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Shorter Lines and Free Snacks? Disney After Hours Is Back in 2024!

Get ready for more nighttime magic in 2024! Popular Disney After Hours events are back at Walt Disney World Resort starting January, offering limited-capacity, separately ticketed experiences with lower wait times, favorite attractions, characters, and unlimited snacks.

Extra Magic After the Sun Sets

Disney After Hours allows a limited number of guests to enjoy Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT after they officially close for the day. From January through April 2024, attendees can enjoy:

  • Shorter wait times for top attractions
  • Meet-and-greets with Disney characters
  • Complimentary snacks like ice cream novelties, popcorn, and select beverages
  • Early park entry starting at 7 p.m.
Guests can snap a photo with a new platinum Mickey Mouse sculpture in World Celebration at EPCOT with Spaceship Earth in the background. The park is the home of the Disney100 celebration Sept. 22-Dec. 31, 2023 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista., Fla. (Amy Smith, Photographer)

When and Where to Enjoy Disney After Hours

Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Jan. 10–Apr. 10, 2024
Highlights: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Magic Kingdom Park: Jan. 11–Apr. 8, 2024
Highlights: TRON Lightcycle / Run (standby only), Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Jungle Cruise, and the return of the exclusive nighttime fireworks show Enchantment, in addition to Happily Ever After for early arrivals.

EPCOT: Feb. 2–Apr. 4, 2024
Highlights: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Test Track, Soarin’, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure

Ticket Details and Pricing

  • Prices range from $149 to $175 (plus tax), depending on the park and event date
  • Special discounts available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members

Tickets go on sale:

  • Nov. 7 for guests of Disney Resort hotels, Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green
  • Nov. 14 for all other guests at DisneyWorld.com/AfterHours

Why Disney After Hours Is Worth It

With fewer guests and more time to play, Disney After Hours gives fans a chance to:

  • Maximize favorite rides with minimal waits
  • See two nighttime spectaculars at Magic Kingdom
  • Snack freely with included treats and drinks
  • Capture stunning nighttime photos with iconic backdrops like Spaceship Earth
  • Don’t miss your chance to experience Walt Disney World in a whole new light—literally!

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