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

[krd315]

What is everyone's best techniques for seeing Jack Skeleton? Seeing Jack will be the highlight of the party for my little girl. I plan on waiting solo and then calling wife/daughter when I get closer to the front. Not sure when best time to get in line. Any suggestions welcomed. Thanks

Definitely get in line early. On 8/20 we got there about 2:45 and were the 5th group. We were done by 4:55pm. By 4pm the line was a 2.5 - 3 hr wait. Our party tickets were scanned and we got our party bands as we entered the line.

 

[krd315]

We had a great time at the 8/20 party. Met Jack & Sally, Elvis Stitch, Red Queen & Tweedle/Teeedle dum, several TOT spots, magic shots, Halloween photos, fireworks and 2nd parade. Cruella's party was okay and glad we had reserved parade spot but probably wouldn't do it again at that price.

 

[krd315]

 

[FoxC63]

Re: the SotMK card, we have a 4PM ADR at CRT but can enter the park early as we will be using one of our park days in the morning. Is there any way to get a wristband before 4pm? If not, what do you suggest once we finish CRT re: getting wristbands and the SotMK card? The card is a biggie for DD. How I wish our ADR was for 4:30pm instead.

Thanks to all for your reports and advice. I have been reading this thread off and on for months. Y'all are awesome.

No not with just a park ticket. Only DVC are allowed to get their party wristbands at 2pm. I cannot comment on AP holders. You can pick up your waistband starting at 4pm inside the park at the following locations:

• The front of the park (as you enter)
• Inside the Chamber of Commerce building on Main Street
• Near Buzz Lightyear
• Outside of Mickey's Philharmagic
• Guest Relations window in Liberty Square
• Near Tortuga Tavern

 

[FoxC63]

If we pay for the Plaza Fireworks Party within the MNSSHP and want to stand at the front rail, we are now out of luck? I understand having a spot for ECV's and wheelchairs, but I don't think that spot should be in an area that is exclusive to an upcharge event.

Wow!
Some of these people just so happen to be members of our armed forces, served our communities and have had serious accidents or birth defects I would hope if ever you were in this position someone of decency would gladly give you their spot. I wouldn't hesitate a heartbeat.

 

[OhhBother]

Wow!
Some of these people just so happen to be members of our armed forces, served our communities and have had serious accidents or birth defects I would hope if ever you were in this position someone of decency would gladly give you their spot. I wouldn't hesitate a heartbeat.

I was one of those in a wheelchair at the first Plaza dessert party. When my DH and I (paying guests at the dessert party) went to the garden area, a CM took us straight to the front area, which was marked off for dessert party guests in wheelchairs/ECVs. It was a nice gesture, but we ended up moving to the back. The seated view from the front wasn't very good - my view was blocked by a topiary and a lighting structure.

Note - I'm not normally in a wheelchair. But I'm struggling with an Achilles injury. I have a new appreciation for what people in wheelchairs deal with - it's like I was invisible. People would cut me off, stop in front of me, stand obliviously blocking the only close ramp on a sidewalk, etc. I'm very thankful for my mobility, and I hope to be more sensitive to those using assistive devices going forward.

 

[Cluelyss]

Wow, I spent days catching up on this thread after vacation. Lots of great info!

DH and I are going to our first party this year. We are arriving in Orlando at 11:30 am and thought it would be a good way to get a longer park stay that day, plus a new experience. We will go to GFV from MCO using DME. I will bring a carryon roller bag to store all our carryon stuff at Bell Services since our room likely won’t be ready that early. Our luggage will show up when we are at the park. We are DVC members and can arrive at MK for MNSSHP at 2:00. Plan to take the monorail from GFV to MK. Our tickets are all electronic, how do we make sure that they use the party ticket at 2:00 and not one of the full day tickets we need for the rest of the parks that week? Any suggestions on the above? Thank you!

There will be an entrance dedicated to DVC members at the far right tap style. Make sure you enter there. Have fun!

 

[rlk]

Wow!
Some of these people just so happen to be members of our armed forces, served our communities and have had serious accidents or birth defects I would hope if ever you were in this position someone of decency would gladly give you their spot. I wouldn't hesitate a heartbeat.

I didn't realize it was for those who paid for the dessert party. Thanks for the clarification.

As I said, I didn't realize they had paid for the party. I originally thought Disney had moved the regular handicapped viewing into the plaza. Of course I have empathy for people who are disabled or have limited mobility. My mother was confined to a wheelchair for over six years due to ALS.

 

[FoxC63]

As I said, I didn't realize they had paid for the party. I originally thought Disney had moved the regular handicapped viewing into the plaza. Of course I have empathy for people who are disabled or have limited mobility. My mother was confined to a wheelchair for over six years due to ALS.

It shouldn't matter if they paid or didn't. People with disabilities have a tough life as it is. I'm grateful Disney has a plan for them in place even if its lasts for 20 minutes which is how long the parade lasts. What's 20 minutes to someone without a disability.

 

[Mrspeaks]

It shouldn't matter if they paid or didn't. People with disabilities have a tough life as it is. I'm grateful Disney has a plan for them in place even if its lasts for 20 minutes which is how long the parade lasts. What's 20 minutes to someone without a disability.

