Best Time To Visit Disneyland Paris

Are you looking for the best time to visit Disneyland Paris? In my opinion there is no one best time to go Disneyland Paris and it really depends on what is important to you in your visit. In this guide we will do a month by month breakdown to show you the best month to visit Disneyland Paris alongside the least busy and cheapest times to visit Disneyland Paris. 

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Best Time to Visit Disneyland Paris

We have been lucky enough to visit Disneyland Paris throughout the year as annual pass holders. As such we think we are well positioned to give you an overview of the best time to go to the parks. 

In this guide we ill first look at the pros and cons of each month individually before we look at the least crowded and cheapest time to visit Disneyland Paris 

Note: it may come as no surprise that it is almost always quieter at Disneyland Paris on a weekday as opposed to the weekend (outside of holidays when all bets are off). Be sure to check out this guide of best day to visit Disneyland Paris and how many days you need at Disneyland Paris at different times of year for more comprehensive information. 

For our 1 day 2 parks itinerary check out this post which will maximise you time in the park. 

Best Month to Visit Disneyland Paris

Visiting Disneyland Paris in January 

Generally speaking if you want to go to Disneyland Paris at a time that is both cheap and less crowded then January may be the perfect month for you to visit. 

The crowds tends to be less at Disneyland Paris in January providing you visit outside of the UK and European school holidays and once the Christmas season at Disneyland Paris has ended. If you do visit in during the beginning of January when the Christmas season is still on the crowds will in fact be at their peak all year. 

Also if you are visiting in January you will find that it is one of the cheaper months to visit the parks so is a great option for those traveling to Disneyland Paris on a budget. 

However some of the downsides to visiting in January can be the weather. The weather in January can be very cold and you will need to pack lots of layers to enjoy your vacation. There is also a chance that you may get a rainy day at Disneyland Paris  if you are visiting in January. 

Also as you are visiting Disneyland Paris in the winter you will find that the operational hours are greatly reduced compared with visiting Disneyland Paris in Summer.  However the up side of these is that if you are traveling to Disneyland Paris with toddlers you are likely to be able to keep them up to enjoy the fireworks and illuminations. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in February 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in February is similar to visiting in January for many reasons. Firstly its opening hours are almost identical and the weather in February can be very cold still. In fact you are very likely to experience at least one rainy day in your Disneyland Paris itinerary in February. 

Also there is a chance that because of the reduced crowds the parks may have scheduled some rides for closure for essential maintenance. 

However there are benefits to visiting in this month. Firstly February is one of the cheaper and quieter months to visit if you plan on doing so outside of the school holidays. 

Times to avoid visiting in February include the UK February half term and the European Holidays in mid February. 

For February 2023 the half term break is expected to be around Friday 10th February with the schools going back on Monday 20th February.  And the February half term in 2024 is expected to start on or around Friday 9th February with the kids going back on Monday 19th February. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in March 

Disneyland Paris in March is a really difficult month to predict in terms of crowds and costs and therefore to assess whether it is a month you want to visit. 

The reason for this is that it largely depends on when Easter is to whether or not March is a good time to visit. 

If Easter falls over March then you will likely experience very high crowds. However if Easter in the year you are visiting falls in April, you won’t see crowds as high.

For March 2023 there are no public holidays in France and Easter actually falls in April that year. So you can expect the crowds to be lighter than in years when Easter is in March. However usually March gets busier towards the end of the month as Easter approaches. 

However if you are planning to visit Disneyland Paris in March 2024 then please note the following public holidays:

• 29th March – Good Friday
• 31st March – Easter Sunday

In other terms however March may be a great month to visit. For instance, the weather is no where near as cold in March as it is in March, and if you aren’t visiting during a holiday then you can also expect the costs to be moderate for Disneyland Paris. It is also the last chance for any type of low season before late autumn as April is the start of peak season at Disneyland Paris. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in April 

Disneyland Paris in April is usually the start of peak season and has some of the busiest times in the parks. 

For the next couple of years the Easter holidays will fall over the month of April which will of course cause the crowds to swell. 

Public holidays in France, and also the UK, tend to lead to the crowds beginning to swell as people use their day off to hear to the park. There are several public holidays in France in April 2023 that you should be aware of when planning your trip:

• 7th April: Good Friday
• 10th April: Easter Monday

You will find the crowds over this Easter weekend will be very high and this will continue over the school holidays. 

However you will be rewarded with some good weather in the parks in April. The weather won’t be too hot like it is in summer or too cold as it can be for some over Winter. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in May 

Disneyland Paris in May is in my opinion one of my favorite times to visit the parks. One of the reasons for this is because of the relatively temperate weather in the month (although this does not mean there won’t be any rain). 

However it is worth pointing out that there are some extremely busy days at Disneyland Paris in May. Days that are very busy in the park are:

• May 1st – Labor Day
• May 8th – Victory in Europe Day
• May 18th  – Ascension Day

Also if you are visiting during the UK Whitsun Holidays, which for 2023 are scheduled for c.May 26th – 6th June 2023 (give or take based on local areas), you can expect the crowds to be very busy. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in June 

But what about if you are thinking about visiting Disneyland Paris in June? The truth is that as the weather in Paris heads towards summer, you will find that the crowds in the park start to swell.

