Disneyland Princess Nite 'Park After Dark' Dates Announced For 2023

ANAHEIM, CA — Disneyland After Dark events are returning to the park for 2023, with true love as a prominent theme.

"Love is in the air for the ultimate date night and your presence is hereby requested at a royal gathering with two specially-themed, limited-time after-park hours events," a spokesperson for the park shared in a recent news release.

Disneyland After Dark: Sweetheart's Nite is returning and Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite is making its debut in 2023.

Magical entertainment includes encounters with Disney characters, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities, food and drink items, collectible merchandise and more will make these special celebrations "must-attend events" for Disneyland fans.

Here's the breakdown:

Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite
Jan. 31, Feb. 2, 5, 7, 9, 14, 16, 2023, at Disneyland Park
Sweethearts’ Nite will take place on seven different “date nights” in Disneyland park.

• Gaze up at a special-themed fireworks show
• Dance at the Royal Ball hosted by Aladdin and Jasmine near “it’s a small world”
• Take a moonlit cruise on the Mark Twain Riverboat with the sounds of a live jazz ensemble
• Relax and unwind to the sounds of island music from a Polynesian trio drifting through the night air at The Tropical Hideaway
• Delight in many deliciously themed menu items available for purchase, created just for the event
• Capture your moment with photo opportunities with darling Disney couples and spots inspired by romantic scenes from Disney films such as “Lady and the Tramp” and “The Little Mermaid,” including unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads from the party
• Enjoy pre-party mix-in admission to Disneyland park starting at 6 p.m., no theme park reservation is required.

Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite
March 7 & 9, 2023, at Disneyland Park

Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite is an all-new event where guests will celebrate under the stars where adventurous heroines and aspirational hearts unite. Immerse yourself in this empowering night at Disneyland park with iconic characters who light the world with kindness, courage, and a touch of magic.

With shimmering décor, special photo opportunities, themed food and beverage offerings, commemorative keepsakes and characters galore, you’ll be ready to step into your own adventure of bravery and grace.

• Receive a royal welcome at the Disneyland Train Station featuring Princess Minnie Mouse and Princess Daisy Duck with fanfare trumpeters
• Enjoy an inspiring musical concert celebrating heartwarming, adventurous heroines including Moana, Merida and more accompanied by live vocalists
• Raise the royal roof and dance the night away at the high-energy, candy-themed dance party at Tomorrowland stage with Vanellope Von Schweetz
• Revel in Tiana’s Southern hospitality and dance along to jazz music in New Orleans Square
• Savor specialty menu items befitting royalty throughout Disneyland park, available for purchase
• Picture yourself in photo backdrops inspired by Disney films like “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Princess Diaries” including unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital photo downloads from the party
• Have a ball with pre-party mix-in admission to Disneyland park starting at 6 p.m., no theme park reservation is required

Tickets will be available on Disneyland.com starting Dec. 12, 2022 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), with a limited number of tickets for these Disneyland After Dark events go on pre-sale for Magic Key holders.

On Dec. 14, 2022 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), tickets will go on sale to the general public and are subject to availability.

More information is available at disneyparks.disney.go.