Tad here! Calling all fellow tweens and teens! Do you love attending an awesome party? Then I can’t wait to tell you all about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party hoppening at Walt Disney World!
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a special event that takes place after Magic Kingdom closes for the day on select nights from Aug. 7 through Oct. 31, 2026. The party runs from 7 p.m. until midnight, and guests are encouraged to arrive in costumes. There are special character meet and greets, Halloween-themed fireworks, a parade, trick-or-treating and more. Let me be the first to tell you that you’re in for a real treat! (No tricks!) :)
This party is a specially ticketed event, which means you'll need to purchase a separate ticket to attend the party. Tickets are available now. Most dates sell out by early October, so be sure to check out our hoppin' deals and book early if you plan on attending!
This festive party is one of my all-time favorite Disney events. Not to mention, I love hooking my froggy friends up with all the tips and tricks to help make the most of your party time. Letzzz gooooo!
Our Top 10 Tips for Tweens and Teens at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
1. Arrive in Style
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is the perfect place to get into the Halloween spirit! And if you’re anything like me, you like to make sure you arrive at any party in style. One of the best parts of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is dressing up in costumes. If you’re into Disney bounding, cosplay or have ever wanted to dress up like your favorite Disney character, this is the time. This is especially true for frogs 14 and older, who normally can't dress up in costumes during normal park hours.
Dressing in costume is optional, so you can be as creative or low-key as you’d like. Even though many of the party nights technically happen in the fall, it is still Florida after all. The weather is typically hot and muggy throughout the Halloween season. I personally like to wear a fit that I call the T-shirt costume. I can jazz up a pair of shorts with a T-shirt with my favorite Disney character, throw on a coordinating hat or a few accessories, and I’ve got a fun and comfortable costume that keeps me cool even in the heat.
Before you go, don’t froget to check out Disney’s official policies regarding costumes.
2. Early Bird Gets the Worm Treats
I’m not what Mommy Frog considers an early riser. I like to take my time and go with the flow, ya know? But when it comes to maximizing my time at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party, ya better believe this frog becomes an “early bird.” I arrive as soon as I can!
Ticket holders are allowed to enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4 p.m. on the valid date of their event, so coming early gives you more time to enjoy park favorites even before the event begins.
Once I'm in the park, I like to grab an early dinner at Casey’s Corner and fill up on some protein before indulging in all the sugary treats. There are a few specialty food and beverage options at several locations throughout the park before the party officially begins at 7 p.m.
Last year, The Plaza Restaurant had fun Halloween menu items that were available during regular park hours and during the party. Hop over to our 2025 Halloween Foodie Guide to get an idea of what to expect this year.
Next, to maximize my time, I ride as many Magic Kingdom attractions before the party events begin at 7 p.m. Of course, I head straight for Haunted Mansion — it's one of the most popular attractions during the party, and with good reason! What’s a Halloween party without some haunts?
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3. Trick or Treat the Night Away
One of the highlights of the party is trick-or-treating! Guests of all ages can trick-or-treat throughout the park, collecting candy from more than a dozen trick-or-treat stations. The stations are well-marked with a glowing inflatable and are easy to find. Cast members are always hoppy to give out extra candy. They are super generous here — giving out a handful or two at each station.
By the night’s end, I usually have so much candy I can even share with my sister, Lily.
And here's a little tip! I’d wait to trick-or-treat toward the end of the night when the lines begin to shorten or if you just so happen to see a station with a short line. Treat bags are provided to each guest as you enter the event.
Keep in mind that the bags are on the smaller side, so if your goal is to score as much candy as possible, you’ll want to bring your own treat bag or purchase a souvenir bag at the Emporium.
4. Check Out the Attractions With a Spooky Twist
I’m all about catching the thrills while in the parks. During the party, three attractions receive a Halloween overlay. Mad Tea Party, Space Mountain and Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor receive bewitching makeovers, complete with festive lights and music.
Do you dare to ride Space Mountain? You’ll ride in complete darkness while creepy music is played throughout.
