Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a special ticketed event that takes place inside Magic Kingdom on select nights throughout the holiday season.
This after-hours celebration features lower crowds, themed parades and shows, exclusive merchandise, and characters in their festive flair.
Dates & Ticket Info for 2025
The party runs select nights November 7 through December 21, 2025.
Guests staying at Disney resort hotels can buy tickets starting July 16, 2025.
All other guests can purchase beginning July 22, 2025.
Tickets range from $169–$229 + tax depending on the date.
Guests with party tickets can enter the park at 4 pm, but the event officially begins at 7 pm.
Magic Kingdom closes at 6 pm for guests without party tickets.
Highlights You Won’t Want to Miss
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade:
Two nightly performances featuring Alice’s toy soldiers, dancing gingerbread men, holiday music, and even snowfall on Main Street
Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks:
A festive fireworks show hosted by Minnie with holiday tunes to sing along.
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration:
A high-energy stage show at Cinderella Castle starring Mickey, Goofy, and friends in holiday attire
Frozen Holiday Surprise:
Watch Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and others in festive finery in a projection show on Cinderella Castle
Ride Overlays & Short Wait Times:
Select attractions like Jingle Cruise feature holiday theming, and overall ride lines are shorter thanks to limited attendance
Complimentary Cocoa & Cookies:
Hot cocoa and holiday cookies at treat stations across the park
Theme-Ready Characters:
Characters decked out in their holiday finest, from Mickey & Minnie in festive outfits to rare appearances like Jack Skellington as Sandy Claws, Anna & Elsa in their Christmas attire.
Tips for a Smooth & Magical Evening
Arrive Around 4 pm
Use your extra time to ride popular attractions, grab dinner, or take festive photos before the party begins
Eat Before the Party Starts
Besides complimentary snacks, sit-down or quick-service dinners might take time, plan accordingly.
Set Your Priorities
Decide if you're heading straight to a parade viewing spot, hitting rare character meets, or grabbing ride-time first.
Claim Parade & Firework Spots Early
Plan to be seated ~30 minutes before showtime to secure good viewing—especially for front-row views on Main Street
Save Snacks for Later
Pace yourself—those hot cocoa and cookies are fun little energy boosters between rides or attractions.
Stay to the End
Crowds thin after the fireworks—this is the prime time for last-minute rides, photo ops, and lingering holiday magic .
If you've ever wanted to experience the holidays on Main Street, I can't recommend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party enough! If your priorities are to see the holiday magic this checks the box. If you are more interested in being inside the park during a limited capacity event for shorter ride wait times, this also checks the box!
Tickets will sell out for select dates, so lets chat now if you think this is the year you want to attend!