The most POPULAR Disney Halloween party is HERE — Oogie Boogie Bash is BACK for 2023! Now, everyone stop clowning around, and let’s get down to business. What kind of entertainment can you expect at this year’s event? 

If you’re unfamiliar, Oogie Boogie Bash is a separately ticketed Halloween event that takes place after Disney California Adventure closes to day guests. The event runs on select nights in September and October in Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort.

If you’re interested in attending, you’ll have to start prepping for 2024; tickets for the event this year are completely sold out. Fear not — we’re here to show you EVERYTHING you can experience at Oogie Boogie Bash so you can decide if the party is right for you! Now, let’s take a look at all the entertainment available during Oogie Boogie Bash.

Immersive Treat Trails

This may be one of the most POPULAR things you can do at the event! The Immersive Treat Trails take you through an immersive line to hook you up with some CANDY (we’re talking Skittles, M&M’s, and more!). As you make your way through the trail, you’ll encounter a character! We’ve seen some RARE characters during past events, and this year is no exception!

Here’s a look at ALL the treat trails you can visit this year:

• Ancient Sanctum in Avengers Campus featuring Agatha Harkness

• Near Cars Land
• Bountiful Valley Hideaway featuring Madam Mim

• Near Buena Vista Street
• Disney Animation Building featuring Oogie Boogie

• Hollywood Backlot Stage featuring Cruella De Vil

• Hyperion Theatre featuring Ernesto de la Cruz

• Near Pixar Pier featuring Sid

• Near Grizzly Peak Airfield featuring Judge Doom

• Near Grizzly Pass featuring Mother Gothel
• Near San Fransokyo Square featuring Yokai
• Near Paradise Gardens Park

Like we said, these characters are SUPER rare, so make sure to visit as many of those Treat Trails as you can to truly make the most of your night!

Frightfully Fun Parade

No Disney Halloween party is complete without a parade! The beloved Frightfully Fun Parade is back this year! During our visit, the parade was offered twice, once at 7:50PM and again at 10:05PM. Be sure to check the times during your party night, as entertainment is subject to change.

Mickey and Minnie kick off the parade in their special Halloween outfits. How cute are they?!

After those two, be on the lookout for Jack and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas.

There are plenty of fun characters to spot during this parade!

Hitchhiking GHOSTS and GRAVEDIGGERS! 🪦💀#OogieBoogieBash pic.twitter.com/JE0xFcvDd3

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) September 6, 2023

The first parade is usually a little bit more crowded, but you’ll probably want to grab a spot to watch the parade a few minutes early for either showing.

One of the best parts of the parade is when you get to see all the villains! There are some RARE characters that you’ll only see during this show.

Every VILLAIN needs their MOMENT! 📸#OogieBoogieBash pic.twitter.com/Gj63wYo07G

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) September 6, 2023

This parade is one of the highlights of the night — we highly recommend it!

Mickey’s Trick and Treat

In between all the fun character interactions you may experience, you can also check out the Mickey’s Trick and Treat stage show! During the show, Mickey and Minnie (plus Goofy and Donald) meet their friend Parker, who makes a special potion. We won’t spoil the show, but let’s just say some interesting things happen from there…

On opening night, the show was offered at 6PM, 6:45PM, 7:30PM, 8:45PM, and 9:30PM, but showtimes are subject to change.

During the show, you’ll probably spot a few of Mickey’s friends!

The Tricks and Treats Stage Show is PERFECT for little ones! #OogieBoogieBash pic.twitter.com/LBl7zJpahi

— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) September 6, 2023

This is a great activity for kids and adults alike!

Villains Grove

Looking for another POPULAR experience? Villains Grove lives in the Reedwood Creek Challenge Trail. Some infamous Disney villains hijacked the spot and transformed it into an enchanted grove. There is special lighting, spooky sounds, and more to make this a super immersive experience.

Here’s a full list of the unique areas in Villains Grove:

• Frollo’s Sanctuary
• Maleficent’s Will
• Queen of Hearts Garden
• Scar’s Elephant Graveyard
• Dr. Facilier’s Friends on the Other Side
• The Wicked Queen’s Lightning Forest
• Home of the Wisps
• Dawn

There was quite a line to enter Villains Grove when we stopped by — the wait was about 30 minutes. So prioritize this activity if it’s important to you!

Photo Opportunities

There are TONS of special photo opportunities during the event. Oh, and good news — Oogie Boogie Bash tickets include UNLIMITED downloads of Disney PhotoPass photos taken during the party, so take advantage of all the special photos you can get!

Here’s a look at the Disney PhotoPass locations this year:

1. Magic Key
2. Cars Land
3. Headless Horseman Statue
4. Pixar Pier Bridge
5. Avengers Headquarters
6. Avengers Campus Entrance
7. Cars Land – Cozy Cone Motel
8. Ramone’s House of Body Art
9. Flo’s V8 Cafe
10. Hollywood Stage 12
11. World of Color Amphitheater
12. Pixar Pier – Awning (Across from Incredicoaster)
13. Pixar Pier – Incredibles Fountain
14. Pixar Pier – Toy Story Midway Mania

Character Meet-and-Greets

Don’t forget to look for the special character meet-and-greets happening during the party! You may see some classic Disney friends all dressed in festive Halloween costumes or even some rare characters.

Last year, we met Bruno from Encanto, plus lots of other unique characters!

There’s you full look at the entertainment you can find at Oogie Boogie Bash! We’ll be sharing our FULL experience at the event with you, so stay tuned for updates.

Learn more about Oogie Boogie Bash HERE

What would you like to see at Oogie Boogie Bash in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments!