2018 has flown by insanely quick. Plus, it is almost the holiday season yet again! If any place knows how to do the holiday right, it is Walt Disney World. The entire park completely transforms into a Winter Wonderland. Also, you wouldn’t believe how much Christmas decor is all around you. Every year, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom hosts the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas party on specific dates in November and December.
The Christmas Party has exclusive shows, fireworks, merchandise, and even treats and food! Trust me, as we enjoyed Mickey’s Very Christmas Party for the first time last year.
Plus, we are headed back to Walt Disney World next month to take part in this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, too!
So, today I am going to be sharing with you all of the insider tips to make your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party experience the absolute best it can be.
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The 7 Most Magical Tips for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
1. Plan Early
If you intend on attending the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party I would get your tickets as soon as possible. Why? Because it is an event in which you need a specific ticket, starting at $105 each. These tickets are limited. Plus, they go quick. So, I would highly recommend purchasing in advance if at all possible. EZ Dis Instant Travel Specialists can help to book this special ticketed event and more.
2. Come Early
Although the party doesn’t start until 7:00 PM guests can enter the park as early as 4:00 PM. I would highly recommend getting there as early as you can. See I know personally. For this reason, we got to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party much earlier than the start time of 7 pm. We plan on doing the same this year, as well.
3. Don’t Miss the Special Events
During the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, there are special events that only take place during the actual party. For starters, Jungle Cruise turns into Jingle Cruise. So, they make things more festive and merry throughout the whole ride. Not all attractions are open during the party but I would definitely recommend not missing out on the Jingle Cruise during your holiday party experience.
Look it’s snowing on Main Street in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom!
Plus, it snows on Main Street. There is also a Christmas Party fireworks show, as well as a party themed parade. There are even special characters, such as the princesses with her princes only out during this Christmas party. These characters are available for photos and autographs.
4. Grab a Complimentary Snack
You can find complimentary apple slices and apple juice at cookie and cocoa stations. This food offering is another excellent way to make the most of your money and get yourself a healthy snack for you and the kiddos.
But you can also get special holiday cookies, snowman pretzels, hot cocoa, apple cider and snow cones for your sweet tooth, as well. All of these snacks are FREE and included in the price of your party ticket.
5. Meet Santa
You can’t possibly attend the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party without meeting Santa Claus! You can find him in front of the Candy Cane Garden. Here you can also take a picture for a lasting memory. The Candy Cane Garden is iconic, and it does make for a beautiful photo for a memento of your trip!
6. Get a Piece of Exclusivity
As I stated before the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has exclusive merchandise, souvenirs, and food! I would highly recommend making sure you get your hands on some of this exclusive merch! You can find ornaments, pins, and all sorts of other pieces that are solely exclusive to the party.
7. Dress for the Occasion
After all, it is a Christmas themed party. Even Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theater is dressed for the occasion!
So, wearing some holiday cheer goes a long way. Whether you wear a holiday-themed sweater or shirt or even a Santa hat, you can’t go wrong.
So pretty all lit up and ready to party!
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So what are you waiting for?
The Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a phenomenal experience. If you are thinking about making the Christmas season extra special this year, I would recommend making a trip to the party. It is a bit more on the expensive side, but with all the added bells and whistles at the party, I think it is well worth the cost. I hope these tips make your experience as unique as it has for our family.
Have you attended Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?
Now, share with me in the comments.
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Meredith Spidel says
This would be SO FUN to do with my kiddos–thanks for all the helpful tips! And what a sweet giveaway!
Janine says
Aw, so happy to share some fun and helpful tips. Also fingers crossed for you for the giveaway, too!! 🙂
Dara says
I would make sure to meet party exclusive characters if at all possible if I attended the party!
Janine says
Dara, the exclusive characters are truly the best during this party!! 🙂
Jen says
Woo-hoo, just entered and have my fingers crossed. Christmas with Disney is pretty magical!
Janine says
Omg, Christmas at Disney is truly the best! And wishing you tons of luck on the giveaway, too Jen 🙂
William Holland says
You almost make me sad that I’ve never been to Disneyland…almost! Your joy of it is infectious, and I’m sure your daughters feel the same.
Wishing you a very Happy Tuesday, my friend!
Janine says
Aw, thanks Bill and seriously this is my happy place. I just love it at Disney World. Nothing like it for me. Oh and you are right, my kids right now feel the same. Happy Tuesday right back at you 🙂
Tamara says
I want to go so badly. We only ever go in January because of the weather and lack of crowds, but I have to do at least one Halloween and one Christmas celebration there!
Christine Carter says
This all looks GLORIOUSLY FUN! My gosh, the MAGIC! I can’t imagine the experience kids and parents can have at Disney for this amazing Christmas event. Just WOW.
Thanks for the helpful tips, Janine!
Janine says
My pleasure and yes it seriously is the best event at the holidays by far, my friend 🙂
Nellie Acevedo says
Christmas in Disney is SOOO magical and I appreciate your tips!! I think the come early tip applies all year long LOL
Janine says
I think you are so right about that, too 😉
Diane ROARK says
Janine,
Visiting Disney is always magical but especially at Christmas time. It is breathtaking. As a Disney fan, I love reading your tips.
Many blessings,
Diane
Janine says
Aw, thanks Diane and I couldn’t agree more with you about Disney at Christmas Time – it is just the best!! 🙂
Rosey says
We are overdue for a trip to Disney. 🙂 I love the hat. Thanks for hosting. Have an awesome weekend!
Janine says
My pleasure and hope you entered, too 😉
William Holland says
I hope you do well financially on this blog, because it is a perfect example of how to do a blog. Very professional, good information, presented with just the right amount of personal information…..it may not apply to me, but I can still appreciate it.
And I appreciate you, Janine!
Janine says
Aw, thank you Bill. As for money here, I do what I can. But I can honestly say Disney is just something that I love. So writing about it here really isn’t a stretch for me by any means. Happy Sunday and I appreciate you so much, too 🙂
Carolyn Garcia says
Hi Janine, Carolyn Garcia here, Thank you so much for the tips. They will come in handy especially for my three granddaughters. I wanted to let you know such beautiful pictures above of you and your family. God has blessed you and your family as well as me in many ways! Again thanks for the tips and I did sign up for the Santa Hat, I will keep my fingers crossed, you are an inspiration Janine, Have a wonderful day, Your friend Carolyn.
Janine says
What can I say, but many thanks Carolyn and truly so happy to have you as a friend and follower here. Happy Sunday now 🙂
Graham Rand says
I hope my family and I can see WDW during Christmas time for ourselves someday, I’ve always thought it looks so amazing. Plus I’d definitely take the colder temps and snow over stifling heat and humidity we had when we went in September! I’m not that big of a wimp when it comes to heat, I swear, but that Florida heat was killin’ me.
Janine says
Graham, you’d love the weather in late November and December. When we were there the high temperatures were in the high 70s and lows 55-60. So perfect moderate temps. And the snow on Main Street is fun, too.