The spook‑tacular season is almost here! Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort returns Aug. 22–Oct. 31, 2025, transforming Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, and Downtown Disney into a fall fantasia of pumpkin patches, eerie lighting, and endless fall fun.

Halloween Time Highlights

Devilishly Delightful Decor - Think orange lighting, fall bunting, leaf motifs, and more pumpkins than you can count. Mickey, Minnie and crew don new Halloween‑70th‑celebration‑inspired costumes in purple, green and orange.
Haunted Mansion Holiday - Jack Skellington and his Nightmare Before Christmas gang take over the Haunted Mansion from early September into January. If you’ve experienced HMH before you know its perfect for twilight chills and few extra thrills.
Main Street U.S.A. - Keep an eye out for "Halloween Screams", Disneyland’s villain‑led fireworks spectacular hosted by Jack Skellington, plus ambient projections over Sleeping Beauty Castle at night .
Radiator ‘Screams’ - Venture past the bat infested Bell Tower of Carthay Circle to find the residents of Cars Land all wearing their car-stumes and MORE!

Oogie Boogie Bash: After‑Hours Magic

Disney California Adventure Park once again hosts a separately ticketed after‑hours party, Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. Guests attending the party get a early start on the Halloween fun this year. Oogie Boogie Bash runs on select nights from August  17 thru October 31, 2025—five days before general Halloween Time begins.

What makes this party a standout?

Trick‑or‑treat trails, including the memorable Villains Grove in Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.
“Frightfully Fun Parade”, with reserved viewing upgrade options via the Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party.
Admission includes early entry to DCA up to three hours before party time, plus unlimited PhotoPass downloads from the event.
Tickets went on sale June 26, 2025 for the general public (Magic Key holders had access to limited pre‑sale June 24–25). A few dates were still available for sale as of the date this article was published..

While we don’t attend Oogie Boogie Bash every year, we’ve been to the party several times and are going again this year. Our three kids (14, 11, 8) enjoy the vibes and (mostly) the candy. We’re not usually into character meet-n-greets but the deep cut villain appearances are a highlight for us. If you’ve never seen Ernesto de la Cruz serenade you in person you’re definitely missing out. Overall, OBB It’s a high‑energy, immersive evening where villains reign, candy flows, and the magic is just a little more mischievous. I give it a solid 8/10.

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Foodie Fun for the Fearless

Disney Eats has gone all in with their 2025 Halloween Foodie Guide, spotlighting seasonal eats scattered across Disneyland, California Adventure, the hotels, and Downtown Disney District.

Disneyland Park features treats like Boo-ñuelo (spiced chocolate and cinnamon sugar), poison apple spiced toffee crunch, seasonal marshmallow rolls, and more.
California Adventure – Plaza de la Familia (Aug. 22–Nov. 2) offers Día de los Muertos–inspired entertainment and food themed around Pixar’s Coco, from artful crafts and music to vibrant eats.
You'll find spooky sips like the Oogie Boogie Moon Glow Cube or Kuzco’s poison bottle glow cube in both parks and participating hotels.

This year’s guide teases new indulgences and returning favorites, promising delight for families, foodies, and kids at heart. Special offerings at party nights, like chili-cheese fries at Award Wieners or Tim Burton’s Mayor sipper at DCA mean the dining fun continues long after sunset.

What’s Coming in Deeper Posts

Next time, we’ll plunge into:

A full photo‑tour of villain costumes, Redwood Creek’s Villains Grove and expert tips for villain meet‑and‑greets.
A breakdown of foodie hot spots across the resort, with mobile‑order recommendations and must‑try items.
Strategies for enjoying Oogie Boogie Bash to the fullest: best photo ops, parade viewing tips, dessert party upgrade pros/cons, and early arrival hacks.

Why You Should Plan Now

Halloween Time kicks off August 22, but Oogie Boogie Bash begins August 17 this year—making early planning essential.
Haunted Mansion Holiday and seasonal overlays only begin in early September but extend into January—giving you extra time for spooky cheer.
Foodie events and Plaza de la Familia run into early November and are perfect for those visiting in late summer or after Halloween proper.

In Summary

🕸️ Halloween Time: August 22 thru October 31, 2025, in both Disneyland and California Adventure.
👻 Haunted Mansion Holiday: Nightmarish holiday overlay starting early September.
🎃 Oogie Boogie Bash: August 17 thru October 31, 2025; after‑hours party with treats, parade, photo ops, and early entry.
🍬 Foodie guide & Plaza de la Familia: Resort-wide snacks, glow cubes, Día de los Muertos foods, new spooky sips.

For guests craving festive frights, magical food, family fun, and stylish spooks, Disneyland Resort has your fall covered. Stay tuned as we dig deeper into the attractions, costumes, and snacks that make this the season Disneyland becomes delightfully eerie.

Let me know what area you’d like to focus on next: villains, foods, planning tips, or party strategies?

Alright, that’s it for now. See ya next time!

Sources: Disney Parks Blog and Disneyland Resort event pages via Disney Eats, Foodie Guide, Haunted Mansion Holiday, Oogie Boogie Bash, and official Disneyland.com coverage.

2025 Halloween Time & Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland Resort