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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Candlelight Processional Go on Hiatus

It came as no great surprise that Walt Disney World announced yesterday that Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Castle Dream Lights, Jingle Bell Jingle BAM! and Candlelight Processional at EPCOT will not be taking place this year. As expected, physical distancing requirements and limitations on mass gatherings make those events impossible to host.

Although the main holiday events will be missing in 2020, Disney did announce that beginning November 6th and running through December 30th this year, guests will still be able to enjoy festive décor, themed merchandise, seasonal food & beverage offerings and entertainment all across Walt Disney World Resort.

In the announcement Walt Disney World stated that the parks will continue the cavalcades that were introduced when the parks re-opened in July, this time with seasonal twists celebrating the holidays. The very popular Toy Soldiers will join the Main Street Philharmonic for one of the seasonal mini-parades at the Magic Kingdom.

When night falls,Disney plans of presenting  special projection effects that will give a festive look to Cinderella Castle this year. The appearance of the iconic castle will be transformed with a rotating series of designs including a whimsical Christmas sweater and a regal overlay of red, green and gold ornamentation.

Minnie Mouse will also be hosting a yuletide gathering for all her friends at Hollywood & Vine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios beginning November 6th. Santa Goofy will also be there..

Beginning November 27th, EPCOT will  be celebrating highlights from the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Holiday kitchens will be returning around World Showcase promenade with favorites like American Holiday Table featuring Slow-roasted Turkey with Stuffing and Bavaria Holiday Kitchen with dishes like Cheese Fondue in a Bread Bowl.

Inside the World Showplace, JOYFUL!, will present a journey through R&B, Gospel, contemporary and traditional Christmas and holiday music. Also, the Voices of Liberty will perform at the America Gardens Theatre stage for a special concert of favorite carols and songs of the season.

At the resorts, decor will be on full display, but gingerbread displays will not be present this year.

At Disney Spring snowfall will occur each night within Town Center, West Side and The Landing. In addition, Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar will transform into Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar with a limited-time menu of festive favorites. The Tree Trail will not be returning, but the trees will be spread throughout the property.

Finally, Santa Claus will wave to guests as he makes pop-up appearances at each park, as well as Disney Springs,  but will not be available for meet and greets. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, for example, he will sail down Discovery River on a special flotilla.

Walt Disney World Announces Magic Kingdom Attractions Getting New Holiday Twists for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

What is better than Christmas in July?  Christmas in July news for Walt Disney World!

For the first time during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, some Magic Kingdom attractions will be receiving special enhancements just for the holidays!

In Tomorrowland, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor will have a new show as the crew is putting some “Ha Ha Ha” in their “Ho Ho Ho” into the show.  

When guests get behind the wheel at the Tomorrowland Speedway, they’ll find that they will be cruising a festive freeway filled with thousands of lights and stylized décor.  Space Mountain launches will be launching guests on a trippy jaunt through the cosmos, filled with dazzling lighting and high-energy holiday tunes.

The Mad Tea Party in Fantasyland becomes a wild and wacky Christmas party, as guests spin their teacups to one of four new holiday combos of lights and music.

Also happening will be the brand new “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” show.  Of course there will be plenty of returning favorites like “A Frozen Holiday Wish,” “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” “A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas,” Club Tinsel, the Disney Junior Jingle Jam and “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade,” not to mention the complimentary treats and a magical snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A.

Walt Disney World Posts Entertainment Line-Up and Schedules for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place tomorrow November 9th at the Magic Kingdom, and Disney has posted all the entertainment schedules and treat locations to help your planning.

There is a new twist this year, with the park closing to day guests at 6pm.

