Fall Fun at Disney World: Seasonal Celebrations and More
Excitement brews for fall adventures at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, where a myriad of seasonal celebrations and family experiences await eager travelers.
As the Halloween season approaches, Disney World enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the array of entertainment. The enchanting journey into fall begins with Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park. This special-ticket event, held on select nights from August 11 to November 1, promises an evening of whimsy from 7 p.m. to midnight. Visitors can revel in the sights of Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarabelle Cow donning the guise of the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus. The park will be adorned with autumnal hues, featuring giant pumpkins, scarecrows, and fall-themed shop decorations along Main Street, U.S.A., during the period of August 10 to November 1.
For the culinary enthusiasts among the guests, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival awaits, running through November 18. This epicurean extravaganza invites visitors to indulge in a taste tour spanning six continents, offering more than 25 global marketplaces, the Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey, and live musical performances at the America Gardens Theatre.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is set to relaunch the Tree of Life Awakenings in early November, post the end of daylight saving time. Additionally, guests visiting The Animation Experience at Conservation Station can hone their artistic skills by learning to draw beloved Disney Villains from October 1 to 31.
Not to be left out, Disney Springs is embracing the seasonal spirit with tantalizing treats, themed merchandise, and entertainment. Guests can savor delights like the Haunted Mansion Portrait Bars at The Ganachery, indulge in Pumpkin Crème Brulee at Amorette’s Patisserie, and groove to performances by Squad Ghouls every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday between September 29 and October 29.
For those inclined toward an active vacation, the 2023-24 runDisney race season opens with the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend from November 3 to 5. This popular series of races offers participants a variety of options, including a 5K, 10K, half marathon, the Disney Two Course Challenge (10K and half marathon), and a Post-Race Party.