Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 – Complete Guide to Dates, Tickets & Holiday Magic
- Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
- Nov 9, 2024
- 15 min read
Updated: Nov 10
📅 Updated November 8, 2025 following opening night — with the newest sold-out party dates, confirmed characters, holiday treats, and refreshed planning tips!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (2025) — or MVMCP for short — is one of the most beloved seasonal events at Walt Disney World. With exclusive shows, complimentary cookies and cocoa, rare character meet-and-greets, and limited-capacity crowds, this after-hours holiday party has become a must-do for many Disney fans visiting in November and December.
Make sure to pop over to our MVMCP Map & Character Cheat Sheet and the MVMCP 2025 Foodie Guide to plan your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party night like a pro — from where to go first to which treats you should try!
Note: This guide has been refreshed following the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of 2025. We’re watching for any changes throughout the season and will continue updating as needed.
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❄️ What is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?
📅 Updated November 5, 2025
If you’re dreaming of snow falling on Main Street U.S.A., holiday treats at every turn, and a glittering Cinderella Castle — this is the most magical after-hours event of the year. 🎄
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (2025) — also called MVMCP — is a limited-capacity holiday celebration at Magic Kingdom on select nights in November and December. Guests enjoy short wait times, exclusive entertainment, rare character meet-and-greets, complimentary cookies and cocoa, and party-only treats and merch. It’s one of the hardest-to-get Walt Disney World event tickets every holiday season.
Quick Facts:
• Party Time: 7:00 PM–Midnight
• Early Entry for ticket holders: 4:00 PM
• Theme Park Reservation: not required
• Non-transferable special event ticket: required
What is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a special-ticketed holiday event at Magic Kingdom with exclusive entertainment, limited crowds, and holiday overlays you can’t experience during regular park hours. Highlights include:
❄️ Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade
🎆 Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks
🍪 Complimentary cookie & cocoa treat stations
🎶 Festive attraction overlays
🎁 Party-exclusive merchandise and Magic Shots
🎅 Rare holiday character meet-and-greets
It’s the most festive way to celebrate the holidays at Walt Disney World — and a fan-favorite tradition for many families (ours included!).
✨Confirmed for 2025 So Far
Santa’s Christmas Carnival returns with new festive photo ops and activities
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade confirmed (2 nightly performances)
Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks confirmed (10:00 PM nighttime spectacular)
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration returns at Cinderella Castle (4 nightly performances)
Frozen Holiday Surprise will light up the Castle again this year
Complimentary cookie and cocoa treat stations will return throughout Magic Kingdom
Club Tinsel & Disney Junior Jingle Jam dance parties confirmed
Ride overlays confirmed for Space Mountain, Mad Tea Party & Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
Disney is still rolling out smaller details — we’ll continue updating as more entertainment, treat menus, and character locations are announced.
When is 🎄Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in 2025?
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place on select nights from November 7 to December 21, 2025 at Magic Kingdom.
🗓️ 2025 Party Dates:
November: 7, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 30
December: 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21
**We update the sold-out list weekly as parties fill (highlighted above). We'll be updating this weekly up until all dates have sold out.
🎟️ When Do Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 Tickets Go On Sale?
Get your calendar ready! Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 go on sale on two different dates:
July 16, 2025 – Early access for guests staying at:
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels
Shades of Green Resort
July 22, 2025 – Tickets available to the general public
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Party nights close to Thanksgiving and weekends in December tend to sell out fastest—especially Friday nights and the final party on December 21. Book early if you have a specific date in mind!
What is the cost of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?
Official 2025 prices before tax. Grouped by date for easy comparison — 🟥 dates will be marked as sold out once confirmed.
