Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite Returns for Four Galactic Evenings in 2026
Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite is back for 2026, bringing four special ticketed evenings packed with character encounters, cosmic treats, and a galaxy far, far away inside Disneyland Park. Fans can meet Darth Maul, sample all-new menu items, and soak up the atmosphere long after the park closes to day guests.
Get ready for a galactic night to remember. Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite is charging back into Disneyland Park for 2026, transforming the resort into a fan's dream destination with exclusive character meet-and-greets, themed food, and the kind of immersive energy that only an after-hours event can deliver.
A Ticketed Event Made for Star Wars Fans
This separately ticketed celebration gives Star Wars fans the run of Disneyland Park from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., with early entry beginning at 6 p.m. on each event night. Best of all, no separate theme park reservation is required, making it easier to jump straight into the festivities after work or school.
Key Details
- Location: Disneyland Park, Anaheim, California
- Event Dates: April 28, April 30, May 4, and May 6, 2026
- Main Event Hours: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Early Entry: 6 p.m. on each event night
- Special Guest: Darth Maul character encounter
- Ticket: Separate event ticket required, no park reservation needed
Meet Darth Maul and Try New Cosmic Treats
The headlining draw this year is a rare chance to meet Darth Maul in person. The horned Sith rarely makes appearances in the parks, so his inclusion instantly turns this event into a bucket-list moment for fans of The Phantom Menace, The Clone Wars, and the upcoming Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. Alongside the character experience, Disneyland will roll out an all-new lineup of cosmic-themed treats and drinks designed exclusively for the evening.
Landing the event across the week of Star Wars Day on May 4 is no accident either. Fans who plan their trip right can celebrate the unofficial holiday inside the park itself, surrounded by other Star Wars faithful in costume and decked-out ride overlays.
What This Means for Star Wars Fans
Disneyland After Dark events have become a reliable way for the resort to give niche fandoms their own dedicated spotlight, and Star Wars Nite has grown into one of the most anticipated entries on the calendar. With four dates spread across late April and early May, Darth Maul headlining the character list, and a fresh food menu in tow, 2026 looks like the strongest version of the event yet. If you've been waiting for the right excuse to book a Disneyland trip this spring, this is it.