# Disney 2026 Holiday & Halloween updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/disneyland-halloween-2026-festivities > Updated: 2026-09-08T00:02:25.000Z. Sources: 59. Developments: 31. Walt Disney World’s 2026 holiday season runs Nov 13, 2026–Jan 6, 2027. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns for 25 nights (Nov 8–Dec 22), while Hollywood Studios’ Jollywood Nights runs Nov 7, 2026–Jan 5, 2027. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom is currently running through Oct 31, featuring new entertainment like Captain Jack’s Buccaneer Bash and Stitch’s Masquerade Mashup. Operational updates include Magic Kingdom closing to regular guests at 6 p.m. on party nights and a shift for the ‘Happily Ever After’ nighttime spectacular to an earlier 9 p.m. showtime on select nights starting Oct 5. At EPCOT, the Candlelight Processional will run nightly from Nov 27 to Dec 20, 2026, with new dining packages offering guaranteed seating at the America Gardens Theatre. Additionally, the “Glimmering Greenhouses at The Land Pavilion” tour will run Nov 27 through Dec 30, with reservations opening Sept 26. Disneyland Resort is expanding its Halloween Time celebrations with updated mid-century style signage at the Downtown Disney entrance, a new Pineapple Dole Whip waffle cone at the Tiki Juice Bar, and an ‘Inside Out’ themed photo booth at Disney California Adventure. Seasonal merchandise includes character keychains and villain-themed headbands. At Disneyland Paris, seasonal celebrations will run from Nov 7, 2026, to Jan 6, 2027. For the first time, the World of Frozen area will host Christmas festivities, featuring Nordic-inspired decorations, musical performances led by Olaf, and character encounters with Anna and Elsa. ## Claims - The Disney Store unveiled a Halloween 2026 collection featuring apparel, home décor, plush toys, ornaments and accessories. (corroborated by 2 sources) - EPCOT is offering a limited-time holiday tour through the Glimmering Greenhouses at The Land Pavilion. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The collection includes a new adult Minnie Mouse witch costume in the Costume Shop. (single source) - The Disney Store opened a 2026 Costume Shop offering dress‑up looks from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars. (single source) - A 12‑piece Disney Halloween Village set was released at a price of $129.99. (single source) - The Halloween Village set includes a timer that operates 6 hours on and 18 hours off and plays haunting music. (single source) - The Halloween Village set dimensions are 38.2 inches long by 13.8 inches wide and high. (single source) - New Halloween plush items were released, including Mickey Mouse plush ($24.99) and Minnie Mouse plush ($29.99). (single source) - New Halloween ornaments and wristlet sets were added, priced around $26.99. (single source) - The tour starts on November 27 and runs through December 30, 2026. (single source) - Reservations open starting September 26, 2026. (single source) - The World of Frozen at Disney Adventure World will celebrate Christmas this year. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: EPCOT undergoes renovations and announces upcoming seasonal festivals EPCOT is implementing various changes, including restaurant refurbishments, pavilion updates, and upcoming seasonal festivals like the Candlelight Processional and the International Festival of the Arts. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-announces-2026-holiday-events-for-epcot-and-disneyland-paris ### 2026-09-03: Disney introduces seasonal Halloween and September offerings Disney is launching seasonal Halloween decorations at Sam’s Club and hosting free movie nights and themed food offerings at Downtown Disney throughout September. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-introduces-seasonal-halloween-and-september-offerings ### 2026-08-29: Disney launches new Halloween and character-themed merchandise collections Disney is launching new seasonal merchandise, including a Halloween collection at Disney Stores and themed apparel and accessories available through retailers like Walmart and Etsy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-launches-new-halloween-and-character-themed-merchandise-collections ### 2026-08-26: Southern California unveils 2026 Halloween seasonal attractions Southern California is preparing for the 2026 Halloween season with themed Disney displays at Disneyland Resort and a massive 10,000-pumpkin light show at the South Coast Botanic Garden. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/southern-california-unveils-2026-halloween-seasonal-attractions ### 2026-08-20: Theme parks launch 2026 Halloween seasonal events Theme parks including Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld are launching 2026 Halloween seasonal events, featuring themed merchandise, character breakfasts, and special nighttime shows. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-announces-2026-halloween-events-for-walt-disney-world-and-disneyland ### 2026-08-12: Disney theme parks prepare for 2026 Halloween season Disney theme parks are launching 2026 Halloween celebrations, featuring the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay and high demand for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Oogie Boogie Bash. