What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Friday, November 6. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Weather | High 84°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 7 min at opening vs. 45 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 4 PM–7 PM (headliners average 39 min) |
| Closed today | "it's a small world": Closed through at least Dec 18, 2026; Pixar Short Film Spotlight: Closed through at least Dec 18, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Nov 13, 2026 |
Today, November 6, 2026, Disneyland Park is open until 11:00 PM. Be prepared for typical peak wait times between 4 PM and 7 PM, when headliner attractions usually see their longest lines. Several attractions are closed for refurbishment, so plan your day accordingly.
Rope drop plan
For those looking to start their day with minimal waits, Tiana's Bayou Adventure usually has a 7-minute wait at opening, saving 38 minutes compared to its typical peak wait. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin typically sees a 13-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes. Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway usually has a 9-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes. All three are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Shows and timing
Enjoy a variety of live entertainment throughout the day. The Bootstrappers perform multiple times, starting at 8:30 AM, with their last show at 2:30 PM. Catch the Pearly Band at Castle Courtyard with shows at 9:15 AM, 10:05 AM, 11:00 AM, and 3:05 PM. Bluey's Best Day Ever! has performances from 11:00 AM to 4:45 PM, and Storytelling at Royal Theatre offers shows from 10:15 AM to 4:35 PM.
Plan your day
- Consider arriving early to experience attractions like Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin, or Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, which typically have lower waits at opening.
- Plan to enjoy shows or grab a meal between 4 PM and 7 PM, as this is typically the busiest time, with headliner attractions like Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance experiencing their worst waits.
- Note that "it's a small world" and Pixar Short Film Spotlight are closed through at least December 18, 2026, and Sailing Ship Columbia is closed through at least November 13, 2026.
- Take advantage of the numerous entertainment options throughout the day; for instance, The Dapper Dans perform from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Jambalaya Jazz has shows until 5:00 PM.
Disney California Adventure
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Weather | High 84°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 | Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!: usually about 10 min at opening vs. 39 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 5 PM–8 PM (headliners average 44 min) |
| Closed today | Redwood Creek Challenge Trail: Closed through at least Nov 12, 2026 |
For your day at Disney California Adventure, be aware that headliner wait times typically peak between 5 PM and 8 PM. During these hours, rides like Radiator Springs Racers and Guardians of the Galaxy - Monsters After Dark are often the worst.
Rope drop plan
For a lower wait, consider rope dropping Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! (typically 10 minutes at opening, saving 29 minutes from its typical peak of 39 minutes) or Grizzly River Run (5 minutes at opening, saving 27 minutes from its typical peak of 32 minutes). Soarin' Across America also typically sees a 19-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes from its typical peak of 41 minutes. Note that all these rides are also available via Multi Pass, so rope dropping might not be essential.
Shows and timing
Avengers Headquarters kicks off the day at 8:00 AM. Other shows include Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome at 9:00 AM and 9:45 AM, and The Amazing Spider-Man! starting at 9:50 AM. Later in the day, catch Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje starting at 11:30 AM, or Five & Dime from 12:30 PM.
Plan your day
- Consider heading to Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! or Grizzly River Run right at park opening for a typically shorter wait.
- Plan to take a break or enjoy shows like Paradise Garden Bandstand (starting at 11:15 AM) during the typical peak hours of 5 PM to 8 PM, when headliners like Radiator Springs Racers and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! usually see their longest waits.
- Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is closed today through at least November 12, 2026.
- Yesterday, Radiator Springs Racers averaged 65 minutes with a peak of 90 minutes, and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! averaged 49 minutes with a peak of 85 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 November 6. Disney can change them during the day.