10 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World this Fall / Holiday Season (2023)
Disney World Offers and Events - Fall 2023
When is the best time to visit Walt Disney World? In the fall of course! Below you find my Top 10 reasons to visit Disney World this fall - including 2 terrific room discounts.
10 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World This Fall / Holiday Season (2023)
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starting August 11 See more ▸
Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party - starting November 9 See more ▸
Elaborate Halloween and Christmas decorations
Cooler weather
Significantly fewer crowds on non-holiday weeks
Candlelight Processional at Epcot Starting in November
Seasonal PhotoPass backgrounds (great for your holiday cards)
Epcot International Food and Wine Festival in the fall
Epcot International Festival of the Holidays See more ▸
Fall discounts and offers in addition to already lower rates
How to save money this fall
Disney World has released new fall and holiday 2023 discounts that will save you up to 35% off the nightly room rates. I’ll share the list of participating hotels below.
Disney+ Subscriber Offer
Disney+ subscribers save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels:
October 22 – November 2, 2023
November 26 – December 25, 2023
Room Offer
Save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels on stays most nights:
October 2 - December 25, 2023
Florida Residents and Anual Passholder Offers
Florida Residents and Disney World Passholders can save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights:
October 2 through December 25, 2023
Save up to 30% Offer - Disney World Hotels
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Disney's Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites
Disney's Beach Club Resort
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Disney’s Riviera Resort
Disney Saratoga Spring Resort & Spa
Disney’s Yacht Club
Save up to 25% Offer - Disney World Hotels
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Save up to 20% - Disney World Hotels
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney's Contemporary Resort
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Save up to 15% Disney World Hotels
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House
Disney's Art of Animation Resort – Standard Rooms
Disney’s Beach Club Resort – Villas
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
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Why Christmastime is the best time to visit Walt Disney World.
Here are my top 3 reasons to visit Walt Disney World during the Christmas holiday season - in no particular order by the way.
#3 Experience the Holiday Magic at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade at Magic Kingdom
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event packed with ways to celebrate Christmas at Magic Kingdom.
Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are limited and can be purchased online beginning July 6.
But guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can begin purchasing tickets as early as June 29. 2023!
Popular events include:
“Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration” stage show
“Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks”
“Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade”
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates 2023:
November 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 30
December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22
The Christmas parties at Magic Kingdom are extremely popular and I expect all dates to sell out again this year.
Ticket prices for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Ticket prices will range from $159-$199 per person.
#2 New Nighttime Holiday Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney Jollywood Nights - a new, separately ticketed event from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. on 10 select nights from November 11 through December 20, 2023.
Jollywood Nights Highlights
Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! I highly recommend this show! It’s been on hiatus for a few years but so glad it’s returning in 2023! Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam! is a nighttime spectacular that is jam-packed with music, fireworks, special effects, and dazzling state-of-the-art projections.
Holiday music throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios with live entertainment
Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy host a live holiday special at Theater of the Stars
Snap selfies with unique photo opportunities throughout the night
Meet Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and the rest of the iconic gang in Animation Courtyard on a hot set with holiday props
Enjoy after-hours access to some of your favorite rides and coasters under the stars
Slinky Dog Dash, Rock N’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, and more
See 10 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World this Fall / Holiday Season ▸
Disney Jollywood Nights is a limited-capacity holiday event. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels, and Shades of Green can buy tickets starting June 29.
Tickets for Jollywood Nights may be purchased by all guests starting July 6. Ticket prices will range from $159 – $179 per person.
Jollywood Party dates are:
November: 11,18, 20, 27, 29
December: 4, 6,16,18, 20
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Discover cheerful decor and jolly touches like our larger than life gingerbread displays at select Disney Resort hotel lobbies during the holiday season.
Now you can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays this fall and wintry season.
Even more, Disney+ subscribers can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays select nights this holiday season.
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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2022
Dates and Rates for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022 at Magic Kingdom Park
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns in 2022 on select nights from November 8 through December 22, 2022. Here are the party dates, ticket prices and highlights of this holly jolly event!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022
2022 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates and Ticket Prices.
Children ages 3-9 save $10 on the regular price. Children under the age of 3 are free.
