Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party is a separately ticketed, after-hours Halloween event held at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, California. Launched in 2019 when Disneyland moved its Halloween party from Disneyland Park to DCA and renamed it after the villain from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, the event runs on select nights each fall, typically from mid-August through Halloween night.
The party features trick-or-treating along themed trails where guests meet Disney villains, family-friendly entertainment, and exclusive character encounters not offered during regular park hours. Ticketed guests get early access to the park before the party begins, then enjoy several hours of Halloween-exclusive experiences with lighter crowds than a typical operating day.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: Disney California Adventure, Anaheim, California
- Operator: Disneyland Resort / The Walt Disney Company
- Opened: 2019
- Event Type: Ticketed seasonal Halloween party
- Season: Select nights, mid-August through October 31
- Ticket Price Range (2026): $139-$199
- Famous For: Villain-themed treat trails and the “Villainous!” water show
The Party Experience
Guests holding event tickets can enter Disney California Adventure hours before the party officially begins, then stay on for a roughly five-hour celebration once regular park guests have departed. The night centers on treat trails scattered across the park, where a lineup of Disney villains — including Oogie Boogie, Maleficent, and rotating guest characters — greet guests for candy and photos.
Entertainment has evolved since the event’s debut, from the original “Villainous!” nighttime water show at Pixar Pier to newer offerings like Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake, a Haunted Mansion-themed street party performed at multiple stops throughout the park. Rare character meet-and-greets, including figures who rarely appear outside the event, round out the night.
History and Growth
Before 2019, Disneyland’s Halloween party operated as Mickey’s Halloween Party inside Disneyland Park itself. That year, Disney relocated the event to Disney California Adventure and rebranded it Oogie Boogie Bash, leaning into the popularity of The Nightmare Before Christmas among Disney fans. The event was cancelled in 2020 due to pandemic-related park closures but has run every fall since its return.
The party has since become one of Disneyland Resort’s most in-demand ticketed events, regularly selling out popular dates like Halloween night well in advance. For 2026, Disney scheduled a record number of nights, running select Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from August 18 through October 31.
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Oogie Boogie Bash FAQs
Where is Oogie Boogie Bash held?
It takes place at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, California, part of the Disneyland Resort.
When did Oogie Boogie Bash start?
The event debuted in 2019, when Disneyland moved its Halloween party from Disneyland Park to Disney California Adventure and renamed it after the Oogie Boogie character from The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Do you need a separate ticket for Oogie Boogie Bash?
Yes. It is a separately ticketed, after-hours event held on select nights; regular Disneyland Resort park admission does not include entry.
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