One of the highlights of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom is the chance to meet characters in costumes you will not see any other time of year. From Mickey and Minnie in their spider-themed outfits to the villains lurking near Cinderella Castle, the 2026 event brings a wide range of meet-and-greet options across the park. Here is a guide to who you can find and where, organized by land and then by character, so you can plan your night with less backtracking.
Main Street, U.S.A.
Mickey and Minnie
Mickey and Minnie greet guests together in costumes they first debuted in 2024. Mickey wears green pants and a matching jacket with a spiderweb pattern, a pink vest, a green spider bow tie, and a purple hat covered in spider imagery. Minnie wears a witch-inspired look with a green spiderweb skirt, a purple blouse with flowing sleeves, and a spider-patterned pointy hat.
Jack Skellington and Sally
Jack and Sally meet in a dedicated room with a graveyard backdrop. The shadow of Oogie Boogie appears on the moon, and the floor features wavy lines that match the eerie theming. New this year, guests receive a party-branded autograph card that comes pre-printed with both characters’ signatures.
Haunted Mansion Welcome Characters
The Market Street Welcome trail runs from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and leans into a Haunted Mansion theme. A butler addresses guests from a platform marked with a “31” plaque, a nod to the event’s 31st year. You may get a photo with the gravediggers from Mickey’s Boo to You Parade, and you might spot Miss Carlotta or Madam Renatta near the end of the trail before they move to the Haunted Mansion for the rest of the evening.
Adventureland
Captain Jack Sparrow
Captain Jack Sparrow now leads Captain Jack’s Buccaneer Bash, a show featuring fellow pirates on the Adventureland Stage. This is a new format for 2026, so if meeting Jack is a priority, plan to catch this stage offering rather than looking for a standard meet-and-greet line.
Frontierland
Chip and Dale
Chip and Dale are new to the party lineup this year. Both wear skeleton vests, orange bat-shaped bow ties, and bat-wing capes with a spiderweb pattern. Their meet location is near the exit of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
The Country Bears
Three members of the Country Bears, Shaker, Wendell, and Big Al, roam sections of Frontierland wearing colored vests in blue, purple, and red. Because they move through the area rather than holding a set spot, keep an eye out as you walk through the land.
The Hitchhiking Ghosts
Phineas, Ezra, and Gus appear periodically throughout the evening at the Diamond Horseshoe Stage. They wear white and blue costumes that mirror their iconic look from inside the Haunted Mansion.
Mirabel and Bruno
Mirabel and Bruno meet under the Gazebo in Liberty Square. Mirabel wears her white embroidered top and teal skirt, while Bruno appears in his hooded green poncho and brown shirt.
Fantasyland
Alice in Wonderland Characters
Characters from Alice in Wonderland rotate throughout the night at this location. The lineup typically alternates between the Queen of Hearts, Alice, and the Mad Hatter, so the character you see may vary depending on when you visit.
Anastasia, Drizella, and Lady Tremaine
Cinderella’s stepsisters, Anastasia and Drizella, wander the area near the back side of Cinderella Castle. Lady Tremaine sometimes joins them, though her presence is not guaranteed at every moment during the night.
Goofy
Goofy meets guests along the Philharmagic Trail dressed in his pirate costume. This is a dedicated meet-and-greet spot with a line, so budget a few minutes if this is on your list.
Maleficent and the Evil Queen
Both Maleficent and the Evil Queen greet guests inside the queue area of Princess Fairytale Hall. Villain fans who want to meet both at once should head here early, as lines can build quickly during peak party hours.
Ariel and Prince Eric
Ariel and Eric meet as a couple near the entrance to Under the Sea. Ariel appears in her blue dress with human legs for this meet.
Gaston
Gaston can be found near his eponymous tavern wearing his usual red tunic, black pants, boots, and gloves. He tends to be lively with guests, so expect a bit of interaction during your meet.
Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet
Winnie the Pooh and friends gather together at Pooh’s Thotful Spot in Halloween costumes. Pooh dresses as a bee, Piglet as a butterfly, Eeyore as a clown, and Tigger as a pirate. All four characters appear together at this location.
Storybook Circus
Pluto
Pluto stands near the entrance to Storybook Circus. Although he is outdoors and not in a traditional meet-and-greet building, he is not a wandering character. There is a line for photos, so plan accordingly if your group wants to say hello.
Tomorrowland
Stitch, Lilo, and Angel
Stitch hosts Stitch’s Masquerade Mashup at Rockettower Plaza Stage alongside Lilo and Angel. This is a new show for 2026. After getting his paws on Lilo’s costume trunk, every accessory Stitch tries on triggers a theme change, keeping the experience different throughout the night.
Final Thoughts
The 2026 character lineup at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party spans nearly every land in Magic Kingdom, with several new additions including Chip and Dale, Captain Jack’s Buccaneer Bash, and Stitch’s Masquerade Mashup. Because the meets are spread across the park and some involve rotating or roaming characters, it pays to decide which ones matter most to your group before the party begins. A little planning goes a long way toward fitting in your favorites while still leaving time for treats, shows, and rides.
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.
