Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a beautiful tradition honoring loved ones who have passed. It’s a time for families to gather, share stories and celebrate life with vibrant colors, lively music and delicious food. At the Disneyland Resort, the holiday is brought to life with immersive cultural experiences, incredible entertainment and special seasonal treats. Here’s everything you need to know to celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Disneyland.
FAQs
- When is Dia de los Muertos at Disneyland? Dia de los Muertos runs from Aug. 21 to Nov. 2, 2026, alongside Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort.
- Which parks have Dia de los Muertos celebrations? You can celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, however, there's more to do in Disney California Adventure.
- How can we save on Disneyland tickets? You can save on Disneyland tickets when you purchase multi-day tickets through Undercover Tourist. Visit Disneyland through Sept. 7, 2026, to take advantage of the Kids Summer Ticket offer, with park hopping for as low as $48 per day (ages 3-9). You can also visit on one of the cheapest days to visit in September and on Nov. 2, 2026.
- How is Dia de los Muertos celebrated at Disneyland? Guests can enjoy special decor, entertainment, food and merchandise.
When to Visit
This year's celebration runs from Aug. 21 through Nov. 2, 2026, alongside Disneyland’s Halloween Time festivities. Both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure offer unique ways to enjoy the holiday. Make sure to plan time for each park while celebrating Dia de los Muertos at Disneyland.
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Dia de los Muertos at Disneyland Park
In Frontierland, El Zócalo Park brings a colorful tribute to the traditions of Día de los Muertos to Disneyland. You'll find marigolds, papel picados and beautifully crafted calacas, or skeleton figures (known as catrinas and calacas) and marigolds, surrounding traditional ofrendas.
Meet Miguel dressed in his mariachi best. You might also catch Mirabel or her sisters, Luisa and Isabella. We have plenty of tips on meeting characters in Disneyland you can read through!
Grab a meal at Rancho del Zócalo Restaurante and enjoy hearty Mexican favorites such as tacos, burritos and enchiladas while soaking in the festive atmosphere.
As part of the Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration in 2025, a beautiful "Coco" scene was been added to "it's a small world." Look out for Miguel and his guitar, Dante is his alebrije form and the magical madrigal bridge.
Dia de los Muertos at Disney California Adventure
Disney California Adventure is rich with culture and celebration. Over in Paradise Gardens, Plaza de la Familia offers a fully immersive cultural celebration inspired by "Coco."
Learn about Día de los Muertos, enjoy mariachi music, sample Mexican dishes or catch a showing of brand-new entertainment.
Catch "The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate The Musical World of Coco!" which presents musical moments from the film "Coco," such as "Remember Me," "The World Es Mi Familia," the Mexican folk song "La Llorona" and more. The storytellers teach viewers that the power of familial bonds lives forever in their "proud corazón!"
And between shows, meet Miguel as a hand-animated dimensional figure and snap a photo next to the "Recuérdame" mural. Miguel makes an appearance with his guitar from late morning through evening, depending on the day. Showtimes are in the Disneyland app. This is sure to be a highlight of the Halloween season.
Share your own personal memories by leaving messages for loved ones at the Memory Wall by the Tree of Life. Other fun things to do include trying out the special colorful photo walls and Tree of Life photo locations.
Arts and Crafts: Create your own colorful mask of Dante or Pepita, the alebrijes from "Coco."
Guests can even catch a glimpse of a colorful ofrenda in Cars Land honoring the beloved Doc Hudson.
Dia de los Muertos Foods
The celebration also brings limited-time flavors to Paradise Garden Grill. Highlights include the returning Chilaquiles Carnitas Torta with red chilaquiles, refried beans, avocado spread, queso fresco, pickled red onions and a fried egg served with chips. You can read about all the foods coming to the parks during this time in our Guide to the Ghoulishly Good Disneyland Halloween Time Treats as the season draws near.
Merchandise
Grab the colorful new Coco-inspired merchandise. The hoodie, t-shirt and mug feature vivid colors and motifs from the film.
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