Hey Nathaniel! You brought an excellent question to planDisney! Planning your park-going strategy on a party night is a great idea!
December is a popular month for party nights!
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is in full swing and will continue through December 20, 2025. When visiting Magic Kingdom Park on party days, it’s good to know that the park closes for non-party ticketholders at 6:00 PM. That means Guests not attending the party can get in line for an attraction right up until park closing time. As long as you are standing in line before the clock strikes 6:00 PM, you will be able to experience the attraction even once the park reaches closing time.
Once you experience the attraction, you will need to begin making your way out of Magic Kingdom Park. Cast Members will be stationed around the park directing non-party Guests to the exit. Cast Members will also scan Guest MagicBands as they attempt to get in line for attractions after 6:00 PM.
Nathaniel, keep in mind that Guests of Walt Disney World Resort hotels can take advantage of the
Early Theme Park Entry benefit! This means Guests staying in a hotel in the Disney Resorts Collection can enter the park 30 minutes before the posted opening time. If you are staying at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel, I recommend taking advantage of the benefit and staying until park closing time. Despite the earlier closing time, you’ll still feel like you’ve got a full Disney day at Magic Kingdom Park!
Dreams do come true!
Jonathan