"Official" 2019 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - A Frightfully Festive Celebration

[RJstanis]

I don’t know what people mean by “perimeter fireworks” but all fireworks were between Splash Mtn and the castle. I was on path across from pecos bill (near splash) facing the castle so castle was at 12:00 position. Most fireworks were at 10:00, 11:00 and 12:00 positions with a few at 9:00 position.

I see what you meant now. I saw you basically answered 3 times but I didnt get it until the 3rd time. Thank you and sorry!

Ok to answer some questions:

I have been two years in a row and i have yet to find the headless horseman photo op. Maybe someone can explain exactly where and when it is.

It's literally in between the park entrance gates and the train in front of the big grass hill that has the train at the top with the Mickey head shaped flowers (I think its Mickey head still at least). You'll see photopass people there setup with tripods. Last year was the first year I saw them have 3 different photopass people which made the line(s) go super fast.

Monsters inc: first you go through a trick or treat line. Then if you want you can sit down while they do a mini interactive show. (it’s like turtle talk with crush at epcot). You can ignore that and just leave. They give out candy again at the exit.

Thank you for this! You're the first person I've seen comment what this actual new experience is.

What time do the overlays on rides start - before 7pm maybe??

They start right at 7, not before unless they change policy.

 

[RJstanis]

@Best Aunt Oh and I dont know when they start the Headless Horseman photo OP but its definitely not when they start letting people in at 4pm at least lol. I usually dont make a special trip for it and have done it twice as I was leaving the park. I know they continue doing it for at least a little bit after midnight but not sure for how long.

 

[Best Aunt]

@Best Aunt Oh and I dont know when they start the Headless Horseman photo OP but its definitely not when they start letting people in at 4pm at least lol. I usually dont make a special trip for it and have done it twice as I was leaving the park. I know they continue doing it for at least a little bit after midnight but not sure for how long.

I arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 and leave during second parade. I have yet to see the photographer doing headless horseman shots! Oh, well.

 

[yoda22]

Just to add to the fireworks music discussion - one of the first songs played is from Trick or Treat, an old Disney Halloween cartoon with Huey, Dewey, Louie, Donald Duck and a witch named Hazel. It's a stylized version of the cartoon's song, a bit jazzed up and swingy. The cartoon is awesome and brings back fond memories of watching Disney's Halloween Treat in the early '80s. I was happy to hear it's included in the new fireworks show. I thought the fireworks and projections looked amazing, and I look forward to seeing it in person in October.

 

[RJstanis]

I arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 and leave during second parade. I have yet to see the photographer doing headless horseman shots! Oh, well.

That's weird and how frustrating! And forgive me if I'm asking a silly question but you know it's a magic shot and not an actual horse out there too? I only mention that bc I was confused the first year they had it and felt like an idiot once someone clarified it to me.

The photopass people are only in the middle of the area so you wont run into them or see them when you walk from the tunnel to the park gates. Outside of that it sounds like you have some really bad luck in that regard. I'm sorry you've missed it twice

 

[yulilin3]

Anyone see any pics of videos of the fireworks from further back spots, such as the TTC or Poly. Just trying to study the perimeter shots.

Hallowishes used 8 "extra" launch points surrounding the MK to create what most will call the "180 degree" fireworks (in addition to the 'regular' launch points on/around the castle and the main launch point 'behind' the MK).

I can see at least 4 'extra' launch points in the videos I've seen from last night, but they're all too close to the castle/zoomed in to see the full skyline. Seemed like they were being used at various parts throughout the show, not just the ending like Hallowishes.

Tried not to watch any but couldn't help it.

No 180 large perimeters like before

 

[FoxC63]

We went to the Sept 11 and 16 parties last year and had no rain during either party that I remember.

You must be remembering wrong, I keep track of over all issues posted here and Sept 11th had lite rain, lightning and thunder.

Sept. 11th Posts Starts: HERE

 

[FoxC63]

I posted drips and drabs last night but here is the order it all went down. Lol.

We had a blast! I don’t think it was more crowded then any party I’ve been to. But I’m sure my perceptions are greatly influenced by the weather. Not a drop of sweat rolled down my back. And that’s saying something. Lol.

You're awesome! Thanks for posting!

 

[ksromack]

Good morning everyone! We are super excited about the party tonight. I will be posting in my Instagram stories, we will be focusing on rides, fireworks and are Cruella's Hideaway. Follow me
https://www.instagram.com/jomurray/

You have a beautiful family

 

[RJstanis]

No 180 large perimeters like before

I'm going to need you to use yours and the DIS connections at Disney to rectify this by next Friday, please and thanks lol. I dont ask for much in this life I swear!

 

[TikiBirdRunner]

Have we heard which ToT locations are "Bonus Locations" this year?

