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

[AngiTN]

So excited that I finally booked a long weekend trip to check out MNSSHP, but after reading a lot of these comments - I'm actually thinking about cancelling The only night we can go is Sunday Oct 14, and it's projected to be one of the busiest. We are not a fan of wall-to-wall crowds and after reading and researching, I'm just wondering if this is even a good idea. We have never been to the party, but were looking forward to checking out the parade & fireworks and some of the unique things at the party. We wouldn't be so interested in M&G's, but a lot of the comments from the last couple years have me rethinking! I'm seeing a lot more negative comments/reviews than positive. Where are the least crowded spots to watch the parade and fireworks?

That's the nature of The Dis period. It's just a place where folks come and post more negative comments/reviews, than positive. It used to really get to me too. I didn't understand why there was so much negativity on a board that I thought was to help people plan trips. I just finally realized it's not Disney, it's something about this board. Negativity spreads here like nowhere else. Disney itself isn't worse or more negative, just Dis is. I stopped letting it get to me, I read past it and learned to enjoy the board more and realized Disney wasn't anywhere near as negative as The Dis makes it sounds. If it was, it would have shut down ages ago.

Concentrate on the unique things about the party, which is what we do. All but the M&G. We tend to skip those but never miss the shows, parades or fireworks. The great thing about Hallowishes is they are not projection focused like HEA so you don't need to be in front of the castle. We watch from in back.

I agree also,, tokens or not all guests should go through the lines and get candy or token. If Disney continues this idea of someone claiming they have an allergy, then others are going to do it whether an allergy or not or tokens or not. Not fair for all involved!!!

And they should. What's not fair?

I disagree with this entirely. People should be allowed to get whatever candy they want as Disney offers the allergy and non-allergy candies to everyone and the ticket includes unlimited trick or treating. And the allergy options aren't limited to those with allergies, those with dietary restrictions also benefit from these other options. Disney also allows everyone to get the allergy options without tokens. The tokens are specifically for those who want to experience trick or treating but can't get the regular candy. If you don't want to trick or treat but still want the allergy friendly treats then you can still get the candy. This policing of how people get the allergy candies, trick or treat, or how many tokens they collect is ridiculous. You don't have to "earn" the right to ask for wethers or whatever.

Yes. There are no allergy police. Nor should there be.

 

[sjs314]

We are going for the first time in October and I’m not taking any of the negative reviews to heart. I like reading them just to see what I could POSSIBLY expect but I’m just going in with the mindset that it’ll be busy. Especially since we are going at the end of October. I have an itinerary but we will be just fine if we don’t get to everything. The main things I want to do are shop, do our dessert party, watch the parade, and ride space mountain. Everything else is a bonus.

We are also attending our first party in late October so I am expecting large crowds for this reason I also bought tickets for the seated dessert party as seeing HalloWishes is one of our main reasons to go to the party. The other goals for the night is HP castle show and the parade, still not sure where to watch either of these and I hope to pick up a pin. As you said anything else is a bonus.
I am thinking about getting the one day PhotoPass for magic shots all depends how long the lines for those are. I have 3 FP booked for between 4-6pm and dinner @ 6:15pm at the Plaza

 

[Araminta18]

Sorry, I can’t find the information: for the dessert party, do we need to check in at the terrace or could I just show up at the flagpole for the parade?

 

[rastuso]

Anybody know when Halloween sold out last year? Despite life issues, I may have my wife convinced we should go to Orlando from Oct 31st (hitting the last MNSSHP), then hit the next to last HHN on the 2nd, then hit the first MVMCP (Or first one ever after MANY HPs) on the 8th. Can't believe they start that so early this year.

Got an awesome deal on Cabana Bay room. I'm not worried about that HHN selling out. Do MVMCPs ever sell out? And when does Halloween usually sell out? We're not 100% yet, but I also don't want those to disappear on us. I'd think with the higher numbers they seem to be allowing in this year that it won't sell out soon, maybe not until October. I'd love to know the earliest its ever sold out, which was likely 2015.

