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

[FoxC63]

@blrem Posted: "We asked for a "craft" item at the allergy stand and was told no - they were only for someone who couldn't eat anything at all. "

What is a "craft" item?

Redeemed at Liberty Square and got 2 of each item the first time and a randomly filled bag the second.

Regarding the craft item: I saw pictures somewhere. If you have an allergy bag, when you trade in your tokens they had a few things to give away which were not edible. PP reported not being allowed to get a craft item if you could eat any of the allergy friendly food items.

Hmm, I've only read one post who said they couldn't get a craft Foam Kit. My son went trick or treating at a few places, he turned in some tokens at Town Square and a few at Liberty Square. Both locations gave him bags already filled with candy.
My son asked and received these foam kits from both locations, so not sure why the discrepancy. Maybe they don't give them to adults?



We ToT later on that evening and our son went back to Liberty Square and Cast Member "Luiz" helped our son. Luiz was very patient, kind and helpful. My son has peanut, tree nut and red food coloring allergies. This CM was amazing!

 

[Best Aunt]

I was getting my hair cut when I overheard another customer say, "Disney... Halloween..."

That poor guy left with so much unsolicited advice from me about MNSSHP!

 

[FoxC63]

We are not clear if last nights' party sold out since there are no accounts of not being able to purchase tickets yesterday, etc., and sell-out parties are pretty rare. It's pretty clear the number of tickets they sell is pretty high number and with the exception of Halloween and possibly right before/after Halloween, if a party is going to sell-out it tends to happen the same day.

This ^

 

[Skallywag Steph]

I have a dilemma. We decided to go on impromptu trip this weekend! Just decided 2 days ago.

I am in the navy and just found out there are military prices for the party. I called SOG and they said since it is within 2 weeks they won't sell over the phone. We will be driving and arriving Saturday morning, looking at buying tickets for Sunday's party. We can go straight to SOG to buy the tickets, they open at 8am. I am just nervous about this party selling out after reading that last night's party was sold out. I did see that it was the last night for CM discount, it IS a Sunday night, I'm guessing a lot of people staying for longer vacation come in on the weekend or leave on a weekend which *might* mean they wouldn't choose a Sunday night party.

Do we just buy the tickets from Disney direct or roll the dice and wait until Saturday morning. It is a significant savings for our family of four...to the tune of $100. BUT this is the reason we are even heading down. We are also going to Typhoon lagoon (Saturday) and have a trip planned for January, so we won't miss the other parks too much.

What do you all think the chances are of Sunday's party selling out before Saturday morning? Thanks for your expertise input.

I believe military can buy tickets at the gate the night of the party even if it's sold out. I'm not sure if the price would be the same as buying from SOG or not. Maybe someone else knows that.

 

[monique5]

I was just going to ask if anyone has access to the CM discount dates, I noticed we don't have that info on Page 1 yet. I'll do some asking around too, although it's probably around somewhere in front of my face and I just don't know it.

I follow a few Disney/CM types on Twitter and saw a lot of party posts last night, not that that means much.

In the past someone has shared or posted CM party dates once released. Not this year!

 

[Cluelyss]

Big question: if a person enters the park with just a party ticket, do they have to get the party wristband as soon as they enter the park, or can they get the party wristband later? Because that could potentially slow you down if you get a slowpoke cast member putting on the wristbands.

When you enter via the party entrance there are CMs stationed between the tap styles and park entrance to put your wristband on. I’ve never tried to skirt by them, so not sure if you can, but the first CM always has a huge line. Keep walking to the second or third one and you’ll be on your way in no time!

 

[jenhelgren]

I need expert advice! What is our best use of time between 6 and 7 when day guests are leaving, FP are done, and the overlays have not started yet? We will not have park tickets this trip and MNSSHP will be our only night at MK so our touring strategy will be a little different than most. We do want to experience parade and fireworks but wont be wasting a ton of time in character lines, etc since it is our only night. I was thinking about heading back to Storybook Circus to get a few photos with characters in our costumes from 6 to 7 but then realized it may close to get ready for the party meets. What time do the standard Storyboko characters stop their meets on MNSSHP nights?

Thanks for any and all advice you want to throw at me. I tried to scan the thread but it is overwhelming with 264 pages and this is a VERY last minute trip that just came true a few days ago so the planner in me is trying to come up for air at this point still needing to check for rental cars, etc and make MNSSHP plans!!

