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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Returns to Magic Kingdom for the 2026 Holiday Season

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Details

The holidays are coming back to Magic Kingdom as Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns on select nights from November 8 through December 22, 2026. The separately ticketed event brings festive entertainment, holiday overlays on select attractions, character greetings, complimentary treats, and plenty of Christmas magic to Walt Disney World.

What Is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event held at Magic Kingdom during the holiday season. Guests can enjoy special entertainment, festive décor throughout the park, holiday themed ride experiences, complimentary cookies and beverages, and shorter waits on many popular attractions.

2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates

This year’s party will take place on select nights from November 8 through December 22, 2026.

November: 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 24, 25, 27, 29
December: 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22

Guests can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4:00 p.m., with the party officially running from 7:00 p.m. until midnight.

When Do Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets Go On Sale?

Tickets go on sale July 9, 2026, for guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. General ticket sales begin on July 16, 2026.

Discounts will once again be available for Disney Vacation Club Members and Annual Passholders. Guests looking for additional savings should also check with our friends at Unlocked Magic, which will offer up to $15 off holiday party tickets beginning July 16th!

What Can Guests Expect?

Returning favorites include Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade, Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration, Frozen Holiday Surprise, character greetings with Disney friends and Santa Claus, festive treats, exclusive merchandise, and holiday overlays on select attractions, including Space Mountain, Jungle Cruise, and Mad Tea Party.


We’ll have much more to share as additional details are announced. Stay tuned for Amy’s tips on making the most of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, along with our favorite treats, entertainment, and must-do experiences from this beloved Magic Kingdom holiday tradition.

Paul Krieger

About Author

Paul lives in Orlando, Florida with his wife, Amy, and their three Spanish galgos, Hermès, Cinders, and Emerson. They’re Disney Vacation Club Members at five resorts, Disney World Annual Passholders, and always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy and maximize their DVC points. When he’s not at the parks or planning their next trip, Paul loves cooking (big Alton Brown fan), training for Disney races with Amy, and blasting Billy Joel in the background.

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