Halloween has kicked off at Disneyland Resort, starting Friday with a bang! There’s an exciting lineup of seasonal foods, cool merchandise, spooky decorations, and the beloved attractions getting a Halloween overlay. Characters like Jack Skellington and his ghostly pup Zero, along with Maleficent and Ursula, bring the magic to life.
Guests flooding the resort in their Halloween outfits wasted no time celebrating the spooky season that takes place in both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park!
This festive atmosphere is here until October 31, blending perfectly with the ongoing 70th anniversary celebrations, making this year’s visit particularly special.
Let’s dive into what you can expect this season!
Halloween 2025 at Disneyland Resort
As soon as you step into Disneyland Park, the fall vibes are all around. Right at the beginning of Main Street U.S.A., you’ll find a giant pumpkin shaped like Mickey Mouse – it’s the ideal spot for family snapshots (Just make sure you queue up to get that perfect pic!).
The festive decorations don’t stop there! Main Street is draped in autumn-colored buntings, and you might catch a barber shop quartet performing some seasonal tunes to amp up the Halloween spirit.
After soaking in Main Street’s ambiance, head over to the Haunted Mansion for the ultimate Halloween kick-off. This ride is inspired by Tim Burton’s classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and it’s packed with all sorts of eerie decor.
Jack Skellington continues to be a highlighted part of your Haunted Mansion experience this Halloween 2025. This year, there’s a magnificent 13-foot gingerbread house situated in the Grand Hall! It takes inspiration from the raven and looks just like a house decked out for the holidays.
A dedicated team of storytellers, bakers, and craftsmen worked together to create this masterpiece.
Pro tip: as you glide past the Grand Hall during the ride, take a moment to breathe in that delicious scent of gingerbread filling the air – it’s heavenly!
The Haunted Mansion gets spookier as it’s adorned with over 400 flickering candles crafting an eerie glow at night, and more than 100 jack-o-lanterns light up the surroundings.
But that’s not it! You’ll also spot man-eating wreaths, adorable vampire teddy bears, and an assortment of animated figures to elevate your spooky experience.
While the Haunted Mansion is an absolute must-see, there’s way more excitement awaiting you!
Adventures in Disney California Adventure Park
Over at Disney California Adventure Park, several rides have donned a Halloween makeover! Join the fun on Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween, the Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree, and for some excitement, Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark!
If you’re visiting with kids, don’t forget to swing by Mickey’s Trick and Treat show located in Hollywood Land. This engaging show features Mickey and friends, combining dancing, storytelling, and treats for trick-or-treaters until October 31!
The park also celebrates Dia de los Muertos with lively activities, including music from the Disney and Pixar favorite, Coco. Don’t miss out on the chance to snap photos with a hand-carved Miguel and enjoy interactive storytelling!
Delicious Seasonal Treats
No trip to Disneyland Resort would be complete without sampling the special Halloween treats! This year, foodies are in for a treat (pun intended) with amazing new dishes to munch on.
Over in Disney California Adventure Park, check out Paradise Garden Grill for mouthwatering Mexican dishes like a new loaded chicken quesadilla – it’s packed with delicious grilled chicken, roasted peppers, and topped with chipotle cream!
Back at Disneyland Park, savory seasonal snacks await! Food players will definitely want to try the new Haunted Heatwave Pizza or, oh-so-good Pumpkin Spiced Breadsticks, dusted with cinnamon sugar and served with caramel cream cheese dip over at Alien Pizza Planet.
Also on the menu are delightful fresh-baked pumpkin cookies from Harbour Galley and an array at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, featuring treats like caramel apple cheesecake or spiced bundt cake.
And at Blue Bayou Restaurant (don’t forget to make reservations!), dive into a unique Doberge Cake featuring layers of pumpkin spice sponge, chocolate whipped ganache, and salted caramel buttercream.
For those seeking vegan delight, you can grab a sweet potato hummus dish at Cafe Orleans or enjoy the butternut squash flatbread at Red Rose Taverne—all bringing the seasonal flavors!
Evening Halloween Spectacular
As the sun sets, get ready for “Halloween Screams,” a not-to-be-missed nighttime event in Disneyland Park! Prepare for a fantastic show kicked off by a larger-than-life Jack Skellington who appears behind Cinderella’s Castle, while his pup Zero magically swirls through the night sky.
The show, filled with spine-tingling music, displays ghostly images across the night canvas, highlighting the troublemaking Maleficent and Ursula. Each performance guarantees to have you on the edge of your seat with fascinating characters and music. And select nights even feature a dazzling firework display!
