Disney’s World’s Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, which we shall call MNSSHP to save me from typing it out over and over, is an event that has long been known as one of the best days at Disney. It’s been on my wish list for a long, long, time, but because my girls are on the younger side, we’ve been putting it off. I finally had the opportunity to attend this special Disney event with the fab ladies from Permission to Hustle and I thought it might be helpful to provide you with a little guide for those of you who just want to have some adult time at the park. I will also include some simple MNSSHP costume ideas below.
I was hosted by Walt Disney World for the MNSSHP. All opinions are my own
MNSSHP: A Guide for Adults
When I researched tips for attending MNSSHP, I found so many great tips for attending with children, but I didn’t find many tips for adults attending without kids. Sometimes adults just want to enjoy a fun Disney trip without kids and I am all for it (obviously). We all need to experience the magic in our own way.
Tickets: Pricing varies, but starts at $79 if you purchase online prior to your trip. Note: this special event fee is in addition to your normal park ticket cost.
Dates: View the calendar of dates available here.
Experiences:
- Decor + More: Magic Kingdom is decked out in Halloween decor and special lighting. You can also catch special entertainment, a fun new fireworks show, and most of the park’s rides are open to ride at night.
- Characters in Halloween Costumes: You’ll find many Disney characters, including your favorite villains dressed up in costumes throughout the park. This adds to the Halloween vibes and is such a magical touch.
- Trick-or-Treating: There are trick-or-treat stations set up throughout the park. So, if you’re craving a sweet treat like your favorite chocolate bar or some GoGo Squeeze, hit up one of these stations. They are very generous with their hand-outs.
Entertainment:
Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Located in Magic Kingdom at designated times, this frightfully magical fireworks display brings a whole new look to Cinderella’s castle. Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy are spirited away to a mysterious haunted house where they encounter dancing skeletons (my favorite), waltzing ghosts and a sinister gathering of Disney villains!
This fireworks show is hosted by Jack Skellington as he shares a not so scary Halloween story. It features state-of-the-art projection effects on the castle and surrounding buildings, lasers, light and fireworks during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party—offered select nights August 16 through November 1, 2019.
- Where to Watch From: Adults can see the show from just about anywhere in front of the castle, so don’t stress about finding a place to stand. The show is only 12 minutes long, so don’t worry about finding a place to sit, unless you really need a break from walking around Disney all day.
- Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace:
- This dessert party is available for $84 plus tax for Guests ages 10 and older
- Enhance your Halloween fun with a spirited spell-ebration—select nights August 16 through November 1, 2019!
- Descend upon Magic Kingdom park for a spirited evening during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant offers an indulgent, bewitching buffet featuring swoon-worthy sweets and sips—including chocolate-dipped strawberries, cupcakes, ice cream, seasonal fruits, cheeses and other ghoulish goodies created daily by our master pastry chef. Sparkling cider, signature lemonades, coffee, tea and hot chocolate will also be served.
- 2019 Event Dates
- August 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30
- September 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27 and 29
- October 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 31
- November 1
- Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way:
- Mingle with the dazzling Cruella De Vil and delight in reserved seating for Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade.
- You’re invited to the most happening event at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Enjoy the fun and exciting atmosphere at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant—decked out especially for this beguiling bash!
- As you dine, you’ll rub elbows with high society as Cruella stops by your table for some witty repartee. Later, catch a glimpse of the rest of the sinister gang from your reserved seating section for Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade.
- This fun event will take place at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant from 9:30 PM through 12:30 AM during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
- August 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
- September 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29
- October 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31
- November 12019 Event Dates
- Price: $99 per person, plus tax
- Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing:
- Feast on frightfully delightful desserts and then enjoy amazing views of Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular from a reserved standing area at Magic Kingdom park. Additional fee required.
- From flickering tricks to the sweetest treats, enhance Halloween fun with a private dessert party!
- Grim grinning ghosts and Guests alike are invited to descend upon Magic Kingdom Park for Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular, a bewitching buffet of confections and entertainment sure to send spirits soaring. This experience takes place at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant on select nights August 16 through November 1, 2019, in conjunction with Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Even the most voracious vampires won’t want to miss it!
