"Official" 2018 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - A Spooktacular Celebration!

[bhardy]

Anyone know if the length of stay cups are the Halloween ones yet? I’m checking in next Sat.

 

[dachsie]

I apologize if I’m answering questions that were already answered. I read through quickly to try to see which were answered already, but I might have missed some!


(Edited to add: It wasn’t a madhouse at all when we went!)
Yes, the Hocus Pocus spirit jersey was in the main line, and when we got there (probably 7:40ish) there were plenty of them!




They had a sign posted as you entered the line stating that it would be in complete darkness (I’m not sure if those were the exact words used).



Just wanted to mention, we got photos with Winnie the Pooh and friends and were towards the end of their first set. We also saw Cruella in the walkway behind the carousel that leads to Be Our Guest with no line.

What time did you get in line for Pooh and friends?

 

[Lsdolphin]

Somewhere I had seen a doom buggy from the haunted mansion being sold and when you pressed a button or something, it played some of the classic phrases from the attraction. It might not be special for Halloween, but I really want it! Did I make it up? Did anybody see it? If so, do you know where I can get one?

I saw that post as well and I was surprised that it said the doom buggy was available at the Christmas Shop. I would have thought it would be sold at the shop just outside of the Haunted Mansion Memento Mori, where they take the wonderful spooky photographs.

 

[dachsie]

Anyone know what the LE magic band effects are?

DFB said in their video it glows in the dark

 

[DisneyWishes14]

I’m not sure about Pirates but Space switched over about 6:50 pm. We weren’t in the queue and they took the ride down for maybe 5-10 minutes. It came back up at 6:53 (I texted DH from line).

Thank you so much!

 

[disneydentist]

Yes, last night I happened to be in Frontierland near Country Bears and the Shootin Arcade when the fireworks started and I realized they were over the water, not over the castle. i stood next to the water and got a great view. I did not have to stake out a spot.

Was the music piped in?

 

[Lsdolphin]

So in general it seems obvious that a Tuesday party is recommended over a Friday night party. However Touring Plans park crowd tracker is showing MK crowds at a level 1 on Friday, 8/31 and MK crowds at a level of 4 on monday, Sept. 3rd So would it better to attend the Friday, 8/31 party instead of the Monday 9/3 party????

 

[1lilspark]

So in general it seems obvious that a Tuesday party is recommended over a Friday night party. However Touring Plans park crowd tracker is showing MK crowds at a level 1 on Friday, 8/31 and MK crowds at a level of 4 on monday, Sept. 3rd So would it better to attend the Friday, 8/31 party instead of the Monday 9/3 party????

September 3rd is Labor Day FWIW

 

[Lsdolphin]

September 3rd is Labor Day FWIW

Yes, I am aware of that but was thinking that a lot of kids start school the next day so families might might be leaving for home that day. Also local families would prefer a Friday night since it wouldn't be a school night.

 

[Cluelyss]

So will both versions (Terrace and Garden view) both have the same dessert/food selection?

I booked the cheaper Garden view cause it has a seed bet of having a good view, but also cause it’ll save me from having to stand in several different lines for the different Halloween Party treats (Gracey, Doom Buggie, Leota, etc...).

I just wanna make sure the Garden view will have all those same treats that Keisha posted.

Yes, the dessert spread is the same for both parties.

 

[Princess_Nikki]

That’s funny because the locals I know have tickets to Tuesday parties....

Only the ones who know better than to go on a weekend!! But, really, most locals go on weekends because of school & work.

 

[bethbuchall]

All about our Trick or Treat Haul - 4 people in total, no allergies.

Candy / Quantity
AppleApple GoGo Squeeze 3
AppleCinnamon GoGo Squeeze 7
Twix (Fun Sized) (White) 16
Skittles (Fun Sized) (Original) 95
Skittles (Fun Sized) (Sour) 36
M&Ms (Fun Sized) (Peanut Butter) 25
M&Ms (Full Sized) (Caramel) 16
Twix (Fun Sized) (Dark) 16
Maltesers (Fun Sized) 27
M&Ms (Fun Sized) (Peanut) 55
Snickers (Fun Sized) (Crispers) 64
Snickers (Fun Sized) (Peanut Butter) (Squared) 28
Snickers (Fun Sized) (Real Peanut Butter) 8
Dove Circles (Mocha & Latte) 15
Dove Circles (Peanut Butter) 1
Skittles (Fun Sized) (Wild Berry) 57
M&Ms (Fun Sized) 81
Lifesaver Gummies (Big Rings) 53
M&Ms (Fun Sized) (Caramel) 47
Lifesaver Gummies 67
3 Musketeers (Fun Sized) 44
Snickers (Fun Sized) 7
Snickers (Minis) 105
Dove Minis 83
Twix (Fun Sized) (Left) 78
Milky Way (Minis) (Midnight) 16
Milky Way (Fun Sized) 43
Milky Way (Minis) 79
Twix (Fun Sized) (Right) 71
Starburst (Original) 106
Starburst (FaveREDS) 123

Total Pieces: 1472
Total Weight: 49.5 pounds

Went to most stations, sometimes multiple times. Did not get to Country Bears. Best stations for volume were Philharmagic and Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor. Cast members were generous with candy, energetic and very excited about the different costumes they recognized - especially those that were not typical or showed creativity.

Sorcerer cards were easy to get - out in front of the firehouse and the castmember marked your wristband with a sharpie.

Ride overlays were unimpressive -
SM in the dark was even more jarring and the music did not plus the experience as it was not Halloween themed, just thumping.

