Halloween in Disneyland Paris: Where Spooky Meets Sparkle
Halloween is one of the most magical times of the year. To have an extra spooky time, there is no better idea than a trip to Disneyland Paris!
Disneyland Paris’s Halloween Festival runs September 26 to November 1, 2026 – over a month of spooky fun. Disney Villains take center stage, parades feature seasonal characters, and the park glows with Halloween decorations.
After 15 years living in Paris, I’ve spent Halloween at Disneyland multiple times. The first thing you need to do is buy your tickets as soon as possible! Ticket prices for the Disneyland Parks can vary according to demand (dynamic pricing). Just like airline or train fares, the earlier you book, the less you are likely to pay.
Here’s everything else you need to plan your visit: events, what to expect, where to stay, dining specials, and insider tips for skipping the lines.
Last update: September 2026
Table of Contents:
- Disneyland Paris Halloween 2026 Dates and Hours
- How to Get to Disneyland Paris
- Spooky Things to Do for Halloween at Disneyland Paris
- Meet the Disney Villains: Halloween is Their Moment to Shine
- 31st October: The Highlight of the Pumpkin Festival!
- Dining at Disneyland Paris
- Prolong the Ghoulish Magic of Halloween at Disneyland Paris Hotels
Disneyland Paris Halloween 2026 Dates and Hours
When is Halloween at Disneyland Paris?
The Disneyland Paris Halloween 2026 dates are from September 26 to November 1 2026. All Halloween festivities will take place during the regular park hours.
This year, Halloween at Disneyland Paris starts about one month before the end of the high season in Paris, so you can expect the parks to be quite busy! If you want to enjoy a fantastic Halloween trip without spending too much time in line for your favorite attractions, avoid visiting the parks on weekends and during school holidays.
To learn more about the busiest times at Disneyland Paris during Halloween and find the best times to visit, check out this Disneyland Paris crowd calendar.
Elisa’s Tip: Many visitors combine a trip to Disneyland Paris with a few days in the city. If you’re visiting Paris around Halloween, don’t miss my guide to Halloween in Paris, with ideas for Halloween events and activities around the city.
Disneyland Paris Halloween Hours
The Disneyland Paris Halloween opening hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Disneyland Park) and from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Disney Adventure World). On 31 October 2026, Disneyland Park will open until 11 p.m. with many extra surprises (more info here).
When does Disneyland Paris decorate for Halloween?
Usually, you can see the first Halloween decorations one week before the festival begins. During this week, Halloween-themed sweets and souvenirs also start to appear in the shops inside the park.
This means that if you visit Disneyland Paris in mid-September, you can enjoy (more or less) the Halloween atmosphere without paying the higher Halloween festival prices. However, you won’t see the Mischief Makers or the special Halloween shows.
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How to Get to Disneyland Paris
How to Travel from Disneyland Paris from Abroad
If you want to travel to Disneyland Paris from abroad, you can fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY), the two closest airports to Disneyland Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the closest airport to Disneyland Paris, only 35km from the parks. Getting from the airport to Disneyland Paris is also straightforward. Check out all the ways to get from CDG Airport to Disneyland Paris.
Orly Airport (ORY) is about 45km from Disneyland Paris. Click here to find out all the ways to get from Orly to Disneyland Paris
If you’re traveling from London to Disneyland Paris by train, my London to Disneyland Paris guide will tell you everything you need to know to travel to Disneyland Paris by train.
Disneyland Paris is also connected by direct trains to several other cities in Europe, including Brussels, Belgium (about 1.5 hours), and Geneva, Switzerland (about 4.5 hours).
How to Get to Disneyland Paris from France
You can also travel directly to Disneyland Paris by train from several cities in France (e.g. Lille, Strasbourg, Bordeaux, Marseille). All of these trains arrive at the same station, Marne-la-Vallée – Chessy, right next to the parks. Click here to book your train tickets
If you wish to visit Disneyland Paris from the French capital, here are all the ways to get from Paris to Disneyland Paris
Spooky Things to Do for Halloween at Disneyland Paris
Halloween in Disneyland Paris is super fun! From spooky characters and decorations to thrilling attractions and parades, here’s what to do in Disneyland Paris for Halloween.
A. Disneyland Park
Disneyland Park will be ghoulishly fun this Halloween, thanks to the many decorations around Main Street US and other areas. All around, you will see smiling pumpkins, orange lanterns, garlands with lights, and joyful phantoms that will create the perfect atmosphere – but kid-friendly!
But it’s not only about pumpkins and phantoms! In Disneyland Paris, Halloween decorations also honor the Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink, and celebration. The most prominent symbols related to the Day of the Dead are calacas (skeletons) and calaveras (skulls).
Disneyland Park also features several “spooky attractions” to make Halloween thrilling! The classic “Phantom Manor” is a must, and you will also have lots of fun at “Adventure Island” with the characteristic skull grotto and pirate galleon.
If you haven’t had enough, mingle with Captain Jack Sparrow at the “Pirates of the Caribbean” attraction and ride the rollercoasters at “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril” and “Big Thunder Mountain.” Lastly, stop by the “Dragon’s Grotto,” right below the Sleeping Beauty Castle – but do not dare to wake up the beast!
