Visiting Disneyland in June 2026: Grad Nites, Summer Crowds, and more!
Nice weather and school vacation make the summer an excellent time to visit the Disneyland Resort. If there is a downside, it’s that Disneyland in June can be quite crowded. Weekdays and weekends will both be busy as school is out for summer vacation across the country. With a bit of planning, however, June can be a great time to visit the parks as the temperatures are warmer and the park hours are longer, giving you more time to enjoy all that Disneyland has to offer.
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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!
June At-a-Glance
- June temperatures heat up as summer begins. Both heat and humidity come into play during this time of year.
- Grad Nites will be back in 2026. This popular ticketed event will be returning to California Adventure in 2026 on select nights. While they are a fun opportunity for graduating seniors, the parks can get a bit crowded for the rest of us. So keep this in mind when selecting your vacation dates.
- Be prepared for summer crowds. June is a popular month to visit with school ending for the year across the country. Weekdays and weekends alike will most likely be busy.
June Events
June is the beginning of summer for most, and summer break does mean summer crowds.
The only major holiday in June is Father’s Day on June 21. And while Father’s Day doesn’t typically see a huge surge in crowds, you may want to make any special dining reservations early, as they do book up quickly.
May 16, 2025-August 9, 2026 – Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration: This year-long event will include exclusive entertainment, merchandise, food, and experiences! Highlights include a new cavalcade, a new verse added to the classic song from “it’s a small world,” and Walt Disney himself brought to life through Audio-Animatronics at the Main Street Opera House.
May 8-June 12 – Grad Nites: Grad Nites is a special ticketed event that will be back in 2026. The parties take place on select dates in both May and June. There are three ticket options ranging in price from $129-$259. This year’s dates include May 9, 12, 18, 21, 22, 27, 28, & 30 and June 3, 5, 7, 10 & 12.
- Disneyland Grad Nite Private Party Experience at Disney California Adventure – Ticketed grads will gain access to Disney California Adventure Park after 9:00 PM for an “immersive, once-in-a-lifetime celebration.”
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Ticket Prices: $129-$134 per person
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- Disneyland Grad Nite Private Party Experience plus a full day at Disney California Adventure – Enjoy a full day at Disney California Adventure Park before enjoying an exclusive event after 9:00 PM in the park.
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Ticket Prices: $159-$179 per person
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- Disneyland Grad Nite Private Party Experience plus a Park Hopper experience at both Disneyland theme parks – This option allows grads to spend the day at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park on the same day, as well as attend the exclusive party at Disney California Adventure Park beginning at 9:00 PM.
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Ticket Prices: $239-$259 per person
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June 16 & 18 – Disney After Dark: Pride Nite: This ticketed event will take place on June 16 and 18, 2026, at Disneyland Park. Festivities begin with a 3-hour pre-party mix-in from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Disneyland Park, followed by a private party from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Parties feature Disney characters, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, special foods and drinks, and collectible merchandise. Select attractions were also open after hours for the party!
June 19 – Disney On the Yard – Yardfest: Powered by Celebrate Soulfully: On June 19, Downtown Disney District will once again host Disney On the Yard – Yardfest, a community celebration powered by Celebrate Soulfully. Now in its second year, the daytime event highlights the traditions and energy of historically Black colleges and universities, featuring drum majors, a lively drumline, and special appearances by Drum Major Mickey Mouse.
June Refurbishments & Closures
*We’ve included all current refurbishments here on this list… even ones that may be open in time for June 2026. (Please note that this list could change at a moment’s notice.)
Disneyland Park
- Jungle Cruise is currently closed for refurbishment. No opening date has been announced.
- Disneyland Monorail will be temporarily closed beginning March 30, 2026.
- Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin will be temporarily closed beginning March 30, 2026.
- Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters will be temporarily closed beginning April 13, 2026.
California Adventure Park
- Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! has permanently ended.
- Grizzly River Run is closed for refurbishment. A reopening date has yet to be announced (likely spring as the weather warms up).
- Toy Story Midway Main will be closed beginning April 6, 2026. An opening date has yet to be announced.
- Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! will be permanently closing in 2027 to make room for a new Avatar-themed area.
June Weather
Overall, the weather in Anaheim is starting to feel more “summer-like” in the month of June. The average high is 81 degrees, and the low is typically around 61 degrees. June can also be a bit humid, especially in the morning hours.
June 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.
June is a very popular month to visit the Disneyland Resort. Be prepared for summer crowds throughout the month!
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