The Halloween season starts in August at Walt Disney World. Can you believe it? Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2024 dates are August 9 to October 31, 2024. This awesome after-hours Disney Halloween party is offered on select nights. With a price tag averaging $150 it's quite the expense – and yet if you're a Disney fan or love Halloween, it's hard to beat.
So to maximize your Disney dollars and give you the spookiest time ever, read over our Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Tips and Guide. We'll go over tips to save time and make the most of the party, must do experiences, good treats to try, and ideas just for couples looking to have a spooky date night.
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Tips
- Get there at 4:00pm
- Eat a good meal before loading up on Halloween candy and treats
- Hit some rides during the first parade
- Rest your feet while you watch the Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks
- See the second parade
- See the last performance of Hocus Pocus Villian Spectacular at midnight
- Monsters Inc. Comedy Laugh Floor – a trick or treat station, with ongoing performances and seats
- Try at least one party exclusive food – the Boo Berry Slush is great!
- Stop for at least one Halloween photo opportunity with special Disney's PhotoPass effects
- Pace yourself so you can stay all the way to the end of the night
Party nights in August cost less than September and October. Halloween night usually sells out almost immediately.
Trick or Treat Stations
As you can see from our tips above, we recommend some trick or treating during the party. Yes, adults can trick or treat without kiddos along. It's totally okay. And costumes are enthusiastically encouraged so come up with a cute couple's costume or at least wear something festive.
The candy is provided by Mars Wrigley company so stop by the trick or treat stations anytime you see one. Your bag will be filled with treats like Snickers bars, Milky Ways, Starbursts, M&Ms, and more.
There are 14 stations throughout Magic Kingdom. Each land has at least one. Frontierland and Adventureland have the most trick or treat stations and are close together. The stations are marked on the Halloween Party Guide Map with an orange lollipop.
Allergy-friendly: If anyone in your party has food allergies and would like allergy-friendly treats, ask for an allergy-friendly treat bag when you arrive. During the trick or treating these guests will receive a teal allergy-friendly token to redeem for allergy-friendly treats.
There are two redemption locations one in Liberty Square (which closes by midnight) and another on Main Street USA near the front of the park, inside the Chamber of Commerce building.
Guests can tell the Cast Members which options they would like, which include allergy-friendly gummy bears, lollipops, sunflower butter and chocolate cups, and much more. My son has multiple food allergies and I really enjoyed this process with him. Just be sure to visit the allergy-friendly centers before the party is over.
Disney Halloween Attractions with the Longest Lines
- Jack Skellington and Sally characters at Town Square Theater
- Seven Dwarves meet and greet
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Space Mountain (in complete darkness for a Halloween touch)
- Most Halloween character greetings have super long lines, consider the dance parties as an alternative
What time does Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party start?
Officially Mickey's Halloween Party starts at 7:00pm and goes until midnight. However, you can actually get into the Magic Kingdom for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party as early as 4:00pm. For the best date night we recommend taking advantage of the extra time.
Just pay very close attention to the signs at the Magic Kingdom entrance to be sure you use a designated entrance for the Halloween party itself. And you must get a wristband after entering.
When you get into the park at 4:00pm with your Halloween party ticket, get your wristband, then go get your trick or treat bag and enjoy being in the park early. The Halloween festivities will not take place until 7:00pm, but you can ride some rides or get something to eat before the party begins.
Tip – Consider making a dining reservation at one of the table service restaurants before the party begins so you've got some good fuel to keep going for the whole party.
Jack Skellington and Sally characters at Town Square Theater are by far the most popular greeting of the party. The line actually begins forming at 4:00pm and the characters usually start greeting around 6:30pm. Personally, that's too much for me and I would rather go enjoy other activities in Magic Kingdom. So be sure to discuss this with each other and decide what you prefer to do.
Rides with Special Halloween Effects
- Mad Tea Party (aka the “tea cups”)
- Monsters Inc Comedy Laugh Floor (continuous interactions)
- Space Mountain
Special Halloween Effects 2024
Something super fun to do together is to ride at least one of the rides with special Halloween effects. These special effects only happen during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.
This year all the Halloween special attractions are in Tomorrowland. You can go into deep space as Space Mountain is in complete and utter darkness. The projections and lights that are normally shining within Space Mountain are turned off. Do you dare give it a try?
