Person With Measles Visited Disneyland, LAX

Authorities warn of potential exposure at theme parks and airport

Feb. 1, 2026 at 12:47pm

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An international traveler with measles visited Disneyland, Disney California Adventure Park, and Los Angeles International Airport earlier this week, potentially exposing others to the highly contagious viral illness, according to public health officials.

Why it matters

Measles outbreaks can spread quickly, especially in crowded public places like theme parks and airports. This case highlights the ongoing need for vaccination and vigilance to prevent the spread of measles, which was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000 but has seen a resurgence in recent years.

The details

The infected individual was at Goofy's Kitchen in Disneyland Hotel from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park from 12:30 p.m. to closing on Wednesday. They also arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Terminal B on Monday night on Viva Aerobus flight No. 518, potentially exposing people there between 10:45 p.m. and 1 a.m. The person was also at a Dunkin' Donuts in Woodland Hills on Friday afternoon.

  • On Wednesday, the infected person was at Disneyland from 12:30 p.m. to closing.
  • On Monday, the infected person arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Terminal B between 10:45 p.m. and 1 a.m.

The players

Orange County Health Care Agency

The public health agency that announced the measles exposure at Disneyland.

County of Los Angeles Public Health

The public health agency that announced the measles exposure at LAX.

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What they’re saying

“'People who were at these locations during the date and time listed above may be at risk of developing measles from 7 to 21 days after being exposed,'”

— Orange County Health Care Agency (Patch)

What’s next

Passengers seated near the infected person on the flight will be notified, as will Disneyland employees who may have been exposed. Affected healthcare facilities are also notifying patients and staff about possible exposure.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the continued need for measles vaccination and vigilance, especially in crowded public settings, to prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease that was once considered eliminated in the U.S.