The El Capitan Theatre is ready for its theater to be run amok once again with the return of two Halloween time classics: HOCUS POCUS and THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS. Plus, for all screenings, enjoy specialty concession items and the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ played before showtime!
Here’s everything you need to know about the Spooktacular Season at El Capitan Theatre!
Hocus Pocus Fan Event
Available from October 7-13, 2022 at 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm and 7:00pm plus 9:55pm showings on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are on sale now and $16 for all ages.
- WHEN:
- Thursday, October 23 — at 7:00 pm
- WHAT:
- A special introduction by Composer John Debney and Screenwriter David Kirschner before the movie
- 2 photo ops for “Hocus Pocus” will be available
- COST:
- Amok Amok Amok Pack ($75) includes Reserved Ticket, Priority Entry, Mickey Mouse ghost popcorn container with popcorn, Fountain Drink and Event Credential
- General Ticket ($30) includes Reserved ticket and Event Credential
The Nightmare Before Christmas
- WHAT:
- Shown in 3D with spine-tingling interactive 4D sensory effects, including lights, fog, scents, wind, and snow!
- WHEN:
- Daily showtimes in 4D, October 24 through November 4 are 9:30am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm, 5:00pm, and 7:30pm. A 10:00pm screening is only available on Friday through Sunday. All seats are reserved.
- COST:
- General:
- $24 for guests of all ages.
- Four is a Scream Pack: $80
- includes 4 Tickets. A Skeleton’s Best Friend ticket is also available for $40 and includes a reserved seat, Zero straw clip, and 32oz fountain drink
- General:
Fan Event Screening
- WHEN:
- Friday October 24 — at 7:30pm
- WHAT:
- Include a reserved seat, Jack Skellington popcorn container with popcorn, fountain drink and event credential
- A live drawing demo with George McClements as you enter the theatre
- COST:
- General: $75
See it for Yourself
Tickets are on sale now, and available at The El Capitan Theatre (6838 Hollywood Blvd.), online at elcapitantickets.com, or by calling 1-800-DISNEY6 (1-800-347-6396).


