Disney fans have plenty to discover atย Oogie Boogie Bash 2026. This year, Disney California Adventure brings new entertainment, new characters, returning favorites, and some surprise appearances that fans did not expect.
New Madame Leota Street Party
First, one of the biggest changes this year is Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake โ A Haunted Mansion Street Party.
The new entertainment replaces the former Frightfully Fun Parade. During the show, Madame Leota hosts a spooky celebration filled with music, dancing, ghosts, and Haunted Mansion-inspired fun.
As a result, guests can experience a completely different Halloween show during the 2026 party.
Yzma Makes Her Debut
Next, Yzma from The Emperor’s New Groove makes her Oogie Boogie Bash debut.
She joins the villain experiences at the party, giving fans a chance to meet one of Disney’s most memorable villains. Therefore, fans of the classic animated movie have a new character to add to their must-see list.
Surprise Characters at Oogie Boogie Bash
However, Yzma is not the only surprise this year.
Some characters appeared at Oogie Boogie Bash without Disney announcing them ahead of time. These unexpected appearances have made the 2026 event even more exciting for character hunters.
Dr. Facilier
Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog appeared during the event. His unexpected appearance gives fans another rare villain encounter to look for.
Gaston
Gaston from Beauty and the Beast also appeared during Oogie Boogie Bash. His appearance adds another popular Disney villain to the character lineup.
Remy and Emile
Fans of Ratatouille also have something to celebrate. Remy and Emile appeared at the event, giving Pixar fans a fun surprise.
Because Disney did not heavily promote every character appearance before the event, guests can discover even more surprises as they explore the park.
More Characters to See
Of course, the surprise appearances join many returning favorites.
Guests can also encounter characters such as:
- Oogie Boogie
- Maleficent
- The Evil Queen
- Cruella de Vil
- Hades
- Syndrome
- Dr. Doofenshmirtz
- Ernesto de la Cruz
- Agatha Harkness
- Anastasia and Drizella
- Yzma
The character lineup can change, so guests should keep an eye out throughout the evening.
Trick-or-Treat Trails
Of course, Treat Trails remain one of the biggest parts of Oogie Boogie Bash.
Guests can collect candy while encountering Disney villains and other characters along the way. Therefore, families can enjoy character experiences while filling their treat bags.
Headless Horseman and Ichabod Crane
Another Halloween favorite returns with Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman.
Their appearance adds another spooky moment to the evening. So, while exploring Disney California Adventure, keep an eye out for this classic Halloween encounter.
Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 Has Plenty of Surprises
Overall, Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 brings plenty of new experiences to Disneyland.
The new Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake, Yzma’s debut, and unexpected appearances from Dr. Facilier, Gaston, Remy, and Emile give this year’s event a fresh lineup.
At the same time, returning favorites such as Villains Grove, Treat Trails, Oogie Boogie, and the Headless Horseman continue to make the Halloween party special.
So, if you attend Oogie Boogie Bash this year, don’t only follow the event map. Instead, keep looking around because you never know which Disney character might appear next.
