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Your Friendly Guide to After Hours at Disney World (2025)

Posted on August 17, 2025

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Night owls, assemble! If you're not a fan of daytime adventures, this event is perfect for you! The Disney After Hours event is set to give your Disney vacation an awesome twist with extra hours to spend at your favorite theme parks. Walt Disney World® Resort has plenty of surprises waiting for everyone, so make sure to grab your Disney World tickets today and treat yourself to this amazing experience.

If you're planning to visit Disney World in 2025 and you wish to enjoy lower crowds and extended hours, read this blog for a superb Disney experience you shouldn't miss!

What is Disney After Hours?

Experience the magic of Disney After Hours, a series of separately ticketed events that create the perfect nighttime escapade in your favorite parks. With minimal wait times, chances to meet iconic characters, and a range of free snacks to keep you fueled, these limited-capacity gatherings are the enchanting experiences you've been longing for on your upcoming vacation.

Disney After Hours event tickets are now available, so hurry!

After Hours Highlights at Walt Disney World® Parks

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Guess what? You can experience magic in not just one, but three theme parks inside Walt Disney World®! Check out all the unmissable activities that you can enjoy at EPCOT© and Hollywood Studios. More details about After Hours at Magic Kingdom© Park will be revealed soon, so follow us to stay in the loop!

EPCOT© After Hours

EPCOT© is hosting its After Hours event from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM on select evenings until September 25, 2025. You can enter the park as early as 7:00 PM with your ticket. That means you've got six wonderful hours to enjoy the night!

Disney After Hours Dates at EPCOT©

EPCOT© After Hours event will take place on the following dates:

  • June 26

  • July 10, 24, & 31

  • August 7, 14, & 28

  • September 11 & 25

Secure your Disney After Hours ticket now for a fantastic after-hours adventure this 2025.

What rides are open at EPCOT© After Hours?

Combine nighttime charm with the classic Disney thrill on these rides:

  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

  • Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure

  • Frozen Ever After

  • Soarin’ Around the World

  • Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros

  • Living with the Land

  • Mission: SPACE

  • The Seas with Nemo & Friends

  • Spaceship Earth

Jam and Jive After Hours!

Goofy's DJ dance party is where it's at, with great vibes and a chance for a fun meet and greet with Goofy himself. Until Sept. 1 during After Hours, there's plenty of space at CommuniCore Plaza for you to let loose and show Goofy your dance skills – even those not-so-great ones!

You won't run out of space to dance at the Canada Mill Stage, and if you need a break, there are plenty of seats for you to kick back. It’s the ultimate spot to have a good time, shake a leg, and enjoy the night with your crew.

No hungry tummies at EPCOT©

Disney parks are not just made for fun and entertainment. They are also a haven for foodies! Check out the spots where you can purchase some of the best food and beverages to fuel your after-hours energy:

  • Various kiosks around the World Showcase

  • Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe

  • Rose & Crown Pub

Note: Some snacks are included in your After Hours ticket. Think ice cream novelties, popcorn, and bottled drinks. There will be no hungry tummies even if you dance the night away.

After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios©

Join Hollywood Studios' After Hours event from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM on select nights until September 3, 2025. Get there by 7:00 PM to maximize your experience.

Note: After Hours ticket holders are not required to secure a park reservation to enter before the event officially starts.

2025 Disney After Hours Dates at Hollywood Studios

Planning a Disney World escapade? Here’s the Disney After Hours schedule at Disney’s Hollywood Studios©:

  • July 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30

  • August 6, 20, & 27

  • September 3

What rides are open during After Hours at Hollywood Studios?

Swirl, twirl, and save the galaxy while exploring Hollywood Studios during evening hours. These rides and attractions will feature shorter wait times!

  • Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

  • Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

  • Slinky Dog Dash

  • Toy Story Mania!

  • Alien Swirling Saucers

  • The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

  • Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith

  • Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Drink and dance until you drop.

Outdoor bars throughout the park will be ready to serve a variety of brews and expertly crafted cocktails. At Oga’s Cantina, DJ R-3X will be dropping the hottest tracks this side of Coruscant, while Oga treats guests to cosmic cocktails and delectable small bites. Head over to Batuu for walk-up availability.

If you're feeling hungry, don’t worry! You can snag some food and drinks at your favorite quick-service spots to power you through the night, such as:

  • KRNR The Rock Station

  • Milk Stand

  • Woody’s Lunch Box

Magic Kingdom© After Hours

Yes, we can see it vividly: the mesmerizing lights of the Prince Charming Regal Carousel dancing just beyond the castle, late-night popcorn walks en route to the Haunted Mansion, and a smooth, scenic ride on the PeopleMover above dazzling Tomorrowland.

At the moment, there are no specific event dates yet for Magic Kingdom©'s After Hours. But don't fret! We will drop the freshest updates for Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom© soon. For now, make sure to secure your park tickets ahead of time to make the most of Disney World After Hours and other special ticketed events.

Spot your favorite Disney characters after hours!

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After Hours guests will experience magic like never before with the appearance of your beloved Disney characters. You can catch the following characters at EPCOT©:

  • Mickey Mouse at the Dreamer statue

  • Goofy at the DJ dance party in CommuniCore Plaza

  • Minnie Mouse at the France gazebo

At Disney After Hours events in Hollywood Studios and EPCOT©, Disney fans can expect the unexpected. More iconic Disney characters will be there to help you enjoy a delightful experience, so get those park tickets now!

Is Disney After Hours worth it?

Absolutely! Disney After Hours is a fun event that can make your Disney World getaway even more memorable. Singing, dancing, and experiencing Disney magic without long wait times and crazy crowds is the best way to enjoy every WDW theme park. Some snacks will be included in your ticket, so you don't have to worry because even your food cravings will be satisfied.

If you haven't attended an After Hours event before, this is your chance to experience the best things WDW has to offer, and more.

Stay tuned for more magical events at WDW in 2025.

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Walt Disney World® Resort has prepared so many surprises for everyone this year. From iconic festivals to seasonal events that spark fun and magic, Disney World has everything you need in a 2025 getaway. Summer isn't over yet, and you can still dive into the water parks to enjoy the ultimate nighttime party at H2O Glow After Hours.

From June to September 2025, you can treat yourself and your loved ones to an amazing Disney trip and adventures after hours. And when the spooky season begins, the trick-or-treating at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off as well.

Follow our blog and stay tuned for more magical moments at Disney World this year. Have a fun, amazing Disney adventure, FunExplorers!

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