There's a lot of excitement as guests begin to enter the park in their Halloween costumes. Although the party officially begins at 7pm, those with a party ticket can begin entering as early as 4pm. Party guests must pick up a wrist band to stay in the park after 7pm (the time when "regular" guests must exit the park).
The park is decorated for Halloween. Including cute snack shop not far from Cinderella's Castle.
I really loved the eyeball balloons at this year's Halloween Party. Creative...
Both children and adults dress up in costume for the party. As you might guess, many costumes are themed after Disney characters including this group of adults dressed as Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinkerbell and Captain Hook (one of the best groups we saw).
This Alice in Wonderland pair smiled for the camera...
Guests often ask if it is worth it to buy tickets for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. It is a difficult question to answer.
There are speciall events and activities that you will only see as a party guest. This includes a special Halloween Parade led by the Headless Horseman (don't miss him). My favorite part of the parade are the grave diggers who do a choreographed routine that includes sparks as their shovels hit the pavement.
My favorite part of the whole night are the special Hallowishes Fireworks. Great show and fantastic music. Love it.
Of course, there are trick-or-treat stations where guests can fill their bags with candy treats (kids and adults).
On the downside, although it is a limited-attendance event, it can still get crowded in certain areas of the park. Especially, Main Street. As the party begins, it can be shoulder-to-shoulder.
Other areas of the park can be less crowded. Just before the party officially started, the wait time for Disney's Haunted Mansion was only 15 minutes.
The party does not come cheap. When we first attended a few years ago, ticket prices were about half the cost of regular admission (and we gladly paid). Today, you'll pay as much as $70 for an adult and not much less for a child. Prices are lower on select party dates and some guests may also be eligible for discounts (advance purchase, annual passholders, DVC members and military). For comparison, the price of a regular one-day admission ticket is $90.
If you go, have fun and dress up in costume (although it is not required). Disney, of course, sells costumes in the Magic Kingdom park and at all resort gift shops. This little girl Snow White costume will cost $65 in the park.
Looking for something a little more low key? You can also buy Disney Halloween T-shirts and various designs of mouse ears among other options.