Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party Guide & Map 2025
- Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
- Jul 1
- 14 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
✨ Updated August 16, 2025: All character locations, treat trails, and entertainment are now confirmed from the first party of the season! 🎃 Our 2025 MNSSHP map + cheat sheet has been refreshed with every detail, and we’ll continue updating throughout the fall as new info rolls in.
🎃 Spooky season has officially crept into Walt Disney World, and that means Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is back! Our ultimate 2025 guide has everything you need to plan the perfect night at Magic Kingdom — including the latest party map and downloadable cheat sheet, exclusive character meet and greets, parade viewing tips, treat trails, and more confirmed from the first party (August 15, 2025). Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned ghostly guest, this MNSSHP guide will help you make the most of every spellbinding moment. 👻
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Don’t forget to download our free printable 2025 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Map & Cheat Sheet to take the magic on the go!
✨ What’s New for MNSSHP 2025
✨ What’s New for MNSSHP 2025
Mickey & Minnie Together on Main Street – For the first time, Mickey and Minnie meet together inside Town Square Theater in their Halloween costumes.
Jack Skellington & Sally Revamped – Jack has a more expressive new look, while Sally debuts a refreshed design.
ZOM-BEATZ BASH Dance Party – A high-energy new bash in Tomorrowland inspired by Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires.
Storybook Circus Transformed – The entire land gets a spooky circus overlay with themed décor, new Halloween decorations, a DJ ringmaster, circus performers, treat stops, and character meet-and-greets (Pluto at the entrance, Daisy & Goofy inside Pete’s Silly Sideshow).
Mother Gothel Debuts – See her in the Boo-To-You Parade and during the Market Street welcome as you enter the party.
🍬 New Party-Exclusive Eats – Try debuts like the Candy Corn Verrine and Magic Potion Slushy, plus returning favorites including the Mickey-shaped Cheesecake and Madame Leota Séance Candle. 👉 See the full 2025 Food Guide »
Expanded Treat Trails – Two new stops in Storybook Circus (near the Fantasyland Train Station and Dumbo) bring the total to 14 trick-or-treat trails, with several refreshed locations and even full-sized candy bars at select stops! 🎉 👉 See details in our Trick-or-Treat section below.
New Halloween decorations in Storybook Circus Mother Gothel Debuts – See her in the Boo-To-You Parade and during the Market Street welcome as you enter the party.
🍬 New Party-Exclusive Eats – Try debuts like the Candy Corn Verrine and Magic Potion Slushy, plus returning favorites including the Mickey-shaped Cheesecake and Madame Leota Séance Candle.
Expanded Treat Trails – Two new stops in Storybook Circus (near the Fantasyland Train Station and Dumbo) bring the total to 14 trick-or-treat trails, with several refreshed locations and even full-sized candy bars at select stops! 🎉 👉 See details in our Trick-or-Treat section below.
👉 Read more in our full Trick-or-Treat section below.
This separately ticketed event at Magic Kingdom transforms the park into a fall fantasy, complete with exclusive entertainment, candy-filled trick-or-treat trails, rare character meet and greets, and spooky overlays on classic attractions. ✨ We’ll continue to update this guide with all the new 2025 party details as they’re announced—so be sure to check back for the latest magic straight from Disney!
We’ve been to the party multiple times (and have the fun candy bars to prove it 😜), so this guide blends all the latest 2025 details with our best tried-and-true tips to help you make the most of every hauntingly magical moment.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Download our free MNSSHP 2025 Party Map with all the can't-miss details in one place. It includes the parade route, trick-or-treat trails, character meet & greets, showtimes, dance party locations, and more! 👉Grab it Here
🎃 Quick Jump Menu
What is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party?
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) is a beloved separate ticket at Magic Kingdom filled with Halloween-themed fun for all ages. You’ll find:
Exclusive entertainment (Boo-To-You Parade, fireworks, stage shows)
Trick-or-treating across the park
Rare character meet and greets
Unique PhotoPass opportunities
Halloween overlays on select attractions
Special event food, drinks, and merchandise
Costumes are encouraged—even for adults—and you’ll experience Magic Kingdom in a whole new (spookier) light.