POTC - There was a pirate in the load area announcing to be on the lookout for Gunpowder Pete. Gunpowder Pete was a live pirate on a bridge towards the end. I had to laugh as the interaction went something like this. GPP: Yo Ho, Yo Ho, I am Gunpowder Pete...And then we sailed under. We didn't see any other evidence of live characters. Overall this seemed like a distraction to me and a way to lure people into rides.

Teacups - visibly striking lighting effects but the music wasn't themed when we passed. It was cool to see though.

A highlight is the Haunted Mansion lighting and watching the characters on the lawn. That is the best ride plussing that is done!

The special snacks that we tried were fine. We had the Hades Nachos that were nothing special but you could fix them any way you wanted at the fixins bar at Pecos Bill. My kids said the cider donuts and caramel pretzel were fine. Their favorite was the frozen apple cider. All of these were available at the Outpost behind Pecos Bill's. It was a hot night so we didn't eat much but had our share of ice water, soda and a LaFou's Brew as well.

The merch was plentiful as far as we could tell but we usually only get what we really want BADLY. I found headless horseman and light up gargoyle ornaments to buy. Neither are party specific. We are past tshirts, popcorn buckets and pins, but everything we saw was well designed/themed.

The parade and fireworks are amazing as always and the Halloween themed music and lighting in each area of the park really set the stage for a fun evening. We have done all of the characters so we don't wait in line for them anymore, but it is always exciting to have their presence in the park. At one point Cruella was back by Be Our Guest with no line (close to the end of the party) and she was a hoot to watch.

If you need an air conditioned escape, I highly recommend the Philharmagic Theater that plays spooky cartoons on a loop - catch Spooky Scary Skeletons or Mr. Toad if you can.

Can't wait to go back next year!!!

That's quite a haul! I didn’t count or weigh ours, but they were much more generous than they were at the party my daughter and I went to last year. Unfortunately, the A/C went out in my minivan, and much of our chocolate is now melted. I’m sure it will taste just fine once it solidifies again, and I guess we’ll have to eat all of it instead of passing it out at Halloween. Oh, the struggle!

Gunpowder Pete interacted more with our boat, but I think we were backed up to a stop at that point. He was funny. At one point he asked if we were looking for him. I think I was the only one who answered, and he pointed right at me and said, “You never saw me, right?!” There was also a female pirate in one of the cells in the queue area. I kind of passed by there quickly, but I saw others over talking with her.

Overall, it was a bit too chaotic for me, and my husband didn’t want to shop or eat, so I missed all of that.

 

[bethbuchall]

Was the music piped in?

It was where we were standing near the Trick or Treat stop by Tom Sawyer.

 

[cdurham1]

All about our Trick or Treat Haul - 4 people in total, no allergies.

Candy / Quantity
AppleApple GoGo Squeeze 3
AppleCinnamon GoGo Squeeze 7
Twix (Fun Sized) (White) 16
Skittles (Fun Sized) (Original) 95
Skittles (Fun Sized) (Sour) 36
M&Ms (Fun Sized) (Peanut Butter) 25
M&Ms (Full Sized) (Caramel) 16
Twix (Fun Sized) (Dark) 16
Maltesers (Fun Sized) 27
M&Ms (Fun Sized) (Peanut) 55
Snickers (Fun Sized) (Crispers) 64
Snickers (Fun Sized) (Peanut Butter) (Squared) 28
Snickers (Fun Sized) (Real Peanut Butter) 8
Dove Circles (Mocha & Latte) 15
Dove Circles (Peanut Butter) 1
Skittles (Fun Sized) (Wild Berry) 57
M&Ms (Fun Sized) 81
Lifesaver Gummies (Big Rings) 53
M&Ms (Fun Sized) (Caramel) 47
Lifesaver Gummies 67
3 Musketeers (Fun Sized) 44
Snickers (Fun Sized) 7
Snickers (Minis) 105
Dove Minis 83
Twix (Fun Sized) (Left) 78
Milky Way (Minis) (Midnight) 16
Milky Way (Fun Sized) 43
Milky Way (Minis) 79
Twix (Fun Sized) (Right) 71
Starburst (Original) 106
Starburst (FaveREDS) 123

Total Pieces: 1472
Total Weight: 49.5 pounds

I am a little disappointed you didn't put this list in alphabetical order

 

[Princess_Nikki]

According to the cast member at Memento Mori last night, they came out about a week and a half ago and sold out immediately. I was bummed.

In regards to the Doom Buggy souvenir...maybe it is sold out at Memento Mori BUT they still have them at the Christmas shoppe at Disney Springs!!

 

[scrappinginontario]

I am a little disappointed you didn't put this list in alphabetical order

Lol!!

 

[CoachTI]

Did anyone meet Lotso? It is our only character must do. Wondering what time he came out and how long his wait was?

 

[greg9x]

So in general it seems obvious that a Tuesday party is recommended over a Friday night party. However Touring Plans park crowd tracker is showing MK crowds at a level 1 on Friday, 8/31 and MK crowds at a level of 4 on monday, Sept. 3rd So would it better to attend the Friday, 8/31 party instead of the Monday 9/3 party????

Don't believe the crowd levels... They said lower for this week too, but it's been pretty busy.

 

[Haley R]

DFB said in their video it glows in the dark

I meant the effects on the FP scanners, but the glow in dark is a nice touch! I might just have to wait for magic band collectors to post a video later on. My band is coming by Tuesday!

 

[ILoveMyDVC]

Wow, I cannot believe you counted it all, @MPLsDad! Very impressive haul!

When my children were in elementary school they were required to graph the haul for math. (regular middle class public school)