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Your Complete Guide to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023 — Tickets On Sale Now!

by Mommy Frog on May 2, 2023 4426 Orlando

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Boo to you! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will return on select nights from Aug. 11 to Nov. 1, 2023. This special, separately ticketed event at Magic Kingdom Park offers unique characters, attraction overlays, treat stops, photo opportunities and specialty food and drink. Enjoy exclusive entertainment such as Mickey’s Boo-To-You parade, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular stage show and Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a highlight for our fam every fall — read on for all of the information you need to know before you go!

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — Waiting for the parade on Main Street USA

What Is Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?

Maybe we're a tad bit biased, but we think Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom is not to be missed.

This special event occurs after regular park hours and requires a separate party ticket to enjoy all its exclusive offerings. Enjoy five hours of party time to meet rare characters, trick or treat and catch spell-bounding entertainment. Since we've been hopping to this event for many years, we have plenty of advice to help you get the most out of this special event. 

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets and Dates

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Dates

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is held on select nights at Magic Kingdom from Aug. 11 to Nov. 1, 2023. The parties go from 7 p.m. to midnight, though party guests can enter the park as early as 4 p.m. The park closes at 6 p.m. for daytime guests without an event ticket (which means no showing of Happily Ever After fireworks on those evenings).

  • August — 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
  • September — 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29
  • October — 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31
  • November — 1

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Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets range in price by date — and you can save some green by purchasing through Undercover Tourist! Tickets are now available to all guests as of May 2. Select Disney World Resort hotel guests were given a special early booking opportunity for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets beginning April 27.

Even if you aren't attending Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, for planning purposes, it's a good idea to check out when the party IS happening since Magic Kingdom will be closing early. If you won't be attending, you'll want to hop away from Magic Kingdom if you have park hopper tickets, or plan to visit a different park that day if you have base tickets.

Best Dates to Attend Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Event Guide

The biggest question we get for this event, as well as for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, is which are the best days to attend. Many parties sell out quickly so we recommend purchasing tickets as soon as you know you want to attend.

Oct. 31 is historically one of the most popular dates to attend the Disney Halloween parties, along with Fridays in October, when more locals attend. Tuesdays and Thursdays, especially those in August and early September, are typically less popular. 2022 was a little unique because we saw more and more early dates sell out, likely due to the extra excitement from the party returning after three years. We always recommend booking as soon as possible so your date doesn't sell out! Check out our Halloween trip planning guide for more tips.

Disney does not publicly release its party capacity, but we estimate that a sold-out party is around a crowd level 7 using our Crowd Calendar. Disney's variable pricing is a strong indication of the expected most popular dates.

What Time Is Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — And How Do I Get In?

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Entrance Sign

Party guests are allowed to enter the park starting at 4 p.m., which we recommend taking advantage of. If arriving between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., all you need is your party ticket — a separate day ticket or park reservation is not required. A popular question that comes up is how Disney handles the transition between park close and the start of the party. The park closes for regular guests at 6 p.m., which allows cast members more time to filter out regular day guests who are not staying for the party.

Once you arrive at the entrance, cast members direct you toward specific touchpoints for entry (often on the right-hand side, but be sure to double-check with signage or cast members). Party wristbands are then given to party guests after going through the touchpoints. If you've entered before 4 p.m. with regular park admission, you don't have to go all the way to the entrance! Wristbands are also distributed to those who present a valid party ticket at Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland and across from Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor in Tomorrowland. Beginning at 6 p.m., cast members are stationed at critical points throughout the park to direct the wristband-less toward the exit.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Cast Member with Sign

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Park Plan

For party guests arriving just in time for the spooky festivities, expect to be directed toward Market Street. (That's the name of the back alley between La Chapeau and Tony's Town Square Restaurant.) This path is where you'll find adorable Halloween character statues and be provided your bag for your first treat station. The bags last year were the same size as previous ones but were 50th-themed and reusable! Could there be a special 100th anniversary-themed bag in 2023? We can't wait to find out! Select Halloween merchandise can be purchased here, as well. What a grand entrance to the party!

New for 2022 — and hopfully continuing for 2023 — enjoy special 3D photo backdrops throughout the park for a perfect photo-op! Last year, we saw one near Tomorrowland Terrace and another by the Magic Carpets of Aladdin.

Want to know the best way to organize your night? Hop over to our Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Park Plan!

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Map

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — 2022 map

Interested in how exactly things work at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Guests can pick up a specialty map highlighting some of the activities and entertainment, trick-or-treat locations, allergy-friendly options and more in store at the party.

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

There's lots of exclusive entertainment to enjoy at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!

Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular (Confirmed for 2023)

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Mickey's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular

A special fireworks show with projection effects, lasers, lights and fireworks first debuted in 2019. Hosted by Jack Skellington from "The Nightmare Before Christmas," Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular features Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy on a trick-or-treating adventure, as they are drawn to a mysterious haunted house. The show also showcases appearances from dancing skeletons and ghosts, along with some troublemaking Disney villains, during their journey inside the house. We LOVED the stunning castle projections (they're super fun and colorful) and as usual, Disney didn't disappoint with its booming fireworks. It was the only time of the night we weren't saying "boo," but instead, "ooh" and "aah." In 2022, the fireworks began at 10:15 p.m.

Fireworks dessert parties returned in 2022 with treats such as chocolate-dipped strawberries, cheesecake mousse, cupcakes, seasonal fruits, cheeses and special drinks. Enjoy your sweets and reserved seating at the Tomorrowland Terrace or a reserved standing view at the Plaza Garden. (Check out our overview of the regular Magic Kingdom fireworks dessert parties to know what to expect). 2023 booking dates have not been announced yet.

Note that on party nights, Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular is the only fireworks show at Magic Kingdom, so there will be no showing of Happily Ever After.

Mickey's "Boo-To-You" Halloween Parade (Confirmed for 2023)

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Boo to You Parade Entrance

Catch your favorite Disney characters in Mickey's "Boo-To-You" Halloween Parade! About 15 minutes before it begins, the Headless Horseman trots over Liberty Square, continues in front of Cinderella Castle (but does not go all the way around the hub) and down Main Street. Note that he will not ride if affected by rain. (Psst ... did you know you can visit the Headless Horseman's horse, Rocky, among other working horses at Disney World, over at Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Fort Wilderness?!)

New for 2022, those waiting for the parade on portions of Main Street, U.S.A. could reminisce on classic '90s nostalgia with a dance crew led by Max Goof — cosplaying as Powerline from the popular "A Goofy Movie"! We hope he makes his frogtacular return this year.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Powerline Max

Mickey and Minnie lead the parade along with their friends, including Goofy, Pluto, Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Aladdin, Jasmine and others. Tinker Bell and Captain Jack Sparrow follow along on their floats. The Gravediggers precede Constance Hatchaway, better known as The Black Widow Bride from The Haunted Mansion. She was new to the parade in 2019 and glides down the street alongside dancing ghoulish couples. You'll also see Pixar characters, Hitchhiking ghosts, Disney villains and more!

The parades kick off at 9:15 p.m. and 11:15 p.m. Note that the parade may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular (Confirmed for 2023)

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party - Hocus Pocus Spelltacular

The infamous Sanderson Sisters from "Hocus Pocus" are a must-see at the Disney Halloween party! Watch out — they may put a spell on you as they conjure up the "Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular" show at the Castle Forecourt Stage. The show is held exclusively during the party and features the Sanderson Sisters, Winifred, Mary and Sarah, along with other Disney villains such as Dr. Facilier, Ooogie Boogie and Maleficent. The show is still a wicked-good time, especially for fans of the film! Shows can be delayed or canceled due to weather.

  • August and September Showtimes (2022): 8:35 p.m., 10:45 p.m. and 12 a.m.
  • October Showtimes (2022): 7:40 p.m., 8:35 p.m., 10:45 p.m. and 12 a.m. 

Cadaver Dans Barbershop Quartet (Confirmed for 2023)

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party - Cadaver Dans

This Dapper Dans-style ghostly group pops up throughout the night for performances in front of The Frontier Trading Post in Frontierland. They'll crack jokes with their deadpan humor and sing songs, including "Happy Trails To You" and "Boo to You."

In 2022, you could catch the Cadaver Dans at 7 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9:50 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.

Disney Junior Jam (Confirmed for 2023)

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party — Vampirina at the Disney Junior Jam

Calling all tadpoles! Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe in Tomorrowland hosts the Disney Junior Jam, featuring some of Lily's Disney Channel faves, from 7 p.m. to midnight. You might see characters such as Vampirina, Fancy Nancy, Doc McStuffins and even Timon. Lily also LOVES this dance party!

Monstrous Scream-O-Ween Ball

Over in Tomorrowland at the Rockettower Plaza Stage, guests can join Mike Wazowski, Sulley, and their other monster friends for the Monstrous Scream-O-Ween Ball! Show off your best monstrous dance moves from 7 p.m. to midnight.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Characters and Rides

Character Greetings

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — Kids meeting Jack and Sally

One of the biggest highlights of the night is meeting characters, especially those who don't greet guests at other times of the year. The most popular characters are Jack Skellington and Sally, who draw big lines. Other popular characters include Elvis Stitch, Pooh and friends in their Halloween costumes and more! There are more than twenty characters meeting throughout the park at select times and locations. Here's everyone who met during the 2022 parties:

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – Character Location infographic

Check out our 2022 not-so-scary character guide for all character locations, photos and tips for meeting. Character appearances and locations have not been announced for 2023 parties, but use our guide to help give you an idea. Many of the same characters return each year.

Attractions Open During Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

One of the major perks of ticketed events such as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is the shorter lines for some of your favorite attractions. This year, we saw Seven Dwarfs Mine Train go up to 40 minutes but come down later at night! Most attractions end up being 5 or 10 minute waits most of the night, so you can hop on lots of rides if that's your priority.

New for 2023, TRON Lightcycle Run will be available during the party via a virtual queue! We'll let you know more as additional details are released.

Disney Genie+ is not available during the party. If you have a valid park reservation and admission to a park earlier in the day, you could utilize Genie between 4 and 6 p.m. If only attending with a party ticket, you may not be able to purchase Genie+ due to not having a park reservation. Because wait times are typically so low during the party, we don’t think it’s necessary to purchase just for that short window.

Note that wait times between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. will not appear in the My Disney Experience app, but all attractions should remain open to party guests during that time (The app sees the park as closing at 6 p.m. and then reopening at 7 p.m., but don't worry, the park is very much open during this time for you to enjoy before the real party begins at 7 p.m.).

Rides are subject to closure at any time. For a list of refurbishments during your specific dates, please see our full list of Disney World ride closures. Mickey's PhilharMagic, Carousel of Progress and the Enchanted Tiki Room are closed during the party. Here's which attractions are available for 2023:

Adventureland:

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

Frontierland:

  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Liberty Square:

  • Haunted Mansion

Fantasyland:

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

Tomorrowland:

  • Astro Orbiter
  • Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
  • Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor*
  • Space Mountain*
  • Tomorrowland Speedway
  • Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
  • TRON Lightcycle / Run (Virtual queue only)

*Some attractions may receive spooktacular, party-exclusive overlays and enhancements, including Mad Tea Party, Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain and Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor. A crew of live pirates takes over your journey on Pirates of the Caribbean. Meanwhile, Mad Tea Party gets special lighting and music, while Space Mountain goes completely dark. Over at the Laugh Floor in the Monster World, the comedic monsters learn more about the Human World holiday called Halloween. These are not yet confirmed for 2023.

Costume Information

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — Kids dressed as "Encanto" characters

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of the few times that adults can dress up in costumes! Be sure to double-check the costume guidelines for these special events.

General Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Costume Guidelines:

  • Disney may deny admission to anyone or remove anyone who is wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or could detract from other guests' experiences.
  • Guests may dress as their favorite characters, but cannot pose for pictures or sign autographs.
  • Costumes must be family-friendly and not obstructive, offensive, violent or objectionable.
  • Costumes must not contain weapons that resemble or could be mistaken for real weapons.
  • Costumes may not contain sharp or pointed objects, or materials that might accidentally strike another guest.
  • Guests who do not abide by the guidelines may be refused entry or removed unless their costumes can be modified to acceptable standards.

For guests ages 14 and up:

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Guests Dressed Up as Powerline

  • Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and subject to additional security screening.
  • Costumes may not reach or drag the ground.
  • Capes should not go below the waist.
  • Themed T-shirts, shirts, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable.
  • Transparent wings, plastic lightsabers, toy swords and tutus are OK. Headwear must not cover the face.
  • Costume masks are not allowed.

For guests ages 13 and under:

  • Costumes and some costume masks may be worn. Masks cannot cover the entire face, and eyes must be visible.

Trick-or-Treating

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — Treat stop

One of the big "treats" of the Disney Halloween party is trick-or-treating around the park. And best yet, it's for all ages! You can haul in quite a lot of candy if that's the goal, but we prefer to enjoy the entertainment and hit a trick-or-treat trail or two as we hop around.

All party guests receive a reusable trick-or-treat bag with a fun Halloween design, so no worries about bringing your own bag (though we know some frogs like to bring their own to secure lots of candy). All of the candy is individually wrapped and there is usually a mix of chocolate, peanuts and non-chocolate treats.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Allergy-Friendly Station

Concerned about allergies? Disney has special allergy-friendly stations so everyone can trick-or-treat. Guests can pick up an allergy-friendly treat bag at the Chamber of Commerce near the entrance or in Liberty Square. Collect blue coins at regular treat stops and return to the two locations to redeem your goodies! Selections can vary, but we saw treats including Smarties, gummy bears, rice-milk chocolate bars and more. They provide lists of the full ingredients so there's something for every allergy!

All of the trick-or-treat stops are marked with a large glowing inflatable. Here were the stops for 2022:

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treat Locations

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Candy Distribution

Here are the treat locations from 2022. We'll update once we attend this year, but expect similar locations.

