Updated August 2026

Boo to You! It’s the spookiest time of the year at the Magic Kingdom and Love of the Magic has all the information you need to dodge the tricks and leave with all of the treats. This event occurs after regular park hours and requires a separate ticket for admission. From trick or treating to spotting rare characters to some of the best entertainment of the year, this event is frightfully delightful. Read on for your comprehensive planning guide for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2026.

Party Overview

This is by far my very favorite time of year to visit and for many others as well. The weather is perfect, the crowds are a tad bit lighter (especially in September and early October), the official holidays are just around the corner, the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is in full gear, and the ghouls and goblins are out at the Magic Kingdom! Just kidding! It’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! There is nothing scary about it. Trust me, I’m the biggest scaredy cat to roam the earth – if there was a ghoul or goblin around, I would not be attending! But because it’s NOT SCARY, I have attended MNSSHP for nearly 15 years! I highly recommend everyone attend at least once if your budget and time permits. I guarantee you, you will be back for more! It is that much fun!

The best dates to attend the party are usually anytime in August and early September, and on Sundays – Wednesdays in September and October. Friday and Saturday in October have a tendency to be very busy due to locals attending the party as well as vacationers. Halloween (October 31st) is the most crowded and historically has sold out well in advance. If you plan to attend on Halloween, be sure to purchase your tickets early. 

It is also good to know ahead of time that the party goes on rain or shine! The parades or fireworks may be canceled during the evening due to weather, but the party still happens. 

Dates & Ticket Prices

This year boasts 38 event nights, with the first party starting on August 7th and the final party being Halloween night. 

August 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, and 30

September 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 24, 25, 27, and 29

October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, and 31

Ticket prices start at $109 for children 3-9 and $119 for ages 10+. The highest priced ticket is $219 for children 3-9 and $229 for ages 10+. The prices are cheaper the further out they are from Halloween Night, with the entire week of Halloween holding that top dollar rate. Annual Passholders and Disney’s Vacation Club members can save $10 per ticket for event nights August 7 – October 2, 2026. 

For assistance purchasing tickets, reach out to your Love of the Magic Travel Advisor or click here.

 

What’s NEW for 2026!

New for 2026, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is introducing two new entertainment offerings. In Tomorrowland, A Masquerade with Stitch brings Stitch, Lilo, and Angel together for a playful, ever-changing dance party at Rockettower Plaza Stage. Over in Adventureland, guests can also catch Captain Jack Sparrow as he leads a series of lively pirate adventures and swashbuckling antics throughout the evening.

Attractions Open During Party

Adventureland

• The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
• Pirates of the Caribbean
• Swiss Family Treehouse
• Jungle Cruise

Frontierland

• Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Liberty Square

• Haunted Mansion

Fantasyland

• Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
• “it’s a small world”
• Peter Pan’s Flight
• The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
• Mad Tea Party (with a special Halloween overlay)
• Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid
• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

Storybook Circus

• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• The Barnstormer

Tomorrowland

• Astro Orbiter
• Space Mountain (with a special Halloween overlay)
• Monster’s Inc Laugh Floor (open as a special trick-or-treat area)
• Tomorrowland Speedway
• Tomorrow Transit Authority PeopleMove
• Tron Lightcycle / Run

Special Events and Showtimes during MNSSHP

Check your My Disney Experience app to confirm the entertainment times for your party. 

Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade

This is a must see parade! Catch many of your favorite characters dressed in their Halloween best. From Minnie Mouse, Clarabelle Cow, and Daisy Duck as the Sanderson sisters to the hitchhiking ghosts from the Haunted Mansion, this parade is sure to be a favorite for everyone. This parade will have two showtimes, 8:15 PM and 11:15 PM. Typically, the first parade is busier, so if you can manage to wait it out (or keep your kids awake!) for the second parade, you can usually get a better spot without staking out for 45 minutes ahead of time. The Headless Horseman will ride out prior to kick off the parade in iconic style. 

Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular

This fireworks show is hosted by none other than Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. This only has one showtime, 10 PM, so be sure not to miss it! Note that there will be no Happily Ever After fireworks on party nights, as it is replaced with the Not-So-Spooky Spectacular.

