Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland

Select Nights August 18 – October 31, 2026

2026 Oogie Boogie Guide & Tips

The Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party is Disneyland Resort’s most popular Halloween event, taking place on select nights at Disney California Adventure. This separately ticketed, after-hours party features trick-or-treat trails, rare Disney villains, exclusive entertainment, and shorter ride wait times—making it a must-do for many fall visitors.

With limited capacity and high demand, tickets often sell out quickly each year, so planning ahead is essential.

Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 Dates – Prices will range from $139 – $199 

Oogie Boogie Bash will take place on select nights from mid-August through October 31, 2026 at Disney California Adventure.

• Typically held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays
• Event hours are usually 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Party ticket includes early park entry (mix-in)

👉 Halloween night and weekends sell out the fastest.

These were the dates that Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash went on sale in 2025.

• Inspire Magic Key holders (limited amount of tickets available for pre-sale) | June 24, 2025
• All Magic Key holders (limited amount of tickets available for pre-sale) | June 25, 2025
• All guests | June 26, 2025

Note: Guests staying at any of the 3 Disneyland Resort hotels “may” be able to purchase tickets to “sold out” Oogie Boogie Bash parties directly from the hotel front desks. Check with your hotel for availability during your trip. Be sure to get your Oogie Boogie Bash tickets early, as tickets often sell out. Purchase of an event admission ticket is required to attend Oogie Boogie Bash and includes complimentary Disney PhotoPass. Separate theme park admission is not required and you can enter Disney California Adventure beginning at 3:00 p.m. Oogie Boogie Bash is a non-smoking event. Smoking will be permitted only in the Esplanade outside the Disneyland Main Entrance. The party goes on rain or shine and there is no refund for inclement weather.

What’s Included at the Oogie Boogie Bash

Your party ticket includes a full evening of exclusive Halloween fun:

• 🍬 Trick-or-treat trails with generous candy stops

• 😈 Rare Disney villain encounters

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• 🌲 Villains Grove immersive experience

• 🎭 Frightfully Fun Parade

• 🎢 Shorter wait times for select attractions

• 🍽️ Exclusive food, drinks, and merchandise

👉 The limited attendance is what makes this event feel special compared to regular park days.

Is Oogie Boogie Bash Worth It?

For many guests, the answer is yes—but it depends on your priorities.

Worth it if you:

• Love Halloween and Disney villains
• Want rare character interactions
• Enjoy exclusive entertainment and low wait times

May not be worth it if you:

• Prefer rides over entertainment
• Don’t want to pay extra for a separate ticket
• Are visiting on a tight budget

👉 The biggest value comes from unique experiences you can’t get during regular park hours

Tips for Oogie Boogie Bash

• Buy tickets early—they sell out every year
• Only purchase tickets directly from Disney or through Disney-authorized vacation planners like The Magic For Less Travel
• Arrive early to maximize mix-in time
• You can locate character opportunities on the Disneyland app or the Oogie Boogie Bash map
• Prioritize Villains Grove and treat trails first
• Wear a costume (yes, adults can dress up!)
• Take advantage of Photopass opportunities (it’s included!)

The Frightfully Fun Parade at the Oogie Boogie Bash

The Frightfully Fun Parade takes to the streets of Disney California Adventure and features a spectacle of spooky spirits, including favorite Disney Characters, Disney Villains and Characters from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, dressed in colorful Halloween costumes, lead the way in this spectacle of spirits. Guests will be able to see Jack Skellington and Sally from “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” It wouldn’t be a Halloween parade without a gathering of ghosts, when the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction comes to “after-life,” with swirling ballroom dancers, ominous gravediggers and a trio of hitchhiking ghosts. The mischievous Disney Villains will appear out of the darkness, ready to stir up some trouble, as a dark and dungeon-like lair appears bringing with it a wicked gathering of villainy like Hades, the Evil Queen, Jafar, Cruella and more! The ever-curious and whimsical Cheshire Cat brings up the tail end of the parade. The Frightfully Fun Parade takes place at 7:50 p.m. and 10:05 p.m.