November 8, 2022 $159
November 10, 2022 $149
November 11, 2022 $159
November 14, 2022 $149
November 15, 2022 $149
November 17, 2022 $149
November 18, 2022 $159
November 20, 2022 $179
November 22, 2022 $179
November 27, 2022 $169
November 29, 2022 $169
December 1, 2022 $169
December 2, 2022 $169
December 4, 2022 $169
December 6, 2022 $169
December 8, 2022 $169
December 9, 2022 $179
December 11, 2022 $179
December 13, 2022 $179
December 15, 2022 $179
December 16, 2022 $179
December 18, 2022 $179
December 20, 2022 $199
December 22, 2022 $199
Is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party worth it?
I’m asked this all the time and have given this a lot of thought. And let me just say I was asked this when tickets were $80 each. As you can see they are significantly higher now.
I do think it’s a terrific event and I receive only positive feedback from clients about MVMCP. If you’ve never been before I think it’s worth doing at least once.
The event doesn’t change that much from year-to-year so it might not be something you need to do every year.
And if you don’t already have a regular ticket for Magic Kingdom, you can enter as early at 4:00 PM with your Christmas party ticket, giving you 8 hours of time in the park - with 3 hours of ride time before the party starts.
Event Times
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place from 7:00 PM to midnight.
These date-specific event tickets do not require an additional theme park ticket or theme park reservation.
Throughout Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you can:
Delight in the amazingly festive Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks show!
Gather to watch Disney Characters give a yuletide nod to the season during Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.
Get the perfect picture with Disney pals dressed in their Christmas best!
Make your night extra sweet when you explore the park searching for cookies and cocoa.
Take in the elaborate decorations that bring the spirit of the season to life!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Will the rides be operating in the park during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022?
Yes! Below is a list of popular rides and attractions that will be operating during the event. While it might be fun to do a ride or two, you shouldn’t plan on doing many rides at all.
You’re paying a decent amount of money to be in the Magic Kingdom after hours for a special event.
The event will fly by because you’re having so much fun. Some of your time will go to reserving a good spot to watch Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks show and the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade. Not to mention the various character events taking place and stopping for cookies and hot chocolate.
My recommendation is to do a ride or two, but overall it’s about the Christmas party.
Attractions That Operate during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party:
Explore each land throughout Magic Kingdom park and discover iconic attractions.
Highlights include:
Fantasyland
Frontierland
Liberty Square
Tomorrowland
And many more!
All attractions and experiences are subject to change without notice.
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I know many of you have been asking for details on “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” event and today I have great news!
This Christmas season After Hours Party at Magic Kingdom will include
“Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks”
“Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.”
Yes, the very popular Toy Soldiers will be in the parade. the parade will, of course, also feature Santa Claus too!
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See 2 Fireworks Spectaculars at Magic Kingdom
Ticket holders for the 4-hour “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” will be permitted to enter Magic Kingdom Park as early as 7 p.m.
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This means you can also take in EARidescent magic that will be part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” from the brand-new fireworks spectacular “Disney Enchantment” to the transformation of Cinderella Castle into a “Beacon of Magic,”
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That means you could experience two different and unique fireworks shows in one night!
Disney Very Merriest After Hours Event Dates 2021:
November: 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 28, 30
December: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21
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Disney Very Merriest After Hours 2021 Ticket Prices
Tickets range from $169 to $229 plus tax for select November-December nights and $249, plus tax on December 19 & 21.
Tickets will go on sale Aug. 20.
Early Ticket Sales Benefit: Guests of select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, as well as Shades of Green at Walt Disney World Resort can book their tickets as early as August 17.
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can take advantage of a $10 discount on select event dates in November.
These dated event tickets do not require an additional day theme park ticket or Disney Park Pass theme park reservation.
What You Can Expect at Disney Very Merriest After Hours 2021
In addition to a parade and fireworks, holiday attraction overlays are also making a comeback! The Jungle Cruise transforms into the Jingle Cruise, and Monster’s Inc Laugh Floor will get new jokes perfect for this joyful season.
After the park closes to day guests, enjoy less time waiting in line for more than 20 attractions including favorites like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, The Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Peter Pan’s Flight, Space Mountain and more.
