4. Disney’s After Hours Boo Bash – Magic Kingdom Park

It’s not all about the 50th anniversary celebrations, as this Fall will also herald the arrival of Disney’s After Hours Boo Bash, an assortment of Halloween-themed tricks and treats throughout Magic Kingdom Park, which will be so spook-tacular, you might think someone has kicked out the residents of Haunted Mansion, leaving them to roam the park till their dead hearts content.

So what kind of thrilling tricks and chilling treats can you expect? Well, for starters, Halloween Cavalcades, which include Mickey’s Happy Halloween Cavalcade, Disney Villain Halloween Cavalcade and Jack’s Nightmare Cavalcade, will parade through Magic Kingdom Park, as well as Maleficent in the form of a dragon! And be on the look out for characters too, such as Goofy and residents from Haunted Mansion.

5. 50th Anniversary Celebrations, Halloween & Holidays Décor

Even putting all things attractions and expNothing spells Fall like seasonal décor. Except this year there are going to be a number of themes across all four theme parks and beyond. In fact, so much so, that you won’t quite know where to look.

The 50th anniversary celebrations, starting October 1, will see the parks covered in all kinds of décor. Halloween décor (already in full swing) will adorn the parks in something frightful, while the Holidays (which start November 12) will bring something more delightful. But it’s not just décor – there’s themed foods, photo opportunities, music, merchandise, night-time events, characters and more.

6. Festive Flotillas – Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Starting on November 12, each of the four theme parks will be celebrating the Holidays in their own way, but in the case of Disney’s Animal Kingdom , you can expect some very character-centric experiences in the form of Festive Flotillas. These elegant water-set character sightings at Discovery River will certainly make up for all those lost Character Greetings over the past year.

But who can you expect? Well, there’s Donald’s Dino Bash Festive Flotilla, which will host the titular duck and friends; Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Festive Flotilla, which will be boarded by everyone’s favorite chipmunks; and, last but not least, Santa Claus Festive Flotilla, which will really get you into the seasonal spirit, as he cruises to the beat of some truly holly, jolly music!

Just remember that these are only hand-picked experiences that are coming up this Fall. Others include the Beacons of Magic, Disney Fab 50 Character Collection, and many other brand-new experiences throughout the four theme parks, as well as entertainment district Disney Springs. Can’t stand the excitement? Then check out the official Disney World website’s 'countdown' until the 50th anniversary celebrations on October 1!