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Tickets On Sale Today For Magic Kingdom Special Events
Tickets for two highly anticipated Magic Kingdom special events, Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, go on sale today!
These Magic Kingdom special events take place respectively on select nights in September and October, and November and December.
Special events start at 7pm and run until 12am each day the party occurs.
Tickets can be purchased either online here or over the phone at (407) 934-7639 from 7am – 11pm EST.
Always remember that all tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Tickets must be paid in full at the time of purchase. As always, all information is subject to change.
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
September 2014: 1, 9, 12, 14, 16,19, 21, 23, 26, & 28
October 2014: 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23, 24, 26, 27, 30, & 31
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| Guests Ages 10 & Up |
$62 |
$67 |
$68 |
$71 |
$77 |
| Guests Ages 3-9 |
$57 |
$62 |
$63 |
$68 |
$72 |
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members will have discounted ticket opportunities on the following nights:
September 2014: 1, 9, 12, 14,16,19, 21, 23, 26, & 28
October 2014: 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 19, & 21
All Passholder and DVC discount tickets must be bought in advance.
Passholders eligible for the discount are those with Premiere Annual Passport, Premium Annual Pass, Annual Pass, Seasonal Annual Pass, Weekday Select Pass, and Epcot after 4pm Annual Pass.
Annual Passholders may purchase discounted tickets for themselves and three guests, while Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members may purchase discounted tickets for themselves and five guests.
Passholders may buy their tickets online on the Passholder site or by calling 407-560-PASS.
Disney Vacation Club Members can buy their tickets by calling Member Services at 1-800-800-9800.
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| Guests Ages 10 & Up |
$58 |
$64 |
| Guests Ages 3-9 |
$53 |
$59 |
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
November 2014: 7, 10, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, & 30
December 2014: 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, & 19
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| Guests Ages 10 & Up |
$67 |
$71 |
$74 |
| Guests Ages 3-9 |
$62 |
$66 |
$69 |
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members will have discounted ticket opportunities on the following nights:
November 2014: 7, 10, 13, 14, 16, & 20
December 2014: 2, 4, & 9
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| Guests Ages 10 & Up |
$62 |
| Guests Ages 3-9 |
$57 |
All Passholder and DVC discount tickets must be bought in advance.
Passholders eligible for the discount are those with Premiere Annual Passport, Premium Annual Pass, Annual Pass, Seasonal Annual Pass, Weekday Select Pass, and Epcot after 4pm Annual Pass.
Annual Passholders may purchase discounted tickets for themselves and three guests, while Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members may purchase discounted tickets for themselves and five guests.
Passholders may buy their tickets online on the Passholder site or by calling 407-560-PASS.
Disney Vacation Club Members can buy their tickets by calling Member Services at 1-800-800-9800.
There are Military Discounted tickets available on the following Dates:
November 2014: 7, 10, 13, 14, 16, & 20
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| Guests Ages 10 & Up |
$46.90 |
| Guests Ages 3-9 |
$43.40 |
These discounted tickets are only available at Walt Disney World.
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Wordless Wednesday – Christmas in Orlando
Wordless Wednesday – December 25, 2013
We want to wish everyone celebrating today a very Merry Christmas!
We hope that you all have a day full of family, fun, and love!
Merry Christmas from Orlando!!!
A first timer’s look into Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!
Friday was the kick off night for the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! I had always read about this night, and always wanted to go but each year put it off thinking it was maybe just for kids. Well last month we were lucky enough to go to the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, and you really didnt need kids to enjoy that one, you just may need to BE a big kid! Which was perfect for me! So we figured now was the best time to go to the Christmas Party and see what that one was all about!
As soon as you get your wristband and enter the park, it strikes you how they go all out for Christmas, the decor was just incredible. It might only be November on the calander but in my heart it was already late December! The lights, the wreathes, the music, the smells, everything screams holidays as soon as you enter into the park! I was very excited to see that on Main Street it was even snowing, in Florida, snowing! it was perfect and really got me into the Christmas Spirit!
The first place we headed was to the free Hot Chocolate and Cookies, you can look these up on the park map and also look out for the giant inflatable candy cane that shows you where they are being served. The hot chocolate place we first went to was by the Pirates Of The Caribbean ride, and was extremely hot. Luckily this made me remove the lid and I noticed marshmallows on the top, which I wish they had stated on the signs as being a vegetarian I cannot eat these. Fortunately everyone else in our party could, so after that I just made sure I requested mine without.
Next we headed over to the Jungle Cruise, which, for the first time ever, had been converted into the Jingle Cruise featuring a holiday overlay. The ride was all Christmas themed from the names on the boats to the decorations on the props and the jokes told by the skippers. During the ride there are not many changes to the actual scenes, so guests who have not ridden the Jungle Cruise before would still be able to enjoy this classic ride with only a few Christmas themed jokes thrown in.
