Opening Hours: 9:30 am to 11 pm
Best Ticket: Disneyland Paris 1-day ticket
Best Event: Halloween Festival, Enchanted Christmas
Location: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studio Park
Buy Tickets NowMagic and imagination come to life at Disneyland Paris through special and seasonal events! In addition to the numerous rides, attractions, and performances, the theme park occasionally holds year-round events to keep the magic alive. You can celebrate the holiday seasons like Halloween and Christmas by dancing the night away to live music. This article shows the ongoing themed events, such as the Disney Symphony of Colours, and more bursting with vibrant experiences.
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Here’s a list of some of the most interesting Disneyland Paris events, parties, and special services:
Disney Enchanted Christmas

The Christmas Events transport you to a winter paradise, where a giant Christmas tree on Main Street, USA, is decorated with thousands of lights and ornaments, making it a popular photo location. The Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade includes Disney characters dressed in their holiday finest, festive floats and music. Many of your favorite Disney characters will be available for meet-and-greets, all dressed in their Christmas finest. You may also meet Santa Claus.
The Disney Dreams® of Christmas performance is a spectacular display of lights, projections, and fireworks that portrays the tale of Christmas. The entire park is adorned for Christmas, with lights, garlands, and wreaths everywhere you look. In the Christmas market, you can indulge in many delectable Christmas delicacies, such as winter velouté, stuffed poultry with chestnuts and cranberries, ho-ho-hot chocolate, and more. Along the way, you will discover decorated souvenirs and surprise gifts scattered throughout the park.
Dates: From November to January
Appropriate Ages: Open to all
Highlights: Christmas Parade and Meet and Greet
Disney Halloween Festival

The Disney Halloween Festival converts the park into a spooky wonderland, with decorations like gigantic pumpkins and frightening cobwebs. You can encounter special events like Mickey’s Halloween Cavalcade and character meet-and-greets with Disney villains such as Maleficent and Cruella de Vil. The park also hosts several spectacular Halloween shows and parades while also offering unique Halloween-themed goodies, like pumpkin spice Mickey waffles and frightening cupcakes.
Dates: From October to November
Appropriate Ages: Open to all
Highlights: Mystery Villain
Halloween Costume Party
For the Halloween celebration, the park changes into a thrilling paradise. To enter the party, you should dress up in your favorite costume. You should avoid costumes, accessories, and make-up that are shocking or inappropriate for kids and their families. You can see creepy entertainment, snacks, and a haunting atmosphere. It’s a magical event for all ages!
Date: October 31, 2024
Appropriate Ages: Open to all
Disney New Year’s Eve
Enjoy a New Year’s Eve party at the world’s most exciting and excellent location. Attend special shows, character appearances, and a magical New Year’s Eve countdown that ends with a breathtaking fireworks display. Additionally, you get access to a few attractions well into the night.
Valid Dates: December 31 to 1 am on January 1
Age Requirements: Open to all
Highlights: Fireworks
Disney Symphony of Colours
The Disney Symphony of Colours is a brilliant festival that will run at Disneyland Paris through 2024, adding a splash of magic to the park. It offers three separate experiences:
Disney Electrical Sky Parade

The Disney Electrical Sky Parade is a beautiful nightly extravaganza that features a coordinated drone display. You can see hundreds of drones constructing classic Disney figures and scenery over the Sleeping Beauty Castle!
Operating Period: Until 30 September, 2024
A Million Splashes of Color

This upbeat afternoon show stars Disney and Pixar Animation Studios’ popular characters. You can sing along to Disney songs and dance along with Disney characters.
Operating Period: Until 30 September, 2024
Blooming in Colors: A Journey into Fairy Worlds
Main Street, U.S.A. is turned into a beautiful wonderland with bright decorations inspired by Disney fairy tales for this event. Tinkerbell and Periwinkle go around, spreading fairy dust that makes everyone feel special.
Operating Period: Until 12 May, 2024
Celebrate Engagement Parties, Weddings and Vow Renewals

Make your love story a fairy tale at Disneyland Paris! You can celebrate your wedding day, renew your vows, and even propose to your loved one with help from your beloved characters to create priceless memories. Pick from magical locations like Disney’s Newport Bay Club or Sleeping Beauty Castle. Your big day will be a fairy tale come true with personalized packages, first-rate service, and the wonderful atmosphere of Disney.
Highlights: Disney Fairy Tale Carriage
Special Day Collections: Disney Hotels
Romance Collection: Disney parks
Which event is perfect for you?
Disneyland Paris Event | Ideal for? |
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Christmas Festival | Families and kids |
Halloween Festival | Families and kids with parental guidance |
Halloween Costume Party | Adults and teens |
New Year Eve | Adults and couples |
Disney Symphony of Colours | All visitors |
Celebrate Engagement Parties, Weddings and Vow Renewals | Adults |
FAQs on Disneyland Paris Events
Are there fireworks shows during events?
Yes, fireworks displays are frequently a part of special events like New Year’s Eve, Christmas and Halloween Festivals at Disneyland Paris.
Can I attend events even if I’m not staying at a Disneyland Paris hotel?
Yes, you can attend events at Disneyland Paris even if you are not a hotel guest and have valid park admission tickets.Â
Do I need to purchase separate tickets for events?
No, Disneyland Paris doesn’t have separate tickets for events like New Year’s Eve, Christmas and Halloween. You can attend all the festival events with your entry tickets.
Are there any unique dining options or packages available during events?
Yes, during special events like Christmas and Halloween Festivals, Disneyland Paris offers extraordinary themed menus, character dining, and packages.
Can I celebrate my birthday at Disneyland Paris during an event?
Yes, you can celebrate your birthday at Disneyland Paris, even during the events, by requesting a free birthday badge at City Hall for special recognition and to get greetings from festive Disney characters.
What are special Disneyland Paris 2024 events?
Apart from usual Disney Halloween and Christmas events, Disney Symphony of Colours is a special event that starts on New Year’s Eve of 2024 and ends on September 30, 2024.
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