What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Wednesday, October 21. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Weather | High 77°F, low 63°F, light rain, 97% 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 5 min at opening vs. 50 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 2 PM–5 PM (headliners average 36 min) |
| Closed today | Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes: Closed through at least Oct 22, 2026; Indiana Jones Adventure: Closed through at least Oct 22, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Oct 23, 2026 |
Expect light rain today at Disneyland Park, with a 97% chance of precipitation. This weather may impact outdoor plans, so be prepared as you enjoy your day.
Rope drop plan
For those looking to start with minimal waits, Tiana's Bayou Adventure typically sees a 5-minute wait at opening, saving you about 45 minutes compared to its usual peak. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin also offers a short 6-minute wait at park opening, potentially saving 34 minutes. Both attractions are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Catch the Main Street Straw Hatters early at 8:15 AM or The Bootstrappers at 8:30 AM. Later in the day, the Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade is scheduled for 1:30 PM and 2:45 PM. The Disneyland Band will perform at Castle Promenade at 1:05 PM.
Plan your day
- Start smart: With light rain expected, consider heading to indoor attractions first or be prepared with rain gear. Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin are good rope drop options, typically saving significant time.
- Mid-day strategy: The park typically sees its busiest period from 2 PM to 5 PM, with headliner waits averaging 36 minutes. Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, and Space Mountain are usually the worst during this time.
- Check closures: Please note that Indiana Jones Adventure is closed through at least October 22, 2026.
- Enjoy entertainment: Plan your afternoon around the Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade at 1:30 PM or 2:45 PM. Yesterday, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance peaked at 65 minutes, while Haunted Mansion averaged 43 minutes.
Disney California Adventure
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 77°F, low 63°F, light rain, 97% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Grizzly River Run: usually about 5 min at opening vs. 46 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 5 PM–8 PM (headliners average 46 min) |
Prepare for a wet day at Disney California Adventure this Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with a 97% chance of light rain and a high of 77°F. This weather may influence your plans, so consider prioritizing indoor attractions and shows throughout the day.
Rope drop plan
For the shortest waits right at park opening, Grizzly River Run typically has a 5-minute wait, saving 41 minutes compared to its typical peak. Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! usually starts at 7 minutes, saving 34 minutes, and Toy Story Midway Mania! typically opens with a 16-minute wait, saving 33 minutes. All three of these attractions are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Shows begin right at park opening with Avengers Headquarters and Citizens of Buena Vista Street both starting at 8:00 AM. Later in the morning, Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome has performances at 9:00 AM and 9:45 AM. For frequent showtimes, The Amazing Spider-Man! begins at 9:50 AM and runs throughout the day, with Mickey's Trick and Treat at the Disney Theater starting at 10:45 AM.
Plan your day
- Consider starting your day with Grizzly River Run or Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! for typically short waits, though these are also available via Multi Pass.
- With light rain expected, plan to enjoy indoor attractions and shows, especially during the 97% chance of rain.
- Expect the busiest period to be from 5 PM to 8 PM, when headliner waits typically average 46 minutes. Radiator Springs Racers, Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark, and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! are usually the worst during this time.
- Yesterday, Radiator Springs Racers averaged 47 minutes with a peak of 75 minutes, and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! averaged 37 minutes with a peak of 85 minutes, so consider riding these earlier in the day or utilizing Multi Pass.
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 21. Disney can change them during the day.