Full Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024 at Magic Kingdom

We’ve got your full guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom to help you make the most of your visit this spooky season.

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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates & Prices

As of August 16, 2024, the remaining dates and prices are:

Event Date Event Ticket for Ages 10 and Up (Excludes Tax) Event Ticket for Ages 3-9 (Excludes Tax)
Friday, August 9, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Friday, August 16, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Friday, August 23, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Friday, August 30, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Monday, September 2, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Friday, September 6, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Sunday, September 8, 2024 $129 $119
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Friday, September 13, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Sunday, September 15, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 $149 $139
Friday, September 20, 2024 $149 $139
Sunday, September 22, 2024 $149 $139
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 $149 $139
Thursday, September 26, 2024 $149 $139
Friday, September 27, 2024 $149 $139
Sunday, September 29, 2024 $149 $139
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 $169 $159
Thursday, October 3, 2024 $169 $159
Friday, October 4, 2024 $189 $179
Sunday, October 6, 2024 $179 $169
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 $179 $169
Thursday, October 10, 2024 $179 $169
Friday, October 11, 2024 $189 $179
Monday, October 14, 2024 $179 $169
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 $179 $169
Thursday, October 17, 2024 $179 $169
Friday, October 18, 2024 $189 $179
Sunday, October 20, 2024 $189 $179
Monday, October 21, 2024 $189 $179
Thursday, October 24, 2024 $189 $179
Friday, October 25, 2024 $199 $189
Sunday, October 27, 2024 $199 $189
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Thursday, October 31, 2024 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
Check back on the Walt Disney World website frequently for more up-to-date ticket availability and pricing.

The party runs from 7 p.m. to midnight, but guests with admission to the party can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4 p.m.

Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can receive $10 off per ticket on select event nights. Cast Members can also save on select nights.

Costume Guidelines

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of the few times that guests over the age of 14 are allowed to wear costumes in Magic Kingdom. Read Disney’s full guidelines below:

Ages 13 and Under

Costumes and some costume masks may be worn; masks must provide unobstructed peripheral vision at all times with openings that allow the eyes to be fully seen.

Ages 14 and Older

Costumes may be worn according to these guidelines. Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from Disney parks, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards:

  • All Guests may dress as their favorite character, but may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests.
  • Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
  • Costumes may not contain any props or accessories that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
  • Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another Guest.
  • Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening.
  • Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (for example, full-length Princess dresses) 
  • Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist. 
  • Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable.
  • Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords and tutus. Costume headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face. 
  • Costume masks of any kind may not be worn.

Arrival

Guests can enter Magic Kingdom on their party day as early as 4 p.m. ET and present valid admission to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in order to receive their event wristband.

A close-up of a person's wrist wearing several colorful bracelets, including one with beads spelling "MNSHPR," and a green bracelet reading "Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Ribbon bracelets returned once again this year. Last year, they replaced plastic bracelets.

People lining up at the event and day entrances, separated by fences with signs indicating "Event Entrance" to the left and "Day Entrance" to the right.

New for this year, if you arrive before 7 p.m. to enter Magic Kingdom for the party, you’ll be directed to wait in corrals until closer to the event start time. Learn more about this new entry procedure.

At 7 p.m., regular park guests without admission to the event are escorted out of the park, and only guests with wristbands are allowed to stay.

A standing sign reads "Wristband Distribution" for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, positioned on a concrete walkway near a building.

Guests who are already at the park at the time of the mix-in can pick up their wristbands from the following locations:

A group of people stands next to a vintage bus with a sign that reads "This way to... Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024" on a sunny day in Magic Kingdom, with ornate buildings in the background.

We recommend stopping by the welcome trail in the Magic Kingdom Main Street bypass path to pick up your first treat of the night, even if you’re already in the park by the time the party starts.

A hand holds a "Mickey's Halloween Party 2024" pamphlet, resembling a Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Map, with a castle and Jack-o'-lanterns in the background, against a theme park entrance.

You can also pick up a map to show you exactly where every party offering is located (or look at our full breakdown of the map).

Trick or Treat Trails

A person holds an allergy-friendly treat bag featuring Mickey and Minnie in Halloween costumes. In the background, there's a Halloween decoration with a pumpkin shaped like Mickey Mouse.

Each guest receives a complimentary trick-or-treat bag when attending the party. This year, the bag features Mickey and Minnie in their new costumes for this year.

Nighttime scene of Frontierland entrance in a theme park during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024, with a brightly lit cylindrical advertisement for Mars Wrigley treats in the foreground. Few people are visible in the background, adding to the enchanting ambiance of Magic Kingdom's celebration.