If the lines are too long then Mad Tea Party is a great choice. Special Halloween songs and party lighting are used to make the tea cups a little spooky. Remember to decide beforehand just how much you do, or do not, want to spin the tea cups. Personally, I find the ride to be pretty mild if I don't spin the teacup myself and just ride it out as it swoops around the platform.
Must do – Maybe I like corny jokes too much now that I am a mom, but I love Monsters Inc Comedy Laugh Floor during the Halloween party. It's actually a trick or treat station plus a interactive ongoing show.
And you can sit and rest your feet for a few minutes while the monsters interact with the audience telling Halloween themed jokes. You can get up and walk out anytime you wish. I enjoyed resting my feet and nibbling a few bites of the Halloween candy I had earned.
NEW ADDITIONS for 2024
- New costumes for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
- More Disney Villians – mostly at the entrance
- DescenDANCE Party in Tomorrowland
- Bruno from “Encanto” joins Mirabel for greetings at Fairytale Garden
- New earlier start time for “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade”!
This year we spotted the infamous Hitch Hiking Ghosts from The Haunted Mansion, but in Frontierland!
Special Halloween Photos
Disney's PhotoPass is a great way to capture some magical photos together on your spooky date. There are five main Halloween magic shot opportunities during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.
Our favorite Halloween photos spots should be on your to-do list during the party:
- Hitchhiking Ghosts Magic Shot
- Oogie Boogie Magic Shot
- Headless Horseman Magic Shot
The Hitchhiking Ghost Magic Shot is perfect for Haunted Mansion fans. It is near the exit of Haunted Mansion as well as behind Sleepy Hallow in Liberty Square. You'll also find the Headless Horseman Magic Shot near Hall of Presidents at Liberty Square. The lines may seem long, but they usually take less than 10 minutes and you can entertain yourselves by watching other guests get their photos and practice your poses.
Near Cinderella Castle we found a PhotoPass Cast Member and asked for a photo. Little did we know when the photo showed up in our My Disney Experience app that Oogie Boogie from The Nightmare Before Christmas would show up as a spooky moon in our photo.
Whether you attend the party with friends, family, or on a date these fun photos will be the perfect keepsake of your spooky night.
Halloween Fireworks and Parade
NEW FOR 2024 – Disney just announced that there will be an earlier performance time of the first Mickey's Boo to You Halloween Parade of the evening, making it easier for younger guests.
Mickey's Boo to You Parade will run at 8:15 PM (1 hour earlier than previous years) and 11:15 PM (no change) each night.
The Halloween fireworks are an absolute must-see! Do not skip this, and do not settle for a view off to the side of behind the castle. The entire show is more than fireworks. There are super cool projects and effects on the castle plus special fireworks effects. The finale is not to be missed.
I suggest viewing the fireworks near Casey's Corner or the Ice Cream Parlor. The sweet spot is watching the fireworks with a good view of the castle without being too close.
Be sure to check out these essential tips for viewing the Disney Halloween Fireworks.
Skeletons on the Castle Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks – image by Dani Meyering
Get your spot for the fireworks on Main Street USA about 20 – 30 minutes before showtime.
- At 9:50pm get your spot for 10:15 pm Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks
- Stay in your fireworks spot, or nearby, for 11:15 pm Boo to You Parade
- Head close to Cinderella Castle for 12:00 am Hocus Pocus Villian Spectacular
Mickey's Halloween Party Exclusive Food 2024
Speaking of corny, one of the new party-exclusive treats we're looking forward to trying is the Candy Corn Milkshake: Sweet corn soft-serve topped with whipped cream and sweet potato corn bread nuggets.
There are now 50 different No So Scary Halloween Party exclusive food and drinks!
