Fall celebrations at Walt Disney World start early, and the 2026 season brings updated offerings to Magic Kingdom. Disney recently released the schedule, ticket costs, and entertainment additions for the upcoming Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.
This article provides all the details you need to organize your vacation. We will review specific event dates, pricing tiers, booking timelines, and a look at the new Tomorrowland dance party.
2026 Event Dates and Schedule Overview
The 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party runs from August 7 through October 31. The event takes place on select nights during the week and on weekends. You can review the complete list of dates below to coordinate your travel plans.
In August, the party occurs on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. During September, the schedule follows a similar pattern with parties on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Disney also added one Thursday event on September 24. October offers the highest frequency of party nights. Guests can attend the event every Thursday.
- August 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
- September 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29
- October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31
Ticket Pricing and Purchase Timelines
Cheapest Adult (10+) Tickets
$119 / person
Most Expensive Adult (10+) Tickets
$229 / person
Walt Disney World utilizes a date-based pricing structure for this event. Tickets for the 2026 season range from $119 to $229 per person, plus applicable taxes. The exact price depends on your chosen date, with earlier dates generally costing less than those closer to Halloween. This pricing range matches the structure used during the 2025 season.
Guests with resort hotel reservations
May 5th, 2026
General public
May 12th, 2026
You can purchase tickets in advance based on your resort status. Guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green receive early access. This group can begin buying tickets on May 5. All other guests can start purchasing their tickets on May 12.
These events frequently reach full capacity. Buying your tickets early ensures you secure your preferred date. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can also take advantage of special ticket discounts. You can book your tickets by visiting the official Disney website or by calling the Disney Reservation Center.
Early Entry Strategy for Party Guests
Early entry
4:00 PM
Starting each party night at
7:00 PM
Ending each party night at
12:00 AM
A Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party ticket provides more than just evening access. The official event begins at 7:00 PM, but your ticket allows you to enter Magic Kingdom starting at 4:00 PM.
Arriving at 4:00 PM gives you three extra hours in the park before the Halloween festivities officially begin. You can use this time to enjoy standard attractions, eat a meal, or line up early for popular character meet and greets. In total, guests who arrive at 4:00 PM receive eight hours of park time.
New Entertainment Featuring Stitch
The 2026 event introduces a brand new entertainment option in Tomorrowland. Stitch will host a continuously changing dance party at the Rockettower Plaza Stage. He will be joined by his friends Lilo and Angel.
The concept of the dance party revolves around Lilo’s Costume Trunk. Throughout the evening, Stitch will try on different accessories from the trunk. Each new accessory triggers a complete theme swap for the dance party. This dynamic format keeps the music and atmosphere unpredictable as the night progresses.
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Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
