What is the best time to ride Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?

At California Adventure, Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 8 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?

The standby wait for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging runs about 16 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 60 minutes at its busiest.

Does Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging break down a lot?

Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging is currently graded Mostly reliable for reliability. Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 70 minutes.

Is there a height requirement for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?

No. Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Does Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging have Lightning Lane?

No. Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging Wait Time & Best Time to Ride

At Disneyland Resort's California Adventure, Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging is a ride worth planning around. This guide shows the current wait, typical wait, best time to ride, ride length, drop and intensity, Lightning Lane, and whether it is worth rope dropping.

Updated September 8, 2026. Live waits refresh throughout the day.

Right now Park closed

Typical wait 16 min

Peak seen 60 min

Quietest hour 8 AM

Quick facts

Land: Pixar Pier
Height: Any height
Lightning Lane: No
Opened: 2018
Ride length: About 9 minutes
Thrill: Gentle

Best Time to Ride Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (8 AM); the wait usually peaks around 8 PM.

5 8AM

6 9AM

11 10AM

16 11AM

18 12PM

17 1PM

15 2PM

15 3PM

18 4PM

21 5PM

25 6PM

29 7PM

32 8PM

10 9PM

Pro tip: ride Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before California Adventure closes. If you would rather not wait at all, aim for those low-wait windows.

Is Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging Reliable?

Mostly reliable Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 70 minutes.

Should You Rope Drop Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?

The shortest waits for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging are right at rope drop and in the final hour before California Adventure closes, so arriving for park open is usually worth it. If the line is already long, ride later in the evening or use Lightning Lane.

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Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging FAQ

What is the best time to ride Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?: At California Adventure, Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 8 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?: The standby wait for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging runs about 16 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 60 minutes at its busiest.
Does Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging break down a lot?: Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging is currently graded Mostly reliable for reliability. Running about 99 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 70 minutes.
Is there a height requirement for Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging?: No. Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging have Lightning Lane?: No. Pixar Pal-A-Round, non-swinging does not offer Lightning Lane, so standby is the only line.

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