food IS a theme park
Wait…do you hear that? It’s jingle bells in the distance? Santa’s coming!
2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays
Okay, okay, we know it’s going to be a LITTLE while before Santa is officially on his way to Disney World, but it’s never too early to start planning for those holiday trips, right? If you ARE planning to visit Disney World during the holiday season, we’ve got some BIG news for you? Disney just announced the dates for this year’s EPCOT Festival of the Holidays.
Summer is here and it’s hot and humid…and well, a little miserable, even in Disney World.
Jollywood Nights
So maybe we’re starting to think ahead to the holiday season, which not only includes cooler weather, but all the fun holiday decor, merchandise, and PARTIES. Now, we’ve been going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom FOREVER, but a few years ago, Disney introduced a new holiday party in Disney’s Hollywood Studios known as Jollywood Nights. Well, Jollywood Nights is returning this year and one of the best parts of that party is returning with it.
Okay, so we know a lot of folks are currently planning their Disney World trips for 2026.
After Hours at Magic Kingdom
Maybe you’ve even already figured out your budget, booked your hotel, and picked out which tickets you need. If you’re looking for something a little different, though, you might want to consider After Hours events — limited ticketed events that happen after the parks close, giving you three hours in the parks with shorter lines for everything, plus free drinks and snacks. If you’re interested, Disney just confirmed that After Hours for Magic Kingdom will return in 2026.
The idea of wearing your favorite costume and running into Magic Kingdom to collect all the candy your heart desires is so tempting, but before you buy that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, read this!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Every year, we go to the Halloween party so we can learn the best tips and tricks and bring them back to you. Here is everything you should know before buying that ticket.
Happy holidays, everyone! We’re LIVE at the first Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Santa Duffy
Now, there’s also Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom, but this party is a little different and it has its own old Hollywood vibe. We’re doing all the things, watching all the entertainment, eating all the food, and more. So we want to give you a look at all the exclusive NEW Jollywood Nights merchandise you can pick up at the event.
Ho! Ho! Ho! We are feeling super festive right now because we are at the very first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of the year.
Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade
This special ticketed event in Magic Kingdom is a highlight of the year for us because we get a chance to check out some amazing party-exclusive entertainment, see some rare characters, and eat ALL the party-exclusive snacks. Oh, and we might even do some shopping for exclusive merchandise, too. So come with us and let’s go!
No matter what time of the year you visit, there’s always something going on at Disney Springs.
Disney Springs
This season is no different, with TWO new events you can experience this month! And let’s just say, if you’re into good food and good vibes, these events are definitely for you.
Happy Halloween, everyone! It’s been Halloween in Disney World since August, and we’ve been enjoying all the spookiness in the parks.
Hitchhiking Ghosts at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Of course, we’re most excited about all the fall and Halloween snacks that get released this time of year, but we especially love this season in Magic Kingdom, which gets all decorated for the season. There’s also Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to look forward to, but if you’ve been planning on going and put off getting tickets, we’ve got some bad news: EVERY single Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party date is now sold out for 2024.
Okay, we know it’s still spooky season, but it’s not too early to get hyped up for the holidays…JUST SAYING.
Jollywood Nights 2024 — ©Disney
We’ll have to blame Disney World for that because we’ve been getting a ton of information about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom. However, we’ve been getting even MORE details about Jollywood Nights in Hollywood Studios, and let’s just say — our hype is REAL. Well, it’s about to get even MORE real because Disney just dropped the list of exclusive snacks and drinks you’ll be able to get at the party — and it is A LOT.
We got to experience a very special event recently!
Moonlight Magic
We went to Disney Vacation Club’s exclusive event for members, Moonlight Magic, at Hollywood Studios. Moonlight Magic events are complimentary for members and take place at different parks throughout the year. Members can sign up and reserve their spots on the Disney Vacation Club Website. We are so grateful that we got to check out this event that gives Disney Vacation Club members and their families a chance to enjoy attractions, special character interactions, entertainment, and snacks after hours!
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