I didn’t read the comment that way. There are other reserved areas for wheelchairs and I believe the OP thought those areas were moved to the dessert party reserved area.

 

[FoxC63]

I didn’t read the comment that way. There are other reserved areas for wheelchairs and I believe the OP thought those areas were moved to the dessert party reserved area.

Thank you Mrspeaks. I've hosted the MNSSHP Itinerary thread for two years and have worked with quite a few DISers with disabilities. Even if OP thought the area was moved into the paid location, does it really matter.

 

[sanibellife]

Okay I am racking my brain and confusing myself trying to come up with a plan of action for the party! We are really focused on rides, fireworks and 2nd parade. Would love some suggestions on mapping out a plan for rides. We are family of 4 with 2 young adults 16 and 20 so they will want to do the HM, BTM, Splash MTN, and Space MTN for sure. We will be at the park by 7:00 pm.
We are going to the 8/30 party.

Would love to hear others game plans!

 

[Kc0912]

Am I a complete moron if I actually plan to go to the first parade. I know that anecdotally the second parade is quieter. But I almost think that the first parade works out better with our plans.
The WDW couple mentioned that Disney made an announcement through the park telling people the second parade was quieter - which resulted in an opposite effect on opening night.
Does anyone know if these announcements have continued? And at what point, do you suck it up & accept the extra crowds for parade #1 if it works out better for your plans?

 

[Mom2Stitch]

Am I a complete moron if I actually plan to go to the first parade. I know that anecdotally the second parade is quieter. But I almost think that the first parade works out better with our plans.
The WDW couple mentioned that Disney made an announcement through the park telling people the second parade was quieter - which resulted in an opposite effect on opening night.
Does anyone know if these announcements have continued? And at what point, do you suck it up & accept the extra crowds for parade #1 if it works out better for your plans?

I've not been yet, so not sure of announcements in the park, but I do know that I just got an email with some tips and suggestions for the party. One of those tips is to attend the 2nd parade, so they are trying to get that message out there.

Just my opinion-do what best suits your needs and plans.

 

[trishadono]

Okay I am racking my brain and confusing myself trying to come up with a plan of action for the party! We are really focused on rides, fireworks and 2nd parade. Would love some suggestions on mapping out a plan for rides. We are family of 4 with 2 young adults 16 and 20 so they will want to do the HM, BTM, Splash MTN, and Space MTN for sure. We will be at the park by 7:00 pm.
We are going to the 8/30 party.

Would love to hear others game plans!

We will arrive around 6p. We will hit the bypass for our treats. Probably hang out by partners statue for a bit and watch people’s costumes. We will ToT and ride rides, shop from 7-8;30. SM is a must do others a “would be nice” .

Hp 8;30
Grab a quick ride after?
9;30 Cruella party for sprarkling wine and hope to get a seat outdoor patio.
10p head out for fireworks
Maybe sneak a ride in ?
10;30-45 back to Cruella’s for a bit.
Since you can see the Headless Horseman from Cruella I’ll wait until after he passes to head out to see Boo 11:15
After that a short walk ? Ride ? Then back to cruellas before midnight and hang and wait for crowds to disperse.

We are wearing Halloween clothing . Here my MB.

 

[Disneylover99]

Am I a complete moron if I actually plan to go to the first parade. I know that anecdotally the second parade is quieter. But I almost think that the first parade works out better with our plans.
The WDW couple mentioned that Disney made an announcement through the park telling people the second parade was quieter - which resulted in an opposite effect on opening night.
Does anyone know if these announcements have continued? And at what point, do you suck it up & accept the extra crowds for parade #1 if it works out better for your plans?

I always go to both parades. Typically I watch both parades from Frontierland. I really don’t notice much difference between crowds at the parades during the nights I’ve been.

 

[sherlockmiles]

Would someone be able to label a party map with the character names at each symbol?


Also - what time can we checkin at cruella's? (I know it starts at 9:30) and where is the reserved parade view area? (someone said its not in front of tony's)

THANKS!

 

[diablodancer]

Any update on the wait time for Elvis Stitch? Trying to decide when in the evening to fit him in.

 

[lvcourtneyy]

Am I a complete moron if I actually plan to go to the first parade. I know that anecdotally the second parade is quieter. But I almost think that the first parade works out better with our plans.
The WDW couple mentioned that Disney made an announcement through the park telling people the second parade was quieter - which resulted in an opposite effect on opening night.
Does anyone know if these announcements have continued? And at what point, do you suck it up & accept the extra crowds for parade #1 if it works out better for your plans?

We always watch the first parade then the fireworks then go off to meet characters. We’ve found this way works much better for our touring plans because a lot of character lines have dropped off by this point. When they moved the second parade time back a few years ago, it made it difficult to do much after it.

 

[Best Aunt]

Question for people who have already attended this year:

I have several Photopass photos where the photographer told me to look scared. But these are not Magic Shots. No magic was added. They are just photos of me looking scared for no apparent reason.

They are next to the big pumpkin, and on Main Street with the castle in the background.

Did this happen to anybody else? Or did they add magic to your photos and forgot to add it to mine?

(These are not the Magic shots with the cauldron and holdling the flaming pumpkin; I have the magic in those photos.)