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular

Join the Sanderson Sisters at this Cinderella Castle stage show as they conjure a party potion. With appearances from Dr. Facilier, Maleficent, and Oogie Boogie at 3 different showtimes throughout the evenings of August 9 – September 28 at 9:05 pm, 10:40 pm, and 12 am. 4 shows will be offered from September 29 – October 31 at 7:40 PM, 9:05 PM, 10:40 PM, and 12 AM.

Moonlight Melodies

Don’t miss the dance parties! Throughout the park you will find different characters and music that you can’t see any other time of year. Hit up Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe for the Destination DescenDANCE party, head over to Rockettower Plaza for Stitch and Angel’s dance party, and over in Frontierland, you can catch the Cadaver Dans Barbershop Quartet performing.

Character Appearances

Main Street, U.S.A.

• Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse – Town Square Theater
• Jack Skellington and Sally – Town Square Theater
• Haunted Mansion characters and Gravediggers – Market Street welcome path

Adventureland

• Aladdin with Abu – at the Agrabah Bazaar
• Jasmine with Genie – at the Agrabah Bazaar
• Captain Jack Sparrow – near Pirates of the Caribbean

Frontierland

• The Country Bears – Shaker, Wendell, and Big Al – Roaming
• Chip ‘n’ Dale – near Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Fantasyland

• Anastasia, Drizella and Lady Tremaine – Near the back of Cinderella Castle
• Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter – Near the Mad Tea Party
• Queen of Hearts – Near the Mad Tea Party
• Tweedledee and Tweedledum – Near the Mad Tea Party
• Belle – Near Enchanted Tales with Belle
• Gaston – Near Gaston’s Tavern
• Ariel and Eric – Near Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
• Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore and Piglet – The Thotful Spot, near the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh

Storybook Circus

• Pluto – Near the Entrance to Storybook Circus
• Donald Duck and Daisy Duck – Pete’s Silly Sideshow

Liberty Square

• Mirabel and Bruno – Liberty Square Gazebo

Extra Special Character Spotting

These characters aren’t guaranteed and don’t have meet and greet locations, but they’ve been spotted throughout the park!

• Cruella DeVil – at the Party Entrance
• Mother Gothel – at the Party Entrance
• Evil Queen – Princess Fairytale Hall Treat Trail
• Maleficent – Princess Fairytale Hall Treat Trail
• Hitchhiking Ghosts – Frontierland
• Madame Carlotta, Madame Renatta, and Broome the Butler – The Haunted Mansion Queue
• Donald Duck – Mickey’s Philharmagic Treat Trail

Costume Guidelines

Before heading to the party, you need to be aware of some of the rules and guidelines for costumes. Read on to learn more of the do’s and don’ts.

General Rules:

• Disney may deny admission or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or could detract from the experience of other Guests.
• Guests may dress as their favorite character, but may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests.
• Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
• Weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon are not permitted.
• Sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another Guest are not permitted as part of the costume.
• Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from, the park unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards.

Guests Ages 13 and Under:

• Costumes and some masks may be worn, as long as the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible.

Guests Ages 14 and Older:

• Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening.
• Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (e.g., full-length Princess dresses)
• Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist.
• Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable.
• Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords and tutus. Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.
• Masks of any kind may not be worn.

Note that all rules and regulations are subject to change at any time. Visit here for more information.

Trick-Or-Treating

Trick-or-Treating is a must-do activity at the party! There are trick-or-treat opportunities stationed all throughout the park! Visit any of these multiple time for extra candy and chocolate!

Trick-Or-Treating with Allergies

Do you have a food allergy? If so, Disney has a special trick-or-treat experience for you!

While at Mickey’s No-So-Scary Halloween Party, see a Cast Member to pick up a teal-colored treat bag – the official color of food allergy awareness. These are available at any treat location and at the official Allergy-Friendly Centers located at Merchant of Venice (in Tomorrowland) and the Liberty Square Ticket Office (near The Hall of Presidents).

