If you’ve ever dreamed of trick-or-treating through Magic Kingdom, dancing with Disney Villains under the stars, or watching the Headless Horseman gallop down Main Street—in person—then I’ve got news for you: it’s time to get your Halloween ears ready, because Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is BACK for 2025, and it’s going to be bigger and eerier than ever!
This frightfully fun event is one of my all-time favorite seasonal offerings at Walt Disney World. It’s packed with exclusive entertainment, deliciously spooky treats, and just the right amount of mischief. Whether you’re a seasoned Halloween Party guest or considering it for the first time, this guide will help you plan a night full of magic, memories, and maybe a little mayhem. All this fun DOES come with a hefty price tag, though. Is it worth it? More on that below.
👻 What Is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?
Held on select nights at Magic Kingdom Park from August 15 to October 31, 2025, this separately ticketed event transforms the park into a ghoulishly delightful wonderland. Think trick-or-treat trails around every corner, special shows you can’t see any other time, rare character sightings (hello, Jack & Sally!), and lower wait times for attractions.
This isn’t your average Halloween party—it’s a full-blown Disney-style celebration of spooky season, designed to be fun, not frightening. So yes, even little ones (and big scaredy-cats like me!) can enjoy the thrills without the chills.
🗓️ 2025 Party Dates & Early Entry Tips
Here are the official dates for this year’s event:
- August: 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29
- September: 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30
- October: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 31
🌟 Insider Tip: Even though the party officially starts at 7 PM, guests with party tickets can enter the park as early as 4 PM. That’s up to 8 hours of Halloween magic, so take advantage of that early entry time! If you’re planning to go to the party, don’t get a park ticket for the day of the party. Make that day a pool day or a rest day. Plan to enter the Magic Kingdom at 4 PM, and maximize the value of your party ticket.
🎟️ Tickets go on sale:
- May 15 for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resorts
- May 22 for everyone else
Ticket prices are higher this year (big surprise, right?!?). Prices range from $119 to $229 plus tax per adult per ticket. That top end is about $30 higher than last year’s highest price ticket. Prices will be based on the date of the party you wish to attend. We can’t see those prices yet, but generally speaking, the prices are highest closest to Halloween itself, and lowest the farthest out from Halloween.
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members will have access to discounted tickets, so don’t wait too long—these parties do sell out, especially closer to Halloween!
🍬 Trick-or-Treat Trails & Allergy-Friendly Fun
Let’s be honest—one of the main reasons I go is the candy. The treat trails are scattered throughout the park, and Cast Members (in the cutest Halloween costumes) hand out generous helpings of M&Ms, Snickers, Starburst, and more. Bring your own fancy treat bag if you’d like, but everyone gets a complimentary one too!
✨ Food allergies? No problem! Grab a teal treat bag and collect tokens along the trail, which can be exchanged at Allergy-Friendly Centers for safe goodies. Disney does this so well and makes sure everyone feels included in the fun.
Costumes: Yes, Even for Adults!
This is the only time adults are allowed to dress up in full costume at Magic Kingdom, and the creativity is off the charts. Whether you go full princess, Disneybound, or villain-inspired glam, make sure to follow the official costume guidelines so you can focus on fun—not fixing your outfit all night.
👑 Pro Tip: Florida weather can still be steamy in August and September, so opt for breathable, lightweight fabrics if you’re going all-in on your costume!
Characters, Parades & Shows (Oh My!)
Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade
The Boo-To-You parade kicks off at 8:15 PM and is not to be missed! The Headless Horseman leads the charge (this is seriously SOOOOO cool!), followed by rare characters like Pain & Panic, Disney Villains galore, and adorable costumed versions of Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, Donald…so fun.
Boo-To-You is my favorite Disney parade. I love a good nighttime parade to begin with, but Boo to You includes some really unique elements that you can’t get anywhere else. I love seeing the characters in their Halloween costumes. There are a group of “Gravediggers” that dance in the street with shovels (they even strike sparks off the street with their shovels!). The dancers from the Haunted Mansion waltz in the street. Goofy pedals a giant candy machine through the streets! Lots of Villains in this parade, too! It’s just a really fun and different parade.
🧙♀️ Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
Winifred, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson return for this hilarious (and slightly spooky) stage show at the castle. With backup from villains like Hades and Dr. Facilier, the sisters try to brew up some mischief—complete with singing, dancing, and audience interaction.
🎆 Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks
Hosted by Jack Skellington, this stunning nighttime show includes castle projections, fireworks, and appearances from Ursula, Queen of Hearts, and Oogie Boogie. It’s spooky. It’s magical. It’s a really good fireworks show, and it’s made more special by the fact that it’s limited and you can only see it during the Halloween season, and then, only on party nights. And if you really want to the see the show right, with all the projections and everything, you need to be in the park–which means you can only see it with a party ticket.
