When the suns goes down in Anaheim, Disneyland takes on a different ambiance, daytime's bright colors and longer views giving way to a more intimate feel. The darkness makes it seem even more like a place that's separate from anything outside its boundaries and sparkling lights give it a cheery twinkle.
This view of Main Street U.S.A., with all the buildings outlined in white lights and everything taking on a warm glow This photo taken from "the hub" during the Christmas holiday season is a perfect example. The place is so different - and so magical - after dark that it's well worth your efforts to manage your energy so you can stay into the night, at least for a few hours.
This view of Main Street U.S.A., with all the buildings outlined in white lights and everything taking on a warm glow This photo taken from "the hub" during the Christmas holiday season is a perfect example. The place is so different - and so magical - after dark that it's well worth your efforts to manage your energy so you can stay into the night, at least for a few hours.
During the busiest times of the year at Disneyland, the daily parade is often held near or after sunset. The darker surroundings throw the colorful characters and floats into eye-popping contrast. Even if you've seen it once during the day, if you're at Disneyland after dark for enough days that you've had time to see the fireworks and Fantasmic, it's worth your time to see it again in the evening.
The castle looks great in the dark and if you peep across the drawbridge, you'll see Fantasyland on the other side.
Disneyland sets off a fireworks show most evenings, but the show you'll see varies, with special ones for some holidays and seasonal variations.
Fantasmic features cartoon clips projected onto screens made from water mist, mixed with live action on the Rivers of America. Mickey Mouse's imagination summons a host of iconic Disney characters, along with a fire-breathing dragon that he ultimately defeats.
Many of Disneyland's rides are indoor rides, so-called "dark" rides because it's always night time inside, but a few are outdoors. Some are more fun at night, or so different than they are in daylight that you may want to enjoy them twice.
With a futuristic theme and design elements rooted in the mid-twentieth century modernism, Tomorrowland glows with colorful neon lighting, highlighting the iconic buildings. The next few photos show some of the reasons we've chosen it as the best area of Disneyland after dark.
We love the contrast between the red sign border and the blue-colored light, both on the Space Mountain building and in the sky. During Halloween season, the lighting on the roof changes to a montage of creepy scenes and textures.