In fact I would say that June  is the start of the peak summer season but the crowds are definitely not at their highest in June compared to the rest of the summer months. However the start of June may see larger crowds if you are visiting during the UK Whitsun school holidays which in 2023 do push over into June. 

It is also worth noting that in June there is the Disneyland Paris Pride which will be held on 17th June 2023. This is a hugely popular event so you can expect crowds to be high on this day. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in July 

There is not way to sugar coat it, Disneyland Paris in July is one of the busiest months to visit. You can expect to reach capacity often in July. 

The reason for the parks being busy in July are down to the French school holidays usually starting around the second week of July. The rest of Europe also starts at a similar time which is much earlier than English school holidays. 

Also there are some public holidays in France such as Bastille Day on 14th July which is one of the busiest holidays in France. 

It is also worth saying that although the crowds tend to be at their peak in July, you also get the benefit of longer operational hours at Disney in the summer. 

You can also expect pretty good weather in July. July isn’t one of the rainiest months, and you can expect relatively good weather. However due to the heat you will definitely need to dress for the weather. Be sure to check out our what to wear in Disneyland Paris whatever the month for more information.

It is definitely worth considering staying on site if you travel to Disneyland Paris in July. The reason for this is that by staying at an on-site hotel you get early magic hours which allow you in the parks early and will help you get more rides done before the crowds arrive. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in August 

Disneyland Paris in August is actually one of the busiest times of year to visit – though not actually the busiest.

The Disneyland Paris Crowd Calendar for August tells us that August is busier at the beginning of the month than at the end. That is because at the beginning of August the British, French, Dutch, Spanish and German school children have their summer holidays. Basically every European country has a holiday at the start of August. 

However, although British schools don’t go back to school until September, other European countries go back to school from the middle to end of August so it will start to get quieter as the month goes on. 

But despite the crowds the park is open longer in August than they are in the Winter months. It is also worth trying to stay on site in August as you will get Early Magic Hours which will help you try and beat the crowds and get on some rides without large queues. 

For me, one of the pros to visit Disneyland Paris in August is the weather as it tends to be dry and hot. However for some the weather may be too hot, especially if you are traveling to Disneyland Paris pregnant or with babies for instance. 

Usually the weather at Disneyland Paris in august is on average around 20ºC but will often hover around the mid twenties and even reach the 30s on a hot year. 

herefore it is important to think through what you pack for Disneyland Paris in August and plan your day to make use of the shade and get out of the Midday sun. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in September 

Are you wondering if visiting Disneyland Paris in September is a good time to go? Well I have good, no great news for you. In my opinion it is one of the best months to visit Disneyland Paris due to the combination of good weather and lack of crowds. 

In terms of business, there are no school holidays in the UK, France or the rest of Europe during September which automatically makes it quieter. On top of that there are no public holidays to worry about. There are also no seasonal events that cause crowds to swell. 

Another pro to visiting Disneyland Paris in September is that the weather is still pretty good without the super high temperatures that you can get in August. 

Also if you visit during the last week of September (depending on the year) you may get to see the Disneyland Paris Halloween decorations. 

If you want low crowds then September may be one of my favorite picks for the best time to go to Disneyland Paris. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in October 

Is Disneyland Paris in October a good time to visit? Well I would have to say it really depends on what you are looking for in your visit. 

One of the reasons I love visiting Disneyland Paris in October is because of the Halloween Decorations. Halloween at Disneyland Paris is one of my favorite times to visit because it has brilliant decor, unique meet and greets such as Jack Skellington and classic characters in halloween costumes – be sure to check out our post on best questions to ask Disney characters to help you get the best character interactions. 

The only downside to October though is that it can be crowded this month due to the special season and school holidays.

If you want to have less crowds in the park then I advise you to go earlier in the month and avoid October half term. Also if you want to know what the best day to visit Disneyland Paris is in October I would say avoid weekends when the crowds are higher. 

Also it is worth noting that October does start to get cold at Disneyland Paris so you will need to start packing lots of layers. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in November 

If you are wondering if November in Disneyland Paris is a good time to visit let me tell you, November is not only a good month to visit Disneyland Paris, it is in fact my opinion that November is one of the best months to Disneyland Paris. 

November isn’t considered peak season at Disneyland Paris and therefore doesn’t have the largest crowds and is much cheaper to visit and see the Christmas decorations as opposed to visiting in December. 

However some of the dates you may want to avoid if you are traveling to Disneyland Paris in November if you can are:

• 1st November – All Saints’ Day or La Toussaint in French. 
• 11th November – Armistice Day or Jour d’armistice in French

Please note: Disneyland Paris for Thanksgiving does not have any special events. 

It is also worth noting that November usually sees two seasonal decorations at Disneyland Paris. Halloween at Disneyland Paris usually runs to around 6th November depending on the year. And the Christmas decorations usually go up during the second week of November depending on the year (Check the Disney website for more information) 

You will find the crowds at their lowest between the decoration change over however if you want to see the Christmas decorations for Disney’s Enchanted Christmas the crowds will definitely be lower in November and December. 