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I need expert advice! What is our best use of time between 6 and 7 when day guests are leaving, FP are done, and the overlays have not started yet? We will not have park tickets this trip and MNSSHP will be our only night at MK so our touring strategy will be a little different than most. We do want to experience parade and fireworks but wont be wasting a ton of time in character lines, etc since it is our only night. I was thinking about heading back to Storybook Circus to get a few photos with characters in our costumes from 6 to 7 but then realized it may close to get ready for the party meets. What time do the standard Storyboko characters stop their meets on MNSSHP nights?

Thanks for any and all advice you want to throw at me. I tried to scan the thread but it is overwhelming with 264 pages and this is a VERY last minute trip that just came true a few days ago so the planner in me is trying to come up for air at this point still needing to check for rental cars, etc and make MNSSHP plans!!

The regular characters in Pete’s Silly Sideshow stop at 4:30pm on party nights.

What are your dinner plans? I consistently make the mistake of not eating a real dinner, then just spend the evening chasing my hunger with candy, which I regret later. So maybe grab something to eat during that time?

Or use it to hit lower priority rides?

No need to read all 264 pages, you got this!

 

[Best Aunt]

I need expert advice! What is our best use of time between 6 and 7 when day guests are leaving, FP are done, and the overlays have not started yet? We will not have park tickets this trip and MNSSHP will be our only night at MK so our touring strategy will be a little different than most. We do want to experience parade and fireworks but wont be wasting a ton of time in character lines, etc since it is our only night. I was thinking about heading back to Storybook Circus to get a few photos with characters in our costumes from 6 to 7 but then realized it may close to get ready for the party meets. What time do the standard Storyboko characters stop their meets on MNSSHP nights?

Thanks for any and all advice you want to throw at me. I tried to scan the thread but it is overwhelming with 264 pages and this is a VERY last minute trip that just came true a few days ago so the planner in me is trying to come up for air at this point still needing to check for rental cars, etc and make MNSSHP plans!!

Last year I met Cinderella and some other princess between 6:00 and 7:00 at Princess Fairytale Hall. Only one family in front of me.

I think some of the magic shots start before 7:00. Ask photographers on Main Street. They may be able to do the photo where you hold a poison apple and the photo where you hold a flaming pumpkin. I think some of the magic shots in front of haunted mansion may start before 7:00.

The halloween cupcake at Starbucks is available all the time so you could get that before 7:00.

If you want the halloween merch you can buy that before 7:00.

You can go through the bypass and get the candy starter pack. There are photo opps there also.

These are just my thoughts. If you want a ride-filled itinerary, someone else will have to help.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Ok, this is kinda funny and kinda MNSSHP-related (since it was at a party):

https://twitter.com/x/status/1174456238895173633

 

[SimplyTink]

Another reason to add Disney Springs to your plans...

I recently posted about Disney Springs PhotosPass Studio: Halloween Backdrops
well Sephora at Disney Springs is now offering Halloween Makeovers
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We expect makeover over appointments at Sephora’s Disney Springs location to book up quickly so reserve your spot today. Reservations can be made by calling:
Call (407) 560-9159.

Thanks for posting this @FoxC63 !! We are going to the October 1st party and I booked my makeover for earlier that day! So very excited!! Very easy to make reservation too.

xoxoTink

 

[DLBDS]

Cruella's check-in starts at 9:00 with the event officially starting at 9:30. So, when should we plan to get in line for check-in assuming we want to avoid a long line? Just trying to get my itinerary together for the party. Thanks!
Edit: Just realized this might should be in the Restaurants forum??

 

[Tonberry]

On 9/13, we got there around 9:15. There were 2 CM's checking people in and there were 2 people in front of us. It took about 2 minutes from when we got there until we were finding a table. The longest part of the check in was getting the wrist bands on.

 

[Tonberry]

I need expert advice! What is our best use of time between 6 and 7 when day guests are leaving, FP are done, and the overlays have not started yet?

At 6:00, we took a drink break at Pecos Bill. Used restrooms and hydrated until 6:15. Then we went over to Tomorrow Land and did the People Mover. Finished that by 6:40. Space Mountain was already running in the dark and there was no line and the wait was 15 minute, so we did that. It was 7:00 when we were done with Space Mountain (there was a massive line now).

 

[Dugette]

One more question: Can anyone confirm if the bus to Disney Springs will still be running after the party ends? We're staying in a DS hotel, so trying to figure out how we'll get back after staying to the end of the party.

 

[Kickstart]

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If you want the halloween merch you can buy that before 7:00.

