Seasonal Parties
Disney World offers 3 seasonal parties with each one requiring an additional ticket that anyone can purchase. These events happen only on select nights from August to the end of December. On each event night you can get into the park using the special event ticket before the event begins (start time varies by event), no need for a day ticket. These events sell out fast so make sure to book your tickets early.
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party
These events begin in early August and continue on select nights (typically 3 nights a week) ending on Halloween night. This event includes the iconic Boo To You Parade and Disney's Not So Spooky Spectacular Fireworks. You can also follow a treat trail to fill your Halloween bag (provided) with candy. There is also special event merchandise as well as snacks that can not be purchased any other time.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
These events begin in early November and continue on select nights, typically ending a couple nights before Christmas. During this event you can meet special characters such as Jack and Sally from Nightmare Before Christmas and of course Santa. Highlights include Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade and Minnie's Wonderful Christmas Time Fireworks. There is also special event merchandise as well as snacks that can not be purchased any other time.
Jollywood nights
These events begin in early November and continue on select nights, typically ending a couple nights before Christmas. This event includes the Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam show along with various entertainment such as What's This Nightmare Before Christmas Sing Along and Holidays In Hollywood featuring the Muppets. There are numerous locations to purchase drinks and bites that harken back to the holidays in old Hollywood. There is also special event merchandise as well as snacks that can not be purchased any other time.