2024 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Guide

If you’re looking for a unique and magical way to celebrate Halloween at the Walt Disney World Resort, look no further than Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The event takes place at the Magic Kingdom. Held each fall on select nights, this special event is a must-attend for Disney fans of all ages who want to experience Halloween in a fun way!

What You Need to Know About Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets

To attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, you’ll need to purchase a separate event admission ticket. Unlike regular theme park admission, this ticket is exclusively for the Halloween party, so there’s no need to buy an additional theme park ticket for the day. It’s highly recommended to purchase your tickets in advance, especially for the popular weekend dates, as attendance is limited. This event usually sells out and once tickets are gone, they are likely gone.

Tickets for this Walt Disney World event are $119 to $199 per ticket, plus tax (prices vary by event date). Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can save $10 per ticket to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party—valid only for event nights in August and September.

Ticket Pricing

Here’s 2024’s Mickey Not-So-Scary Halloween Party pricing and dates:

Spooktacular Fun for All Ages

At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, there are number of events to participate in. Guests can Trick-or-Treat their way through the Magic Kingdom, collecting candy and enjoying the festive Halloween atmosphere. Both adults and children are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes, adding to the fun and excitement of the evening. But that’s not all! There’s a parade, fireworks, shows, and more to experience. Let’s dive into the spooktacular fun!

Highlights of the Event

• Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade: One of the main attractions is Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, led by the infamous Headless Horseman. This parade is a delightful mix of Disney magic and Halloween fun. The parade features beloved characters and spooky floats. Viewing areas in Frontierland or Liberty Square are less crowded than Main Street U.S.A., but if you choose to sit away from Main Street, you may have to reposition yourself to get a good view of the fireworks. The second parade tends to be less crowded than the first. The parade takes place at 8:15 p.m and 11:15 p.m.
• Live Shows and Dance Parties: Get ready to groove to some Halloween tunes and enjoy live performances throughout the park.

• Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular: This live show features The Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus who will be returning to the mortal world to celebrate their favorite time of year, Halloween.  The show will take place on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage, where Winifred, Mary, and Sarah decide to use their magic to host a decidedly wicked fun fest and will attempt to cast a spell on everyone. The show will incorporate the Disney villains, dancers, projections, and special effects. Showtimes for August 9 through September 28, 2024: 9:05 PM, 10:40 PM, midnight; September 29 through October 31, 2024: 7:40 PM, 9:05 PM, 10:40 PM, midnight
• Character Meet-and-Greets: Meet rarely seen Disney characters and your favorite ones dressed up in their Halloween best.

• Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular: This special Halloween-themed fireworks display lights up the sky above Cinderella Castle with green and orange colors, set to the tune of “Grim Grinning Ghosts Come Out To Socialize.” The show takes place each evening at 10:00 p.m.
• Unique Merchandise: Take home exclusive Halloween-themed merchandise to remember your magical night.
• Special Attraction Overlays: Certain attraction have special Halloween overlays. These include Space Mountain, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor and Mad Tea Party.
• Special Treats: If you’re looking for specialty treats that you can purchase, the event has you covered. Take a look at all the treats for 2024 here.

Trick-or-Treat Locations

At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, guests can Trick-or-Treat their way through the Magic Kingdom, collecting candy and enjoying the festive Halloween atmosphere. Trick-or-treat bags are provided at the gate or at any candy station, but guests are also welcome to bring their own.

Trick-or-treating locations, including both candy stations and treat trails with multiple candy stops, are marked on the party guide maps. You can pick up a map as you enter the park. Treat locations for 2024 include:

Main Street USA

• Market Street (Open until 8:00 p.m.)
• Main Street Chamber of Commerce – Allergy-Friendly Center

Adventureland

• Torguga Tavern

Frontierland

• Dock to Tom Sawyer’s Island

Liberty Square

• Heritage House – Allergy-Friendly Center

Fantasyland

• Gaston’s Tavern
• Princess Fairytale Hall

Tomorrowland

• Near TRON Lightcycle / Run

Disney offers a wide variety of candy, and there is no shortage, so you can collect as much as you want!

For those with allergies, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has you covered. When you arrive, see a Cast Member to pick up a teal treat bag, the official color of food allergy awareness. Allergy-Friendly Centers are located at Town Square Theater on Main Street, U.S.A., and Liberty Square Ticket Office near The Hall of Presidents in Liberty Square. With your teal ba, Cast Members will give you a teal token at each treat station, which you can later redeem at the Allergy-Friendly Centers for special treats. If sugary candy isn’t your thing, there are healthy options available. You can exchange your collected goodies for candy that fits your dietary needs, such as sugar-free candy, nut-free treats, or other healthy options, at City Hall.

What’s New at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party for 2024

• Guests will find Mickey and Minnie in brand new neon spiderweb attire. 
• There will also be more opportunities to meet some of your favorite Disney Villains! You may even be able to grab a selfie with them!
• Get ready to let loose and show off your best villain DescenDANCE Party. This will be found at Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland. This new rave is inspired by the upcoming Disney Original Movie “Descendants: The Rise of Red.” 

• For the first time during the party, you can meet Bruno from “Encanto” alongside Mirabel at their Casita in Fairytale Garden. 
• Finally, this year, Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade will take place at an earlier time!

Our Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Plan, Hour by Hour

Here are the things you should prioritize, in this order, to get the most out of experiencing Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party:

• Meeting popular characters
• Mickey’s Boo to You Parade
• Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Firworks
• Hocus Pocus Villains Spelltacular
• Candy
• Rides

Here’s our suggestion of what your Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party plan of attack should be:

• 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.– go on attractions that will not be open during the party, eat dinner (do not eat dinner during the party, as you are wasting valuable time), get in line at around 5:30 p.m. to meet the character you want to meet the most. Sometimes characters will start meeting early, ahead of the party, if you have a party ticket. For those unique characters that you must see, like Jack Skellington and Sally, this is a must!
• 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – go on attractions, buy Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party merchandise, meet those characters with shorter lines, grab special party themed snacks, Dance Parties
  9:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m. – See Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks, trick or treat (Catch the Hocus Pocus Villains Spelltacular, if you won’t be able to stay at the park all evening.), Dance Parties
  11:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. – Take in the second Boo to You Parade, trick-or-treat, meet characters with shorter lines, ride attractions, eat more special party themed snacks, Dance Parties
• Midnight – Catch the last show of the Hocus Pocus Villains Spelltacular

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