Posted on August 17, 2025
Feel the Christmas spirit kicking in? If you're one of the jolly and merry people who love Christmas, head over to Disney World for the earliest celebration of the Yuletide season. We are not even exaggerating when we tell you that Disney takes the holiday season seriously. So serious, in fact, that they've got back-to-back events and celebrations to share the festive spirit with you.
Once the Not-So-Scary Halloween party is over, the parks will transform into a colorful world of all things Christmas. Different from the vintage charm offered by Disney Jollywood Nights, 2025 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party features the classic Disney Christmas vibes. Make the Christmas season more special. Get your theme park tickets now.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a special ticketed event that captures the magic of the holiday season at Magic Kingdom© in Walt Disney World®. This year, guests can indulge in festive entertainment, experience enchanting overlays on beloved rides, soak up a whimsical holiday ambiance, and savor delightful treats.
You can catch Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2025 on select nights between Friday, November 7 and Sunday, December 21.
Hooray! to these party dates:
November: 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 30
December: 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21
A very important note: You can totally get into the holiday spirit ahead of time! If you're going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, in fact, you can go to the party as early as 4:00 p.m. Even though the main party starts at 7:00 p.m., you can roll in three hours early and really soak up the Magic Kingdom© vibes.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party officially starts at 7:00 PM. After all the Christmas carols and magical Christmas entertainment, the party ends at 12:00 midnight. Party well, and don't forget to snap photos of this exciting party this year!
Mark your calendars! Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will go on sale on July 16 for folks staying at certain Walt Disney World® Resort hotels, as well as the Swan and Dolphin Hotels and Shades of Green.
If you're not staying at the Disney Resort hotels, don’t worry! You can grab your tickets starting July 22.
Experience the most wonderful Christmas cheer and magical party nights with these spectacular events and activities:
Get ready to soak in the holiday vibes with your favorite Disney friends! There will be cool chances to meet the characters up close during the party.
Princess Fairytale Hall
Anna and Elsa in their Christmas attire
Town Square Theater
Sally and Santa Jack
Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in their finest holiday looks
Want to experience a parade that screams holiday magic? Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade is the way to go! You’ll see dancing gingerbread guys, whimsical dancers, cute toy soldiers on the move, and lots of jolly holiday music and scents that’ll put you in a great mood for the season.
Dive into the holiday spirit and catch your favorite Disney characters all decked out for Christmas. Stick around until the parade ends with a special visit from Santa, who'll spread some festive cheer and wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
A very important reminder: Guests can enjoy a plethora of prime viewing locations as the parade winds its way from Frontierland to Main Street, U.S.A.
Minnie Mouse is throwing a night show that's all about holiday favorites like "Deck the Halls" and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." It's got amazing fireworks, awesome castle lights, and projections that'll really wow you.
Cinderella Castle is getting a holiday makeover, wrapped up with lively scenes that match the music and fireworks in the sky! You can grab your buddies and hang out in front of the castle to catch the awesome projections, or if you prefer, there are several places around Magic Kingdom© like Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland where you can enjoy the fireworks show, too.
You can watch the fireworks from Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant while enjoying Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party. This event offers tasty desserts and fantastic views. More reservation information will be provided soon.
In this upbeat performance at Cinderella Castle, Disney Characters highlight the joy of the season. You'll be tapping your feet to a cheerful medley while seeing characters like Clarabelle Cow, Daisy Duck, and Woody.
Come celebrate the holidays with your buddies from Frozen! Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and the snowgies will be at Cinderella Castle, making it a super cool winter wonderland during the Frozen Holiday Surprise!
And that's not all! You can strut your "Jingle Bell Rock" skills at numerous dance parties with your festive friends:
Club Tinsel at Rocket Tower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland
Disney Junior Jingle Jam at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café in Tomorrowland
Don’t miss out! It’s the right time to check out Santa at Santa’s Christmas Carnival! Put together your Christmas list and come on over to Storybook Circus to meet your favorite buddy from the North Pole.
When you’re by Dumbo the Flying Elephant and The Barnstormer, make sure to check this out if you’re with young kids! You can meet Santa, do some crafts, and meet plenty of cheerful characters.
Prepare yourself for an exciting transformation of some beloved attractions at Magic Kingdom©, as they receive festive holiday-inspired makeovers! Experience the enchantment of Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Mad Tea Party, Jungle Cruise, and Monsters Inc. like never before.
Adventureland
Pirates of the Caribbean
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Frontierland
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Liberty Square
Haunted Mansion
Fantasyland
Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
“it’s a small world”
Peter Pan’s Flight
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mad Tea Party
Storybook Circus
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
The Barnstormer
Tomorrowland
Astro Orbiter
Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise
The holiday fun keeps going! You can grab all kinds of Christmas cookies and hot chocolate, plus other goodies at different spots in Magic Kingdom©. These tasty treats are included with your event ticket, making them a great way to enjoy the festive atmosphere. You'll find where to score these snacks on the holiday party maps when you walk into Magic Kingdom©.
You can also wear and collect a page of your story of Christmas at Disney World with the official Disney merchandise.
Yes! Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is totally worth it. It's a valuable party time that will feature more than just Christmas trees and sparkling lights, but a whole lot of unforgettable Disney experiences perfect for all ages. Attending the party means adding more color and fun to Christmas time with Disney World's version of Yuletide paradise.
Party guests will certainly enjoy every moment in this extraordinary Christmas party. It will be a sold-out party for sure, so mark your calendars and purchase your tickets to the party ahead of time. You'll never want to miss this exceptional Christmas party!
Now that we are down to a hundred-plus days before Christmas, it's time to make our plans and sprinkle a dust of Disney magic on our favorite season. The 2025 holiday season at Disney World is about to begin, with Mickey's Christmas party dates and details officially announced.
More party merchandise will be unwrapped soon. So, make sure to grab your tickets weeks or days before the party takes place at Disney World. Mickey and friends are waiting for you. Get that Christmas list ready and let the good times roll. See you at Disney World this Christmas season, FunExplorers!
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