6 things to expect when Downtown Disney Strict at Disneyland reopens
When Downtown Disney District reopens on July 9, 2020, at Disneyland guests will be following new health and safety measures.
There are specific changes to be aware of when the eating, shopping and entertainment district reopens.
1. Guest Parking and Entrances
During this initial reopening phase, Guests will be instructed to self-park in the Simba Parking Lot and make their way to the Downtown Disney District entrance adjacent to the Disneyland Hotel, near Earl of Sandwich. All other Guest parking locations will be closed. Rideshare drop-offs will occur on Harbor Boulevard Guest drop-off and pick-up location, or at the Downtown Disney District Guest drop-off and pick-up location on Downtown Drive.
2. Temperature and Security Screenings
All Guests are required to undergo temperature screenings prior to entering the Downtown Disney District in front of the designated Downtown Disney District security screening location. Anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 F or above will be directed to an additional location for rescreening. A Guest with a temperature of 100.4 F or above—in addition to everyone in the Guest’s traveling party—will not be allowed entry.
3. Enhanced Cleanliness Procedures
Increased cleaning procedures will take place in high-traffic areas such as handrails, benches, tables, handles, restrooms and more. Additionally, the Downtown Disney District will reopen with hand sanitizer and hand-washing locations, and Guests are highly encouraged to use these while visiting.
4. Face Coverings
Guests are required to bring and wear face coverings when visiting the Downtown Disney District. All face coverings should:
- Fully cover an individual’s nose and mouth and allow the Guest to remain hands-free
- Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
- Be secured with ties or ear loops
- Be made of breathable material, either disposable or reusable
5. Changes for Physical Distancing
Directional signage, including ground markings, will help promote proper physical distancing when queuing is needed at a location. Physical barriers have been added in select places where it is difficult to maintain strict physical distancing guidelines. These may be visible in areas around cash registers, for example, to help ensure proper distances between people. Guests are being asked to use cashless payment options while visiting the Downtown Disney District, including debit cards, credit cards, Disney gift cards, etc. Guests can also use contactless payment options, such as mobile wallets, or purchase a Disney Gift Card at the World of Disney store and select merchandise locations for use at Disney-owned and ‑operated merchandise locations.
6. Dining at the Downtown Disney District
Dining locations at the Downtown Disney District will begin to reopen in a way that incorporates our enhanced health and safety measures, including physical distancing, the use of appropriate face coverings by Operating Participant employees, Cast Members and Guests, increased cleaning procedures and limited-contact Guest services.
To promote physical distancing and touchless transactions, a number of changes are being made to our dining locations, including:
- Increased outdoor patio-style seating available at select locations
- Parties seated at tables 6 feet apart
- Digital or single-use menus available at many locations
Guests will be able to make advance dining reservations by booking online or on the official Disneyland app. Some dining locations may also use their own reservation system or virtual waitlist.