Main Street, U.S.A.

  • Market Street (available until 8 p.m.)
  • Chamber of Commerce (allergy-friendly station)

Adventureland

  • Tortuga Tavern
  • Aloha Isle

Frontierland

  • Splash Mountain
  • Sawyer Island dock (near Big Thunder Mountain)
  • Country Bear Jamboree

Liberty Square

  • Columbia Harbor House
  • Liberty Square Ticket Office (allergy-friendly station)

Fantasyland

  • Pinocchio Village Haus
  • Mickey's PhilharMagic
  • Walt Disney World Railroad Station
  • Ariel's Grotto

Tomorrowland

  • Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor
  • Cosmic Ray's Starlight Café
  • Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Food and Merchandise

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Candy Cane Soft Serve

If the free candy doesn't quite satisfy your sweet tooth, you can enjoy spooktacular offerings created especially for the season. We tried the Pain and Panic hot dog and Winifred's Elixir of Youth from Casey's Corner (since they were available before the party started, we could still mobile order!) in 2022. The hot dog had a bit of a kick to it with the spicy mustard on it, but very enjoyable, though probably not tadpole-approved. The Elixir of Youth was very refreshing with an interesting texture — it truly looked like something out of a witch's cauldron! (Be warned, it will turn you green ... well, more so than normal for us frogs). We also tried the yummy Candy Corn soft-serve from Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies, as well as the Sweet Almond Corn Cake from Pecos Bill's. Our brains still can't believe it's cake, and a delicious one at that! There are also specialty popcorn buckets, sippers and a candy glow cube. Check out our spellbinding guide to Halloween treats for more details!

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — Corn Cake from Peco's Bill

Some items are also available during regular park hours, while some are only offered during the party. It's important to note that some of these unique, event-exclusive treats for purchase can have long lines and can sell out later in the night, particularly if crowd levels are high. So, if you've got your eye (and stomach) set on a specific treat, we'd recommend hopping to it — the earlier, the better!

For an extra special celebration, you can book Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party for special Halloween-themed treats and reserved viewing of the fireworks from Tomorrowland Terrace.

Speaking of sweets — while we, of course, advise you to save some room for treats throughout the party, we recommend grabbing a meal ahead of time. Sitting down for dinner with your tadpoles can eat up anywhere between thirty minutes to over an hour of the five-hour party time, so it's much better to enjoy a nice meal before you start partying. Also, some restaurants may not be open once the party starts (another reason why we recommend using the 4 p.m. pre-party arrival window). We generally take this time to enjoy a quick-service meal at Casey's or the Friar's Nook so that we can get to hoppin'. Mobile ordering also stops at 6 p.m. once the park officially closes.

For those interested in booking a table-service restaurant, Be Our Guest Restaurant and Cinderella's Royal Table were open during party time in 2022. Advanced reservations can be made online. You must have a party ticket in order to dine during the event.

Not attending the party? Certain table-service restaurants such as the Jungle Skipper Canteen, Liberty Tree Tavern, The Crystal Palace and Tony's Town Square Restaurant are open until 6:55 p.m. on party nights and may have reservations available until then. Regular guests may book these late reservations, even if after park close. Once you are done with dinner, you will not be allowed to remain in the park and cast members may escort you to the exit.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Merchandise

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Merchandise

If shopping is your top priority, visit the Emporium for apparel, ornaments and more exclusive to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We're not overstating this — lines for exclusive merchandise can rival the lines for the characters. Items can sell out quickly if you wait until later in the night. Before you arrive at the party, decide how much time you're willing to spend to get those exclusive items. If you're lucky enough to be traveling with two "grown-up" frogs, we recommend one waiting for merch while the other takes the tadpoles on a ride or two nearby.

New for 2022, all guests received a free commemorative print as they exited the park!

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tips

As we've mentioned a time or two, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of the Frog Family's absolute favorite events! For those of you who love Halloween, it is definitely not to be missed.

Now, each of us Frog Family members has a different thing we love most about the party so that just goes to show you there is a little something for everyone! For those of you wondering whether the party is worth the additional expense, for us, it's a resounding "Yes!" To make it the absolute best experience for your family, follow these tips:

1. Wear a Costume

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Family in Costume

While it's not required that you wear a costume, it sure adds to my enjoyment because my favorite part of the night is taking in all of the elaborate costumes! And since this is the one event of the year where adults are allowed to wear a costume at Magic Kingdom, I like to take advantage of it. And, in case you're wondering, you're never too old to enjoy Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We have seen so many creative costumes over the years — we saw lots of the Familia Madrigal this year!

2. Keep It Light

While temperatures in Orlando are cooling down a bit, the average high is 91 in August, 90 in September and 85 in October. It can still be quite muggy, especially after those still-frequent afternoon rains, so parents should dress their children (and themselves) accordingly for the Disney Halloween party. Think twice before outfitting your little monster as Sulley (or at least a head-to-toe furry Sulley). Consider bringing a change of clothes for younger children "just in case" and picking up rain ponchos at your nearest dollar store before you leave for the trip.

3. Get to the Parks Early

This is the single most important tip for maximizing your fun and justifying the cost of this separately-ticketed event. While the Disney Halloween party officially starts at 7 p.m., guests can begin entering the park as early as 4 p.m. (And yes, you can wear your costumes into the park at that time!) We highly recommend you get to the park early, so you can spend as much time in Magic Kingdom as possible.

When you arrive, Halloween Party attendees will be directed to a special entrance to receive wristbands. If you've already spent your day at the Magic Kingdom, you can secure your wristband from a cast member at specially designated locations in Tomorrowland and Adventureland. Don't worry — you can't miss the signs! Receiving your wristband is an absolute MUST-DO. Cast members are around every corner to usher non-party attendees out of the park.

4. Visit the Most "In-Demand" Characters First or During the First Parade

Leap's favorite part of the party is meeting all of the characters who greet guests in different locations. "Rare" characters are out for photo-ops, and your usual favorites are wearing their best Halloween garb. Lines can get very long for the most popular characters (up to three hours or more!), so be sure to prioritize. (If you want a costume idea, check out our DIY Jack and Sally T-shirt.)

Popular characters such as Jack and Sally may meet before the party even begins, but only for Halloween party guests with wristbands. If you arrive at Magic Kingdom when doors "open" for Halloween party guests at 4 p.m., we recommend heading toward the characters' designated locations and asking cast members where and when to line up. That way, you can spend valuable party time doing other fun activities!

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — Stitch dressed as Elvis

Can't make it early? Have no fear. Our best advice is to wait until just before parade times to hop in line for character meet-and-greets. Pick one of the two parade showings to attend, and then spend the other time snapping pics with your favorite characters. However, some characters do leave their spots because they're in the parade. Additionally, don't wait until the very end of the night. We tried getting in line to see Stitch around 11:30 p.m. but cast members said they were finishing up for the night and weren't letting anyone else in line. You can check the My Disney Experience app for exact timeframes for character appearances.

