What’s this? What’s this?! Believe it or not, it’s already time to start thinking about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026!

Spooky season might still be months away, but Disney is already hard at work planning this year’s event. Speaking of which, Disney just announced the DATES for this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and we can’t wait to book our trip!

This iconic after-hours party will run on select nights from August 7th to October 31st, 2026! You can start purchasing tickets on May 12th, 2026, but Disney hotel guests can purchase tickets starting on May 5th, 2026! and keep in mind that early and end dates typically sell out sooner — so you’ll want to make those plans EARLY!

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a paid after-hours event with special parades, characters, trick-or-treating experiences, and even special fireworks. This event brings out characters in rare costumes and even some spooky ride overlays.

While tickets can be purchased on [DATE], guests staying at select Disney World Resorts, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase them earlier, on [DATE]. Discounts will also be available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members.

Guests can enter the park at 4:00 PM without any additional park ticket, which is three hours before the party kicks off at 7:00 PM. They usually run from 7:00 to midnight, so you’ll have plenty of time to catch all the offerings.

Exclusive Character Greetings

You can meet Sally and Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas! This is a very popular (and rare!) meet and greet, so if this is your priority, be prepared for a long line.

Mickey and Minnie will be at Town Square Theater meeting together in their Halloween costumes.

While those are the only two confirmed meet and greets, there are typically a lot of other characters throughout the park, and we’ve been warned that “you may see new and returning Disney Villains appear as you creep by through the streets.”

Trick or Treating

All guests, even the group’s adults, can trick or treat around Magic Kingdom! You’ll receive a themed bag to put your candies in, and with over a dozen treat trails, your bag will be filled with M&Ms, Snickers, Starburst, and more.

Even guests with food allergies can trick or treat! At each stop, they’ll receive a teal token, which you can redeem for allergy-free candy at the Allergy-Friendly Centers.

Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade

This is some people’s favorite parade from Disney, and it’s for good reason. Grave Diggers from the Haunted Mansion slash a shovel on the ground to create sparks, and even the ballroom dancers make it onto the parade. Other characters like Pain & Panic from Hercules and Vanellope from Wreck-It Ralph will also join the party.

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular

Catch this show on the castle’s stage as the Sanderson Sisters take over! Other famous Disney villains will help the group as they try to cast a spell.

Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular

Jack Skellington (in amazing puppet form) welcomes guests to listen to his spooky story as projections cast on the castle and fireworks fly overhead. There will also be dance parties, special treats, and merchandise for the party!

We’re so glad that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary is back, and we’re ready to grab our candy bags and start planning our costumes. Keep following Disney Food Blog for more details on this party and more holiday offerings.

Are you planning a trip to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year? Let us know in the comments below!