Hi there, Tressa, and welcome to planDisney! It sounds like you're planning a magical adventure to the Disneyland Resort—get ready for some thrills and unforgettable moments!
You've got a great question about
Disney California Adventure Park's operating hours during special events like
Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite. And I have wonderful news! That particular intergalactic celebration takes place over in
Disneyland Park. This means your day at Disney California Adventure Park will follow its regular, pixie-dusted schedule! You won't have to leave early—you can enjoy all the fun and excitement that California Adventure has to offer. To see the exact hours for your visit (and any important updates), be sure to check the
park schedule page as your trip gets closer.
Now, there's a tiny bit of related information you might find helpful. Since Star Wars Nite starts at 9 PM in Disneyland Park, that park will be closing a little early for the event. Guests with Park Hopper tickets are welcome to hop on over to California Adventure Park after Disneyland Park closes. This can sometimes mean that California Adventure gets a little busier in the evening. But this shouldn't significantly impact your ability to enjoy the park—it's just something to be aware of.
If you're looking for an extra dose of evening magic, you might even consider looking into a
Disneyland After Dark event sometime! While your current plans focus on exploring Disney California Adventure Park, these special after-hours events in Disneyland Park offer a truly unique way to experience the magic. They often feature smaller crowds, which usually means shorter wait times for some of your favorite attractions. Plus, you'll find limited-time entertainment you won't see anywhere else, and even specially themed snacks that are only available during the event! I was lucky enough to attend a Disneyland After Dark event last year, and it was so memorable—I felt like I unlocked a secret Disney level! I just checked, and it looks like there are still some tickets available for the
Star Wars Nite at the time I’m writing this, if that particular theme sparks your interest. But even if not, keep an eye out for future
Disneyland After Dark events—they're always a special treat!
Well, Tressa, I hope this clears things up and gets you even more excited for your Disneyland Resort adventure! It's going to be simply magical! Don't forget to check that
park schedule closer to your trip, and feel free to reach out to us again if anything else comes up—we're always happy to chat all-things-Disney! Have a truly magical time!
Cody