As a time-saver, try meeting characters who are joined by a friend. This may also make your tadpoles hoppier. Lily was dying to meet Jasmine, but Tad was all "whatever." Once he saw Genie join Jasmine, he hopped right in line with his sister.

The lines for characters have grown longer than in years past. We recommend deciding as a family who your "top priority" characters are and making a game plan before you go. If a photo isn't a must, it's fun just to walk around and see the characters and their unique outfits. A majority of them meet outside, so it's easy to check them out in passing.

5. Stake Out Your Parade Location

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Minnie in the Parade

Tad's favorite part of the party is watching Mickey's "Boo-To-You" Parade. He loves the Headless Horseman, all of the spooky floats and the characters in costume. You don't want to miss the Grandmaster's entrance — even if he is missing his head. Be sure to find a spot along the parade route at least 15 minutes in advance if you don't mind standing behind other people. If you want to be in the very front row, you should plan on staking out your spot — especially near Cinderella Castle and along Main Street, U.S.A. — at least an hour ahead of time.

Don't want to spend so much time holding your ground? We recommend viewing it in Frontierland. You can get a great spot with much shorter notice. We love the atmosphere of Main Street, U.S.A. (and that's where you'll find us for the Christmas parade), but Halloween is a different story. We think Frontierland fits the spooky ambiance of "Boo-to-You." Since the parade starts in Frontierland, that also means it finishes sooner. So you can hop on more rides and character meet-and-greets while the rest of the audience waits for it to finish up. Powerline Max could only be found on Main Street.

The parade happens twice nightly and kicks off in Frontierland, follows the waterway until it reaches Liberty Square, crosses the Liberty Square bridge, circles Central Plaza in front of Cinderella Castle, then heads down Main Street, U.S.A., where it ends next to Harmony Barbershop. If you don't mind the kids staying up late, go to the second parade. It's usually much less crowded.

6. Don't Miss the Show and Fireworks 

The Sanderson Sisters take over the castle stage in the "Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular," featuring other villains including Dr. Facilier, Ooogie Boogie and Maleficent. This is one of our favorite shows in all of Walt Disney World — you won't want to miss it! You'll find it less crowded at the later showings, especially the midnight show if you can hold out the extra time.

With only one showtime at 10:15 p.m., you'll want to prepare for Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular. We think it's best to see it in front of Cinderella Castle so you can see the frogtastic projections. However, if you really don't want to mess with the crowds in the hub (or if you're attending multiple parties), it's cool to watch the fireworks in Fantasyland. You get more of a 360-degree show with fireworks booming all around you!

7. Knock Out Hocus Pocus, the Parade and Fireworks All at Once

If these three experiences fall at the top of your must-do list, we'd recommend finding a good viewing spot in front of Cinderella Castle and staying put through all three. While the second parade has lower crowds, trying to get through the crowd that has already been in the hub from the first parade who stay for the fireworks is not easy. If you're just coming for the fireworks, Casey's Corner or Plaza Ice Cream Parlor would be great options for a quick escape, but you'd still need to arrive early.

8. Get Your Boogie On

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — ZOM-BEATZ BASH

It just wouldn't be a Disney Halloween party without a dance. Mike and Sulley play host to their own Monstrous Scream-O-Ween Ball on the Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland. Do it like the zombies do at the ZOM-BEATZ Bash in Cosmic Ray's or dance the night away with Disney Junior Pals at Storybook Circus.

9. Don't Spend Too Much Time Waiting for the Ride Overlays

While it's always neat to experience your favorite attraction with a twist, we didn't find any of the special Halloween party attraction experiences worth waiting too long for. The difference in the party-exclusive changes on Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain and Mad Tea Party are fairly minor, so don't get your hopes up on having a toadally different experience. (The rides close and undergo a short transition period before the party begins.) We wouldn't wait any longer than 20 to 30 minutes for any of these. If you can catch a short line (like our walk-on for Pirates), you should check 'em out!

10. Save Trick or Treating for the Last Hour

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Cast Member Giving Out Candy

Upon entry into the park, guests receive treat bags. It's a cool perk, but they are on the smallish side. If your children are there for the loot, consider packing extra bags. You can also purchase souvenir bags that do the trick! Trick-or-treating is Lily's favorite part of the party, but she loves saying "trick or treat" as much as she loves the candy.

You'll find candy stations throughout the park. Save time and skip the crowds by trick-or-treating later in the evening. If your treat line is long, don't wait. Visit a different one, or come back later. During the last hour of the party, trick-or-treat lines are basically non-existent, so you can quickly hop around!

Do you have questions about Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Share them in the comments below! For more vacation planning tips, check out the When to Visit Orlando page inside our Orlando Planning Timeline!

Related: Schedule of Disney World Special Events

Hoppy Halloween!

Keep hopping, Mommy Frog!
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Aug 23, 2015 at 7:34 p.m. Lauren Says...

MNSSHP will be the only time we visit park on our trip to WDW this time around. If I link my Halloween tickets to My Disney Experience account to use the fast pass+ option from 4-7, how will we use the use the fp at the park without bands? Will we still have a fp+ option?

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Sep 10, 2015 at 11:25 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lauren,

This is a good question, and I don't have a definitive answer. If you opted for a physical ticket for the Halloween Party, you should be able to use that for FastPass+. If you opted for an E-ticket, I am not certain that you can. The ability to make FastPass+ reservations on the MNSSHP ticket has always been a loophole. We would look at it as a bonus if it works.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 23, 2015 at 12:05 p.m. Tricia Says...

Hello,

I plan on going to the Magic Kingdom on the same day that there is the Halloween Party. Do I need to buy a day pass and a Halloween party pass (so 2 tickets for that day). I hope this makes sense. Thanks!

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Aug 26, 2015 at 10:07 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Tricia,

Yes, you do.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 21, 2015 at 4:39 p.m. Bailey Says...

During the Halloween Party are the regular meet and greets (Anna and Elsa) available?

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Aug 26, 2015 at 8:16 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Bailey,

Yes! Anna and Elsa are available to meet during the Halloween Party.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 21, 2015 at 4:33 p.m. Lauren Says...

Hello! It will be my first time going to Disneyland (not Disneyworld) around Halloween. I was wondering on the days where there is no party does the park stay open until the normal hours? Also do people dress up on non-party days? I was thinking of getting a park hopper on a non-party day and then getting a party ticket for the next day :)

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Aug 26, 2015 at 8:35 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lauren,

I think you've got a good plan!

We have a post dedicated to Disneyland's Halloween Time. All of the Disney parks adjust park hours based on crowd levels, so "normal hours" is always a bit in flux. On nights without the party, the park will be open later, though, than nights with the party.

Disneyland has specific costume guidelines, and adults are not allowed to wear costumes at other times.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 18, 2015 at 11:11 a.m. Adam Says...

Hello! Your site has been such a great resource for planning our DW trip this September - thank you! We just managed to score a table at Cinderella's Castle on the night of the 22nd - at 7pm. We don't have Halloween tickets for that night, though. We have them for the following Friday. Do you think it will be a problem? Should we call Disney and ask to move the reservation to 6.55pm? We're coming from Australia - so it's truly a once in a lifetime event!