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Follow-up question on this: How does that work? Is there party only merchandise available in the stores that they will only sell to you if you have a party band on?

Seems like regular day guests would find that confusing.

 

[DLBDS]

On 9/13, we got there around 9:15. There were 2 CM's checking people in and there were 2 people in front of us. It took about 2 minutes from when we got there until we were finding a table. The longest part of the check in was getting the wrist bands on.

Thanks! Looks like there's no need to que up early. Was concerned I would be wasting valuable party time on that. I've set my standards super low for this event. Not getting good reviews early on. Hoping, by the time we go, things will have improved.

 

[FoxC63]

Cruella's check-in starts at 9:00 with the event officially starting at 9:30. So, when should we plan to get in line for check-in assuming we want to avoid a long line? Just trying to get my itinerary together for the party. Thanks!
Edit: Just realized this might should be in the Restaurants forum??

Cruella's Halloween Hide-A-Way
You posted on the right thread and things have changed since the first party.

Unlike the Firework dessert parties, you can check in starting at 2pm. We received our Hide-A-Way wristbands at 4:10. Cruella met everyone at their tables and PhotoPass was available. I believe first night reviews of this event ran differently. She spent enough time at each table and was very engaging. Cruella's laughter echoed throughout the building! What a hoot! Note: Cruella also roams in Fantasyland during the party. We attended on Friday, Aug 30th

Original Post: LINK

 

[FoxC63]

Thanks for posting this @FoxC63 !! We are going to the October 1st party and I booked my makeover for earlier that day! So very excited!! Very easy to make reservation too.

xoxoTink

Sweet! I hope you post photos!!! Are you going to Disney Springs PhotoPass Studios after your makeover?

 

[blrem]

So sorry you had a bad experience this year. Just for data collecting, would you mind answering a few questions?

1. We waited 10-20 minutes at treat stops - What time did you go Trick or Treating?
2. Which Allergy Stations did you go to when you exchanged Blue Tokens - Main Street or Liberty Square?
3. 15-20 minutes to purchase a snack - Where and which snack?
4. Last parade we were 5 rows back - Where and what time did you arrive?

Thank you.

1. We tried at various time throughout the night, starting right at 7pm and giving up on it about 10pm. The first we tried was by tomorrow land near Cosmic Ray's. It was crazy because you couldn't even find the end of the line....and by the time you found it, you couldn't get to it because people were coming so fast from all directions it seemed to "never" be the end. Please note we love Disney and are having a great vacation overall. We also have done this party before and loved it - it has never been like this when we were there in years past. Many people were grumbling about not being able to get to the end of lines either - and the people were scooters had a terrible time - they pretty much just cut in because it was impossible for them to get to the end before it grew again. Another station was Mickey's Philharmonic and a third was in Fantasyland by the Barnstormer.

2. Allergy station was Liberty Square. We did it fairly early - about 9pm because last year they ended up only having jelly beans and trail mix at Main St at the end of the party - so we wanted more of a choice. Last year they were generous with the blue chips - this year I never got more than 1 chip at a location and Liberty Square literally counted out the candies to the few tokens I had.

3. We tried for two snacks - one was the place where you get the waffles with nutella (sorry, my mind is blank on the name) and the other was at a popcorn cart trying to get a Mickey Bucket. We wanted the "Wedding Cake" but skipped it when we saw the long line once again.

4. Parade - 11:30! Yes, the late parade. That's why it was so shocking to still not be able to get a decent view on Main St. at all. We had little choice since they had taped with white tape all down the street and you had to be within the tape so walk ways remained open to people leaving - there was almost nothing open. We were "lucky" to find a place to stick our feet in (my daughter and I are both very petite) so we could view it at all - about 15 min before it started. I counted - we were 5 rows back.

For comparison, today we went to Magic Kingdom during regular hours - it was wonderful! You could walk and actually breathe - not be packed in constantly like sardines. We got on rides with little wait. Food lines moved along at a nice pace (Casey's and Be Our Guest) and today I got a popcorn bucket with only a couple people in front of me - it was A to Z. And this didn't cost us any extra. No, they didn't have the special parade or fireworks - but their regular parade and Happily Ever After were both wonderful and fully enjoyed.....without the chaos of last night.

We have had many moments of pixie dust this trip and it's one of our best trips all around - with the big exception of the Halloween Party. We won't let it ruin anything though - just won't spend the money for that experience again next year and hope it helps others who are on the fence - honestly, save the money and put it towards something else, if other parties are anything like last night.