Disney World Expands Popular After Hours Events to Include Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom
Disney After Hours is a series of special ticketed events where Walt Disney World theme parks remain open after hours for the exclusive use of party guests. This is a fantastic way to enjoy all that the parks have to offer without the heaving crowds. Disney reported today that the After Hours events currently held at Magic Kingdom have become so wildly popular that Disney World has made the decision to expand their After Hours offerings to include both Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom.
What Is Disney After Hours?
For those unfamiliar with Disney After Hours, these evening events give guests the opportunity to experience the theme parks for 3 hours after regular park hours. The event boasts short wait times, special experiences and character greetings. Special tickets are required for the event which also provides guests with full admission to the parks starting at 7pm on the night of your After Hours party. Ice cream, popcorn and select beverages are also included in the cost of your After Hours tickets!
Here’s a look at what you can expect at each park during these exciting nights out.
After Hours – Magic Kingdom:
During these special evening at Disney World’s most iconic theme park, you can enjoy some of your favorite attractions including Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Jungle Cruise, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Space Mountain. Tickets can currently be purchased for After Hours Events held on the following dates:
- November 26, 2018
- December 3, 2018
- December 10, 2018
- January 7, 2019
- January 17, 2019
- January 24, 2019
- January 28, 2019
- February 7, 2019
- February 14, 2019
- February 28, 2019
- March 7, 2019.
Tickets can be purchased by contacting your Travel Agent or online directly through Disney here.
After Hours – Animal Kingdom:
Guests can enjoy the best that the Animal Kingdom has to offer including the bioluminescent splendor of Pandora- The World of Avatar as well as Tree of Life Awakenings (pictured above.) Guests can enjoy some of the parks most popular attractions without the heaving crowds. Select food and beverage locations will remain open throughout the event for purchases. Dates have just been announced for this exclusive evening event. These are as follows:
- December 4, 2018
- December 12, 2018
- December 18, 2018
- January 8, 2019
- January 16, 2019
- January 22, 2019
- January 31, 2019
- February 5, 2019
- February 6, 2019
- February 12, 2019
- February 26, 2019
- March 5, 2019
- March 20, 2019
- March 27, 2019
- April 3, 2019
After Hours – Hollywood Studios:
The buzz (and the lines) have been so huge for Disney’s new Toy Story Land that now is your chance to enjoy attractions like Slinky Dog Dash and Alien Swirling Saucers without the giant wait times. Other attractions available during this special evening offering include Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Toy Story Mania! and Tower of Terror. During Hollywood Studios, after hours select quick-service restaurants will also remain open for purchases throughout the evening. Event nights at Hollywood Studios are as follows:
- December 8, 2018
- December 15, 2018
- December 22, 2018
- January 5, 2019
- January 12, 2019
- January 19, 2019
- February 2, 2019
- February 9, 2019
- February 16, 2019
- March 2, 2019
- March 9, 2019
- March 16, 2019
- March 23, 2019
- March 30, 2019
- April 6, 2019
- April 30, 2019.
Tickets for Disney After Hours events at Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios will go on sale November 15th. Purchase your tickets by contacting the Disney Reservation Center at 407.939.7795.
The cost to attend an After Hours event at Walt Disney World is $125 plus tax for an advance purchase or $129 plus tax for purchases on the day. Disney Vacation Club Members and Annual Passholders will receive a discount price of $95 plus tax.
Readers are encouraged to keep following along with MickeyBlog for the latest Disney After Hours news and updates.
Considering Giving the Gift of Disney this Holiday Season? Its never been easier! Simply fill out our form below to receive your FREE, no-obligation quote from MickeyTravels.
Want help planning your magical Disney getaway? As an agent with MickeyTravels, I can work with you to find your perfect package, add special touches to make your stay truly magical and will be with you every step of the way to make sure all your plans fall into place including FastPass and dining reservations. I’ll also make sure that you are always getting the best discounts available even after you’ve booked!– All at no extra charge. Email me at MRoden@mickeytravels.com or follow me on Facebook to find out more.