Visiting Disneyland in March 2026: Food & Wine Festival, Spring Break Season, and more!
Disneyland in March brings with it more crowds for a variety of reasons. The warmer spring weather, spring breaks, and the Food and Wine Festival at California Adventure make it a popular time to visit. There are also typically fewer major refurbishments in March as Disney anticipates the increase in crowds. It is important to note that Easter falls on April 5th this year, which could mean an increase in crowds as April approaches. And while information about events and refurbishments in 2026 is limited at the moment, it is never too early to start planning your Disneyland Resort vacation!
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March At-a-Glance
- Crowds begin to pick up in March as Spring Break season begins. Spring Break is a very popular time for vacationers and locals alike to visit the Disneyland Resort. Be prepared for crowds!
- Refurbishments aren’t common this time of year. One upside to the parks seeing an increase in Spring Break crowds is that Disney makes an effort to make sure attractions are open to accommodate guests.
- The Food and Wine Festival will return to Disney’s California Adventure. This event is a local favorite, and it will bring some local crowds into the park.
March Events
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.
March 3 & 5 – Disney After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites: This brand-new ticketed event will take place on just two nights in March 2026 at Disneyland. Guests can enjoy nostalgic entertainment throughout the park, including the “Sounds of Magic” riverfront serenade featuring songs from classic Disneyland shows. The celebration also includes themed dance parties, line dancing, throwback photo spots, and appearances from rare “Long Lost Friends” Disney characters.
March 6 through April 27, 2026 – Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival: Indulge in wine, savor delectable food, and groove to captivating live music. The festival is a feast for the entire family, offering a wide variety of mouthwatering dishes. Whether you’re a foodie or a cooking novice, the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival guarantees a tasty and fun experience.
March 22 – Debut of Bluey’s Best Day Ever: Beginning March 22, 2026, Bluey and her sister Bingo will make their Disneyland Resort debut in “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” at the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland park as part of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. This lively interactive experience brings the beloved series to life with music, games, dance-alongs, character appearances, themed food, merchandise, and playful photo opportunities for families.
March Refurbishments & Closures
*We’ve included all current refurbishments here on this list… even ones that may be open in time for March 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.
March Weather
Overall, Disneyland in March can be a bit unpredictable. Temperatures will be a bit cooler, and rain is definitely possible. Of course, it isn’t quite as rainy and cool as during the winter months. The average high is 72 degrees, and the low is typically around 50 degrees. Be sure to check the weather before your vacation, and be prepared for variable springtime weather.
March 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.
March will be busy. With the Food and Wine Festival (which is popular with the locals) and spring break season… There will no doubt be crowds this March. Planning ahead will certainly help, and purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass may be something you will want to look into. But if you’re willing to brave the crowds, it will be an exciting time to visit, as there will be so much to do and see!
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