However, the only downside to visiting this month is that the weather can be very cold and rainy. 

Visiting Disneyland Paris in December 

Disneyland Paris in December is actually one of our favourite times of year to visit the park. The main reason for this is because it has seasonal decorations as part of the Disney’s Enchanted Christmas. 

The enchanted Christmas theme, decorations, shows and special Christmas parade makes it a magical experience no matter what age children you are visiting Disneyland Paris with.

However Disneyland Paris in December is very busy – especially towards the end of the month. In fact Disneyland Paris on Christmas Day is one of the busiest days of the year at the park and the Christmas week as a whole is very very busy. 

This is also one of the most expensive times to year to visit Disneyland Paris. Another downside to visiting at this time is the cold weather and shortened hours. However we think the enchanted Christmas theme more than makes up for this. However if you want cheaper and less crowds you should avoid December. 

Best time to go to Disneyland Paris FAQs

Now we have given you a month by month overview we will turn our attention to your frequently asked questions about the best time to go to Disneyland Paris to help you narrow time the best time for your Disneyland Paris vacation. 

Cheapest Times to Visit Disneyland Paris

If you are looking for the cheapest times to visit Disneyland Paris then the months you should be considering are January, February, March and November. And more specifically the dates you should be considering are:

• January – after the schools have returned and the Christmas decorations and Disney’s Enchanted Christmas has finished. 
• February – first two weeks of the month.
• March -beginning of the month and weekdays. With the proviso that Easter does not fall in March
• November – especially weekdays between the Halloween decorations going down and the Christmas decorations going up. 

However it is worth noting again that if you decide on visiting in some of the quieter months such as January and February you may find there are some rides closed for maintenance. BE sure to check Disneyland Paris scheduled ride closures before booking if there is a ride at the top of your Disneyland Paris bucket list that is a must do on your trip. 

Also if you are wanting to visit Disneyland Paris on a budget it is worth checking out promotional offers such as those on Black Friday and checking out our tips and tricks for visiting Disneyland Paris which will help you save money on your bookings.

Best Time to Go to Disneyland Paris for Less Crowds

If budget is not your primary concern when going to Disneyland Paris then probably your next concern is crowds. If you are looking for the dates at Disneyland Paris when the crowds will be less I would consider:

• January – after the schools have returned and the Christmas decorations and Disney’s Enchanted Christmas has finished. 
• February – first two weeks of the month.
• March -beginning of the month and weekdays. With the proviso that Easter does not fall in March
• November – especially weekdays between the Halloween decorations going down and the Christmas decorations going up. 

As with any time of year you are visiting Disneyland Paris it is also worth noting weekdays (unless there is a public holiday in France) are usually quieter. For more information on the best day to visit Disneyland Paris check out this post. 

It is again worth stressing that if you decide on visiting in some of the quieter months such as January and February you may find there are some rides closed for maintenance. 

However, this as with the budget options is not always guaranteed and crowds at Disneyland Paris can also be high and change year on year. This is just an educated guess based off personal experience and moderation of previous years crowds.

Best Time To Visit For Good Weather

As anyone who has lived or visited Europe can attest, the weather in Europe s changeable and unpredictable whatever month you are traveling in. However generally speaking these are the best times to visit Disneyland Paris for good weather: 

• May and June – not overly rainy but not too hot as some of the summer months can be
• September – again the super high temperatures of August have started to fall and the weather is still relatively dry.

In the summer and winter you will find there are extremes of temperature which may impact your visit if you are not used to the weather.

Worst Time to Visit Disneyland Paris

Generally speaking the worst time to visit Disneyland Paris has to be during school holidays in Europe and the UK and on a French Public Holiday. The public holidays and some of the worst days to visit Disneyland Paris in 2023 are:

• 1st January – New Years Day
• 7th April – Good Friday 
• 10th April – Easter Monday
• 1st May – Labour Day
• 8th May – Victory Day
• 18th May – Ascension Day
• 28th May – Whit Sunday
• 29th May – Whit Monday 
• 14th July – Bastille Day
• 15th August – Assumption Day
• 1st November – All Saints Day
• 11th November – Armistice Day
• 25th December – Christmas Day
• 26th December – St Stephen’s Day

Best Time To Visit For Halloween Decorations and Meet and Greets

If you want to visit to see the Halloween decorations and do the special Halloween Meet and greets you need to prepare for crowds as this is one of the most popular seasons at Disneyland Paris.

However if you do want to visit when it is quieter I recommend picking the start of the Halloween season at Disneyland Paris and choose a weekday over a weekend. 

Best Time To Visit For Christmas Decorations and Christmas Meet and Greets 

The Christmas Season at Disneyland Paris tends to run from the end of November until early January. If you want to visit to see the Christmas decorations and do the Christmas meet and greets then you should definitely visit as earlier as possible in the season.

We went the first week it was up in November and it was much quieter than in December. The crowds swell more as the month of December goes on and you will find the Christmas school holiday period to be one of the busiest weeks of the year at Disneyland Paris. 

Have you been to Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments when you went and what your experience was.