Also any reviews on the Kid's Nite Out babysitting. We just don't use babysitter, and it would be the first time for our DD who is 2 and a half.

Thanks.

 

[Roy Disney]

Where do you pick up will call tickets for MNNSHP?

 

[dachsie]

Anybody know when Halloween sold out last year? Despite life issues, I may have my wife convinced we should go to Orlando from Oct 31st (hitting the last MNSSHP), then hit the next to last HHN on the 2nd, then hit the first MVMCP (Or first one ever after MANY HPs) on the 8th. Can't believe they start that so early this year.

Got an awesome deal on Cabana Bay room. I'm not worried about that HHN selling out. Do MVMCPs ever sell out? And when does Halloween usually sell out? We're not 100% yet, but I also don't want those to disappear on us. I'd think with the higher numbers they seem to be allowing in this year that it won't sell out soon, maybe not until October. I'd love to know the earliest its ever sold out, which was likely 2015.

Also any reviews on the Kid's Nite Out babysitting. We just don't use babysitter, and it would be the first time for our DD who is 2 and a half.

Thanks.

I would say buy your tickets as soon as you can. The first party may sell out because of media and bloggers and you know Halloween will

 

[ohdanalee]

I attended Friday's sold out party and had a great time. Rode pirates, haunted Mansion, and space mountain during the party, went trick or treating a LOT, saw the fireworks, villains show, and the parade (had a great viewing spot for the parade too), got a few pics taken, and ate a few of the special treats. What I noticed the most was despite the crowds and seemingly long lines, the lines all moved very quickly. The longest and most miserable line was the one waiting for the ferry and then the tram to get back to the car at the end of the night and that was due to the stifling heat more than anything. I'm a born and raised Floridian and could barely handle it!

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Anybody know when Halloween sold out last year? Despite life issues, I may have my wife convinced we should go to Orlando from Oct 31st (hitting the last MNSSHP), then hit the next to last HHN on the 2nd, then hit the first MVMCP (Or first one ever after MANY HPs) on the 8th. Can't believe they start that so early this year.

Got an awesome deal on Cabana Bay room. I'm not worried about that HHN selling out. Do MVMCPs ever sell out? And when does Halloween usually sell out? We're not 100% yet, but I also don't want those to disappear on us. I'd think with the higher numbers they seem to be allowing in this year that it won't sell out soon, maybe not until October. I'd love to know the earliest its ever sold out, which was likely 2015.

Also any reviews on the Kid's Nite Out babysitting. We just don't use babysitter, and it would be the first time for our DD who is 2 and a half.

Thanks.

I'd be surprised if the first mvmcp doesn't sell out.

Halloween day mnsshp will probably sell out at any time. If you're sure you're going don't wait another day.

 

[rastuso]

Well, I did some research online, and it seems it has sold out in the past on the 16th and 17th. I really wish they were doing Nov 1st this year, for price alone, but that must not have done well for them last year. SO, I pulled the trigger. I can always resell if I have to. The prices are always nutty.

I've heard it can clear out during the week, since a lot of locals go on Halloween night, so we'll see.

NOw I have to decide about MVMCP, but I sure can't imagine that selling out anytime soon. Even the first HP party only sold out a couple days early.

 

[AngiTN]

I would say buy your tickets as soon as you can. The first party may sell out because of media and bloggers and you know Halloween will

Yep, I think the first parties ALWAYS sell out due to bloggers going so they can you know, blog about it, LOL

 

[Haley R]

Sorry, I can’t find the information: for the dessert party, do we need to check in at the terrace or could I just show up at the flagpole for the parade?

I thought a pp said they were able to just show up at the flagpole. I may be wrong but that’s what we are planning on doing.