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-halloween-parties-see-high-demand-with-multiple-2026-dates-sold-out ### 2026-08-10: Disney theme parks launch 2026 Halloween seasonal events Disney theme parks have launched their 2026 Halloween seasons, featuring new seasonal menus at Disneyland and Disney Springs, while high demand has already sold out 11 party dates at Walt Disney World. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-halloween-events-see-high-demand-and-new-seasonal-merchandise ### 2026-08-07: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party launches at Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World has launched the 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom, featuring new Stitch and Captain Jack Sparrow entertainment, updated allergy-friendly treats, and new merchandise. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-updates-halloween-party-wristband-rules-and-introduces-new-haunted-mansion-charact ### 2026-08-05: Magic Kingdom 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Announces New Changes and Ticket Sellouts Disney’s Magic Kingdom 2026 Halloween Party adds new shows, food, cast‑member costumes and limited popcorn buckets as ticket sales surge, with early dates sold out and September dates quickly filling. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-world-to-host-153-days-of-holiday-dcor-across-magic-kingdom-and-other-parks ### 2026-08-05: Disney Store launches Villains and Haunted Mansion merchandise Disney Store unveiled new Disney Villains and Haunted Mansion merchandise lines, adding apparel, collectibles and home goods for the Halloween season. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-store-launches-villains-and-haunted-mansion-merchandise ### 2026-08-03: Disney Announces 2026 Halloween Food and Merchandise Lineup at Disney Springs and Disney Store Disney announced its 2026 Halloween lineup, featuring new themed foods at Disney Springs and a range of villain‑inspired merchandise on the Disney Store website. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-announces-2026-halloween-food-and-merchandise-lineup-at-disney-springs-and-disney-store ### 2026-08-03: Disney Announces New Popcorn Buckets and Cast Member Costumes for Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party Disney unveiled limited‑edition Hatbox Ghost and Headless Horseman popcorn buckets and new, darker cast‑member costumes for the 2026 Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party, sparking fan criticism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-announces-new-popcorn-buckets-and-cast-member-costumes-for-mickeys-notsoscary-halloween-party ### 2026-07-31: Disney Halloween Party Ticket Sellouts, New Rules and Merchandise Announced Disney’s Halloween parties at Walt Disney World and Disneyland face multiple sell‑outs; Magic Kingdom adds new admission and costume rules; exclusive Passholder shirt and pin unveiled. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-world-halloween-party-dates-sell-out-including-september-4 ### 2026-07-25: Disney Store launches Halloween 2026 merchandise line Disney Store rolls out Halloween 2026 merchandise, a new Costume Shop with an adult Minnie witch outfit, and a $129.99 Disney Halloween Village LED set with music and timer. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-store-launches-halloween-2026-merchandise-line ### 2026-07-22: Walt Disney World unveils 2026 Halloween Party menu and park updates Disney rolls out new 2026 Halloween Party foods, a Mickey Halloween merchandise line, EPCOT After Hours dates, and updates to Magic Kingdom’s Lightning Lane and hotel availability. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-halloween-party-tickets-sell-out-for-multiple-2026-dates ### 2026-07-21: Disney Parks merchandise craze fuels fan demand Fans swarm Disney’s Emporium for limited merch, while the Disney Store debuts a Haunted Mansion collection with premium accessories. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-parks-merchandise-craze-fuels-fan-demand ### 2026-07-19: Disney World's Haunted Mansion Gets Queue Overhaul and Fresh Merchandise Launch Disney World’s Haunted Mansion queue is being reconfigured, removing the “Martin” headstone, while new Haunted Mansion‑themed merchandise—including duck sets, Squishmallows, a car magnet, and a hoodie—hits the 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-worlds-haunted-mansion-gets-queue-overhaul-and-fresh-merchandise-launch ### 2026-07-18: Walt Disney World sells out opening night of 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Walt Disney World’s August 7, 2026 opening night of Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party sold out, the sixth date of the season to do so, with tickets priced at $159. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-sells-out-opening-night-of-2026-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party ### 2026-07-14: Walt Disney World reports five sold‑out nights for 2026 Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party Five nights of Disney World’s 2026 Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party are sold out, including Aug 11, 14, 18, Oct 13 and Oct 31; tickets range $119‑$229. