Disney After Hours Returns to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios in 2025 (2024)

Posted: Tuesday August 27, 2024 11:00am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Disney After Hours is making a comeback at Walt Disney World Resort in 2025, offering guests the chance to enjoy exclusive late-night access to some of the park’s most popular attractions.

This separately ticketed event allows a limited number of guests to explore Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT after they officially close for the day. Guests at the event can start their evening as early as 7 pm and stay in the parks for up to three hours after closing with shorter wait times for attractions, character meet-and-greets, and complimentary snacks, including ice cream, popcorn, and select beverages.

Disney After Hours

Event Schedule and Park-Specific Details

The Disney After Hours events for 2025 will begin on January 6 at Magic Kingdom, January 22 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and February 27 at EPCOT. The event hours vary by park: at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, events run from 10 pm to 1 am, while at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the events take place from 9:30 pm to 12:30 am.

Magic Kingdom will host its After Hours events on select nights from January through May. Guests can experience attractions like TRON Lightcycle / Run, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Space Mountain. No virtual queues will be in operation, with all attractions available via regular standby lines. The event dates for Magic Kingdom are:

  • January: 6, 13, 20, 27
  • February: 3, 10, 17, 24
  • March: 3, 17, 24, 31
  • April: 7, 28
  • May: 5, 12, 19

Disney’s Hollywood Studios offers guests the chance to explore Toy Story Land, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror with reduced wait times. The After Hours event dates for Hollywood Studios are:

  • January: 22, 29
  • February: 12, 19
  • March: 5, 26*
  • April: 1*, 30
  • May: 14, 28
  • June: 4, 11, 25
  • July: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
  • August: 6, 20, 27
  • September: 3

(*Events on March 26 and April 1 will run from 10 pm to 1 am)

At EPCOT, guests can enjoy nighttime rides on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, and Soarin’ Around the World. EPCOT’s After Hours event dates are:

  • February: 27
  • May: 8, 29
  • June: 19, 26
  • July: 10, 24, 31
  • August: 7, 14, 21, 28
  • September: 11, 25

Ticket Pricing and Availability

Tickets for Disney After Hours events range from $175 to $185 (plus tax) for Magic Kingdom, $155 to $175 (plus tax) for EPCOT, and $155 to $185 (plus tax) for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Special pricing is available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, with a $30 discount. Guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting September 4. All other guests can purchase tickets beginning September 10.

Disney After Hours at EPCOT

djlaosc3 days ago

We just went in June 2024, and Epcot After Hours was the only Disney Parks that we did.We did (between getting in 7pm and close at 1am):UK ShopsJapanese ShopsGermany ShopsMexico ShopsStarbucksGran Fiesta TourSpaceship EarthConnections ShopSoarin'Living with the LandLuminousGuardians x3Test TrackRemyNemo RideSnacks

Chip Chipperson4 days ago

When I did Epcot's AH last August my group was able to get Remy, Frozen, and GotG plus Soarin' and Figment (1 or both of those last 2 may have been before the park closed for day guests, my memory is fuzzy - but the others were all during AH hours) with a few breaks for the included snacks and drinks.

MisterPenguin4 days ago

I'm annoyed that the DAH in Epcot starts so late. It's obvious they want it to be after the Festival of the Arts, but, that's just dumb, because it will then take place during Flower and Garden. Why is it trying to avoid one Festival in place of another?There's a small window in which I can do both FotA and Epcot DAH in the same trip. Also... when Epcot's DAH is online.... what's there to do but Cosmic Rewind over and over again? Which I don't mind. I once used DAK's DAH to ride FoP 17 times.

jrhwdw4 days ago

So AH is a hint for Starlight. Looks like Memorial Weekend 2025?

Squishy4 days ago

Starlight won't debut until after MK afterhours ends.

jrhwdw4 days ago

Plus, we're also wondering if MK wants to continue the 2025 AH Season after Starlight opens. Of if Starlight needs to be Twice a Night for Weeks/Months before Party Seasons 2025, which would count AH out.......or at least DE.......

Starship8244 days ago

Magic Kingdom DAH ends in May. We're thinking it could be hint to the opening of Starlight but its just a guess.

Chip Chipperson4 days ago

There are dates in June that have been announced.

djlaosc4 days ago

It's what happened this year - they only announce the first few months, and then as they sell out, probably around January/February, they will announce June-September or something like that.We went in June this year, and we had to wait until the second announcement to get our dates.

