What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Thursday, October 22. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Weather | High 66°F, low 58°F, light rain, 96% 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. 55 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 29, 2026; Indiana Jones Adventure: Closed through at least Oct 22, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Nov 6, 2026 |
Prepare for a rainy Thursday at Disneyland Park, with light rain expected and a 96% chance of precipitation. This might make indoor attractions and shows a good focus for your day.
Rope drop plan
For the shortest waits right at opening, consider Tiana's Bayou Adventure, which typically has a 6-minute wait and can save you 49 minutes compared to its typical peak. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin usually sees a 7-minute wait at opening, saving 35 minutes. Space Mountain typically opens with a 20-minute wait, saving 27 minutes. All three are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Catch early performances like the Main Street Straw Hatters at 8:15 AM or The Bootstrappers at 8:30 AM. The Pearly Band at Castle Courtyard performs starting at 9:15 AM. Bluey's Best Day Ever! has multiple showings throughout the day, with the first at 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Prioritize Tiana's Bayou Adventure at park opening to take advantage of its typically short 6-minute wait, potentially saving you 49 minutes compared to its peak.
- Plan your busiest attractions for earlier in the day or use Multi Pass, as waits typically peak between 6 PM and 9 PM. Yesterday, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance peaked at 110 minutes and Space Mountain peaked at 70 minutes.
- Be aware of closures for today, including Indiana Jones Adventure, which is closed through at least October 22, 2026. Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes and Sailing Ship Columbia are also closed.
- Consider indoor entertainment options throughout the day, such as Bluey's Best Day Ever! or the Main Street Piano Player, especially with a 96% chance of light rain.
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 66°F, low 58°F, light rain, 96% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 4 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure: usually about 12 min at opening vs. 45 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 3 PM–6 PM (headliners average 41 min) |
Today at Disney California Adventure, the park closes early at 6:00 PM for the Oogie Boogie Bash event, so plan your day to make the most of the shorter operating hours. Expect light rain throughout the day, with a 96% chance of precipitation, and a high of 66°F.
Rope drop plan
For those looking to start with minimal waits, WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure typically sees a 12-minute wait at opening, saving you about 33 minutes compared to its usual peak. Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! and Toy Story Midway Mania! are also good options, typically starting at 5 and 10 minutes respectively, saving around 32 and 31 minutes. All three are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
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, offering many showtimes throughout the day. Mickey's Trick and Treat at the Disney Theater also has performances starting at 10:45 AM.
Plan your day
- Prioritize your must-do attractions before the park closes to day guests at 6:00 PM for the Oogie Boogie Bash event, which runs until 11:00 PM.
- Consider rope dropping attractions like WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure to experience it with a typically lower 12-minute wait, or utilize Multi Pass for it and other popular rides like Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!.
- Plan for the light rain by enjoying indoor shows such as Mickey's Trick and Treat at the Disney Theater, which has performances starting at 10:45 AM, or Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje from 10:30 AM.
- Be aware of typical peak wait times between 3 PM and 6 PM, when headliner attractions usually average 41 minutes. Yesterday, Radiator Springs Racers peaked at 85 minutes and Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark peaked at 70 minutes.
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 22. Disney can change them during the day.