After a video from Disneyland Resort President Thomas Mazloum that teased the upcoming Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites, the specifics for what will be offered for all these events in 2026 have been revealed. These after-hours parties take place on select nights from January to June. They are separately ticketed events that are not included with the price of daily admission to the Disneyland Resort parks. Each of these themes has a special theme with special entertainment, characters, merchandise, photo opportunities, food and beverage offerings, and generally shorter wait times for attractions.
Disneyland After Dark Specifics
Each Disneyland After Dark event officially begins at 9:00 PM and continues to 1:00 AM, after the closure of the park. Attendees can enter the park for a mix-in time that starts at 6:00 PM. Guests who attend Disneyland After Dark will get unlimited digital downloads of Disney PhotoPass photos that are captured during the party. The photos can be accessed by scanning the QR code on your event wristband with the Disneyland app. Each Disneyland After Dark attendee will also receive a commemorative keepsake and event guide map.
2026 Disneyland After Dark Events
There are five Disneyland After Dark events being offered in 2026. Below are the five events, along with the details about each of these events.
Dates and Details for Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite
New for 2026, the “Celebrate Love Cavalcade” will glide down Main Street, U.S.A., in a grand celebration honoring loved ones: best friends, soulmates, and family alike. Look for Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their pals to fill the air with love during this enchanting procession.
Also new for 2026, the romantic “Once Upon a Dream – A Musical Journey Through the Disney Songbook” show is a musical look at love and romance, featuring live singers and a variety of Disney royalty that culminates in a nighttime ball beneath the stars.
Partner up for the new Disney Duets festive karaoke in the beloved Golden Horseshoe in Frontierland with a uniquely Disney twist.
Swing, sway, and twirl to your heart’s content with Donald Duck and Daisy Duck at the Valentine’s Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace.
Scenic photo backdrops throughout the park invite you to “step into the scenes” of fan-favorite films such as Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Aristocats, Tangled, Aladdin, Lady and the Tramp, and more.
Sweethearts’ Nite Specialty Food
As the saying goes, the way to the heart is through the stomach! Fall in love with specially curated sweets and savory treats.
New for 2026 at Galactic Grill is a triple berry slushy with a Mickey-shaped glow cube. Returning favorites include surf n’ turf loaded fries at Red Rose Taverne and a Mickey-shaped strawberry cream puff at Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante.
More specialty menu items will be available at table-service restaurants: Cafe Orleans, River Belle Terrace, and Carnation Café, subject to availability. Reservations are recommended for table-service restaurants and can be booked online closer to the event dates. Keep your eyes on Disneyland.com.
Sweethearts’ Nite Merchandise
The ultimate souvenir is one you can show off, both during the event and after! This year’s collection includes a Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse ear headband, trading pin, T-shirt, zip-up hoodie, and tumbler.
Sweethearts’ Nite Tickets
Magic Key pre-sale: On Tuesday, December 9, 2025 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), Inspire Key holders may purchase from a select number of pre-sale tickets for Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite on Disneyland.com. Then on Wednesday, December 10, (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT) all Magic Key holders will have the opportunity to purchase from a select amount of pre-sale tickets.
General: On Thursday, December 11, 2025 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), tickets will go on sale to the general public. Tickets are limited and subject to availability.***
Dates and Details for Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites
This all-new theme, 70 Years of Favorites, will take you on a sentimental journey commemorating seven decades of unforgettable moments at the beloved theme park. Inspired by the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, it weaves together the best of Disneyland happenings, including nods to favorite musical moments, shows, and characters.
Remembrance of Disneyland moments past will be all around you, as you take a figurative walk down memory lane with these offerings that pay tribute to the park’s history.
70 Years of Favorites 2026 Dates
Tuesday, March 3
Thursday, March 5
70 Years of Favorites Entertainment
Get ready to jitterbug and jive to the sweet beats of swing dancing at Royal Theatre inFantasyland. Once upon a time, all the hepcats gathered here for the swingiest bands around. Now, it’s your chance to light up the dance floor!
Neon nostalgia will return in full force when you put on your boogie shoes at Videopolis Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace. The can’t-miss, ultimate throwback dance party of the ‘80s features a live DJ, nonstop ‘80s tunes, and iconic retro décor.
Kick up your heels for line dancing at The Golden Horseshoe — stepping in time at this fond tribute to “Woody’s Round Up,” the favorite cowboy show which graced the Frontierland stage in the late ‘90s and early 2000s.
Sentimental photo opportunities staged throughout Disneyland park will harken back to past entertainment such as “Mad T Party,” “Main Street Electrical Parade,” and Club Buzz, as well as some favorite attractions. Get ready to strike a pose!
Reminisce with characters from days gone by, as you encounter some of your favorite “Long Lost Friends” from Disney Afternoon, “Mother” and “Father” from Carousel of Progress, Merlin, Flik and Atta, and the Fantasmic! Monkeys.
70 Years of Favorites Food
Enjoy new themed food and beverage with a nod to Disneyland kitchens of yesteryear such as:
Plus, a new specialty item will be available at River Belle Terrace, blackened New York steak and prawns. Reservations are recommended for table-service restaurants and can be booked closer to the event dates. Keep your eyes on Disneyland.com.
70 Years of Favorites Tickets
Magic Key pre-sale: On Tuesday, December 9, 2025 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), Inspire Key holders may purchase from a select number of pre-sale tickets for Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites on Disneyland.com. Then on Wednesday, December 10, (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT) all Magic Key holders will have the opportunity to purchase from a select amount of pre-sale tickets.
General: On Thursday, December 11, 2025 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), tickets will go on sale to the general public. Tickets are limited and subject to availability. ***
Dates and Details for Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite returns, with an engaging blend of entertainment, characters, and music celebrating beloved eras of the iconic TV channel.
Disney Channel Nite 2026 Dates
Sunday, April 12
Tuesday, April 14
Thursday, April 16
On-sale dates and additional details for Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite are forthcoming, so keep your eyes on this Disney Parks Blog in early 2026.
Dates and Details for Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite
Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite returns for epic nights in 2026. Navigate to a distant galaxy with friends, family, and fellow fans to enjoy a thrilling evening with impressive character gatherings, illustrious photo ops, and more.
Star Wars Nite 2026 Dates
Tuesday, April 28
Thursday, April 30
Monday, May 4
Wednesday, May 6
On-sale dates and additional details for Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite are forthcoming, so keep your eyes on this Disney Parks Blog in early 2026.
Dates and Details for Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite
Join together in this celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community, bringing allies and community together for a festive evening featuring rainbow projections, lively décor, dazzling entertainment, and more.
Pride Nite 2026 Dates
Tuesday, June 16
Thursday, June 18
On-sale dates and additional details for Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite are forthcoming, so keep your eyes on this Disney Parks Blog in spring 2026.
Disneyland After Dark Tips
There are few things that can add to the Disneyland After Dark experience. First off, dress to impress! Get into the theme and show off your sense of style that connects with the theme of the Disneyland After Dark event. Make sure to check out the costume guidelines on Disneyland.com before you create your fit for the party. Another way to extend the fun is by staying at a hotel after a late night in the park. This can be done at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort or at a Good Neighbor Hotel. The Disneyland App is also a great tool for getting the most out of a Disneyland After Dark adventure. It is a very good idea to use this for mobile ordering, along with other features like the map, Disney PhotoPass, and entertainment guide.
Will you be attending any or all of these Disneyland After Dark events in 2026? Which one are you most excited about? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
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