Disney has announced the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park for 2026.
This popular separately ticketed Halloween event will take place on select nights from August 7 through October 31, 2026, offering guests a chance to enjoy Halloween-themed entertainment, specialty food and beverages, exclusive merchandise, character experiences, Disney PhotoPass offerings and more.
2026 Event Dates
According to Walt Disney World, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will be held on the following dates in 2026:
August
August 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 and 30
September
September 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27 and 29
October
October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29 and 31
Event Times
Disney says the party is held from 7:00 PM to midnight.
Guests can also enter Magic Kingdom park at 4:00 PM, giving them a three-hour head start before the event officially begins.
Ticket Prices
Tickets for the event are priced from $119 to $229 per ticket, plus tax, with pricing varying by event date.
Discounts
Disney notes that Annual Passholders and eligible Disney Vacation Club Members can save $10 per ticket for event nights from August 7 through October 2, 2026.
When Tickets Go on Sale
Guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can purchase tickets early beginning May 5, 2026, for event dates during their stay.
All other guests may purchase tickets beginning May 12, 2026.
Disney says this advance purchase window is available to guests of:
- Disney Resorts Collection hotels
- Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
- Walt Disney World Swan Hotel
- Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
- Shades of Green at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney also notes that tickets are limited and may not be available for purchase on the day of the event, or earlier.
Enchanting Entertainment
Disney is promoting several entertainment offerings for the 2026 event.
Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade
Guests can witness a masquerade of characters, along with a few faces from the Haunted Mansion.
Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular
This nighttime show lights up the skies with lasers and fireworks.
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
Disney says guests can join a wickedly fun stage show hosted by the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus.
Dance Parties, Music & More
The event will also feature new festivities, spirited dance parties and live music throughout the night.
Specialty Sips & Bites
Disney says guests can enjoy Halloween cuisine during the party or grab a quick bite at several quick-service locations.
Party-exclusive food and beverage highlights include:
- Minnie Witch Hat at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café
- Bowl of Bones at The Friar’s Nook
- Buzzard Wings at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café
Disney says more party-exclusive food and beverage details will be announced later.
Quick-Service Dining Locations Open During the Party
The following quick-service dining locations will remain open during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and will serve Halloween-inspired fare and familiar favorites:
- Aloha Isle
- Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies
- Casey’s Corner
- Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café
- The Friar’s Nook
- Golden Oak Outpost
- Liberty Square Market
- The Lunching Pad
- Main Street Bakery
- Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café
- Pinocchio Village Haus
- Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
- Sleepy Hollow
- Storybook Treats
Dining Reservations
Guests can also enhance their evening with reservations at select dining locations.
Be Our Guest Restaurant and Cinderella’s Royal Table will serve party-exclusive menu items starting at 4:00 PM on event nights for party guests only.
The Plaza Restaurant will offer some Halloween-themed items on the menu all day and evening.
Disney also notes that guests should check out The Beak & Barrel, serving seaworthy sips and snacks.
Advance reservations are required and are limited to party guests only.
Fireworks Dessert Parties
Guests looking for treats and reserved viewing options can book one of two dessert party experiences:
- Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace
- Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing
Advance reservations are required and are limited to party guests only.
Allergy Requests and Dining Notes
Disney notes that menu items and dining locations are subject to change.
Guests with special diets requests should tell the Cast Member assisting them that they have a special diets request.
Event-Exclusive Merchandise
Disney says party-exclusive merchandise will be available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Event-themed merchandise may include:
- Apparel
- Accessories
- Drinkware
- Home décor
- Pins
- Annual Passholder items
Merchandise is available while supplies last.
Costumes & Characters
Come in Costume
Guests are invited to wear a costume for the occasion, while following Disney’s costume guidelines.
See Favorite Characters All Dressed Up
Disney also says guests can meet some Disney friends dressed in their own Halloween costumes.
Disney PhotoPass Experiences
Disney is also highlighting several PhotoPass offerings for the event.
Capture High-Quality Event Photos
Disney PhotoPass photographers will be available to capture event photos.
Exclusive Magic Shots and Props
PhotoPass photographers will also offer party-exclusive photo effects and props.
Download All Your Party Photos
Guests can remember their night with the Memory Maker photo download package from Disney PhotoPass Service.
Final Thoughts
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns to Magic Kingdom in 2026 with event nights running from August 7 through October 31.
With party dates now announced, along with ticket prices, discount details, early purchase information, entertainment offerings, dining locations, specialty menu previews and merchandise details, guests can begin planning for one of Walt Disney World’s signature seasonal events.
As always, event details, pricing, menus, dining locations, merchandise and availability are subject to change, so guests should check the official Walt Disney World website for the latest information before making plans.
Whether you are going for Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade, Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, specialty treats, exclusive merchandise or character fun, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is bringing Halloween back to Magic Kingdom for 2026.
So until the next blog, podcast or livestream, keep making memories.
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