As frequent visitors to the parks, we often get asked when is the best time to visit Disneyland Paris. Our first thought is every single day but, of course, each month of the year brings a different experience at Disneyland Paris!
When choosing the best time to visit, there are lots of things to consider. The weather, seasonal celebrations, school holidays, park opening hours, attraction closures and the things you most want to see and do can all make a difference.
All in all, 2027 is going to be a fantastic time to visit! There’s a new Up attraction opening in Disney Adventure World, Alice & the Queen of Hearts will return in spring and Disneyland Paris celebrates its 35th birthday in April.
We’ve covered all of this below, together with our 5 favourite times to visit Disneyland Paris and a month-by-month guide to 2027.
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Our 5 Best Times to Visit Disneyland Paris
I’ll do a month-by-month run-through in a moment but, first, I wanted to share some of our favourite times to visit Disneyland Paris.
1 | Avoid the Crowds – Mid-January to Early February
If lower crowds and shorter wait times are important to you then mid-January through to the first few days of February is one of our favourite times to visit Disneyland Paris.
Disney Enchanted Christmas continues until 6 January 2027, but once the Christmas and New Year celebrations finish and schools return, the parks usually feel noticeably quieter.
We’ve visited at the end of January and had a wonderful time. Our hotel and ticket package was fantastic value and, although it was cold, the sun was shining and the kids were perfectly happy in warm coats, hats and thermal layers.
Best time to visit Disneyland Paris tip: if rides are your priority and you don’t mind wrapping up against the cold, mid-January to early February is one of the best times of the year to visit.
2 | Disney Halloween Festival
Halloween is one of our absolute favourite times to visit Disneyland Paris.
Disneyland Park looks fantastic covered in pumpkins, ghosts and autumn decorations and the Disney Villains get their chance to take centre stage.
We’ve visited during Halloween many times and I love how different the park feels. There are Halloween costumes, seasonal entertainment, special character appearances and themed food and the atmosphere is fantastic.
The 2027 Disney Halloween Festival dates haven’t yet been announced. In 2026, the season ran from 26 September to 1 November, so we will update this guide when the 2027 dates are confirmed.
3 | Disney Enchanted Christmas
Christmas is another of our favourite times to visit Disneyland Paris.
Main Street U.S.A. looks beautiful with its Christmas decorations, the huge tree in Town Square is spectacular and Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade is one of our favourite Disneyland Paris parades.
We’ve spent both Christmas and New Year at Disneyland Paris and it really is a magical time to be in the parks.
Christmas celebrations now extend into World of Frozen as well, with Arendelle decorated for the festive season and special Christmas entertainment featuring Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Kristoff.
The current Disney Enchanted Christmas season runs until 6 January 2027. The Christmas 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet, but the season traditionally begins during November.
4 | World Princess Week
If you have a Princess fan in the family, World Princess Week is definitely a date to watch.
We’ve visited Disneyland Paris during Princess Week and loved it. The event usually brings additional Princess appearances, entertainment, themed food and other little extras that you won’t necessarily see during a normal visit.
In 2026, World Princess Week ran from 15 to 23 August. Disney hasn’t announced World Princess Week 2027 yet, so I wouldn’t book a trip specifically for it until the dates are confirmed.
There is still plenty for Princess fans outside Princess Week. The Disney Princess Cavalcade takes place throughout the year at Disney Adventure World, with Rapunzel, Moana, Raya and Tiana.
5 | Summer Holidays – July and August
With school-age kids, we spend lots of time in Disneyland Paris during July and August and we absolutely love summer in the parks.
The combination of warmer weather, long days, late evenings and packed entertainment schedules makes Disneyland Paris feel completely different in summer.
Summer 2027 is particularly interesting because Crush’s Coaster is due to reopen after an approximately 10-month refurbishment.
Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings, a new family attraction inspired by Pixar’s Up, is also opening at Disney Adventure World sometime during 2027. Disney hasn’t announced the exact opening date yet.
