What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Thursday, October 15. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Weather | High 91°F, low 61°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Tiana's Bayou Adventure: usually about 6 min at opening vs. 54 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 6 PM–9 PM (headliners average 39 min) |
| Closed today | Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes: Closed through at least Oct 22, 2026; Indiana Jones Adventure: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026; Mad Tea Party: Closed through at least Oct 15, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Oct 30, 2026 |
Prepare for a warm day at Disneyland Park with clear skies and a high of 91F. Arriving right at the 8:00 AM opening will be key to experiencing popular attractions with shorter waits.
Rope drop plan
For the shortest waits, consider Tiana's Bayou Adventure, which typically has a 6-minute wait at opening, saving you 48 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 54 minutes. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin is another good option, usually 7 minutes at opening, saving 35 minutes off its 42-minute peak. Both of these attractions are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them. Space Mountain typically opens with a 21-minute wait, saving 26 minutes from its 47-minute typical peak, and is also available via Multi Pass.
Shows and timing
Catch the Main Street Straw Hatters starting at 8:15 AM or The Bootstrappers at 8:30 AM for early entertainment. Mickey's House and Meet Mickey Mouse is available from 8:00 AM. Later in the day, Bluey's Best Day Ever! has multiple showings, with the first at 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for park opening at 8:00 AM to experience Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin with significantly lower wait times before the crowds build.
- Plan for indoor attractions or shows during the warmest part of the day, especially as typical peak wait times for headliners average 39 minutes between 6 PM and 9 PM.
- Note that Mad Tea Party is closed today through at least October 15, 2026. Indiana Jones Adventure is also closed through at least November 26, 2026, and Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes is closed through at least October 22, 2026.
- Consider riding popular attractions like Space Mountain, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, and Haunted Mansion earlier in the day or after 9 PM, as these are typically the worst for waits during the 6 PM to 9 PM peak. Yesterday, Haunted Mansion averaged 43 minutes and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance averaged 42 minutes.
Disney California Adventure
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tonight | Oogie Boogie Bash (separate ticket); day guests leave at 6:00 PM |
| Weather | High 91°F, low 61°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 4 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Grizzly River Run: usually about 5 min at opening vs. 38 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 3 PM–6 PM (headliners average 43 min) |
Today, Disney California Adventure closes early at 6:00 PM for the Oogie Boogie Bash, so plan to make the most of your morning. Expect a clear sky with a high of 91°F, making early starts and mid-day breaks a good strategy.
Rope drop plan
With the park closing early, arriving for rope drop is key to experiencing popular attractions. You can typically save significant time by heading to Grizzly River Run, which usually has a 5-minute wait at opening compared to a typical peak of 38 minutes, saving 33 minutes. Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! also typically opens with a 5-minute wait, saving 32 minutes from its 37-minute peak. WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure usually sees a 14-minute wait at opening, saving 31 minutes from its 45-minute peak. Note that these rides are also available via Multi Pass. Yesterday, Radiator Springs Racers averaged 104 minutes with a peak of 150 minutes, and Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark averaged 91 minutes with a peak of 130 minutes.
Shows and timing
Catch early performances like Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome at 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM, or Avengers Headquarters at 8:00 AM. Later in the morning, The Amazing Spider-Man! begins at 9:50 AM, and Operation: Playtime! - featuring the Green Army Patrol starts at 10:00 AM. Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje has its first show at 10:30 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for park opening at 8:00 AM to take advantage of lower wait times for rides like Grizzly River Run or WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure before the park closes early.
- Plan for a break during the hottest part of the day, as the temperature is expected to reach 91°F with a clear sky.
- Avoid the typical peak period from 3 PM to 6 PM, when headliner waits usually average 43 minutes, especially for Radiator Springs Racers and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!.
- Be aware that Disney California Adventure closes to day guests at 6:00 PM today for the Oogie Boogie Bash, which runs until 11:00 PM, so plan your evening accordingly.
For a personalized ride order, try our free day planner. Planning another day? See the Disneyland Resort crowd calendar.
Hours and the forecast are as of 4:30 AM PT on October 15. Disney can change them during the day.