Weekend Edition · March 2026

Eastvale Vibe

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Magic is just 30 miles down the I-15. Your complete guide to Disneyland — park hours, Food & Wine Festival, entertainment, and pro tips.

Food & Wine Festival: March 6 – April 27    30 Miles from Eastvale    Fireworks & Parades Running Nightly

Park Hours

ParkWeekdaysWeekends
Disneyland Park8:00 AM – 10:00 PM8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
California Adventure8:00 AM – 9:00 PM8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

* Hours vary by date. Verify on the Disneyland app before visiting.

Low Crowd Window: Early March — before Spring Break — is one of the best times to visit. Shorter lines, easier reservations, and all the nighttime shows still running!

Food & Wine Festival

March 6 – April 27, 2026

Disney California Adventure

Over a dozen marketplace kiosks, live music, culinary demos, winemaker receptions, and family activities — all included with park admission. Food items purchased separately.

LA Style Booth
Carbonara Pizzetta
White sauce, Nueske's Applewood Smoked Bacon, and a black pepper drizzle. Rich, savory, and unmissable.
Uncork California
Mickey-shaped Macaron
Chocolate macaron filled with caramel ganache and SNICKERS bar pieces. The most Instagrammable treat in the park.
Cocina Cucamonga
Strawberry Horchata
House-made rice and cinnamon beverage with strawberry purée. Refreshing, sweet, and perfect for the whole family.
Schmoozies! · New for 2026
Mickey Banana-Hazelnut Waffles
Mickey-shaped waffles with chocolate-hazelnut filling, banana whipped topping, and powdered sugar.
Pro Tip: Grab a Sip & Savor Pass (4 or 8 digital coupons) to save money across marketplace booths. Beverage seminars at Sonoma Terrace sell out fast — book in advance at Disneyland.com!

Entertainment Schedule

Disneyland Park
Paint the Night Parade
Dazzling LED floats light up Main Street U.S.A. Usually runs twice nightly on weekends.
Check App · Weekends
Rivers of America · Disneyland Park
Fantasmic!
Mickey's imagination battles the forces of darkness in this beloved water-and-fire spectacular. Arrive 30+ minutes early!
9:00 PM & 10:30 PM
Main Street U.S.A. · Disneyland Park
Wondrous Journeys Fireworks
Stunning castle projections and fireworks celebrating the 70th Anniversary. The perfect way to end your night.
Nightly · Check App
Paradise Bay · California Adventure
World of Color
Breathtaking water, light, and projection show. Join the Virtual Queue at noon sharp via the Disneyland app — spots go fast!
Virtual Queue · Noon via App
Sonoma Terrace · California Adventure
Winemaker & Mixology Seminars
Every Saturday & Sunday through April 26 — 30 to 40 minutes with expert winemakers or Disney mixologists. Book in advance!
Sat & Sun · Reservations Required

Pro Tips for Your Visit

01
Rope Drop It
Leave Eastvale by 7:15 AM to be at the turnstiles for the 8 AM rope drop. Knock out Rise of the Resistance or Radiator Springs Racers in the first hour.
02
Mobile Order
Order your Dole Whip or Corn Dog while standing in a ride queue. No waiting in a separate food line — just pick up and enjoy.
03
Get a Park Hopper
DCA closes earlier — a Park Hopper lets you catch World of Color then head to Disneyland for fireworks and Fantasmic!
04
Bring a Battery Pack
You'll be using the Disneyland App for Lightning Lane, mobile ordering, maps, and Virtual Queues all day. A charger is a must.
05
Check Refurbishments
Check the Disneyland app before promising the kids a specific ride. Save yourself the tears at the gate!
06
Pack a Poncho
March can bring surprise showers. Rainy days mean shorter lines — silver lining guaranteed!

The Eastvale Advantage

30
Miles Away
~35
Min Drive
Eastvale Strategy
Leave by 7:15 AM, park at the Pixar Pals Structure, shuttle in, and hit the 8:00 AM rope drop. You're closer than most of SoCal — use it!

Tickets & Dining Info

Reservations Required: You need both a valid ticket AND a park reservation. Park reservations can sell out — book both at Disneyland.com.
Dining Packages: Want a reserved viewing spot for World of Color or a parade? Book a Dining Package to skip the crowd scramble.
Beverage Seminars: Book Food & Wine Festival tasting seminars ASAP — they sell out every year within days of opening.
Parking: $40/day for standard vehicles at Pixar Pals or Mickey & Friends structures. Free shuttle to the park entrance included.
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All park hours and event details are subject to change. Always verify on the official Disneyland app.
Eastvale Vibe is an independent community newsletter not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company.

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