What time can you enter Disney Sweethearts Night?

This year, the party started at 9 PM and ended at 1 AM. However, the tickets allowed us to enter the park at 6 PM. We decided to show up early and they ended up letting us enter around 5:30 PM.



For the 2026 season of Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts' Nite, guests with a valid event ticket can enter Disneyland Park as early as 6:00 PM. Although the official private party hours run from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM, this three-hour "mix-in" period allows ticket holders to enjoy the park's regular attractions, dining, and atmosphere alongside day guests before the exclusive event festivities begin. Entering at 6:00 PM also means you do not need a separate theme park reservation for that day. This early entry is highly recommended to maximize the value of the ticket, which ranges from $159 to $185 per person this year. Upon entry, you will receive your event credential and map, allowing you to be in position for the exclusive "Celebrate Love Cavalcade" or special character meet-and-greets the moment the party officially starts.

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Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels and select other hotels can take advantage of a 30-minute early entry into Walt Disney World theme parks every day. Valid theme park admission, park reservation and Resort ID are required.

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As long as you have your tickets for the event, you should be all set to arrive at Disneyland Park. Identification is not required, however, I would suggest reviewing the Important Information for this special event before you arrive.

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The price of tickets for this year was roughly $129-$159 per person, without taking into account taxes and other fees. Please keep in mind that ticket prices for next year's event can vary and are subject to change.

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Complimentary Birthday Button Get birthday greetings from fellow Guests throughout the day with a magical birthday button! Each one is complimentary on your special day and can be found inside at City Hall on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Park or at Guest Services in Disney California Adventure Park.

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What is the minimum age requirement for unaccompanied children to enter Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks and other locations? A: Children under age 14 must be accompanied by a Guest age 14 or older to enter the following Walt Disney World parks and locations: Magic Kingdom Park.

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Early Theme Park Entry is a perk of staying at a Disney hotel or select other hotel that allows these guests access to every park, every day, for 30 minutes before the park opens.

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Early theme park entry is only available to Guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel and other select hotels. Valid theme park admission and MagicBand, Key to the World Card or Disney MagicMobile pass is required.

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Main Street, USA
  • Donald Duck and Daisy Duck.
  • Mary Poppins and Bert.
  • Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse.


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And to kick it all off: a first-ever opportunity for guests to receive a free ticket to one of the Disney theme parks on their birthday in 2009. “Birthdays are the one occasion that we all share every year,” said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, at an announcement event today in New York.

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Each Passholder must follow the Disneyland® Resort procedures to have an acceptable personal photo associated with their Pass for identification purposes, and a Pass must be used by the same person on any and all park visits and benefit redemptions with the Pass.

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Buying a package does not usually give you a bigger discount than buying everything separately. BUT, occasionally they do run discounts for packages, and they'll even offer free dining as an add-on for certain resorts. If you're unfamiliar with Disney's Dining Plan, read about it here.

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A: Walt Disney World Resort does not offer senior citizen discounts on tickets, Disney Resort hotels or vacation packages.

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