2025 Dates & Ticket Info
Dates:
August: 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29
September: 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30
October: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 31
Party Hours: The official party hours are 7:00 PM – Midnight but MNSSHP party-goers can enter Magic Kingdom Early starting at 4:00 PM
***Sold out dates as of August 15, 2025: August 17,19, 22, and 29 September 12. October 10, and 31.
Ticket Pricing:
Range from $119–$199 plus tax
DVC Members & Annual Passholders save $10 on select August/September dates
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Enter at 4 PM to enjoy three bonus hours in the park before the party officially begins.
🎟️ MNSSHP Entry & Wristbands
Guests with a party ticket can enter Magic Kingdom starting at 4:00 PM—but you’ll need to grab a wristband to stay for the festivities once the event begins at 7 PM.
Here’s how to get yours:
Entering with a party ticket at 4 PM? You’ll be directed to the far-right turnstiles and receive your MNSSHP wristband as you enter. You’ll also walk through a special path where you’ll get your trick-or-treat bag and first candy stop.
Already inside the park as a day guest? No problem. You can pick up your wristband at these in-park locations:
Tomorrowland – In front of Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
Fantasyland – Near Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Adventureland – Tortuga Tavern, across from Pirates of the Caribbean
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Without a wristband, you’ll be asked to leave once the party starts—so don’t forget to grab it!
Costumes at the Party
Adults can wear costumes at MNSSHP! Disney’s usual costume rules are relaxed:
No masks for adults
Capes or skirts must not drag on the ground
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Florida = hot and humid, even in October. Think light, breathable, and rain-friendly.
🎭 Character Meet & Greets
Meeting rare and costumed characters is one of the biggest highlights of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Many start greeting earlier than the official 7 PM party time, so plan ahead if you want to catch your favorites. Meet and Greets start at 7pm unless otherwise noted.
Jack Skellington & Sally — Main Street U.S.A. in Town Square Theater (start around 4:10 PM).
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Jack and Sally are the most popular meet & greet at MNSSHP. Get in line well before the party starts if you want to see them without a marathon wait.
Mickey & Minnie Mouse — Main Street U.S.A. in Town Square Theater
Daisy, Goofy, Pluto —In Storybook Circus
Donald Duck — In Fantasyland near Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Winnie the Pooh & Friends — In adorable Halloween costumes (start meeting around 6:15 PM) near Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.
Alice, Mad Hatter, Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum, Queen of Hearts — Fantasyland near .
Mirabel & Bruno — Fantasyland in the Fairytale Garden
Ariel & Prince Eric — Fantasyland near Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid.
Belle — Fantasyland near Enchanted Tales with Belle
Gaston — Fantasyland, strutting and posing for dramatic photo ops near Gaston's Tavern.
Aladdin & Jasmine and friends plus Jafar— Adventureland near The Magic Carpets of Aladdin.
Pirate Jack Sparrow — Adventureland near Pirates of the Caribbean.
Stitch (as Elvis) — A party favorite in Tomorrowland.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Prioritize your must-see characters early. Lines for rare characters (like Pooh & Friends or the Alice group) can stretch to 45+ minutes later in the night and Jack Skellington & Sally can be upwards of 2 hours.
😈 Disney Villains at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025
One of the biggest draws of the MNSSHP is the chance to see Disney Villains take over Magic Kingdom. While not every villain has a formal meet-and-greet, you’ll spot them roaming, greeting, or starring in parades and shows throughout the night. Cruella de Vil, Maleficent and the Evil Queen were some of our favorite last year.
👋 Villains You’ll See Around the Park
Cruella de Vil — Roaming with fabulous flair.
Queen of Hearts — Fantasyland with Alice in Wonderland
Lady Tremaine & the Stepsisters — Roaming in Fantasyland with hilarious banter.
Maleficent — Princess Fairytale Hall Trick or Treat Trail.
Evil Queen — Princess Fairytale Hall Trick or Treat Trail.
Jafar — Adventureland with Aladdin & Jasmine.
Mother Gothel — New for 2025, greets in the Market Street bypass before the party starts.
