Disneyland Early Entry Changes Now in Effect

Early Entry Shake-Up

For the past few years, guests staying at Disneyland Resort hotels enjoyed the perk of Early Entry to the theme parks. This meant beating the morning crowd by entering either Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure 30 minutes before the official opening. A sweet deal, right? Well, starting January 20th, 2024, things are about to shift.

What’s Changing?

Now, guests with valid park admission and reservations at Disneyland Resort hotels can still enjoy Early Entry, but there’s a twist. Only one park will have Early Entry each day, alternating between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park.

According to Disneyland’s website, “Guests may take advantage of this 30-minute early entry into a designated theme park for every day of their hotel stay.” This change adds a bit more planning to your Disneyland agenda, similar to Disney World’s approach.

Plan Your Day Wisely

For those not staying at Disney-owned properties, consider the Early Entry days and plan accordingly. Spend the first half of your day at the theme park without Early Entry if it applies to you. You can check Early Entry schedules right here at OFT, online or on the Disneyland app.

Attractions and More

Curious about what’s open during Early Entry? Here’s a quick list for both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park:

Disneyland Park Attractions:

• Alice in Wonderland
• Astro Orbitor
• Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
• Disneyland Monorail
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• … and more

Disneyland Park Dining and Shopping:

• Churros near Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
• Esplanade Stroller Shop
• Fantasyland Fruit Cart
• … and more

Disney California Adventure Park Attractions:

• Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission BREAKOUT!
• Incredicoaster
• The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure
• … and more

Disney California Adventure Park Dining and Shopping:

• Cappuccino Cart
• The Collector’s Warehouse
• Esplanade Stroller Shop
• … and more

Stay Tuned for Updates

We’ll keep you in the loop with all the latest Disneyland updates here at OFT. So, stay tuned right here for the inside scoop!

Disneyland Early Entry Tips for 2024

Make the Most of Your Magical Mornings

Dreaming of an even better day at Disneyland? Disneyland Early Entry can make a difference by giving you an extra 30 minutes in the parks before the crowds. Here are some tips and details you need to know:

Admission Details

Starting January 20, 2024, Early Entry will only happen at either Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park each morning. Check the schedule to align your park reservation with the early entry perk.

• Disneyland Park: Saturdays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
• Disney California Adventure Park: Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays

Utilizing Early Entry

• Arrive an hour before the official park opening to fully enjoy Early Entry.
• No specific main gate entrance marked for Early Entry, so plan accordingly.
• Have your hotel room key and reservation on the Disneyland app ready for the Early Entry checkpoint.
• Disneyland morning strategies still work well even after utilizing Early Entry.

Genie+ and Early Entry

While Genie+ reservation times won’t start before the official park opening, start stacking those Lightning Lane reservations as soon as you enter the park!

Tips from Multiple Trips

Learn from experiences of multiple Early Entry visits. Key points include:

• Arrival Time: Aim to arrive an hour before the official park opening.
• Early Entry Checkpoint: No specific main gate entrance, so plan your approach.
• Attraction Availability: Some attractions may open late or intermittently, manage expectations accordingly.
• Morning Strategies: Disneyland and Disney California Adventure morning strategies are still crucial.