Ultimate Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025

Halloween at Walt Disney World is one of the best seasons to enjoy with so many delicious treats, events, and decorations. There is so much to do and enjoy, but the hallmark experience is Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This ticketed event grants you access to all the special Halloween entertainment, trick or treating, Halloween meet and greets, and more!

We love Walt Disney World at Halloween and we visit the parks frequently especially during ticketed events like Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Disney goes all out for Halloween with themed decorations and this party is a must see event for anyone visiting during this time of year.

For those who already have their party tickets, read our Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tips & touring strategy post for what you need to know to maximize your time at the event. Keep reading for all the best tips on attending Mickey's Not-So-Scary-Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom!

This article has been checked for accuracy for 2025 and updated with all currently available information. Some of the information from previous years has been kept here to give you a sense of what will likely be offered in 2025.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025 dates have not yet been announced, but you can see the information from last year for reference. 

The party typically takes place in August, September, and October. The Halloween party takes place in the Magic Kingdom from 7:00 PM to Midnight from August 9th through October 31st. Read also – when does Disney World decorate for Halloween.

Last year, guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green could purchase tickets starting May 8th, and tickets were available to all guests starting May 15th. Last year's event dates were:

• August: 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30
• September: 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27 and 29
• October: 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 31

Unlike previous years there was not a November 1 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. There are 38 Halloween Party nights. This is the same amount as the previous year.

New! Scroll down further for the news of what's new as of last year at the party including an earlier parade time and what's returning.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party SOLD Out Dates

The October 31st party sells out the earliest and it is always the first date to sell out as locals and those on vacation want to celebrate the holiday in Magic Kingdom on the actual Halloween date.

For last year's Halloween season, the October 31st Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party date already sold out as of May 21. This sold out much earlier than it had in years past, but tickets were still available for the remaining nights in August, September, and October at that time.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party should not sell out as fast as the Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Party at the Disneyland Resort (though that's not saying much as the ticketing system was crippled from the demand and some dates were showing as sold out during the limited Magic Keyholder pre-sale).

If you are concerned about purchasing tickets, know that the dates at the end of October will sell out the fastest and those likely won't sell out until at least the end of July. Parties throughout the offering will sell out, but that doesn't usually happen for a couple of months from the ticket on-sale date.

Price

The 2025 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party pricing has not yet been announced, but you can see details from last year below for reference. 

Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party may be purchased online or by calling 407-939-4240. Party ticket prices range from $119 to $199 per ticket, plus tax. These vary by event date.

Prices will also vary based on the event night, make sure to buy your tickets in advance to get the best deals.

Annual passholders and DVC members will save $10 per ticket for parties in August and September. There are also Cast Member discounts available on tickets.

2025 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Entertainment

The 2025 Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party entertainment offerings have not yet been announced, but you can see details from last year below for reference. 

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party featured new offerings for last year's event and returning classics like:

• More villain sightings before promised
• Popular Mickey's Boo-To-You parade will have a performance time earlier in the evening to allow for younger families to enjoy before little one's bedtimes (we will update this with the exact timing when it is released)
• Mickey and Minnie NEW Halloween Costumes
• Bruno and Mirabel from Encanto character interactions in Fantasy Garden
• DescenDANCE Party inspired by the upcoming Disney+ movie “Descendants: The Rise of Red”

It's exciting to see Bruno greeting guests at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! He was an extremely popular character when he made his debut at Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland Resort. In fact, his line was one of the longest at the party.

Our favorite highlights of the party are also returning including “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular” fireworks show featuring the epic Jack Skellington puppet and the very fun “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular”.

The Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party, which includes fireworks viewing from Plaza Garden or Tomorrowland Terrace, is also returning. These dessert party reservations open on June 7, 2024.

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Entertainment at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party features exclusive, themed events that you cannot experience anywhere else including a fireworks show, a parade, and special musical performances.

Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular

Hosted by Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” this firework show features fireworks, lasers, and lighting above Magic Kingdom.

The storyline goes that Jack has come to tell a not-so-scary story about how anything can happen on Halloween night. Jack’s ghost dog, Zero, then flies off carrying everyone along on a trick-or-treating adventure, where four friends – Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy – find themselves drawn into a mysterious haunted house. Their journey takes them from one room of the house to another, encountering dancing skeletons, waltzing ghosts and a whole series of troublemaking Disney villains.

The firework show typically kicks off at 10:15 PM during the party and lasts about 12 minutes. It can get fairly congested, so you'll want to line up early for the best views.

Boo-to-You Halloween Parade

This parade is unlike any you've ever seen at Walt Disney World, as it features rare characters, music, dancing, and floats. You'll be greeted by the Headless Horseman himself who rides down the parade route, inviting costumed Disney characters and villains to follow including Mickey and Friends, the Hitchhiking Ghosts, Jack Sparrow, Winnie-the-Pooh, Wreck-it-Ralph, and more. One of the highlights of the parade comes from the Haunted Mansion Gravediggers, who scrape their shovels along the pavement to create beautiful sparks.

You will also see a parade float featuring The Incredibles and designer extraordinaire Edna Mode followed by Buzz Lightyear and Alien explorers discovering crystalline treasures on the surface of a planetary playset float. And of course, a Haunted Mansion float will feature the spectral Bride.

You can watch the parade at both 9:15 and 11:15 PM, choosing between viewing areas in Main Street, Liberty Square, and Frontierland.

 Hocus Pocus Villain Spooktacular

Join the Sanderson Sisters from the cult classic film Hocus Pocus in their Halloween festival as they attempt to cast a spell over the audience with help from friends like Maleficent and Dr. Facilier. The whole family is sure to enjoy this event complete with music, dancers, and special effects.

