Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party: An Orlandoiscool Spooktacular Guide 🎃
- Angie Franklin
- Aug 19
- 11 min read
Updated: Sep 8
🎃 Buy MNSSHP Tickets ↗️
⏰ Party runs 7:00 PM–midnight (park entry starts at 4:00 PM).
Party Entry Info Merchandise Shows & Entertainment Special Attraction Overlays Specialty Food & Beverages
When the sun sets over Magic Kingdom in the fall (lets face it, it starts late summer), Main Street U.S.A. transforms into a glowing pumpkin-lined wonderland. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is more than just costumes and candy; it’s a full night of exclusive entertainment, sweet and savory treats, and Halloween magic you can only find at Walt Disney World. But this separately ticketed event can be a bit hard to navigate and can lead to a lot of questions, so we at Orlandoiscool have put together this guide to help prepare you so you can make the most out of this event!
Main Street
As the sky darkens, the street begins to glow. Find buildings outlined in soft blue, green and purple lights, lampposts adorned with cheerful jack-o’-lanterns, and windows shining with warm, inviting displays. The sound of playful Halloween music drifts through the air making the entire street feel alive with a gentle mix of nostalgia and festivity.
Pick Up Your MNSSHP Wristband
Magic Kingdom Main Entrance
If you don't have a day tickets, your MNSSHP ticket allows you in at 4:00 PM at the designated event queue, where you’ll be given your wristband right after tapping in at the turnstiles—no need to venture elsewhere.
Inside the Park: Four Key Distribution Stations
Adventureland: Across from Pirates of the Caribbean, near Tortuga Tavern.
Fantasyland: Next to Mickey’s PhilharMagic, near the Fantasy Faire area, which exits toward Peter Pan.
Tomorrowland: At Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin
Bewitching Merchandise
Exclusive merchandise ranges from spirit jerseys and Minnie ears to collectible pins and popcorn buckets. Each year’s design is unique, so it’s the perfect excuse to add to your Disney Halloween collection. Don’t miss the glow-in-the-dark goodies and villain-inspired apparel.
Spooky Shows & Entertainment
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
The Sanderson Sisters bring wicked fun to Cinderella Castle with appearances from Disney’s most notorious villains. This show performs at 9:05pm, 10:35pm, and 12:00am (August 15 - September 26) and 7:35pm, 9:05pm, 10:35pm, and 12:00am (September 28 - October 31).🎶
Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade
One of the highlights of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, is the Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade. A Halloween-exclusive spectacle that starts in Frontierland and marches down Main Street U.S.A. each evening at 8:15pm and 11:15pm. It’s widely considered one of Disney’s best parades thanks to its unique floats, rare character appearances, and an incredibly catchy soundtrack.
The parade begins with the Headless Horseman galloping down the parade route. An unforgettable moment that sets a perfectly eerie tone. If seeing Max dance like it’s 1995 is your top priority, Main Street is the place to be! Max dressed as Powerline only performs down Main Street.
Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular
The nighttime fireworks show is one of the most anticipated highlights of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Hosted by Jack Skellington, the show blends dazzling pyrotechnics, castle projections, and a sweeping soundtrack that shifts from eerie to whimsical.
The storyline follows Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy as they explore a haunted house filled with dancing skeletons, ghosts, and Disney villains. Each segment brings the castle to life with detailed projections transforming it into glowing jack-o’-lanterns, haunted forests, and swirling galaxies of color. Meanwhile, fireworks fill the sky in sync with the music, from dramatic bursts of green and orange to sparkling cascades that light up the park.
The Cadaver Dans
Among the most charming live entertainment offerings at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party are the Cadaver Dans, a ghostly version of the beloved Dapper Dans barbershop quartet. Dressed in ghoulish attire with pale makeup and eerie lighting, they appear in Frontierland to serenade guests with Halloween classics and playful Disney tunes reimagined for the season.
Their harmonies bring an atmospheric touch to the party, blending lighthearted spookiness with Disney whimsy. Between songs, they entertain with witty banter and a touch of dark humor, creating an intimate experience that feels very different from the grand scale of the stage shows and parades. You can see them perform in Frontierland intermittently from 7:00pm - 10:55pm.
Rusty Cutlass
If you wander near Adventureland during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, you may stumble across Rusty Cutlass, a lively pirate-themed band that brings swashbuckling energy to the night. Dressed in full pirate garb, they perform a mix of sea shanties, upbeat singalongs, and playful pirate banter.