There are 15 trick or treat trails woven throughout the park. You can easily spot them by looking for their inflatable totems, as seen above. They also light up at night.

A hand holds a teal allergy-friendly treat bag for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2024 by a decorated lamp post with a pumpkin and fall leaves. People walk in the background.

Those looking for an allergy-friendly experience can pick up the teal treat bag from a Cast Member when entering the park.

A hand holding a small blue token that reads, "Please redeem for allergy-friendly treats," near a green fence at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Rather than receiving candy at the trick-or-treat locations, guests with the allergy-friendly bag will be handed teal tokens that can be exchanged at one of two Allergy-Friendly Centers, located in the Liberty Square Ticket Office and the Chamber of Commerce on Main Street, U.S.A.

Treats available include:

  • Smarties
  • Remy’s Grahams
  • Birthday Cake Granola
  • Organic Fruit Snacks
  • Gummy Bears
  • Werther’s Hard Caramels Sugar-Free
  • Organic Pops
  • Dark Chocolate Sun Cups
  • Ricemilk Crunch Chocolate Bar
  • Dark Chocolate Bar

Specialty Food & Beverage

There is a large amount of specialty food and beverages for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, available both during regular park hours and during the event itself.

A collage showcasing Magic Kingdom Halloween-themed foods, featuring a chili hot dog, a spooky milkshake, a sriracha corn dish, a red slushie with a crown, a sweet roll, and a Mickey-shaped cinnamon roll.

You can check out our full reviews for the dishes available during regular park hours, as well as the full list of food and beverages available during the party itself.

Merchandise

        A collage of Halloween-themed Mickey merchandise. Includes a collector's pin set, t-shirt, Minnie ear headband, backpack, and figurine—all branded with "Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024" to celebrate the spooktacular event.

This year’s party merchandise is exclusive to the event and can only be purchased on event nights from the Emporium. The collection features Mickey Mouse as a vampire with jack-o’-lanterns and trick-or-treat-inspired imagery. Check out the full list (with prices).

A Mickey Mouse Halloween-themed statue holding a pumpkin bucket, with a pumpkin decoration in the background. The scene is set in an outdoor, decorated area.

A Halloween Mickey pumpkin popcorn bucket originally revealed for Disneyland Resort made an unexpected debut at Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

A hand holding a figurine of a red-haired character in a green dress and purple gloves, with a decorated Mickey Mouse face and castle in the background at a theme park.

The “Hocus Pocus” Minnie Mouse sipper first released at Disneyland Resort last year also made its way to Walt Disney World for this year’s Halloween season. This sipper is available exclusively during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

A collage displays new Halloween 2024 merchandise: a haunted house decoration, a tie-dye hoodie, a skeleton Mickey plush, Halloween Minnie Mouse ears, and a fan featuring spooky characters. Explore these Walt Disney World treasures and check out the latest prices for each unique item.

Outside of the parties, there is also a large collection of Halloween merchandise available during regular park hours across Walt Disney World Resort.

A collage of "Hocus Pocus" themed merchandise including two t-shirts, a hoodie, a fan, and a collectible figure set featuring the Sanderson Sisters, displayed in a retail setting.

In addition, a “Hocus Pocus”-inspired collection is also new for this year.

Photo Ops

There are three step-in photo ops for this year, and all are returning from previous years of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.

A display board with "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" title features a large octopus tentacle design, set outdoors with trees in the background.

The “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” photo op is located near Sunshine Tree Terrace in Adventureland.

A colorful photo setup depicting scenes from "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," featuring the Headless Horseman, a grave, and a flaming pumpkin under a sign with the story's title.

The photo op for “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” is located near the parade route, in the Cinderella Castle hun across from Tomorrowland Terrace.

A colorful themed backdrop featuring "Mr. Toad's Wild Ride" with a vintage car, cartoon characters, and a cave setting. A caution sign states "Dangerously Gone Wild," but the not-so-scary whimsical imagery ensures it's all in fun.

Finally, a Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride photo op is located in Storybook Circus.

Entertainment

Character Meet and Greets

A number of characters are ready to meet guests in their spooky best at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Three ghostly figures, each dressed in outdated attire, stand on a wooden balcony at night. One holds a hat in hand as the others gesture excitedly.

New for this year, the three Hitchhiking Ghosts from the Haunted Mansion will appear periodically throughout the night in Frontierland.