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Aug 18, 2015 at 9:25 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Adam,

You will be allowed to stay for your dinner reservation. I would make sure to head over there just a little bit early. Have fun!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 18, 2015 at 9:16 p.m. Adam Says...

Thanks for that! I wasn't going to tell my daughter just in case but now I will. She'll be so happy. It was so hard getting a reservation there. :)

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Aug 20, 2015 at 6:55 p.m. kelly Says...

I would really call and check on that. It specifically says on the 7 pm reservation that you need a ticket. I was told anything after 6:55 would not be allowed without a MNSSHP ticket.

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Sep 7, 2015 at 7:25 a.m. Adam Says...

Hey Kelly,

Our reservation details on the website doesn't mention it, and I have printed that out to take with me. When I called the WDW Dining they suggested we get there early. Apparently if you don't have tickets someone literally walks you out of the park at the end of your dinner.

I am still a little worried about it though, but I guess the worst that will happen is we'll have to pay for the Halloween tickets on the night. I can't see them doing that, though. We're staying on site for ten days.

Adam

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Aug 18, 2015 at 2:01 a.m. Tiffany Says...

where do the kids actually Trick-or-Treat?

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Aug 18, 2015 at 9:27 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Tiffany,

There are several treat locations and trick-or-treat trails throughout the park.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 17, 2015 at 9:49 p.m. Cheri Says...

I managed to snag reservation at Be Our Guest Restaurant during a Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party night. But I’m having second thoughts. We have never done either and not likely to do another Halloween party. My question is do you think it will be worth an hour out of the party for dinner with the Beast? Reservations are at 7:55 with the 1st parade at 8:30 with the 2nd parade at 10:30. I’m not sure about any other special Halloween activities. Do you think the dinner take up to much time to be worth it?

Thank you for your thoughts.

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Aug 25, 2015 at 8:05 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Cheri,

This is a tough question. Ideally, you would have the reservation on a non-party night. It is going to take you away from the party activities, but it is also a very cool experience to dine with the Beast. If you are staying until midnight and plan on seeing the second parade, I think it will be OK, but up to you!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 17, 2015 at 7:38 p.m. SFT Says...

We will be in the park all day before the start of the MNSSHP. I have already booked FP for the morning. Do we have to use those before booking FP during the party? And do you think we will be terribly exhausted to get there early morning and stay until midnight? Probably a silly question!

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Aug 25, 2015 at 8:02 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi there,

FastPass+ is not offered during the party, so what you did is great! Crowds will peak in the afternoons, so having FastPass+ then is best. Whether you will be exhausted depends a lot on you and your group, but, yes, if you stay all day and then until midnight without a break, I think you will be exhausted (a good kind of exhausted). It would be better if you could take a break in the early afternoon, have a nap or a swim, or just something to recharge.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Apr 8, 2016 at 12:13 a.m. April Says...

So excited to attend our first MNSSHP. We will be there Oct. 13th - 18th. Any ideas which night is the best to go? We are currently thinking the 18th. Ut totally open to other ideas.

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Apr 8, 2016 at 8:29 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi April,

Yes, that would be the best. The 13th is also a good choice.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 16, 2015 at 10:02 p.m. Collette Says...

do you know if the Sinister Soirée is being held this year?

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Aug 18, 2015 at 2:19 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Collette,

It has not yet been announced for this year. Judging by the popularity of it, our guess is that it will be back. Stay tuned.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 16, 2015 at 8:24 p.m. Jessica Says...

Hi, my husband and I are planning on going to disney on 10/23. We were thinking of also purchasing tickets to the halloween party also, but were confused as to if we could even do a regualar park day and the party on the same night. Would they just give us our wristbands when we entered the park in the morning, or would we have to exit and then come back in? Just wanting to know what's best.

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Aug 18, 2015 at 2:20 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jessica,

You don't have to exit. Just head toward Main Street after 4 p.m. but before 7 p.m. and get your wristbands!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 15, 2015 at 8:58 p.m. Jay Wood Says...

Hi!! We love your tips. Me and my daughter who is 12 go to Disney for a week every year. This past Aug was our 8th. I have tickets on my My Exp- Magic Band for MNSSH for Oct 16. Also on my Band is my last 4 days of my No-Experation 10 day passes. When we get to the park at 4 to enter for that Scary nite I worry that my 10 day pass will read and not my Scaary pass. Should I worry?? I just want to make sure I dont lose a day by accident on my 10 day pass. We want to Maximize that day since I already have FP from 4-7 that day. Thanks for your answer and God Bless!!

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Aug 24, 2015 at 2:11 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jay,

We have had a similar issue. The best bet to insure that this doesn't happen is to visit guest services at the park before you enter and have the cast member reassign your MNSSHP ticket to make sure it is used first. You could also try calling to get this done in advance, but the last time I called about this, the cast member I spoke with said it had to be done in person.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 13, 2015 at 3:08 p.m. Lori Says...

We are attending WDW for the first time. We were planning to be at MK on 10/15, Epcot on 10/16 and MK on 10/17. We are not planning to attend the Halloween Party. Does the park close early for the Halloween Party? Will that affect our ability to make the most of our time there?

Also, we were planning to see the 9:45 Celebrate the Magic and 10:00 Wishes fireworks on Sat 10/17. Are those the regular ones or Halloween themed? Will we still be able to see those shows if we don't have a Halloween Party ticket?

Feeling confused. Thanks in advance for your help!

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Aug 24, 2015 at 10:57 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lori,

Magic Kingdom closing early shouldn't be a huge impact on your ability to see and do everything. Generally, though, the non-party days will be a little bit more crowded than party days because of the shortened hours. There are seasonal changes to Celebrate the Magic, but the overall show doesn't change significantly. On non-party nights, Wishes is the normal show. If you wanted to see HalloWishes, you could watch from Ticket and Transportation Center, the beach at Disney's Polynesian and at the observation deck at California Grill. You'd need a reservation for some time in the evening at California Grill (if you dine early, you'd just need to show your receipt to come back). Each of these locations also pipe in the music! TTC is probably the easiest to get to, but we think California Grill has the best view.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 12, 2015 at 10:01 p.m. Flo Says...

Hi there! Thanks for all the great info! We are going this year to MNSCHP for the first time. I was wondering if you knew when the schedule for this year will be available so that we can start planning!

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Aug 20, 2015 at 1:28 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Flo,

The schedule typically isn't available in advance, but it doesn't change too much from year to year. You can view last year's to get a good idea for this year.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 12, 2015 at 2:01 p.m. Rena Says...

