Guide to Oogie Boogie Bash 2025

Oogie Boogie Bash Guide

Step into the spellbinding world of Disney California Adventure this Halloween season, where frightfully fun festivities await at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party 2025. This separately ticketed event transforms the park into a villain-filled wonderland, complete with immersive treat trails, dazzling entertainment, rare character sightings, and a delightfully spooky atmosphere you can only experience once the sun goes down. Whether you’re a die-hard Disney fan, a Halloween enthusiast, or just looking for a wickedly good time, Oogie Boogie Bash offers the perfect mix of chills, thrills, and unforgettable Disney magic. Below is a full guide to Disneyland Resort’s Halloween party to ensure you don’t miss a minute of the fun!

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Guide to Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park

Oogie Boogie Bash General Info

Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party is a special ticketed nighttime event that takes place on select evenings during August, September, and October. The party runs from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM and ticket holders will be admitted to Disney California Adventure park as early as 3:00 PM on the valid date of their ticket. These date-specific event tickets do not require an additional day theme park ticket or theme park reservation.

Pro Tip: Take advantage of the extra time in the park to have dinner before the party starts. There will be lots to do once the party officially kicks off at 6 PM and taking time out for dinner may not be the best use of your time!

Ticket pricing varies based on the night you attend and can be viewed below. Please note that some nights have already sold out. To inquire about tickets, reach out to a KMV Travel Advisor here.

Please note that tickets must be purchased online and will not be available at Disney California Adventure Park on event days.

  • August 17- $139
  • August 19 – $139
  • August 21 – $154
  • August 24 – $154
  • August 26 – $139
  • August 28 – $154
  • August 31 – $154
  • September 2 – $139
  • September 9 – $139
  • September 11 – $154
  • September 14 – $169
  • September 16 – $139
  • September 18 – $154
  • September 21 – $169
  • September 23 – $154
  • September 25 – $169
  • September 28 – $169
  • September 30 – $154
  • October 2 – $169
  • October 5 – $179
  • October 7 – $169
  • October 9 – $179
  • October 12 – $179
  • October 14 – $169
  • October 16 – $179
  • October 19 – $179
  • October 21 – $169
  • October 23 – $179
  • October 26 – $189
  • October 28 – $189
  • October 31 – $199
Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Dates

Dressing Up

It wouldn’t be a Halloween party without costumes! Guests are welcome to wear costumes, but Disney does have specific guidelines to ensure safety.

For Guests 13 and under:

Costumes and some masks may be worn, as long the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible.

Guide to Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park
Credit: Disney

For Guests 14 Years of Age or Older:

Costumes may be worn according to these guidelines. Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from Disney parks, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards:

  • Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist.
  • Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable.
  • Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic Lightsabers, toy swords and tutus.
  • Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.
  • Masks of any kind may not be worn, except for medical purposes.

Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from, the event, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards. While we encourage creativity, we also value safety and good judgment. The above costume guidelines apply throughout the duration of Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party and/or other costumed events. Please note: all rules, regulations and guidelines are subject to change without notice.

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Guests enjoying the Frightfully Fun Parade at Oogie Boogie Bash, surrounded by Halloween-themed decorations and illuminated trees.
Credit: Disney

Party Entertainment

Throughout the party, you will get to experience party-exclusive entertainment including a fan-favorite parade.

Frightfully Fun Parade

  • Time: 7:45 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Parade Route: Paradise Gardens Park to Hollywood Blvd
    • NOTE: The Headless Horseman will ride the parade route 10 minutes before the start of the parade

We recommend getting a spot at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the parade to ensure good viewing and watching the second parade for lower crowd levels.

If you want to upgrade your viewing experience, consider booking the Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party. The dessert party includes:

  • A delicious selection of desserts
  • Reserved seating in one of the Frightfully Fun Parade preferred viewing areas
  • An alcoholic beverage for adults, ages 21 and older, with a valid form of government identification.
  • Unlimited soft drinks and bottled water, plus coffee, tea, hot chocolate and a mocktail

Advanced reservations are highly recommended and can be made through your Disneyland app beginning 60 days prior to your requested reservation.

The Carthay Circle building at Disney California Adventure
Credit: Disney

Villains Grove

  • Explore bewitching worlds created by some of your favorite villains in Redwood Creek Challenge Trail
  • Time: Dusk to closing
    • Frollo’s Sanctuary: Explore an otherworldly cathedral of trees infused with incense and chanting voices.
    • Maleficent’s Will: Roam through a region filled with ravens, vines, and spellbound waterfalls.
    • Queen of Hearts Garden: Wander through a garden of roses that paint themselves red.
    • Scar’s Elephant Graveyard: Explore a vast expanse with echoing hyena laughter.
    • Dr. Facilier’s Friends on the Other Side: Be lured into the grove’s deepest corners by shadowy hands and colorful spells.
    • The Wicked Queen’s Lightning Forest: Watch as an electrifying storm hits the forest.
    • Home of the Wisps: Be guided to safety by winged caretakers
    • Dawn – Head towards the flickering lanterns to escape in the nick of time.