🎃 Villains in the Boo-To-You Parade (2025 Lineup)
Oogie Boogie (The Nightmare Before Christmas)
Cruella de Vil (101 Dalmatians)
Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland)
Lady Tremaine & The Stepsisters (Cinderella)
Evil Queen (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)
Captain Hook & Mr. Smee (Peter Pan)
Ursula with Flotsam & Jetsam (The Little Mermaid)
Horace & Jasper (101 Dalmatians)
Anastasia & Drizella (Cinderella)
Pain & Panic (Hercules)
Dr. Facilier (The Princess and the Frog)
Bowler Hat Guy (Meet the Robinsons)
Honest John (Foulfellow) & Gideon (Pinocchio)
Jafar (Aladdin) — now walking ahead of the Villains float instead of riding
Captain Hook and Mr. Smee (Peter Pan)
Mother Gothel (Tangled) — new for 2025
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: The 11:15 PM parade usually has thinner crowds. If villains are your priority, aim for that showing.
🎤 Villains in the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
Winifred, Mary, and Sarah (Hocus Pocus)
Oogie Boogie (The Nightmare Before Christmas)
Dr. Facilier (The Princess and the Frog)
Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)
Evil Queen (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)
Hades (Hercules)
Jafar (Aladdin)
Captain Hook (Peter Pan)
Lady Tremaine (Cinderella)
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Skip the first castle show — the later performances are usually less crowded, making it easier to get a great spot.
Parade, Shows, and Fireworks
Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade
8:15 PM and 11:15 PM
Features Minnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle as the Sanderson Sisters
Characters from the Haunted Mansion
Mickey and Friends dressed in their Halloween Best
And the Headless Horseman
🎉 2025 Parade Updates You Can’t Miss
We won’t be at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party until later this month, but we’ve been scouring first-night coverage and YouTube videos so you don’t have to. Here are some of the biggest updates we’ve confirmed for this year’s Boo-To-You Parade:
Mother Gothel debuts on the final Villains float — replacing Jafar, who now walks ahead of it. She’s also part of the Market Street welcome early in the night.
All four Country Bears are back! In past years, only Big Al and Wendel appeared, but this year Liver Lips and Shaker join the fun.
The Poultry Prancers and Horace Horsecollar are gone, slimming down the Halloween Hoedown unit.
New skeleton dancers now bring extra energy to the street-level performance.
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
Performed on the Cinderella Castle stage
August–September: 9:05 pm, 10:35 pm, 12:00 am
Late September–October: 7:40, 9:05, 10:40, 12:00
Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Fireworks
10:00 PM
Narrated by Jack Skellington with Mickey & friends storyline
Live Entertainment
Cadaver Dans: The Dapper Dan's Barbershop quartet takes on a new persona in Frontierland
7:00 pm, 7:45 pm, 8:45 pm, 9:35 pm, and 10:30 pm
Rusty Cutlass Pirate Band: Swashbuckling pirate band that sing plays high-energy sea shanties in Adventure
7:15 pm, 8:15 pm, 9:15 pm, 10:30 pm, 11:30 pm
🎢 Attractions with Halloween Overlays
Some attractions at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party get special Halloween-themed makeovers just for the occasion. These overlays add an extra layer of fun and are exclusive to the event!
🕶️ Space Mountain – Deep Space Darkness
Blast off into complete darkness as Space Mountain turns off the lights for MNSSHP. The ride features a thrilling new soundtrack with eerie music and sound effects that make the already intense roller coaster feel even more out-of-this-world.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If you are a thrill ride aficionado, Space Mountain in the dark is out of this world!
☕ Mad Tea Party – Spooky Spin
Take a wild ride on the Mad Tea Party, where flashing lights, fog effects, and Halloween-themed music give this whimsical spinner a delightfully spooky twist after dark. Each teacup seems to have its own mood!
🎤 Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor – Monster Mashups
At Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor, the monsters are dressed in their Halloween best and ready to entertain with themed jokes and spooky puns. It's a lighter, laugh-filled break from the party chaos—great for younger partygoers.
