4 Amazing Fall Offerings at Disney World You Don’t Want to Miss!

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Fall family fun is brewing throughout Walt Disney World. This year, there are so many ways to celebrate fall and Halloween with new flavors, sights, and experiences, plus the return of fan-favorite events. 

1 – Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has returned and has kicked off a fall full of fun at Walt Disney World. The special ticket event is offered at Magic Kingdom Park on select nights from August 12 to October 31 after normal park hours from 7 p.m. to midnight. Guests can dress in their happiest or most-haunted Halloween costumes to get in the spirit of the season! Guests can trick-or-treat their way through the park and indulge in delicious sweets like SKITTLES, SNICKERS, and M&M’s.

Frightfully fun entertainment abounds in “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade,” the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” stage show featuring the Sanderson Sisters, and “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular” nighttime extravaganza hosted by Jack Skellington, featuring fireworks, projections, iconic Disney characters and more.

New for 2022, partygoers awaiting “Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade” can ‘Stand Out’ and dance their way onto Main Street U.S.A., with a majorly awesome 90’s crew led by Max Goof cosplaying as Powerline – his favorite pop superstar!

Also new this year, guests can join Zombies and Cheerleaders at the ZOM-BEATZ BASH! as they BAMM out to music inspired by the ZOMBIES original movies on Disney Channel.

Several classic Magic Kingdom attractions offer a Halloween-themed overlay, including Mad Tea Party, Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion and Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor.

The most wicked snacks of the season with specially themed fall and Halloween treats are available to savor throughout the park. Click here for the Foodie Guide to fall and event-exclusive items.

Guests can even bring home the memories with an event-exclusive, step-in photo experience, plus a reusable trick-or-treat bag and commemorative print that all guests will receive to round out the special Halloween offerings.

2 – Immersive Fall-Festive Décor at Magic Kingdom Park

What’s Halloween without some Disney magic? Summer transforms to the spooky season with festive fall decor at Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can stroll down Main Street, U.S.A where pumpkins and scarecrows are seemingly everywhere and where Disney characters are dressed in their Halloween best. Shops are festooned with fall foliage and garlands, and there are plenty of tricks and pumpkin-spiced treats making the season feel even more magical at this Walt Disney World Theme Park. Guests can enjoy festive fall decor through October 31 and other autumn-themed offerings at select locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort.

3 – Enjoy Global Flavors at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE

Now through November. 19, guests can sip, savor and repeat across six continents at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE. The festival offers new experiences for foodies and families alike as part of the “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” honoring the Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary.

More than twenty-five festival food and wine marketplaces located throughout EPCOT celebrate the best in global food and drink.

This year, the creative Disney culinary teams have dreamed up unique dishes as nearly one third of the menu offerings are new.

Guests can enjoy live musical performances at the America Gardens Theatre as part of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare. Internationally recognized artists perform Friday through Monday and local bands rock the house Tuesday through Thursday.

New this year! From September 29-October 31 (or while supplies last), special Halloween fun for the whole family is available in Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit. With the purchase of a map and stickers, guests can search around EPCOT for hidden decorative pumpkins themed to Disney characters. Whether they search for the pumpkins or not, guests can return their maps to redemption locations in the park to receive a festival keepsake.

4 – Race into Fall with the Disney Wine & Dine Half-Marathon Weekend

The 2022-23 runDisney race season kicks off November 3-6 with the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend presented by Shokz. The popular race weekend features a 5K, 10K, and half marathon, as well as the Disney Two Course Challenge (10K and half marathon) and Post-Race Party. While the races on property are sold out, you can still participate in the Virtual runs, click here for more details.

Guests can experience the blend of music, stories, and culinary delights found during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and the Walt Disney World Resort 50th anniversary celebration.

The weekend features a Coco-themed 5K, a Raya and the Last Dragon-themed 10K and a half marathon celebrating the music and magic of Soul.

Guests can also experience the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, including the opportunity to buy merchandise and gadgets for runners.

Olympic track and field champion and reality TV star Sanya Richards-Ross will be among the thousands of competitors at this year’s race weekend.

The magical weekend will be capped off with a unique Post-Race Party at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Half Marathon and Challenge registration includes entry to this after-hours event. Friends and family can purchase Post-Race Party tickets to join in the celebration with their favorite runners.

The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is the first of four race weekends during the 2022-23 runDisney season. Next is the 30th anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend (Jan. 4-8), the 15th anniversary Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend (Feb. 23-26), and the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend (April 13-16).

Fall Offerings at Disney World

Fall family fun is brewing throughout Walt Disney World. This year, there are so many ways to celebrate fall and Halloween with new flavors, sights, and experiences, plus the return of fan-favorite events.

1 – Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has returned and has kicked off a fall full of fun at Walt Disney World. The special ticket event is offered at Magic Kingdom Park on select nights from August 12 to October 31 after normal park hours from 7 p.m. to midnight. Guests can dress in their happiest or most-haunted Halloween costumes to get in the spirit of the season! Guests can trick-or-treat their way through the park and indulge in delicious sweets like SKITTLES, SNICKERS, and M&M’s.