- Raise your glass for a ghostly toast of sparkling cider while indulging in Halloween-themed eats, including chocolate-dipped strawberries, cupcakes, ice cream, seasonal fruits, cheeses and other ghoulish goodies created daily by our master pastry chef. Specialty drinks, signature lemonades, coffee, tea and hot chocolate will also be served.
- As showtime nears, Cast Members will escort you to a prime standing location in the Plaza Garden—where you can enjoy priority views of Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular over Cinderella Castle. It’s a fright fest of color, music and light you’ll never forget!
- 2019 Event Dates
- August 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30
- September 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27 and 29
- October 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 31
- November 1
- Event Details
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- Location: Dessert party held at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant at Magic Kingdom park, with fireworks viewing in the Plaza Garden
- Dates: Select nights August 16 through November 1, 2019
- Dessert Party Time: 8:45 PM
- Fireworks Show Time: 10:15 PM
- Price: $69 plus tax for Guests ages 10 and older.
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- Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace:
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
My favorite witches, the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus, put on an entertaining show at the castle! If you plan to catch the late night showing of the parade, you can watch the Hocus Pocus show while you wait.
With only a few hours to run amuck at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Winifred, Mary and Sarah decide to use their magic to host a decidedly wicked fun fest.
Enlisting the help of the Disney villains, the 3 sisters mix sinister shadows, terrifying nightmares and use the nefarious powers of their frightening colleagues to conjure the ultimate Hocus Pocus Party Potion—and cast a spell on everyone in Magic Kingdom park!
Look for appearances from Dr. Facilier, Oogie Boogie and Maleficent. Combine them and other great Disney villains with amazing dancers, wild visual projections and otherworldly special effects to make Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular a not-to-be-missed Halloween treat!
Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
A Great Time to Ride the Rides
MNSSHP is a great time to ride those adult rides you missed out on during the day. While the kids are busy focusing on trick-or-treating, you can enjoy shorter wait lines. My advice is to not focus on trick-or-treating, because you can easily buy bags of candy when you get home. Less candy = less hassle at the airport, too.
A great time to ride the rides are also during the fireworks shows and parades if you have already seen them. Or, you can catch the late parade, since most families with kids with probably catch the earlier parade.
Halloween Merchandise & Treats
Now is the time to stock up on all of those Halloween mugs, tumblers, ears, clothing, and decor that you have been holding out for. Do a little homework before you go and research what you can and cannot buy online.
You can find a complete guide to Disney’s Halloween-themed sweet treats in the Magic Kingdom over on the Disney Parks Blog.
I personally tried the Amuck, Amuck, Amuck cupcake from Main Street Bakery. Since I had to take my cupcake to go I placed it in a bag and the top frosting cauldron fell off, but it still tasted great! This cupcake was a mouthful of flavors, literally. The cupcake was filled with trick-or-treat candy, peanut butter chips, chocolate candy bits, and toffee. It also had caramel sauce, was iced with chocolate buttercream frosting, and topped with a cake cauldron and a Sanderson Sister chocolate decoration.
MNSSHP Costume Ideas
Disney has strict guidelines for what you can and cannot wear to the Not So Scary Halloween Party. See below for more details and some easy MNSSHP costume ideas:
Costume Guidelines:
- Disney reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or could detract from the experience of other Guests.
- All Guests may dress as their favorite character, but may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests.
- Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
- Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
- Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another Guest.
- Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from, the park unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards.
GUESTS AGES 14 AND OLDER
- Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening.
- Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (e.g., full-length Princess dresses)
- Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist.
- Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable.
- Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords and tutus. Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.
- Masks of any kind may not be worn.
All rules and regulations are subject to change without notice.
Shop My Disneybound MNSSHP Costume Ideas (affiliate links)
Coco Minnie Ears: $27.99 (via Disney)
Black Knee-Length Tutu: $16.99 (Prime) – (Sizing Tip: Go up 1 size)
Minnie Candy Corn Trick-or-Treat Shirt: $24
Seavees Monterey Lace-Up Sneakers: $68 (via Stitch Fix)
More Cute Adult MNSSHP Costume Ideas:
