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If you’ll be visiting Disney World in August, you are in for a real treat because so many AWESOME things happen during that month. Yeah, it will probably still be hot and humid, but at least you can start enjoying a fall vibe with Halloween decorations, fall and Halloween food and drinks, and the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties.
August is the beginning of Halloween in Disney World!
So, what all is going on in Disney World in August? Well, we’ve got a FULL list of all the major changes coming in August…and it’s a LOT. Let’s take a look!
Get ready because Magic Kingdom is about to turn into a fall and Halloween wonderland, complete with orange and gold colors, Mickey pumpkin wreaths, loads of pumpkins, and so much more. You won’t just see Halloween decor on Main Street, U.S.A., though. Last year, the decor expanded to other lands in the parks, like Fantasyland!
Main Street during Halloween
The decor usually goes up before the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, so you should be able to see it well before the first party on August 7th.
Guests staying at Disney World’s deluxe hotels get access to Extended Evening Hours, which gives you extra time in the parks at night after they close. Here are the extended evening hours for August:
Pandora at night in Animal Kingdom
If you’re staying at a Disney World deluxe hotel, you’ll want to mark those dates.
Moonlight Magic is a special extra hours event for Disney Vacation Club Members that happens throughout Disney World at various theme parks during the year. In August, two Moonlight Magic events are scheduled for Typhoon Lagoon on August 4th and 20th. These events are limited, and registration is required.
Moonlight Magic
Disney also hosts special After Hours events in the parks, which are special ticketed events where you can enjoy time in the parks after they have closed to the public. Here are the dates for After Hours events in August:
After Hours check-in at EPCOT
At these events, you not only get short lines to rides and attractions, but you also get free snacks!
Speaking of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, the first party is on August 7th, with more parties happening on select nights through October 31st. That means you’ll need to keep an eye out for Magic Kingdom closing earlier (at 6 PM) on party evenings. This special ticketed event includes exclusive entertainment, exclusive food and drinks, shorter wait times for rides, special ride overlays, and more. We’ll be at the first party, so you’ll want to follow along for all our coverage!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!
H20 Glow Nights is a separate ticketed event at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park. In August, you’ll have three chances to attend one of these events: August 9th, 22nd, and 29th from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Jessie and Woody at H20 Glow in 2018
A ticket to H20 Glow Nights gets you some glow-in-the-dark fun at night with shorter wait times for the water park’s waterslides, a DJ dance party, exclusive food and drinks, special Disney character appearances, and more.
The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival kicks off on August 27th and runs through November 21st. This is EPCOT’s BIGGEST festival of the year, and it features over 30 food booths, the Eat to the Beat concert series, special activities, and so much more.
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Flavors From Fire spread at the 2025 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival
If you have plans to attend this year’s festival, you’ll want to follow all our coverage because we’ll give you reviews on every single food booth so you can plan what you want to eat and drink.
The Sassagoula River Cruise Boat Route is currently closed for refurbishment, meaning that you can’t currently take a boat from Disney’s Old Key West Resort to Disney Springs. However, Disney buses are still available to take you between the two locations. The Sassagoula River Cruise boat route is expected to reopen sometime in early August.
Disney Springs Boat Dock
Good news! The ongoing construction at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside is expected to end in August. The hotel has been undergoing a huge refurbishment with some of its rooms since May 2025. That means once the construction ends, so does the construction noise and activity you might see or hear during the day. Things are about to be more peaceful over at Riverside.
Royal Guest Room at Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
For those staying at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, the Turf Club Bar and Grill will be temporarily closing as of August 31st.
Turf Club Bar & Grill
However, the Turf Club Lounge, which is currently closed, is supposed to reopen in late August.
We’ll keep an eye out for more big happenings in Disney World, so stay tuned to Magical Guides for more.
Will you be visiting Disney World in August? What changes are you most excited about? Share with us in the comments!
August is the beginning of Halloween in Disney World!
So, what all is going on in Disney World in August? Well, we’ve got a FULL list of all the major changes coming in August…and it’s a LOT. Let’s take a look!
