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 a number of things to consider and we’ve covered them all. From crowd levels and pricing to seasonal events and spectacular celebrations, we wanted to share our favourite times to visit and our month-by-month guide to the best times to visit Disneyland Paris.
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)
After the Christmas and New Year crowds disperse in the first week, the remainder of January is one of the quietest times in the park. With crowds and wait times at their lowest you can also benefit from tickets and accommodation which are typically less expensive at this time of year.
Best time to visit Disneyland Paris tip: we visited at the end of Janaury 2024 and had a wonderful time. It was cold but the sun was shining and we loved the experience of lower crowds in the parks. The kids wore warm hats and coats and they had thermal leggings under their trousers – they didn’t complain about the cold. We’ve booked to return at the same time next year!
2 | Disney’s Halloween Festival (October to Early November)
Halloween is such a fun time to visit Disneyland Paris and we love this spooktacular festival. In 2023, the Halloween season runs from 1st October 2023 to 5th November 2023 and it’s a fabulous time in the parks.
Check out the 2023 Halloween festivities here!
We visited during Halloween and Disneyland Paris was decorated with pumpkins, ghouls and dancing skeletons! We met villains including Captain Hook, Cruella de Vil and Maleficent and Jake Skellington greeted guests outside Phantom Manor. Other characters like Mickey and Minnie Mouse are dressed for the occasion at their meet and greets. There’s also a spectacular Halloween parade and special Halloween-themed treats.
3 | Disney’s Enchanted Christmas (Mid-November to Early January)
The Christmas season is a wonderful time of the year at Disneyland Paris. Disney’s Enchanted Christmas runs from 11th November 2023 until 7 January 7 2024.
Check out the 2023 Christmas festivities here!
Disneyland Park is so festive with its magical Christmas decor, a meet and greet with Santa and a spectacular Christmas Parade. Over in Walt Disney Studios Park, there is a winter market full of treats in the food trucks in L’Hiver Gourmand.
4 | World Princess Week (typically late August)
Princess fans will adore World Princess Week at Disneyland Paris and, after running in 2022 and 2023, we are hopeful it will become an annual celebration and return in 2024.
World Princess Week features a week of Royal festivities and, in 2023, it included:
- Moana, Tiana, Merida and Mulan appearing on the Castle Stage
- Meets with the Disney Princesses – Merida met guests at the Frontierland Gazebo, Cinderella near the Old Mill and Rapunzel at L’Arbre Enchanté
- Princess-themed treats at Victoria’s Home-Style Restaurant – a Princess Aurora Strawberry Cream Cake and a Little Mermaid Milkshake were among the 2023 delights
Check out World Princess Week here!
5 | Summer Holidays (July and August)
With two school-age kids, we often visit Disneyland Paris during the summer months. It’s a popular and busy time but we still absolutely love it – the mix of sunny days, packed schedules, long opening hours and the general summer vibe is a winner for us!
Summer 2024
If you are planning on visiting Disneyland Paris during Summer 2024 then make sure to check out the Disneyland Paris hotel and ticket packages to Become Part Of A Magical World! – book now!
Check Summer 2024 Hotel and Ticket Prices!
There are some great rates for hotel and ticket packages in Summer 2024. Book now with a price example of £147 per person, per night at Disney Hotel Cheyenne. This price is based on 2 adults and 2 children for a 3 night stay and a 4 day ticket package, for arrivals between 24 July 2024 and 31 August 2024. This includes the benefit of Extra Magic Time where Disney hotel guests can enter the parks one hour before regular opening!
You can check the Become Part of a Magical World price calendar here!
So, for 2 adults and 2 children, you can stay at Disney Hotel Cheyenne for 3 nights and enjoy 4 park days for a total price of £1,762 and that is during the school holidays! This includes 3 nights in a Woody’s Roundup Standard Room at Disney Hotel Cheyenne and includes a 4-day Disneyland Paris ticket per person. Availability is limited and prices are subject to change so make sure to not delay and book these rates as soon as possible – check prices now!
We love Disney Hotel Cheyenne and have stayed many times – for us, the highlights include the fantastic Toy Story theming, the amazing breakfast and dinner buffets at Chuck Wagon Cafe, the daily meet and greets with Woody and Jessie and the hotel’s close proximity to the parks (we walk in less than 20 minutes and there are also frequently complimentary shuttles to and from the parks).
