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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is an annual event that occurs in November and December at the Magic Kingdom. The event is a hard ticketed event (separate admission) that runs on selected days from 7:00 PM – 12:00 PM. Guests with a Very Merry Christmas Party ticket are typically permitted into the park between 4-4:30 PM even though party events don’t take place until 7:00 PM.
Activities include snow as well as milk and cookies on Main Street USA. Additionally theming and music also takes place along Main Street USA. A selection of characters will be available for autographs and pictures.
Other entertainment offerings include the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks – A new holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
- A Frozen Holiday Wish– A holiday themed castle stage show featuring the characters from Frozen.
- Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration – a holiday stage show featuring Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto in their Christmas best.
- Character meet and greets – Jack Skellington as Sandy Claws and Scrooge McDuck
The event also includes several Halloween inspired changes to attractions:
- Tomorrowland Speedway – Additional lighting and decor will be added
- Monsters Inc, Laugh Floor – A new Christmas themed show will take place during the party.
- Space Mountain – Lighting changes and holiday music
- Mad Tea Party – Lighting changes and holiday music
The event did not take place in 2020 but the dates for 2019 are as follows:
- November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24
- December: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
HISTORICAL NOTES
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party first debuted in 1983.
2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party did not take place in 2020.
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2019 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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2019 entertainment offerings included the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks – A new holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
- A Frozen Holiday Wish– A holiday themed castle stage show featuring the characters from Frozen.
- Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration – a holiday stage show featuring Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto in their Christmas best.
- Character meet and greets – Jack Skellington as Sandy Claws and Scrooge McDuck
The event also includes several Halloween inspired changes to attractions:
- Tomorrowland Speedway – Additional lighting and decor will be added
- Monsters Inc, Laugh Floor – A new Christmas themed show will take place during the party.
- Space Mountain – Lighting changes and holiday music
- Mad Tea Party – Lighting changes and holiday music
The dates for 2019 are as follows:
- November: 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24
- December: 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
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2018 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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2018 entertainment offerings included the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Holiday Wishes – A holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
- A Frozen Holiday Wish– A holiday themed castle stage show featuring the characters from Frozen.
The dates for 2018 are as follows:
- November: 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 25, 27, 29, 30
- December: 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21
Pricing for 2018 has not been revealed, but advanced ticket pricing for 2017 started at $89 for adults and $84 for children ages 3-9. The available dates are noted above. Visit Disneyworld.com for tickets, or call 407-W-DISNEY.
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2017 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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2017 entertainment offerings included the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Holiday Wishes – A holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
- A Frozen Holiday Wish– A holiday themed castle stage show featuring the characters from Frozen.
The dates for 2017 are as follows:
- November 8, 9, 12, 14, 16, 17, 26, 28
- December 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22
Advanced ticket pricing starts at $89 for adults and $84 for children ages 3-9. The available dates are noted above. Visit Disneyworld.com for tickets, or call 407-W-DISNEY.
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2016 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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2016 entertainment offerings included the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Holiday Wishes – A holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
- Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration– A holiday themed castle stage show featuring Woody and Jesse from Toy Story, Peter Pan, Snow White and more.
The party dates for 2016 are:
- November – 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29
- December – 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22
Prices for the 2016 tickets start at $86 for adults and $81 for kids 3-9. They range up to $99 for adults and $94 for kids 3-9.
Dates and prices for 2016 are as follows:
Date | Adult | Child | Discount Available |
Monday, November 7th | $91 | $86 | Yes |
Tuesday, November 8th | $92 | $86 | Yes |
Thursday, November 10th | $86 | $81 | Yes |
Friday, November 11th | $91 | $86 | Yes |
Sunday, November 13th | $86 | $81 | Yes |
Tuesday, November 15th | $91 | $86 | Yes |
Friday, November 18th | $92 | $87 | No |
Sunday, November 27th | $92 | $87 | No |
Tuesday, November 29th | $92 | $87 | No |
Thursday, December 1st | $91 | $86 | Yes |
Friday, December 2nd | $92 | $87 | No |
Sunday, December 4th | $92 | $87 | No |
Tuesday, December 6th | $92 | $87 | No |
Thursday, December 8th | $92 | $87 | No |
Friday, December 9th | $96 | $91 | No |
Sunday, December 11th | $92 | $87 | No |
Tuesday, December 13th | $92 | $87 | No |
Thursday, December 15th | $96 | $91 | No |
Friday, December 16th | $99 | $94 | No |
Sunday, December 18th | $99 | $94 | No |
Thursday, December 22nd | $99 | $94 | No |
Prices above are for tickets ordered in advance. Tickets purchased day of are $4-6 more expensive. Additionally, $5-6 discounts are available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members on select tickets purchased in advance. The available dates are noted above.
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2015 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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2015 entertainment offerings included the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Holiday Wishes – A holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
The party dates for 2015 are:
- November 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 29
- December 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18
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2014 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
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2014 entertainment offerings included the following:
- Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade – For the first time [in forever], the parade will feature characters from the movie Frozen, including Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
- Holiday Wishes – A holiday themed fireworks show with an original soundtrack.
The party dates for 2014 are:
- November: 7, 10, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 30
- December: 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19
Tickets start at $67 for adults and $62 for kids 3-9 and range up to $74 for adults and $69 for kids 3-9.
Dates and prices are as follows:
Date | Adult | Child | Discount Available |
Friday, November 7 | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Monday, November 10 | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Thursday, November 13th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Friday, November 14th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Sunday, November 16th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Thursday, November 20th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Friday, November 21st | $71 | $66 | No |
Sunday, November 30th | $71 | $66 | No |
Tuesday, December 2nd | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Thursday, December 4th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Friday, December 5th | $71 | $66 | No |
Sunday, December 7th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Tuesday, December 9th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Thursday, December 11th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Friday, December 12th | $71 | $66 | No |
Sunday, December 14th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Tuesday, December 16th | $67 | $62 | Yes |
Thursday, December 18th | $71 | $66 | No |
Friday, December 19th | $74 | $69 | No |
Prices above are for tickets ordered in advance. Tickets purchased day of are $4-6 more expensive. Additionally, discounts are available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members on select tickets purchased in advance. Discounted prices are $62/$57 for eligible dates. The available dates are noted above.
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