Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns

2 min read September 13, 2026 Michelle Stewart
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Celebrate Halloween Mickey Mouse style with these fun Mickey Mouse inspired ghost lanterns. Inspired by the Halloween Disney Park decorations, this fun project is sure to be a hit at your Mickey's Halloween Trunk or Treat!

 

Download the free Mickey Mouse printable here

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Print the Mickey Ear Template and cut two ears for every lantern using black cardstock.

 

Download the free Mickey Mouse printable here

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 1
Step
2

Assemble a Ghost Paper Lantern. Bend one edge of the ear to create a flap. Glue the flap to the top of the paper lantern. Repeat for the second ear.

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 2 part 1
Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 2 part 2
Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 2 part 3
Step
3

Tie a LED Lantern Light to the frame of the paper lantern.

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 3 part 1
Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 3 part 2
Step
4

Cut 2 pieces of white tulle measuring 2.5 yards each.

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 4
Step
5

Drape one piece of tulle over the top of the lantern covering the ears. Make a slit in the tulle and pull the ear through. Repeat with the second piece of tulle.

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 5 part 1
Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 5 part 2
Step
6

Cut a slit in the tulle for the frame so you can hang the lantern. Attach fishing line to the frame.

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 6
Step
7

Proudly hang up your lantern!

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 7
Step
8

Check out the rest of the Mickey's Halloween Trunk or Treat for more ideas!

Mickey Mouse Ghost Lanterns step 8

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