Frightfully fun entertainment abounds in “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade,” the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” stage show featuring the Sanderson Sisters, and “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular” nighttime extravaganza hosted by Jack Skellington, featuring fireworks, projections, iconic Disney characters and more.

New for 2022, partygoers awaiting “Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade” can ‘Stand Out’ and dance their way onto Main Street U.S.A., with a majorly awesome 90’s crew led by Max Goof cosplaying as Powerline – his favorite pop superstar!

Also new this year, guests can join Zombies and Cheerleaders at the ZOM-BEATZ BASH! as they BAMM out to music inspired by the ZOMBIES original movies on Disney Channel.

Several classic Magic Kingdom attractions offer a Halloween-themed overlay, including Mad Tea Party, Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion and Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor.

The most wicked snacks of the season with specially themed fall and Halloween treats are available to savor throughout the park.

Guests can even bring home the memories with an event-exclusive, step-in photo experience, plus a reusable trick-or-treat bag and commemorative print that all guests will receive to round out the special Halloween offerings.

2 – Immersive Fall-Festive Décor at Magic Kingdom Park

What’s Halloween without some Disney magic? Summer transforms to the spooky season with festive fall decor at Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can stroll down Main Street, U.S.A where pumpkins and scarecrows are seemingly everywhere and where Disney characters are dressed in their Halloween best. Shops are festooned with fall foliage and garlands, and there are plenty of tricks and pumpkin-spiced treats making the season feel even more magical at this Walt Disney World Theme Park. Guests can enjoy festive fall decor through October 31 and other autumn-themed offerings at select locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort.

3 – Enjoy Global Flavors at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE

Now through November. 19, guests can sip, savor and repeat across six continents at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE. The festival offers new experiences for foodies and families alike as part of the “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” honoring the Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary.

More than twenty-five festival food and wine marketplaces located throughout EPCOT celebrate the best in global food and drink.

This year, the creative Disney culinary teams have dreamed up unique dishes as nearly one third of the menu offerings are new.

Guests can enjoy live musical performances at the America Gardens Theatre as part of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare. Internationally recognized artists perform Friday through Monday and local bands rock the house Tuesday through Thursday.

New this year! From September 29-October 31 (or while supplies last), special Halloween fun for the whole family is available in Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit. With the purchase of a map and stickers, guests can search around EPCOT for hidden decorative pumpkins themed to Disney characters. Whether they search for the pumpkins or not, guests can return their maps to redemption locations in the park to receive a festival keepsake.

4 – Race into Fall with the Disney Wine & Dine Half-Marathon Weekend

The 2022-23 runDisney race season kicks off November 3-6 with the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend presented by Shokz. The popular race weekend features a 5K, 10K, and half marathon, as well as the Disney Two Course Challenge (10K and half marathon) and Post-Race Party. While the races on property are sold out, you can still participate in the Virtual runs, click here for more details.

Guests can experience the blend of music, stories, and culinary delights found during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and the Walt Disney World Resort 50th anniversary celebration.

The weekend features a Coco-themed 5K, a Raya and the Last Dragon-themed 10K and a half marathon celebrating the music and magic of Soul.

Guests can also experience the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, including the opportunity to buy merchandise and gadgets for runners.

Olympic track and field champion and reality TV star Sanya Richards-Ross will be among the thousands of competitors at this year’s race weekend.

The magical weekend will be capped off with a unique Post-Race Party at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Half Marathon and Challenge registration includes entry to this after-hours event. Friends and family can purchase Post-Race Party tickets to join in the celebration with their favorite runners.

The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is the first of four race weekends during the 2022-23 runDisney season. Next is the 30th anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend (Jan. 4-8), the 15th anniversary Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend (Feb. 23-26), and the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend (April 13-16).

runDisney Announces Theme for 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend

runDisney has announced the theme of the 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend. The weekend will feature some of our favorite Pixar pals, and we’re so excited.

From a Disney Cast Member;

Get ready to reach for the sky and grab your rootinest, tootinest crew! We’re not toying around as the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend returns to Walt Disney World Resort for its second year, April 13-16, 2023. The final event in the 2022-2023 runDisney race season celebrates the power of friendship and the magic of Pixar with the Pixar Pals. Racers are encouraged to celebrate the running buddies that keep them going, the support systems that cheer from the sidelines, and the iconic characters that lift each other up time and time again.

The 2023 event sees the return of the 10-Miler distance and runDisney Springtime Surprise Challenge for completing all weekend races as well as runDisney Springtime Surprise Yoga. Today we are excited to share the individual race themes! Take a look:

Disney Pixar Cars 5K

You are SPEED. Whether you’re aiming for a leisurely jog or a personal record, get ready to speed through the lanes of this 3.1 mile course with Lightning McQueen, Mater, and all their friends.

