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Hard Ticket Events | Walt Disney World
Did you know there are special events held all year long at Walt Disney World? These hard ticket events take place after park closing are limited ticket sales. They do cost extra outside of your regular park ticket, but there are special activities, entertainment and perks for that premium.
After Hours
After Hours events take place outside of the holiday seasons and give guests three hours to experience the parks with minimal waits and included snacks!
Currently, After Hours is offered at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Epcot.
After Hours
Select dates throughout the year
Early Access
After Hours guests can gain entry to the park up to three hours prior to the official event start time.
Included Snacks
Fuel up during your late night with free (well, included in the price) snacks from carts throughout the parks!
Lower Crowds
Again, limited tickets means lower crowds outside of the ride queues, too!
Shorter Waits
Limited tickets means shorter waits! Remember, though, day guests may still be in the queues if they were in line before closing. We opted to stock snacks and hit some shorter waits before riding coasters.
PhotoPass
PhotoPass is available during AfterHours, as well, with most waits being fairly short even for very popular ops.
Holiday Parties
Fall and winter bring us Walt Disney World’s holiday soirees! Magic Kingdom offers Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party from August through October and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party from November through December. Starting in 2023, Disney’s Hollywood Studios began hosting Jollywood Nights on select dates throughout November and December.
As with the After Hours events, the tickets sold are limited and both Magic Kingdom parties include snacks or treats!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Select dates August-October
Costumes
Adults and children are invited to dress up in your Halloween best! Be sure to check out the official guidelines.
Ride Overlays & Atmosphere
Even some of the attractions get dressed for the occasion!
Special Parades & Fireworks
Enjoy Boo to You! and Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular.
Allergy Friendly Treats
Teal tokens can be traded in for friendly treats!
Dance Parties
Bust a move with your favorite characters!
Trick-or-Treating
Unlimited candy (I mean, basically) is included with your ticket!
Hocus Pocus Spelltacular
We love this stage show featuring the Sanderson Sisters and a host of Disney Villains!
Photo Ops
We always love the special photo ops and Magic Shots!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Select dates November – December
Ride Overlays & Atmosphere
Even some of the attractions get dressed for the occasion!
Special Parades & Fireworks
Grab a spot for Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks show and Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.
Snow on Main Street
One of the most magical moments of the season!
Dance Parties
Club Tinsel and the Disney Junior Jingle Jam are your spots to boogie!
Cookies & Cocoa
Unlimited cookies and cocoa are included with your ticket.
Mickey's Merriest Celebration
This stage show is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
Photo Ops
Strike a holiday pose with fun photo ops and magic shots.
Jollywood Nights
Select dates November – December
Dapper Dress
Guests are encouraged to don their holiday finery to match the glam event.
Photo Ops
Enjoy special photo ops throughout the night!
Event Exclusive Bites & Sips
Purchase an array of specialty treats throughout the park.
Snow in Hollywood
Enjoy a festive snow fall in Florida!
Special Characters
Guests young and old can meet rare and festive Disney pals!
Stage Shows
Two special stage shows are offered at various times, Holidays in Hollywood and What's This? Singalong.
Live Music
The Tip Top Club's ghostly band can be found at Tower of Terror, while The Hollywood Brown Derby hosts Jazzy Holidays.
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