By this time we thought we should try get a space for Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade, as it was a sold out night so we knew it was going to be busy. We ended up not really finding a great place to stand, but luckily we could still see over people enough to enjoy all the floats. It was really fun seeing all the characters in holiday attire, but my favorite part in the whole parade was without a doubt the toy soldiers…
I just loved their little routines, their attire and they seemed to have so much personality and flair! Plus you knew once you saw them that Santa was going to be next as he is featured on the last float.
Once the parade ended we walked over to the Hub to get in place for the Celebrate The Magic show on Cinderella’s Castle, which I had seen some of this before but I had never stood in the middle for it with such a fantastic view before!
The show was everything it promised to be..magical! I loved every moment of it, from Tinkerbell flying out, to Walt’s face right there on the castle, the effects were just so beautiful!
The Christmas part at the end was really cool to see, my favorite part was this photo above, where they made the castle look like a giant gingerbread castle! It looked so real!
After the show we decided to stay in the same spot as it would be a great place for the fireworks! I am lucky enough to see the fireworks every day from home, but I rarely get to see them from right on front of the castle like this, its truly a wonderful experience.
I loved how they mixed the fireworks together with the Celebrate The Magic projections too, especially when it made it look like the fireworks were being set off right in front of the castle, when really it was behind!
A great tip if you want to feel part of the show, is if you purchase the new Glow With The Show ears, the ears actually light up in synch with the fireworks and castle show, as can be seen in this photo above! You simply turn them on and they all coordinate, so it really adds another element to the show to enjoy as you get to participate with it.
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Once we had enjoyed the fireworks we were all pretty tired so we decided on a loop around on the TTA and another stop for hot chocolate and cookies. I came home pretty exhausted but it was very worth it, this was my first time doing this party and it sure won’t be my last!
Tickets are on sale now and do require separate admission to get in. It is running already on select nights up until December 20th, but start looking now as they do tend to sell out some nights.
Walt Disney World Decorations & Holiday Celebrations
Holiday cheer has begun to hit the Walt Disney World Resort, and we are so excited!!!
Here is quick rundown of some of the great Holiday parties, decorations, events, and more that you will be able to find at the Walt Disney World Resort!!!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Select Nights November 8 – December 20, 2013
In case you aren’t familiar, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separate ticket event that takes place on select nights at Magic Kingdom Park throughout November and December.
Parties give you an opportunity to celebrate with snow flurries on Main Street, U.S.A., Disney characters in holiday attire, and very special entertainment offerings, including Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade and Cinderella Castle Dream Lights. For the first time this year, the Celebrate the Magic! castle projection show and Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks will be enhanced with “Glow With The Show” ears – what an amazing sight this will be!
Also new for this year, attendees can experience Jingle Cruise, the first-ever holiday transformation of the Jungle Cruise attraction, which will feature seasonal decor, new holiday jokes and more. Party goers can also pick up a complimentary, event exclusive Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Card that features Donald’s nephews. And when it comes to character greeting opportunities, look for Merida’s Fairytale Garden to stay open for parties this year.
This year’s parties will take place from 7 p.m.-midnight on November 8, 11, 14, 15, 17, 21 and 22, and December 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19 and 20. Tickets (which are separate from a regular park ticket) are already on sale now and purchasing ahead of time can actually save you money. Click here to learn more!
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
November 8, 2013 – January 5, 2014
Marvel at millions of glittering lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music. Share in an awe-inspiring seasonal treat for the entire family. Brilliant multi-colored bulbs wrap the buildings, changing hues and brightness throughout the show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As joyful music surrounds you, a sea of twinkling lights form twirling carousels of heavenly angels, toy soldiers, a spinning Earth, and even Santa and his trusty reindeer. It’s something you have to see to believe!
November 29 –December 30, 2013
Share in the sights and sounds of some of the world’s greatest holiday festivities during Holidays Around the World at Epcot. Amid joyful music and seasonal food favorites, time-honored traditions come alive as costumed performers share their country’s holiday heritage throughout World Showcase.
Although subject to change, holiday festivities may include:
- American Adventure
Meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, celebrate the traditions of Hanukkah and discover the spirit of Kwanzaa.- Canada
Follow the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs on a musical tour as you explore seasonal customs of the Great White North.- China
Watch the agile Monkey King weave his tall tale with twists and turns celebrating Chinese New Year.- France
Discover the magic of Père Noël and the joy of the season through a Christmas letter from a child.- Germany
Listen as Helga tells the story of the first Christmas tree and the tale of her first Nutcracker.- Italy
Meet the kind-hearted witch La Befana who arrives on the eve of the Epiphany to grant gifts to good children.- Japan
Hear the fascinating story of the Daruma doll and the Japanese customs of the New Year.- Mexico
Celebrate with Los Tres Reyes Magos, the Three Kings, as they tell of their journey to the Posada and traditions today.- Morocco
Join Taarji, a Moroccan drummer, as he reflects on family traditions commemorating the holiday of Ramadan.- Norway
Spend time with Sigrid and learn about Julenissen, the Christmas Gnome.- United Kingdom
Share in the vivid stories of Father Christmas, dating back to 15th-century England.Be sure to check the Times Guide for a complete list of appearances and performance times.
