3 Changes Coming to Magic Kingdom Next Month

September will see the end of summer and the official start of fall at the Magic Kingdom, leading to some big changes to Disney World’s first theme park.

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One seasonal event comes to an end while another is officially in full swing — both of which affect Magic Kingdom’s offerings and operating hours.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of Disney World’s most popular seasonal events, as the special-ticketed event’s offerings of candy, treats, and Halloween-themed characters, entertainment, and theming have all become fall traditions for many. The event even allows guests over 13 to wear a costume (as long as they follow the rules) inside the Magic Kingdom, a treat that’s usually reserved for guests 13 and under during Disney’s normal operating rules.

Boo To You Parade

The party dates in September are as follows:

September 1st
September 4th
September 8th
September 11th
September 13th
September 15th
September 18th
September 20th
September 22nd
September 24th
September 25th
September 27th
September 29th

Boo to You Parade

Guests without party tickets on those days must remember that the park will be closing to them at 6 PM, though they’ll still be able to enjoy the many Halloween decorations that will be up in the park during the month.

Halloween decorations in Magic Kingdom

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Extended Evening Hours

Extended Evening Hours offer TWO extra hours in select parks on select nights to guests staying at Disney Deluxe Tier or Deluxe Villa resorts. After a summer filled with this offering, Magic Kingdom is only holding one Extended Evening Hours on September 9th from 10 PM to 12AM.

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The following attractions are scheduled to be available during Extended Evening Hours at the Magic Kingdom:

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Astro Orbiter
The Barnstormer
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
Country Bear Musical Jamboree
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Haunted Mansion
Mad Tea Party
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor
Peter Pan’s Flight
Pirates of the Caribbean
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Space Mountain
Swiss Family Treehouse
Tomorrowland Speedway
TRON Lightcycle / Run
Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room

TRON Lightcycle / Run at night

The End of Cool Kids Summer

September 8th will see the official end of the 2026 Cool Kids Summer promotion, which provided special experiences around Disney World. When it comes to the Magic Kingdom, this means the end of Jessie’s Roundup: A Rip-Roarin’ Revue! — the Toy Story-themed show that brought live entertainment back to the Diamond Horseshoe for the first time in over two decades, as well as special character meet & greets during Early Entry.

Diamond Horseshoe

September 2026 brings a slew of changes to the Magic Kingdom, as the park prepares for the final quarter of the year. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates.

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