Mickey and Minnie Statues in Front of Cinderella's Castle During Fireworks
  • On Jul 13, 2026
    Alejandro Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi! I have a Magic Kingdom ticket for my November trip. I’m really hoping to see Happily Ever After. Since there isn’t a Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on November 11, will Happily Ever After be offered that night? Thanks!

    Hi Alejandro! 

    Welcome to planDisney!

    Checking out the dates for this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party…you’re right! Magic Kingdom will not be hosting a party on November 11, 2026. Usually on those nights, Happily Ever After fireworks and the Starlight parade will be shown as usual. 

    As your trip gets closer, the Hours & Events calendar will update with showtimes for both of those. The calendar usually updates about two months in advance, but as a heads-up, I’ve noticed that the Starlight parade times often get added in a bit later than that. It’s always a good idea to double-check the showtimes right before your trip, though, as times can change. 

    It’s good to note that in my experience, on days when Magic Kingdom is not hosting a party, the crowds during the evening entertainment tend to be much larger than usual. So, I highly recommend finding a spot early if you’re hoping for a good view of the projections on Cinderella Castle during the fireworks. 

    As far as the Starlight parade goes, sometimes the parade is shown once per night, and sometimes it’s shown twice. If there happen to be two showings while you’re there and you’re up for staying at the park a bit later, I’ve found that it’s much easier to find a spot during the second parade. I love going back to Liberty Square or Frontierland to watch it from there. 

    I hope that helps! If you have any other questions as you continue to plan, feel free to come back and visit us!

    Jenn J. 

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Hello from Ohio! I’m Jenn–a physical therapist, wife, and mom of 3 boys…who look just like Huey, Dewey, and Louie if you squint! I grew up visiting “The Most Magical Place on Earth,” and now I consider Walt Disney World my home away from home. I have a healthy mix of Joy and Nostalgia when I’m at the Disney Parks, and I’m so excited to help you make lifelong memories on your next Disney vacation. Learn More About Jenn

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