If you're a fan of both Halloween and the holiday season, you're in for a delightful treat at Disneyland! Enter the realm of the "Haunted Mansion Holiday," a beloved fan favorite that visitors eagerly anticipate each year. This seasonal overlay of the classic Haunted Mansion ride combines the spookiness of Halloween with the enchantment of Christmas, resulting in a unique and magical experience that you won't want to miss!

Origins of the Haunted Mansion Holiday

The origins of the Haunted Mansion Holiday can be traced back to 2001 when Disneyland introduced this unique overlay to celebrate the holiday season. Inspired by Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas," the Haunted Mansion Holiday was born as an imaginative collaboration between Disneyland's creative minds and the enchanting world of Jack Skellington, Sally, and the citizens of Halloween Town. Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Tokyo are the only Disney parks to feature this version of the attraction.

The Much-Awaited Fan Favorite

Since its inception, the Haunted Mansion Holiday has become a beloved fan favorite. With its seamless blend of Halloween and Christmas themes, it offers a unique and unforgettable experience that leaves visitors wanting to go back again and again so they can catch all the details squeezed in to every nook and cranny of the mansion! Each year, the seasonal overlay is eagerly anticipated by many, and because of this guests can expect long queues, “sold out” Genie Plus by mid-day, and a crowd rushing to the attraction as soon as the ropes drop in the morning.

The Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay sets the perfect tone for the holiday festivities, starting from the beginning of the Halloween season in September and continuing through the end of the holiday season in January.

If you're planning a visit to Disneyland during the Halloween or holiday season, experiencing the Haunted Mansion Holiday is an absolute must! From the just-spooky-enough decorations to the unique twist on storytelling, the Haunted Mansion Holiday offers a one-of-a-kind experience that perfectly captures the spirit of the holiday season with just enough mccabre to keep it interesting and edgy.