Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Dates & Festive Details

The holiday season is approaching at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World, signaling the start of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, complete with jingling sleigh bells!

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a special ticketed event celebrating the most wonderful time of the year at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. This year, guests can enjoy festive entertainment, ride overlays, a storybook holiday atmosphere, and delicious treats.

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates

The 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place on select nights from Sunday, November 8 to Tuesday, December 22.

• Nov. 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 24, 25, 27, 29

• Dec. 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22 

Reminder: Guests can start their holiday festivities early! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party attendees can enter the park as early as 4:00 p.m. Although the party officially begins at 7:00 p.m., guests can arrive three hours early to enjoy Magic Kingdom.

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets

Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will be available on July 9 for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. Tickets for all other guests will be available starting July 16. 

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Character Greetings

Experience holiday cheer with Disney friends! There will be special chances to meet Disney characters during the party. 

Some characters you can meet at the party:

Princess Fairytale Hall:

• Anna and Elsa

Town Square Theater:

• Jack Skellington as Santa and Sally

• Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their holiday outfits

Meet Santa at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Visit Santa at Santa’s Christmas Carnival! Head to Storybook Circus to meet a friend from the North Pole. 

Located near Dumbo the Flying Elephant and The Barnstormer, this spot is perfect for families. Besides meeting Santa, guests can engage in crafts and meet other cheerful friends.

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade

For a magical parade that captures the holiday spirit, enjoy Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade. This enchanting performance features dancing gingerbread men, whimsical ballroom dancers, beloved marching toy soldiers, and lively holiday music and scents to instantly get guests in the festive mood. 

Experience the magic of Christmas and see many Disney characters in holiday attire before the parade ends with Santa Claus wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.  

Reminder: Since the parade travels from Frontierland to Main Street, U.S.A., there are numerous great viewing spots for guests throughout the park.

Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks

Hosted by Minnie Mouse, this nighttime show combines beloved holiday classics like “Deck the Halls” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” with stunning pyrotechnics, castle projections, and lighting effects.

Cinderella Castle will be adorned like a gift in vibrant holiday scenes, all perfectly synchronized with the music and fireworks above. Gather in front of the castle for the projections or watch the fireworks from various locations throughout Magic Kingdom, with excellent views available in Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland. 

Guests can also enjoy the fireworks with the returning Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Parties. These separately priced experiences include a variety of treats and incredible views of the fireworks. Reservation details will be announced soon.

Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration

During this lively performance on the Cinderella Castle stage, Disney friends showcase why it’s the happiest season of all. Guests will find themselves tapping along to the joyful tunes as live performers and characters like Clarabelle Cow, Daisy Duck, and Woody from Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story films appear throughout the show.

Frozen Holiday Surprise & Dance Parties in the Park

Guests are invited to celebrate the season with Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and the snowgies at Cinderella Castle as it transforms into a frozen wonderland during Frozen Holiday Surprise.

The dazzling entertainment doesn’t end there. Guests can show off their dance moves with holiday friends and event DJs:

• Club Tinsel at Rocket Tower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland

• Disney Junior Jingle Jam at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café in Tomorrowland

Rides Available at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Some favorite rides at Magic Kingdom will have holiday-themed makeovers, including Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Mad Tea Party, Jungle Cruise, and Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor. 

Additionally, here are just a few classic attractions available during the party:

• Pirates of the Caribbean

• Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

• Haunted Mansion

• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

• Prince Charming Regal Carrousel

• Peter Pan’s Flight

• Dumbo the Flying Elephant

• The Barnstormer

• TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise

• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

• And SO MANY MORE!

2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Merch

During the party, guests can find exclusive merchandise at the Emporium to brighten their holiday season. Stay tuned for the upcoming holiday wearables!

Sweet Treats and More to Unwrap

The magical offerings continue. Once again, a variety of cookies, festive beverages, and more will be available to guests at select locations throughout Magic Kingdom. These treats are included in the ticket price and are perfect for enjoying the seasonal sights.