Disney Pixar Monsters 10K

It’s time to get those scary feet ready! Canisters at each mile marker get fuller and fuller as racers take a step in the ‘fright’ direction through a 6.2 mile course with Mike, Sulley, and all their friends from the world of Monstropolis.

Disney Pixar Toy Story 10 Miler

Saddle up for a 10-mile event! Racers set out on the adventure of a lifetime with Buzz, Woody, Bo Peep, and more, as they push themselves to infinity and … the finish line!

runDisney Springtime Surprise Challenge

Just keep running … just keep running! Racers with the perseverance to complete all three weekend events are awarded for finishing the runDisney Springtime Surprise Challenge, complete with a medal featuring Nemo and his friends from all over the big blue world.

Not able to join us at Walt Disney World Resort in April? Join us virtually and run on a course of your choosing! From 3.1 to 19.3 miles, add a little character to your at-home race adventure. Learn more about Virtual runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend events here.

Runners wanting to join this year’s event should mark their calendars for the following registration dates and times:

runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World Resort

    • General Registration | August 23, 2022 at 10 a.m. ET

Virtual runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend

    • General Registration | August 26, 2022 at 10 a.m. ET

Get ready to celebrate the magic of Pixar along with some of your favorite Disney Pixar Pals during the 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend! Which race theme are you most excited about? Share with us on social using #SpringtimeSurprise.

Medals Revealed for 2022 runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend

runDisney has released the medal designs for the 2022 runDisney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend, and we’re so excited!

From a Disney Cast Member;

Get ready to savor the music, the stories and more found in EPCOT’s World Showcase during the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend powered by Shokz! In a harmonious celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, this race weekend will explore the heart of the human spirit found in the international cultures around World Showcase. Between the food and wine, music and magic, runners will have so much to celebrate!

Today we are serving up a reveal of this year’s exciting finisher medals that will be awaiting runners at the finish line. Take a look:

Disney Wine & Dine 5K powered by Shokz

It’s time to seize your moment during the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine 5K, celebrating Disney and Pixar’s “Coco”! The runDisney community is quite a familia and together we will celebrate the inspiration of the Mexico Pavilion all along the 3.1-mile course. Runners will be ready to let out their best grito when they finish this race to remember!

Disney Wine & Dine 10K powered by Shokz

Runners need only to take the first step to find themselves during the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine 10K. Celebrating the valiant story of Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon,” this 6.2-mile course takes inspiration from the vibrant music, stories and magic of Southeast Asia that guests will find throughout the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon powered by Shokz

Life is full of possibilities, especially for runners during the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon. Taking inspiration from Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” and the “The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” exhibit found in the American Adventure Pavilion, participants will get lost in the rhythm during this 13.1-mile course. From start line to finish, runners will find their spark while celebrating the music and magic of the incredible tapestry that makes up the U.S.A.

Disney Two Course Challenge powered by Shokz

Genie from Disney’s “Aladdin” joins us for the 2022 Disney Two Course Challenge, bringing together the international cultures of the World Showcase in a universal celebration of human spirit. Participants of the challenge will be rewarded with the prestigious challenge medal showcasing a unique locket design with the Genie inside!

We’re still serving up the opportunity to join us virtually and run on a course of your choosing with limited spots remaining for the 2022 Virtual Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend! From 3.1 to 19.3 miles, explore one-of-a-kind race options that will bring the magic of a runDisney event to you!

You also won’t want to miss out on celebrating your race weekend accomplishments during the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Post-Race Party. From access to EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Global Marketplaces and select EPCOT attractions to exclusive entertainment and more, it’s a party you and your friends and family won’t want to miss. Head over to runDisney.com to purchase your tickets today!

runDisney Announces Registration Dates for Upcoming Season

Get out those calendars because runDisney has released registration dates for the upcoming 2022-2023 race season at Walt Disney World. Many races sell out fast, so you’ll want to be ready to go on your registration day.

Here are all the details from the runDisney blog:

Every mile, always magic! Whether you’re ready to experience the magic of your first runDisney event, or are gearing up for your next race, mark your calendars as the registration dates for the 2022 – 2023 runDisney race season are here:

With entertainment moments, beloved characters, and Disney magic at every mile, runDisney races are memorable experiences for runners of all ages and skill levels. They’re also the only opportunity for runners and Disney fans alike to run through the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks with unique courses. And as the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary continues, you are invited to celebrate your accomplishments at the during The World’s Most Magical Celebration!

We are equally excited to share the return of the runDisney virtual events for those who are not able to travel to Walt Disney World Resort. With distances available for all running types and abilities, a runDisney Virtual Race is a great way to have fun while staying in shape from the comfort of your home.

Want to make your ‘run’cation extra magical? Plan to stay at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel during your race weekend and experience benefits such as race day transportation, post-race relaxation and close proximity to the theme parks for celebrating your racing achievements. Head over to the runDisney Blog to learn more about staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel.

Start marking your calendar and be sure to check back to runDisney.com for news and updates, including on sale dates for our upcoming events!