What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Thursday, October 29. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 76°F, low 62°F, overcast clouds, 21% 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. 43 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 Nov 5, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Nov 13, 2026 |
For your visit to Disneyland Park today, October 29, be aware that the busiest period is typically between 6 PM and 9 PM. During these hours, headliners like Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance usually experience their longest waits. Yesterday, Haunted Mansion averaged 45 minutes and peaked at 70 minutes, while Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance averaged 41 minutes and peaked at 65 minutes.
Rope drop plan
To maximize your morning, consider heading to Tiana's Bayou Adventure right at opening, where the wait is typically 5 minutes, saving you 38 minutes compared to its typical peak of 43 minutes. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin is another good option, usually seeing a 7-minute wait at opening, saving 33 minutes from its typical peak of 40 minutes. Both Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Start your day with the Main Street Straw Hatters, performing at 8:15 AM and 9:10 AM. Later in the morning, catch Bluey's Best Day Ever! at 11:00 AM or 12:20 PM. The Main Street Piano Player also has multiple performances, starting at 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Head to Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin right at park opening for shorter waits, keeping in mind they are also available via Multi Pass.
- Plan to enjoy shows like Bluey's Best Day Ever! or the Main Street Piano Player during the typical peak hours of 6 PM to 9 PM, when attractions like Space Mountain and Haunted Mansion usually see their longest waits.
- Catch the Pearly Band at Castle Courtyard at 9:15 AM or the Disneyland Band at Frontierland at 10:30 AM for early entertainment.
- Note that Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes is closed through at least Nov 5, 2026, and Sailing Ship Columbia is closed through at least Nov 13, 2026.
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 76°F, low 62°F, overcast clouds, 21% 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 11 min at opening vs. 46 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 3 PM–6 PM (headliners average 41 min) |
Disney California Adventure will close early today, October 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM for the Oogie Boogie Bash event, which runs until 11:00 PM. Plan your day to maximize your time before the park closes to day guests.
Rope drop plan
For rope drop, consider WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure, which typically has an 11-minute wait at opening, saving you 35 minutes compared to its typical peak wait. Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! also offers a good start with a 5-minute wait at opening, saving 33 minutes. Toy Story Midway Mania! typically has a 10-minute wait at opening, saving 30 minutes. All three of these attractions are also available via Multi Pass, so rope dropping may not be necessary.
Shows and timing
Early show options include Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome and Avengers Headquarters, both starting at 8:00 AM. The Amazing Spider-Man! begins at 9:50 AM, and Operation: Playtime! - featuring the Green Army Patrol has its first performance at 10:00 AM. Mickey's Trick and Treat at the Disney Theater starts at 10:45 AM.
Plan your day
- Prioritize WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure or Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! right at park opening to experience shorter waits, as both typically save over 30 minutes compared to peak times.
- Be aware that the park typically sees its busiest period from 3 PM to 6 PM, with an average headliner wait of 41 minutes. Radiator Springs Racers, Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark, and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! are usually the worst offenders during this time.
- Remember that Disney California Adventure closes early today at 6:00 PM for the Oogie Boogie Bash event, so plan your dining and last rides accordingly.
- Yesterday, Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark averaged 69 minutes and peaked at 110 minutes. Consider riding this attraction earlier in the day or utilizing Multi Pass to avoid longer waits.
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 29. Disney can change them during the day.