Disney After Hours events are returning in 2026 to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney's Hollywood Studios, offering guests late-night access to top attractions with shorter wait times, surprise character appearances, and included snacks.
Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can now purchase tickets beginning October 9, 2025. All other guests will be able to purchase starting October 14, 2025.
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can save $30 per ticket at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios events.
2026 Ticket Pricing
For 2026, event ticket prices vary by park and date:
- Magic Kingdom: $175-$199 per person, plus tax
- EPCOT: $155-$179 per person, plus tax
- Hollywood Studios: $155-$189 per person, plus tax
Compared to 2025, pricing has increased slightly - up $14 at the high end for Magic Kingdom, and $4 higher for both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios.
See full pricing by date for 2026 Disney After Hours.
Magic Kingdom After Hours 2026
Magic Kingdom After Hours will run on select nights from January through July 2026, offering a late-night experience with minimal crowds and access to top attractions.
- Hours: 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM (entry from 7:00 PM)
- Snacks: Complimentary ice cream novelties, popcorn, and bottled beverages
- Attractions: TRON Lightcycle / Run, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion, Peter Pan's Flight, Jungle Cruise, and more
- Characters: Surprise meet-and-greets throughout the park
2026 Dates:
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
Ticket Price: $175-$199 per person, plus tax
Disney's Hollywood Studios After Hours 2026
Hollywood Studios After Hours returns with more dates through September 12, 2026, featuring some of the park's most popular attractions with reduced wait times.
- Hours: Typically 9:30 PM - 12:30 AM (entry from 7:00 PM)
- May 30 event: 10:30 PM - 1:30 AM
- Sept 12 event: 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
- Attractions: Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Slinky Dog Dash, Tower of Terror, Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, and more
- Characters: Surprise encounters throughout the park
- Food & Drink: Complimentary snacks included, with additional options at Oga's Cantina, Woody's Lunch Box, and other quick-service spots
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
Ticket Price: $155-$189 per person, plus tax
EPCOT After Hours 2026
EPCOT After Hours will continue into 2026 with extended hours and an expanded attraction lineup.
- Hours: 9:30 PM - 12:30 AM (entry from 7:00 PM)
- Attractions: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, Soarin', Test Track (new for 2026), and more
- Characters & Entertainment: Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy meet-and-greets, plus a DJ dance party at CommuniCore Plaza
- Snacks: Complimentary popcorn, ice cream novelties, and bottled drinks
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, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 13, Sep 16, Sep 24
Ticket Price: $155-$179 per person, plus tax
Planning Notes
- Guests with an After Hours ticket do not need a theme park reservation.
- Entry begins at 7:00 PM, allowing several extra hours in the park before the event officially begins.
- Capacity is limited, and events often sell out in advance. Early purchase is recommended.
For more details and ticket purchases, visit DisneyWorld.com/AfterHours.
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