by Lacey Pfalz
Last updated: 2:40 PM ET, Tue April 28, 2026
Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line will be offering exciting new experiences for travelers this fall—and they’re sharing all the fun new activities, festivals and experiences for families to love.
Walt Disney World will be transformed into an autumn wonderland, with fall-themed decorations and Spooky Season extras.
2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
EPCOT’s annual international extravaganza celebrating food from around the world will return from August 27 through November 21, giving travelers heading to Disney World during these dates ample opportunity to sample some amazing new foods.
The festival includes live music, global marketplaces, specialty merchandise and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series.
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Disney’s Magic Kingdom will transform into a spooky and fun party on select nights from August 7 through October 31, 2026. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will offer fun and festive experiences, Halloween-themed food and beverages, exclusive merchandise, character greetings and more.
The party, which is a separate ticketed event, begins with Disney-themed costumes and candy gathering (just watch out for the witches!), and will include an ever-changing dance party hosted by Stitch. Characters attending the party include Sally and Jack Skellington, Pooh, Aladdin and Jasmine and other favorites—along with iconic Disney Villains.
Boo to You Halloween Parade
A Halloween experience for everyone is Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade at Magic Kingdom, where costumed characters, villains and ghosts promenade and dance down the street for guests. The parade will take place at 8:15 p.m. every evening.
In addition, the park will feature a Hocus Pocus Villains Spectacular performance, a Halloween-themed projection display, new spooky sweet treats and more.
Other Fun Fall Activities at Disney World
A trip to EPCOT in the fall won’t be complete without participating in Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit, a scavenger hunt to find hidden decorative pumpkins. Once a guest finds them all, they’ll receive a spooky festival keepsake.
At Hollywood Studios, guests can enjoy Halloween-themed experiences, like Minnie’s Halloween Dine at Hollywood and Vine.
Halloween on Disney Cruise Line
Those forgoing the land-based parks to head on a Disney cruise won’t miss all the Halloween fun. Cozy fall festivities and Halloween surprises await on selected cruises, from trick-or-treating at sea to uncovering the story of the great Pumpkin Tree.
Guests of all ages are encouraged to dress up to celebrate Mickey’s Mouse-querade Party, enjoy seasonal arts and crafts and spot Halloween-themed characters for meet-and-greets. Travelers will also enjoy tasting some seasonal foods, drinks and specialty desserts.
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