5. Dance, Dance, Dance!
If there’s a DJ and a dance floor, you better believe you can find me cutting a rug! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has several different dance parties:
- Disney Junior Jam at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe is perfect for little tadpoles like my sister, Lily. Vamperina, Fancy Nancy, Doc McStuffins and Timon make an appearance here. (Hopefully making a return for 2026. Characters are subject to change.)
- New for 2026 is a Stitch dance party with Lilo and Angel over in Tomorrowland at the Rockettower Plaza Stage.
- Avast, me hearties! The pirate band, Rusty Cutlass, has commandeered Adventureland (for 2025 and hopefully returning for 2026).
- Be on the lookout for Goof Max as his Powerline crew makes appearances at pop-up parties throughout Magic Kingdom.
6. Eat Your Heart Out! (Spooky Pun Toadally Intended)
I know I already raved about trick-or-treating and a few specialty treat items. But what’s a trip to Disney without indulging in as many delicious treats as you can stomach? Micky’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of those special nights to indulge. Not to mention that all that dancing really works up an appetite!
You can find ghoulish treats on just about every corner throughout the Magic Kingdom. The Creepy Kimchi Corn Dog and the Madame Leota Séance Candle from Sleepy Hollow for last year were a couple of treats that really tickled my taste buds. Hop over to our frightfully fun Halloween foodie guide for more info!
7. Hang With Your Favorite Disney Pals
It’s exciting to meet rare characters throughout the party. You’ll want to hit up the character meet and greets to fist bump and snap selfies with your favorite characters. Check our Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween character guide to know where they’ll appear. For this year, Disney has delivered a few chilling updates:
- More villains! For 2025, Mother Gothel made an appearance on Market Street (That's the name of the back alley near Tony's Town Square Restaurant) and in the Boo to You Parade.
- Jack Skellington got a whole new look! He meets with Sally inside Town Square Theater.
- Mickey & Minnie Mouse are meeting together and donning their neon spiderweb outfits!
8. Shop 'Til You Drop
Before any of our Disney World trips, I ask to do a few more chores around the house to earn allowance money. Since I already know I'll be doing a lot of shopping, I like to come prepared.
From cool swag, collectibles and popcorn buckets, it’s exciting to hop around and find a unique souvenir to help commemorate the trip. There’s a variety of specialty merchandise to choose from that can be found at the Emporium on Main Street and Star Traders in Tomorrowland.
The exclusive Halloween Party merch can sell out quickly, so if there's something you know you want, be sure to snag it early in the night.
9. Don’t Miss Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular
I’m a huge Jack Skellington fan, so I never miss the spectacular fireworks. With only one showtime at 10:00 p.m., you'll want to plan ahead so you don't miss out. The best views are in front of Cinderella Castle to see the projections and the oh-so-amazing Jack Skellington puppet. However, if you don't want to mess with the crowds in the hub, watching the fireworks from Fantasyland or Tomorrowland is really cool too.
I like to stake out a good viewing spot around 15 minutes before the show begins.
10. Catch the Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade
The Boo-To-You parade is not to be missed. The parade is filled with Disney characters, pirates and ghosts, all synchronized to spellbinding choreography. I love seeing the frogtabulous floats with my favorite characters, such as Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope Von Schweetz.
The parade is also crawling with fan-favorite villains — Ursula, Cruella de Vil, the Queen of Hearts, Maleficent and Mother Gothel, just to name a few. And Minnie Mouse, Daisy and Clarabelle appear as the Sanderson Sisters! The Boo to You Parade marches twice each night, with the first showtime at 8:15 p.m.
I don’t have an early bedtime like my sister Lily, so I like to stick it out and watch the second parade because there are typically fewer crowds during this time. You’ll still want to give yourself enough time to find a good spot, especially if you’re hoping to get a good view of the famous Headless Horseman.
I recommend watching from Frontierland, at the hub of Cinderella Castle or near the Firehouse in Town Square.
As always, you'll want to go in with a plan to maximize your time. Want to know the best way to organize your night? Hop over to our Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party park plan!
If you're looking for a party that’s perfect for older kids like me, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is it! With special entertainment, character meet-and-greets and trick-or-treating, tweens and teens will have a blast! Are you headed to the party? Let us know in the comments below!
Related: Boo to You! Our Guide to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Stay cool!
