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Pixar Pal-A-Round
Pixar Pal-A-Round is a ferris wheel attraction in Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure. See the current wait, recent wait patterns, a ride POV, and related community coverage.
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5 min
Open 8am–9pm
Updated 4 min ago · Pacific time
Unofficial. Check the Disneyland app for official times.
HeightAny height
Lightning LaneNot offered
Single riderNot offered
Ride typeferris wheel
Today’s crowdEasy · 3/10
Ride details updated September 23, 2026. Lightning Lane and single-rider availability may vary; check the Disneyland app on your visit day.
Ride details
- Originally opened
- 2001
- Approx. experience
- 9 min
Current version: 2018
Estimated experience time includes pre-shows and an allowance for exiting, where applicable. Queue time is extra.
Sources and notes
- Opening year: Disney D23: attraction history ↗ Originally Sun Wheel. Current version: Disney D23: attraction history ↗.
- Duration: TouringPlans: experience durations ↗. Times are approximate and can vary.
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Power bank, 20,000mAh
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Reusable rain poncho
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