🧟♀️ New for 2025: Villains, Zombies & Cadaver Dans
This year, you can:
- Catch Mickey and Minnie together in Halloween costumes at Town Square Theater (first time ever!)
- Dance the night away at a Zombies themed dance party
- Hear the haunting harmonies of the Cadaver Dans in Frontierland
- Meet fan-favorite villains roaming the park—sometimes with no warning!
Stay tuned for more updates on ride overlays, specialty snacks, and exclusive party merch (because of course you need a glow-in-the-dark spirit jersey). Disney always introduces some special only-available-at-the-party merchandise. I don’t want to have to stalk it on eBay, so I’m planning to check it out in person!
👻 The Bottom Line: Is it Worth it?
That’s the real question isn’t it? Is the cost of a Mickey’s Not-so-scary Halloween Party ticket worth it? Does the experience match the ticket price?Answer? It depends. I know, I know. But it really does. A few years ago, my answer would have been a definitive YES. But tickets were more affordable in those days.
If budget is not an issue for you at all, I highly recommend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. I think this is a fun party, and there is quite a bit of entertainment provided. Plus, you get to see LOTS of guests in imaginative costumes–and you just can’t put a price on that!
If budget IS an issue for you, there are some tips you should consider.
- Don’t buy a park ticket for the day of the party. The price of a one-day ticket to the Magic Kingdom starts at about the same price as the lowest priced Halloween party ticket. Of course, if you’re buying a multiday ticket, your per day per park price drops–but it is worth considering the cost of one day at the Magic Kingdom against the cost of the party ticket. I HIGHLY recommend buying one less day on your park pass, and making that day your party day. Rest during the day, or spend some time at the pool. Rest up and be at the Magic Kingdom ready to go at 4pm, when guests with party tickets can enter the park. The party doesn’t actually start until 7pm–but you can start enjoying the Magic Kingdom as early as 4pm. And for the cost of these tickets? I recommend you enjoy EVERY MINUTE you possibly again.
- Take a nap. Seriously, to maximize the value of your party ticket, you will want to stay at the party until midnight. A lot of party goers will leave after the fireworks, especially those with small children. Character greeting lines and ride lines will be at their shortest the last 2 hours of the party. Be well rested so that you can enjoy yourself all the way to the end. (It’s not fun staying until midnight if you’re tired, cranky and dragging…so come to the party well rested.)
- Don’t plan an early start for the next day. When planning your vacation week, remember that you will likely not be in bed before 1 am the night of the party (allowing for travel time to get back to your resort, etc.). You are setting yourself up for misery if you plan an early start the next day.
- Wear a costume – but plan for the heat! The party is more fun if you are in costume. The cast members and your fellow partygoers will really enjoy it, and you’ll get more attention and interaction. BUT remember this is Florida and even at night, hot and humid are most likely the conditions for most nights of the party.
Is this party worth it at $229 per ticket?
That’s a lot harder for me to say yes to. At $119 – $150, I can say a tentative yes, based on the parameters I stated above. One you get over $150, it starts to be harder for me (personally) to justify the price of a party ticket. But if budget isn’t an issue for you? This is a really fun party, and the parade, fireworks, treats and character costumes make this a really strong offering–especially if you’re going to be in the park for 8 hours (4pm to 12am). However, the actual party activities begin at 7pm. 7pm-12am is 5 hours. If you have small children, or get overheated or tired, you might leave at 10. That’s only 3 hours. I have a really tough time justifying $229 per person for three hours. I can justify it, though, if you want me to. Just email me, and we’ll chat. (Let’s talk about Broadway show tickets….).
Something else to consider when planning your Fall Disney Vacation–as we get closer to Halloween, there are a LOT of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party nights. This means a LOT of nights when the Magic Kingdom will be closing to non-party guests at 7pm. Last October, my family went mid-October, and we really struggled to find a night when we could visit Magic Kingdom at night and see the Happily Ever After fireworks. It seemed lots of other fans struggled with that as well, as the Magic Kingdom was PACKED that night.
While I do recommend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party if your budget permits it, I do also encourage you to pay attention to the other days during your trip when there are parties going on. If you don’t have park hopper tickets, you likely will not want to visit the Magic Kingdom at all on those days, and if you really like the Magic Kingdom at night–it may be tough to find an available evening to visit the park.
SO: Are you planning to attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? If you are, please drop a comment below and let me know which month you will be attending. If you’d like my help booking your tickets, or with help you to plan your trip around the parties (whether you want to attend one or not!), please email me. I’d love to help!