@themouseforless Enjoy the Frightfully Fun Parade along with us! it was a great Parade with great costumes and fun dancers. our favorites were the grave diggers, followed closely by the Waltz of the undead. which were your favorite? #oogieboogiebash #frightfullyfunparade #2023oogieboogiebash ♬ original sound – Disney * The Mouse For Less

Additional Halloween Activities

Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Transformed

Explore Redwood Creek Challenge Trail as some of your favorite Disney villains transform the forest into an enchanted grove of mystical lights, sights and sounds! Meander through scenes that reveal the bewitching worlds of popular Disney villains—including Dr. Facilier, Frollo, Scar, the Wicked Queen and others. Make your way through the woods’ misty twists, turns and curves to see what moonlit magic awaits for adventurers of all ages! Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll find:

• Frollo’s Sanctuary – Head into an otherworldly cathedral of trees infused with incense smells and chanting voices.
• Maleficent’s Will – Roam through a region replete with eerie ravens, thorn-spiked vines and a seemingly spellbound waterfall of cascading color!
• Queen of Hearts Garden – Wander ‘round a charming garden of roses that paint themselves red right before your eyes!
• Scar’s Elephant Graveyard – Descend into a vast expanse that echoes with hyena laughter!
• Dr. Facilier’s Friends on the Other Side – Summoned by the great beyond, shadowy hands and colorful spells lure Guests deeper into the grove’s darkest corners.
• The Wicked Queen’s Lightning Forest – See the forest come alive as an electrifying storm flashes from branch to branch.
• Home of the Wisps – Watch these winged caretakers guide Guests to safety amid a magical bastion of endless light.
• Dawn – Escape in the nick of time as flickering lanterns lead the way toward a brilliant sunrise and the conclusion of this mythical trip!

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Attractions

Guests have unlimited use of popular attractions, including all the Disney California Adventure Halloween-themed attractions such as Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, Mater’s Junkyard JamBOOree, and Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween during Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort. Most attractions will operate during the party and lines will be shorter than on regular park days.

Dining

Dining is also available at select counter service locations, however, most table service restaurants stop seating guests once the Party begins.

Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party

Experience the Frightfully Fun Parade at Oogie Boogie Bash with preferred seating, while enjoying Halloween-themed desserts and beverages.

The Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party package includes:

• A delicious selection of desserts
• Reserved seating in one of the Frightfully Fun Parade preferred viewing areas
• An alcoholic beverage for adults, ages 21 and older, with a valid form of government identification. For Guests outside of the United States, original passports are the only acceptable form of identification. 
• Unlimited soft drinks and bottled water, plus coffee, tea, hot chocolate and a mocktail

Merchandise

Special Halloween and/or Party exclusive merchandise will be available for purchase.

Trick-or-Treating – Treat Trails

Trick-or-treat bags are provided at the gate as you enter the party or at any of the candy stations; guests may also bring their own. Trick-or-treating locations are marked on the party guide maps. Both children and adults are welcome to participate. Disney gives out a pretty nice selection of candy at the party and there is no shortage – collect as much as you want! If sugary candy is not your thing, there are healthy options available, too, such as gluten- and sugar-free treats. Those with dietary restrictions should ask a cast member what healthy treats are available at each treat station or at the first stop along treat trails. Also, at the Oogie Boogie Bash, with the immersive treat trails, collect goodies along trails featuring eerie music, themed décor and the Villains themselves—including Oogie Boogie and the Mad Hatter. Each trail lures Guests deeper into the immersive worlds of the mischievous Characters everyone loves to fear.  

Costume Guideline

Guests are welcome to wear costumes but they must not obstruct vision or drag on the ground. Costumes with sharp or pointed objects are also prohibited. Costumes should not contain any weapons which resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Those dressed in Disney costumes may not pose for photos or sign character autographs. Lastly, use good judgment when selecting costumes. Disney may ask those with costumes deemed offensive to remove it or exit the park. Guests may only wear costumes to the Disneyland Resort Halloween event to which they have valid tickets. Before deciding on your costume, make sure you check the official Disney costume guidelines.

Oogie Boogie Bash VIP Tour

Experience the ultimate VIP treatment this Halloween season with a VIP Tour that includes both Park Hopper admission and event tickets to Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. Be escorted through both parks by a dedicated VIP Tour Guide who will customize your experience around your group’s priorities and must-do-experiences! Enjoy expedited access to attractions, expedited entry to select treat trails, reserved seating for the Frightfully Fun Parade and more!

Ready to Plan Your Disney Vacation?

The team at The Magic For Less Travel can help you plan the best vacation during Halloweentime at Disneyland.