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Experience the Night Magic: EPCOT® After Hours Explained!

Posted on February 17, 2025

A couple enjoys a nighttime visit to a theme park, standing in front of a large, illuminated geodesic sphere. The sphere glows with vibrant pink and purple lights. The couple looks happy, gazing at each other and the surroundings. The park is alive with colors, creating a lively and magical atmosphere. Trees and other park elements are visible in the background, enhancing the enchanting scene.

Psst… have you ever dreamed of having EPCOT® (almost) all to yourself—under the stars? Well, your wish is coming true because this 2025, Disney After Hours is making a comeback to EPCOT® at Walt Disney World® resort!

Enjoy minimal wait times for attractions, special surprises, and unlimited complimentary snacks—all in a beautifully lit, after-hours Disney atmosphere.

Circle the dates: February 27 through September 25, 2025, and reserve your discount tickets as early as possible via FunEx.

Don't forget to also read this ultimate guide. Let's start!

Must-Know Info: Disney After Hours at EPCOT®

  • Event Times:

    Between 10:00 PM and 1:00 AM, but you’re welcome to enter the park starting at 7:00 PM.

  • Event Dates:

    Set a reminder for these important dates

    • February 27

    • May 8 and 29

    • June 19 and 26

    • July 10, 24 and 31

    • August 7, 14, 21 and 28

    • September 11 and 25

  • Event Location:

    EPCOT® at Walt Disney World®

Get the Full Picture of Disney After Hours at EPCOT®

A) Rides and Attractions

Two children enjoy a magical indoor show, captivated by a performer on stage surrounded by sparkling blue lights. The scene radiates excitement and wonder, capturing a moment of pure joy and entertainment.

Enjoy top attractions with shorter lines:

  • Frozen Ever After

  • Spaceship Earth

  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

  • Mission: SPACE®

  • Soarin' Around the World

  • Living with the Land

  • The Seas with Nemo & Friends®

  • Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros

  • Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure

B) Night Cravings: Refreshing Sips & Tasty Bites

Keep the night going with an exquisite variety of snacks and beverages at your fingertips.Inclusions:

  • Chilled Bottled Beverages

  • Flavor and Scrumptious Popcorn

  • Tempting Ice Cream Treats (Mickey Bar, Mickey Sandwich, and Strawberry Bar)

Find them at carts in these locations:

  • Connections Cart

  • Fountain Popcorn Cart

  • Imagination Cart

  • Mission: SPACE® Cart

C) Get The Fun Rolling

Disney After Hours officially begins at 10:00 PM, but with your special event ticket, you can enter EPCOT® Park as early as 7:00 PM—while it's still open to all visitors.

Arriving early gives you extra time to wander around the attractions and entertainment, and experience the awe-inspiring "Luminous The Symphony of Us"—EPCOT®’s newest nighttime spectacle.

YAY or NAY: What to Love About Disney After Hours at EPCOT®

  • Fast-Track Access to Thrills

    - Experience your favorite rides and attractions with minimal wait times and a more relaxed atmosphere.

  • Evening Glow and Feels

    - There’s something special about strolling through EPCOT® at night. The soft lights, the crisp air, and the stunning glow of Spaceship Earth—it’s simply breathtaking.

  • On-the-House Delights

    - Suit yourself to a night of tasty food and beverages, all covered in the cost of this special ticketed event! 

  • Premium Surprises

    – Make unforgettable memories with special activities only offered during Disney After Hours.

In A Nutshell

And there you have it! The sun sets, the crowds thin, and the magic of EPCOT® at Walt Disney World® Resort takes on a whole new glow.

It’s truly a YAY-worthy opportunity you must seize—so grab your discount Walt Disney World® tickets for Disney After Hours from FunEx now!

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