Disneyland After Dark is a special series of events hosted at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim. These events are closed to the general public and include after hours park access, themed entertainment, characters, attractions, and other special activities packed full of Disney magic.
Disneyland After Dark Events are held only on select dates and a ticket is required for entry to the event. Each after dark event is four hours long, with activities that are only available at these special experiences. Each after dark ticket also includes early park access so you can enjoy the park before your special event. Disneyland After Dark Events are open to guests of all ages unless otherwise noted.
Disneyland After Dark Events
Address: Disneyland Resort, 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
Hours: 9PM to 1AM
Early Park Access: Park entry at 6PM, no reservation required for After Dark ticketholders
Disneyland After Dark themed events include:
Sweethearts’ Nite
A Valentine themed event
Scheduled for 2026: January 22, 25, and 27 & February 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, and 17
- Music
- Special character meet-and-greets
- Photo-ops
- Themed dance parties
- Reserved dining options
- Romantic projection effects on Sleeping Beauty Castle and Main Street
70 Years of Favorites
A throwback to Disneyland fan favorites from the last 70 years
Scheduled for 2026: March 3 & 5
- Nostalgic entertainment
- Favorite food and drinks
- Iconic characters
- Entertainment
- Inspired by 7 decades of Disney magic
Disney Channel Nite
Celebrates iconic Disney TV shows and films across various eras
Scheduled for 2026: April 12, 14, & 16
- Music
- Special character meet-and-greets
- Photo-ops
Star Wars Nite: The Ultimate Star Wars Extravaganza!
An out of this world Star Wars Party!
Scheduled for 2026: April 28 & 30 and May 4 & 6
- Fireworks show with music from the Star Wars films
- Star Wars characters on site
- Galactic Dance party
- Open attractions include Star Tours, Millennium Falcon, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
- Food and drinks will include out of this galaxy goodies
Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite
Celebrating diversity, Disney style!
Scheduled for 2026: June 16 & 18
- Early admission and after hours park acccess
- DJ and Dance Party
- Pride Parade
- Character experiences
- Photo Ops
- Themed food and dining packages
Throwback Nite
Guests experience Disney’s classic past as they step back into the 1950s and 1960s.
Not scheduled for 2026
- Includes vintage music and dancing
- Fireworks show
- Classic park characters
- Classic park attractions open include Peter Pan’s Flight, Pirates of the Caribbean, Jungle Cruise, and more
- Food and drinks that were popular during early park days will be available for purchase
After Dark Entertainment
- Events include fireworks, a parade, or a live show
- Special themed backgrounds will be available for photo opps
- Character experiences and Disney friends will be on scene
- Park will feature special themed décor and enhancements
- Themed attire is encouraged
- Live performances and themed music
- Dance Parties
- Select attractions will be running based on the nights theme
- Commemorative keepsakes like credentials, guide maps, and Disney PhotoPass Downloads
- Themed merchandise available to purchase during the event
- Specially curated and prepared food and drinks available to match the nights theme
- See the Disneyland Resort costume guidelines
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