Posted on August 04, 2026
Disney fans will surely agree: it's never too early to celebrate Christmas. The decorations and joyful atmosphere make the Yuletide season special, especially at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Soak in the Christmas magic and have a blast at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom® Park.
More dance parties, exclusive merchandise, and special snacks will also be offered. Let’s discover the merriest Christmas party in town!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event celebrated at Magic Kingdom® Park. It’s a fun and festive event to honor the holiday season with fun shows, magical decorations, a cheerful atmosphere, and tasty snacks.
You can enjoy Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2026 on select nights from Sunday, November 8, to Friday, December 22.
NOTE : You can start celebrating the holidays early! If you're planning to have a blast at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you can arrive as early as 4:00 p.m. The main party starts at 7:00 p.m., but you can get there three hours before and enjoy the festive vibe at Magic Kingdom® Park.
Save the date! Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will go on sale on July 9. This is for guests of a Disney Resorts Collection hotel, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green®.
Discount tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will soon be available at Great Work Perks! Stay tuned!
Get ready for some awesome Christmas fun and enchanting party nights with these fantastic events and activities:
Embrace the holiday spirit with your favorite Disney friends! During the party, you'll have special opportunities to meet Disney characters. Here are some of the Disney friends you can definitely look for around the park at party time.
Princess Fairytale Hall
Town Square Theater
Now is a great time to meet Santa at Santa’s Christmas Carnival! Get your holiday wish list ready and come by Storybook Circus to hang out with your favorite buddy from the North Pole. It’s right next to Dumbo the Flying Elephant and The Barnstormer, making it an awesome spot for young families.
In addition to meeting Santa, you can also participate in fun crafts and meet other cheerful friends who are filled with holiday spirit.
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade is the perfect holiday parade. It has dancing gingerbread figures, fun dancers, happy toy soldiers, joyful music, and nice smells. Enjoy the holiday spirit as you see your favorite Disney characters dressed for Christmas. Stay for a special visit from Santa, who will spread cheer and wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
REMINDER : Guests can discover numerous excellent locations to view the parade as it proceeds from Frontierland to Main Street, U.S.A.
Minnie Mouse is hosting a night show that showcases popular holiday songs like “Deck the Halls” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” The show features incredible fireworks, castle projections, and fantastic light effects. Cinderella Castle will be all dressed up with vibrant holiday displays, perfectly synced to music and fireworks. You can hang out with the elves in front of the castle to check out the projections, or you can catch the fireworks from various spots around Magic Kingdom® Park. You’ll get awesome views from areas like Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland.
Enjoy fireworks at Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Parties , which cost extra and include tasty treats and great views.
In this lively performance at Cinderella Castle, Disney friends showcase why this is the happiest time of the year. You'll find yourself tapping your feet to joyful songs as live performers and beloved characters like Clarabelle Cow, Daisy Duck, and Woody from Toy Story appear throughout the show. Get ready to groove!
Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and the snowgies at Cinderella Castle for the Frozen Holiday Surprise! Enjoy dancing with friends and DJs at various park spots. Don’t hold back your moves; the coolest Disney crew will be there!
Get ready for a super fun and festive makeover of classic rides and attractions at Magic Kingdom® Park! Your favorite chill and thrill spots are getting colorful, holiday-themed updates! Experience the magic of Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Mad Tea Party, Jungle Cruise, Monsters, Inc., and Laugh Floor in a whole new way.
Below are some of the rides and attractions that will be open during the party.
We'll keep you updated with the latest list of holiday rides at Magic Kingdom® Park.
At the party, guests can grab special items at the Emporium to make their holidays even more fun. Keep an eye out for the cool holiday wearables that are coming soon!
The fun continues with various cookies, holiday drinks, and more at select spots in Magic Kingdom® Park, included in your ticket. These make tasty holiday snacks while you enjoy the decorations. Find these treats on the holiday party maps at the park entrance and the My Disney Experience App.
Walt Disney World® Resort will have a special themed menu for a festive feast, showcasing tasty dishes along with amazing desserts and drinks. Stay tuned!
With just over a hundred days until Christmas, it's time to make our plans and infuse a bit of Disney magic into our favorite season. Walt Disney World® Resort yuletide fun is approaching, and the dates and details for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party have been officially announced.
Keep an eye out for more updates and surprises heading your way soon! Remember to grab your discounted tickets in the weeks or just a few days before the party at Walt Disney World® Resort. Mickey and his friends are super excited to see you. Start working on your Christmas list and get ready to have a great time! We can't wait to see you at the Most Magical Place on Earth this holiday season, friends!
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