 

[drdrowsy]

anyone have any info about the "special offer" one-day memory maker available at the town square theater only during the event (price?)

 

[FoxC63]

quick review of what I did:
was told that the Oggie Boogie bucket and Jack sipper are coming in September.

Wow!!! So much to soak in! Thank you!
I hope you all read this, that's big news!

 

[PrincessNelly]

May I ask what happened? How long did you know you were going to the party?
Did you know this thread has been up and running since Jan. 15, 2019? I'm just curious so please do not take offense. I want to understand how this could happen to a fellow DISer, hopefully we can prevent it in the future.

It wasn't anything to do with lack of planning or anything. We just ran out of time. We were moving slower than normal as my fiance was in a wheelchair and it was so busy that it was hard to navigate or get around. We're going to come back when he's walking and that should give us the ability to get more done.

 

[yulilin3]

Does anyone who has been to the party think that NOT seeing the projections on the castle is a big deal?
We will have our 3yo with us and I could pay for the dessert party as there are spots open for our date but it is so expensive. We are already doing the HEA fireworks party on another night.
I'm honestly thinking that the parade will be more of a draw for her and then meeting characters and of course getting lots of candy.

I think you'll be fine without seeing the projections. They enhance the show but it's not the primary focus.

 

[PrincessNelly]

I posted drips and drabs last night but here is the order it all went down. Lol.

We arrived about 3pm. and used our AP for admission.
Went to emporium for pins.
Used our first fp on Pirates.
Ate at Pecos Bill.
Used Second fp on Haunted Mansion.
Went to front for wristband, sorcerers card and to go down the bypass for candy and Photopass. It was about 5pm. at that point.
Used 3rd fp at Seven Dwarfs. Headed to Tomorrowland for People Mover.
Aunts Gravity’s for sundae/milkshake.
Back to Adventureland for dolewhip floats.
Hit a few candy lines so we had treats to eat through the night.

Then it was magicshot time. We headed down main street for shots. It was around 8pm at that point. It was a good time to go! Hardly any lines. We also went outside the park to do Headless Horseman cause we missed that shot last year.

Found a parade spot just after 8:30pm. at the top of Mainstreet and this is where we stayed til the end of the fireworks.

After fireworks I headed to Frontierland for the second parade while my family went trick or treating. They got obscene amounts of candy.

After parade I headed to the stage show and got a good spot for the midnight show. We headed out at 1am.

We didn’t meet characters, go on any rides during the party, or see any dance parties, just because they weren’t priority.

We had a blast! I don’t think it was more crowded then any party I’ve been to. But I’m sure my perceptions are greatly influenced by the weather. Not a drop of sweat rolled down my back. And that’s saying something. Lol.

We definitely had an opposite experience as far as crowds go lol. Everywhere we went it was wall to wall people. I guess everyone had the same touring plan as us. It was our first Halloween party but we've done the Christmas party before. We've found the Christmas party to be fairly empty compared to what we experienced last night.

However, I was just incredibly thankful that the weather was so perfect! I was dreading the crowds and heat all week and it turned out to be breezy and cool. Couldn't have lucked up with better weather!

 

[RJstanis]

anyone have any info about the "special offer" one-day memory maker available at the town square theater only during the event (price?)

$69, you can purchase it on the app after you take your first picture in the park and its loaded for you to view. Theres no prepay discount like the normal memory maker.

I'm pretty sure it's not event specific either, and can buy any day at the parks, but I'm not 100 on that.

 

[FoxC63]

Where did you find this information? Do you happen to have a link? I've been trying to find more details and pictures of what is being served this year, but I can't seem to locate any. I'm considering booking this, if we do a second party or don't do Cruella's.

@PrincessNelly posted photos of the desserts: HERE

 

[mckennarose]

I arrive between 6:00 and 6:30 and leave during second parade. I have yet to see the photographer doing headless horseman shots! Oh, well.

We've also done it on the way out last year, but it was definitely closer to 12:30. I was surprised the photographers were still there! We watched the last HP show at midnight, stopped and had some photos on Main St. (Photogs still there too) and took a slow walk out. I only remember two Headless Horseman photographers when we were leaving on our night, but the lines were really short at that time.

anyone have any info about the "special offer" one-day memory maker available at the town square theater only during the event (price?)

I don't know about buying it in Town Square, but we bought it online after our pics started showing up on MDE. I thought you had to have at least one photo in MDE to get the option to purchase the one day MM. ???

 

[mckennarose]

$69, you can purchase it on the app after you take your first picture in the park and its loaded for you to view. Theres no prepay discount like the normal memory maker.

I'm pretty sure it's not event specific either, and can buy any day at the parks, but I'm not 100 on that.

You posted while I was typing, lol! You clarified the one pic thing, thanks!