Disney has confirmed the 2026 dates for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom - the separate ticketed Halloween event that takes over the park on select evenings from August through to Halloween night itself.
If you're planning a Walt Disney World trip this autumn and want to make the most of it, here's everything confirmed so far. Check availability and prices for Walt Disney World here.
What Is Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is a ticketed evening event held at Magic Kingdom on specific dates. Your standard park ticket does not cover it - you need a separate party ticket, though party guests can enter Magic Kingdom from 4:00 PM, a few hours before the event officially starts at 7:00 PM, which gives you up to eight hours in the park all told. The event includes exclusive entertainment, trick-or-treating, character meet-and-greets, a dedicated parade and fireworks show, themed food and drinks, and exclusive merchandise. Costumes are encouraged, and there are guidelines to follow - adults can dress up too.
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2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates
The party runs on select evenings from 7th August through to 31st October 2026. Not every night - specific dates only.
August
7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 23rd, 25th, 28th, 30th
September
1st, 4th, 8th, 11th, 13th, 15th, 18th, 20th, 22nd, 24th, 25th, 27th, 29th
October
1st, 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 13th, 15th, 16th, 18th, 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 27th, 29th, 31st
Party dates do sell out, particularly the ones closest to Halloween. If you've got specific dates in mind, earlier is better when it comes to tickets.
When Do Tickets Go on Sale?
Ticket prices vary by date. Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests (including the Swan, Dolphin and Shades of Green) get early access from 5th May 2026. Everyone else can buy from 12th May 2026. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members get a discount, so worth factoring in if either applies to you.
Tickets will be available through FloridaTix here >
And Tickets will be available through Attraction Tickets here >
What's On at the Party in 2026
New This Year - Stitch's Dance Party
New for 2026, Stitch is hosting a dance party at the Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland, with Lilo and Angel in tow. The theme apparently changes throughout the night based on whatever Stitch pulls out of Lilo's Costume Trunk, which sounds either chaotic or charming - possibly both.
Returning: The Cadaver Dans
The Cadaver Dans - a barbershop quartet with a Halloween twist - are back for another year of close-harmony eeriness. A crowd favourite worth catching if you haven't before.
Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade
The dedicated Halloween parade runs at 8:15 PM. It features Mickey, Minnie and various Disney characters in Halloween costumes, alongside ghosts, villains and Disney Princesses. The Headless Horseman also makes an appearance before the parade begins, which tends to be one of those moments that catches people off guard in the best way.
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
The Sanderson Sisters - Winifred, Sarah and Mary from Hocus Pocus - take the Castle Forecourt Stage and attempt to cast a spell with help from Disney Villains including Hades, Cruella De Vil, Jafar, Dr. Facilier and the Evil Queen. The audience gets involved too. It's been a consistent highlight of the event for years.
Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks
Jack Skellington narrates a Halloween fireworks show over Cinderella Castle, complete with projections that transform the castle and appearances from Ursula, the Queen of Hearts and Oogie Boogie. It runs later in the evening as the party winds towards midnight.
Trick-or-Treating
There are over a dozen candy stops around Magic Kingdom, all marked on the party map. Cast members hand out Mars Wrigley sweets - M&Ms, Snickers, Starburst and the like. Treat bags are provided to all guests, including adults, so no need to pack your own pumpkin bucket. You don't have to be in costume to collect candy.
Character Meet-and-Greets
MNSSHP features exclusive character experiences not available during standard park hours. Confirmed so far: Jack Skellington and Sally, Mickey and Minnie together in Halloween costumes at Town Square Theater, Pooh in his bumblebee outfit, and festive royal couples including Ariel and Eric, and Aladdin and Jasmine. Disney Villains are also said to appear around the park in a more spontaneous capacity.
Full character line-up details are still to be confirmed.
Food, Merchandise and Ride Overlays
Themed food and drink, exclusive merchandise and Halloween overlays on select attractions are all part of the event. Specific details haven't been released yet - Disney tends to drip these out closer to the first party date, so worth keeping an eye on for updates.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets From The UK
Tickets will be available in the UK from both FloridaTix and Attraction Tickets from 12th May.
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