Disney World Evening 'Extra Magic Hours' Announced 2021
Evening Extra Magic Hours Initial Dates Announced for Walt Disney World.
Recently we learned that guests staying at Deluxe and Deluxe Villas at Walt Disney World Resort will be able to stay in the parks longer on select mornings and select nights starting this fall.
Today I received the initial schedule for the Extended Evening Theme Park Hours, which is very similar to the now defunct “Evening Extra Magic Hours” that were once offered at Walt Disney World.
Evening Extra Magic Hours have become “Extended Evening Theme Park Hours.”
What are Extended Evening Theme Park Hours at Disney World?
During the 50th Anniversary celeration, starting October 1, 2021 and lasting for 18 months, guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels or Disney Deluxe Villas and other select hotels can enjoy Extended Evening Hours – experiencing select attractions, shops and dining after regular park hours – in select theme parks on select nights.
Together with Early Theme Park Hours, which are available to all Disney Resort hotel guests, guests will get to arrive earlier and say later in the parks.
“..and Other Select Hotels?”
Notice how Disney has added, “and other select hotels.” I don’t know what hotels they are referring to, but this is new language and suggests that guests staying in other Disney World hotels might be able to participate.
Without perks like Disney’s Magical Express, which ends in January 2022, FastPass+, and the Disney Dining Plans (and I assume no free dining offers for a while) some of my clients are opting to stay at off property hotels, especially those that accept credit card “miles” and loyalty points.
Extended Theme Park hours is the first step in bringing back some incentive to stay on Disney World property once again.
I’m also hearing rumors that Disney World might be working on a hotel loyalty program of its own to compete with Marriott, Hilton etc.
For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.
Recent Updates
Disney Dream Sets Sail on August 9, 2021
Disney Cruise Line will resume sailing to the Bahamas on August 9, 2021. Here’s a helpful video that explains more.
The Disney Dream will once again set sail to the Bahamas from Port Canaveral, Florida starting on August 9, 2021. 3 and 4 night cruises will stop at Disney Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island in the Bahamas.
Disney Cruise Line will sail to Castaway Cay starting August 9, 2021
Disney Cruise Line: Know Before You Go:
Initially, 3 and 4 night sailings will not stop at Nassau, only Disney Castaway Cay. 4 night sailings will make 2 stops at Castaway Cay.
The Disney Dream will stop at Nassau, Bahamas beginning in September 2021.
Guests ages 2 and older are required to wear a face covering on the ship and at Disney’s terminals, except in designated areas and situations.
Travel protection is required for all passengers age 2 and up for cruises through December 31, 2021.
Guests who are fully vaccinated may choose to provide proof of vaccination in order to be exempt from pre-trip and embarkation testing requirements (unless arriving from outside the United States) and travel insurance requirements.
All Guests must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test (at the Guests’ expense) taken between 5 days and 24 hours prior to the sail date.
All guests will be required to take a COVID-19 rapid test provided by Disney, in the terminal prior to boarding and comply with other health and safety requirements. The $65 test fee will be charged to the folio of all Guests 12 years and older.
I recommend that you take a moment to watch this helpful video that explains more about the Disney Dream returning to sea:
Did you know that clients who book a Disney Cruise with me get a onboard credit? Check out my Disney Cruise Line Offers Page for more information.
You can also request a Land & Sea quote from me where you can visit Walt Disney World Resort plus enjoy a Disney Cruise.
For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.
Recent Updates
"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.
Now is a great time to begin planning your Walt Disney World vacation. Contact me here to get started.
For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.
Recent Updates
Disney has started piloting an airport luggage assistance program at select Disney World hotels!