August & September Showtimes: 8:35PM, 10:45PM, 12:00AM

October & November Showtimes: 7:40PM, 8:35PM, 10:45PM, 12:00AM

This popular show takes place in front of Cinderella Castle. The various showtimes will ensure you can work this frightfully fun event into your party plan.

The Cadaver Dans Barbershop Quartet

Main Street favorites, The Dapper Dans, are ghoulishly transformed into The Cadaver Dans, and you'll find them performing haunting medleys throughout the party in Frontierland from 7PM to 10:50PM.

Rusty Cutlass

A Pirate Band and crew are roaming Adventureland playing “sea shanties” and sharing tales of their explorations at sea. You can find the pirates from 7:15PM to 11:50PM.

Disney Junior Jam

This Disney Junior-themed dance party takes place at Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe from 7PM to 12AM and features Vampirina along with other Disney Junior characters.

Zom-Beatz Bash

This dance party includes zombies, cheerleaders, werewolves and aliens at Rockettower Plaza Stage from 7PM to 12AM.

Trick-or-Treating at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

If you have any food allergies, you can grab a specially-colored bag at either the Town Square Theater or Heritage House. You'll then collect tokens at each trick-or-treat location that can be redeemed for allergy-friendly treats later at special locations.

You can see last year's trick or treat locations below for reference.

Trick-or-Treat Locations

• Market Street Welcome Trick-or-Treating (open until 8:00 PM)
• Tortuga Tavern
• Tom Sawyer Island Dock
• Gaston’s Tavern
• Near TRON Lightcycle / Run
• Princess Fairytale Hall
• Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor

And more!

Meet-and-Greets at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

During the party, you'll have the opportunity to meet your favorite characters that are decked out for Halloween. Lines can get long, but many of the characters are rarely seen in the parks so it's a fantastic opportunity to meet characters that you wouldn't normally get to meet.

For the Halloween party you can find characters at these locations:

Main Street, USA

• Mickey Mouse
• Jack Skellington & Sally

Fantasyland

• Anastasia and Drizella
• Rapunzel
• Seven Dwarfs
• Ariel and Eric
• Winnie-the-Pooh and friends in costumes
• Alice in Wonderland and friends
• Belle and Gaston
• Minnie Mouse in costume
• Goofy in costume
• Cinderella
• Cruella de Vil
• Daisy and Donald in costumes
• Princess Elena
• Princess Tiana

Tomorrowland

• Lotso
• Stitch dressed in an Elvis costume.

Adventureland

• Jafar
• Aladdin & Abu or Genie & Jasmine
• Jack Sparrow

Do the rides stay open during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?

Select rides in the Magic Kingdom remain open during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. You'll have full access to these rides during the Halloween party. Since it's a special event, that usually means shorter lines which is one of the major perks of attending. Many guests are focused on the candy and other entertainment options during the event so lines are usually short!

Halloween Ride Themes

You can also experience certain Walt Disney World rides with Halloween themes including:

Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor

• The Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor show will receive a Halloween twist with Halloween-themed jokes and projections during the experience.

Main Street, U.S.A.

• Town Square Theater

Adventureland

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

Frontierland

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Liberty Square

• Haunted Mansion

Fantasyland

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

Storybook Circus

• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• The Barnstormer

Tomorrowland

• Space Mountain (Halloween overlay)
• Monsters Inc Laugh Floor (Halloween overlay)
• Astro Orbiter
• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
• Tomorrowland Speedway
• Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
• TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction will be available during the party for guests to enjoy using a virtual queue.

Be aware that some rides will close sporadically though, just as they do throughout regular operating hours.

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Food Guide

The sweetest part of the night is undoubtedly the delicious seasonal treat offerings available to guests. There are several that are only available during the Halloween party. From specially-themed food items to elaborately decorated desserts, there are a great deal of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party offerings to explore.

This year for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, there will be a variety of special Halloween-themed treats, from the new Madame Leota Séance Candle at Sleepy Hollow Refreshments to the return of the Jack and Sally Pops at Liberty Square Market.

See our full guide to the Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party foods this year for descriptions and pictures of each item!

Dessert Parties at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Dessert parties are offered with reserved viewing for Halloween entertainment- these specific offerings typically change annually but always include fabulous dessert offerings and prime spots.

Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace

This dessert party features a reserved viewing of Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular at the Tomorrowland Terrace.

PhotoPass Magic Shots at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Exclusive hauntingly real PhotoPass Magic Shots will also be available in different locations throughout the park during the Halloween party.

Some locations will even have special props to make the scenes even more interactive and realistically fun.

If you want to take advantage of these, you may want to consider purchasing Memory Maker before the party. At $69 for one day, you'll receive unlimited downloads of PhotoPass shots.

Costumes at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Costumes are welcome and encouraged at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! There are some rules that you'll want to be aware of. Keep reading for the current guidelines.

Guests 13 and Under: 

• Masks may be worn, as long as they do not cover the entire face and the eyes are visible.

Guests 14 and Up:

• Costumes may not touch the ground.
• Capes may be worn, but they cannot be longer than the wa.
• Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.
• Masks of any kind are not allowed.
• Layered costumes are discouraged and may be subject to additional screening.

General Guidelines:

• Guests may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests.
• Costumes must be family-friendly and must not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable, or violent.
• Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or may be easily mistaken as an actual weapon.
• Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally strike another guest.
• Disney deserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other guests.

Also, don't forget that it may be rainy or extremely hot, so you may want to plan accordingly as you put together your costume.

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