Here's a look at the yummy treats that you can check out during this year's event:
Main Street Bakery
- Minnie Witch Hat (New) : Chocolate cookie topped with peanut butter mousse, milk chocolate ganache, and buttercream (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Minnie-shaped Cinnamon Roll with green and purple icing and an orange bow (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
- Cinnamon-Apple Sundae (New) : Dulce de leche ice cream topped with caramel sauce, apple pie filling, cinnamon candies, and whipped cream (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Graveyard Milk Shake (New): Chocolate milk shake with a dipped graveyard jelly doughnut, white chocolate tombstone, gummy candy, and a Haunted Mansion straw (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Ice Cream Chocolate Cookie Sandwich (New): Halloween cookies with M&M’S Ghoul’s Mix Chocolate Candies and your choice of ice cream (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
The Plaza Restaurant
- Ghoulishly Gourmet Burger (New) : Two all-beef patties with pepper jack and Swiss cheese, candied bacon, balsamic-glazed mushrooms, onion ring, and truffle-buffalo aïoli served on a black bun(Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Halloween Turkey Club (New): Turkey club with bacon on black sandwich bread (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Graveyard Milk Shake (New): Chocolate milk shake with a dipped graveyard jelly doughnut, white chocolate tombstone, gummy candy, and a Haunted Mansion straw (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Layered Pumpkin Cake with cream cheese mousse (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Casey’s Corner (Mobile order available)
- Chipotle Barbecue Pork and Street Corn French Fries (New) : French fries topped with fire-roasted corn, queso fresco, and cilantro(Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Chipotle Barbecue Pork and Street Corn Hot Dog (New): All-beef hot dog with fire-roasted corn, queso fresco, and cilantro (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Chipotle Barbeque Pork and Street Corn Mini Corn Dogs (New): Mini corn dogs topped with fire-roasted corn, queso fresco, and cilantro (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Mickey-shaped Cheesecake (New): Pumpkin cheesecake with graham cracker crust and white chocolate-whipped ganache (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Outdoor Vending Near Cinderella Castle
- Oogie Boogie Cupcake (New) : Chocolate cupcake with marshmallow buttercream, cookies and cream buttercream, gummy candy, and an Oogie Boogie chocolate piece(Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Churro Cart near Cinderella Castle
- Worms ‘n Dirt Churro (New): Churro rolled in cookies and cream dust and topped with marshmallow and sour gummy candy (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Aloha Isle Refreshments
- DOLE Whip Mango and Chamoy Float (New): DOLE Whip Mango, pineapple juice, chamoy, and chili-lime seasoning (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Golden Oak Outpost
- Chocolate-Caramel Tart (New): Chocolate tart shell filled with chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, and caramel cream topped with TWIX Cookie Bar Pieces and a chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Sweet-and-Spicy Beignets (New): Berry and cayenne-dusted beignets with chicory coffee-chocolate sauce (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Café (Mobile order available)
- Grilled Masa Flatbread (New): Grilled corn cake topped with butternut squash purée, braised chicken, cilantro-pumpkin seed sauce, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and queso fresco (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Cajun Burger: Cajun-spiced all-beef patty topped with fried green tomato, Cajun andouille dip, and Creole rémoulade on a black bun (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Spiced Chocolate Mousse Bar (New): Spiced chocolate mousse, dulce de leche, orange glaze, and a sugar candy (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Guava Lemonade Slushy with cheesecake foam, Halloween sprinkles, and sugar candy (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Sleepy Hollow Refreshments (Mobile order available)
- Hand-dipped Corn Dog with spicy violet mustard and spicy cheese-flavored snacks (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Char Siu Chicken Wings: Glazed whole chicken wings topped with chili threads and garlic (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Madame Leota Séance Candle (New) : Red velvet cake and cookies and cream mousse (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Dulce de Leche, Peanut Butter, and Chocolate Sauce Funnel Cake (New): Topped with dulce de leche ice cream, SNICKERS Bar Pieces, and whipped cream (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Liberty Square Market
- Jack Pop: Chocolate fudge brownie with marshmallow filling topped with a chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Sally Pop: Yellow cake with raspberry filling topped with a chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Skull Blondie: Maple blondie with caramel sauce (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Outdoor Vending Location Near The Haunted Mansion
- Tombstone Tart: Sugar dough filled with cookies and cream cheese mousse and Halloween décor (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Pinocchio Village Haus (Mobile order available)
- Creepy Clam Flatbread with bacon, black ink pesto, Romano, and Calabrian chile aïoli (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Spicy Meatball Arrabbiata Flatbread (New): Meatballs, spicy tomato sauce, provolone, Calabrian chiles, and basil pesto (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Sweet and Spicy Chicken Strips tossed in Korean barbecue sauce and topped with black sesame seeds, fried garlic, and green onions (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Swinging Wake Cake (New): Vanilla cake with fruity cereal mousse (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Boo Raspberry Slushy (New): Blue raspberry slushy with marshmallow foam and a marshmallow ghost (Non-alcoholic) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Editor's Note: We tried the Spicy Meatball Arrabbiata Flatbread, Boo Raspberry Slushy, and Swinging Wake Cake thanks to a provided Disney gift card.
