25 PM, 1:35 PM, 3:40 PM, and 4:50 PM. Later in the day, Mickey and the Magician is scheduled for 1:00 PM, 2:05 PM, 3:10 PM, 5:25 PM, and 6:30 PM. Animation Academy and Stitch Live! offer frequent showings throughout the day.
Plan your day
- Start with a headliner: Consider riding Frozen Ever After, Ratatouille : L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy, or Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure early, as these are typically the worst for waits during the peak period. Yesterday, Frozen Ever After had a peak wait of 100 minutes.
- Utilize rope drop savings: Head to RC Racer, Cars ROAD TRIP, or The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at park opening to save significant time compared to typical peak waits.
- Plan shows during peak: The period from 10 AM to 1 PM typically sees the highest wait times, with headliners averaging 54 minutes. This is an ideal time to catch shows like the Disney Princess Cavalcade or TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure.
- Note attraction closure: Crush's Coaster is closed today and is expected to remain closed through at least January 31, 2027.
Planning another day? See the Disneyland Paris crowd calendar.
Hours and the forecast are as of 6:15 AM Paris time on November 12. Disney can change them during the day.