
Walt Disney World Resort has issued a mass apology to thousands of guests recently after an unfortunate incident took place at a Disney park, leading to the alert being sent out as crowds inside the Magic Kingdom Disney World park had to leave, essentially leading to thousands giving up their Walt Disney World tickets for Magic Kingdom park.
From Bad Weather To Intense Heat, Disney World Has Been Through Hell and Back
This summer has presented significant challenges for Walt Disney World Resort due to extreme weather conditions. Since early June 2024, Central Florida has experienced relentless heat waves, consistently soaring above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The high temperatures have increased concerns over guest safety and comfort and operational difficulties for the park.
In addition to the intense heat, Walt Disney World Resort has been grappling with heavy rainfall, further complicating the situation. Frequent downpours have caused disruptions throughout the park, including temporary ride closures and transportation delays. The combination of extreme heat and heavy rain has affected guest experiences and park operations, prompting Disney to implement additional measures to ensure visitor safety and manage the impact on its attractions.
The resort has reported a noticeable decline in attendance during this period, as the adverse weather conditions have deterred some visitors and led to the cancellation of planned vacations. Despite these challenges, Walt Disney World Resort continues to adapt its operations, including enhanced cooling systems and increased staffing to address weather-related issues.
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) will return to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort, running on 38 select nights from August 9 through October 31, 2024. The event will occur from 7 p.m. to midnight, with guests permitted to enter the park as early as 4 p.m. However, the park will close to daytime guests without tickets at 6 p.m.
The 2024 MNSSHP will feature a variety of dates throughout the event period: August 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30; September 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29; and October 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29, and 31. Ticket prices range from $119 to $199, depending on the date, with a $10 discount available for children ages 3 to 9. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club members may also enjoy a $10 discount on select nights in August and September.
Entertainment at the event includes trick-or-treating, interactions with Disney characters in Halloween costumes, and special-themed shows. From August 9 through September 28, showtimes are scheduled for 9:05 p.m., 10:35 p.m., and midnight. From September 29 to October 31, showtimes will be 7:35 p.m., 9:05 p.m., and midnight. All showtimes and event details are subject to change, especially in inclement weather.
For folks who recently visited the Walt Disney World Resort parks, specifically during the Halloween event, Disney World issued a mass apology to those in attendance as heavy rainfall led to the event being significantly disrupted, ruining the experience for many. The date was August 23, 2024. If you attended the Halloween event tonight, this message is for you.
We apoligize for the inconvenience this evening and would like to invte you to visit us in the future.
Please call 407-939-5277 within 30 days of tonight’s event between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. to receive a 1-Day 1-Park Ticket, expiring one year from event date.
Please have your event ticket available so we may process your request. Park reservation is requireds and is subject to availability.
This card is for informational purposes only and is not valid for admission to any Theme Park.
Walt Disney World Resort – @StreamingMagic on X
If you were at last night’s rainy Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party you might be eligible for a 1 day park ticket credit: pic.twitter.com/0PxTMrfylx
— Streaming The Magic (@StreamingMagic) August 24, 2024
According to Streaming The Magic on X, Walt Disney World Resort issued an official apology to thousands of guests, which you can read above. This apology indicates that those folks now have a second chance to visit the Magic Kingdom during the Halloween Party. When severe weather strikes the area, Disney will almost always ensure that the guests can return to the park to make their visit more magical.
So, if you attended the Halloween Party on August 23, 2024, you might want to call that number in bold above to return to one of the most magical places on earth.
With peak hurricane season beginning, this might only get worse for folks who have a scheduled Disney vacation in the coming weeks leading up to the start of October. Just be ready and cautious, ensuring you check out the weather beforehand if you are coming to Orlando soon.