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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023
Get Ready for the Most Magical Holiday Tradition at Walt Disney World!
Ho ho ho! The most wonderful time of the year is almost here. Mickey, Minnie and their pals are busy preparing for their favorite yuletide celebration, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! This joyous event returns to the Most Magical Place on Earth, Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World, for 25 merry nights from November 9 to December 22, 2023.
If you and your family are looking to make spirited holiday memories that will last a lifetime, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is sure to sleigh your Disney vacation! Let’s take a stroll down Main Street USA and see what makes this event so jolly:
‘Tis the Season for Dazzling Decor
As you make your way through the Magic Kingdom turnstiles, you’ll immediately be immersed in the wonder of the holidays. Twinkling lights dangle from every corner, magical snowflakes illuminate festive arrangements, and holiday wreaths with oversized bows adorn the lands. The magnificent Cinderella Castle shines bright with an enchanting icy blue hue and twinkling icicles.
Every colorful building on Main Street USA is trimmed to the nines with garlands, ribbons and bows. A large than life Christmas tree towers in Town Square, glittering with nearly 1,500 ornaments. You truly feel the season’s tidings from the moment you enter!
Cookie and Cocoa Stations for Sweet Holiday Cheer
All that frolicking in the frosted fantasyland is sure to stir up an appetite! Fortunately, Mickey has arranged for special sweet treats to enjoy during your Christmas party adventure. Stop by outposts in each land for unlimited snacking on Mickey’s holiday cookies and toasty cups of cocoa.
Plus, you’ll find exclusive party merchandise like souvenir steins and sippers to contain your cheery drinks. Treat yourself to all the cookies and cocoa your taste buds desire – it’s included with your event ticket!
Yuletide Joy with Disney Friends
As you nibble holiday nibbles, joyful music fills the air and bells jingle in the distance. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is about to begin! Wave hello to Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and all their magical friends as they march, skip and dance along the parade route on festive floats.
See Disney characters like Goofy and Pluto bundled up for the winter weather in scarves and hats. And don’t miss the Toy Soldiers, gingerbread men and dancing dolls spreading cheer.
Jolly Holiday Stage Shows and Parties
As the sounds of the parade march into the distance, make your way to the Castle Stage where Mickey and Minnie host their Most Merriest Celebration. Join festive friends from across the Kingdom as they perform live retellings of classic Christmas stories like the Nutcracker, Mickey’s Christmas Carol and more. Then, boogie on over to Tomorrowland for Club Tinsel dance party with characters from Frozen. Little ones can join Disney Junior friends for holiday singalongs and dancing during the Jingle Jam.
Festive Friends
Wherever you roam, you’ll discover characters dressed up for the season ready to spread Christmas cheer. Meet rarely seen pals like Holiday Pooh and Friends, Santa Goofy and Donald & Daisy. Snap pics with Aladdin and Jasmine or Tiana and Naveen.
Festive Fireworks Finale
As the party nears midnight, join the crowd on Main Street USA or find a spot with a view of Cinderella Castle. When the clock strikes twelve, stare skyward for the dazzling Christmas fireworks spectacular hosted by Minnie Mouse. Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks lights up the night with sparkling bursts of color dancing across the sky in pixel perfect design.
Red and green fireworks burst into magical shapes like snowflakes, candy canes, stockings and Christmas trees. Glimpse favorite Disney characters amongst the dazzling display. Watch the finale as Minnie orchestrates a breathtaking flurry of glittering white fireworks with a grand pixie dust finale. It’s the perfect capstone to your Christmas celebration at the Kingdom!
Memory Making with Disney PhotoPass
Let Disney PhotoPass Services capture every merry memory from your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party night. Strike a pose with Disney cast members stationed around the park for Magic Shots. These pictures have special holiday elements magically added to your photos through the magic of Disney digital editing.
Capture festive photos in front of Cinderella Castle, the Christmas tree and during the parade and fireworks too. By purchasing Memory Maker, you can download digital copies of all the pics taken by Disney photographers during your Walt Disney World vacation. Relive the Christmas magic at home and share the joy with family anywhere.
Holiday Makeovers for Favorite Attractions
In addition to delicious treats and cheerful entertainment, Mickey also decorates and decks out some of the most popular Magic Kingdom attractions with a touch of yuletide magic!
Board your intergalactic cruiser for Space Mountain Morph to Space Mountain Holiday. Zoom through the outer reaches of space surrounded by glistening lights and holiday tunes.
Set sail on Jingle Cruise, a seasonal take on the iconic Jungle Cruise. Your skipper will point out festive decor as you sail past the jungle sights now decked out for the holidays. Watch out for the mistletoe above the elephants!
Experience familiar favorites with a touch of tinsel, twinkling lights and seasonal cheer! These attraction overlays add to the immersive holiday experience you can only find at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a beloved tradition for Guests eager to celebrate the wonders of the season at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Don’t miss out on this spirited event on select nights from November 9 – December 22, 2023. Escape the holiday hustle and see Disney World transformed into a winter wonderland!