Sightings of Disney characters throughout the park all dressed in their holiday best.
While you are walking down Main Street, U.S.A. be sure to look up to the sky, you might catch some magical snowfall!
Dance and boogie the night away at themed Club Tinsel dance party in Tomorrowland.
Enjoy complimentary snacks like ice cream novelties and popcorn, seasonal treats and select bottled beverages.
Specialty holiday food and drinks will also be available for purchase.
Disney PhotoPass will offer holiday magic shots throughout the night.
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"Disney Very Merriest After Hours" Coming to Walt Disney World
Disney Very Merriest After Hours event at Magic Kingdom to replace Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2021
Disney Very Merriest After Hours event at Magic Kingdom
Starting Nov. 8, “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” a special-ticketed event will be available on select nights featuring
“Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks”
Holiday treats including ice cream, popcorn and bottled beverages (included with the cost of admission)
Disney characters
Holiday music and décor
Holiday treats
Special projections on Cinderella Castle
Popular attractions
Snow on Main Street USA
It appears this event will replace Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2021. Very Merriest After Hours will likely follow a similar format as MVMCP but full details on what we can expect have yet to be released.
Disney Very Merriest After Hours will begin at 9 pm on select nights. Those who have tickets will be able to enter the Magic Kingdom as early as 7 pm.
Throughout out all four theme parks and the Disney World hotels, you can expect festive entertainment, whimsical décor, seasonal food & beverage offerings, and holiday-themed merchandise.
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Holiday Celebrations at Walt Disney World 2020
Disney will indeed be going all out for the 2020 holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort. Even though we won’t have Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the Castle Dream Lights or Candlelight Processional (because they draw big crowds) there will be plenty of holiday magic to experience during this holiday season like snow at Disney Springs, Character experiences, and special Christmas decorations, food, and merchandise.
The festive Walt Disney World holiday decor will be up beginning on November 6, 2020 through December 30, 2020.
Here are just some of the events you’ll see at Walt Disney World, more events are going to be announced soon.
Magic Kingdom
Cinderella Castle will be transformed with a rotating series of designs including a whimsical Christmas sweater and a regal overlay of red, green, and gold ornamentation.
You’ll see Disney characters dressed for Christmas on festive floats throughout the park.
Gingerbread Men, elves, and reindeer and the infamous Toy Soldiers will join the Main Street Philharmonic as they march through the Magic Kingdom bringing musical holiday cheer for all to hear.
Santa Claus will make special pop-up appearances at select times and locations inside the park.
Limited time seasonal food & beverage offerings.
Holiday-themed merchandise.
Epcot
Characters dressed in Christmas attire will make appearances around World Showcase on parade floats.
World ShowPlace will host JOYFUL!, a journey through R&B, Gospel, contemporary and traditional Christmas, and holiday music.
The Voices of Liberty will be performing at the American Gardens Theatre for a special concert of favorite carols and songs of the season.
The Holiday kitchens will return around World Showcase promenade with favorites like the American Holiday Table featuring Slow-roasted Turkey with Stuffing and Bavaria Holiday Kitchen with dishes like Cheese Fondue in a Bread Bowl.
Epcot will be adorned in classic holiday decorations.
Santa Claus will make special pop-up appearances at select times and locations inside the park.
Holiday-themed merchandise
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Holiday-themed motorcades will make their way through the park with Disney characters dressed in their holiday best.
Hollywood Studios will be decorated for Christmas.
Santa Claus will make special pop-up appearances at select times and locations inside the park.
Limited time seasonal food & beverage offerings.
Holiday-themed merchandise.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park
Festive flotillas with Disney characters will meander through the park.
Santa Claus will make special pop-up appearances at select times and locations inside the park.
Limited time seasonal food & beverage offerings.
Holiday-themed merchandise.
Disney Springs
There will be a collection of elaborately-decorated Disney Christmas trees spread throughout this retail, dining, and entertainment destination.
In the evening, the areas within Town Center, West Side, and The Landing will encounter a magical snowfall
Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar will once again have holiday décor and a limited-time menu filled with festive favorites.
Disney World Hotels
Hotel lobbies will feature iconic Christmas trees and other festive decorations.
