🎃Halloween Horror Nights 34

Can You Handle the Screams? A Guide to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights

• Haunted Houses: Elaborately themed walkthroughs that bring iconic horror franchises and original concepts to life. You’ll navigate dark corridors, face jump scares, and experience a terrifying story up close.
• Scare Zones: The streets of Universal Studios transform into themed scare zones, where menacing creatures roam freely. There’s no safe place to hide as scare-actors pop out from every shadow.
• Live Shows: High-energy, entertaining, and often gory live shows provide a break from the houses and scare zones, offering a blend of horror and dark humor.
• Rides: Select rides and attractions are open during the event, often with a unique, spooky nighttime atmosphere.
• Themed Food & Drinks: For the true fans, specially-themed cocktails and sinister snacks are available to keep your energy (and fear) levels up.

• Go Early, Stay Late: The houses often have the longest lines right after opening. Prioritize the houses that are most important to you first, and save the more popular ones for later in the evening when the crowds thin out.
• Consider an Express Pass: If you want to experience every house and ride without spending half the night in line, an Express Pass is a lifesaver. It’s an additional cost, but it can be worth it for a one-night trip.
• Don’t Rush Through the Scare Zones: While it’s tempting to sprint, take your time walking through the scare zones. The lighting, special effects, and roving performers are part of the full HHN experience.
• Wear Comfortable Shoes: You’ll be doing a lot of walking and standing. Comfortable footwear is essential for a long, fear-filled night.
• Hydrate! Staying hydrated is important, and Universal has plenty of places to get a refreshing (or terrifyingly themed) beverage.
• Enjoy the atmosphere: Look around and soak in the details. The set designs, costumes, and makeup are incredible.

👻Mickeys not-so-scary Halloween Party

Spooky Sweetness: Your Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Orlando

What makes it “Not-So-Scary”?

• Trick-or-Treating: You can trick-or-treat throughout the Magic Kingdom, collecting candy from designated treat stations. Guests with food allergies can also participate by collecting special tokens that can be redeemed for allergy-friendly treats.
• Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade: This fan-favorite parade is a must-see! It features a cast of Disney characters in their Halloween best, special floats, and the legendary Headless Horseman riding down Main Street, U.S.A..
  (Image: A picture of one of the parade floats, with costumed characters like Mickey and Minnie waving to the crowd.)
• Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular: The mischievous Sanderson Sisters take over Cinderella Castle for a live stage show featuring some of Disney’s most iconic villains.
• Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular: A mesmerizing fireworks display, hosted by Jack Skellington, lights up the night sky over Cinderella Castle. It features projections and pyrotechnics that are truly breathtaking.
• Exclusive Character Meet-and-Greets: MNSSHP is famous for offering the chance to meet rare characters and fan favorites in their Halloween costumes. Lines can get long, so prioritize who you want to see
  
• Specialty Food and Merchandise: The party offers a variety of themed snacks, drinks, and exclusive merchandise that are only available during the event.

• Arrive Early: The party officially starts at 7 p.m., but your ticket allows you to enter the park as early as 4 p.m.. Use this time to grab your treat bag, get your wristband, and enjoy some rides before the main festivities begin.
• Come Prepared: Florida weather can be warm and humid, even in the fall. Choose lightweight and breathable costumes, especially for kids.
• Watch the Second Parade: The first parade is often the most crowded. The second parade, later in the evening, is typically less busy and provides a better viewing experience.
• Strategize Your Night: The party is only five hours long, so decide on your top priorities beforehand. Do you want to focus on meeting characters, or is the parade and fireworks a must-see?.
• Capture the Magic with PhotoPass: Take advantage of the special Disney PhotoPass opportunities and “Magic Shots” that are exclusive to the party.
  

🍈Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival 2025

Calling all foodies, Disney fans, and flavor adventurers! The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival has returned for 2025, transforming the park into a global culinary extravaganza from August 28th to November 22nd. With more than 35 Global Marketplace booths scattered across the park, you can literally eat and sip your way around the world.

What’s cooking this year?

The 2025 festival brings a delightful mix of returning favorites and exciting new menu items. Here are just a few of the delicious highlights:

• Gyozas of the Galaxy (NEW): This new booth near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind offers creative dumplings, like the Buffalo-style and French Onion Soup-style dumplings, which are sure to be a hit.
• Peruvian Ceviche (NEW): Head over to Coastal Eats for this refreshing seafood dish with mahi mahi and shrimp.
• Basque Cheesecake (NEW): Sweet and creamy, this decadent dessert can be found at the Spain booth.
• Pumpkin-Mascarpone Ravioli: A perfect fall comfort food, this savory-sweet dish is featured at the Forest & Field marketplace.
• Return of classics: Long-time festival fans can rejoice! You’ll still find popular returning items like the Lump Crab Cake at Coastal Eats and the Cheddar Cheese Soup at the Canada booth.
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Entertainment for every appetite

The festival is about more than just food and wine. In between bites, you can enjoy plenty of entertainment:

• Eat to the Beat Concert Series: At the American Gardens Theatre, you can catch nightly performances from both renowned and local artists. The 2025 lineup includes exciting new and returning acts.
• Emile’s Fromage Montage: If you love cheese, this is for you! Purchase five featured cheesy dishes from various locations and receive a special prize.
• Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak: Take part in a fun scavenger hunt around World Showcase to find Remy and earn a keepsake. It’s a great activity for families!
• Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit: Running from late September through October, this pumpkin-themed scavenger hunt offers a festive fall activity.