Visiting Disneyland in February 2026: Lunar New Year, Valentine's Day, and more!

Visiting Disneyland in February can be an excellent choice for a variety of reasons. First of all, it coincides with Valentine’s Day, which adds a touch of romance to the experience. Moreover, California Adventure offers some amazing Lunar New Year activities! Additionally, this month tends to be less crowded, meaning shorter lines and a more relaxed atmosphere. The cooler temperatures also make it more comfortable for those who don’t love the summer heat. (Although it’s worth noting that rainy days are common in February.) While specific details about events and refurbishments in 2026 are not yet available, it is never too early to start planning your Disneyland Resort vacation!

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Planning a Disneyland vacation in 2026? Be sure to check out our guide to all that the Disneyland Resort has to offer this year, including the Disneyland Half Marathon, special ticketed events, holiday festivities, and more!

In This Post

February At-a-Glance

February Events

February Refurbishments & Closures

February Weather

February Disneyland Crowds

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February At-a-Glance

February is one of the rainiest months of the year, so prepare accordingly. While Disneyland typically won’t close due to rain, it can mean a ride closure or two for attractions with outdoor tracks. Another thing to keep in mind is that a rainy day will mean fewer crowds. So if you’re willing to brave the rain, you may find shorter lines throughout the parks!
February is considered to be the “off-season” at Disneyland. This means fewer crowds overall. Weekends can still be busy with locals, but weekdays in February should be quite pleasant in terms of crowds.
Park hours will be shorter in February, and ride refurbishments are common. Since crowds are fewer, be prepared for shortened park hours and a few ride closures. Water rides almost always close for yearly maintenance around this time of year as the temperatures cool off.

February Events

runDisney is making its return to the Disneyland Resort in 2026 with the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, and the weekend will feature a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a challenge event (10K and half marathon). This year’s event takes place January 29-February 1.

Lunar New Year at Disney’s California Adventure Park will likely take place from mid-January through mid-February. (No official dates have been announced yet.) This annual celebration pays tribute to the customs and cultures of China, Vietnam, and Korea. In celebration of the Year of the Dragon, attendees can indulge in Asian-inspired cuisine and drinks, immerse themselves in lively decorations, and enjoy the vibrant “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession,” led by the beloved character Mushu.

With dates typically occurring in mid-February, Celebrate Gospel at Disneyland Park will likely take place once again at Fantasyland Theatre. This annual event showcases Gospel music, featuring talented artists and community choirs from Southern California.

Valentine’s Day will bring seasonal dining, treats, and decor to the parks. Last year’s festivities also included Minnie’s Valentine Surprise, a park-wide scavenger hunt!

February Refurbishments & Closures

*We’ve included all current refurbishments here on this list… even ones that may be open in time for February 2026. (Please note that this list could change at a moment’s notice.)

Disneyland Park

Haunted Mansion will be closed from August 9-21 in order to add the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay. (It will likely close again for a short time in January to remove the overlay.)
it’s a small world will likely close for a short time in October for the installation of its holiday overlay. Exact dates have not been announced yet. (It will likely close again mid-January for the overlay removal.)
Star Tours – The Adventure Continues will be closed from June 30 through September 4.
Storybook Land Canal Boats closed on July 21, 2025. An opening date has yet to be announced.
Casey Jr. Circus Train closed on July 28, 2025. An opening date has yet to be announced.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close on September 2, 2025, for refurbishment. An opening date has yet to be announced.
Mark Twain Riverboat will be closed September 8-11, 2025.
Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island will be closed September 15-17, 2025.
Dumbo the Flying Elephant will be closed September 16-17, 2025.
Main Street Cinema will be closed beginning September 8, 2025. An opening date has yet to be announced.
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room will be closed beginning September 7, 2026. A reopening date has not been announced.

California Adventure Park

Radiator Springs Racers will be closed August 18 through September 25, 2025.
Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! will temporarily end for the Halloween season.
Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! will be temporarily suspended for the Halloween season.
Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! will be permanently closing early 2026 to make room for a new Avatar-themed area.

February Weather

Overall, Disneyland in February will see cooler temperatures and rain. The average high is 69 degrees, and the low is typically around 48 degrees. As February is one of the rainiest months of the year, coming prepared with rain ponchos and warmer clothing would be a smart idea.

February Disneyland Crowds

Crowd calendars are very popular, but they can also be a bit unpredictable. While they can be a big help in planning your trip, keep in mind that they are predictions at best. When anticipating future crowds, we take a look at events, school calendars, ticket prices, park hours, holidays, and typical monthly patterns. Unfortunately, our estimates cannot predict other things such as weather, travel advisories, pandemics, or last-minute openings or closings of shows and attractions.

Crowds in February will be mild as it’s considered part of the “off-season.” Weekends will probably be busier with locals, and Presidents’ Day Weekend will see an increase in crowds as well. So if you want to avoid crowds, be sure to plan some weekdays in the parks.