
Every year, beginning September 1, the villains take over the parks, the bats find their place in the Carthay Circle belfry, and Halloween Time begins at Disneyland Resort. With temperatures becoming more bearable after the hot summer months, there is no better time to visit The Happiest Place on Earth. In addition to the hundreds of jack-o’-lanterns and spooky Halloween decorations, there is also a ton of great limited-time food to eat, perfect for those who love the sweet and those who love the heat.
Two attractions also get Halloween makeovers! Guests can visit Disneyland Park, where the classic Haunted Mansion attraction has been turned into Haunted Mansion Holiday. Those who head over to Disney California Adventure Park can ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Monsters After Dark. What is particularly fun about Guardians is that, in the morning, Guests can enjoy the normal ride. Then, beginning around 2 p.m., the ride is transformed into Monsters After Dark for the evening.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to make such a spooky transformation? Well, then, we have exciting news for you! Disney has announced that its incredibly popular Happy Haunts Tour will be back this year! The two-hour tour takes Guests around Disneyland Park and gives them a behind-the-scenes look at the Halloween magic, complete with creepy tales. There’s even a photo-op with the hitchhiking ghosts!
Here is more on the Happy Haunts Tour from the Disneyland Resort website:
Let your tour guide lead your intimate group through Disneyland Park, adorned with eerie and delightful Halloween decorations. Hear some frighteningly fun tales as you journey to a shadowy bayou to begin the adventure-filled Pirates of the Caribbean experience.
Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour includes:
- A 2-hour walking tour across Disneyland Park
- A history of Halloween and Halloween tales specific to Disney experiences
- Expedited access to Pirates of the Caribbean
- Enjoy a reserved viewing area for Halloween Screams, a nighttime spectacular
- A photo op with the Hitchhiking Ghosts—Audio-Animatronics from Haunted Mansion
- A Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tour Pin
- A Halloween-themed treat
It is important to note that a valid theme park reservation is required in order to enjoy the tour. Simply booking the tour does not give Guests entry into Disneyland Park. Reservations are not required, but are highly recommended, and payment is required upon booking.
Guests can begin booking this spooktacular tour beginning August 3! Tours will be available for dates ranging from September 1 through October 31.