👻 Haunted Mansion – Ghastly Guest Stars
The Haunted Mansion gets extra eerie during MNSSHP, with enhanced effects and a live appearance by Madame Carlotta, who interacts with guests waiting in the queue. The line area also comes alive with unique features like a bubbling fountain, a glowing mausoleum, and the iconic groundskeeper scene—perfect for spooky photo ops.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Haunted Mansion is one of the most popular party attractions. Ride early or during parades to avoid the longest wait times.
Trick-or-Treating in the Park
Free candy? One of the sweetest parts of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? The unlimited trick-or-treating! You’ll get a free reusable treat bag when you enter, and you can hit as many candy trails as your sweet tooth desires.
🩵 Allergy-Friendly Trick-or-Treating
Guests with food allergies don’t have to miss out on the fun! Instead of collecting candy at each stop, you can pick up a teal treat bag from any Cast Member at a treat trail location. This signals that you're participating in the allergy-friendly experience.
Once you’ve explored the party, head to one of these locations to trade in your teal tokens for allergy-safe treats:
Liberty Square Ticket Office (closes promptly at midnight)
Chamber of Commerce on Main Street, U.S.A. (remains open after the party ends)
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: The Chamber of Commerce stays open late—perfect if you want to collect your allergy-friendly items after the crowds thin out!
🎃 🎃 Trick‑or‑Treat Trail Locations
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has added two new trick-or-treat stops in Storybook Circus—at the Fantasyland Train Station and near Dumbo—bringing the total to 14 trails this year, with some even handing out full-sized candy bars
Main Street, U.S.A.
Market Street (Open from 4–8 PM; grab your treat bag and visit multiple candy spots here)
Fantasyland
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Princess Fairytale Hall
Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Gaston’s Tavern
Storybook Circus – WDW Railroad Station
Tomorrowland
Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
Carousel of Progress
Near TRON Lightcycle / Run
Adventureland
Sunshine Tree Terrace
Tortuga Tavern
Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room
Frontierland
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Country Bear Musical Jamboree
Liberty Square
The Diamond Horseshoe
🎃 Your Ultimate Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Party Night Map 2025
🗺️ Want a visual guide? Here’s our custom 2025 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Map & Cheat Sheet showing:
🎃 Trick-or-treat locations
👻 Character meet and greets
🎤 Showtimes and dance parties
🗺️ Parade route and more
Our 2025 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party map now includes the latest map with all confirmed character locations, treat trails, and entertainment from the first party. We’ll continue to update as new details roll in throughout the season! 🎃
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Save the map to your phone or print it out—it’s party night magic in your pocket!
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If a treat trail has a long line, skip it and try again later—there are plenty of candy stops throughout the park with minimal waits.
Dance Parties & Entertainment
DescenDANCE Party: Tomorrowland’s Rockettower Plaza (7 PM–Midnight)
Disney Junior Jam: Cosmic Ray’s with Disney Junior characters (7 PM–Midnight)
Exclusive Snacks, Photos & Extras
Exclusive Treats & Spooky Sips at MNSSHP
From spellbinding sundaes to savory BOOtine, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is packed with frightfully fun bites you won’t find during regular park hours.
🧁 Want the full rundown of 2025’s exclusive snacks and drinks? Pop over to our brand-new 2025 MNSSHP Food & Drink Guide — organized by land and tagged with [NEW] and [All-Day] for easy planning.
📸 Party-Only PhotoPass Magic Shots Keep your eyes peeled for Halloween-exclusive Magic Shots and spooky overlays—available only during MNSSHP with PhotoPass!
🍰 Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party This festive fireworks add-on includes reserved viewing and a spread of fall-themed desserts, drinks (yes, even boozy ones!), and magical ambiance. 🎆 It’s a separate ticket and often sells out early.✨ Not sure if a dessert party is worth it? We’ve got you covered with our Full Guide to Disney Dessert Parties & Dining Packages.
🧁 Want to know if a Disney dessert party is worth it? We break it all down—including pricing, locations, and what's included—in our full guide to Disney World Dessert Parties and Dining Packages.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Many Quick Service locations only serve party-exclusive food—plan ahead if you have picky eaters.
🛍️ Party-Exclusive 2025 Merchandise
Of course, MNSSHP comes with limited-edition merch! Here’s a sneak peek at some of the 2025 goodies only available during the party:
🎃 Spirit Jersey – Featuring a spooky scene with bats and ghostly versions of Mickey and Minnie on the back.