Hi, thanks so much for your informative posts. I have tickets for October 13 for MNSSHP and am wondering if it would be a good idea to purchase a 2nd night for this, didn't know if we will be able to fit it all in into one night? Thanks

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Aug 20, 2015 at 1:26 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rena,

You should be able to experience the biggest events in one night. If you wanted to experience EVERYTHING, including every character meet-and-greet and every trick-or-treat trail, then yes, you would want two nights.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 10, 2015 at 1:34 p.m. Natalie Says...

we'll be disney for this event. if we are attending all day from 9, how will they know to kick us out if we don't have party tickets? i.e. can you sneakily stay all day on just a regular ticket??!?

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Aug 18, 2015 at 2:07 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Natalie,

Only party guests receive party wristbands. If you are not wearing a wristband starting at 7 p.m., you will be directed toward the exits.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 9, 2015 at 12:11 a.m. Jenn Says...

Hello! Thanks for the great info. I was wondering if one night was enough to get most everything done? We will have an almost 3 year old in tow. Would it be a waste to buy tickets for another night?

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Aug 18, 2015 at 1:41 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jenn,

I think you could experience most of the highlights in one evening. What would make it difficult is if you wanted to see all of the most popular characters.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 6, 2015 at 8:37 p.m. Alton Says...

So Kids ages 3-9 are free? And do you know dates are sold out?

Thanks

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Aug 6, 2015 at 4:02 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Alton,

Kids 3-9 are not free, and so far Oct. 31 is the only sold out date.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 6, 2015 at 10:19 p.m. Alton Says...

Sorry to bother you, but is the dates for the party accurate?

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Aug 7, 2015 at 9:45 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Alton,

Yes, they are.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 3, 2015 at 3:45 p.m. KimW Says...

We have tickets to MNSSHP for this October but was wondering if we have to use a park ticket to go in along with our MNSSHP tix or just the MNSSHP tix?

Thanks!

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Aug 3, 2015 at 2:25 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kim,

Just the MNSSHP ticket is all you need to enter at party time.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 3, 2015 at 2:23 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Adrianna,

Unfortunately, you are out of luck for the 31st. Could you try one of the dates before then?

Mommy Frog

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Aug 25, 2015 at 3:29 a.m. Jenny Says...

If you happen to have a military ID, they may still sell you a ticket to a sold out event at a Guest Relations window. I would call Disney to be sure, but I was told this for the Very Merry Christmas Party in 2014.

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Aug 3, 2015 at 2:20 p.m. Nicole Says...

Will you be getting tickets to sell for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party? Do you know when? And if you will have them for Oct. 31st? Thanks!

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Aug 3, 2015 at 2:28 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Nicole,

We are expecting to get tickets for select party dates. Unfortunately, the Oct. 31 party is already sold out.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 1, 2015 at 2:44 p.m. Ashley Says...

I had read everywhere that fastpasses were not open for MNSSHP tickets. But when I linked my tickets, it allowed us to get them for up until 7pm. Because of the few day delay, now we don't have HM or 7DMT. Bummer.

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Aug 28, 2015 at 6:25 p.m. Lyle Baker Says...

How were you able to get Fast Passes from 4-7pm with only your MNSSHP tickets? Our tickets are "linked" but we are unable to get Fast Passes.

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Aug 5, 2015 at 5:02 a.m. L.B. Says...

I booked 3 fast pass between 4-7 the day we plan to go MNSSH but it took away from another park day. We booked 3 days, plus MNSSH and could only book 3 sets of fastpasses. Hopefully it will work out for us....

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Aug 5, 2015 at 8:56 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi L.B.

Do you and did you have your Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party ticket linked in My Disney Experience?

Leap

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Aug 1, 2015 at 9:52 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Ashley,

I wouldn't worry too much about Haunted Mansion. The wait usually isn't too bad for it without FastPass+. For 7DMT, you can either keep trying for something to open up or go during the party toward the end of the evening when waits drop off.

I don't think it will be too bad.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 5, 2015 at 9:08 p.m. DJ Says...

According to Disney, FP+ are not available for the event. Disney sells a limited amount of tickets. Most wait times are 10 to 15 minutes. From past experience, this is pretty accurate. So, since entry is usually 4pm, you can select FP+ for the 4pm - 7pm time frame, if available. Have fun!

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Aug 7, 2015 at 9:47 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi DJ,

Yes, this is correct. You can book FastPass+ from 4-7 p.m. with your party ticket.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 1, 2015 at 4:30 a.m. Lindsay Says...

We are taking our daughter for her 3rd birthday. I'm concerned the celebration may be too scary for her age, despite the "not so scary" name. Will the villain costumes or atmosphere be too much for such a young age?

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Aug 1, 2015 at 9:34 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lindsay,

At your daughter's age, even the not scary costumed characters may frighten your daughter. It took Lily a long time to not be scared of the characters who weren't princesses. That is fairly easy to avoid, since you do have to line up to meet characters. The other thing that might scare your daughter it the Mickey's Boo to You Parade with its villains, and especially the Headless Horseman at the beginning. I wouldn't avoid the parade for that reason, but I would be prepared in advance.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 1, 2015 at 8:35 p.m. Lindsay Says...

Great advise!! With those concerns, do you think it will be worth our money to purchase the extra tickets for the event or would you suggest we just wait till our next visit in a couple of years when she is older?

Also, I couldn't find what time the park closes for non MNSSHP guests and how late the party goes to.

Thanks for the super knowledgable help!!!!

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Aug 2, 2015 at 8:50 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lindsay,

I wouldn't let that stop you from going - there are so many other aspects that you all will enjoy. Every child is different, and she may not be afraid at all. I don't think it would take away from the overall experience. Also, the party hours are 7 p.m. until midnight.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 31, 2015 at 8:18 p.m. Heather Says...

Thanks for the wonderful info! Does Disney dining accept MK restaurant reservations during the Halloween party? When I check dining hours for dates with the party, they don't offer reservation times past 7 pm.

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Aug 1, 2015 at 9:06 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Heather,

Thank you for the compliment! Yes, they do, but it's possible those reservations are now booked.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 28, 2015 at 6:16 p.m. Lindsay Says...

You might have already answered this but do you know generally how many tickets are available for each night? Or, on the busiest night, what the crowd might be comparable to during a "regular" disney day?

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Jul 31, 2015 at 9 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lindsay,

Disney does not publish this information, so we don't know for sure, but a sold out party would likely be a crowd level 8-10.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 27, 2015 at 11 p.m. Brad Says...

Last year, you could book FP+ from 4-7 with only a MNSSP ticket. Will this be available again this year?

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Aug 3, 2015 at 2:34 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Brad,

Yes, this is available, just make sure your ticket is linked in My Disney Experience.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 25, 2015 at 2:20 a.m. Angie Says...

Hi!

We are going to the 9/22 party. Ir's our 1st time ever at Disney and we are super excited! I'm so happy to get to trick-or-treat as an adult!! One of those things I thought I'd lost with my choldhood. :(

Anyway, will we stand out if we choose not to wear Disney themed costumes, or woll Wonderwoman or a flapper girl fit in?

Thanks for your help!

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Aug 3, 2015 at 8:21 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Angie,

Costumes do not have to be Disney-themed, although the majority will be. I think Wonder Woman and Flapper Girl will be just fine.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 22, 2015 at 1:18 p.m. Delia Says...