November 29 – December 30, 2013
Each night, a celebrity narrator tells the biblical tale of a savior born to a virgin in Bethlehem. All the while, gorgeous choral pieces are woven into the narration as an orchestra and choir provide an inspirational backdrop with songs of hope and joy.
For the hearing impaired, an American Sign Language interpreter translates the legendary account, allowing Guests of all kinds the opportunity to enjoy the event.
This year, an exciting line-up of narrators—including a few all-new additions to the Candlelight Processional—are set to lend their voices to the storytelling, including:
- Gary Sinise
November 29 to December 1, 2013- Neil Patrick Harris
December 2 to December 3, 2013- Ashley Judd – NEW!
December 4 to December 5- Whoopi Goldberg
December 6 to December 7, 2013- Sigourney Weaver – NEW!
December 8 to December 10, 2013- Dennis Haysbert – NEW!
December 11 to December 13, 2013- James Denton
December 14 to December 16, 2013- Edward James Olmos
December 17 to December 19, 2013- Trace Adkins
December 20 to December 22, 2013- Steven Curtis Chapman
December 23 to December 25, 2013- Blair Underwood
December 26 to December 28, 2013- Amy Grant
December 29 to December 30, 2013Show times take place 3 times during each day of the event at 5:00 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM, except on December 8, 2013, when show times take place at 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM only. Celebrity narrators, dates and other entertainment are subject to change without notice.
November 15 – December 29, 2013
Celebrate the holidays with live entertainment, photo opportunity and so much more!
The Downtown Disney area invites you to embrace the spirit of the season as you enjoy the twinkling lights, a grandiose tree and yuletide touches at every turn. Be sure to bring your little ones to see Santa Claus and then shop for unique gifts at the specialty shops.
Discover a variety of delightful diversions with plentiful holiday sights and sounds.
Joyous live entertainment includes:
- Holiday carolers
- Latin, jazz and pop performances of cherished holiday songs
- Costumed stilt walkers and street performers
- A lively holiday dance party with deejay
Visit with Santa
You can even visit with Santa, share holiday wish lists and enjoy a unique photo opportunity!
November 7, 2013 – January 2, 2014
Ring in the season with some familiar faces in a wild, yet whimsical setting!
This music-filled celebration offers a seasonal twist to the popular Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade. Enjoy a harmonious mix of holiday wonderment, colorful creatures and festive music as Mickey and his friends parade through the park.
Disney’s Contemporary Gingerbread House
November 14, 2013
While the Gingerbread house is always up, you are able to purchase gingerbread goodies of your own from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm!
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Gingerbread House
November 16, 2013
Construction of the Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is well under way, and once it its open you will be able to purchase gingerbread goodies from the house of your own from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm!
Walt Disney World Resorts
have these great decorations to come soon:
- Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Gingerbread House
- Disney’s Beach Club Resort Gingerbread Carousel
- Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Holiday Train and Village
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Christmas Tree
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa Christmas Tree
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Christmas Tree
If you are looking for a really unique gift, you may want to kick off your holiday shopping at this weekend’s Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney November 8-10, 2013!
We will be bringing you great information and photos of these great Holiday Celebrations at Walt Disney World! So make sure you follow our holiday adventures on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest!
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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Returns Friday
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns this week to the Magic Kingdom on Friday. I am so looking forward to this special event as it is the kickoff for the holiday season in the parks for me. Separate tickets are required for admission to the party. The event takes place select nights in November and December and runs from 7pm to midnight. Advance tickets are available at a discount for most nights with a savings of $5 per ticket, and select dates also offer military, DVC and AP discounts.
I can’t wait to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this Friday night for several reasons. One, the new Jingle Cruise is debuting. We rarely (if ever) get holiday overlays here at Walt Disney World and this is one I am excited about. I really enjoy the Jungle Cruise and its background music from the 1930s/40s is great. I hope they match that era of Christmas music in the queue as it is some of my favorite music. I think it will be especially cool to compare the Jingle Cruise here to the overlay in Disneyland in a few weeks.
My favorite part of the party by far is the Once Upon A Christmastime Parade. It takes place twice during the evening at 8:15 and 10:30pm and starts in Frontierland and ends on Main Street. If you get a chance, I highly recommend watching from Main Street with a view of Cinderella Castle. This makes for awesome pictures with the castle dream lights and the “snow” on Main Street. Seeing the characters all dressed up in their Christmas costumes is fantastic! It really makes it feel like Christmas to me during this parade ending with a certain jolly fellow.
Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season is a special fireworks show at 9:30pm on Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party nights. A new enhancement this year will feature the new to Walt Disney World Glow With The Show Ears that will change colors along with the fireworks. I have yet to see the ears here, but saw a small sampling last summer at Disney California Adventure during of World of Color, so I think it should be cool.
Also new this year will be a Sorcerer’s of the Magic Kingdom card exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party featuring Huey, Dewey and Louie. As much as I hate to admit it, I’ve only played Sorcerer’s once, but I love collecting the cards, so I am looking forward to this special edition card. Of course another favorite aspect of the party is the included hot chocolate and cookies. There are also dance parties, stage shows and most attractions are open during the party.
What is your favorite part of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Will you be attending this year? Some of us will be there for the first party of the year on Friday, which is already sold out. If you’ll be there, come say hi!
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With Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party well under way, I thought it was a perfect time to take a look at the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party exclusive merchandise!
As they did with Mickey’s No So Scary Halloween Party Merchandise, Walt Disney World has released a series of pins for the party that you can buy individually or in a set. This year the ‘completer pin’ to the set, which features Duffy, is only available in the box and framed sets.
This year at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, they are also offering a special Annual Passholder pin. I really like the design of this pin, and appreciate that it is a little less expensive than the other pins available.
The short sleeved t-shirt, long sleeved t-shirt, and sweatshirt all feature the same design, and are available in green and red. I really feel like Disney missed an opportunity to make some really fun shirts that were a little more ornate like they did at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. But that being said, these are definitely made of a thicker t-shirt material and better suited for winter layering.
Shopping is always the first thing we do at the parties, and I still encourage you to do the same if buying party exclusive merch is your thing! The shirts and sweatshirts seem to always go first, but don’t hesitate if you see a pin that you have to own!!!
I hope that you enjoy this look at the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party exclusive merchandise!
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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2012
This was my second time attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World but my first as an Orlando local. As with most special events, it was almost if not completely sold out, so be sure to arrive as soon as the party begins at 7 PM, though party goers can usually enter the Magic Kingdom as early as 4 PM. I attended on Thursday November 15 and it was slightly chilly by Florida standards which only added to the festivity of the party. Because there are so many “extras” reserved just for party nights, I did not ride any attractions. There is exclusive merchandise available, complimentary cookies and hot cocoa, character photo opportunities and dance parties, special Holiday shows, Holiday Wishes and the not-to-be-missed Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade.
Starting with merchandise, you will find party exclusive pins and apparel in the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. and at various shops throughout the park. Pins are typically located at the registers and on the night I attended, these party exclusive items were not released until all the day guests had exited the park. The shirts are very popular but I did see some still available in Tomorrowland at the end of the evening.
In terms of dining during the party, quick service is the way to go. Table service meals will take away from valuable party time. Check the party guide map because only certain dining locations are open. There’s always my favorite way to go which is to skip dinner and just enjoy the complimentary chocolate chip cookies, snicker doodles and hot cocoa instead. The party guide map lists all the Holiday Treat locations.
The entertainment is the big draw of the Christmas party. The “Celebrate the Season” Show takes place at the Cinderella Castle Stage three times during the party while “A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas Show” is presented five times nightly on the Tomorrowland Stage. There’s a character dance party in Liberty Square and also in Tomorrowland. Be sure to visit the Town Square Theater on Main Street, U.S.A. for a great holiday photo opportunity with Mickey and Minnie in their holiday best. The Cast Members gave me plenty of time and allowed me to do Photo Pass and also use my personal camera. Finally don’t miss Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade which debuts twice during the party. As with all parades, the first one is typically the most crowded and prime viewing locations fill up quickly.
As with Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is about the ambiance in the park, the snow falling on Main Street, U.S.A., the Christmas music wafting through the park, the holiday treats, and all the magical holiday entertainment reserved especially for party goers. As a now-local, I found the party to be a great way to strictly enjoy the magic of Christmas at Walt Disney World without feeling rushed and pressured to ride all my favorite attractions as I can do that at any other time. My advice, even if you are visiting the party as part of your vacation, is to focus on the party specific events and special offerings. It’s truly a magical time and is truly jam packed with holiday festivities.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is held select nights in November and December and often times sell out. Tickets went on sale on May 1, 2012 for this year’s parties. There are advance purchase discounts as well as discounts for Passholders, DVC Members, and military personnel on select nights. So don your festive holiday attire, grab your family and friends and head to the Magic Kingdom for a great way to kick off your holiday celebrations.
Wordless Wednesday – Celebrate The Spirit Of The Season From The Top Of The World
