Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns

If you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World during November and December this year then you should definitely make time to join the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

This is a hard-ticketed event that takes place at the Magic Kingdom after hours on select evenings throughout November and December. The special holiday entertainment including Castle Dreamlights, an enchanting parade, a nighttime fireworks spectacular, Disney character greetings, tasty treats, “snow” on Main Street, U.S.A. plus the most popular Magic Kingdom attractions.

The 18 dates for 2008 have been announced as: November 10, 11, 14, 16, 20, 21, 30 and December 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19.  The fun begins at 7 p.m., after regular park hours.

Admission to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party requires a separate ticket but its well worth it.  Tickets purchased in advance for select nights are $42.95 plus tax for ages 3-9, $48.95 plus tax for ages 10 and over. If you’d rather buy a ticket on the day then the cost is $7 more for each ticket; be careful as some of the dates, especially htose closest to Christmas, often sell out. For general information, you can call 407/W-DISNEY or visit disneyworld.com/holidays.

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