Measles Exposure Reported at Disneyland Resort

Traveler from out of country visited theme parks while infectious

Feb. 1, 2026 at 10:31am

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Orange County health officials have warned that a person with infectious measles spent the day at the Disneyland Resort last Wednesday, February 26th. The traveler, who was from out of the country, visited Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Goofy's Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel during their time at the parks.

Why it matters

Theme parks are known to be efficient vectors for the spread of disease, with large crowds of people from various backgrounds gathered in close quarters for extended periods. This incident raises concerns about the potential for a measles outbreak, especially given the 2015 measles outbreak at Disneyland that led to stricter vaccination policies in California.

The details

The traveler arrived at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) before visiting the Disneyland Resort. They were at Goofy's Kitchen in the Disneyland Hotel from 10:30am, and then spent time at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure from around 12:30pm until park closing on Wednesday. Health officials have not yet reported any confirmed cases of measles resulting from this exposure.

  • The traveler visited Disneyland Resort on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.
  • The traveler was at Goofy's Kitchen from 10:30am and then visited the parks from 12:30pm until closing.

The players

Orange County Health Officials

The local health department that issued the warning about the measles exposure at the Disneyland Resort.

Disneyland Resort

The theme park resort located in Anaheim, California that includes Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.

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What they’re saying

“Theme parks are efficient vectors for the spread of disease, with large collections of people from various walks of life put together in close quarters for extended periods, such as in queues.”

— Theme Park Insider, Theme Park Insider

What’s next

Health officials are advising anyone who may have been exposed to the measles virus at the Disneyland Resort on February 26th to contact their healthcare provider about receiving immunoglobulin treatment, which can help prevent infection if administered quickly.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing need for vigilance around vaccine-preventable diseases, especially in crowded public settings like theme parks. It serves as a reminder for both theme park visitors and the general public to stay up-to-date on recommended vaccinations, including getting measles titers checked, in order to protect themselves and their communities.