Walt Disney World has announced the dates, details, and more for the 2025 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The holiday classic returns to Magic Kingdom on November 7th, and will run on select nights through December 21st. Tickets will go on sale starting July 16th for select guests. Here’s the announcement!

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 Dates

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event that celebrates the most wonderful time of the year at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This year, you’ll enjoy festive entertainment, overlays on classic rides, a storybook holiday atmosphere, and sweet treats. 

The 2025 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party dates will run on select nights from Friday, November 7 to Sunday, December 21.  

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates
  • ❄ Nov. 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 30
  • ❄ Dec. 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21

Reminder: You can begin your holiday cheer early! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party guests can enter the park as early as 4:00 p.m. Even though the party officially starts at 7:00 p.m., guests have the option to arrive three hours earlier to kickstart their time in Magic Kingdom.   

Event tickets are $169 to $229 per ticket, plus tax (prices vary by event date). Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can save $10 per ticket to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party—valid only on select nights.

Get your calendar ready because the special event tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will become available on July 16 for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. For all other guests, tickets will be available starting July 22.  

Special prices are available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members. Purchase Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tickets online or call the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639.   

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Character Greetings 

Find yuletide cheer around every corner with some of your favorite Disney pals! There will be exclusive character meet-and-greet opportunities during the party.  

Right now, we can even let you know a few you can find at 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 

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade 

MVMCP Parade Mickey Minnie

For an enchanting parade that embodies the spirit of the holidays, look no further than Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade. This mesmerizing performance includes dancing gingerbread men, whimsical ballroom dancers, beloved marching toy soldiers, and upbeat holiday music and scents that will immediately put you in the festive spirit.  

Get swept away by the magic of Christmas and see many Disney characters dressed in their holiday attire before the parade concludes with a special appearance by Santa Claus as he wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and happy New Year.   

Reminder: Since the parade travels from Frontierland to Main Street, U.S.A., there are a ton of great viewing locations for guests throughout the park.  

Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks 

Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks

Hosted by Minnie Mouse, this nighttime spectacular combines beloved holiday classics — such as “Deck the Halls” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” —with stunning pyrotechnics, castle projections and lighting effects. 

Cinderella Castle will be wrapped like a present in vibrant holiday scenes; all synchronized perfectly with the music and fireworks above. Gather the elves in front of the castle to view the projections or watch the fireworks display from a variety of vantage points throughout Magic Kingdom, with great views available in areas like Liberty Square, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland.  

You can also enjoy the fireworks from the Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant with the returning Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party. This separately priced experience includes an abundance of treats that will sweeten your night and incredible views of the fireworks. Reservation details will be coming soon. 

Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration 

Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration stage show

During this energetic performance on the Cinderella Castle stage, Disney Characters remind us why it’s the happiest season of all. You’ll find your feet tapping along to the medley of joyful tunes as live performers and characters like Clarabelle Cow, Daisy Duck, and Woody make appearances throughout the show. 

Frozen Holiday Surprise & Dance Parties in the Park 

2025 WDW MVMCP Frozen Surprise

You’re invited to ring in the season with Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and the snowgies at Cinderella Castle as it transforms into a frozen wonderland during the Frozen Holiday Surprise

But the dazzling entertainment doesn’t stop there. You can also show off jingle bell rock moves at multiple dance parties featuring holiday friends: 

  • Club Tinsel at Rocket Tower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland 
  • Disney Junior Jingle Jam at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café in Tomorrowland 

Meet Santa at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 

WDW Santa Claus riding sled down Main Street in front of Cinderella Castle

It’s the perfect time to meet Santa at Santa’s Christmas Carnival! Get your holiday wish list ready and head on over to Storybook Circus to visit your favorite friend from the North Pole.  

Located near Dumbo the Flying Elephant and The Barnstormer, this is the perfect stop for young families. In addition to meeting Santa, guests can also participate in crafts and meet other friends bursting with Christmas cheer. 

Rides Available at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 

Get ready for a few twists on some of your favorite rides at Magic Kingdom with holiday-themed makeovers on Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Mad Tea Party, Jungle Jingle Cruise, and Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor.  

These classic attractions will also be available for guests during the party: 

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 

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