Theme Park News - September 22-28, 2025

Upcoming Disney World After Hours Events and Ticket Information

Walt Disney World is bringing back its popular After Hours events in 2026, offering guests a unique nighttime experience across Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT. These separately ticketed parties feature lower wait times, character encounters, and complimentary snacks, making for a magical way to enjoy the parks after dark. 

Ticket Sales   

Guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting October 9, 2025. All other guests may buy tickets beginning October 14, 2025. 

Magic Kingdom After Hours   

Runs from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with early entry from 7:00 p.m. No park reservation is required to enter before the official start. 

2026 Dates:   

Jan 12, 19 | Feb 2, 9, 23 | Mar 2, 9 | Apr 13, 20 | May 4, 11, 18, 25 | Jun 1, 22, 29 | Jul 13, 27 

Hollywood Studios After Hours   

Typically, from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., with early entry starting at 7:00 p.m. Note schedule changes on May 30 (10:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m.) and Sept 12 (10:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.). 

Guests can enjoy complimentary snacks like ice cream and popcorn, plus food and drinks at quick service locations and outdoor bars, including Oga’s Cantina. 

2026 Dates:   

Jan 14, 28 | Feb 4, 11, 21, 25 | Apr 29 | May 6, 14, 30 | Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 | Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 | Sep 2, 12 

EPCOT After Hours   

Runs from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on select dates, with entry allowed from 7:00 p.m. 

Guests can meet characters like Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy and enjoy DJ dance parties and snacks included with the ticket. 

2026 Dates:   

Jan 22, 29 | Feb 19 | Mar 5, 12 | Apr 2, 9, 15, 23, 30 | May 21 | Jun 11, 18 | Jul 9, 23 | Aug 6, 13 | Sep 16, 24 

After Hours events provide a chance to enjoy Disney parks with fewer crowds, exclusive experiences, and late night treats. Planning ahead and purchasing tickets early is recommended to secure these special nights.