The scariest time of the year is right around the corner. But if you’re traveling with little ones and would like a more kid-friendly option, then Disney has certainly got your back! Disney’s Magic Kingdom hosts its annual Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which is a yearly celebration where kids can go trick-or-treating, see their favorite characters in costumes, and go on their favorite rides! The celebration begins on August 9 and ends on October 31, 2024! If you are planning on enjoying the most magical place on earth for Halloween, here are a few things to know prior to your visit:
- Trick-or-treating starts at 7:00 PM but your ticket gets you in the park starting at 4:00 PM.
- Admission to the festival is NOT included with park admission.
- For anyone with a food allergy, please see a Cast Member and pick up a teal-colored treat bag.
- View dress code and costume guidelines here.
- Peak times are October and November, with long lines on weekends.
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Activities Include:
- Take Photos With Your Favorite Disney Characters in Costume
Be on the lookout, characters will be posted throughout the park. - Mickey's Boo-To-You Halloween Parade
Begins in Frontierland, showtimes inclde 8:15PM and 11:15PM - Mickey’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks
Fireworks start at 10:15 PM in front Cinderella’s Castle. Download the Disney App for showtimes.
- Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
Showtimes:
August 9 through September 28, 2024: 9:05 PM | 10:35 PM | 12:00 AM
September 29 through October 31, 2024: 7:35 PM | 9:05 PM | 10:35 PM | 12:00 AM
Located in Main Street, USA. - Midnight Melodies
Get ready to groove at the Disney Jr. Jam at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café, where young partygoers can dance alongside their favorite Disney Jr. characters! New this year, check out the DescenDANCE Party at Rockettower Plaza Stage, inspired by Descendants: The Rise of Red. In Frontierland, enjoy the “dead pan” humor of The Cadaver Dans Barbershop Quartet, and keep an ear out for sea shanties from Rusty Cutlass, a lively pirate band roaming Adventureland.
To stay up to date with this event’s times and activities it’s best to visit the official event webpage here.
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Have fun in the sun at the Pirates’ Plunge pool, complete with a shipwrecked pirate ship and slide. Sip fruity cocktails and snacks from the LBV Village poolside bar while you lounge in a hammock! If you are looking for some quiet, relaxation time, head on over to our second relaxing pool. Grab dinner at Frankie Farrell’s Irish Pub or Pizza Hut right on property. Shop ‘til you drop at Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores located next door or spend the day rejuvenating at Reflections Spa on the top floor of the lobby building! Find out why so many people return to “LBV Resort” again and again for their Orlando vacations.
