Disney Announces New Popcorn Buckets and Cast Member Costumes for Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party

Disney announced two limited‑edition popcorn buckets for the 2026 Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World. The Hatbox Ghost bucket features a glowing blue‑teal cylinder with the Hatbox Ghost’s sculpted head visible behind a clear pane, while the Headless Horseman bucket shows the iconic rider on a black stallion holding a flaming jack‑o‑lantern. Both are available only on party nights while supplies last. Additional Halloween‑themed items – a Halloween Pooh Sipper and a Vampire Mickey bucket – are sold throughout the park during regular hours.

The same day Disney revealed new cast‑member costumes for the party. The outfits are darker and less colorful than previous versions, prompting a wave of criticism on social media. Fans described them as “corporate,” “90s movie‑theater vibes,” and “like bowling‑alley carpet,” while some cast members said the new designs are uncomfortable and lack the traditional whimsy of the event.