What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Thursday, November 5. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Weather | High 81°F, low 58°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 8 min at opening vs. 42 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 5 PM–8 PM (headliners average 38 min) |
| Closed today | "it's a small world": Closed through at least Dec 16, 2026; Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes: Closed through at least Nov 12, 2026; Pixar Short Film Spotlight: Closed through at least Dec 17, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Nov 18, 2026 |
For your visit to Disneyland Park today, Thursday, November 5, 2026, the park is open from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. To make the most of your morning, consider heading to popular attractions right at opening, as waits typically peak between 5 PM and 8 PM. For example, yesterday Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance peaked at 65 minutes.
Rope drop plan
If you plan to rope drop, Tiana's Bayou Adventure typically has an 8-minute wait at opening, saving you about 34 minutes compared to its typical peak of 42 minutes. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin usually sees an 11-minute wait at opening, saving 29 minutes from its typical peak of 40 minutes. Space Mountain typically opens with a 21-minute wait, saving 25 minutes from its 46-minute typical peak. All three are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Today's entertainment includes The Bootstrappers with multiple performances starting at 8:30 AM, Bluey's Best Day Ever! from 11:00 AM, and the Disneyland Band at Main Street, U.S.A. with shows at 11:25 AM, 12:15 PM, 3:15 PM, and 4:15 PM.
Plan your day
- Start your day by heading to Tiana's Bayou Adventure right at park opening at 8:00 AM to experience a typically shorter wait of 8 minutes, potentially saving you 34 minutes.
- Consider experiencing Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin early, as it usually has an 11-minute wait at opening, saving 29 minutes from its typical peak.
- Plan to take a break or enjoy less popular attractions between 5 PM and 8 PM, as this is typically when headliner wait times are highest, averaging 38 minutes, with Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance usually being the worst.
- Catch a performance of The Bootstrappers, with their first show at 8:30 AM, or Bluey's Best Day Ever!, which starts at 11:00 AM.
Disney California Adventure
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Weather | High 81°F, low 58°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 4 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!: usually about 7 min at opening vs. 38 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 2 PM–5 PM (headliners average 42 min) |
| Closed today | Redwood Creek Challenge Trail: Closed through at least Nov 12, 2026 |
To maximize your day at Disney California Adventure, consider arriving for park opening at 8:00 AM, as typical peak waits for headliners can reach 42 minutes between 2 PM and 5 PM. Planning your morning strategically can help you experience popular attractions with shorter waits.
Rope drop plan
For the shortest waits right at park opening, you could typically find Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! with a 7-minute wait, potentially saving 31 minutes off its typical peak. Goofy's Sky School usually has an 8-minute wait at opening, saving 23 minutes. WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure typically sees a 24-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes. All three of these attractions are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Start your day with Avengers Headquarters at 8:00 AM. Later in the morning, Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome has performances at 9:00 AM and 9:45 AM. The Amazing Spider-Man! shows begin at 9:50 AM, with frequent performances throughout the morning. You can also catch Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! and Operation: Playtime! - featuring the Green Army Patrol starting at 10:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Rope Drop Early: Head to
Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!orGoofy's Sky Schoolright at 8:00 AM for the lowest waits and to save significant time compared to peak hours. - Avoid Peak Crowds: Plan your meals, shows, or less popular attractions between 2 PM and 5 PM, as this is typically when average headliner waits are longest.
Radiator Springs Racers,Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark, andGuardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!are usually the worst during this period. - Note Closures:
Redwood Creek Challenge Trailis closed today and will remain closed through at least November 12, 2026. - Consider Yesterday's Trends: Yesterday,
Radiator Springs Racersaveraged 62 minutes with a peak of 95 minutes, andGuardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!averaged 40 minutes with a peak of 70 minutes, indicating these are good rides to prioritize early.
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 November 5. Disney can change them during the day.