What to know before Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure open on Monday, November 9. All times are Pacific Time.
Disneyland Park
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Weather | High 88°F, low 65°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. 48 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 38 min) |
| Closed today | "it's a small world": Closed through at least Dec 19, 2026; Pixar Short Film Spotlight: Closed through at least Dec 18, 2026; Sailing Ship Columbia: Closed through at least Nov 18, 2026 |
Disneyland Park is open from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM today, Monday, November 9, 2026. Be aware that typical peak wait times usually occur between 11 AM and 2 PM, with an average headliner wait of 38 minutes. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Space Mountain, and Haunted Mansion typically see the worst waits during this period.
Rope drop plan
For rope drop, consider Tiana's Bayou Adventure, which typically has an 8-minute wait at opening, saving you 40 minutes off its typical peak wait. It's also available via Multi Pass. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin is another good option, with a typical 14-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes, and it's also on Multi Pass. Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway typically sees a 10-minute wait at opening, saving 25 minutes, and is also available via Multi Pass.
Shows and timing
Today offers a variety of live entertainment. Catch the Main Street Straw Hatters starting at 8:15 AM, or the Pearly Band at Castle Courtyard from 9:15 AM. Later in the day, Bluey's Best Day Ever! has multiple showings starting at 11:00 AM, and Jambalaya Jazz performs hourly from 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive early for popular attractions: To minimize waits, consider heading to Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin right at park opening, as they typically offer significant time savings compared to peak waits.
- Plan around peak hours: From 11 AM to 2 PM, when average headliner waits are typically 38 minutes, consider enjoying shows like Storytelling at Royal Theatre or taking a break. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Space Mountain, and Haunted Mansion usually have the longest waits during this time.
- Note attraction closures: Please be aware that "it's a small world" is closed through at least December 19, 2026, Pixar Short Film Spotlight is closed through at least December 18, 2026, and Sailing Ship Columbia is closed through at least November 18, 2026.
- Review recent wait times: Yesterday, Haunted Mansion peaked at 70 minutes and Space Mountain peaked at 60 minutes, so planning to visit these outside of typical peak hours could be beneficial.
Disney California Adventure
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Weather | High 88°F, low 65°F, clear sky, 0% 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 6 min at opening vs. 40 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 4 PM–7 PM (headliners average 41 min) |
| Closed today | Redwood Creek Challenge Trail: Closed through at least Nov 12, 2026 |
Disney California Adventure opens at 8:00 AM today, November 9, 2026. To make the most of your morning, consider heading to popular attractions early, as typical peak wait times for headliners can reach 41 minutes between 4 PM and 7 PM.
Rope drop plan
For those arriving right at park opening, Grizzly River Run typically has a wait of 6 minutes, saving you 34 minutes compared to its typical peak. Goofy's Sky School usually sees an 11-minute wait at opening, saving 27 minutes. Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! typically has an 18-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes. All three of these attractions are also available via Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them if you plan to use that service.
Shows and timing
Start your day with entertainment as Avengers Headquarters and Citizens of Buena Vista Street both begin at 8:00 AM. Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome has its first performances at 9:00 AM and 9:45 AM. For superhero action, The Amazing Spider-Man! has frequent showings starting at 9:50 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive early for lower waits: If you're looking to experience Grizzly River Run, Goofy's Sky School, or Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! with minimal waits, consider heading there shortly after the 8:00 AM park opening.
- Prepare for afternoon crowds: Be aware that typical peak times are from 4 PM to 7 PM, with an average headliner wait of 41 minutes. Radiator Springs Racers, Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT!, and Toy Story Midway Mania! are usually the worst for waits during this period. Yesterday, Radiator Springs Racers averaged 46 minutes with a peak of 75 minutes, and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! averaged 33 minutes with a peak of 70 minutes.
- Catch a show: Plan your morning around early showtimes like Avengers Headquarters or Citizens of Buena Vista Street at 8:00 AM, or Anna & Elsa's Royal Welcome at 9:00 AM.
- Note closures: Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is Closed through at least Nov 12, 2026, so plan accordingly.
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 9. Disney can change them during the day.