New and Returning Disney Characters at 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash

First Look at the New and Returning Characters at Oogie Boogie Bash 2026

The spookiest season of the year has officially arrived at Disney California Adventure, and partygoers attending Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party are in for an incredible lineup of character encounters! From brand-new villain debuts along the treat trails to fan-favorite photo ops throughout the park, this year’s lineup offers plenty of sinister surprises.

Here is your full breakdown of all the new and returning characters haunting DCA during this year’s event!

New Villain Debut on the Treat Trails

• Yzma (The Emperor’s New Groove): Making her long-awaited debut at Oogie Boogie Bash, the iconic potion-making villainess has set up camp on the Grizzly Peak treat trail. Guests can catch her plotting her latest schemes, showing off her colorful vials, and waiting for someone to “pull the lever!”

Returning Treat Trail Favorites

The interactive treat trails continue to be the star attraction of the party, bringing back some of the most popular baddies from previous years:

• Oogie Boogie (The Nightmare Before Christmas): Hosting his signature trail inside the Disney Animation Building.
• Ernesto de la Cruz (Coco): Serenading guests near the Hyperion Theater queue.
• Agatha Harkness (Agatha All Along / Marvel Studios): Casting spells in the Ancient Sanctum at Avengers Campus.
• Judge Doom (Who Framed Roger Rabbit): Terrorizing Toons near Hollywood Lounge.
• Dr. Doofenshmirtz (Phineas and Ferb): Showing off his latest “inators” at the Disney Theater.
• Hades (Hercules): Cracking jokes and holding court at the Hollywood Backlot Stage.
• Syndrome (The Incredibles): Showing off his villainous genius at the Pixar Pier Bandshell.
• Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty): Bringing her chilling presence to the Grizzly Peak Trail.

Roaming Villains & Classic Character Encounters

Outside of the treat trails, rare characters and seasonal favorites are greeting guests across the park:

• The Sanderson Sisters Trio: Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarabelle Cow are back in their legendary Hocus Pocus attire at Paradise Gardens Park.
• Kingdom Hearts Friends: Mickey, Donald, and Goofy in their outfits from the hit video game series.
• Rare Classic Villains: Guests can spot the Evil Queen, Cruella De Vil, Dr. Facilier, Gaston, and Anastasia and Drizella making roaming appearances along Hollywood Boulevard and surrounding areas.
• Hercules Trio: Megara, Pain, and Panic are greeting fans in Hollywood Land.
• Marvel & Pixar Favorites: Avengers including Scarlet Witch, Black Panther, and Spider-Man at Avengers Campus, alongside Edna Mode, Mr. Incredible, and Toy Story characters throughout Pixar Pier.

Cars Land Characters in Haul-O-Ween Attire

Over in Radiator Screams, the residents of Cars Land are getting into the spooky spirit with their clever “car-stumes”! Guests can cruise down Route 66 to meet Lightning McQueen dressed as a superhero, Tow Mater rocking his hilarious vampire “Vampire Mater” outfit, Cruz Ramirez styled as a pirate, and Red the Fire Truck transformed into a clown. Their customized festive looks make for some of the best and most unique photo ops in the entire park!

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