Zom-Beatz Bash
In Tomorrowland, guests can join the high-energy Zom-Beatz Bash at the Rockettower Plaza
Stage. Inspired by Disney Channel’s Z-O-M-B-I-E-S movies, this interactive dance party features DJs, live performers, and costumed dancers that bring the music to life.
Disney Jr. Jam
For the youngest party guests, Disney Junior Jam inside Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café offers a lively character dance party designed just for kids. Disney Junior Jam is a can’t-miss for families with preschoolers, providing age-appropriate fun and memorable character moments that don’t require long lines or wait times.
DJ Ringmaster
Adding a playful carnival vibe to the evening,
the DJ Ringmaster hosts a lively dance party during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Dressed in a colorful ringmaster outfit, he brings high energy as he spins Halloween-inspired mixes and pop favorites, encouraging guests of all ages to hit the dance floor.
The Hitchhiking Ghost
Coming out to socialize, the iconic Hitchhiking Ghosts come to life during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. While they’re a staple in the parade, they also appear as live performers, delighting guests with playful interactions and hauntingly fun antics.
Dressed in their classic ghostly attire, Phineas with his carpetbag, Ezra tipping his top hat, and Gus clutching his ball and chain. They embody the spirit of The Haunted Mansion while wandering and occasionally posing for photos. Bridging the line between eerie and whimsical, they are often seen on the Frontierland bridge.
Special Attraction Overlays
During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, several Magic Kingdom attractions receive exclusive enhancements that add a seasonal twist:
Space Mountain - The entire ride operates in complete darkness, yes even darker than normal, with a Halloween-inspired soundtrack blasting through the speakers. The effect makes the roller coaster even more thrilling, as every twist and drop comes as a surprise.
Mad Tea Party - The classic teacup ride is bathed in eerie lighting and fog, cycling through deep purples, greens, and oranges while a spooky soundtrack sets the mood.
Haunted Mansion - While the ride itself remains unchanged, live performers outside the attraction enhance the atmosphere. Ghostly hosts linger on the lawn and at the entrance, entertaining guests with witty “spirit” jokes and haunting stares.
Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor - This show is transformed into a family-friendly trick-or-treat stop with a playful overlay. Guests enter the theater, where the resident monsters interact with the audience through their usual comedy routine, but with seasonal jokes.
Specialty Food & Beverages
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party isn’t just about candy. Disney chefs create an array of event-exclusive snacks and drinks themed for the season.
Quick-Service & Snack Locations
Main Street Bakery
Mickey-shaped Cheesecake
Mickey-shaped Cinnamon Roll
Casey's Corner
Chipotle Barbecue Pork & Street Corn Fries, Hot Dog, Mini Corn Dogs
Candy Corn Verrine (New)
Golden Oak Outpost
Cajun Crawfish & Sausage BOOtine (waffle fries, crawfish, andouille sausage gravy, cheese curds)
Beignets from Beyond with cookies & cream dipping sauce
Hot Honey Lemonade (non-alcoholic)
Pecos Bill’s Tall Tale Inn & Café
Buzzard Wings (grilled onions, jalapeños, lime)
Grilled Masa Flatbread (with braised chicken, butternut squash puree…)
Pumpkin Pie Mini Churros
Chocolate‑Caramel Tart
Sleepy Hollow Refreshments
Creepy Kimchi Corn Dog (new)
Pumpkin‑Spiced Funnel Cake Sundae (new)
Madame Leota Séance Candle
Jack Pop & Sally Pop (available after ~8:30 pm)
Spring Roll Cart
Spicy Pork Spring Roll with pineapple mustard (available before fireworks)
Liberty Square Market
Jack Pop & Sally Pop
Pinocchio Village Haus
Phantasmal Fried Pumpkin Ravioli with black garlic aioli (new)
Undead Garlic‑Parmesan Chicken Strips (new)
Captain Hook Treasure Whoopie Pie (new)
Scary Ghost Slushy (non-alcoholic)
The Friar’s Nook
Haunting Jalapeño Ranch Tots (new)
Bowl of Bones (pork wings in Cherry Coca-Cola BBQ sauce)
Buffalo Chicken Hand Pie
Not‑So‑Poison Apple Doughnuts (new)
Storybook Treats
Ursula Cone (wild berry soft-serve in black vanilla cone, with candy coral and cotton candy)
Cheshire Café
Mummy Treat (flaky pastry with chocolate filling and sugar décor)
Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café
Sweet‑and‑Spicy Chicken Strips (Korean BBQ drizzle, black sesame, fried garlic)
Terrifyin’ Twice‑Spiced Chicken Sandwich (hot honey, pepper jack, jalapeño poppers, bacon)
Minnie Witch Hat (cookie with peanut butter mousse & buttercream)
Not A Poisoned Apple Slushy (new, non-alcoholic)
Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies
Candy Bowl Sundae (salted caramel soft‑serve with SNICKERS, TWIX, M&M’s blend)
The Lunching Pad
Jalapeño Popper Dog
Skull Cake (banana cake with dulce de leche)
Table-Service & Fine Dining
Be Our Guest Restaurant (reservations recommended, from 4 pm)
Beef Short Rib with Purple Potatoes
Roasted Beef Marrow Bone
Poulet Rouge Chicken
Pumpkin Crème Caramel
Apple Cider Margarita & Castle Fog cocktails (both new)
Cinderella’s Royal Table (reservations recommended, from 4 pm)
Supernatural Shrimp (Bloody Mary-style)
Beef én Croute
Chicken Roulade with truffles
Creepy Cheesecake
Pumpkin Margarita & Violet Specter cocktails (both new)
From quick-service locations to carts, there are themed treats throughout the park, offering plenty of opportunities to try something new between shows and trick-or-treating.
