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What’s the fastest way to ruin a Disneyland after-hours event? Charge extra, cut the perks, make everything random, then blast “It’s a Small World” across the entire park on an endless loop. That’s the energy we bring today as we build a list of the worst possible Disney after-hours party themes, all while sipping a Yak Attack inspired cocktail that tastes like mango and mixed berries with just enough rum to remind you you’re on vacation.

We start with the drink: our at-home take on the Yak Attack from Yak and Yeti at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Since we’re not making it a slushy, we go on the rocks with a simple build (rum, mango daiquiri mix, mixed berry juice) and talk through why it works as a thick, fruity Disney cocktail for anyone who wants something sweet that isn’t alcohol-forward.

Then we get irresponsible with our “bad ideas” brainstorming. We pitch nap-only nights, deep-cut 60s and 70s Disney live-action nostalgia parties, unlimited Dole Whip with no rides, and a ride music mix-up that turns Pirates into elevator music. We also take aim at modern theme park pain points: a Lightning Lane remix night where the app controls your fate, limited-edition merchandise drops with unknown prices and quantities, fireworks that might happen eventually, and surprise upcharges for everything from walking through the castle to sitting down.

If you like Disneyland humor, Disney parks satire, and real talk about what makes after-hours events feel worth it, you’ll have plenty to argue about with us. Subscribe, share the show with a Disney friend, and leave a review, then tell us in the comments: which “worst night” would break you first?