If you’re planning a family vacation to Walt Disney World Resort during the Halloween season, you’ve come to the right place. The planDisney panelists are sharing 8 hauntingly great tips for experiencing frightfully fun offerings across the resort – from the theme parks to Disney Springs, and even at your Disney Resort hotel!
Walt Disney World Theme Parks
- Panelist LeAndra L. loves heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios with her little ones for a Halloween-inspired character dining experience at Hollywood & Vine. “Minnie and her friends come out to play in their Halloween best while your family enjoys a yummy, buffet-style meal. Not only will your kiddos love giggling with Cowboy Goofy and a not-so-scary Vampire Mickey, but little ones under the age of 3 eat for free at All-You-Care-To-Enjoy dining experiences!”
- Did you know you can embark on a seasonal scavenger hunt around EPCOT? Panelist Kristi R. says, “Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit is a fun addition to your visit that the whole family will enjoy! Simply purchase a game board and stickers, then keep an eye out for hidden character pumpkins around the park. At the end of your day, you can return your game board for a spooky surprise that makes for a wonderful keepsake!” You can join the hunt September 27 through November 1st while supplies last.
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
- If you’re heading to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party with little ones, panelist Jennifer S. has some advice for making the most of your evening at this separately ticketed event. “Eat an early dinner and arrive at 4 p.m. to start taking advantage of your time at Magic Kingdom Park. Most little ones won’t make it to midnight (they turn into pumpkins!), so get your family photos taken as soon as you arrive and plan to watch the earlier Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade at 8:15 p.m.”
- Panelist Lizzie B. wants to let you in on a little secret. “Adults are allowed to visit Magic Kingdom Park in costume during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! This makes it the practically perfect opportunity to get the entire family in on the magic by choosing a group costume that’s themed to your little one’s favorite Disney character! Whether you transform together into Andy’s favorite toys or a crew of Never Land locals, be sure to review the event’s official costume guidelines before your visit.”
Disney Springs
- Panelist Heather S. says Disney Springs is the best place for the whole family to get into the Halloween spirit! “As you stroll through Disney Springs, you’ll find seasonal décor, Halloween merchandise, and delicious treats with a dash of Halloween cheer. In the evening, you’ll experience eerie entertainment like dance parties, street performers, and DJs spinning spooky tunes!”
- Looking for a unique way to commemorate your family’s visit to Walt Disney World during the Halloween season? Panelist Alison S. recommends stopping by the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs for a seasonal photo session. “The Disney PhotoPass photographers will be as happy as a grim-grinning ghost to capture your Halloween memories! There’s no cost for the photo experience and no reservations are required. Your downloads are available for viewing and purchase on the My Disney Experience mobile app (and included with your purchase of Memory Maker!)”
Disney Resorts Collection
- After a long day at the theme parks, panelist Betsy S. and her family love to head back to their Disney Resort hotel to catch a movie under the stars. “As Halloween creeps closer, be sure to check the recreation schedule to see which slightly spooky flicks are showing during your stay. Stop by your resort’s quick-service dining location to pick up some seasonal treats and set up for a frightfully fun evening!”
- If you’re staying at a Disney Resort hotel on Halloween night, panelist Lauren H. recommends visiting the front desk or checking out the special activities board to see what Halloween-inspired activities your resort has planned. “One year, my kids got to put on their Halloween costumes and join a parade in the lobby. You might also find trick-or-treat trails, haunted scavenger hunts, ghoulish pool parties, and more!”
Well, there you have it! If you have any Disney vacation planning questions, stop by planDisney.com to ask one of our fang-tastic panelists! You can also follow along @planDisneyPanel on Instagram for more vacation planning tips and insights. Happy haunting!
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