Halloween at Disney World Without MNSSHP: What to Do & Wear
- Ashlie & Lauren
- Aug 21, 2024
- 5 min read
Updated: 19 hours ago
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Halloween at Walt Disney World is truly a spooktacular time, and while Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is the star of the show, there are still plenty of Halloween offerings, even if you’re not attending the after-hours event. Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Epcot all offer a little something during the day. So, if you’re visiting any of those parks during your vacation, we’ll share what they are, and, of course, outfit ideas to match the Halloween theme! If you are looking for a more customized look, you can check out our outfit planning services where we work one-on-one with you to create outfits that are unique to your style and size!
We will share both comfortable and dressy looks for you to choose from! We have linked a lot of the items you will see, but if you are interested in every single item, you can find those over on our Patreon, where all paid members have access to our social media and blog outfits!
Magic Kingdom Halloween Outfits for Disney
This is the most decorated park out of the four Walt Disney World theme parks. Because it is the host of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary-Halloween Party, you can find adorable scarecrows, fall bunting, and Mickey wreaths as early as August. Jack-o-lanterns also line the tops of the buildings on Main Street, and we highly recommend taking the time to check them out, as they are unique to each building.
During MNSSHP party days, Magic Kingdom does close early at 6 p.m. for non-party guests, however, this often makes for low crowds. So, if you’re not concerned about fireworks and want to focus on just rides for the day, this might actually be a great day to go!
We focused on two themes for outfit ideas for Magic Kingdom if you’re visiting during the Halloween season. Since August is still very toasty in Florida, we came up with some looks that will also keep you cool and comfortable. These outfits are perfect for taking photos on Main Street during Halloween. With the backdrops of Mickey wreaths and Jack-o-lanterns, you can rest assured that your outfits will be cute and on theme!
Boo to You Halloween Outfit for Disney
We paired this look with a faux leather skirt to give it some spooky edge, but you can easily swap it out for a cotton skort if you’re worried about melting in the Florida heat. We mixed the pumpkins with some Mickey bats to bring in some other Halloween elements, but you can add in your own favorite accessories!
Halloween Outfit for Disney
If staying cool, but also looking cute is a priority for you, we highly recommend an athletic dress. This one is particularly wonderful because you don’t have to take the entire dress off when you use the bathroom!
Epcot Halloween Outfits for Disney
During the Halloween season, Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival takes the main stage, so there isn’t any main decor or special events. However, there is one activity that is fun for the entire family! Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit is a pumpkin-themed scavenger hunt throughout World Showcase that runs August 29th-November 1 (or while supplies last). Once you grab a game board at either Port of Entry, Creations Shop, or World Traveler, you can begin your hunt and mark your findings on your card.
Once you find all of the pumpkins, you can return to any of the shops where game boards are available and claim your prize! While you do have to purchase the game boards, you do NOT have to finish the game to claim your prize.
You can also spread this activity out over multiple days, so it’s a fun way to celebrate the season here at Epcot. We created just a couple of outfits that work perfectly in this theme park!
Pluto Halloween Outfit for Disney
This outfit was inspired by the star of the scavenger hunt, Pluto. We also kept the ears neutral to give an option to re-wear them with another outfit, but they are still on theme for the skeleton vibes!
Muppet Halloween Outfit for Disney
This outfit is purely based on our love for The Muppets. While their isn't a lot of Muppet representation left at the parks, Epcot's Food and Wine Festival usually brings along the Muppet Labs. You can also find Sam the Eagle over in the America pavilion, but it's nice to see them at Epcot during the fall season!
Halloween Outfits for Hollywood Studios at Disney
Disney’s Hollywood Studios has all of the potential to be one of the best Halloween themed parks on property…and yet...it has almost no spooky offerings. With Hollywood Tower of Terror right on Sunset Blvd, it is kind of mind-blowing that Disney doesn’t take advantage of the already spooky vibes or do an overlay at Rockin’ Rollercoaster to some Halloween songs. But hey, a girl can dream.
The only offering at Hollywood Studios is Minnie’s Halloween Dine. This is a seasonal dining experience at Hollywood and Vine for only lunch and dinner. It typically starts around late August, but check with Disney’s site or your travel agent for more precise dates for your trip if this is something you’re interested in!
It is an all-you-can-eat buffet where you can find characters such as Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, or Mickey in their Halloween costumes. Ashlie’s family ate here when Covid restrictions were still in place, and her kids had a wonderful time. It’s always fun to see Mickey and friends in special outfits. Reservations are highly recommended, and the price can be slightly higher during seasonal offerings.
Minnie Witch Halloween Outfit for Disney
Our outfit idea was inspired by the host of the dining experience, Minnie Mouse. We love her outfit for this Halloween meal, so we incorporated elements of her look with purples, oranges, and witch-themed accessories to tie it all together.
Even though this is one of our least favorite rides at Disney (we hate drops!), we still love the spooky ambiance this iconic attraction brings to the table. The queue of the ride is perfect for setting the stage for this frightful experience. This is a great way to get into the Halloween spirit.
Tower of Terror Outfit for Disney
This is for all the pink Halloween girlies. We thought Sabrina Carpenter was the perfect way to mash up this iconic ride with pretty in pink vibes. If lace shorts aren't your thing, bike shorts or even a skirt would work as well.
Halloween is our favorite time of year, and celebrating it at the most magical place on earth is truly special. Even if you don’t grab a ticket to MNSSHP, we hope you can find a new tradition or celebrate an old one during these fall months. We love being able to plan outfits based on Halloween and hope you find these outfits helpful!
And remember, theme park fashion doesn’t have to be complicated, it just has to make you smile!