Depending on when it opens, summer could be one of the first opportunities to experience almost everything currently planned for Disney Adventure World in one trip.
3 Things to Consider When Choosing When to Visit Disneyland Paris
There’s no single perfect time to visit Disneyland Paris. A lot depends on what you want from your trip.
These are the three things we consider most when choosing our dates.
1 | Book Early
One of our biggest Disneyland Paris tips is still to BOOK EARLY! Package bookings are now open for arrivals all the way to March 2028.
Disneyland Paris hotel and ticket package prices vary depending on the dates and availability. We’ve typically paid more for last-minute off-peak reservations than we’ve paid for popular dates booked well in advance.
We always check the Disneyland Paris price calendar and compare a few different arrival dates before choosing our trip. Even moving your stay by a day or two can sometimes make a surprising difference to the price.
2 | Decide What You Most Want to Experience
Do you want to see the Halloween decorations? Is Christmas at Disneyland Paris something you’ve always wanted to experience?
Do your kids love Princesses? Do you want warm weather and long summer evenings? Is Frozen Ever After an absolute must-do?
Or are rides your priority and you’d happily wear three layers in January in exchange for shorter waits?
The answer can completely change which month is best for you.
3 | Check School Holidays and Attraction Closures
We always check both UK and French school holidays when we’re planning.
France has three school zones for its winter and spring holidays. Paris is in Zone C, but guests visit Disneyland Paris from all over France so it’s worth looking at all three.
The French winter holiday period stretches from early February into early March in 2027 and the spring holiday period runs across much of April and into early May.
I also recommend checking scheduled attraction closures before you book.
Disneyland Paris is open every day of the year, so attractions periodically need to close for maintenance and refurbishment. Disneyland Paris typically announce these closures two months in advance. We always check the official refurbishment calendar before a trip.
Occasionally, major closures are announced much further in advance: Frozen Ever After is already scheduled to close from 13 to 24 September 2027, giving Frozen fans plenty of time to plan around those dates.
Best Time to Visit Disneyland Paris 2027: A Month by Month Guide
If you’re trying to decide when to visit Disneyland Paris in 2027, here’s what each month has to offer.
January
Weather: cold and/or wet
The first few days of January are still part of Disney Enchanted Christmas, which continues until 6 January 2027. If you want to squeeze in one final dose of Christmas, early January gives you the Christmas tree, festive decorations, Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade and the Christmas celebrations in World of Frozen.
After the Christmas season finishes, Disneyland Paris changes gear quite quickly.
Mid to late January is one of our favourite times to visit for lower crowds and shorter attraction waits.
It’s cold and the days are short but, with the right clothes, we’ve had some fantastic January trips.
February
Weather: cold and/or wet
The first few days of February are similar to late January and can be a great choice if you’re looking for lower crowds.
French winter school holidays begin in early February and continue across the different school zones into early March. UK schools also generally have their February half-term during this period.
There isn’t usually a major seasonal Disneyland Paris celebration in February, so I’d choose this month if your priority is simply enjoying the parks and attractions rather than visiting for a particular event.
Disney Sequoia Lodge is one to watch if you’re considering a Disney hotel stay in February. The first newly refurbished rooms are due to become available during the first quarter of 2027, with Bambi, Pocahontas and Brave themed rooms in the hotel’s five external lodges.
March
Weather: starting to warm up but still chilly
March is an underrated time to visit Disneyland Paris. The days are getting longer, spring is starting to arrive and you’re beginning to leave the coldest winter weather behind.
French winter school holidays finish in early March, making the middle of the month particularly appealing. We’ve had some amazing visits around St Patrick’s Day, which is a public holiday at home for us.
Easter is early in 2027, with Easter weekend falling at the end of March.
There is also something extra to look forward to in spring 2027. Alice & the Queen of Hearts: Back to Wonderland returns to Disney Adventure World in spring 2027. The outdoor show combines live music, acrobatics and BMX stunts and is very different from the more traditional Disney shows.
