Walt Disney World Resort announces new dates for Disney After Hours in 2026. These separately ticketed events allow guests to explore Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT after the official closing. Participants benefit from shorter wait times at attractions, character greetings, and unlimited snacks.
Experience at the Disney After Hours Event at Walt Disney World
The Disney After Hours events offer adventures in the late evening hours. Guests can enter the parks as early as 7 p.m. to enjoy the atmosphere in advance. In
Disney's Hollywood Studios and
EPCOT, the events run from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., while in
Magic Kingdom the times are set from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. The included amenities feature unlimited snacks such as ice cream novelties, popcorn, and select beverages, all covered in the ticket price. These elements make the nights a special experience for all visitors.
Ticket Sales and Prices
Ticket sales will begin for guests staying at select Disney Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, as well as Shades of Green, on October 9, 2025. All other interested parties can purchase tickets starting October 14, 2025. Prices vary by park: For Magic Kingdom, they range from $175 to $199 plus tax; for Disney's Hollywood Studios, from $155 to $189 plus tax; and for EPCOT, from $155 to $179 plus tax. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members receive specially discounted tickets for Disney's Hollywood Studios and EPCOT.
Experience Everything in One Night
The events in Disney's Hollywood Studios take place from January 14 to September 12, 2026. Guests immerse themselves in Andy's backyard in "Toy Story Land," wield a glowing lightsaber in "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge," and visit the fifth dimension in "
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror." Magic Kingdom opens for Disney After Hours from January 12 to July 27, 2026. Under the night sky, attractions like "
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train," "
Space Mountain," and "
TRON Lightcycle / Run" presented by Enterprise are available. EPCOT comes to life under the vibrant glow of Spaceship Earth, with events from January 22 to September 24, 2026. Guests enjoy attractions such as "
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind," "
Remy's Ratatouille Adventure," and "
Test Track" presented by General Motors.
Admission Requirements
Admission requires a separately priced ticket valid only for a specific event date and select hours. Attractions and offerings may change without notice.
