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  • On Apr 30, 2026
    Emma from Essex Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi , I’m going to be at Disneyland California on 12th May. Will there be paint the night electrical parade on? Will there be fireworks on?

    Hello there Emma,

    Welcome back to planDisney and thank you so much for your question! I'm thrilled to hear you'll be make a trek across the pond and over the states for a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth - it will be here in just a few short weeks!

    The Daily Events Calendar on the Disneyland Resort website is my go-to hub for all the information about park hours, events and entertainment schedules, and even attractions planned to be down for refurbishment for my upcoming trips. This schedule is available about six weeks out from the current date, which means we can check on May 12th for your visit.

    When I look on that page, I'm seeing that they are currently planning for Paint the Night in Disneyland Park at 8:45 PM and 10:45 PM. I grew up loving the Electrical Light Parade and got to experience this newly reimagined parade with my family on a recent trip and love it. They did such a great job preserving what made the Electrical Light Parade so wonderful while also bringing in even more Disney magic to the experience.

    I'm not seeing that there are fireworks planned for May 12th as of the time I'm answering your question. However, there are numerous projection display shows planned including Wondrous Journeys (projections) on Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, U.S.A., the Rivers of America at 9:35 PM; Tapestry of Happiness on "it's a small world" at 10:00 PM, and 10:30 PM; and Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at 8:45 PM, 9:30 PM, and 10:15 PM.

    You'll be able to find all of this and more in the Disneyland Resort mobile app when you visit as well.

    Thanks again for your question, Emma! I hope you enjoy your trip to the Happiest Place on Earth.

    Have a Magical Day,
    Greg
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Meet the Panelist: Greg, Arizona

Hello there! Greg here from sunny Arizona. I'm a husband, dad to two young kiddos, and an avid fan of all things Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars. I've been visiting the Disneyland Resort since I was 5 and have loved making all new magical memories as a family of 4. I enjoy helping friends get the most out of their trip to the Disneyland Resort, and I am excited to help you plan your most magical vacation ever! Learn More About Greg

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