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Halloween Preparations Ramp Up at US Disney Parks

· 12 updates · By MagicHop

Walt Disney World

  • Halloween Decorations Up Ahead of Early MNSSHP at Magic Kingdom: Magic Kingdom is adorned for Halloween in preparation for the earliest Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. Note that several event dates are already sold out. 2

  • Magic Kingdom Lightning Lane Premier Pass Drops to Record Low $299: The price for this popular pass has decreased to $299 for August, offering savings for visitors. 3

  • Haunted Mansion Exterior Refurbishment Almost Complete: Nearing completion, the refurbishment includes final landscaping work, with most scrim removed. 9

  • New Muppets Additions at Hollywood Studios Confirmed: Muppets will now feature on Sunset Boulevard, moving from their previous courtyard location. 8

  • New Permit Filed for Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway: A construction permit suggests upcoming maintenance work, though specific details are not disclosed. 10

  • Magic Kingdom Parade Changes This Week: Starting August 7, a single daily parade will occur at 2 PM through at least October 31. 12

Disneyland Resort

  • Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort Scheduled: Halloween Time runs from August 21 to October 31, with tickets and reservations now available. 1

  • Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween Decorations Installed: Decorations at Disney California Adventure are ready for the Oogie Boogie Bash starting August 18. The event features various attractions but excludes the Frightfully Fun Parade. 5

  • Disneyland Park Expansion Update: Expansions at Avengers Campus are in progress, with additional plans for Avatar and Coco-themed attractions. 7

  • Details Released for 2026 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival: Guests can enjoy new and returning dishes, exclusive dining areas, and add-on seminars. Discounts are available for Magic Key Holders. 11

  • Shops Reopening and One Closing in Radiator Springs: Three shops have reopened, while one has permanently closed. 6

  • Disneyland Confirms Potential Park Reopening Delay: Disneyland's reopening may extend past its initial date due to state guideline postponements, affecting hotel operations. 4

Sources

  1. [1]Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort Scheduled· disneyland.disney.go.com
  2. [2]Halloween Decorations Up Ahead of Early MNSSHP at Magic Kingdom· disneytouristblog.com
  3. [3]Magic Kingdom Lightning Lane Premier Pass Drops to Record Low $299 in August 2026· wdwmagic.com
  4. [4]Disneyland Confirms Potential Park Reopening Delay· micechat.com
  5. [5]Halloween Decorations Installed for Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure· insidethemagic.net
  6. [6]Shops Reopening and One Closing in Radiator Springs· unknown
  7. [7]Disneyland Park Expansion Update· allears.net
  8. [8]New Muppets Additions at Hollywood Studios Confirmed· insidethemagic.net
  9. [9]Haunted Mansion Exterior Refurbishment Almost Complete at Magic Kingdom· wdwnt.com
  10. [10]New Permit Filed for Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway· disneyfoodblog.com
  11. [11]Details Released for 2026 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival· laughingplace.com
  12. [12]Magic Kingdom Parade Changes This Week· allears.net

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