Entertainment

  • A Frozen Holiday Wish – 6:15 PM, 8:15 pm
  • Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration on the castle stage – 7:40 PM, 9:25 pm, 10:30 PM, 11:55 pm
  • Club Tinsel dance party at Cosmic Ray’s – 7 PM to Midnight
  • A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas on The Rockettower Plaza Stage – 7:45 PM, 8:35 PM, 9:25 PM, 10:45 PM, 11:35 PM
  • VoicePlay on the Rockettower Plaza Stage – 8:10 PM, 9 PM, 10:20 PM, 11:10 PM
  • Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade beginning in Frontierland – 8:30 PM and 11 PM
  • Holiday Wishes – 10 PM
  • The Reindeer Wranglers (Frontierland) – 7:15 PM, 8:05 PM, 9:30 PM, 10:30 PM, 11:45 PM

Holiday Treat Locations

Complimentary treats are available until midnight at:

  • Sno-cone and snowman soft pretzel at Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland
  • Eggnog and Ginger Molasses Cookie at Ticket Office in Liberty Square
  • Silky Smooth Dove chocolate and sparkling apple cider at Friar’s Nook in Fantasyland
  • Nesquik chocolate milk and peppermint crunch cookie at Pete’s Silly Sideshow Storybook Circus in Fantasyland
  • Hot chocolate, apple cider and a variety of cookies at Pinocchio’s Village Haus
  • Santa Claus cookie and Sno-cone at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies in Tomorrowland
  • Hot chocolate and Snickerdoodle cookie at Cosmic Ray’s Cafe.

Characters Meet and Greets

Main Street U.S.A.

  • Santa Claus, Mickey Mouse

Adventureland

  • Aladdin, Jasmine, genie and Abu, Captain Jack Sparrow, Moana, Peter Pan

Fronteriland

  • Country Bears

Liberty Square

  • Jack Skellington as Sandy Claws

Fantasyland

  • Ariel and Prince Eric, rapunzel and Flynn, Cinderella and Prince Charming, Belle, Pooh and Friends, Seven Dwarfs,Snow White and Prince, Aurora and Prince Phillip, Elena of Avalor, Minnie Mouse, Scrooge McDuck, Donald and Daisy, Santa Goofy, Mary Poppins and Bert, Tiana and Naveen.

Tomorrowland

  • Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps

Attractions Operating During Party

Main Street U.S.A.

  • Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom
  • Town Square Theater

Adventureland

  • Swiss Family Treehouse
  • The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
  • Jingle Cruise
  • Pirates of the Caribbean

Frontierland

  • Splash Mountain (from November 17)
  • Big Thunder Mountain
  • Country Bear Jamboree

Liberty Square

  • Haunted Mansion

Fantasyland

  • it’s a small world
  • Peter Pan’s Flight
  • Prince Charming Regal Carousel
  • Princess Fairytale Hall
  • The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
  • Mad Tea Party
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
  • Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
  • Dumbo
  • Barnstormer

Tomorrowland

  • Tomorrowland Speedway
  • Space Mountain
  • Astro Orbiter
  • Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
  • Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
  • Monsters Inc. laugh Floor (to 10pm)

Speciality Foods

  • Main Street Bakery serves a Holiday Mickey cinnamon roll, yule log, peppermint cupcake
  • Sleepy Hollow serves a Sandy Claws dessert, red velvet Mickey waffles

Restaurants Operating Party

Main Street U.S.A.

  • Main Street Bakery
  • Plaza Ice Cream
  • Casey’s Corner
  • The Crystal Palace (to 8pm)

Adventureland

  • Aloha Isle

Frontierland

  • Pecos Bill
  • Westward Ho

Liberty Square

  • Columbia Harbor House (to 8pm)
  • Sleepy Hollow
  • Liberty Square Market (to 9pm)

Fantasyland

  • Storybook Treats
  • Be Our Guest Restaurant
  • Gaston’s Tavern (to 10pm)

Tomorrowland

  • Cosmic Ray’s Starlight cafe (to 11pm)
  • The Lunching Pad

Walt Disney World Announces an Ultimate Christmas Package

Can you put a price on Christmas happiness at the theme parks? Disney can, and it’s packaged up as a hotel and park ticket deal called Ultimate Disney Christmas.

The new deal is for stays at select Disney hotels from Dec. 21-26 that include four days of theme park tickets and access to special events.