🎄 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 Ticket Prices (By Price Tier)
🌟 November 2025 Party Dates
Price Tier | Party Dates | Adult (10 +) | Child (3–9) |
💲 Value Nights | Nov 10, Nov 11 | $169 | $159 |
💲💲 Standard Nights | Nov 13, Nov 16, Nov 18, Nov 20 | $179 | $169 |
💲💲💲 Peak Weekends | Nov 14, Nov 21 | $189 | $179 |
🎁 Holiday Pricing | Nov 7, Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 30 | $199 | $189 |
🦃 Thanksgiving Night | Nov 28 | $209 | $199 |
🎅 December 2025 Party Dates
Price Tier | Party Dates | Adult (10 +) | Child (3–9) |
💲 Standard Nights | Dec 2, Dec 4 | $199 | $189 |
💲💲 Busy Weekends | Dec 5, Dec 7, Dec 9, Dec 11 | $209 | $199 |
💲💲💲 Holiday Premium | Dec 12, Dec 14, Dec 16, Dec 18 | $219 | $209 |
🎄 Peak Christmas Week | Dec 19, Dec 21 | $229 | $219 |
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If your dates are flexible, the early December weeknights (Dec 2 & 4) often deliver the same festive atmosphere for $30–$40 less than the mid-December premium parties — plus lighter crowds and easier parade viewing!
Are there any discounts available for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party ?
Select nights of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 include a $10 per-ticket discount for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members.
✅ Discounted Dates for 2025: November 7 – 21 and November 30 – December 4, 2025
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Log into your My Disney Experience account before purchasing — eligible nights automatically display the lower Passholder or DVC price. Early-season parties often have lighter crowds and the best savings!
🎁 Planning to visit Hollywood Studios during the holidays? Don’t miss our full guide to Jollywood Nights 2025 including event dates, tickets, character meet and greets, food, merch, and more!
What are the hours of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party ?
MVMCP runs from 7pm - Midnight. People with tickets to MVMCP can enter the park at 4PM, before the party officially starts.
Do I need a theme park ticket or a reservation to attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party?
This is a hard ticketed event, no regular theme park ticket or reservation are required. Guests with a ticket to MVMCP will be admitted to the Magic Kingdom starting at 4pm. The fun festivities begin at 7pm.
Entertainment & Shows at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025
The entertainment is what makes Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party feel truly magical — and 2025 has a loaded lineup with returning favorites and castle moments you won’t want to miss.
What exclusive party activities are available at MVMCP?
Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks
📍 Cinderella Castle
🕗 Showtime: 10:00 PM
This beautiful nighttime spectacular blends projections, classic holiday music, and dazzling fireworks over Cinderella Castle. It’s the perfect holiday finale moment — especially when you pair it with a great castle-view photo spot.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: For a more relaxed view, try watching from the Rapunzel restrooms area or the walkway near Gaston’s Tavern. You’ll still get a great angle for the fireworks themselves, if not the projections, without being shoulder-to-shoulder with the crowd.
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade
📍 Parade Route: Frontierland → Main Street U.S.A.
🕗 Showtimes: 8:30 PM & 11:00 PM
Marching toy soldiers, gingerbread men, reindeer, princess couples, and classic Disney characters in their holiday best all lead to the moment Santa Claus himself rolls down Main Street in his sleigh. The “snow” on Main Street makes this the most iconic part of the party.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: The best views are along Main Street near the front of the park, but those spots fill up fast. For lower crowds and more elbow room, catch the second parade at 11:00 PM—it’s usually much easier to find a good spot and just as magical! Or head to Frontierland where the viewing is much less crowded.
Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration (Stage Show)
📍 Cinderella Castle Stage
🕗 Showtimes: 7:40 PM • 9:25 PM • 10:35 PM • 11:55 PM
Mickey and friends throw a festive, music-filled Christmas party packed with dancing, sing-along moments, and holiday cheer — with Cinderella Castle as the sparkling backdrop.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: The 11:55 PM show is your best bet for lower crowds—perfect for ending your night on a magical high note.
❄️ Frozen Holiday Surprise
📍 Stage show at Cinderella Castle
🕗 2024 Showtime: 8:15 PM
Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Olaf appear live on stage to transform the Castle into a glimmering icy masterpiece. This short-but-magical show is a prime way to kick off your party night before the first parade.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Catch this at 8:15 PM, then slide straight into your 8:30 PM parade spot — ideal timing with almost zero “wait around” time.
🎉 Dance Parties & Live Fun
The party isn’t just about parades and fireworks — there’s music, dancing, and surprise character fun tucked throughout Magic Kingdom.
🪩 Club Tinsel Dance Party
📍 Rockettower Plaza Stage, Tomorrowland
🕗 Open: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Dance the night away with Santa Goofy, Max, Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and Chip ‘n’ Dale as they bring the groove to Tomorrowland with holiday beats and high-energy fun.
