Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is undergoing some major changes as the summer celebrations wind down and seasonal events kick off.
We took a look at all the major Halloween changes coming to Magic Kingdom and what to expect as the park starts its transition from summer to the fall season. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources, including guests having problems with a new theme park addition and the upcoming ride closures in August.
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1. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Starts
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts on August 7 and runs through October 31. Guests attending the event can wear Halloween costumes and participate in trick-or-treating, rides, and special entertainment. Exclusive event entertainment includes a Hocus Pocus stage show, starring the Sanderson sisters, Mickey’s Boo to You Halloween Parade, and a special Halloween-themed fireworks show.
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For guests not attending the party, Magic Kingdom will close early at 6 PM on party nights, which include August 7, 21, 23, 25, 28, and 30.
2. Firework Schedules Changing in August
At the end of August, starting on August 31, the Happily Ever After fireworks show will move to 9:30 PM from 10 PM on non-party nights. During nights the Halloween party takes place, the fireworks show will still take place at 10 PM.
3. Halloween Decor Added to Magic Kingdom
To prepare for the Halloween festivities in Magic Kingdom, fall-themed decor will start going up around the park. This includes the famous Mickey pumpkin wreaths along with additional pumpkins and fall foliage around the theme park. The decorations also include large themed pumpkin displays at the entrance of Magic Kingdom, which make for fun photo ops.
4. New Entertainment Added to Halloween Party
Two new entertainment experiences are debuting this year at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. First up is See Spirited Swashbucklers, coming to Adventureland featuring Captain Jack Sparrow leading other pirates in a series of antics.
The second experience is A Masquerade with Stitch appearing with Lilo and Angel at the Rockettower Stage in Tomorrowland. Stitch will be changing costumes during the entertainment experience after getting his paws on Lilo’s costume trunk.
5. New Food Items Releasing for Halloween
The seasonal fall and Halloween menu items are coming to Magic Kingdom in August for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Some of the items may be available before the party officially starts, depending on the location. But you will see an abundance of Halloween-themed treats in the dessert shops, especially along Main Street, U.S.A.
6. Halloween Merchandise Arriving at Magic Kingdom
New Halloween merchandise will start releasing across Magic Kingdom, including a fan-favorite viral collection from last year plus a new Disney Villains lineup of merchandise. You can often find this merchandise along the shops on Main Street, U.S.A.
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More merchandise would keep coming in as Halloween draws closer, so this is a fun kickoff to months of seasonal merchandise.
7. Disney Changes Halloween Party Cast Member Costumes
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Disney has changed the cast member costumes for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Multiple cast members have shared online how bummed they are about this change as the opportunity to wear the previous fun costumes was a big draw for working the event.
The new costumes look more friendly for handling the heat which does make sense as Florida heat is still high in August but they definitely aren’t as iconic as the previous costumes.
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