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Halfway to Halloween 2022: What’s New at Disney Parks and Beyond

Spring is in the air at Walt Disney World with the EPCOT International It’s time for Halfway to Halloween, an annual event that previews all the spooky fun coming to Disney Parks and beyond for the Halloween season. This year’s celebration promises exciting announcements, fan-favorite events, and wicked surprises!

Hocus Pocus 2: The Sanderson Sisters Return

The highly anticipated Hocus Pocus 2 will debut just in time for Halloween 2022! It’s been 29 years since the original film, and Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy reprise their roles as the mischievous Sanderson Sisters. In this sequel, three young women accidentally bring the sisters back to modern-day Salem, and they must stop the child-hungry witches from wreaking havoc again.

Expect plenty of cross-promotional opportunities at Disney Parks, including new experiences tied to the Hocus Pocus franchise.

Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy all return to reprise their rolls as the Sanderson Sisters in Hocus Pocus 2
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy all return to reprise their rolls as the Sanderson Sisters in Hocus Pocus 2

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Returns to Magic Kingdom

Return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort
Return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort

🎃 Dates: 37 select nights from August 12 to October 31, 2022. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is back at Magic Kingdom! This hard-ticket event offers family-friendly frights, exclusive entertainment, and festive fun.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade, led by the Headless Horseman.
  • Not-So-Spooky Spectacular, hosted by Jack Skellington, with fireworks and projections.
  • Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular at Cinderella Castle, featuring the Sanderson Sisters.
  • Halloween overlays are available on attractions such as Space Mountain, Mad Tea Party, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor.
  • Trick-or-treating throughout Magic Kingdom, with event-exclusive 50th Anniversary keepsakes.

Tickets range from $109 to $199, with early access for resort guests starting May 12.

Return of Oogie Boogie Bash and new ‘Dark Variant’ Characters Coming to Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort

Return of Oogie Boogie Bash and new ‘Dark Variant’ Characters Coming to Avengers Campus at Disneyland Resort

Oogie Boogie Bash Returns to Disneyland Resort

On the West Coast, Disneyland Resort will host the popular Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure. This hard-ticket event transforms the park into a spooky wonderland filled with character encounters, immersive trails, and live entertainment.

Look out for new Halloween costumes for Mickey and Minnie in Disneyland Park! Plus, Avengers Campus will welcome “Dark Variant” characters, offering a haunting twist to superhero meet-and-greets.

Hot Coco Bomb Halloween at Disney Springs

Hot Coco Bomb Halloween at Disney Springs

Halfway to Halloween Foodie Highlights

Disney Parks are celebrating Halfway to Halloween with limited-time food offerings:

  • Disneyland: Cheddar Pickle Dog and Spooky Churros (available through May 4).
  • Magic Kingdom: Jack Skellington popcorn buckets and Lady on the Gravestone 50th Anniversary Chamber Pop in Liberty Square.
  • Disney Springs: The Ganachery’s Sister’s Elixir Hot Cocoa Bomb and exclusive goodies at Gideon’s Bakehouse, including Pumpkin Spice Shadow Cake, Frankenstein Cake, and Valentina Cake.
Updates from Disney Cruise Line ‘Halloween on the High Seas’
Updates from Disney Cruise Line ‘Halloween on the High Seas’

Disney Cruise Line’s Halloween on the High Seas

The Disney Wish will debut Halloween on the High Seas with brand-new experiences, including Minnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle Cow dressed as the Sanderson Sisters! The Grand Hall’s enchanted Pumpkin Tree, named Boo, will captivate guests with its magical story, inspired by Cinderella’s iconic carriage transformation.

Beginning in August, guests can shop the brand-new collection themed after Walt Disney’s Silly Symphonies, Skeleton Dance. Spooky, scary, skeletons dance along a crew neck, hooded sweatshirt, and zip up jacket to name a few as they make their way to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and shopDisney.
Beginning in August, guests can shop the brand-new collection themed after Walt Disney’s Silly Symphonies, Skeleton Dance. Spooky, scary, skeletons dance along a crew neck, hooded sweatshirt, and zip up jacket to name a few as they make their way to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and shopDisney.
Beginning in August, guests can shop the brand-new collection themed after Walt Disney’s Silly Symphonies, Skeleton Dance. Spooky, scary, skeletons dance along a crew neck, hooded sweatshirt, and zip up jacket to name a few as they make their way to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and shopDisney.
Halfway to Halloween 2022: What’s New at Disney Parks and Beyond Merchandise Preview
Beginning in August, guests can shop the brand-new collection themed after Walt Disney’s Silly Symphonies, Skeleton Dance. Spooky, scary, skeletons dance along a crew neck, hooded sweatshirt, and zip up jacket to name a few as they make their way to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and shopDisney.
Halfway to Halloween 2022: What’s New at Disney Parks and Beyond Merchandise Preview
Beginning in August, guests can shop the brand-new collection themed after Walt Disney’s Silly Symphonies, Skeleton Dance. Spooky, scary, skeletons dance along a crew neck, hooded sweatshirt, and zip up jacket to name a few as they make their way to Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and shopDisney.
Halfway to Halloween 2022: What’s New at Disney Parks and Beyond Merchandise Preview

Get Ready for the Halloween Season

From Disney Cruise Line to Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Halfway to Halloween offers a sneak peek at what’s to come. Whether you’re a fan of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or looking forward to Hocus Pocus 2, there’s no shortage of tricks and treats in store. Stay tuned for more details as we count down to the spookiest time of the year!

 

 

 

 

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