Hi there Paula!
Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel. Can I just say how thrilled I am that you are so eager to be prepared for your Disneyland Resort vacation? You have definitely come to the right place to get some advice since we are Disney vacation planning pros!
The information you are looking for to familiarize yourself with the Disneyland Resort can be found online as well as in the
Disneyland app. I would advise downloading the official Disneyland mobile app right now to have the entire Resort at your fingertips. You can view interactive park maps, see locations of attractions, reserve dining, and locate Characters greetings. Online I recommend visiting the
Daily Events Schedule which is updated six weeks in advance showing the times of entertainment performances like musical acts, parades, nighttime spectaculars, and fireworks as well as park hours. If you would like a park map to hold in your hand, you can find
the most current park maps online and print them at home.
Keep in mind that you can start to
book dining reservations at the Disneyland Resort up to 60 days in advance for Table Service locations. This includes experiences like
Character Dining as well as Dining Packages that include reserved entertainment viewing.
As you plan your magical vacation, feel free to return if you have any other questions. I'd love to add a little pixie dust to your trip. Have a Fantasmic day!
-Jennifer