Map of the Event Highlights
Trick-or-Treat Locations, Allergy Friendly Centers for Token Redemption Locations, Character Meet & Greet, Step-in Photo Frames, and Disney Photo Pass Locations are available throughout the park.
You will find Step-in Photo Frames in near the entrance of Tomorrowland, in Tomorrowland across from Buzz Lightyear, and the entrance to Adventureland. Disney PhotoPass Locations are located in Town Square, near Casey's Corner, in front of the Friend's Statue, entrance between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland, Fantasyland behind the Carousel, at Haunted Mansion Entrance, along the walkway to Liberty Square, and near Sleepy Hallow. The Step-In Photo Frames are available prior to the official party start time, but the special Halloween PhotoPass Locations are at the discretion of the cast member, but typically don't start until the official party.
Special Character Meet & Greets
MNSSHP is the only place you’ll meet rare characters in themed costumes.
Aladdin, Abu, Princess Jasmine, and Genie - Agrabah Bazaar
Alice, Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, Tweedle Dee, and Tweedle Dum - Outside the Mad Tea Party
Anastasia, Drizella, and Lady Tremaine - Fantasyland
Ariel and Eric - Near Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
Belle - Enchanted Tales with Belle Queue
Captain Jack Sparrow - Caribbean Plaza
Cruella De Vil - Market Street, Party Entrance (timing varies on select nights)
Daisy in Halloween Attire - Pete’s Silly Sideshow
Donald Duck in his Halloween Costume - Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Evil Queen - Princess Fairytale Hall Queue
Goofy in Halloween Attire - Pete's Silly Sideshow
Haunted Mansion Residents
Hitchhiking Ghosts - Frontierland Balcony and the Diamond Horseshoe Stage (varies throughout the evening)
Miss Carlotta, Madam Renatta, and Broome the Butler - Haunted Mansion Graveyard
Jack Skellington & Sally - Town Square Theater -This meet & greet starts before the official party at around 4:00pm. You must have your Halloween party wrist band to get in line. The line will be long for this one.
Maleficent - Princess Fairytale Hall Queue
Mickey & Minnie Mouse - Town Square Theater -Mickey and Minnie will not be in Halloween Gear until after 6:00pm.
Mother Gothel - Market Street, Party Entrance (timing varies on select nights)
Pluto - Entrance to Storybook Circus
Pooh as a Bumble Bee, Piglet as a Butterfly, Eeyore as a Clown, and Tigger as a Pirate - Pooh’s Thotful Spot
Romeo McGrowl - Country Bear Musical Jamboree
Shaker, Wendell, and Big Al - Moseying around Frontierland
Stitch in his Rock ‘n’ Roll Costume - Across from Monster’s Inc. Laugh Floor
...And Now for the Trick or Treating
Allergy Friendly Trick or Treating
If you have an allergy, simply receive an allergy-friendly bag from a cast member upon entering the party. This bag will give you the opportunity to receive a token from each Trick-or-Treat Location from a cast member. They do not handle candy to avoid cross-contamination. You will turn in your tokens at a redemption center located at either Main Street Chamber of Commerce until 12:30am, by the exit to the right of the train station, or at Liberty Square Ticket Office until 12:00am.