Two people dressed as Mirabel and Bruno from the movie "Encanto" pose in front of a stone wall with purple lighting at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. One person smiles with arms crossed, while the other raises a finger and looks ahead.

For the first time, Bruno from “Encanto” is meeting guests during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. He can be found meeting with Mirabel in the Fairytale Garden between Cinderella Castle and the pathway to Tomorrowland.

Mickey Mouse, in a dazzling new costume of green and purple, stands as a magician before a red curtain with a "Meet the Master Magician" sign in the background.

Mickey can be found in Town Square Theater as usual, but is meeting guests in a new ghostly green tuxedo this year.

Four costumed characters, proudly showcasing their new costumes, pose in front of a Halloween-themed backdrop. The characters are dressed as a pumpkin, a blue princess, a witch, and a pilgrim.

You can meet Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy all together in Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus. Like Mickey, Minnie has a new costume for this year’s festivities.

Cadaver Dans

Four people dressed in cowboy attire pose in a Western-themed setting, with buildings illuminated in the background, evoking the charm of the Old West reminiscent of the Cadaver Dans.

The beloved barbershop quartet of Magic Kingdom take a sinister turn during the Halloween season, transforming into the Cadaver Dans during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Guests can find them singing western ballads and spooky tunes in Frontierland at the following times:

  • 7 p.m.
  • 7:45 p.m.
  • 8:45 p.m.
  • 9:35 p.m.
  • 10:30 p.m.

Rusty Cutlass Pirate Band

A band performs on stage dressed in pirate costumes, calling themselves "Rusty Cutlass." The setup includes various pirate-themed decorations and instruments, with a backdrop illuminated in red lighting.

Also back this year for musical fun is Rusty Cutlass Pirate Band, a longtime favorite of Walt Disney World guests. They perform on the Adventureland stage intermittently during party nights from 7:15 p.m. until 11:50 p.m.

Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade

A person in a green and purple costume is walking alongside a purple parade float with a "Mickey's Boo to You Halloween Parade" sign, on a street decorated for Halloween, with spectators watching the exciting halloween parade.

Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade is approximately 23 minutes long and is performed twice nightly so long as weather permits. Performances are held at 8:15 p.m. and 11:15 p.m., but check the My Disney Experience app on party nights for the most up-to-date schedule.

A person in a bear costume holding a fiddle walks in a Halloween parade at night, surrounded by spectators on a busy street decorated with lights.

New for this year’s parade, Big Al and Wendell of the Country Bears wear their new outfits from the Country Bear Musical Jamboree as they march in the hoedown unit.

Watch our video of this year’s parade:

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular

Three performers in colorful costumes stand on a stage in front of a castle backdrop, lit with vibrant projected patterns, as the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular thrills an audience watching and taking photos.

In the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, guests will join the Sanderson Sisters from the iconic film as they summon Disney Villains and try their hand at a spooky spell for Halloween.

The show is performed on the Cinderella Castle Stage on party nights at the following times:

  • August 9 – September 28: 9:05 p.m., 10:35 p.m., 12 a.m.
  • September 29 – October 31: 7:35 p.m., 9:05 p.m., 10:35 p.m., and 12 a.m.

Watch our video of this year’s performance from the first party night.

Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks

A breathtaking fireworks display lights up the night sky above an illuminated castle during Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular, with silhouetted spectators captivated in the foreground.

During Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular, a life-size puppet of Jack Skellington hosts a fireworks display nightly at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This show is performed at 10 p.m. on party nights.

Watch our video of the fireworks from the first night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year:

Ride Overlays

Three rides offer special overlays for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year. Unlike last year, there were no live actors wandering around Adventureland.

Space Mountain

Space Mountain is pitch black for the entire ride.

Mad Tea Party

A brightly lit carousel with colorful lanterns and decorations stands out at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024. People, including children, are standing around and inside it, observing the ride at Magic Kingdom.

Mad Tea Party transforms for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party with a special lighting package, spooky fun music, and sounds of evil laughter.

Watch our video of the overlay:

Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor

A group of people seated in a theater-style room at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom watches an animated character on a large screen. The room has themed decorations and colorful lighting, adding to the festive 2024 atmosphere.

A short version of Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor is performed on party nights as guests move through the theater for trick or treating. You can sit and watch or just move on through to get candy at the entrance and exit.

Watch our video of the Halloween show:

Exclusively during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, both the newly opened Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and TRON Lightcycle / Run utilize standby queues for guests to ride without purchasing a Lightning Lane or trying their luck at virtual queue. This is the first time that a standby wait has been offered in any capacity for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.

Happy Halloween!

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