Disney Junior Jingle Jam
📍Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café in Tomorrowland
🕗 Open: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Little ones will love bopping to holiday music with Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and friends.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If you need a low-stimulation break from Main Street crowds — Tomorrowland dance parties are usually easier to walk into and a great reset before catching another show.
Reindeer Wranglers
📍 Frontierland near Country Bear Jamboree
🕗 Performing intermittently 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
This live Frontierland musical group brings cowboy-style Christmas cheer — a festive and often-overlooked bit of magic that’s unique to MVMCP nights.
🎅 Character Meet and Greets at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
One of the most magical parts of the party? Meeting rare characters in their holiday best! Expect special meet and greets with classic favorites, Disney couples, and seasonal surprises.
✅ Confirmed Character Lineup for 2025:
Fantasyland:
❄️ Anna & Elsa
Rapunzel & Flynn Rider
Snow White & The Prince
Aurora & Prince Phillip
Cinderella & Prince Charming
Belle (in her Christmas gown)
Ariel & Prince Eric
Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet (in holiday scarves)
Alice & friends
Mirabel & Bruno
Peter Pan
Storybook Circus:
Daisy, Donald, and Scrooge McDuck
Santa’s Christmas Carnival - With festive photo ops, crafts, and activities—including a meet & greet with Santa Claus himself.
Liberty Square:
Princess Tiana & Prince Naveen
Adventureland:
Captain Jack Sparrow
Aladdin and Friends
Moana
Tomorrowland:
Stitch (in his festive holiday shirt)
Main Street, U.S.A.:
Mickey Mouse
Jack Skellington as “Sandy Claws” and Sally
Mary Poppins
Princess Elena
Santa’s Christmas Carnival festive photo ops, crafts, and activities—including a meet & greet with Santa Claus himself.
Complimentary Cookie & Cocoa Stations (Included with Your Party Ticket!)
Guests can enjoy complimentary holiday cookies and festive drinks at six locations around Magic Kingdom during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Each stop features a unique cookie (with an allergy-friendly option available), and every treat is included with your event ticket.
💙 Allergen-friendly and gluten-free options are available at every station — just ask the Cast Member at each location.
Location | Cookie | Allergy-Friendly Option* | Drink (2024 Reference**) |
The Lunching Pad (Tomorrowland) | Red Velvet Cake Cookie | Chocolate Mint Mini Cookies | Apple Cider |
Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café (Tomorrowland) | Buttercream-Frosted Chocolate Chip Cookie (made with M&M’S® Milk Chocolate Minis) | Vanilla Mini Cookies | Hot Cocoa |
Walt Disney World Railroad Station (Fantasyland) | Snowman-Shaped Pretzel | Lemon Burst Mini Cookies | Beverage TBA (2025) |
Gaston’s Tavern (Fantasyland) | Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookie | Chocolate Chip Cookie | Eggnog |
Tortuga Tavern (Adventureland) | Hot Cocoa Cookie (made with DOVE® Chocolate Pieces) | Double Chocolate Chip Cookie | Apple Cider |
Sunshine Tree Terrace (Adventureland) | Buttercream-Frosted Gingerbread Cookie | Gingersnap Mini Cookies | Hot Cocoa |
All allergy-friendly cookies are free of the top nine allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, milk, fish, shellfish, soy, gluten/wheat, and sesame.*2025 drink pairings have not yet been confirmed by Disney; in 2024, these locations typically served apple cider, hot cocoa, or eggnog.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Lines for complimentary cookies are usually shortest during the fireworks or the second parade — grab your treats then for the fastest walk-up experience!
📍 Planning your route?
Download our MVMCP 2025 Map & Character Cheat Sheet — with every cookie trail stop, character meet location, dance party, showtime, and parade route marked clearly.
Exclusive Party Treats and Sips
There are also yummy specialty food items and drinks that are only available at the party for sale as well. Head to our Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 Food Guide for every new party-exclusive snack, returning favorite, and full cookie crawl lineup—plus Pixie Dust Pro Tips for what to try first!
