Oogie Boogie Bash; DCA; entrance
  • On Aug 11, 2025
    Pamela from NV Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hello, first time attending oogie boogie bash! I wanted to eat in DCA before the event begins. Is it ok to make a reservation at Lamplight Lounge at 3 pm even though that’s when they let us in? Whats the latest I can show up for a reservation? Thanks!

    What's this? What's this? It's your first time creeping into Oogie Boogie Bash?! You're going to have such a ghoulishly good time, Pamela!

    Welcome to planDisney and thank you for your question. I love that you're thinking about making a reservation at Lamplight Lounge! It's one of my very favorite dining locations in California Adventure! Great choice. You'll also get fueled up for your busy night ahead! If you have dreams of sitting outside with waterfront views, Pamela, make sure to request a table outside when you check in for your reservation. No guarantees, but worth an ask!

    Although Guests with a ticket to Oogie Boogie Bash are allowed into California Adventure Park at 3pm for their mix-in time before the party, I would recommend making a Lamplight Lounge dining reservation for 3:15pm to give yourself time to scan into the park, pick up your event goodies, and make your way over to Pixar Pier. This way you won't feel rushed. However, in my experience, there is about a 15-minute grace period following your reservation time. Hope that's helpful for your planning, Pamela!

    If you want to be near the front of the pack and one of the first Guests to enter into the park for the Oogie Boogie Bash mix-in time, I suggest arriving around 2:30pm to line up. 

    For more spooktacular Oogie Boogie Bash tips and recommendations, Pamela, (like how you might want to bring your own bag to fill with treats as you'll likely get so much!) feel free to reach out to us again, or you can also visit the Disney Parks Blog for more details.

    I'm so excited for you! Have so much fun!

    McCayla
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Hello from the Pacific Northwest! I'm McCayla, a wife and mom dreaming of adventure in the great wide somewhere, yet also completely content watching Toy Story from the couch. My love of Disneyland began as a little girl on Peter Pan's Flight and only grows with each visit. But even when I'm not physically at the Happiest Place on Earth, I truly feel that same joy when I can help others (YOU!) experience the magic of Disneyland Resort too.

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