Hi there,

My husband and I are going to WDW for a conference and have tickets to Mickey's Halloween. If we are only entering the park at the time of the Party (so after 4pm) do we still need a ticket to enter the park?? Thanks for the help!

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Jul 22, 2015 at 8:47 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Delia,

No, if that's the case, you just need the party ticket.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 17, 2015 at 11:45 p.m. Cramer Says...

Hello!

If I only want to attend the Halloween party, do I have to buy a park admission ticket as well or do I only have to buy the party ticket?

Also, if I do only have to buy the party ticket, will I still be able to enter the park a few hours early at 4pm?

Thanks for your help! :)

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Jul 22, 2015 at 9:33 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Cramer,

You only need the party ticket, and you will be able to enter the park a few hours early.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 17, 2015 at 8:33 p.m. Elizabeth Says...

I am sorry if you already posted about this, but if we plan to go to WDW during the day but then also attend the Halloween party in the evening, do we have to purchase separate tix for both regular park admission and then the party? Thank you :)

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Jul 22, 2015 at 9:33 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Elizabeth,

If you plan to go to Magic Kingdom before 4 p.m. you would need regular admission and then the party ticket to attend the party.

Mommy Frog

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Aug 5, 2015 at 10:15 p.m. lisa Says...

On this... do they clean out the park and then re open it or how does this work? We are trying to figure out our day with a 6 and 9 year old... I'm thinking go for the AM, nap, and change, then back at 4? (we have 5:20 dinner reservations at MK). Any thoughts (and your whole post!) are helpful! ~Lisa

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Aug 7, 2015 at 9:47 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Lisa,

No, they do not clean the park out. Party guests are given wristbands, and guests that don't have them after 7 p.m. are asked to exit. Your plan sounds like a good one!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 17, 2015 at 5:01 p.m. Jess R Says...

We will be surprising our children with a September 19-26 trip to WDW (I can hardly stand it...keeping it a secret is SO HARD!). Anyhow, my apologies if this question has been asked/answered already: We have purchased tickets to the Not So Scary event and were wondering if I could just add those to our Magic Bands? Or do we need to bring along the additional passes so they are available? Thank you for all of your help. Would have been very overwhelmed without your blogs/information.

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Jul 22, 2015 at 9:32 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jess,

You can add those tickets to your MagicBands, but you will not be able to obtain FastPasses with those tickets (FastPass is not available during the party). Hope this answers the question!

I know what you mean about keeping the secret. I could barely contain myself when we did the same with Tad and Lily!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 16, 2015 at 12:33 a.m. Karen Says...

No word on when undercover tourist will have tix to sell for the Halloween parties? Do you normally just have the popular nights, or Tuesdays too? I've been waiting to buy until I see if I can get them thru you. :)

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Jul 22, 2015 at 9:25 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Karen,

We hope to have them soon. We normally get them on select nights, and I would expect some Tuesdays to be available.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 15, 2015 at 4:59 p.m. Jennifer Says...

Hi there, was wondering if the kids can get candy, go trick or treating, wear costumes during the day at Disneyland in October or is it only at Mickey's Halloween Party that this happens. Thanks!

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Jul 16, 2015 at 11:18 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jennifer,

The candy is only given out during the party. People attending the party can enter the park up to three hours before the party in costume, but candy distribution will not begin until the party start time. Children 9 and under can always wear safe costumes to Disneyland at any time. Adults with tickets to the Halloween party can wear a safe costume when they arrive for the party.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 9, 2015 at 9:18 p.m. Jordana Says...

Also, can you provide me with a link as to where you will update info add it is released? Will it be on this page?

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Jul 22, 2015 at 9:37 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jordana,

Yes, will add it here.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 9, 2015 at 9:15 p.m. Jordana Says...

We are only planning on purchasing only the Halloween tickets, if we get in at 4, is it safe to make reservations for cinderella's castle after 4? Well. ....try, that is. ..lol

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Jul 22, 2015 at 9:14 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jordana,

Yes, that would be fine. Good luck with your reservation!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 3, 2015 at 9:42 p.m. Tammy Says...

Hi there!! I love your enthusiasm and breath-taking photos! It makes us so much more excited to be coming! We have tickets for the Halloween party on Halloween night itself, as that's the only weekend we will be in Orlando. I understand that the fact it's Halloween PLUS a Saturday will probably mean big, big crowds. My children do not care to meet any characters at all. Strangely, they have always felt this way. So I'm hoping that we'll have a shorter wait for rides while everyone meets characters. Does this way of thinking make sense? Thanks for any input, and for providing this awesome web page!!

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Jul 7, 2015 at 11:41 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Tammy,

Thank you for so much praise. We love helping out!! I think this is a solid strategy for experiencing the rides after the party starts. Waits for rides will still be pretty heavy if you enter the park before 7 p.m., so you may want to spend that time experiencing some of the less busy attractions or have an early dinner.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 10, 2015 at 8 p.m. Alan Fox Says...

Any word on when they will post the dates for Disneyland's 2015 celebration?

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Jul 16, 2015 at 12:50 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Alan,

They were just announced! Here you go!

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 28, 2015 at 8:45 p.m. Casey Says...

Any word on the Villain's Sinister Soiree, or any other upcharge event during the party being available again this year? No one seems to know, one way or another.

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Jun 29, 2015 at 6:22 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Casey,

Disney has not announced whether it is returning, but we expect that it will be.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Aug 2, 2015 at 2:32 p.m. Kimberlee Barrett Says...

Hi...still no word on an upcharge? We are attending in Oct. and already have our tickets and are interested in the additional party if available...I would think they would be announcing something very soon if it was a go...right??

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Aug 3, 2015 at 6:50 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Kimberlee,

Last year, the event within the event was announced fairly late in the season, so I still think it remains to be seen if it will happen this year.

Mommy Frog

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Jun 28, 2015 at 3:47 p.m. Michelle Says...

Which day is typically less crowded for this event? Thursday, Friday or Sunday? We will be going to Disney September 26 through October 3. Thank you

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Jun 29, 2015 at 6:58 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Michelle,

We have a post dedicated to the best days to attend the party. From those dates, I think Thursday would be the best.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 24, 2015 at 7:31 p.m. Michelle Says...

Hi, if we already have hopper tickets, can we get an 'add on' for MNSSHP, or just stay in the park for it? Or do we have to pay the full $68 for another day?

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Jun 25, 2015 at 8:36 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Michelle,

You do have to still purchase party tickets.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jul 21, 2015 at 8:52 p.m. Leebebb Says...

So, the tickets for the party is in ADDITION to the park tickets? As in these festivities are not included in the park hopper or daily passes?

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Jul 22, 2015 at 8:52 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi there,

Yes, that is correct that it is a separate ticket. However, you do not need regular admission to enter during the party.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 23, 2015 at 9:27 a.m. gemma Says...

Hi there, can you please tell me a rough time the parade and fireworks start please. I can see the event goes on until 12a,m but we have to young girls with us age 6 and think it may be too late for them if the firework are right at the end of the night.

