Photo of Mickey Mouse in Halloween costume on Main Street at dusk
  • On Aug 27, 2026
    Cassandra from IN Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    We plan to attend Magic Kingdom during a Not so Scary day. We do not want to purchase tickets for this after hour event. Can we book a reservation at Liberty Tree Tavern for 5:45pm that evening and leave after we eat?

    Hi Cassandra, and welcome to planDisney! October is such a BOO-tiful time to be at Disney World, and especially Magic Kingdom. I just love seeing the pumpkin decorations all along Main Street, U.S.A.! It’s a magical place to be, even if you’re not attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. So let’s talk about enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern, which sounds like the perfect autumn meal!

    I chatted with a Cast Member who confirmed that the start time of your dining reservation needs to be within regular park hours if you don’t have a ticket to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Since Magic Kingdom typically closes to non-party guests at 6:00 p.m. on those nights, you can absolutely book a 5:45 p.m. reservation for Liberty Tree Tavern. In fact, this is a great way to maximize your time at Magic Kingdom that day! And after dinner, a Cast Member will escort your party to the front of the park since you’re not attending the party. Be sure to check the My Disney Experinece app or Disney World website for the exact park hours during your visit.

    If you’re looking for spooky vibes without going to the late-night Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, you might be interested in dining at Hollywood & Vine. During October, Minnie and her friends will be dressed in their festive Halloween outfits!

    I’m wishing you a spooktacular time at Disney World in just a few more weeks! And if you have any other questions, don’t hesitate to visit us again at planDisney.

    JoAnna
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Meet the Panelist: JoAnna, New York

Hi, friends! I’m JoAnna, an Imagineering nerd and dog mom from New York. I’ve traveled to all of the Disney parks around the globe, but Disney World will always be home.

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