👻 Glow-in-the-Dark T-Shirt – A graveyard-themed design that glows under black light—perfect for trick-or-treating in style.
🎒 Loungefly Backpack – A Halloween-inspired Mickey design with a detachable pumpkin coin purse.
☕ Themed Drinkware – Including a Tervis tumbler and a mug with bat wing handles for some frightfully fun sipping.
📸 Collectibles – Don’t miss the “Hocus Pocus” pin or the “Boo-To-You” picture frame to remember your night.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Party merch can sell out fast—especially the Loungefly bags and Spirit Jerseys. Shop early in the evening if you’ve got your eye on something special!
Tips to Make the Most of Your Night
🎯 Set Your Priorities for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Even with lighter crowds, it’s impossible to experience everything in one night—so decide early what matters most to your group. Are you there for the exclusive Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks, the Boo-To-You Halloween Parade, the rare character meet and greets, or the ride overlays like Space Mountain in total darkness? Make a list of your must-dos, and plan the rest of your MNSSHP night around those Halloween highlights.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Prioritizing 3–5 key experiences will help you avoid FOMO and make the most of your time.
🧙♀️ To Costume or Not to Costume?
Wondering if you can dress up at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Good news—Disney’s usual costume rules for adults are relaxed during the event. You can wear a costume, but there are a few important restrictions:
No masks for guests age 14 and older
No dragging capes or floor-length skirts/dresses
No weapons or anything that could be mistaken as real
Many partygoers go all out with themed costumes, while others choose something more low-key. We love an excuse to Disney Bound, especially as villains—but let’s be honest: it’s still Florida. 🥵 Fall here is hot, humid, and often rainy, especially in August and September. A full costume might look magical, but it may not feel so magical two hours in.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: For early season party nights, we usually skip heavy costumes in favor of festive Halloween T-shirts and lightweight bottoms. It’s comfier, weather-proof, and still totally spirited. Or go for lightweight clothes already in your wardrobe to throw together that perfect villains adjacent look.
Want more outfit inspiration? Check out our full Disney Bounding FAQ for creative, park-friendly looks that work all year round.
Get Wristband Early: You’ll need it to stay in the park once the party starts.
Rope Drop the Characters: Some characters like Jack & Sally and Pooh & Friends start meeting before 7 PM—get in line early.
Use Parade/Fireworks Times: Character lines and rides are shorter when crowds gather for these shows.
🧭 Need More Fall Disney Planning Help?
PWe’ve got you covered with more magical planning tips, costume inspiration, and practical advice for making the most of spooky season at Walt Disney World:
🧙♀️ Want outfit ideas that won’t melt in the Florida heat? Check out our Disney Bounding FAQ or park-friendly costume inspiration that’s cute and comfy.
🎆 Wondering if a dessert party is worth it? We break down pricing, food, viewing areas, and more in our Guide to Disney World Dessert Parties and Dining Packages.
🎃 Just here for the Halloween party tips? Don’t miss our MNSSHP Tips & Tricks for time-saving strategy and fun extras.
🧳 Packing for the party? Our WDW Packing List has everything from must-bring gear to things you didn’t know you’d need.
🍽️ Headed to EPCOT during your fall trip? Be sure to check out our EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Guide —complete with a free map and printable cheat sheet to help you snack your way around the world.
🌤️ Planning a full fall trip? Our Disney World Fall Guide has key dates, crowd tips, weather hacks, and how to beat that lingering Florida heat.
♿ Traveling with food allergies or sensory needs? Check out our Disability & Accessibility Guide to help make your visit smoother for every member of your crew.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Bookmark the ones you’ll need—because there’s no such thing as too much prep when it comes to Disney magic.
Final Thoughts
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is packed with more Halloween magic than you can do in one night—but that’s half the fun. Choose your must-dos, wear a costume that makes you smile (and doesn’t melt in Florida heat), and soak in the spooky vibes.
Bonus: make sure to download our MNSSHP map and cheatsheet so you have a quick reference on your phone!
🎃 Happy Haunting!
Pixie Dust Hugs,
Bren, Lyn, and Kim