MVMCP 2025 Exclusive Party Collectible Merch
One of the most fan-coveted parts of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is the merch drop — and 2025 has some HUGE collectibles already confirmed.
Here’s some of what Disney has previewed so far:
MVMCP 2025 Spirit Jersey (party-exclusive)
Party-exclusive Minnie Ears (holiday sparkle design)
2025 Event Ornament (dated — a classic “must get” keepsake)
Mickey’s Very Merry Loungefly Bag (new shape + special party styling)
Party-Only Popcorn Bucket (we break this down further in the Foodie Guide — but it belongs here because collectors stalk this one)
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If you want the Loungefly, pins, or popcorn bucket — shop EARLY. These are the items that disappear first — sometimes before the season even hits December.
📸 PhotoPass & Magic Shots
Don’t forget to take advantage of special Magic Shots available only during the party—think falling snow, flying reindeer, and festive frames! If you’ve purchased Memory Maker, these are included.
🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Ask every photographer if they have a holiday Magic Shot—they’re not all offered at every location!
If you’ve already purchased Memory Maker — all party PhotoPass shots are included.
Attractions & Holiday Overlays at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Most major Magic Kingdom attractions remain open during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — and several get festive holiday overlays just for party nights.
Holiday Attraction Overlays for 2025
These fan-favorite overlays are exclusive to party nights—and add a merry twist to some of Magic Kingdom’s classic rides:
🌟 Tomorrowland Speedway Cruise through a track lined with shimmering lights and a festive holiday soundtrack.
🚀 Space Mountain Zoom through space with flashing lights and upbeat holiday tunes—it’s wild and festive in the best way.
🎩 Mad Tea Party Each spin features one of four unique combinations of colorful lights and wacky holiday music.
👹 Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Special holiday jokes and interactive fun turn this seasonal edition into a laugh-filled break from the lines.
🎄 Jungle Cruise → Jingle Cruise Get ready for punny jokes, tropical tinsel, and yuletide-themed décor on this holiday river expedition.
🚤 Note on Jingle Cruise: Jungle Cruise transforms into Jingle Cruise for the holiday season — this overlay is available all day beginning early November through New Year’s Eve (so you don’t need a party ticket to experience it).
Rides Open During the Party
Most rides are operating during MVMCP — including:
Adventureland:
Pirates of the Caribbean, The Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Swiss Family Treehouse, Jingle Cruise
Frontierland:
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Liberty Square:
The Haunted Mansion
Fantasyland:
Peter Pan’s Flight, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, “it’s a small world”, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Barnstormer, Mad Tea Party (holiday overlay), Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
Tomorrowland:
Astro Orbiter, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, Space Mountain (holiday overlay), Tomorrowland Speedway, Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor (holiday overlay), TRON Lightcycle / Run
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Wait times for TRON and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train are typically lowest during fireworks or the second parade — that’s the perfect time to go!
Will Lightning Lane Multi Pass, Premier Pass, and Single Pass be able to be used during the party?
No, they are not available during the party, but wait times are generally lower, so for the most part they are not necessary.
🗺️ Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Map & Cheat Sheet
Looking for a quick reference with character locations, entertainment showtimes, and cookie trail stops all in one place? So were we—so we made one!
You can:
📱 Save it as a JPG to your phone
📸 Snap a screenshot for easy park-day access
🖨️ Download the printable PDF version for planning at home
This map is perfect for navigating Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at a glance—especially when you’re juggling parade times, characters in festive outfits, and snack stops!
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Download it before party night so you’re not relying on park Wi-Fi while trying to catch that next castle show!
Hop over to our MVMCP 2025 Map & Cheat Sheet to download our custom map with character locations, showtimes, dance parties, and cookie trail stops—all updated for this year’s event!
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Party Strategy (2025)
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party can be magical — and also a tiny bit chaotic — because there’s SO much happening at once. The biggest key to a smooth night is choosing your priorities before you arrive… and then letting the rest be bonus magic. Below, we’ve pulled together our most practical, in-park tips to help you make the most of your party time — whether you’re here for characters, shows, rides, snacks… or simply want a calmer night wrapped in holiday sparkle. 💫
Party Entry Strategy: If you want to enter the party right at 4:00 PM (the earliest early-entry time), plan to be in the entry line by 3:00 PM. Otherwise, don’t arrive until 4:30 PM+ — the 4:00 crush is intense.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: The mornings and afternoons at Magic Kingdom on a party day are typically less crowded. As an AP we usually entry earlier to enjoy some regular park experiences. If you are planning to spend more time at the Magic Kingdom beyond MVMCP going the morning of the party (with a regualr ticket) can be a great choice.
