Planning a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth?

Here are the best times to go to Disneyland.

For a general idea of what to expect when, keep the following seasons in mind.

Exterior of Disneyland castle

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Tacking heavy crowds onto that list can burst your magical bubble in no time.

With that in mind, fall can be counted on as Disneyland’s least busy season.

Another off-peak season to consider is winter.

Mickey Mouse at parade at Disneyland

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To avoid queueing foryour favorite rideunder the hot sun, try visiting at another time of year.

It’s best to prepare by layering clothing, and maybe by packing an umbrella, too.

While SoCal is typically immune from heavy rain, winter is its wettest season.

Fireworks at Disneyland

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One-day, one-park tickets start at $104 but can increase significantly, especially around major holidays.

In the Christmas and New Year’s weeks, for example, the least expensive ticket costs $179.

Adult visitors may want to schedule their trip during one of Disneyland’s award-winning food festivals.

Snow White’s Seven Dwarfs at Disneyland

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The festival also offers interactive culinary and mixology demonstrations, fitting for a group vacation.

If you don’t mind larger crowds, though, consider visiting during the Disney Festival of Holidays.

From November to January, this event celebrates the season with delicious treats honoring a number of winter traditions.