Trick-or-Treat Trails

The highlight of Oogie Boogie Bash is always the highly immersive Treat Trails. These trick-or-treat locations are more than just about getting candy, they’re filled with Halloween-inspired music, spooky decor, and most even have a famous Disney villain waiting to greet you! Below is the list of 2024 Treat Trails and the villains that were present:

  • Disney Jr. Theater: Dr. Doofenschmirtz from Phineas and Ferb
  • Hollywood Land: Hades from Hercules
  • Hollywood Land: Judge Doom from Who Framed Roger Rabbit
  • San Fransokyo Square: Yokai from Big Hero 6
  • Animation Building: Oogie Boogie from Nightmare Before Christmas
  • Hyperion Theatre Courtyard: Ernesto de la Cruz from Coco
  • Next to Carthay Circle: Madam Mim from Sword and the Stone
  • Avengers Campus: Agatha Harkness from WandaVision
  • Grizzly Peak: Maleficent
  • Pixar Pier: Syndrome from The Incredibles
  • San Fransokyo: Yokai
  • Cars Land
  • Buena Vista Street
  • Paradise Gardens Park

Allergy Friendly Trick of Treating

If you have food allergies be sure to let the Cast Member handling the treats at each trail. They can assist you with getting allergy friendly options.

Guide to Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park

Character Meet & Greets

Select characters are out during the party to greet guests throughout the park. Lines do get long, so we recommend prioritizing your “must meet” characters and considering going to the second parade so you can take advantage of lower wait times during the first parade, which draws more guests.

  • Meg, Pain and Panic: Grizzly Peak
  • Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarabelle as the Sanderson Sisters: Paradise Bay
  • Queen of Hearts, Cheshire Cat, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, Hans: Carthay Circle Fountain
  • Marvel Superheros: Avengers Campus
  • Friends from KINGDOM HEARTS: World of Color viewing area
  • Mr. and Mrs. Incredibles, Edna Mode, Frozone, Woody, Bo Peep, Ian Lightfoot, Barley Lightfoot: Pixar Pier
  • Residents of Radiator Springs: Cars Land Cars Land
Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland Resort
Credit: Disney

Attractions

All attractions are open during Oogie Boogie Bash and wait times are historically shorter, as guests prioritize entertainment and Treat Trails. Select attractions offer special Halloween-themed storylines every day during Halloween season after 3 PM, including nights when Oogie Boogie Bash is held.

  • Animation Academy
  • Guardians of the Galaxy — Monsters After Dark (opens at 3 p.m. daily)*
  • Monster’s Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue
  • Radiator Springs Racers
  • Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween
  • Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree
  • Mickey’s PhilharMagic (closes 5 to 6 p.m.; reopens 6 to 10 p.m.)
  • Incredicoaster
  • Jessie’s Critter Carousel
  • Pixar Pal-A-Round
  • Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind
  • Toy Story Midway Mania!
  • Silly Symphony Swings
  • Jumpin’ Jellyfish
  • Goofy’s Sky School
  • Golden Zephyr
  • The Little Mermaid
  • Grizzly River Run (open until 8 p.m.)
  • Redwood Creek Challenge Trail (closes at 4:30 p.m. and reopens at dusk as the Villains Grove)
  • Soarin’ Around the World
  • WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure

*Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission Breakout! closes daily at 2 p.m., then reopens by 3 p.m. for Monsters After Dark.

Guardians of the Galaxy attraction at Disney California Adventure Park during Oogie Boogie Bash
Credit: Disney

Dining Options

If you need to grab something quick to eat during the party, the following locations will be open during the party. Many of the locations will offer special party-exclusive items.

To prepare for your visit, be sure to check out the 2025 Oogie Boogie Bash Foodie Guide.

  • Smokejumpers Grill: Closes at 9:00 PM
  • Fiddler, Fifer & Practical
  • Angry Dogs
  • Award Wieners: Closes at 9:30 PM
  • Corn Dog Castle
  • Cocina Cucamonga: Closes at 10:00 PM
  • Cozy Cone Motel
  • Aunt Cass Café: Closes at 9:00 PM
  • Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería: Closes at 10:00 PM
  • Lucky Fortune Cookery: Closes at 9:00 PM
  • Studio Catering Co.: Closes at 10:00 PM
  • Hollywood Lounge
  • Wine Country Trattoria*
    • Dinner is available from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM and you can upgrade to parade dining package
  • Paradise Garden Grill: Closes at 8:00 PM
  • Pym Test Kitchen: Closes at 10:00 PM
  • Lamplight Lounge*: Closes at 8:30 PM

*Table Service, advanced reservations recommended

Specialty food offerings for Oogie Boogie Bash
Credit: Disney

Tips for Oogie Boogie Bash

  • Arrive Early: Even though the party starts in the evening, your ticket grants access to Disney California Adventure Park up to 3 hours before the event begins. Use that time to ride popular attractions, eat dinner, and get settled.
  • Prioritize the Treat Trails: These aren’t just for candy! Most feature a villain interaction, like Oogie Boogie, Sid, or Agatha Harkness.
  • See the Second Frightfully Fun Parade: Find a spot early, especially if you want a good view near the Headless Horseman’s ride down Buena Vista Street.
  • Check Out Villains Grove Later: This immersive walk-through trail in Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is not scary but visually stunning, featuring eerie lighting, music, and effects, and best enjoyed after dark.
  • Use the Event Guide & App: Pick up an event guide or use the Disneyland app for maps, showtimes, and treat trail locations. Set reminders so you don’t miss anything.
  • Don’t Waste Time on Regular Rides: Focus on the exclusive entertainment, characters, and experiences you can only get during Oogie Boogie Bash.
  • Grab Exclusive Merch Early: Party-exclusive merchandise and snacks can sell out quickly, so shop early if there’s something specific you’re hoping to snag.
  • Capture the Memories: PhotoPass downloads are included with your event ticket so take full advantage and get pics with themed backdrops and characters throughout the night!
  • Stay Until the End: Crowds thin out in the final hour making it the perfect time to revisit favorite trails or grab last-minute photos and treats.

If you haven’t already booked your visit for this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party, be sure to reach out to start planning with our complimentary assistance. Happy Halloween!

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