MNSSHP 2026 dates are official — 38 parties, earliest season ever, new roaming villains. Plus EPCOT Food & Wine runs 86 days this year, and Discovery Cove brings back Paradise Nights after 8 years.
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Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 Is Official — 38 Parties, Earliest Season Ever, New Roaming Villains
Disney has officially announced the 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates, kicking off the earliest Halloween season in the event's history with 38 party nights, new roaming Disney villains, and a first look at exclusive food and merchandise.
Tuesday's announcement broke across multiple outlets simultaneously: WDWNT called it "BREAKING," TouringPlans noted the season starts earlier than any previous year, and Attractions Magazine confirmed 38 scheduled parties — the most expansive MNSSHP ever. Disney also teased new roaming villain character interactions coming to the event, with Chip and Co publishing a sneak peek at exclusive food and merchandise. PhotoPass is already previewing spooky Magic Shots unique to party nights. Disney's MNSSHP season will begin in what Theme Park Insider's Robert Niles described as "starting this summer" — marking a notable calendar shift that makes the beloved Halloween party more of a summer tradition than ever. Tickets go on sale soon.
WDWNT → Attractions Magazine → Chip and Co →
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2026: Aug 27 – Nov 21, 86 Days
Disney has announced the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will run from August 27 through November 21 — 86 days of global cuisine, marketplace booths, and live entertainment at EPCOT.
Halloween · Merchandise
First Look: Disney's 2026 Halloween Merchandise Revealed for Parks and Disney Store
On Halfway to Halloween, Chip and Co published the first look at Disney's 2026 Halloween merchandise line — spooky ears, apparel, and collectibles heading to Disney parks and the Disney Store this fall.
Discovery Cove · After Hours
Discovery Cove Paradise Nights Returns After 8 Years — Now With a Sloth Encounter
After an eight-year hiatus, Paradise Nights is returning to Discovery Cove with a refreshed after-hours experience: cocktails at Serenity Bay, dinner at Laguna Grill, live entertainment — and a brand-new sloth encounter added to the lineup.
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Big Alligator Rescued From I-Drive Moved to Gatorland, Named Mr. Worldwide
A large alligator that was rescued from International Drive has been relocated to Gatorland — and the Orlando attraction has given their new resident the perfect name: Mr. Worldwide.
🎡 This Week in the Parks
Disney just mapped out your entire fall. 38 parties, 86 days of food and wine.
Tuesday was one of Disney's biggest announcement days of the year. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns with 38 dates — the most ever — and the season starts earlier than it ever has, stretching well into summer. EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival locks in 86 days from August 27 through November 21. And the first Halloween merchandise for 2026 is already out on Halfway to Halloween. Across Central Florida, Discovery Cove is reviving Paradise Nights after an eight-year break, now with a sloth encounter. Fall planning season just officially opened.
Disney: MNSSHP — 38 Parties Disney: EPCOT F&W — 86 Days Discovery Cove: Paradise Nights Returns Gatorland: Mr. Worldwide
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MagicBand+ Sales Now Officially Discontinued at Disneyland Resort
WDWNT confirmed Tuesday that Disneyland Resort is officially ending MagicBand+ sales on property — what started as a rumor last week is now official per an update from reporter Scott Gustin.
LEGOLAND Florida Launching FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience This Summer
LEGOLAND parks worldwide — including Florida — are debuting a FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience this summer, adding soccer-themed building challenges and interactive fun ahead of the tournament.
Disney Employees Are Using AI More Than a Billion Times a Week
A new report reveals the Walt Disney Company's AI adoption has reached a staggering scale internally — with more than one billion AI-assisted actions per week across the company's employees.
Six Flags Is Restoring a Classic Coaster's Original Name for America's 250th Birthday
To mark the United States' 250th anniversary on July 4, Six Flags is bringing back the original name of the world's first modern looping coaster — a patriotic tribute to a landmark in coaster history.
Dapper Day Spring Outing Is This Weekend at Walt Disney World
The beloved Dapper Day Spring Outing returns to Walt Disney World this weekend — the unofficial but hugely popular event where guests dress to the nines in vintage-inspired attire across the parks.
Disney Cruise Line Reveals 2026 Halloween on the High Seas Details
Disney Cruise Line has released planning details for its 2026 Halloween on the High Seas sailings — special themed experiences at sea timed to the Disney Halloween season on land.
"Get ready for nearly three full months of Halloween at the Walt Disney World Resort this fall. Did I just write 'fall?' Try, starting this summer."
On Disney's 2026 MNSSHP announcement — Robert Niles, Theme Park Insider
📅 Upcoming Events · Florida Parks
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days Begins
WDW Annual Passholder perks kick off — AP lounge, exclusive character greets & more. Thru Jul 31.
Star Wars Day + Butterbeer Cinnabon Debut
May the 4th celebrations at Disney parks; Butterbeer Classic Roll & Chillatta launch at Universal Cinnabon. Thru May 18.
Viva La Música at SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld's Latin music festival — two weekends, May 9–10 and May 16–17.
Glory in the Gardens at Busch Gardens Tampa
Two-weekend faith-based concert experience at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. May 16–17.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opens
The reimagined Hollywood Studios coaster debuts Memorial Day weekend with an all-Muppets set list.
EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Opens
86 days of global cuisine, marketplaces, and live entertainment at EPCOT. Thru Nov 21.
Bands, Brew & BBQ Begins at SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando's summer concert and food festival kicks off Independence Day weekend. Thru Aug 23.
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