Party Ornament Pick Up: Disney only advertises the front of Main Street U.S.A. as the exclusive ornament pick-up location, however, we have in the past been able to get our ornaments at wristband check stations inside Magic Kingdom.
If your night is character-focused:
Santa Jack & Sally are hugely popular and their line is long all night. If they’re top priority, get in line right at 4:00 PM so you don’t burn actual party time waiting. Other characters — except Mickey & Minnie and Santa — tend to ease up later in the night, so save those for post-fireworks. We’ve personally had great success meeting Mickey with minimal wait right at the end of the second parade, just before the park closes. If that’s your plan, choose your parade spot toward the end of Main Street U.S.A. so you can slip into the Town Square Meet & Greet quickly.
If you’re here for the entertainment: The later parade and later showtimes are ALWAYS the crowd-friendlier options. The first rounds are packed with families who need to get little ones to bed early - so if you can stay out late, take advantage. And if crowds overwhelm you, avoid the Cinderella Castle Hub - it’s consistently busy and tighly-packed with party goers, with the densest cluster during fireworks.
If are prioritizing love rides, be aware and plan smart: If hitting the rides are a priority above everything else, we love that for you, but go into it eyes-wide open.This is NOT a true After Hours event — there are more bodies in the park and you won’t “ride everything.” and still enjoy party activities. Pick the rides with party-overlays first, then move on to everything else. If you have another Magic Kingdom park day, consider saving the regular Magic Kingdom rides for then.
Looking forward to those party-exclusive snacks and drinks? The cookie trails are open all night - in theory. But some will run out of their cookies or Christmas drinks.
Also, if you are looking for those extra special party exclusive snacks pay attention to the hours they are available — some snack windows close before the party officially ends. And Mobile Order whenever possible. By utilizing Mobile Ordering, you can save your self as much as 20+ minutes per snack window — which compounds fast in a limited-time event. Pop over to our MVMCP Food Guide for all the fun treats and sips plus mobile ordering locations.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip — Sensory-Friendlier Party Planning:
If you or someone in your group gets overwhelmed by crowds, noise, or high-intensity transitions, build in sensory breaks. Use ride breaks, cookie stops, or quieter corners to reset — especially between the fireworks and the second parade. MVMCP can still be magical with a slower pace… you don’t have to “do it all” to have a wonderful night. Want ideas on where to find sensory break locations in the Magic Kingdom? Try out Disney World Sensory Break Guide - including easy to reference maps.
If you want maximum party time, pre-plan + prioritize. Decide your must-do items before party night — and commit to those first. MVMCP is fun, but it is not true “After Hours” — you can’t do everything, so put your time toward the party-only experiences you can’t do on any other Magic Kingdom day.
💬 Is Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Worth It in 2025?
Absolutely! With lower wait times, exclusive entertainment, free cookies and cocoa, and that special holiday atmosphere you can only find on Main Street U.S.A., Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is one of the most festive nights at Walt Disney World — especially for guests who love the park’s holiday magic after dark.
We attend every year we’re able, and it never loses its charm. ✨ We adore the decorations, the cozy Christmas party vibes, and the incredible entertainment, it brings us so much Christmas joy. And yes, we already have our tickets for our December 2025 trip!
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If you’ve never been before, plan to enter early (at 4 PM) to enjoy a few daylight hours in Magic Kingdom before the snow starts to fall — it makes the night feel extra magical!
🎄 Ready to dive deeper into Disney’s holiday magic?
We’ve got you covered:
📅 2025 Walt Disney World Holiday Guide – See what’s happening across all four parks this season, including resort decorations, holiday snacks, and festive
entertainment.
🌙 After Hours Events at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios
No matter which you choose, you’re in for an unforgettable night of pixie-dusted fun. 💫
Pixie Dust Hugs,
Bren, Lyn, and Kim
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