Crash Shuts Disney Way, Snarling Disneyland Holiday Arrivals

Overview

• All lanes on Disney Way were closed after a crash on December 7, forcing traffic diversions during one of the busiest weeks of the year.
• Guests faced extended delays reaching parking, drop-off areas, and park entrances, increasing the risk of missed dining reservations and Lightning Lane return times.
• The incident underscored Disneyland’s limited alternative routes due to its compact urban footprint, which gives single-road closures outsized effects.
• Meaningful access improvements would require coordination with the City of Anaheim, significant investment, and multi-year planning, with no immediate fix indicated.
• Separately, Disney California Adventure’s Lamplight Lounge will undergo mid-January refurbishment, and its page no longer lists weekend brunch after reopening, a change not yet confirmed by Disney.