The price for all of this can run a family of four as low as $139 per person per night or a total of $2,775, according to Disney’s website. That’s specifically if a room at Coronado Springs Resort was booked and the price is for two adults, one child ages 10-17 and one child ages 3-9.

Other price points quoted include $3,721 for that same family to stay at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa or $3,777 for stays at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.

While exactly which rooms at which resorts beyond these three aren’t listed, it does include select moderate, deluxe or deluxe villa resort options. It excludes three-bedroom villas, the Cabins at Copper Creek Villas, Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.

Each person gets a four-day theme park ticket with Park Hopper option. It also includes tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom on Dec. 21, exclusive night access to Disney’s new Pandora — The World of Avatar at Animal Kingdom on Dec. 22, a character experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Dec. 23, Christmas Eve dinner at Epcot and a holiday gift in your room on Christmas Day.

While the deal does include the tickets, which are designed to work with the crammed holiday itinerary, they technically don’t need to be used until Dec. 31, 2018, and all four days need to be used within 14 days of the first use. Check in is Thursday, and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is that night. Check out is Tuesday, the day after Christmas.

Details can be found at https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/ultimate-christmas/details/ but booking has to be done before Dec. 10 and either through a travel agent or by calling Disney vacation help at 407-939-7886.

Magic Kingdom Testing Earlier Closing Time for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Disney will be testing revised park closing times on Magic Kingdom Party nights this year in an attempt to improve the arrival experience for party guests.

According to multiple sources, on nights when the Magic Kingdom is hosting Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the park will close this year at 6 PM to day guests.

The party will begin as normal at 7 PM, but only guests with tickets to the party will be able to ride attractions after 6 PM. Day guests will still be able to shop and dine until 7 PM however.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party has not announced the use of revised hours as of yet, and is scheduled to close at 7 PM for day guests.

Tickets Now on Sale for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Heading to the Magic Kingdom this fall? Don’t miss out on our guest-favorite Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will start earlier than ever this year, with parties running on Aug. 25 & 29; Sept. 1, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 & 29; Oct. 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29 & 31; and Nov. 1. The event will feature trick-or-treating, the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular stage show, Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade and “Happy HalloWishes.” Guests of all ages are also welcome to dress up for the party (check the park costuming guidelines here).

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will be held Nov. 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 26 & 28; and Dec. 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21 & 22. The party will feature Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, “Holiday Wishes,” “A Frozen Holiday Wish,” and much more.

  • Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – Advance ticket prices starting at $74 for adults and $69 for children (3-9).
  • Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party – Advance ticket prices starting at $89 for adults and $84 for children (3-9).

For more information and to order tickets, head to Disneyworld.com, call 407-W-DISNEY or contact your travel agent. You’ll want to get these tickets early, because certain popular dates may sell out fast. Reservations for event-night dining and dessert parties will open later this summer.

Walt Disney World Releases Dates for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Walt Disney World has released the official dates for the 2017 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

Ticket and pricing information is still to be made available.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

There are more party nights for 2017, along with dates beginning as early as August.

  • August 25 and 29
  • September 1, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29
  • October 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29 and 31
  • November 1

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

  • November 8, 9, 12, 14, 16, 17, 26 and 28
  • December 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21 and 22

Dessert Parties and Dining Reservations Now Available for Holiday Party Nights

Summer may have just officially begun, but at Walt Disney World Resort, we’re already preparing to fill Magic Kingdom Park with frightful delights and deck the halls this holiday season! Whether you’re heading to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this fall or Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this winter, make the evening even more magical with these delicious additions.

There are no tricks, just treats during the HalloWishes Fireworks Dessert Premium Package, available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, select nights from September 2 to October 31. This frightfully fun package begins with reserved viewing of Mickey’s “Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade on Main Street U.S.A. and is followed by a private fireworks dessert party at Tomorrowland Terrace. Enjoy Halloween-themed confections while you take in the spectacular Happy HalloWishes fireworks.

mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party-boo-to-you-parade

If you’re planning on attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, have a holly jolly time at the Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party, select nights from November 7 to December 22. Take in Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade with reserved viewing on Main Street U.S.A., afterwards, take in fa-la-la-fantastic views of Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks while enjoying festive treats at a private dessert party at Tomorrowland Terrace.

