Disneyland Resort Moves 2026 Holiday Season Start to Nov 13

Disneyland Resort announced that its 2026 holiday celebration will now begin on November 13, 2026, instead of the previously stated November 18. The season will run through January 6, 2027, giving guests five additional days of festive programming.

The earlier start shortens the gap between the end of the Halloween season and the holiday festivities to less than two weeks and aligns Disneyland’s schedule with Walt Disney World, which also celebrates the holidays from November 13 to January 6. Attractions such as the A Christmas Fantasy Parade, the "Believe…In Holiday Magic" fireworks, and seasonal overlays on rides like "it’s a small world" and Haunted Mansion will return for the season.