Lake Buena Vista, FL — Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party ended its 2026 run at Magic Kingdom on October 31, and Disney’s event page says all 2026 event dates have concluded, with no 2027 dates yet. Fall at Walt Disney World goes on: the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival runs through November 21, the Halloween overlay at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs through November 9, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party starts November 8, and Disney Jollywood Nights runs select nights at Hollywood Studios through January 5.
Every 2026 date of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sold out. I went to the party on August 25, and my photos and the party-night show schedule are below.
The rest of the resort’s year, from what opened in 2026 to what’s coming in 2027, is in my Walt Disney World guide.
What Was New for 2026
- Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party opened August 7, one week earlier than 2025’s August 15 opener. The event ran 38 nights and closed on Halloween, and every date sold out.
- Stitch’s Masquerade Mashup, an ever-changing masquerade with Stitch, Lilo, and Angel on the Tomorrowland Stage, replaced the 2025 Zom-Beatz Bash tied to ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires.
- A new pirate show, Captain Jack’s Buccaneer Bash, joined the party’s Adventureland entertainment lineup alongside the returning Cadaver Dans. Its musical set had Captain Barbossa commandeering the stage.
- Party tickets went on sale one week earlier than 2025, with resort-guest access starting May 5 and general sale starting May 12.
- New party food, led by the Headless Horseman Treat at Casey’s Corner. My party food and merch guide has my reviews and the merch prices.
At-a-glance: Halloween at Walt Disney World in 2026
| Event | Location | Dates | Ticket type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party | Magic Kingdom | Aug 7 to Oct 31 (38 select nights) | Separate ticket, sold out |
| EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival | EPCOT | Aug 27 to Nov 21 | Included with EPCOT admission |
| Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit | EPCOT | Sept 25 to Nov 2 | Paid add-on |
| Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Hangar Bar overlay | Disney Springs | August 11 through November 9 | Walk-up |
| Minnie’s Halloween Dine | Hollywood and Vine, Hollywood Studios | Aug 16 to Nov 3 | Prix-fixe character meal |
| Fort Wilderness Halloween Golf Cart Parade | Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground | Late October, peaks Oct 30 and 31 | Free for resort guests |
| Fall decor on Main Street, U.S.A. | Magic Kingdom | Early August through Nov 1 | Included with park admission |
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is Walt Disney World’s separately ticketed Halloween party. The hard-ticket after-hours party ran 38 select nights at Magic Kingdom from August 7 through October 31, 2026, with party hours from 7:00 p.m. to midnight and ticketed early entry from 4:00 p.m.
2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates
- August: 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
- September: 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29
- October: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31
2026 tickets: sold out
Every 2026 date sold out. Single-night tickets ran $119 to $229 plus tax, the same published range as 2025. Halloween night on Oct 31 was the only date at the $229 top price and sold out within hours of going on sale, and the last three nights with tickets (September 24, September 29, and October 25) sold out by September 21. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members received a $10-per-ticket discount valid Aug 7 through Oct 2.
Party entertainment and showtimes
Times below are from the party guide map on August 25.
- Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade: 8:15 p.m. and 11:15 p.m., beginning in Frontierland. It opened with the Headless Horseman, featured Haunted Mansion gravediggers and ballroom dancers, and closed with Minnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle as the Sanderson Sisters.
- Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular: fireworks in the skies above Cinderella Castle at 10 p.m., hosted by Jack Skellington, with projection mapping and lasers.
- Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular: the Sanderson Sisters and Disney villains on the Castle Forecourt Stage. Through September 29, shows were at 9:05 p.m., 10:35 p.m., and midnight. From October 1 through 31, a 7:35 p.m. show was added.
- The Cadaver Dans Barbershop Quartet: a ghostly barbershop quartet in Frontierland.
- Destination DescenDANCE Party: a dance party at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, hosted by Coca-Cola.
- Halloween Fun in Storybook Circus: throughout Storybook Circus.
- Stitch’s Masquerade Mashup (new): a dance party with Stitch, Lilo, and Angel on the Tomorrowland Stage.
- Captain Jack’s Buccaneer Bash (new): a pirate show on the Adventureland Stage, across from Pirates of the Caribbean. It featured Captain Jack Sparrow recruiting new crew, the Dashing Corsairs stunt-and-juggling act, and a musical set in which Captain Barbossa commandeers the stage and renames the party.
Barbossa’s musical set ran about 20 minutes. There was no published schedule for it, and it played several times a night between the other acts, from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. HAN filmed the full show.