Best time to vist Disney tip: we spent 5 nights in Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel this summer (July 2023) and had an amazing time – our kids really loved swimming in the hotel’s outdoor pool which is beautiful in summer.
3 Key Factors in Crowds and Accommodation/Ticket Costs at Disneyland Paris
No matter when you plan to visit, there are 3 key things to take into account when planning your visit:
1 | Secure the Best Price by Booking Early
One of the most important things to remember when booking a visit to Disneyland Paris is to BOOK EARLY! The hotel and ticket packages tend to be at their least expensive when they are first released and, as availability decreases, the prices continue to increase. So even if you’re planning to visit during typical lower-cost, off-peak periods, you will still want to reserve as early as possible so you can benefit from the best price.
Disneyland Paris has an amazing trip planner which shows a day by day view of pricing and availability in the Disney hotels – it is amazing for comparing daily prices across weeks and months and we always use it to find the best prices for our upcoming trips – check out the Disneyland Paris price calendar here!
Best Time to Visit Disneyland Paris tip: we’ve paid more for last minute off-peak reservations than when we’ve planned ahead and reserved a hotel and tickets package during the most popular times in the park. We always try and reserve ahead of time as much as possible!
2 | Weekdays are generally quieter than weekends
With the exception of public holidays and big events (for example, the launch of a new show or seasonal celebration), weekdays tend to be quieter than weekends. This results in lower wait times and lower prices than over weekends.
3 | School Holidays are Busier (remember to consider French school holidays!)
As you might expect, school holidays are among the busiest times in Disneyland Paris. I’ve outlined the French and UK school holidays in our month-by-month planner below – we really love visiting during the May mid-term as this is one of the few times when the UK and French school holidays don’t overlap so the parks might be a little less busy.
Best Times to Visit Disneyland Paris: Month by Month
If you are trying to decide on the best time to visit Disneyland Paris then this month-to-month guide will help you with your planning:
January
Weather: cold and/or wet
Opening Hours: In 2023, Disneyland Park closed at 8pm on weekdays, 10pm on Saturdays and 9pm Sundays. Walt Disney Studios Park closed at 7pm on weekdays and 9pm on weekends
- First week of January (High Crowds): Disneyland Paris’ Christmas celebrations typically wrap up at the end of the first week of January. With most schools still closed for the Christmas holidays, this week is typically very busy and tickets and accommodation are more expensive.
- Rest of the month: a great time to visit if you value lower crowds, wait times and prices. Some attractions may be closed and shows on hiatus as a result but this also happens throughout the year – you can check upcoming attraction closures for the next 2 months on the Disneyland Paris website here.
February
Weather: cold and/or wet
Opening Hours: In 2023, Disneyland Park closed at 8pm and Walt Disney Studios Park at 7pm for the first few days of February. For the rest of the month, Disneyland Paris Park closed at 10pm and Walt Disney Studios Park at 9pm.
- First week of February: similar to mid/late January. It is a great time to visit if you value lower crowds, wait times and prices. Some attractions may be closed and shows on hiatus as a result but this also happens throughout the year
- Rest of Month: the remainder of February is busier and this is mostly driven by French and UK school holidays. French schools have a 2-week winter holiday which takes place across 4 weeks from February 11 2024 to March 10 2024 (there are 3 French school zones and they each take a different 2-week block so it stretches to 4 weeks in total). UK schools typically close for a week in mid-February.
March
Weather: weather starts to warm up a little but is still on the chilly side
Opening Hours: opening hours varied throughout March 2023. For most of the month, Disneyland Park closed at either 9pm or 10pm although there were a few 8pm closures and one 7.30pm. Walt Disney Studios Park remained open to 10pm on most weekends with weekdays at 7.30pm to 9pm.
- Early March: remains busy until the end of the Winter Holiday for French schools (for 2024 this is March 10)
- Mid to late March: with the crowds returning to lower levels and the weather starting to improve, mid to late March is an awesome time to visit Disneyland Paris. Wait times are typically low and you should be able to benefit from lower accommodation prices compared to peak times.
- Easter 2024: Easter Sunday falls on March 31 2024. With public holidays and school holidays across the UK and Europe, this is one of the most popular and expensive times to visit.
April
Weather: warmer days
Opening Hours: In 2023, Disneyland Park closed at 11pm and Walt Disney Studios Park closed at 10pm.