Dinner reservations for The Crystal Palace Restaurant, Be Our Guest Restaurant and Cinderella’s Royal Table are also now available for party nights.

A valid ticket to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is required to attend the fireworks dessert parties or to make dining reservations on event nights. Reservations can be made by visiting DisneyWorld.com/dine or calling 407-WDW-DINE.

Tickets for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Now on Sale

Tickets are now on sale for both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

Following the changes that Disney made to the single day park tickets earlier this year, both party nights are using tiered pricing, with different prices depending on the date.

Along with the more complex pricing structure, there are significant price increases across the board for both events.

Discounts are available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members, along with discounts for advance purchase.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2016

DCL - Halloween

The least expensive advance purchase adult Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party ticket is $72, and the most expensive is $105. The majority of nights are $91.

As a comparison, in 2015, the cheapest was $68 and the most expensive ticket was $87, the most common price was $74 for an advance purchase adult.

September 2016 – 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 29, 30
October 2016 – 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31

Advance Purchase Pricing

September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 25 – Adults $72, Child $67
September 29, 30 – Adults $79, Child $74
October 2, 6 – Adults $86, Child $81
October 4, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 – Adults $91, Child $86

Same Day Purchase Pricing

September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 25 – Adults $79, Child $74
September 23 – Adults $85, Child $80
September 29, 30 – Adults $88, Child $83
October 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30 – Adults $95, Child $90
October 31 – Adults $105, Child $100

Annual Passholder Advance Pricing

September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 25 – Adult $67, Child $62
September 23 – Adult $78, Child $73
September 29, 30 – Adult $73, Child $68
October 2, 3 – Adult $80, Child $75

Disney Vacation Club Advance Pricing

September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 25 – Adult $67, Child $62
September 23 – Adult $78, Child $73
September 29, 30 – Adult $72, Child $68
October 2, 6 – Adult $80, Child $75
October 4, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2016

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party pricing will begin at $86 for an adult advance purchase, up to $99 closer to Christmas.

In 2015, the cheapest ticket was $74, and the most expensive $82 for advance purchase adult.

November 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29
December 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22

Advance Purchase Pricing

November 10, 13 – Adult $86, Child $81
November 18, 27, 29 – Adult $92, Child $87
December 2, 4, 6, 8, 11, 13 – Adult $91, Child $86

Same Day Purchase Pricing

November 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15 – Adult $91, Child $86
December 1 – Adult $91, Child $86
November 18, 27, 29 – Adult $96, Child $91
December 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15 – Adult $96, Child $91
December 16, 18, 22 – Adult $99, Child $94

Annual Passholder Advance Pricing

November 7, 8, 11, 15 – Adult $84, Child $79
November 10, 13 – Adult $79, Child $74
December 1 – Adult $84, Child $79

Disney Vacation Club Advance Pricing

November 7, 8, 11, 15 – Adult $84, Child $79
December 1 – Adult $84, Child $79
November 10, 13 – Adult $79, Child $74
November 18, 27, 29 – Adult $89, Child $84
December 6 – Adult $89, Child $84

How to Buy

Tickets can be purchased online now for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.

Walt Disney World Announces Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2016 Dates

Join Mickey at this festive winter celebration for live entertainment, spectacular fireworks and an oh-so-jolly holiday parade.

Here Come Mickey and Santa

Start planning for a marvelous gathering with family, friends and some familiar Disney faces!When Mickey celebrates the season, Magic Kingdom parklights up with excitement for Guests of all ages. Cinderella Castle shimmers. Joyful music fills the air. Disney Characters don their most festive attire. Favorite attractions take on a holiday theme. And enchanting surprises lie around almost every turn!

Held on select evenings, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is currently scheduled to take place on the following dates in 2016:

  • November 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27 and 29
  • December 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18 and 22

For more information, be sure to check back again in the near future!

Please note: separate admission is required for this special event.

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