The Boo Raspberry Slushy quickly became a favorite of the night! And the Spicy Meatball Arrabbiata Flatbread sure packs a bunch of spice. We would pass up the Swinging Wake Cake next time.
Be Our Guest Restaurant
- Pumpkin Crème Caramel with sour cherry jam and pumpkin seed brittle (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Roasted Beef Marrow Bone (New): Pinot noir-beef marmalade, toasted baguette, and pickled mustard seeds (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Beef Short Rib and Purple Potatoes braised with red wine, figs, peppers, and a touch of dark chocolate (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Cast Iron Trout: Charred calamari, squid ink breadcrumbs, black garlic, and saffron aïoli (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Roasted Poulet Rouge Chicken: Caramelized pumpkin, pomegranate, and pumpkin seed sauce (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- The Handsome Brute (New): Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Chambord Liqueur, pomegranate juice, and lemon juice garnished with a sugared rim and raspberries (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Cinderella’s Royal Table
- Stepsisters Dessert (New) : Pistachio and cherry-filled cream puffs, blackberry and raspberry ganache, strawberry meringue, and a chocolate piece(Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
The Friar’s Nook (Mobile order available)
- Spicy Pork Spring Roll with charred pineapple and scallion dust (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Bowl of Bones: Bone-In piggy wings fried with fresh jalapeños and tossed in Coca-Cola Cherry barbecue sauce (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Buffalo Chicken Hand Pie: Buffalo chicken and mozzarella wrapped in a flaky dough and topped with blue cheese crumbles and buffalo-ranch (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- S’mores Cup (New) : Layers of graham cracker crumbles, chocolate ganache, chocolate popping candies, milk chocolate panna cotta, and marshmallow cream(Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
Storybook Treats
- Anastasia Cone (New): DOLE Whip Strawberry with lemon curd and strawberry popping candies with a chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Drizella Cone (New): Blueberry soft-serve with vanilla crispy pearls and a chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Cheshire Café
- Queen of Hearts Slushy: Frozen cherry slushy drizzled with black cherry purée and topped with whipped cream and a crown-shaped chocolate piece (Available during regular park hours at Chesire Café only)
Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café (Mobile order available)
- Halloween Pot Roast Sandwich with cheddar and horseradish mayonnaise served on a black bun (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Terrifyin’ Twice-spiced Chicken Sandwich: Spicy fried chicken breast dipped in hot honey topped with pepper jack cheese, jalapeño poppers, and bacon (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Sinister Satay Burger (New) : Cocoa-rubbed all-beef patty with bacon, lime pickles, and Thai peanut sauce (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Witches Fingers: Purple cookie fingers with sour apple mousse and green apple boba pearls (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
- Ube Green Tea Slushy with cherry whipped cream, cinnamon candies, and chocolate piece (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies
- Candy Corn Soft-serve Sundae (New): Sweet corn soft-serve with butterscotch shell and candy corn (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Sweet Corn Soft-serve (New) (Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Witches Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Coffee Cold Brew with pumpkin-spiced foam and sprinkles (Non-alcoholic) (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
The Lunching Pad (Mobile order available)
- Jalapeño Popper Dog (New) : All-beef hot dog topped with sriracha cream cheese, crispy onions, bacon, and hades relish(Available during regular park hours and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party)
- Queen of Hearts Slushy: Frozen cherry slushy drizzled with black cherry purée and topped with whipped cream and a crown-shaped chocolate piece (Available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party only)
Fireworks Dessert Party
If you’re looking for an extra sweet addition to your evening, the Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party serves up all-you-care-to-enjoy sweet treats and specialty drinks, as well as private viewing for the nighttime fireworks spectacular.
Please note, we attended Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party complimentary. Our group of publications received an invitation to attend the event by Disney Parks.
Attending with kids? Head to Tampa Bay Parenting for A Parent’s Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023