Mike, Sulley and Boo Took Over a Disneyland Hotel for Halloween!
Pixar Place Hotel Halloween is here for the first time ever, and Monsters, Inc. is running the show. Through October 31, 2026, the Disneyland Resort hotel will feature new artwork of Mike, Sulley, Boo, and friends in costume. Disney has released free Monsters, Inc. Halloween wallpapers for phones, computers, and smartwatches, and hotel guests can join a complimentary Treat Trail.
The other two Disneyland hotels got in on the fun too, with a Haunted Mansion lobby at the Disneyland Hotel and a jaw-dropping Nightmare Before Christmas confection at the Grand Californian. Here's what your family can see, download and do before Halloween Time wraps up.
Key Takeaways
What: Pixar Place Hotel's first Halloween makeover, themed to Monsters, Inc., plus new free Monsters, Inc. Halloween wallpapers.
Where: Pixar Place Hotel, 1717 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802, with more Halloween decor at the Disneyland Hotel and Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
When: During Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort, which ends October 31, 2026.
Treat Trail: Free trick-or-treating for Disneyland Resort hotel guests on select October dates, 3–5 p.m. Sign up at the Front Desk.
Wallpapers: Free to download for desktop, mobile and smart watch, no hotel stay needed.
Hotel Deal: Up to 20% off select stays of three or more nights, October 11 through December 18, 2026.
Inside the Pixar Place Hotel Halloween Makeover
This is the first time Pixar Place Hotel has dressed up for Halloween, and it went all in on Monsters, Inc. New artwork shows Mike, Sulley, Boo and other monsters in Halloween costumes, all built around a fun storyline: the monsters are passing “trick-or-scream” candy bags back and forth between their world and ours, right through those famous closet doors.
The fun starts before you even reach the lobby, because the entrance carpet is part of the design. Inside, the artwork is packed with hidden seasonal details, so turn it into a scavenger hunt and see how many tiny Halloween surprises your kids can spot.
The makeover is the work of Brett Snodgrass, a digital artist on Disneyland Resort's Resort Enhancement team. He spent about two years developing it with Walt Disney Imagineering and Pixar, working closely with the studio so every monster looks just like it does on screen.
Parent Tip: Watch Monsters, Inc. together before your trip. Kids who know the doors, the scream canisters and Boo's hiding spots will catch way more of the hidden jokes.
Download the Free Monsters, Inc. Halloween Wallpapers
You don't need a hotel reservation to enjoy this part. Disney released a free set of Monsters, Inc. Halloween wallpapers inspired by the Pixar Place Hotel artwork, in sizes for desktop computers, phones, and smartwatches.
The designs are bursting with candy-themed art and silly monster treats like Bog Water Taffy, Carasmell Chews and Sludge Brownies, along with the iconic doors from the 2001 film. Like the hotel decor, they're full of hidden characters and details to find.
Grab your favorites from the Monsters, Inc. Halloween wallpaper download page on the Disney Parks Blog. Just tap the version for your device and save the image.
Parent Tip: Set one as the lock screen on the family tablet for the rest of October. It's an easy, free way to make Halloween feel special at home.
The Halloween Time Treat Trail for Disneyland Hotel Guests
Staying overnight? Kids of all ages can go trick-or-treating on the complimentary Halloween Time Treat Trail across the three Disneyland Resort hotels.
Who: Registered Disneyland Resort hotel guests, all ages
Remaining Dates: Thursday, Oct. 22; Sunday, Oct. 25; Tuesday, Oct. 27; Thursday, Oct. 29; and Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Complimentary
How to Join: Stop by your hotel's Front Desk for a wristband, goodie guide and treat bag
Schedules can change, so confirm the day's Treat Trail at the Front Desk or on the Disneyland Resort hotel activities page when you check in.
Parent Tip: The 3 p.m. start lines up nicely with a midday park break. Head back to the hotel, trick-or-treat, rest up, then return to the parks for Halloween fun after dark.
More Halloween Fun at Pixar Place Hotel
Pixar Place Hotel keeps the monster theme going after dark. On Mondays, families can catch an outdoor screening of Monsters, Inc. at 8 p.m. on the 3rd Floor Pool Deck, and the same deck hosts a faux pumpkin decorating craft from 6 to 7 p.m. That makes Monday, Oct. 26, a perfect monster-themed evening.