Starship8244 days ago

Depending on when Starlight debuts I wonder if there will be a chance to watch HEA, DE and Starlight in the same night next year. If that ends up being true that sounds like a *heck* of a night.

jrhwdw4 days ago

Steve any thoughts on AH Season ending in May.......so far?

jrhwdw4 days ago

Wonderful! :) :) :) :) :) Reminder: DAH's DE does not hurt HEA in anyway and it's nice to see MK add another Fireworks Show! IDK why people can't see that....Yes , Wishes would have been a nice Surprise but still.

zulemara4 days ago

I’m an AP holder and basically decided I’ll go once a year to a party or after hours event so I can get on the rides that I refuse to pay for during the year. I only need my e-ticket fix once a year. The rest of the time I’m happy going on the less popular stuff and enjoying the shows and entertainment

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Disney After Hours Returns to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios in 2025 (2024)

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Disney After Hours Returns to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios in 2025? ›

Disney After Hours events will be returning to Hollywood Studios beginning on January 22 and confirmed through September 3, 2025. Prices for each date are listed below. Tickets range from $155 to $185, with a $30 per ticket discount available for Disney Vacation Club members and Annual Passholders.

Will there be Disney After Hours in 2025? ›

Disney After Hours is back at Walt Disney World Resort for 2025, offering late-night adventures for you and your family. These separately ticketed events are limited to a select number of guests, allowing you to enjoy Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT after they officially close for the day.

Is EPCOT free after 7pm at night? ›

Separate admission is required for Disney After Hours at EPCOT. Tickets are valid only for the selected date and specific event hours from 10:00 pm to 1:00 am. Early access to EPCOT begins at 7:00 pm, and no additional park reservation or ticket is needed. Parking is not included in the ticket price.

Does Hollywood Studios have extended magic hours? ›

Evening Extra Magic Hours are offered at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney's Hollywood Studios, but not (yet) at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Evening sessions are usually more crowded at the Magic Kingdom and the Studios than at Epcot. Those evening EMH crowds can be just as large as those throughout the day.

Is Magic Kingdom free after 7pm? ›

While this Disney After Hours event officially begins at 10:00 PM, your special event ticket enables you to enter Magic Kingdom park as early as 7:00 PM—when the park is still open to other Guests. You do not need a park reservation or additional ticket to enter the park at or after 7:00 PM.

Will Jollywood Nights return in 2024? ›

Celebrate the holiday season in style with a ticket to this 5-hour event in Disney's Hollywood Studios—select nights from November 9 to December 21, 2024! Special event tickets are available for purchase now.

What will happen in 2024 Disney? ›

Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland. Tiana's Bayou Adventure, inspired by The Princess and the Frog, will officially open at Disneyland on November 15, 2024. The attraction will immerse guests in the vibrant world of New Orleans.

Will Disney's Hollywood Studios have extended evening hours starting September 25 2024? ›

Beginning Wednesday, September 25, 2024 Extended Evening Hours will return to Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World from 9 pm to 11 pm, and the first Extended Evening Hours event at Disney's Animal Kingdom in 2024 is set for Friday October 11, 2024, from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Will there be Disney After Hours in 2024? ›

After Hours Event Dates at Magic Kingdom Park

Throughout Magic Kingdom Park, you can enjoy more than 20 attractions and experiences including the thrilling new TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Jungle Cruise on select nights starting Jan. 11 through April 8, 2024.

What is the difference between Disney after hours and extended magic hours? ›

Extended Evening Hours are open to guests of Disney Deluxe Resorts, Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts or other select hotels who have a valid theme park ticket for that day. After Hours are open to anyone with a specific After Hours Event ticket for that party date.

What food is free at Disney after hours? ›

Disney After Hours Dining & Shopping

Included in the cost of event admission are unlimited ice cream treats (Mickey bar, Mickey sandwich and strawberry bar), popcorn and select beverages (bottled water, Sprite, Coke, Diet Coke), available at carts stationed throughout the park once the event officially begins.

Is After Hours Hollywood Studios worth it? ›

Disney After Hours is definitely worth the cost considering how much you can get done, especially with the number of popular attractions at Hollywood Studios.

Is Magic Kingdom closing early June 2024? ›

Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom will have an early close on Friday, June 21, 2024. Park hours at Magic Kingdom for Friday, June 21, 2024, are 8 am to 7 pm, with early entry for resort hotel guests from 7:30 am to 8 am. Hours at the other Disney World parks on June 21 are: Disney's Animal Kingdom: 8 am to 8 pm.

Is Disney after hours year round? ›

Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom park takes place select nights from January 6 to May 19, 2025. This event takes place from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Event tickets are $175 to $185 per ticket, plus tax (prices vary by date). No discounts are available for Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom Park.

How long will 100 years of Disney last? ›

The year-long Disney 100th anniversary celebration started Jan. 27, 2023, at Disneyland Resort and hops over to Walt Disney World from Sept. 22 to Dec. 31, 2023.

Is Disney doing something for 100 years? ›

The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary in many of their theme parks. The company also released a movie and short film in tribute to this milestone. This year, the Walt Disney Company, commonly referred to as Disney, celebrated its 100th anniversary.

How many years does Disney exist? ›

The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Studios, the company's headquarters in Burbank, California, 2016
IndustryMedia Entertainment
PredecessorLaugh-O-Gram Studio
FoundedOctober 16, 1923
FoundersWalt Disney Roy O. Disney
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