Heads Up! Disney World's Happily Ever After Fireworks Will Be Canceled on 63 Nights

If you’re planning a trip to Magic Kingdom this fall or winter, there’s an important schedule change you’ll want to be aware of, especially if you’re hoping to catch the park’s iconic nighttime fireworks.

Happily Ever After

If you’re like me, you might look forward to watching Happily Ever After every Disney trip. So when something interrupts that plan, you need to know in advance! Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned Disney pro, it’s worth taking a closer look before locking in your plans. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming changes to the nighttime fireworks at Magic Kingdom.

Planning your Disney trip around fireworks? You’ll want to double-check your dates, because on select nights this fall and winter, Happily Ever After, Magic Kingdom’s beloved nighttime fireworks show, will not be performed. These changes are due to special ticketed events: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. On party nights, Magic Kingdom closes early to regular guests, and there will be holiday-specific fireworks for party guests.

2025 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party map

During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular replaces Happily Ever After. This party-exclusive fireworks show is hosted by Jack Skellington and features frightfully fun projections, lasers, and fireworks.

Happily Ever After will NOT run during these nights of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party:

August 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 and 30
September 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27 and 29
October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29 and 31

FULL LIST Of Ticket Prices For Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!

Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular 2024

During these Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party evenings, guests can enjoy Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks instead. This dazzling display is filled with holiday music, seasonal projections, and sparkling pyrotechnics.

Happily Ever After will NOT run on these Christmas party nights:

November 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 24, 25, 27, 29
December 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22

Prices CONFIRMED for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World

Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks

If fireworks are a must-see during your visit, be sure to check the party schedule before booking your Magic Kingdom day—otherwise, you might miss out on Happily Ever After. And remember: the party-specific fireworks are only available to guests with event tickets.

Happily Ever After

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