Disney After Hours is officially returning to Walt Disney World Resort in 2026, bringing back late-night access to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These separately ticketed events let guests enjoy the parks after they close, with lighter crowds, shorter wait times, character meet-and-greets, and unlimited snacks included in the price.
At Magic Kingdom, Disney After Hours events will take place from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., while EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will host their events from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Guests with tickets can enter the park as early as 7 p.m., giving them extra time to enjoy the evening. Included treats range from ice cream novelties to popcorn and select beverages, perfect for fueling up between rides.
Guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green will have early access to ticket sales starting October 9, 2025. Tickets open to all other guests on October 14, 2025. Pricing ranges from $175 to $199 (plus tax) for Magic Kingdom, $155 to $189 (plus tax) for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and $155 to $179 (plus tax) for EPCOT. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can take advantage of specially priced tickets for Hollywood Studios and EPCOT events.
Disney After Hours at Hollywood Studios will run on select nights from January 14 through September 12, 2026, giving guests the chance to explore Toy Story Land, face the thrills of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, and experience Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with shorter waits.
To help plan your night among the stars, here are the 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
Magic Kingdom’s events will run from January 12 through July 27, 2026, featuring access to fan-favorite attractions like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, and TRON Lightcycle / Run.
Here are the 2026 dates to help plan your magical night out:
- 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
EPCOT events will be held on select nights from January 22 through September 24, 2026, allowing guests to experience top attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and Test Track under the glow of Spaceship Earth.
For your planning notes, here are the 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
- Aug 6
- Aug 13
- Sep 16
- Sep 24
Don’t forget, tickets are date-specific and availability is limited. Attractions and offerings are subject to change.