Annette’s Diner is also due to reopen during the first quarter of 2027 after a major refurbishment, so keep an eye on the reopening date if you’re an Annette’s fan.
April
Weather: warmer spring days
Easter falls unusually early in 2027, with Easter weekend at the end of March. April then moves straight into the French spring school-holiday period.
There’s also another exciting date in 2027: Disneyland Paris turns 35 on 12 April. At the time of writing, Disney hasn’t announced a dedicated 35th Anniversary season or celebration, so I wouldn’t book April expecting a huge anniversary event but it’s always nice to celebrate a major milestone for the park.
April is also a big month for French school holidays, with the spring holidays staggered across the three French school zones.
If you like visiting in spring, though, Disneyland Paris can be beautiful at this time of year and the longer daylight hours are very welcome after winter.
May
Weather: warmer days and evenings
May can be a lovely month at Disneyland Paris. The weather is generally improving, the days are long and you can start enjoying those warmer evenings without being in the middle of summer.
French spring holidays finish at the beginning of May. There are several French public holidays during May, including the long Ascension weekend, so it is worth checking the calendar when choosing your dates. UK schools also generally have their May half-term towards the end of the month.
May the 4th is a day we love at Disneyland Paris. Star Wars Day is celebrated in Discoveryland with special character appearances, entertainment, themed food and merchandise, and it always has such a fun atmosphere.
In 2026, the celebrations included R2-D2, Darth Vader and Stormtroopers, Chewbacca, the Mandalorian and Grogu, with some of the Star Wars experiences continuing until later in May.
The 2027 programme hasn’t been announced yet, but if you’re a Star Wars fan, 4 May is definitely a date I’d keep an eye on – we’ve loved our May the 4th visits.
June
Weather: warm days and long evenings
June is one of the nicest all-round months at Disneyland Paris. There’s no particular seasonal event that makes me say everyone should visit in June, but the combination of warm weather and long days makes it a really enjoyable time to be in the parks.
There are no major French school holidays during June either.
This is also when I’d start watching the Disneyland Paris announcements carefully in 2027: Crush’s Coaster is due to reopen in summer 2027, although Disney hasn’t announced the exact date. Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings is also scheduled to open sometime in 2027.
If either gets a June opening date, that gives another reason to consider a trip around this time!
July
Weather: one of the hottest months at Disneyland Paris
July is when Disneyland Paris really starts to feel like summer. You have long days, warm evenings and typically long park opening hours, which means much more time to enjoy the parks after dark.
French schools break for summer at the beginning of July, with UK and Irish schools also off for some or all of the month depending on where you live.
The most notable date is Bastille Day on 14 July, France’s national holiday. Disneyland Paris has celebrated Bastille Day with special fireworks shows in previous years (although the heatwave in 2026 meant fireworks were not allowed in the region).
August
Weather: usually hot
August is full summer-holiday mode at Disneyland Paris and we really enjoy it. The parks have a great summer atmosphere and long evenings mean we can spend hours outside without having to persuade the kids to wear a coat!
Princess fans should also keep an eye on August. World Princess Week has taken place during August in recent years and ran from 15 to 23 August in 2026. The 2027 event hasn’t been confirmed yet, so we’ll add the dates as soon as they’re announced.
September
Weather: usually warm and pleasant
September is another month we really enjoy at Disneyland Paris. You can still get some beautiful warm days but the intense summer heat is less likely.
French schools return at the beginning of September and UK schools also generally return around this time, so September can be especially useful if you’re able to travel outside school holidays.
There is one important attraction closure to be aware of in 2027: Frozen Ever After is currently scheduled to close from 13 to 24 September 2027.
World of Frozen itself will remain open but Frozen Ever After is the major attraction in Arendelle. If riding it is an important part of your first Disneyland Paris trip, I’d choose early September or wait until after the closure.
Late September may also bring the beginning of the Halloween season, depending on the eventual 2027 dates.
