Hi Zoe,
Thanks for visiting planDisney! I'm so happy to hear that you're planning to attend
Oogie Boogie Bash this year—you’re in for a spook-tacular time! I went a couple of years ago and had an absolute blast. It’s such a fun and unique way to celebrate Halloween at the Disneyland Resort.
I loved spotting rare characters like Sid and Hades. In the past, Minnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle dressed as the Sanderson Sisters—they were such a hit! I can't wait to see which villains make the lineup this year. When you arrive at the event, you’ll receive a party guide map that outlines all the treat trails (many of which feature villains), entertainment offerings, and special treats available exclusively during the party.
As you mentioned, Ernesto de la Cruz has become a fan-favorite character at Oogie Boogie Bash in recent years. From my experience, many characters are stationed along themed trails where guests can interact with them briefly as they pass by. While hugging Mr. De la Cruz may not be an option, you’ll still have the chance to share a fun moment—perhaps even sing a line or two from "Remember Me?" for a truly magical interaction!
While tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash aren’t on sale just yet, we’re all eagerly awaiting the official announcement. In fact, the Disney Parks Instagram account just
teased Jack Skellington’s updated costume today, so hopefully that means the ticket sale announcement is just around the corner! I recommend keeping a close eye on the
Disney Parks Blog and following
@DisneyParksBlog on Instagram for all the latest updates.
I hope this helps with your planning, Zoe! If you have any more questions or need additional tips, don’t hesitate to reach out to me or any of my fellow planDisney panelists. We’re always here to sprinkle a little extra pixie dust on your Disney adventures.
Have a spook-tacular time!
– Melinda