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We just got some BIG news about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party coming back to Magic Kingdom this year, and it’s time to wrap up all we know and put a nice, big, slightly spooky bow on it!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Disney just officially confirmed the party WILL return to the park this year, so let’s go over EVERYTHING we know so we’re all on the same page, and feel as prepared as possible before we book our trips!
We’re officially over halfway to Halloween, and that means that Orlando theme parks have begun announcing some of their upcoming events for this season to get guests excited.
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Disney released a casting call for two of their Halloween festivities that confirmed their return, and Universal has made a few small announcements about Halloween Horror Nights — but now it’s SeaWorld Orlando’s turn. If you were thinking of attending the park’s Howl-O-Scream’s event this year, you don’t want to miss this massive new sale!
We’ve got some very fun news for those of you who are already looking ahead to this year’s Halloween season.
Halloween decorations in Magic Kingdom
Disney hasn’t made official announcements just yet about what will be returning to Mickey’s Not-S0-Scary Halloween Party, but a recent official casting notice from the company has given us confirmation that TWO of our favorite character interactions will be returning this year!
Don’t look now, but spooky season at Disney World will sneak up on you faster than a hitchhiking ghost.
Boo To YOU!
Every year, Disney fans mark their calendars and sit in anticipation, waiting for that first big announcement: when tickets will go on sale for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. If you’re already thinking about candy trails, Hocus Pocus vibes, and the Boo-To-You parade, you’re not alone. Based on past years, we’ve got some thoughts on when you should start keeping your eyes peeled — and we’re breaking it all down right here.
Sure, it’s still spring, but you can’t blame us for looking forward to fall, can you?
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party welcome sign
Fall is AMAZING in Disney World. First, it marks the return of pumpkin spice everything. Then it also brings all the fun fall and Halloween decor to Magic Kingdom — and that decor is EPIC. It also brings Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, the ONLY time of the year adults can dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating INSIDE a Disney World park. Well, we’ve got some good news about this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party: the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular will be returning this year!
Boo to you!
Boo To YOU!
It may only be February, but Disney likes to celebrate the holidays early! In just about six months, Halloween decorations will start to pop up in Magic Kingdom as it prepares for the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party of the season. Although tickets and dates have not been announced for the 2025 Halloween party season, Disney is currently preparing for the Halloween season, and you could have the opportunity to be part of a fan-favorite parade!
It may be only January but it’s official — Haunted Mansion Holiday is returning to Disneyland in the 2025-2026 spooky season!
Haunted Mansion Holiday
Disneyland originally announced this morning on its website that Haunted Mansion Holiday would return from November 14th, 2025 through January 7th, 2026. However, it was announced soon after that those dates were incorrect and that the overlay would instead be open a bit earlier!
What could make a runDisney event even better? Disney VILLAINS, of course!
It’s Maleficent!
Disneyland’s first Half Marathon Weekend got off to a running start this year and joined the ranks of some of our favorite runDisney events like Disney World’s Princess Half Marathon weekend and the Wine & Dine races. But, if you thought that the first half marathon in Disneyland had already run its course, get ready because we’re getting another go at it and it’s getting even spookier!
Hold up. Can you believe it? It’s almost 2025 and that means your Disney World trip is just about here!!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
You’ll definitely want to keep an eye on the 2025 calendar so that you know what’s happening at the parks and if you need to catch any events. Also, there’s nothing like planning ahead and missing out on the crowds! To those points, we’re here with a helping hand because we want you to know about all the best times to come to Disney World in 2025!
There are so many magical moments that happen at both Disneyland and Disney World!
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Pixie Dust is all around, and you never know when you will witness or be part of a magical moment. We love it when we are in the parks, and we get to see magic made in real time! We wanted to share some of that joy with you, including an adorable video from Disneyland that is guaranteed to make you smile, as well as some other cute videos from Disney World!
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