Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Every year the Magic Kingdom holds a spooktacular Halloween party on select nights. This event is fun for the whole party because there is trick-or-treating throughout the night, a beautiful fireworks show themed around Halloween called Happy Hallowishes, a parade where the headless horseman makes an appearance and everyone's in costume, including your favorite characters, so make sure you come dressed as well!

This is a 'hard ticket' event, meaning that it is a separate ticket and price from the regular admission and it is only on select nights. Once you're there, you will be given a map marked with the locations where they give out candy and not to worry, because they will supply you with a trick-or-treat bag. You will get a discount if you purchase your tickets in advance but if you buy them at the resorts or that day you will pay full price. There are discounts for annual passholders and dvc members, just ask over the phone, when you purchase. Tickets go quickly!

Haunted Halloween Wagon Ride

Explore the woods of Disney's Fort Wilderness on a wagon ride. Your group will sit in a wagon, drawn by magnificent, large horses as your driver tells you creepy tales of mysterious travelers from long ago. Make sure your driver stays on your path, because it's said that the woods are roamed by a headless horseman who chases after the lost. But with over 700 acres of woods, it's easy to get lost...

This is a first come, first served ride, and tickets begin selling in the morning. Because of its popularity, there are no guarantees that you'll even get on if there is a wait and you haven't bought tickets. Tickets are $15 for anyone 10 and older and $10 for anyone 3-9. If you'll be at Disney in October, make sure you look into this!

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

Do you hear those screams of terror?

This creepy hotel will scare the socks off of you. Spend some Halloween fun at the Disney-MGM Studios, on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. This attraction allows you to meander up, through the walkway and gardens of the hotel and brings you into its lobby, where you'll find elevators and Rod Serling waiting to take you to your destination. Will you survive?

I've ridden this ride several times and it is one of my favorites at MGM-Studios. It's especially eerie at night, in the dark, when the plummet comes unexpectedly.

Warning! The attraction does have height and health restrictions so be sure to read the signs and take precautions. Also, make sure you get a FastPass! because this attraction is very popular.

Also, there is a rumor that there really is a ghost that dwells in this hotel. One that glides along mysteriously, but does not respond when called out to. Ask the cast members...

Halloween Outside of the Parks

You don't need to go to the parks for Halloween to have fun at Disney. The resorts often have fun things to do. Both Downtown Disney and Disney's BoardWalk offer trick-or-treating and also have other activities for the children and the young at heart. I've seen in the past few years that the BoardWalk has had a pumpkin carving contest, in which the guests are the judges and the cast members display their creative side. They also had a d.j. and candy for everyone. Other resorts offer displays and candy, just make sure to ask at the front desk or concierge, they usually have notice of what they will be doing.

The Writer's Stop

This tiny, nondescript shop is the perfect place to get off of your feet and enjoy a pastry and drink. You can also peruse their collection of books. It is located between the ABC Commissary and the Sci-Fi Dine-in Theater at Disney-MGM Studios. It's so small you'll miss it on your way to an attraction or eatery but they have a great assortment of gifts and souvenirs for those who like to draw, write or read. Once in a while they will have celebrities sign autographs there as well so keep an eye out!