One of the first decorations guest see walking onto the Disney Magic Halloween on the High Seas cruise is The Pumpkin Tree. During the first evening of the sailing, guests gather in the Lobby Atrium to hear a spooky story. The festive ceremony culminates with a magical tree lighting presentation and photo opportunities.

The illuminated Pumpkin Tree. Photo Jill Weinlein

This is one of the many spellbinding Halloween theme opportunities guests experience on most Disney Cruise itineraries departing late September through Halloween. 

Having just returned from a Disney Magic cruise, I will attest Disney Cruises knows how to set sail to picturesque destinations, providing fabulous fun opportunities for every member of the family.

Halloween On The High Seas. Photo Jill Weinlein

Bring a costume and join others in Mickey’s Mouse-querade. Guests and some Disney Pals wear creative Halloween costumes throughout the day and evening. Little ones enjoy wearing their Disney Princess, Buzz Light Year or other favorite character costume throughout the sailing.

Disney Meet and Greet Opportunities. Photo Jill Weinlein

There are many opportunities throughout the ship for Themed Character Meet and Greets. Make a reservation for the Royal Gathering opportunity in the Lobby Atrium, where your little Prince and Princess will get to meet their favorite Disney Princesses.

Disney Halloween on the High Seas Cruise. Photo Jill Weinlein

Throughout the cruise characters such as Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck and Clarabelle Cow are dressed in festive Halloween theme attire. Keep a lookout for the Sanderson sisters, from the movie Hocus Pocus.

Spooky fun on a Halloween On The High Seas cruise. Photo Jill Weinlein

Each day there are Halloween crafts and trivia sessions for the entire family. Make a colorful door hanger for your stateroom door, and take an animation class to learn how to draw your favorite Disney characters.

Disney Magic Halloween Beverages. Photo Jill Weinlein

Eye catching treats are offered onboard too. Dining and lounge venues featuring Halloween and autumn-theme beverages, food items and desserts. There is even a family trick-or-treating opportunity one evening up at Cabanas.

Disney festive treats. Photo Jill Weinlein

Even more spooky fun surprises await with a Pirate Night and Fireworks at Sea, where guests dressed as pirates gather outside on the center deck to join others in a lively dance party show. Surprise visits by Chip and Dale, Minnie Mouse, Captain Hook, and Mickey Mouse, put a smile on everyone’s face. The evening ends with a spectacular firework show lighting up the sky above the Disney Magic cruise ship.

Minnie Mouse dressed as a Pirate. Photo Jill Weinlein

Whichever cruise you choose, you will experience sophisticated Disney theme family-style staterooms in 10 different categories and price points. Some have a king or queen sized bed, plus single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down.

Most staterooms accommodate 3-4 guests. Photo Jill Weinlein

Each staterooms offer two bathrooms. One has a vanity, sink, shower and tub, while another has a vanity, sink and toilet. This convenience allows guests to get ready quickly to enjoy all the fun onboard and while in port. Every passengers receives heartwarming service, world-class entertainment and Broadway-style shows, immersive theme dining, and adult-only gourmet dining too.

Chart a course to The Bahamas or Western Caribbean with Disney Cruise sailings from Fort Lauderdale. There are also select sailings from Port Canaveral to Western and Eastern Caribbean, plus The Bahamas. Stops include Disney’s Castaway Cay and/or their newest island experience at Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera.

Minnie Mouse at Lookout Cay. Photo Jill Weinlein

To book a cruise for 2024 and 2025, go to Disney Cruises. Besides sailings during Halloween, Disney Cruises offers other exciting itineraries throughout the year.