Hello, Fall! Weather begins to cool, leaves begin to change and special seasonal offerings appear at Disney Parks and Resorts. Disney Meetings and Events is here to help you discover exciting experiences to get you in the festive fall spirit during your free time at Walt Disney World® Resort and Disneyland® Resort.

Walt Disney World® Resort 

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 

After a full day of meetings, enjoy the Magic Kingdom after dark with the happiest haunted happening – Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World® Resort. On select nights through November 1st, guests who purchase a special event ticket will watch the park transform before their eyes with exciting music, Spooktacular lighting effects and bewitching surprises. Enjoy enchanting entertainment such as the Cadaver Dans Barbershop Quartet, Boo-to-You Halloween Parade and Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular. Finally, watch as the skies come alive with the brand-new Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular featuring lasers, castle projections, fireworks and more. Party-goers can also book premium experiences during the party such as the Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party including sweet treats and private firework viewing either at the Plaza Garden or Tomorrowland Terrace. They can also dine in style at at Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way, a fiendishly fun event featuring reserved parade seating. 


Epcot International Food and Wine Festival 

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival has returned for a limited time through November 23rd. Attendees can shop, dine, and discover culinary delights from over 30 individual Global Marketplaces that celebrate cuisines from around the world. Check out this Foodie Guide to the 2019 festival for a complete list of offerings. 

Tailgaters, take note! Round out the excitement of your convention with a trip to Epcot to pair your football mania with festival fun. Reserve your spot for the new Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football, available select Sundays through November 17th. This 45-minute experience will pair gridiron grub with a beverage tasting inspired by the cities of pro teams playing each Monday night. Show your support and learn how to prepare the dishes for your next tailgate party. 

Another exciting element of the festival is the Eat to the Beat Concert Series which allows attendees to embrace their inner groupie with live performances at the America Gardens Theatre from some favorite musical artists. See the complete performance schedule here


Disneyland® Resort

Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party 

Disneyland® Resort is bringing a new event to Disney California Adventure® park this Halloween season: Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. This specially ticketed event treats guests to a multitude of new experiences including the new “World of Color” spectacular – “Villanous!”, an interactive “Descendants” – inspired dance party, a stage show with Mickey Mouse and a mysterious Disney villains walk-through experience. West-coast meeting attendees be sure to get your tickets now for this can’t-miss event! Tickets are available for most Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday nights now through October 31, 2019. To purchase your tickets, or for more information, head to the Disneyland website, any Disneyland® Resort Ticket Booth or call 714-781-4636. 

Oogie Boogie from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas © Disney

Whichever festive Fall experience you choose, it will be sure to delight your attendees! 

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