Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
This fun for all ages event is held on select nights in September and October at the Magic Kingdom Theme Park®. It's the one time of the year that you can see the Magic Kingdom decked out in all her splendor for the autumn season and our favorite spooky holiday--Halloween! The best part is the theme is, well, not so scary--so, that means it is fun for all ages and shouldn't frighten even the littlest of trick-or-treaters.
Some special fun you can expect during this exclusive extra-ticket-required event is:
Many people choose to take a relaxing morning and afternoon at their resort, shopping at Downtown Disney, or playing miniature golf (in other words, resting up) and then head over to the party. This means you will save a day on your Magic Your Way tickets by just using the special event ticket instead.
Some tips:
Fun at no extra cost:
The Magic Kingdom is all dressed up and waiting for you to take pictures by the autumn and Halloween inspired décor. From pumpkins to scarecrows to bunting carefully placed around the Magic Kingdom, your mouth will be agape at the seasonal wonder only Disney can create. You can also purchase a costume or a Halloween themed t-shirt that you can't find at the Disney store during this time of year.
Some special fun you can expect during this exclusive extra-ticket-required event is:
- Trick or treat your way down Main Street, U.S.A.!
- Disney Villains Dance Mix and Mingle!--a villainous welcome to the party!
- Mickey's "Boo to You" Halloween parade
- Happy HalloWishes--exclusive fireworks show
- Lots of Halloween costumed character meet-and-greet opportunities
Many people choose to take a relaxing morning and afternoon at their resort, shopping at Downtown Disney, or playing miniature golf (in other words, resting up) and then head over to the party. This means you will save a day on your Magic Your Way tickets by just using the special event ticket instead.
Some tips:
- Your ticket will get your admittance into the park at 4p.m., so head on over to ride some rides before the party officially starts at 7p.m.
- The party goes all the way until midnight--so, take a nap earlier or make it a light day of activity if you want to make it all the way through!
- Wear a costume--adults, this means you, too! (make it light weight as it tends to stay pretty warm even at night in Lake Buena Vista, FL in September and October)
- Photo ops are best when you first arrive as the themed décor can create a harsh lighting effect later in the evening
- Remember that allowing your kids to trick-or-treat their way through the park might be very fun, but it will also take a lot of time and you might miss out on some of the other festivities!
Fun at no extra cost:
The Magic Kingdom is all dressed up and waiting for you to take pictures by the autumn and Halloween inspired décor. From pumpkins to scarecrows to bunting carefully placed around the Magic Kingdom, your mouth will be agape at the seasonal wonder only Disney can create. You can also purchase a costume or a Halloween themed t-shirt that you can't find at the Disney store during this time of year.
Night of Joy
This is an exciting event geared mostly toward Christian guests and is fun for all ages! For two nights during the fall (in 2013, it's September 6 & 7) some of the hottest acts in Christian music will be lighting up the stage and rapping, free-styling, or serenading you all night long.
Some tips:
Some tips:
- Go as a group! In 2013, there are special advantages to traveling in groups of 10 or more--one free ticket for every 10 purchased, savings on admission to Magic Kingdom park, earlier entry into the park at 4p.m. instead of 7, an extra visit to either DisneyQuest® or one of Disney's awesome water parks with the purchase of a two-night group ticket and enjoy group rates at a Walt Disney World resort or a good neighbor hotel.
- The party goes all the way until midnight--so, take a nap earlier or make it a light day of activity if you want to make it all the way through!
- Dress lightly if you plan to rock, dance, or jump the night away along with the music--it's September in Lake Buena Vista, FL and it can stay quite warm and humid into the wee hours of the night (or, morning)!
- There is a different line up of acts each day. Be sure to visit the following link for the line up and more information.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Visit the Walt Disney World Resort® this autumn and early winter and you will receive a special ticket to see Santa Claus himself! That's right--no matter how busy Santa Claus is making toys for all the girls and boys around the world, he is never too busy to celebrate the season with one of his best pals, Mickey Mouse! This magical holiday experience is guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit like no other event can!
Some special fun you can expect during this exclusive extra-ticket-required event is:
Many people choose to take a relaxing morning and afternoon at their resort, shopping at Downtown Disney, or playing miniature golf (in other words, resting up) and then head over to the party. This means you will save a day on your Magic Your Way tickets by just using the special event ticket instead.
Some tips:
Fun at no extra cost:
* While there is no additional ticket required for this event, you may choose to make dining reservations at select restaurants at Epcot® and enjoy guaranteed, VIP seating for both the Candlelight Processional as well as Illuminations fireworks. Seating does fill up quickly, so if you opt out of the dining reservation, be prepared that you may have to stand and/or have an obstructed view of both shows.
Some special fun you can expect during this exclusive extra-ticket-required event is:
- Lights shimmering like ice on Cinderella Castle
- Holiday music filling the streets as you marvel in the wonder of the holiday as only Disney can create
- Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade
- Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season
- Totally Tomorrowland Christmas--Buzz Lightyear, Mike Wazowski, and Stitch battle to save the world in this musical revue... but, you'll have to see the finale to see of Stitch is nice to St. Nick or reverts to his old bad alien antics!
- Celebrate the Season Show
- Meet-and-greet opportunities throughout the park
- Complimentary cookies and hot cocoa
- A magical Florida snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A.
Many people choose to take a relaxing morning and afternoon at their resort, shopping at Downtown Disney, or playing miniature golf (in other words, resting up) and then head over to the party. This means you will save a day on your Magic Your Way tickets by just using the special event ticket instead.
Some tips:
- Your ticket will get your admittance into the park at 4p.m., so head on over to ride some rides before the party officially starts at 7p.m.
- The party goes all the way until midnight--so, take a nap earlier or make it a light day of activity if you want to make it all the way through!
- Be prepared with extra layers--the weather at Lake Buena Vista, FL can be very unpredictable in December. Some days might be warm enough to waste away the day on one of the lazy rivers at a water park and others might require you to wear substantial jackets. If you dress according to the weather earlier in the day, remember to pack a jacket or change of clothes in case the weather takes a turn at night.
- Photo ops are best when you first arrive as the themed décor can create a harsh lighting effect later in the evening
Fun at no extra cost:
- Candlelight Processional--enjoy listening to a celebrity narrator recount the story of Christmas backed by an incredible orchestra*
- Festival of the Seasons--celebrate the holiday season with live entertainment, unique photo opportunities and more! Santa will be available for lap chats :) and there will be specialty stores you can shop at. Want to be serenaded by Christmas carolers? Well, indeed you will be! In addition, Downtown Disney will be all decked out for the holiday with a large tree and twinkling lights.
- The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights--visit Disney's Hollywood Studios with regular park admission during select display nights throughout the holiday season and watch as millions of holiday lights twinkle and dance to the sounds of the season.
* While there is no additional ticket required for this event, you may choose to make dining reservations at select restaurants at Epcot® and enjoy guaranteed, VIP seating for both the Candlelight Processional as well as Illuminations fireworks. Seating does fill up quickly, so if you opt out of the dining reservation, be prepared that you may have to stand and/or have an obstructed view of both shows.