Just Announced: 2025 Disney After Hours Events Dates and Details

Hey Disney Vacationers! Big news is here: Walt Disney World is bringing back Disney After Hours events in 2025, and it’s going to be epic. If you’re a night owl or just want to experience the parks with fewer crowds, shorter wait times, and all the magic under the stars, then these are the events you don’t want to miss. Let’s dive into everything you need to know about the 2025 Disney After Hours events.

What are Disney After Hours Events?

Disney After Hours is a special, separately ticketed event that allows a limited number of guests to enjoy Disney’s most popular parks—Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT—after the parks have officially closed for the day. It’s like having a VIP pass to the park! You get in as early as 7 p.m. and can stay up to three hours after the park closes. Imagine experiencing your favorite rides with minimal wait times, hanging out with beloved Disney characters, and enjoying unlimited ice cream, popcorn, and select drinks all night long. Sounds like a dream, right?

Disney After Hours Event Times and Dates

Here’s the full breakdown of the event times and dates for each park, so you can start planning your magical nights now:

Magic Kingdom After Hours Dates and Times

Magic Kingdom is the quintessential Disney experience, and it’s even more enchanting at night. Ride the TRON Lightcycle / Run, join Tiana on her Bayou Adventure, or soar through the stars on Space Mountain—all with hardly any lines. Event times at Magic Kingdom are from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. You can enter the park as early as 7 p.m. to maximize the fun.

Event Dates at Magic Kingdom:

• 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 After Hours Dates and Times

At Hollywood Studios, the adventure is nonstop! Whether you’re a Star Wars fan ready to wield your lightsaber in Galaxy’s Edge, or a thrill-seeker itching to rock out on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, this park has something for everyone. Event times here are from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., except on select dates when they run from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Event Dates at Hollywood Studios:

• January: 22, 29
• February: 12, 19
• March: 5, 26 (10 p.m. to 1 a.m.)
• April: 1 (10 p.m. to 1 a.m.), 30
• May: 14, 28
• June: 4, 11, 25
• July: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
• August: 6, 20, 27
• September: 3

EPCOT After Hours Dates and Times

EPCOT transforms into a wonderland after dark, where you can enjoy the spectacular glow of Spaceship Earth and hop on incredible rides like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and Soarin’ Around the World. Event times are from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., with park entry allowed as early as 7 p.m.

Event Dates at EPCOT:

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

Disney After Hours Event Ticket Information

Let’s talk tickets! Disney After Hours tickets range in price, so you can pick what works best for you:

• Magic Kingdom: $175 to $185 (plus tax)
• EPCOT: $155 to $175 (plus tax)
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios: $155 to $185 (plus tax)

If you’re an Annual Passholder or a Disney Vacation Club member, you’re in luck—you can get specially priced tickets for EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. Tickets go on sale for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green on September 4. If you’re not staying at one of these locations, don’t worry; tickets will be available for everyone else starting September 10.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss 2025 Disney After Hours Events

Disney After Hours is the ultimate way to experience the parks with fewer crowds, shorter lines, and a special kind of magic that only happens after dark. Whether you’re visiting with friends, family, or flying solo, these events are packed with fun, excitement, and memories that will last a lifetime. So, grab your tickets, put on your favorite pair of Mickey ears, and get ready for a night of Disney magic in 2025!

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Meet the Author: Nate Bishop

I’m a die-hard Disney fan with 38 years of visits under my belt, having stepped into Disney World 120+ times. Proud to be a Disney Annual Passholder, a Vacation Club member since ’92, a Castaway Club Member, and a runDisney enthusiast. Oh, and I’ve graduated from the Disney College of Knowledge. Need Disney insights or planning tips? I’m your guy!