Now that we are “officially” in the Halloween season (which apparently begins in August these days), Disney is working hard to get guests excited about visiting Walt Disney World during Halloween. It sounds like we can count on more Halloween fun at Disney World this fall. Previously, we talked about Minnie’s Seasonal Dining bringing Halloween Festivities to Hollywood & Vine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We also shared Disney’s announcement that adults will be able to wear costumes this year when they visit the Magic Kingdom between September 15 and October 31. Read more about that announcement and other related news in this post.
The Cadaver Dans
Good news! The beloved Dapper Dans are returning to Walt Disney World this Halloween season. Beginning September 20, 2020, guests will be able to see the Dapper Dans appearing as their Halloween alter egos, the Cadaver Dans.
The Cadaver Dans will emerge from their Tomb several times each day to thrill (or is that chill?) guests with their acappella performances. Personally, I’m hoping that the Dapper Dans are back for good. These wonderful performers have been missed. Hopefully this news means MORE of the streetmosphere performers all over the parks will soon be returning.
Here’s a video from a few years ago of the Cadaver Dans in action at Disneyland.
Halloween Character Cavalcades
As you may (or may not) already be aware, Disney’s response to Covid-19 has included a lot of restrictions to help ensure social distancing. Among these restrictions are no character greetings and no parades. In lieu of both, Disney has been sending out Character Cavalcades several times each day. The Character Cavalcades are essentially mini “spontaneous” parades that give guests an opportunity to wave at their favorite characters and take pictures of them. The guiding principal is that these cavalcades aren’t scheduled. This way, guests don’t congregate and create crowds lining up for a parade.
From September 15 – October 31, the Character Cavalcades will be Halloween themed, featuring characters in costume. Several times each day, Character Cavalcades will pop up on the parade route and journey down Main Street.
In addition, Disney promises that guests may get an opportunity on some days to see a cavalcade of their favorite villains! Other than the Halloween season, most villains are rarely seen by guests. Getting a chance to see Maleficent, the Queen of Hears or Jafar will be exciting for many! Disney says we may also get to see a Cavalcade led by the Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington. Dare we hope to see Sally at his side? (unconfirmed, I’m just hopeful.)
Halloween Fun at Disney World
I’m glad to see Disney injecting a little more “Halloween” into this Halloween season. So many guests have been disappointed by the cancellation of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween parties this year. It will be fun for guests to be able to get little snippets of the party fun in their regular park day. And who can resist the Cadaver Dans? Creepy but SO fun.
Fans of Disney villains will have fun hunting for sightings of their favorite villains, as well.
Are you planning to enjoy some Halloween fun at Disney World this season? Or will you be adding some Disney magic to your home Halloween celebrations? Please like this post and comment below.
Happy Dreaming,
Brooke
P.S. I was at Costco earlier today and they have their CHRISTMAS stuff on display. September 11, people. That is WAY too early. I love Christmas, but come on! Halloween in August and Christmas in September. We need to slow down and enjoy this tail end of Summer while we can. I know fall is coming, but I refuse to accept winter is on the way!
P.P.S. Looking for Disney themed Halloween merchandise to bring some Disney to your home Halloween celebrations? Check out this post. (and yes Disney is also selling Christmas merchandise but I’m going to tell you about that until the proper time!)