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-reports-five-soldout-nights-for-2026-mickeys-notsoscary-halloween-party ### 2026-07-08: Disney Store launches multiple new merchandise collections worldwide Disney Store rolls out new Guardians of the Galaxy merch at EPCOT and launches multiple collections—including Haunted Mansion doll, Disney Parks ornaments, Japanese StanDs plush, Donald Duck Paris line, and Has 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-store-launches-multiple-new-merchandise-collections-worldwide ### 2026-07-08: Disney expands Jollywood Nights and raises ticket floor for 2026‑27 holiday season Disney's Hollywood Studios will host Jollywood Nights from Nov 7 2026 to Jan 5 2027, adding two January nights and raising the minimum ticket price to $169 (range $169‑$199). 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-expands-jollywood-nights-and-raises-ticket-floor-for-202627-holiday-season ### 2026-07-03: Walt Disney World Sells Out Final $119 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Date Walt Disney World announced the August 11 2026 Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party date sold out, ending the final $119 tickets and raising the lowest price to $129. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-sells-out-final-119-mickeys-notsoscary-halloween-party-tickets ### 2026-07-02: Walt Disney World launches new Haunted Mansion merchandise Walt Disney World introduced new Haunted Mansion items, featuring a $149.99 Werecat Lady doll at Disney Springs and accessories such as a Ghost Host backpack, mirror, mugs and nano‑scene collectibles at Magic & 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/walt-disney-world-launches-new-haunted-mansion-merchandise ### 2026-06-29: Disney unveils Haunted Mansion Werecat Lady collectible doll and 2026 Holiday overlay schedule Disney launches a limited‑edition Haunted Mansion Werecat Lady doll for July 2026 and schedules the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay closure from Aug 8‑21, 2026 at Disneyland. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-unveils-haunted-mansion-werecat-lady-collectible-doll-and-2026-holiday-overlay-schedule ### 2026-06-26: Disney World Adds Captain Jack Sparrow and Stitch Experiences to 2026 Halloween Party In 2026 Disney World’s Halloween Party adds a Stitch dance party in Tomorrowland and a Captain Jack Sparrow pirate experience in Adventureland, running Aug 7‑Oct 31 with tickets $119‑$229. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-world-adds-captain-jack-sparrow-and-stitch-experiences-to-2026-halloween-party ### 2026-06-24: Disney World Announces 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates and Hurricane Season Travel Guidance Disney World set the 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party dates (Nov 8‑Dec 22) and issued hurricane‑season travel guidance, offering flexible rescheduling and ticket extensions for weather disruptions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-world-announces-2026-mickeys-very-merry-christmas-party-dates-and-hurricane-season-travel-gui ### 2026-06-24: Walt Disney World Announces 2026 Holiday Season Dates, Events and Discounts Walt Disney World’s 2026 holiday season runs Nov 13–Jan 6, featuring Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Jollywood Nights, EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays, new merchandise, and hotel discounts up to 30 %. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-world-announces-2026-mickeys-very-merry-christmas-party-dates-and-prices ### 2026-06-18: Disney Halloween Party Tickets Sell Out Quickly for 2026 Events Disney’s 2026 Halloween parties are selling out fast, with Walt Disney World’s Mickey’s Not‑So‑Scary Halloween night and Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween night and Oct 11 sold out within hours, undersc​ 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-halloween-party-tickets-sell-out-quickly-for-2026-events ### 2026-06-03: Disneyland Resort Announces New Halloween Experiences for 2026 Disneyland Resort unveiled 2026 Halloween plans, adding a Madame Leota Swinging Wake street party at Oogie Boogie Bash and new Halloween costumes for Mickey, Minnie and other characters debuting Aug 21. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disneyland-resort-announces-new-halloween-experiences-for-2026 ### 2026-06-02: Disneyland Resort Announces 2026 Halloween and Fall Festivities Disneyland Resort revealed its 2026 Halloween and fall lineup, running Aug 21–Oct 31 with new character costumes, themed parades, haunted attractions, Star Wars‑inspired pumpkins and special overlays across its 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disneyland-resort-announces-2026-halloween-and-fall-festivities ### 2026-05-30: Disneyland Halloween season begins early September, with crowd forecasts for 2026 Disneyland’s Halloween Time starts early September (≈Sep 6) and runs to Oct 31; low‑crowd dates in 2026 are Aug 25‑30 and Sep weekdays, while Oct 9‑19 is busiest. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disneyland-halloween-season-begins-early-september-with-crowd-forecasts-for-2026 --- Cite as: Disney 2026 Holiday & Halloween updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/disneyland-halloween-2026-festivities