Tickets for the 2026 Disney After Hours events are on sale now

Tickets Now on Sale for 2026 Disney After Hours Events at Walt Disney World

It’s time to plan your late-night Disney adventures! Tickets are now available to all guests for the 2026 Disney After Hours events at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. General sales opened today, October 14, 2025, following the early purchase window for guests staying at Disney Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green.

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As of this morning, every event date across all three parks is still available — but if past years are any indication, these limited-capacity events tend to disappear faster than popcorn in a Pixar short.

What is Disney After Hours?

Disney After Hours is a separately ticketed event that gives guests exclusive, late-night access to top attractions with minimal waits, surprise character meet-and-greets, and complimentary snacks like popcorn, ice cream novelties, and bottled beverages. Guests can enter the park as early as 7:00 PM, with the party continuing deep into the night.

Here’s what’s planned for 2026 across all three parks:

Magic Kingdom After Hours

Running select nights from January through July 2026, this fan-favorite event turns the park into your own personal playground.

• Hours: 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM (entry from 7:00 PM)
• Attractions: TRON Lightcycle / Run, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion, Peter Pan’s Flight, Jungle Cruise, and more
• Characters: Surprise appearances around the park
• Snacks: Popcorn, ice cream novelties, and bottled drinks included
• Ticket Price: $175–$199 plus tax

2026 Dates: Jan 12, Jan 19, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 2, Mar 9, Apr 13, Apr 20, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, Jun 1, Jun 22, Jun 29, Jul 13, Jul 27

Disney’s Hollywood Studios After Hours

Hollywood Studios extends the red carpet through September 12, 2026, with more event nights and plenty of blockbuster fun.

• Hours: 9:30 PM – 12:30 AM (entry from 7:00 PM)
  
  • May 30 event: 10:30 PM – 1:30 AM
  • Sept 12 event: 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
• Attractions: Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, Tower of Terror, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and more
• Food & Drink: Complimentary snacks included; Oga’s Cantina and Woody’s Lunch Box open for purchases
• Ticket Price: $155–$189 plus tax

2026 Dates: Jan 14, Jan 28, Feb 4, Feb 11, Feb 21, Feb 25, Apr 29, May 6, May 14, May 30, Jun 3, Jun 10, Jun 17, Jun 24, Jul 1, Jul 8, Jul 15, Jul 22, Jul 29, Aug 5, Aug 12, Aug 19, Aug 26, Sep 2, Sep 12

EPCOT After Hours

EPCOT’s event lineup continues into 2026 with an expanded attraction list and lively late-night atmosphere.

• Hours: 9:30 PM – 12:30 AM (entry from 7:00 PM)
• Attractions: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, Soarin’, and Test Track (new for 2026)
• Entertainment: DJ dance party at CommuniCore Plaza plus Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy meet-and-greets
• Snacks: Popcorn, ice cream novelties, and bottled drinks included
• Ticket Price: $155–$179 plus tax

2026 Dates: Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 19, Mar 5, Mar 12, Apr 2, Apr 9, Apr 15, Apr 23, Apr 30, May 21, Jun 11, Jun 18, Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 13, Sep 16, Sep 24

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Planning tips and savings

• Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members save $30 per ticket at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios events.
• No park reservation is required for After Hours entry.
• Arrive early: Guests can enter the park starting at 7:00 PM, giving several hours of extra fun before the event officially begins.
• Limited capacity: Events often sell out as dates approach, so grab your preferred night soon if it’s on your wish list.