Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party & Halloween Horror Nights 35: Your 2026 Guide to Halloween in Orlando (Ep 115)

Halloween season starts earlier than ever in Orlando, and one question comes up every year:Should you choose Disney Halloween or Universal Halloween?In this episode of Wanderlust & Wishes, we're comparing Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World with Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Orlando Resort to help you decide which Halloween vacation is right for you. Or, should you experience both?We cover everything you need to know, including:• Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party highlights for 2026 • Halloween Horror Nights 35 haunted houses and what has been announced so far • Exclusive entertainment, parades, fireworks, scare zones, and live shows • Halloween food, seasonal treats, and limited-time merchandise • Character meet-and-greets and trick-or-treating at Disney • Universal's Express Pass, Scream Early, Stay & Scream, R.I.P. Tour, and Premium Scream Night • Disney Halloween beyond the party, including EPCOT, Disney Springs, and the resorts • Who each event is best for—from families with young children to horror fans and adult couples • Expert travel planning tips to help you maximize your Halloween vacationWhether you're looking for pumpkin wreaths, Boo-to-You Parade, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, and Disney magic—or movie-quality haunted houses, terrifying scare zones, and unforgettable thrills—we'll help you decide which Orlando Halloween experience deserves a spot on your itinerary.If you're planning a Halloween trip to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, or both, this episode will help you travel thoughtfully and experience fully.Support the showConnect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderlustandwishespodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanderlustandwishespodcastFor interest in vacation planning email us at: [email protected] fill out this quote request form: https://forms.gle/ZmN8C2akheQabF7B7