Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 Guide

August 17, 2025

2026 season update: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party took place at Magic Kingdom on select nights from August 7 through October 31, 2026. All 2026 party dates have now concluded.

This guide reviews the 2026 celebration and offers ideas for planning a future Halloween visit. Future dates, prices, characters and entertainment may differ. See Disney’s official Halloween party page for announcements before making plans.

Quick Answer: What is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is a separately ticketed Halloween event at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. The 2026 party ran on select nights from August 7 through October 31 and featured Disney characters, trick-or-treating, the Boo-To-You parade and Halloween fireworks. All 2026 dates have ended. This Fairytale Journeys Travel guide includes the 2026 party dates, character information and both sides of the party map as a downloadable PDF.

2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Maps

When Was Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2026?

The 2026 party ran on select nights from August 7 through October 31. These dates are historical and are not available to book.

August: 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
September: 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29
October: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31

Source: Disney’s 2026 party announcement. Do not use this calendar to select dates for a future year.

Character Experiences at MNSSHP 2026

Disney’s 2026 announcement included Jack Skellington and Sally, Mickey and Minnie together at Town Square Theater, Pooh, Ariel and Eric, and Aladdin and Jasmine. Character lineups and locations can change between seasons.

For a future visit, choose your family’s most important character experiences first, then check that year’s official map and the My Disney Experience app. Leave room in your evening for queues and breaks rather than trying to meet every character.

Pro Tip: A character appearing in a parade or stage show does not guarantee a meet-and-greet. Check the event-year map for greeting locations before promising a particular character experience to your family.

Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade

The 2026 parade featured the Headless Horseman, Haunted Mansion characters and Disney friends in Halloween costumes. Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck and Clarabelle Cow appeared dressed as the Sanderson Sisters.

For a future visit, check that season’s parade schedule and route. Pick a viewing spot with enough room for your family, and allow time to get there before the parade begins.

Pro Tip: If your event offers more than one parade, choose the performance that fits your children’s energy and bedtime. Check the published schedule for your date rather than relying on an older guide.

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular

The Sanderson Sisters and Disney villains performed at Cinderella Castle Stage during the 2026 party. Showtimes should be checked against the map for your specific event year and date.

Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks

Jack Skellington hosted the 2026 fireworks spectacular, combining fireworks and projections at Cinderella Castle. For a future visit, confirm the event-night schedule before choosing your viewing spot.

Music and Dance Parties in 2026

A Masquerade with Stitch: Stitch, Lilo and Angel brought a costume-themed celebration to Rockettower Plaza Stage.
Destination DescenDANCE: A dance party at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café.
The Cadaver Dans: Halloween barbershop performances in Frontierland.

Trick-or-Treating

Candy stops were part of the 2026 celebration. Treat-bag designs, candy selections and locations can change by year; the 2025 bag pictured below is a historical photo.

For guests with food allergies, Disney’s 2026 guidance described teal treat bags and designated allergy-friendly candy centers. Consult Disney’s event-year guidance and speak with a Cast Member about your needs.

Candy trails are located throughout all six lands, marked on the official event map.
Allergy-friendly treats available at designated stations.

Pro Tip: Trick-or-treat later in the evening—lines are shorter, and cast members are more generous as the night winds down.

Planning for Jack Skellington and Sally

Jack and Sally were included in Disney’s 2026 character announcement. Do not rely on a previous year’s greeting location when planning a future visit: confirm the location on your event-year map.

If this is a must-do experience for your family, decide how much of the evening you want to spend in line and choose a backup activity. An advisor can help you balance character priorities with shows, attractions and breaks.

Pro Tip: Lines for Jack & Sally are among the longest of the event. Get in line early (even before the party officially starts at 7:00 PM) if meeting them is a top priority.

Pro Tips for First-Time Guests

Enter at 4:00 PM to maximize park time before the party begins.
Save trick-or-treating until later in the evening for shorter waits (and fuller candy bags).
Mobile order dinner by 6:30 PM to avoid long food lines once the party starts.
Don’t miss the castle projections on Main Street at closing—the perfect Halloween photo op.
Bring a portable charger—between photos, using the event map on your phone, and mobile ordering, batteries drain fast.