The Park After Dark: A Guide to Magic Kingdom After Hours

🎟️ Buy Magic Kingdom After Hours Tickets ↗️

⏰ Event runs 9:00 PM–midnight (park entry begins at 7:00 PM)

If you’ve ever wished you could walk down Main Street U.S.A. with almost no crowds, ride your favorite attractions over and over, and snack your way through the park without waiting in line, Magic Kingdom After Hours is for you.

This special-ticketed event takes place on select nights after the park closes to day guests. For three glorious hours, the park transforms into a low-crowd, high-magic playground. Popular rides like TRON Lightcycle / Run, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Haunted

Mansion often have wait times under 20 minutes—sometimes you can even walk right on.

But it’s not just about the rides. Your ticket includes unlimited popcorn, ice cream novelties, and bottled drinks! A perk that feels extra magical when you can grab a Mickey bar with no line. Plus, seeing Cinderella Castle glitter under the stars without the usual hustle and bustle is an experience all its own.

Food & Drink 🍿🍦🥤

One of the best perks? Unlimited snacks! Your ticket includes:

• Popcorn (grab as many as you’d like)

• Ice Cream Novelties (Mickey Premium Bars, sandwiches, fruit bars, etc.)

• Bottled Drinks (Coke products + bottled water)

All of these are available at snack carts around the park at no extra cost.

But keep in mind: not everything is free. Quick-service spots and specialty snacks like churros, cupcakes, and Dole Whip are open during the event but sold separately. Think of the included treats as the “Disney classics” that hit the spot while you marathon rides.

FAQ ❓

Do I need a daytime ticket to go?No, a daytime park ticket is not required. Your After Hours ticket is separate. The events begins at 9:00 PM, but you ticket lets you enter Magic Kingdom as early as 7:00 PM, even though the event itself runs after regular closing.

How much are tickets?Prices vary by date but usually run $155–$175 per person (cheaper for annual passholders and DVC members).

What’s included?✔️ 3+ hours of low-crowd park time✔️ Unlimited popcorn, ice cream, and bottled drinks✔️ Access to most attractions and character meets

Are fireworks included?Not usually. If fireworks are scheduled for regular park hours that evening, you can catch them during the 7–9 PM entry window before the event officially begins.

When should I arrive?Plan to enter at 7:00 PM so you get extra time in the park before the exclusive event begins.