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Your 2026 Guide to Magic Kingdom® After Hours

Posted on May 17, 2026

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Cinderella had to leave the ball and hurry home before her stepmother and stepsisters found her. But at Magic Kingdom® Park, fun and excitement last even after the sun goes down.

That’s right! This is your chance to enjoy the park in a new way. There will be shorter lines, special shows, and magical nights that will amaze you. Enjoy this magical nighttime event on select nights from January 12 to July 17 with your discount tickets. But first, read everything you need to know about the event. Are you ready?

Must-Know Info: Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom® Park

Event Times: Scheduled from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM. But if you want to get a head start, you can enter the park at 7:00 PM.

Event Location: Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World®

Event Dates: Mark your calendars for the following dates:

  • January 12 and 19

  • February 2, 9 and 23

  • March 2 and 9

  • April 13 and 20

  • May 4, 11, 18 and 25

  • June 1, 22, and 29

  • July 13 and 27

Get the Full Picture of Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom® Park

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Rides and Attractions

Skip the long waits and enjoy some of the crowd-favorite rides and attractions:

  • TRON Lightcycle / Run

  • Space Mountain

  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train

  • Haunted Mansion

  • "it's a small world"

  • Jungle Cruise

  • Peter Pan's Flight

  • Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid

  • ⁠Mad Tea Party, and many more!

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Night Cravings: Cool Drinks & Munchable Treats

This year’s tasty mixes and munchies include crunchy popcorn, irresistible ice cream novelties, and refreshing bottled drinks. You can grab these at carts stationed throughout the park.

  • Main Street, U.S.A. – Popcorn and snack carts near Cinderella Castle

  • Tomorrowland – Astrofizz hosted by Coca-Cola and ice cream carts near Tomorrowland Speedway

  • Fantasyland – Maurice’s Popcorn near Gaston’s Tavern, plus ice cream carts near Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Pinocchio Village Haus

  • Liberty Square – Popcorn cart near Liberty Tree Tavern

  • Adventureland – Popcorn cart near Jungle Cruise

More items are available for purchase at Main Street Bakery, Casey’s Corner by Coca-Cola, and various park locations.

NOTE: Drinks and snacks are included with your discounted Disney After Hours tickets.

Jump-Start Your Fun and Double It

The Disney After Hours event starts at 10:00 PM. Your ticket lets you enter Magic Kingdom® Park as early as 7:00 PM, when it is still open to everyone. This early entry gives you time to explore attractions, enjoy entertainment, and see the Happy Ever After fireworks show.

And yup, you can also look forward to the spectacular return of "Enchantment" at Disney After Hours Magic Kingdom® Park.

YAY or NAY: What to Love About Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom® Park?

  • Exclusive Access to Attractions – Hooray! Shorter wait times for iconic rides and attractions, offering a more laid-back experience without the typical daytime crowds.

  • Special Entertainment – Feel special as you enjoy exclusive activities only available during Disney After Hours events.

  • Magical Night Atmosphere – Experience the park’s nighttime ambiance, with sparkling lights, fewer people, and a unique, tranquil vibe that transforms Magic Kingdom® into a whole new world.

  • Complimentary Sips and Bites – Enjoy an all-night feast of snacks and beverages: it's on the house!

Soak in the Disney magic at night.

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With shorter lines, exclusive surprises, and a relaxed nighttime atmosphere—you name it! Getting a spot at the Disney After Hours event at Magic Kingdom® Park is a fun experience you shouldn’t miss.

Get ready for a magical night under the stars. Grab your discounted tickets for Disney After Hours from FunEx now!

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