Thanks, Gemma

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Jun 23, 2015 at 6:33 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Gemma,

I've added expected start times to the post, but they are:

Mickey's "Boo-To-You" Halloween Parade - 8:15 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.

Celebrate the Magic - 9:15 p.m.

HalloWishes - 9:30 p.m.

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular (brand new for 2015) - 7:45 p.m., 8:55 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 21, 2015 at 5:31 p.m. Jean Says...

I love this site! Thank you so much for all the info. I am planning a trip to Disneyland in the middle of October. My 12-year-old daughter has never been there. I really want to take her to Mickey's Halloween party but The Disneyland site still doesn't have dates available. I am afraid I am going to miss the ticket sales. Is there any place on the Disney site, or anywhere else, that I can be notified when the tickets go on sale?

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Jun 22, 2015 at 6:35 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Jean,

Unfortunately, there is no way to get notified about these dates. We will post them on this post about Disneyland's Halloween Time, so I would just keep checking back.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 18, 2015 at 8:22 p.m. Courtney Says...

Thank you for the helpful info. This September will be our familys first time visting WDW. We are going in late September because we live in a county that has a school break. We wanted to take advantage of better prices, shorter lines and cooler temps. We have a 10 yr old and a 5yr old. I was disappointed to find that week is a week they do not offer extended evening magic hrs and the parks close much earlier than usual. We were planning to leave the parks in the afternoon for some nap/pooltime but with the hrs cut short I don't think there will be time to fit a break in what with travel time and all. I am disappointed they are celebrating Halloween so early. I wasn't expecting to see Halloween decor mingled with our first Disney trip bcz as for me, Halloween season doesn't start until October 1st. But, that is not how Disney works. I wanted my Disney memories and my Halloween memories to be separate. Anyway, I don't like having to pay more money to attend MNSSH if the only reason I would be attending is to get my full days worth of park time in. Do the cast members at customer service or the resorts ever offer free admission to MNSSH or park hoppers passes in order to make their unsatisfied guests happy? BTW I am already overwhelmed by the fact that I have to plan 180 days in advance for my sit down meals and 60 for my fast passes. How do I know when and where I will be that far in advance? I have missed reservations for all of the character meals already! Also, the hotel room I picked is not eligible for free dining plans either.

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Jun 19, 2015 at 1:25 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Courtney,

Sorry to hear that you're overwhelmed. You didn't mention what specific days you would be there, but keep in mind that Disney often times extends park hours a month or two ahead of time. Also, on non-MNSSHP days, park hours will be longer at Magic Kingdom. I understand your frustration about booking so far in advance. We do some offer some FastPass+ recommendations on our Disney World touring plans.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 13, 2015 at 12:28 a.m. Sabrina Says...

Will the rides be open until midnight? And how many tickets do they sell?

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Jun 22, 2015 at 7 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Sabrina,

Yes, the rides will be open until midnight. Disney does not publish the official number of tickets they sell for these events.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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Jun 6, 2015 at 8:21 a.m. Julia Says...

Can you tell me if the lines to see popular characters like the 7 Dwarfs and Jack Skellington are shorter near the end of the night? And are the characters there right until midnight? I want to see both when we visit in October, but I also don't want to spend the whole time in line.

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Jun 8, 2015 at 1:06 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Julia,

Waits do drop off later in the evening as many of parents don't stay for the entire party, and yes, they will be meeting until midnight.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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May 18, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. Bedford Carlisle Says...

We tried to get in line for the Dwarfs at 11:15PM but the CM managing the line told us the line was already closed. :-(

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Jun 15, 2015 at 1:09 a.m. Jason Culp Says...

We went the first year Jack and Sally were there. Got in at 4:15 and was 3rd in line. The one thing they do not mention a lot is that if it is 20 minutes to closing and the line is full they will stop letting people in. We tried to see mickey near the end of the night and literally had the door shut on us as we walked up the steps. We sent an email and they sent an apology signed autograph. This year we are doing 2 parties and I hope the soiree comes back too. I am making a master plan of everyone's must dos and going from there. 2 parties should be enough I hope.

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Jun 4, 2015 at 4:10 a.m. Rodrigo Says...

Do the tickets for the party are diferent tickets than those of the park entrance? So we need besides the park tickets also the party tickets?

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Jun 5, 2015 at 9:06 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Rodrigo,

The party tickets can be used to enter the park, but they are only valid during the party. You do not need regular admission in addition to party tickets if you only want to attend the party.

Mommy Frog

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Jul 11, 2015 at 4:01 a.m. Trish Says...

Can you still ride the rides and enjoy magic kingdom with the party tickets during those hours?

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Jul 16, 2015 at 12:47 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Trish,

Absolutely! The majority of the park's regular attractions are open during the party!

Mommy Frog

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May 30, 2015 at 11:49 a.m. Alicia Says...

We will be in WDW 10/24 to 10/31. We have our party tickets for 10/27. Do you know when we might see photos of this year's brochure arms the exclusive merchandise?

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Jun 1, 2015 at 7:56 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Alicia,

This normally isn't revealed until a month or so before the first parties.

Mommy Frog

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May 22, 2015 at 6:32 p.m. Nicole North Says...

I just went to look for tickets for this we have booked to be there from the 24th - 1st and both my kids birthdays are during that time. I got said that there are no tickets available is that true or am i looking in the wrong spot

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May 26, 2015 at 11:57 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi Nicole,

I see dates available. Here is the link.

Mommy Frog

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May 19, 2015 at 7:40 p.m. Connie Says...

Any idea when Disneyland will release the dates for their Halloween tickets?

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May 17, 2015 at 4:12 p.m. Le Sorcier Says...

Hi,

We will be there this year from 22nd Oct to 2 Nov

My sons birthday is actually ON Halloween itself so he really wants to go then. However I guess it will be the busiest night of all that night?

Would we be better choosing a different night?

Thanks :)

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May 19, 2015 at 7:22 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi,

It's possible that all of the dates during your stay will sell out, and hence they will all be busy. I think the 22nd would be a better day in terms of crowds, but it would still be crowded. If he is set on going on Halloween and his birthday that is a big reason to go then.

Hoppy planning!

Mommy Frog

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May 16, 2015 at 8:29 p.m. JoLynn Says...

Do you have information for Disneyland? Can not find anything anywhere!

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May 19, 2015 at 1:29 p.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi JoLynn,

We hope to have this information soon and will post it here when we do!

Mommy Frog

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May 30, 2015 at 6:50 p.m. Randy Says...

Any idea on when Halloween party tickets will go on sale for Disneyland. I cannot find any info at all. Thank you

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May 16, 2015 at 2:17 p.m. David Says...

We will be at Disney world the 15 of SEP 2015 we already have party tickets will we have to leave the park the reenter for the party?

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May 19, 2015 at 7:27 a.m. FrogBlog Says...

Hi David,

No, you just need to get a party wristband from one of the cast members.

Mommy Frog

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