Art-loving kids can also wander The Art of Pixar Gallery in the hotel's second-floor atrium, which currently celebrates the 20th anniversary of Cars with drawings, paintings, sculptures and behind-the-scenes footage. Some hotel activities may need a reservation or carry a fee, so ask the Front Desk for the week's schedule.
Hungry? The Sketch Pad Café near the lobby serves coffee, pastries and grab-and-go bites from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with seasonal items during Halloween Time.
Halloween at the Disneyland Hotel and Grand Californian
Disneyland Hotel: Haunted Mansion Spooks and a Giant Mickey Pumpkin
The Disneyland Hotel lobby takes its cue from the Haunted Mansion, with displays featuring the four doomed souls from the attraction's famous stretching room. Snap a family photo in front of the wrought iron gates.
Near Goofy's Kitchen, look for a 5-foot Mickey Mouse pumpkin confection hiding 13 Hidden Mickeys. Pumpkin fans can also watch a professional carver at work during demonstrations on select dates through October 31, and Wednesdays bring a faux pumpkin craft from 6 to 7 p.m. and an 8 p.m. screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas on the Frontier Lawn.
Grand Californian: A Halloween Town Made of Sweets
On Spiral Hill at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the pastry team built “Halloween Town,” an edible scene starring Jack Skellington, Sally, Zero, Oogie Boogie and the Mayor. It took more than 800 hours and loads of sugar: 140 pounds of fondant, 175 pounds of chocolate, 150 pounds of powdered sugar, 105 pounds of rice cereal and 38 pounds of marshmallows.
Halloween Character Dining
Storytellers Cafe at the Grand Californian serves “Mickey's Autumn Adventures” at breakfast and brunch and “Clarabelle's Enchanted Halloween Dinner” in the evening. Over at the Disneyland Hotel, Goofy's Kitchen has a Halloween buffet for breakfast, brunch and dinner.
Parent Tip: Character meals fill up fast in late October. Book as early as you can, and have a backup time in mind.
Save on a Fall Stay at a Disneyland Resort Hotel
Discount: Up to 20% off select room types
Stay Dates: Nights from October 11 through December 18, 2026
Minimum Stay: 3 consecutive nights
Book By: December 15, 2026
Hotels: Pixar Place Hotel, Disneyland Hotel, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel and Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
The deal covers both Halloween Time and the start of the holiday season, which begins November 13. Rooms are limited, park tickets and park reservations are separate, and the offer can't be combined with other hotel discounts. Get the full details on the Disneyland Resort fall room offer page, or compare more options in our list of family-friendly hotels near Disneyland.
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Takeaway
Pixar Place Hotel's first Halloween is a treat for Monsters, Inc. fans, with costumed monsters, candy-passing doors and hidden details to hunt for. Anyone can join the fun with the free wallpapers, while hotel guests get the Treat Trail, movie nights and pumpkin crafts.
Halloween Time ends October 31, so if a hotel stay is on your list, now's the moment. For everything happening inside the parks, see our complete guide to Halloween Time at Disneyland 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pixar Place Hotel decorate for Halloween?
Yes. 2026 is the first Halloween makeover at Pixar Place Hotel, themed to Monsters, Inc. The artwork shows Mike, Sulley, Boo and other monsters in Halloween costumes passing candy bags through the famous doors, with hidden details throughout. It's on display during Halloween Time, through October 31.
Where can I download the Monsters, Inc. Halloween wallpapers?
The free Monsters, Inc. Halloween wallpapers are available on the Disney Parks Blog in desktop, mobile and smart watch sizes. You don't need a hotel reservation or park ticket to download them. Just pick the version for your device and save the image.
Who can join the Disneyland hotel Treat Trail?
The complimentary Halloween Time Treat Trail is for guests staying at the Disneyland Resort hotels, and it's open to all ages. Sign up at the Front Desk for a wristband, goodie guide and treat bag. It runs from 3 to 5 p.m. on select October dates.
When does Halloween Time at Disneyland end in 2026?
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort runs through Saturday, October 31, 2026. After a short break, Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begins November 13, 2026, and continues through January 6, 2027.
Is there a Disneyland hotel discount this fall?
Yes. Disneyland Resort is offering up to 20% off select rooms at its four hotel properties for stays of three or more nights between October 11 and December 18, 2026. Book by December 15, and remember that park tickets and reservations are separate.
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