B. Disneyland Paris Halloween Parades (In Disneyland Park)
Meet Mickey and his friends dressed in seasonal outfits at “Mickey’s Halloween Celebration Parade!” The parade starts near the It’s a Small World attraction and continues throughout Main Street US.
The Disneyland Paris Halloween Parade times can vary from day to day and may be postponed due to weather conditions (it’s happened to me once!). To get the exact schedule for the day of your visit, check the free Disneyland Paris app and try to get there 30 minutes in advance if you want to get a spot with good views.
Elisa’s Tip: I thought that the best place to see the parade was on the upper part of Main Street US, with the Sleeping Beauty Castle in the background. However, the parade splits at the rotunda, where some chariots go to the Castle while others continue down to Main Street, US, so I could only see half of the parade well. For my second try, I was just in front of the Pizzeria Bella Notte. There, it was less crowded, and I could see the whole parade.
C. Disney Adventure World
There will be no special Halloween decorations or events in Disney Adventure World. However, you will have the opportunity to meet their usual characters! There are also character meet & greet points.
Disney Adventure World has many attractions and rides, the most spooky being the infamous “Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.” This is not for the faint-hearted!
Elisa’s Tip: If you want to visit Disney Adventure World, I suggest purchasing a combined ticket for the two parks, so you can also enjoy the Disneyland Paris Halloween parade and other Halloween activities in Disneyland Park.
D. Nightfall Events (In Disneyland Park)
When night falls, the villains come out and take over Disneyland Park. Don’t miss the spooktacular Disneyland Electrical Sky Parade!
This Halloween, there’s a chilling, exclusive new twist to this show, as the villains and other mysterious hosts will take turns to hijack the hijinks with their thrilling projections and drone displays. Look up at the sky to see a dance of drones featuring different Disney Characters.
The Disneyland Paris Halloween Parade starts at the end of the day. To get the exact schedule for the day of your visit, check the free Disneyland Paris app and try to get there 30 minutes in advance if you want to get a spot with good views.
The nighttime spectacular “Disney Illuminations” is Disney’s extravaganza, combining captivating music, fireworks, and projections onto the Sleeping Beauty Castle for a magical grand finale. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to take good pictures without a tripod 🙁
Personally, I preferred the Electrical Sky Parade.
Exact show times can vary from day to day and are published in the official Disneyland Paris app. The show always starts right after the Disneyland Electrical Sky Parade.
Meet the Disney Villains: Halloween is Their Moment to Shine
The Disney Halloween Festival is the perfect time to meet some of Disney’s most iconic villains.
You’ll see beloved Disney Characters like Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and his three nephews dressed in Halloween costumes during the parades, while villains like Maleficent, Cruella de Vil, Jafar, Captain Hook, and Dr. Facilier can be found wandering around the park for photos and autographs.
Also, Jack Skellington and Sally, the beloved duo from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, will travel from Halloween Town to Disneyland Park on selected dates during the festival. Meeting them requires advance booking through the official Disneyland Paris app using the Virtual Queue.
31st October: The Highlight of the Pumpkin Festival!
October 31st can only mean one thing: it’s Halloween! Come to Disneyland Paris wearing your best Halloween costume* and celebrate in style.
Unlike in previous years, there is no Disneyland Paris Halloween Party in 2026. However, it will still be a day full of surprises, and Disneyland Park’s opening hours will be extended. Details on how to take part, availability, and any specific conditions will be shared ahead of the event (tip: check the official app!).
Disney Adventure World will close at its usual time.
*Kids (and not-so-kids!) are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes, but masks and other elements that hide the face are forbidden.
Dining at Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris Parks are packed with fantastic eateries where you can taste delicious food. There are also dedicated picnic areas outside the parks if you don’t fancy sitting in a restaurant. If you visit Disneyland Paris in October, however, the weather might not be on your side for a meal outdoors.
For a well-rounded experience, I suggest you eat in one of the themed Disneyland Paris restaurants. There are restaurants with or without advance reservations (I explain all this in the article above), and they offer different cuisines.
Spooky will also arrive at the table, with limited-edition treats served for Halloween in both parks. Get your fangs on fantastic beverages like the “Little Devil Cocktail” and the Poisoned “Apple” for a fun time!
Prolong the Ghoulish Magic of Halloween at Disneyland Paris’ Hotels
Halloween in Disneyland Paris will be present inside the Disneyland Paris hotels, too! With fall decorations and a “wicked” vibe, book a hotel for a unique Halloween experience.
This option is particularly good for those who want to enjoy the parks until the very last minute or those who want to visit the two parks: I recommend staying at least two days to discover Disneyland Park and Disney Adventure World.
Disney characters always pop up at the hotel reception to say hi and get pictures with your kids. They usually come from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., but it is better to confirm the times with your hotel.
The best perk of staying overnight at Disneyland Paris hotels? Guests can enjoy the ‘Magic Hour!’ Disneyland’s Magic Pass is not only the key to your hotel room: it gives you extra time in the park (from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.) before the day crowds arrive. What’s better than entering the parks one hour before the general opening and enjoying your favorite rides without lines? Well, nothing!
And there you have it, all the information and my best tips to enjoy a spooky Halloween at Disneyland Paris. Bon voyage!
