From spooky Halloween parties to glittering Christmas celebrations and EPCOT's legendary festivals — Disney's special events are bucket-list experiences. Let us help you plan around them perfectly.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of Disney's most beloved after-hours ticketed events, held on select nights at Magic Kingdom from August through October. The park transforms after dark into a Halloween wonderland where the whole family is invited to trick-or-treat, watch exclusive entertainment, and encounter Disney villains roaming the park.
The event is separate from regular park admission — tickets sell out fast, especially for popular October dates. Costumes are encouraged for all ages, and the candy is plentiful at trick-or-treat stations throughout the park.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is the most magical night of the year at Magic Kingdom. On select nights from November through December, the park comes alive with holiday wonder — snow falling on Main Street, U.S.A., exclusive shows, rare character appearances, and a Christmas fireworks spectacular that will leave you breathless.
This beloved ticketed after-hours event is a holiday tradition for thousands of families and is consistently rated as one of the best theme park events in the world. Tickets sell out very quickly — especially for Thanksgiving weekend and December dates.
EPCOT hosts four spectacular festivals throughout the year, each transforming the park with unique food, entertainment, art, and experiences. The best part? Festivals are included with regular park admission — no extra ticket required.
January – February
Celebrate art in every form — visual arts, culinary arts, and performing arts. Incredible food studios, live art demonstrations, and Broadway-caliber performances on the America Gardens stage.
March – July
Stunning Disney character topiaries, lush garden displays, outdoor kitchens with spring-inspired bites, and live Eat to the Beat concerts make this a springtime favorite for all ages.
August – November
The crown jewel of EPCOT festivals. Over 30 global marketplaces, celebrity chef demonstrations, the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, and signature culinary experiences that keep guests coming back year after year.
November – December
Global holiday traditions come to life around World Showcase. Holiday kitchens, Cookie Stroll, Candlelight Processional (a must!), and cultural celebrations from around the world.
Disney After Hours events are ticketed after-dark experiences available at Walt Disney World parks throughout the year. With significantly smaller crowds than a regular park day, these evening events allow guests to experience popular attractions with virtually no waits — often walking straight onto rides that normally have 60+ minute lines.
Multiple parks host After Hours events on a rotating basis: Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom have all featured these events. Complimentary ice cream novelties, popcorn, and select beverages are included throughout the evening.
Oogie Boogie Bash is Disneyland Resort's answer to Walt Disney World's Halloween party — and it's spectacular. This separately ticketed after-hours event transforms Disney California Adventure into a Halloween playground on select nights from September through October.
Named for the iconic Nightmare Before Christmas villain, the Bash features trick-or-treat trails, exclusive entertainment, rare and villain character experiences, and the beloved "Frightfully Fun Parade" down Buena Vista Street. Costumes are strongly encouraged for all ages.
Disney Cruise Line offers special themed sailings throughout the year, each adding an extra layer of magic to the already extraordinary DCL experience. From Halloween on the High Seas to Very Merrytime Cruises, Star Wars Day at Sea to Marvel Day at Sea — there's a themed sailing for every kind of Disney fan.
These special sailings include exclusive deck parties, themed entertainment, rare character appearances, and limited-edition merchandise you won't find on regular sailings. They book up quickly — let us help you secure your spot.
Disney's international parks host spectacular seasonal celebrations that rival — and in many ways surpass — anything you'll find in the United States. These events blend Disney magic with rich local cultural traditions to create one-of-a-kind experiences.
Tokyo Disney Resort runs some of the most elaborate and beautifully produced seasonal events in the Disney world. The attention to detail — in merchandise, food, costumes, and entertainment — is extraordinary. Both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea receive unique seasonal theming.
Pastel-colored decorations, exclusive Easter-themed merchandise and food, and special parade units fill both parks with spring joy. Tokyo Disneyland's daytime parade during Easter is stunning.
Japanese summer festival traditions — including water theming, Tanabata decorations, and summer-exclusive food — bring a uniquely cultural twist to DisneySea and Disneyland's summer season.
Tokyo's Halloween celebration is famous for its costume culture — guests of all ages dress up in elaborate outfits, creating a visual spectacle unlike any other Disney park. Villain-themed entertainment and exclusive Halloween food round out the experience.
Widely considered one of the most beautiful Christmas celebrations at any Disney park in the world. Tokyo Disneyland's Christmas Fantasy parade and DisneySea's candlelight ceremonies are breathtaking, with elaborate floats, live singing, and glittering lights.
Shanghai Disney Resort brings a uniquely Chinese cultural energy to Disney celebrations, blending Chinese New Year traditions, local artistry, and Disney storytelling in ways that feel wholly original.
Stunning lantern displays, dragon dance performances, and Lunar New Year-themed entertainment transform Shanghai Disney Resort. Disney characters appear in festive traditional attire — unique to this event.
Shanghai's own take on Halloween — featuring villain meet-and-greets, haunted experiences in Adventure Isle, the spectacular "Mickey's Halloween Treat" after-dark event, and exclusive villains merchandise you won't find anywhere else.
Shanghai's winter celebration spans both Christmas and Chinese New Year preparations. The Enchanted Storybook Castle illuminated in holiday lights is a once-in-a-lifetime sight. Exclusive winter food, entertainment, and character experiences throughout the park.
Hong Kong Disneyland's intimate scale makes its seasonal events feel especially immersive and personal. The park has a strong local fanbase, and its Halloween and Christmas celebrations are genuine traditions for Hong Kong families.
One of the most culturally rich Disney New Year celebrations anywhere. Traditional lion dances, wishing tree installations, special food stalls with traditional Hong Kong delicacies, and Disney characters in auspicious red outfits.
HKDL's Halloween event transforms the park each evening with villain-themed entertainment, trick-or-treat trails, and elaborate scare zones. The park's compact layout makes it easy to experience every Halloween element — no rushing required.
Hong Kong Disneyland's Christmas event features the beautiful World of Frozen area dressed in holiday décor, Christmas parade floats, and a Castle of Magical Dreams light show that incorporates Christmas theming. A truly enchanting celebration.