The gingerbread displays will not return to the Resort hotels this year.
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Big News for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2019
Tomorrowland Speedway at Magic Kingdom Park will get a holiday makeover.
For the first time ever during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, select Magic Kingdom attractions are receiving special enhancements just for the holidays!
When you get behind the wheel on the Tomorrowland Speedway, you’ll find yourself cruising a festive freeway filled with thousands of lights and stylized décor.
The crew at Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor is putting some “Ha Ha Ha” in their “Ho Ho Ho,” with a new show for everyone visiting the Monster World during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.
Space Mountain launches Guests on a trippy jaunt through the cosmos, filled with dazzling lighting and high-energy holiday tunes.
Mad Tea Party in Fantasyland becomes a wild Christmas party, as you spin your teacup to one of four new holiday combos of lights and music.
Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks show will debut this year as well.
The party starts at Magic Kingdom Park on Nov. 8 and is offered select nights through Dec. 22, 2019. For tickets contact Darren Wittko at Magical Vacations Travel
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Reminder! Important ADR Change on Magic Kingdom Party Nights
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park
Has this ever happened to you? You’re searching for a parking spot at the mall hoping for something close to the entrance. Then there it is, the best spot in the entire complex, no one will be parked closer to the mall than you! Everyone else somehow overlooked it! But then as you get closer you notice there’s a compact car parked in it.
A similar experience can occur when trying to find availability at Magic Kingdom restaurants in the fall - Late August through December. Be Our Guest Restaurant, for example, is the most challenging ADR to get at Walt Disney World. You must be online at 6 am, 180 days in advance and even then you have only 2 minutes book it before it sells out.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park
But sometimes you’ll notice a flood of availability appear for dinner reservations at Be Our Guest, Crystal Palace and Liberty Tree Tavern, the 3 most most popular. Especially after 7 pm. How can this be? Is this the parking space syndrome, somehow everyone else overlooked it? Maybe. But chances are the Magic Kingdom is closing early for a party.
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party usually begin at 7 pm. Magic Kingdom will close to day guests and only those who have purchased a party ticket can remain inside the park after 7 pm.
Guests who pay for the party have so many activities to explore, many don’t want to spend their time sitting down at a restaurant, thus wide-open availability at places like Be Our Guest Restaurant and Crystal Palace. They will sell out for sure, just not as fast..
Unfortunately if you’re not a party guest, you cannot stay in the park later than 7 pm even if you have an ADR for a Magic Kingdom restaurant. This can be a moment of frustration for some people and Disney’s website doesn’t make this abundantly clear. For non-party goers the last ADR for Magic Kingdom dining is 5:55 pm.
If you’re already inside the restaurant when the park closes, of course you can stay. But when it’s time to leave, a cast member will escort you to the park’s exit. “You don’t have to go home but you can’t stay here” kind of thing.
In the fall, it’s critical for you to know when Magic Kingdom will be hosting evening parties. There are more now than ever before. If you’re thinking of attending one, go for it! They are tons of fun. But don’t waste time at a restaurant - there’s too much to see and do.
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2019 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Dates - Walt DisneyWorld
2019 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates:
November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24
December: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tickets start at $99 for select nights after $10 advance-purchase savings.
The party include a special holiday-themed parade and fireworks display as well as holiday stage shows such as “A Frozen Holiday Wish.”
Additional details about the Christmas party will be released in he coming months.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: MICKEY'S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY 2018
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: MICKEY'S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY 2018
Are you planning a visit to Walt Disney World Resort for the holidays? The 2018 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park is an absolute must-do event during the holiday season. This in-park party celebrates the season with lovely decor, glittering holiday lights, special photo opportunities, snow on Main Street, U.S.A., and entertainment you will have to see to believe!
2018 Dates for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2018, which requires a special ticket to attend, will be held on the following nights in 2018:
- Nov. 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 25, 27 and 29;
- Dec. 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 21
Best Nights to Attend Mickey's Very Christmas Party
Disney has released a calendar available online with nights the party is offered and the ticket cost. More expensive tickets usually indicate a more crowded party. Weekend party nights tend to be the most crowded. Crowds are sometimes lighter prior to Thanksgiving but then things really ramp up.
