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Credit: DisneyDisney After Hours Event returns for 2025! Here are the details and dates to experience this exclusive late-night access at Walt Disney World Resort!
Walt Disney World has officially announced the return of Disney After Hours for 2025. This event provides a unique opportunity for guests to experience the parks after regular hours, offering an exclusive late-night access option that many will appreciate. Attendees can explore Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT in a more intimate setting, as the number of participants is limited to enhance the experience.
Start Time and Duration
Disney After Hours events will kick off at various parks on scheduled dates starting in early 2025. Guests are able to enter the parks as early as 7 p.m., providing a full evening of fun before the special event officially begins.
At Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, the event runs from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Meanwhile, Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests can enjoy extended hours from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Special Attractions Available
During these events, visitors can experience multiple popular attractions with shorter wait times. Notable rides such as TRON Lightcycle / Run and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be accessible during the event at Magic Kingdom, while EPCOT will feature attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.
Detailed Schedule by Park
Magic Kingdom After Hours Event Dates
The Magic Kingdom will host Disney After Hours on select nights throughout January to May 2025. The scheduled dates include:
- January: 6, 13, 20, 27
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February: 3, 10, 17, 24
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March: 3, 17, 24, 31
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April: 7, 28
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May: 5, 12, 19
Disney’s Hollywood Studios After Hours Dates
Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios can enjoy After Hours on the following dates:
- January: 22, 29
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February: 12, 19
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March: 5, 26 (10 p.m. to 1 a.m.)
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April: 1 (10 p.m. to 1 a.m.), 30
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May: 14, 28
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June: 4, 11, 25
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July: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
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August: 6, 20, 27
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September: 3
EPCOT After Hours Event Dates
EPCOT will feature After Hours on these dates:
- February: 27
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May: 8, 29
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June: 19, 26
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July: 10, 24, 31
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August: 7, 14, 21, 28
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September: 11, 25
Ticket Pricing and Discounts
General After Hours Ticket Prices
Ticket prices for Disney After Hours events vary depending on the park. For 2025, guests can expect to pay:
- Magic Kingdom After Hours: $175 to $185 (plus tax)
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EPCOT After Hours: $155 to $175 (plus tax)
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios After Hours: $155 to $185 (plus tax)
Currently, Disney is not offering Animal Kingdom After Hours. You’ll have to enjoy this Walt Disney World Resort theme park during regular park hours.
Special Discounts
Discounts are available for Disney After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney After Hours at EPCOT only.
Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can save $30 per ticket. Cast Members can also save on select nights.
Sales Dates for Guests
For those looking to attend, ticket sales will begin on September 4, 2024, for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels or similar accommodations. General ticket sales will open to the public on September 10, 2024, allowing more people to secure their spots for these exciting events.
Guest Experience Highlights
Shorter Wait Times
One of the key attractions of Disney After Hours is the significantly lower wait times for rides and attractions. With limited capacity, guests can ride their favorite attractions with much less hassle, making the experience even more enjoyable. Popular attractions such as Space Mountain, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Slinky Dog Dash, Toy Story Mania, and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train will be available during the late-night events.
Complimentary Snacks Provided
Visitors can indulge in complimentary snacks, including ice cream, popcorn, and select drinks, adding value to the ticket price. This perk not only enhances the overall experience but also helps guests recharge between rides and festive activities.
Character Meet and Greets
Additionally, character meet and greets are an integral part of the Disney experience during Disney After Hours. Guests will have the opportunity to snap photos during a beloved Disney character greeting in a more relaxed setting, thereby enriching their visit to the parks.
Walt Disney World is excited to welcome fans back to Disney After Hours in 2025, promising a memorable experience filled with magic and adventure. For further updates and details, guests are encouraged to keep an eye on upcoming Disney News.
Are you making plans to enjoy Disney After Hours in 2025? Let us know in the comments!