Magic Kingdom Transforms Overnight: First Look at 2024 Holiday Decorations

Nov 01, 2024 in "Holidays at the Magic Kingdom"

Sneak Peek: 2024 Holiday Decor at Magic Kingdom
Posted: Friday November 1, 2024 8:07am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

As the Halloween season ended with the final Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party on October 31, the transformation to the holiday season at Magic Kingdom is officially underway.



The transition from pumpkins to poinsettias began overnight, as crews quickly removed Halloween decorations and started setting up holiday displays across the park.




Main Street, U.S.A., has started to take on its classic festive look with seasonal garlands and wreaths.





More decor and the Christmas Tree in Town Square will be added in the coming days, along with the classic Magic Kingdom holiday music.


The Jungle Cruise gets its holiday makeover, becoming the "Jingle Cruise" with festive jokes, whimsical decorations, and plenty of holiday charm beginning November 2.

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party will begin on select nights from November 8 to December 20, with tickets priced between $169 and $219 per person. This Magic Kingdom holiday event offers holiday party tickets that provide access to festive entertainment and attractions. Guests can enjoy entertainment like Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Minnie's Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Show, and Mickey's Most Merriest Celebration castle stage show. The event also features complimentary cookies, cocoa, and holiday-themed attractions, along with special character meet-and-greets and festive dance parties that take place throughout the park. The exclusive event gives guests an opportunity to experience Magic Kingdom with shorter wait times for attractions and unique seasonal offerings.



Beginning November 12, Olaf takes the stage in the "Frozen Holiday Surprise" show, as Cinderella Castle is transformed into a shimmering, crystalized palace for the evening. The show features characters from Arendelle coming together to help create a castle that glows throughout the night.

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ToTBellHop2 days ago

Brian2 days ago

The main tree did.

ToTBellHop2 days ago

That’s…special. Should’ve come down when Festival of the Holidays ended.

wdwmagic2 days ago

EPCOT still has holiday decor up today on day one of Festival of the Arts.

HauntedPirate2 days ago

Can't. They first need to have the brand-new Mickey's Egg-stravaganza Easter parties, followed by the debuting Mickey's Summer-tastic Party. Only then can they think about Halloween parties in early August.

wdwmagic2 days ago

EPCOT today still has the American Adventure Tree and most its its entrance and World Showcase decor up. It is going to be a busy night tonight!

Fido Chuckwagon3 days ago

Not Halfway to Halloween. Halfway to Halfway to Halloween. That should be like right now! They should have parties!

MisterPenguin3 days ago

Keep decorations up for Chinese New Years!!

ToTBellHop3 days ago

They have in the past (though not last year, I don’t think). Some years, there were even special treats that week in April.

Fido Chuckwagon3 days ago

Perhaps they’re just a little early for Christmas 2025.

spectromagic043 days ago

And the Christmas music is still playing.

wdwmagic3 days ago

Christmas Tree is still up at Animal Kingdom as of Jan 16

TTA943 days ago

Lol, well a lot more would be better if WDW was like Tokyo lol, but anyway. It is a shame WDW doesn’t do more for Easter.

Fido Chuckwagon3 days ago

I’m going to have to stop you right there…