Disneyland's Happiest Haunts Guided Tour Returns Aug 21 with Lightning Lane Perks

Disneyland Resort is bringing back its popular Happiest Haunts Guided Tour beginning August 21, 2026. The two‑hour nighttime walking tour moves through Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, with a Disney guide sharing the history of Halloween celebrations at the parks.

Tour participants receive several exclusive benefits: Lightning Lane entry to the seasonal Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay, which blends the classic ride with elements from The Nightmare Before Christmas; reserved viewing for the Halloween Screams nighttime spectacular; a themed treat called the Happiest Haunts Dirt Worm Crispie; and a commemorative tour key. These perks help guests avoid the longest standby lines and navigate the typically crowded Halloween evenings more easily.

Reservations open a few weeks before the start date and are limited to guests with a valid park admission and a tour reservation. The offering is marketed as a way to experience the parks’ Halloween decorations and entertainment in a structured, storytelling‑rich format.