October
Weather: cooler days and evenings
October is all about Disney Halloween Festival and it’s one of my favourite versions of Disneyland Paris.
Main Street U.S.A. and Frontierland look fantastic decorated for Halloween and the pumpkins, ghosts, Disney Villains and seasonal entertainment make the park feel completely different.
Disney hasn’t announced the 2027 dates yet, but the festival usually runs throughout most of October.
French and UK school holidays fall towards the end of October, but I wouldn’t make crowds the deciding factor here. If Halloween is something you want to experience, go for Halloween.
Our highlight is Halloween Day itself. Disneyland Paris makes an exception to its usual costume rules on 31 October, allowing adults as well as children to dress up for Halloween. Although we don’t have favourites, this day might just be ours! Last year we went all out with a full family Jack and Sally theme and I think it might have been our best Disney day ever.
November
Weather: typically cold
November is really two different Disneyland Paris experiences.
At the beginning of the month you may catch the final days of Halloween, depending on the eventual 2027 schedule. Then Disneyland Paris begins transforming for Christmas.
The Christmas 2027 dates haven’t yet been announced, but Disney Enchanted Christmas traditionally begins during November.
For me, late November is one of the nicest times to visit if you specifically want the Christmas experience.
Main Street U.S.A. is decorated, the giant Christmas tree is in Town Square and Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade brings Christmas into the park several times a day.
Christmas also extends into World of Frozen, where Arendelle has its own Nordic-inspired festive decorations and entertainment.
December
Weather: cold!
It’s Christmas! If a Disney Christmas is the experience you want, December is an obvious choice.
Disneyland Park looks fantastic, Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade is running, the characters appear in their festive outfits and the Disney hotels join in with Christmas decorations of their own.
World of Frozen also feels particularly appropriate at this time of year. A snowy Arendelle in December just works!
We’ve spent Christmas itself at Disneyland Paris and loved it.
Another reason to visit during 2027 is that it’s the final year of Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain. Disney has announced that the attraction will close at the end of the year for a major refurbishment.
When it eventually reopens, the Star Wars version will be gone and Space Mountain will return to a refreshed version inspired by the original De la Terre a la Lune attraction.
When is the Best Time to Visit Disneyland Paris in 2027?
There isn’t one answer that works for everyone.
If you want lower crowds and shorter waits, we’d choose mid-January to early February.
If you want warm weather and long days, we’d look at June, July or August.
If you love Disney Princesses, keep an eye out for the announcement of World Princess Week 2027.
For Halloween, go in October.
For Christmas, we’d choose November or December.
Frozen fans should avoid 13 to 24 September 2027 if Frozen Ever After is an essential part of the trip.
And if you want to ride Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain before it disappears, 2027 is your final opportunity.
For us, the best time to visit Disneyland Paris isn’t necessarily about finding the quietest month. It’s about deciding which version of Disneyland Paris you most want to experience.
Sometimes that’s wrapping up in thermals and making the most of shorter January queues and the earlier nighttime shows. Sometimes it’s staying in Disneyland Park until late on a warm summer evening. And sometimes it’s pumpkins everywhere at Halloween or walking onto Main Street U.S.A. when it’s completely transformed for Christmas.
Whichever you choose, 2027 is shaping up to be a brilliant year to visit Disneyland Paris.
Thank you this has helped am looking to take my daughter and her two kids 7 & 9 from uk as a treat been a tough year
Hope you all have a fantastic time x
Hi, thanks for the great information. Would you purchase Disney Premier Access Ultimate passes if visiting Disneyland Paris in late June before the local kids go on summer holidays, or would the queues be reasonable with normal passes? Thanks, Constantine.
Hi Constantine
It’s never really quiet any more at any of the Disney Parks! If you are going for a single day without Extra Magic Hour I’d definitely be tempted with the Premier Passes but if you have a few days with Extra Magic Hour (you get this if you are staying onsite at a Disney Hotel – you can check them out on the official website here) the regular lines will should be fine.