Halloween and Fall Decor
Get ready because Magic Kingdom is about to turn into a fall and Halloween wonderland, complete with orange and gold colors, Mickey pumpkin wreaths, loads of pumpkins, and so much more. You won’t just see Halloween decor on Main Street, U.S.A., though. Last year, the decor expanded to other lands in the parks, like Fantasyland!
Main Street during Halloween
The decor usually goes up before the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, so you should be able to see it well before the first party on August 7th.
Extended Evening Hours
Guests staying at Disney World’s deluxe hotels get access to Extended Evening Hours, which gives you extra time in the parks at night after they close. Here are the extended evening hours for August:
- Magic Kingdom: Wednesday, August 5th from 11 PM to 1 AM
- Magic Kingdom: Wednesday, August 12th and 19th from 10 PM to 12 AM
- EPCOT: Monday, August 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st from 9 PM to 11 PM
- Animal Kingdom: Wednesday, August 26th from 6 PM to 8PM
Pandora at night in Animal Kingdom
If you’re staying at a Disney World deluxe hotel, you’ll want to mark those dates.
Moonlight Magic
Moonlight Magic is a special extra hours event for Disney Vacation Club Members that happens throughout Disney World at various theme parks during the year. In August, two Moonlight Magic events are scheduled for Typhoon Lagoon on August 4th and 20th. These events are limited, and registration is required.
Moonlight Magic
After Hours
Disney also hosts special After Hours events in the parks, which are special ticketed events where you can enjoy time in the parks after they have closed to the public. Here are the dates for After Hours events in August:
- EPCOT: Thursday, August 6th and 13th from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Wednesday, August 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM
After Hours check-in at EPCOT
At these events, you not only get short lines to rides and attractions, but you also get free snacks!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Speaking of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, the first party is on August 7th, with more parties happening on select nights through October 31st. That means you’ll need to keep an eye out for Magic Kingdom closing earlier (at 6 PM) on party evenings. This special ticketed event includes exclusive entertainment, exclusive food and drinks, shorter wait times for rides, special ride overlays, and more. We’ll be at the first party, so you’ll want to follow along for all our coverage!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!
H20 Glow Nights at Typhoon Lagoon
H20 Glow Nights is a separate ticketed event at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park. In August, you’ll have three chances to attend one of these events: August 9th, 22nd, and 29th from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Jessie and Woody at H20 Glow in 2018
A ticket to H20 Glow Nights gets you some glow-in-the-dark fun at night with shorter wait times for the water park’s waterslides, a DJ dance party, exclusive food and drinks, special Disney character appearances, and more.
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival
The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival kicks off on August 27th and runs through November 21st. This is EPCOT’s BIGGEST festival of the year, and it features over 30 food booths, the Eat to the Beat concert series, special activities, and so much more.
https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Magical Guides-Atmosphere-Flavors-From-Fire-Booth-Food-and-Wine-Festival-EPCOT-Festivals-EPCOT-WDW-Aug-28-2025-700x485.jpg
Flavors From Fire spread at the 2025 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival
If you have plans to attend this year’s festival, you’ll want to follow all our coverage because we’ll give you reviews on every single food booth so you can plan what you want to eat and drink.
Sassagoula River Cruise Boat Route
The Sassagoula River Cruise Boat Route is currently closed for refurbishment, meaning that you can’t currently take a boat from Disney’s Old Key West Resort to Disney Springs. However, Disney buses are still available to take you between the two locations. The Sassagoula River Cruise boat route is expected to reopen sometime in early August.
Disney Springs Boat Dock
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Good news! The ongoing construction at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside is expected to end in August. The hotel has been undergoing a huge refurbishment with some of its rooms since May 2025. That means once the construction ends, so does the construction noise and activity you might see or hear during the day. Things are about to be more peaceful over at Riverside.
Royal Guest Room at Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Turf Club Bar and Grill
For those staying at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, the Turf Club Bar and Grill will be temporarily closing as of August 31st.
Turf Club Bar & Grill
However, the Turf Club Lounge, which is currently closed, is supposed to reopen in late August.
We’ll keep an eye out for more big happenings in Disney World, so stay tuned to Magical Guides for more.
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Will you be visiting Disney World in August? What changes are you most excited about? Share with us in the comments!