Trick-or-Treating Locations
Giant Light-Up Inflatable Markers are at the entrance to each Trick-or-Treat Location with the words “Treats”! They’re tall, brightly lit, and visible from a distance even in a crowd, to help your find your way. There are 15 Locations throughout the park:
Main Street, U.S.A.
Market Street Welcome (available until approximately 8:00 PM)
Tortuga Tavern
Enchanted Tiki Room
Sunshine Tree Terrace
Frontierland
Country Bear Musical Jamboree
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Liberty Square
The Diamond Horseshoe
Tomorrowland
Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress
Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor
Near TRON Lightcycle/Run
Fantasyland (Storybook Circus zone)
Fantasyland Train Station
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Gaston’s Tavern
Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Princess Fairytale Hall
🎃 Is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Worth It?
For most guests, the answer is a resounding yes—if you go in with a plan. The ticket price is between $119 - $219 each, depending on the day, and you won’t be able to do absolutely everything in one night, but what you do get is unlike anything during regular park hours:
Exclusive Entertainment — The Boo-to-You Parade, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, and Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks are some of the best shows Disney puts on all year.
Unique Character Meets — Rare characters like Jack & Sally, plus Mickey and friends in costumes you won’t see outside the party.
Seasonal Ride Overlays — Classic attractions like Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Mad Tea Party get fun, party-only twists.
All the Candy You Can Carry — Trick-or-treat trails throughout the park, with Cast Members especially generous later in the night.
Atmosphere & Extras — From the Cadaver Dans’ eerie harmonies to glowing Main Street lights, the park feels completely transformed.
✨ The real key? Pick your must-do experiences (your “Top 5”) and enjoy them without stressing about the rest. If you love Halloween, Disney magic, and a night that mixes both in a way no one else can, then yes—it’s worth it.
👻 When It Might Not Be Worth It
While Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is magical, it’s not for everyone. Here are some reasons why guests sometimes feel the price doesn’t match the experience:
The Cost 💸Tickets are pricey—especially for families or larger groups. If you’re already spending full days in the parks, the extra cost can feel steep.
You Can’t Do Everything ⏰Even with a plan, there’s simply not enough time to see every show, ride every overlay, meet every character, and trick-or-treat everywhere. Guests who expect to “do it all” may leave feeling rushed.
Crowds 👥Although the party has limited attendance, it can still feel crowded—especially along the parade route and in front of the castle. Families with little kids might find the congestion stressful.
Late Night Hours 🌙The party runs until midnight. For families with young children, it can be tough to keep everyone happy, awake, and enjoying themselves for the full event.
Day Guests vs. Party Guests 🎟️If you’ve already spent all day in the park, adding the party at night can lead to exhaustion and less enjoyment. Some guests say it’s better suited as a standalone evening event rather than tacked onto a long park day.
🎃 Picking Your Top 5: The Real Trick to the Treat
Here’s the honest truth: you can’t do it all. Between the parades, fireworks, shows, ride overlays, trick-or-treating, photo ops, rare character meets, and all the special food, you’d need two nights (and a time-turner) to squeeze in everything.
And that’s okay.
The trick to really enjoying Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is choosing your Top 5 must-dos before the night begins. Maybe that’s catching the Boo-to-You Parade, trying the Minnie Witch Hat dessert treat, meeting Jack & Sally, riding Space Mountain in total darkness, and dancing at Zom-Beatz. Or maybe it’s all about candy, candy, candy (no judgment).
By narrowing down what matters most to you, you take the pressure off and actually enjoy the party without sprinting across the park like you’re in a Halloween-themed marathon. Anything else you fit in feels like a bonus.
So, grab your wristband, stuff that candy bag, and pick your five. Because the magic of this party isn’t about doing it all—it’s about making memories you’ll actually remember.
FAQ's
Can I wear a costume? YES! During regular park hours children under 14 are allowed to wear costumes, but adults are not. However, during this party Adults are welcome to dress up for the Halloween fun, with some rules to ensure guest safety and keep the experience family-friendly:
Length & Fit: Costumes may not drag on the ground. Floor-length gowns, capes, or trailing outfits are not permitted. Capes must end at or above the waist.
Masks: Adults (ages 14+) cannot wear masks that cover the face. Face paint is also limited to small, non-obstructive designs.
Visibility & Safety: Costumes must allow full visibility of the eyes and not obstruct movement. Props or accessories cannot be sharp, dangerous, or resemble real weapons.
Theming: Disney encourages creative and Disney-inspired costumes, but adults cannot pose as Disney characters or sign autographs to avoid confusion with official Cast Members.
Security Checks: All costumes and props are subject to screening at security checkpoints.
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