For a full walkthrough, see my guide to Captain Barbossa’s Buccaneer Bash.
Character meet-and-greets
Mickey and Minnie appeared together in Halloween costume at Town Square Theater. Jack Skellington and Sally, Winnie the Pooh in a bumblebee costume, royal couples Ariel and Eric, and Aladdin and Jasmine, plus rotating characters at the Mad Tea Party all appeared at the party. Villains including Oogie Boogie, Ursula, and Jafar appeared primarily in the parade and stage show rather than in dedicated meet-and-greet lines.
New for 2026, a set of Haunted Mansion character meet-and-greets debuted near the party welcome area, with the all-new ghost Lady Fermotta and the mansion’s living steward Blair Lockward both trading Halloween one-liners with guests. Other outlets also reported a rare character appearance by the Mansion’s Grave Diggers. See my full look at the Haunted Mansion meet-and-greets, with video.
Trick-or-treating and treat trails
More than a dozen candy trails ran across the park during the party, with Mars Wrigley candy (M&M’s, Snickers, Starburst) and an allergy-friendly teal-bag program. Guests received a complimentary trick-or-treat bag at the start of the party.
Attraction overlays
Three attractions ran Halloween overlays during the party: Space Mountain went fully dark with a Halloween soundtrack, Mad Tea Party ran on Halloween lighting, and the Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor switched to Halloween jokes.
Premium dessert parties
Two Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party options were offered on party nights: the Tomorrowland Terrace version ($124 adult, $74 child in 2025) and the Plaza Garden Viewing version ($99 adult, $59 child). Party-exclusive dining was also available at Cinderella’s Royal Table and Be Our Guest, priced separately. The prices shown are from 2025.
Party food, merch, and popcorn buckets
My pick from the party-only menu was the $6.99 Headless Horseman Treat at Casey’s Corner, a pumpkin pie tart with whipped cheesecake and candied pecans. The Hatbox Ghost ($28) and Headless Horseman ($30) popcorn buckets were sold only during the party at the carts near Cinderella Castle. My party food and merch guide has my reviews, photos of the merch line, and every price, and my popcorn bucket roundup has every bucket this season.
EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival
The 2026 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival runs August 27 through November 21, 2026 and is included with EPCOT admission. Festival programming includes 30-plus Global Marketplaces serving specialty food and beverage from around the world, the Eat to the Beat concert series at America Gardens Theatre, Emile’s Fromage Montage cheese crawl, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak scavenger hunt, and festival merchandise.
Beyond the Global Marketplaces, Disney lists the Eat to the Beat concerts with dining packages, a Cheers to Cheese exhibit at CommuniCore Hall through November 8, Emile’s Fromage Montage, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak, and the Jammin’ Chefs.
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit
Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit was a paid scavenger hunt at EPCOT, running September 25 through November 2. Guests searched for hidden decorative pumpkins inspired by Disney characters and, upon completion, received a festive keepsake while supplies lasted.
Halloween at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios did not run a hard-ticket Halloween event in 2026, but it added two fall experiences, plus Halloween treats that started October 1.
- Minnie’s Halloween Dine at Hollywood and Vine was the park’s seasonal character buffet with Minnie Mouse and Disney friends in Halloween costumes, served at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For 2026 it ran August 16 through November 3. Disney priced breakfast at $35 to $59.99 per adult and lunch and dinner at over $60 per adult.
- Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After is a year-round stage show that opened May 27, 2025 in the former Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy space and features Cruella, Captain Hook, Maleficent, and the Magic Mirror. The show references roughly 59 Disney villains across its run and pairs naturally with the fall season.
- Halloween treats arrived October 1: the new Maleficent Funnel Cake at Epic Eats and the returning Ghost Cream Puff at ABC Commissary and Backlot Express. All of Disney World’s October 1 Halloween treats are in my guide, with Disney’s photos.
Fall at Disney Springs
Disney Springs ran seasonal fall programming across October, with Halloween decor, photo backdrops, and fall menu items across the district. The main draw is the Halloween overlay at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, first introduced in 2025, which runs August 11 through November 9 and brings Halloween decor and a new food and drink menu to the Adventurers Club-adjacent bar. Disney Springs did not run trick-or-treating.
Fall decor around the resort
Fall decor rolls out across Walt Disney World starting in early to mid-August and typically comes down within a day of the final Halloween party. Highlights include:
- Magic Kingdom: pumpkin displays and scarecrows in Town Square on Main Street, U.S.A., carved pumpkins in upper-story windows, russet and orange decor across Fantasyland and Frontierland, and Dumbo-inspired pumpkins in Storybook Circus. Cinderella Castle received spooky lighting and projections during MNSSHP nights only.
- EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom carry little permanent Halloween decor, and fall programming at these parks centers on scheduled events and food.
- Disney Springs carries seasonal decor across October and photo-op backdrops.
- Resort hotels carry lobby-scale decor and light programming, covered in the resort hotels section below.
Photos by Philip Hernandez, August 25.
Fall at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom does not carry Halloween-specific programming, but the fall shoulder season is a strong time to visit for cooler weather and animal activity. Recommended fall visits include Maharajah Jungle Trek for Sumatran tiger sightings, Kilimanjaro Safaris across the savanna, the Zootopia: Better Zoogether! 4-D show at Tree of Life Theater, Pandora, The World of Avatar, and Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station.
From October 1 through October 31, Animal Kingdom added a Halloween treat menu, including the new Boneyard Cookies and Scream Sundae at Terra Treats and the new Candy Corn Pop at Flame Tree Barbecue. I list all eight Animal Kingdom treats in my guide to Disney World’s October 1 Halloween treats.
Fall at Walt Disney World Resort hotels
Most Disney World resort hotels offer low-key Halloween programming including lobby trick-or-treating, Halloween movies at Movies Under the Stars, poolside costume contests, and light decor. In 2026 the standout was Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, where guests decorated campsites and golf carts across October, culminating in the Halloween Golf Cart Parade on the peak nights of October 30 and 31. Return to Sleepy Hollow, the previous Fort Wilderness Halloween event, is retired.
Fireworks-viewing spots at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, and the Transportation and Ticket Center remain popular vantage points during MNSSHP nights.
Watch: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party walkthrough
How Disney World Halloween compares to other 2026 Halloween events
Walt Disney World Halloween is family-first and not intended to be scary. Fans looking for horror-themed haunted houses should see my Halloween Horror Nights guide: Universal Orlando’s HHN 35 ran a separately ticketed event with 10 haunted houses August 28 through November 1, and the guide tracks the 2027 dates. My Halloween Time at Disneyland guide covers the West Coast equivalent, including the separately ticketed Oogie Boogie Bash. My Howl-O-Scream guide to every location covers SeaWorld’s harder-edged Halloween lineup, including Howl-O-Scream Orlando.
For the 2027 opening dates announced so far, see my When Do Haunted Houses Open guide.
Frequently asked questions
When is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2027?
Disney had not posted 2027 dates on November 4, 2026, and its event page says all 2026 event dates have concluded. The 2026 party opened Friday, August 7, and ran select nights through October 31.
How much were Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets in 2026?
Single-night tickets went on sale from $119 to $229 plus tax, varying by date, and by September 21 all 2026 party dates were sold out. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members received a $10-per-ticket discount valid Aug 7 through Oct 2.
How many nights did Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party run in 2026?
The 2026 event ran 38 nights, from Aug 7 through Oct 31. Party hours were 7:00 p.m. to midnight, with ticketed early entry from 4:00 p.m.
Do I need a separate ticket for Halloween at Disney World?
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party requires a separate hard ticket. Fall decor across the parks, EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, Minnie’s Halloween Dine, Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Hangar Bar, and Fort Wilderness Halloween programming are included with standard park admission or resort access. Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit is a paid add-on.
When does EPCOT Food and Wine Festival run in 2026?
The 2026 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival runs August 27 through November 21, 2026, and is included with EPCOT admission.
Is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party scary?
No. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a family-oriented Halloween event with costumed characters, a trick-or-treat program, a parade, and fireworks. It is not intended to be scary. Guests looking for a hard-ticket scare event in Florida should see Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando.
Can I wear a costume to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?
Yes. Disney World lifts its standard no-costume policy for the party, and guests of all ages are welcome to attend in costume, subject to Disney’s costume guidelines including mask and prop restrictions.
What was new at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2026?
Stitch’s Masquerade Mashup, a Tomorrowland dance party that replaced the 2025 Zom-Beatz Bash, Captain Jack’s Buccaneer Bash, a pirate show in Adventureland, new Haunted Mansion meet-and-greets, and an earlier August 7 opening date.
About Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is Walt Disney Company’s Florida vacation destination, spanning four theme parks (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom), two water parks, the Disney Springs dining and shopping district, and more than 25 Disney-owned and Disney-operated resort hotels. It opened October 1, 1971.
Disney’s fall program page is at disneyworld.com.
Updated November 5, 2026.
