Hiya Heather! Thanks for stopping by planDisney with your great question.
One of the best perks of staying at
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel is the direct entrance into Disney's California Adventure Park. It makes
Early Entry for resort hotel guests that much more convenient! As you mentioned, this entrance is currently under renovation, with a tentative reopening in mid-May 2025 (though this is subject to change). Currently, both Pixar Place Hotel and Grand Californian Hotel guests are welcome to use the Pixar Place guest entrance, which leads you into
California Adventure Park near Seaside Souvenirs and
Goofy's Sky School. This entrance has expanded hours to accommodate more hotel guests. I encourage you to ask the hotel's front desk about these hours when you check in for your stay.
Heather, you'll be visiting during the
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, which is going on now until April 21. Be sure to catch all of the entertainment, including
culinary demonstrations and the
Cookin' with the Jammin' Chefs featuring some beloved Disney pals. I also recommend checking out Soarin' Over California during its limited-time return!
I hope this information helps, Heather. Please
visit us again if you have any other questions before your trip. We'd be happy to help!
See ya real soon,
Melissa