When you trick-or-treat with your teal bag, Cast Members will give you a teal token at any treat station. You can redeem your teal tokens at the Allergy-Friendly Centers to receive your special treats!

Strategies

With party time starting at 7PM on select nights at the Magic Kingdom, there are only 5 hours of party time to meet rare characters, ride attractions, trick-or-treat, and see the exclusive fireworks and parade! There is no question, if you want to maximize your time and money at this event, you will need to devise a plan and determine your priorities! Just remember, even the best plans can’t often squeeze it all in. Do what is most important to you first!

Starting at 4PM, if you are already in Magic Kingdom and have tickets for that evening’s MNSSHP, locate specific cast members scattered throughout the park to receive your trick-or-treat bag and event wristband.

If you are coming from another park or your hotel, you can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4PM through a designated entrance. NOTE: These date-specific event tickets DO NOT require an additional day theme park ticket OR theme park reservation.

Upon checking in for the party, you will receive your trick-or-treat bag and event wristband.

If you enter the park at 4PM, know that the park is still open to the general public usually until 6PM, so the crowd levels may be high for a few hours. You will still be able to successfully ride at least 2 or 3 attractions before the actual party begins if you plan accordingly.

Beginning around 6PM, the Cast Members will begin to shuffle non-event guests out of the park. This is why it is essential that you obtain your event wristband. This indicates to Cast Members that you have a paid party ticket for that evening.

Note that Lightning Lane Multi and Single Pass reservations are not available during the party. Generally lines during the party are manageable depending on the popularity of the attraction. If you have a regular day park ticket, you can book Lightning Lane attractions up until park closing (usually 6PM) at the Magic Kingdom.

Tips

• Ride attractions during parade times, most guests are watching the parade so the lines tend to be shorter.

• Plan to view the second parade of the evening, the first parade is usually the most popular and attracts the biggest crowd.

• Depending on the date you attend, you may need to plan to claim your spot and wait for the parade up to 60-90 minutes. If you attend the Halloween Party at the end of August or early September, your wait time may be less at 30-60 minutes.

• The parade begins in Frontierland, however I am a firm believer that the best place to watch it is from Main Street U.S.A. There is nothing like the backdrop of Cinderella Castle in all of your photos!

• Attractions tend to have the shortest lines of the evening just before midnight when the party is about to end. Save some of the most popular attractions such as Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (SDMT), Peter Pan or Space Mountain for the last 30 minutes of the evening. Dare I say, some may even be walk ons.

• If your priority is to get photos with special, rare characters such as the Seven Dwarfs or Jack and Sally, plan to wait in very long lines. Generally lines start to form sometimes before the halloween party even begins at 7PM. Wait times could be up to 2 hours, so plan accordingly if you intend to accomplish other things during the evening at the party. Families tend to start to leave around 11PM, chances are if you wait until late in the evening, your wait time may decrease significantly.

• Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular is shown on party nights usually at 10:15 PM, weather permitting. This firework show can be viewed from various locations around the park. Your best viewing location will always be somewhere in the hub or about 1/4 way down Main Street. There are projections on the Castle during the show that enhance the story of the show! You don’t have to see the projections to enjoy the fireworks, but if you snag a spot on Main Street or in the hub, you will enjoy it more.

• Take advantage of the PhotoPass Magic Shots at select locations throughout Magic Kingdom Park. The PhotoPass opportunities during MNSSHP are incredible!

• You can visit candy stations more than once, so stock up!! If you need additional trick-or-treat bags, ask a Cast Member. There are more than plenty for everyone!

• With the hustle and bustle of the evening, it’s easy to forget about the adorable and yummy special event treats to purchase! Be sure to check them out and pick one up.

Foodie Guide & Merchandise

There are tons of treats and experiences to enjoy during Halloween at Walt Disney World, both throughout the day and during the special party events. Indulge in returning favorites like the Skull Blondie, a delicious maple blondie with caramel sauce, or try something new and exciting like the Grilled Masa Flatbread, a grilled corn cake topped with butternut squash purée, braised chicken, cilantro-pumpkin seed sauce, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and queso fresco. For a full breakdown and mouth-watering photos, check out the Disney Parks Blog here.