November 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 29

December 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18

Tickets went on sale May 1, 2009!

PRICES (including tax):

ADVANCE PURCHASE: Adults: $55.38; Children 3-9 $48.99 (discount not available Nov 29, Dec 4, 11, 17-18; price is same as Day of Event tickets)

DAY OF EVENT (IF NOT SOLD OUT): Adults $62.84; Children 3-9 $56.45

Passholder and Disney Vacation Club Discounts: Adults $52.19; Children 3-9 $45.80
Only available for the following dates: Nov 10, 12, 13, 17, 19; Dec 6, 8

2008 PARTY MAP!
(large file: 185K)

Mickey's Once upon a Christmastime Parade - Photo Gallery

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Characters

Holiday Wishes 2008 | Holiday Wishes 2007

Read what others have to say about MVMCP here!

What Special Holidays Happenings are at the Magic Kingdom?

Castle Dream Lights -- Cinderella Castle is adorned with thousands of shimmering white lights, covering the turrets and towers like a glistening blanket of ice. The twinkling lights create an elegant wintry effect perfect for the seasonal celebration.

Mickey's Once upon a Christmastime Parade celebrates the many festive moods of the holiday season, showcasing a series of holiday themes including a Friends and Family Christmastime Party, a sleigh ride through a Winter Wonderland, a romantic Fairy Tale Christmastime, a scrumptious display of Christmastime sweets, and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus in a grand finale. And for longtime Disney Christmas parade fans: Soldiers, Snowflakes and dancing deer are all still in the parade. The parade features original music as well as both classic and current holiday tunes.

A number of special holiday shows take place from mid-December on.

The Magic Kingdom Tree lighting ceremony takes place most nights on Main Street.

Mickey's 'Twas the Night Before Christmas is performed several times daily beginning mid-December (Galaxy Palace Theater).

Celebrate the Season at Castle Forecourt Stage is performed daily beginning mid-December.

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a special "hard ticket" event.

Tell me more about Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.

The Magic Kingdom is transformed into a Holiday Partyland with special decorations. See the first snow fall of the season on Main Street, special holiday shows and enjoy two performances of the Parade, 

Holiday stage shows include the following: Celebrate the Season at the Castle and Mickey's 'Twas the Night Before Christmas in Tomorrowland's Galaxy Palace Theatre. There is also Santa Goofy, Santa Claus and a special holiday edition of Wishes fireworks.

The parade is spectacular and is accompanied by great Disney Magic and Music.

How much does MVMCP cost? Is it offered every night?

A separate admission ticket is required.

Hours – 7 p.m. - midnight

2009 dates:

November 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 29

December 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18

Tickets go on sale May 1, 2009!

Children under 3 are admitted free.

Buy your tickets early! A number of MVMCP events SELL OUT! For more information, call 407-W-DISNEY.

In previous years, the park would close and then reopen. Now the park stays open through regular closing time. Be sure to get a special MVMCP wristband before 7 p.m. Cast Members will direct guests without the bands to leave the park.

This sounds like a lot of fun, but is it overly crowded?

WDW limits the number of tickets sold in order to keep the crowds down and many nights do sell out in advance. It is estimated that tickets max out around 20,000. Check out the Reader Comments!

What was the 2008 schedule of happenings at MVMCP?

NOTE: 2008 info presented for historical/informational purposes ONLY -- 2009 info will be published as soon as it is available.

Holiday Wishes--Celebrate the Spirit of the Season: 9:30 p.m.

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade: 8:15, 10:30 p.m.

Mickey's 'Twas the Night Before Christmas' Show: 7, 8, 9, 10:15 and 11:15 p.m.

Celebrate the Season Show - 7:45, 10:05 and 11:20 p.m. at the Castle Forecourt Stage

Belle's Enchanted Christmas Story: 7:15, 8:10, 10:00 and 11:15pm

For a guide map of the park during the MVMCP, click HERE!

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Treats are being served throughout the evening -- Treats include Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows and cookies and sliced apples and Apple Juice at:

-- Diamond Horseshoe in Frontierland
-- Tomorrowland Terrace Noodle Station at Tomorrowland
-- Scuttle's Landing in Fantasyland
-- Columbia Harbour House -- Liberty Square

Quick service dining: Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe and Pecos Bill Cafe

Full Service Dining: Tony's Town Square Restaurant in Town Square and Liberty Tree Tavern in Liberty Square

The following attractions and eateries are open during the party:

Main Street USA
-- Casey's Corner - hot dogs and fries
-- Main Street Sweets
-- Tony's Town Square Restaurant

Adventureland
-- Pirates of the Caribbean
-- The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
-- Swiss Family Treehouse

Frontierland
-- Splash Mountain
-- Frontierland Shootin' Arcade
-- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
-- Pecos Bill Cafe - cheeseburgers
-- Westward Ho - quick bites
-- Turkey Leg Cart
-- Churro Wagon

Liberty Square
-- The Haunted Mansion
-- Liberty Tree Tavern
-- Sleepy Hollow - quick bites
-- Pizza Wagon

Fantasyland
-- Peter Pan's Flight
-- Cinderella's Golden Carrousel
-- Dumbo The Flying Elephant
-- Mickey's PhilharMagic
-- Snow White's Scary Adventures
-- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
-- Mad Tea Party
-- it's a small world
-- Pooh's Playful Spot
-- Mrs. Potts' Cupboard - ice cream
-- The Village Fry Shoppe - hot dogs and fries

Tomorrowland
-- Tomorrowland Indy Speedway
-- Space Mountain
-- Astro Orbiter
-- Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin
-- Stitch's Great Escape
-- Tomorrowland Transit Authority
-- Tomorrowland Arcade
-- Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor - last showing at 9 p.m.
-- Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe - cheeseburgers and chicken
-- The Lunching Pad at Rockettower Plaza - quick bites
-- Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies - ice cream and smoothies

Mickey's ToonTown Fair
-- The Barnstormer at Goofy's Wiseacre Farm
-- Mickey's Country House
-- Minnie's Country House

I have never been, what tips can you give me?

Buy a Disney Holiday Hat and Join in the Fun! Santa Hat's with Mickey Ears and Reindeer Horns with Mickey Ears are Available.

Ride the Mountains during the First Parade!

Enjoy the special shows.

Take in the Snow on Main Street!

Visit the characters in Fantasyland later in the evening.

Make sure to watch the Special Fireworks!

Watch the second showing of the parade.

Pace yourself -- the park empties quite a bit by midnight and you'll have most attractions to yourself.

I'm not sure I want to spend the money for MVMCP. Is it a must-see?

If you are on a budget, there is no need to attend MVMCP. Most all the decorations are out during normal operating hours. What you will end up missing (during the first half of December) is the Christmas Parade and special fireworks.

NOTE: 2008 info presented below for historical/informational purposes ONLY -- 2009 info will be published as soon as it is available.

Premium date prices:
November 14, 21
December 4, 5, 11, 12, 14, 18, 19
$55.95 + tax = $59.59/adult
$49.95 + tax = $53.20/child

Advance purchase prices for the following dates:
November 10, 11, 16, 20, 30
December 2, 7, 9, 16
$48.95 + tax = $52.13/adult
$42.95 + tax = $45.74/child

AP/DVC Discount Available for
November 11, 20
December 7, 9, 16
$45.95 + tax = $48.94/adult
$39.95 + tax = $42.55/child