Early Entry to Magic Kingdom on Christmas Party Nights
Party fun takes place from 7 p.m.-midnight, although party ticket holders may enter the park as early as 4 p.m. to enjoy regular park offerings. Note that if you have a party-only ticket, you will not have access to FastPass+ between 4-7 p.m.
FastPass+ might be available to guests who also hold valid Magic Kingdom Park tickets, depending on availability. Once the party begins, FastPass will no longer be offered and the FastPass queues will close.
Must See Events at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2018
“A Frozen Holiday Wish,” kicks off the fun each night at dusk. Guests arriving early for the party can watch as Anna and Elsa lead a celebration on the Castle Forecourt Stage that culminates in Queen Elsa using her powers to transform Cinderella Castle into a shimmering ice palace.
“Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration” stage show brings in Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto, and many others who drop by dressed in their Christmas attire, ready to sing holidays with Christmas carols.
“Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.” This enchanting holiday procession features marching toy soldiers, dancing gingerbread men, Disney characters, Santa Claus and more!
The highlight of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party night is “Holiday Wishes Fireworks– Celebrate the Spirit of the Season” a special fireworks show set to holiday tunes that light up the sky above Magic Kingdom Park.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas party also offers Guests complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, party exclusive character greeting opportunities – with familiar faces like Jack Skellington as Sandy Claws and Scrooge McDuck – plus event-exclusive merchandise and special holiday treats.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2018 Times Guide
- A Frozen Holiday Wish - 6:15 p.m., 8:15 p.m.
- Mickey's Most Merriest Celebration - 7:40 p.m., 9:25 p.m., 10:30 p.m., 11:55 p.m.
- Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade - 8:30 p.m., 11 p.m.
- Holiday Wishes—Celebrate the Spirit of the Season - 10 p.m.
- A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas - 7:45 p.m., 8:35 p.m., 9:25 p.m., 10:45 p.m., 11:35 p.m.
- VoicePlay - 8:10 p.m., 9 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 11:10 p.m.
- Club Tinsel - 7 p.m.-12 a.m.
Times are subject to change.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets 2018
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tickets range in price starting at $95 to $125, depending on the night. The party sometimes sells out so it's best to purchase them online in advance.
Tickets can be purchased directly through your My Disney Experience account.
Here's a quick look at the party nights offered in November and December and the ticket cost.
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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party FAQ
Q: Once the park closes, how will Disney know I have a Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Ticket?
A: There will be several kiosks located in the park where you can swipe your Magic Band to redeem your party ticket for a wristband. The wristband will signal Cast Members that you have a valid party ticket and you'll be permitted to stay in the park. There is also a dedicated entrance that you can use if you're not already inside the park.
Q: Can I stay in the Magic Kingdom after it closes if I don't have a ticket?
A: Of course not. Without a wristband, you won't be permitted on any rides once the party officially begins. Yes, they will be checking carefully, especially during the first two hours. Checkpoints are set up throughout the park where you will be required to show a Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party wristband. Without one, you will be turned around and kindly asked to exit the park. You can try to stay as long as possible but eventually they will notice.
Q: Can I make FastPass+ selections in advance during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party?
A: No, FastPass will be turned off. But with lighter crowds and so many special events taking place, you shouldn't need it.
Q: When and where is the best place to watch Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade?
A: Main Street USA is by the far the most popular location to watch the parade. You should claim your spot anywhere along Main Street starting 45 to 60 minutes prior to the parade. Be patient here, it gets very crowded. I like to recommend that you give priority to little kids, even if they aren't with your family - let them scoot up in front of you so they can see. It will mean a lot to them and you'll feel good about making a little kid happy.
If you have a question about Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, feel free to ask it below in the comments section.
New Stage Show Planned for Magic Kingdom
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration Coming in 2016 to Magic Kingdom Park.
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration, will make its debut for the 2016 holiday season. In this brand new stage show, Mickey and his pals invite some of their friends for an unforgettable Christmas party filled with music, dancing, color and fun. Woody and Jessie from “Toy Story,” Fantasyland friends such as Peter Pan and Snow White and many more will join the show. Presented on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage, Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration features special effects, magical projections and festive holiday music.
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