Disney Announces 2026 After Hours Dates

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Published on Sep 25, 2025 by Will

At Walt Disney World, summer nights create a special excitement with the colorful lighting on rides and the charming ambiance of the parks after dark. Disney After Hours are separately ticketed limited-capacity events that offer guests an unforgettable nighttime experience with lower wait times, a chance to meet characters, and plenty of free snacks.

Guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase After Hours tickets starting October 9, 2025. All other guests can buy tickets starting October 14, 2025.

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Magic Kingdom After Hours 2026

Magic Kingdom After Hours returns in 2026 with event nights from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Guests may enter the park as early as 7:00 p.m. without needing a park reservation. Experience attractions like TRON Lightcycle / Run, Space Mountain, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Haunted Mansion, and more with low wait times.

Complimentary snacks such as Mickey Ice Cream Bars, popcorn, and bottled beverages are included. Surprise character encounters add extra magic to your evening.

The 2026 Magic Kingdom After Hours dates include January 12 and 19; February 2, 9, and 23; March 2 and 9; April 13 and 20; May 4, 11, 18, and 25; June 1, 22, and 29; July 13 and 27.

Hollywood Studios After Hours 2026

Hollywood Studios After Hours events run until September 12, 2026, usually from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Guests can enter the park as early as 7:00 p.m. The May 30th event will run later from 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. and the September 12th event from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Enjoy rides such as Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers, Toy Story Mania!, Tower of Terror, and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway with notably reduced wait times.

Complimentary ice cream, popcorn, and bottled drinks are provided. Outdoor bars serve brews and cocktails, with DJ R-3X spinning tunes at Oga’s Cantina. Quick service locations like KRNR The Rock Station, Milk Stand, and Woody’s Lunch Box also offer food and drinks.

The 2026 Hollywood Studios After Hours dates include January 14 and 28; February 4, 11, 21, and 25; April 29; May 6, 14, and 30; June 3, 10, 17, and 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29; August 5, 12, 19, and 26; September 2 and 12.

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EPCOT After Hours 2026

EPCOT After Hours takes place from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on select nights through September 24, 2026. Guests can enter EPCOT as early as 7:00 p.m., allowing six and a half hours of nighttime fun.

Attractions include Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Test Track (new for 2026), Frozen Ever After, Soarin’, Gran Fiesta Tour, Living with the Land, Mission: SPACE, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, and Spaceship Earth.

Character meet and greets are featured with Mickey Mouse at the Dreamer statue, Goofy at the DJ dance party in CommuniCore Plaza, and Minnie Mouse at the France gazebo. The Canada Mill Stage and Goofy’s DJ dance party offer lively entertainment.

Food and drink can be purchased at various kiosks around the World Showcase, Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe, and Rose & Crown Pub. Complimentary snacks such as ice cream, popcorn, and bottled beverages are included.

The 2026 EPCOT After Hours dates include January 22 and 29; February 19; March 5 and 12; April 2, 9, 15, 23, and 30; May 21; June 11 and 18; July 9 and 23; August 6 and 13; September 16 and 24.

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For guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel, a complimentary admission to a Disney water park on their arrival day is a special perk. Guests can enjoy a relaxing day at the water park and then extend the magic into the night with a Disney After Hours event featuring lower wait times, complimentary snacks, character encounters, and a relaxed atmosphere.

Tickets and further details are available at DisneyWorld.com/AfterHours. Be sure to keep an eye on Mouse House Magic's Special Event Discount Ticket Finder to get the best priced After Hours tickets.

To read more about this, visit the Official Disney Parks Blog post here.
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