- April: the Easter holidays mean crowds will likely be high in the first week of April. The French School Spring Holidays begin immediately after (April 7 2024 to May 5 2024) so the entire month is likely to be busy in 2024.
May
Weather: warmer days and evenings
Opening Hours: On most days in 2023, Disneyland Park closed at 11pm and Walt Disney Studios Park closed at 10pm.
- Early and late May: Spring Holiday for French schools end in early May (for 2024 this is May 5) and UK schools typically close the last week of May for half term so higher crowds are likely.
- Mid to late May: with the crowds returning to lower levels and the chance of some summer weather, mid to late May is an awesome time to visit Disneyland Paris. Wait times are typically low and you should be able to benefit from lower accommodation prices compared to peak times.
June
Weather: warmer days and evenings
Opening Hours: On most days in 2023, Disneyland Park closed at 11pm and Walt Disney Studios Park closed at 10pm.
- June: a fantastic time to visit. Good weather, long park days and no major school holidays to note. Weekends tend to be busier but weekdays are usually a real treat during June.
- Disneyland Paris Pride: in June 2022 and 2023, Disneyland Paris held a huge celebration for Disneyland Paris Pride. This is an incredible day to visit the parks and celebrate – in 2023 there were spectacular parades with amazing costumes and a late-night party.
July and August
Weather: hottest months at Disneyland Paris
Opening Hours: On most days in 2023, Disneyland Park closed at 11pm and Walt Disney Studios Park closed at 10pm.
- July 14: Bastille Day is one the busiest public holidays in France and, in 2023, Disneyland Paris celebrated with Europe’s largest drone show. It’s a busy day in the parks and prices are high.
Best time to visit Disneyland Paris tip: we arrived at Disneyland Paris on July 15 2023 and we felt the crowds had returned to levels that were pretty typical for summer but the 14th itself was sold out and the hotels at full capacity.
- Late August: crowds and prices tend to be lower as the school holidays come to an end. Disneyland Paris celebrated World Princess towards the end of August in 2022 and 2023.
- Rest of July and August: crowds are high and it’s an expensive time to visit but we still absolutely love July and August in the parks. Long, sunny days are a regular occurrence, the outdoor pools are open in the onsite hotels and the summer vibe is strong.
September
Weather: warmer days and evenings
Opening Hours: On most days in 2023, Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park are closing between 9pm and 10pm.
- September: similar to June, September is a great time to visit. Good weather, long park days and no major school holidays to note. Weekends tend to be busier and more expensive but weekdays are usually quieter and accommodation less expensive.
October
Weather: cooler days and evenings
Opening Hours: On most days in October 2023, Disneyland Park is closing at 10pm and Walt Disney Studios Park is closing at 9pm.
- October: with the Halloween season starting on October 1 2023, the entire month is likely to be busy and accommodation pricier.
- Halloween week: Halloween and the days surrounding it are some of the most popular in the park so expect a notable peak in both pricing and wait times. French schools close for their All Saints Holidays (October 22 to November 5 2023) and UK schools close for Autumn Midterm at the end of the month so it’s an optimum time to visit for many families. We still wholeheartedly recommend visiting during October as Disneyland Paris celebrates Halloween in style!
November
Weather: typically cold
Opening Hours: 2023 opening hours have not yet been released – check here for the latest calendar
- First week in November: with schools closed and the Halloween celebrations continuing, this is a busy week in Disneyland Paris.
- November 6 to November 10: the period between the Halloween and Christmas festivities is generally quieter than the rest of the month. It’s a great time to visit in terms of pricing and crowds but we’d recommend that you try and overlap part of the stay with either Christmas or Halloween season as the Disneyland Paris festivities are just too good to miss!
- November 11 onwards: prices and crowds increase again with the Christmas festivities kicking off. It’s a magical time to visit and we think it’s more than worth the longer wait times and higher prices.
December
Weather: typically cold
Opening Hours: 2023 opening hours have not yet been released – check here for the latest calendar
- Early to Mid-December: weekdays tend to be quieter and accommodation is less expensive on these nights so, if you want to celebrate the Christmas season at Disneyland Paris, take advantage if you can! Weekends typically see high crowds and high pricing.
- Late December: peak, peak season at Disneyland Paris. Expect high crowds and prices but it’s worth it to celebrate the magic of Christmas at Disneyland Paris.
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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.