 

[Disneyd923]

Hi, going in October and have reservations for The Jungle Canteen before the party starts. Am I better off using this “pre-party” time on rides? Our main interest for the Halloween party are the parade and fireworks right now. My kids would love to meet 7ds, but since they are young and may not make it late, I’m weary to spend time waiting on line for characters. That being said, is the dessert party worth it for the fireworks view or is there a nice, uncrowded spot that would offer a good experience? I’m afraid the dessert party would make us miss the first parade, which is unfortunately a must. Any other must do’s for young kids? Sorry if I’m asking any questions that have already been addressed.

 

[tbird89]

Through all the parties so far this year, has anyone noticed the line for Jack and Sally closing before 11:00? If so, what's the earliest you've seen it close? in advance!!

 

[Amandaj0831]

We are going to the MK all day the day of our party. Just bad timing the one day I got BOG breakfast ended up being the best day for the party. My girls are older (13 and 15) so Im not really too worried, but I have a quick question about costumes. I was not going to wear a "real costume" but I did get a solid yellow knee length skirt with a fitted blue shirt. Can I wear that all day or is it too close to a costume, so I should wear something different and change later on?

 

[bpesch]

I didn't understand why there was so much negativity on a board that I thought was to help people plan trips. I just finally realized it's not Disney, it's something about this board. Negativity spreads here like nowhere else.

It's not just these boards, it's the nature of the human beast. So much negativity everywhere.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Anybody know when Halloween sold out last year?

Per Post #3: https://www.disboards.com/threads/o...ooktacular-celebration.3665880/#post-58846471

2017 - 10/31 sold out on 10/8
2016 - 10/31 sold out 9/16
2015 - 10/31 sold out 8/2

Do MVMCPs ever sell out?

A treasure trove of MVMCP information can be found here: "Official" 2018 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party - Holiday Magic

Historical sold out info is on Post #3: https://www.disboards.com/threads/o...as-party-holiday-magic.3668978/#post-58914474

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Where do you pick up will call tickets for MNNSHP?

Tickets can be picked up from any Guest Relations or ticket booth location.

 

[DisneyWishes14]

Sorry, I can’t find the information: for the dessert party, do we need to check in at the terrace or could I just show up at the flagpole for the parade?

I thought a pp said they were able to just show up at the flagpole. I may be wrong but that’s what we are planning on doing.

You need to check in at the terrace first and get the dessert party lanyard as your credentials for the parade and dessert party. Check-in at the terrace begins as early as 4 pm. You can stop there on your way in if you are entering at 4 pm for the party and going through the bypass.

Hi, going in October and have reservations for The Jungle Canteen before the party starts. Am I better off using this “pre-party” time on rides? Our main interest for the Halloween party are the parade and fireworks right now. My kids would love to meet 7ds, but since they are young and may not make it late, I’m weary to spend time waiting on line for characters. That being said, is the dessert party worth it for the fireworks view or is there a nice, uncrowded spot that would offer a good experience? I’m afraid the dessert party would make us miss the first parade, which is unfortunately a must. Any other must do’s for young kids? Sorry if I’m asking any questions that have already been addressed.

We love starting our night off at Skipper's Canteen for dinner. We typically make our reservation as late as possible (our reservation was at 5:50 pm on Aug. 24), so we can get rides in between 4 pm until dinner time. You will find it gets fairly crowded in MK when the party and general day crowds mix. We like to eat so by the time we are done, the day crowd has thinned and the party starts.

I'm not sure which party you are interested in, but we did the terrace party on Aug. 24. They let guests in at 8:45 pm so you can pick a table. They also have reserved signs to place on the table in case you'd like to leave and see the parade or do something else. If you are interested in the terrace party, you could find a parade spot and then send one adult over to the terrace to enter at 8:45 pm and pick a table. Perhaps pick a parade spot near the terrace so it's easy to get to the party once the parade goes by. We saw the parade by the flagpole and got back to the terrace with a good 20 minutes before the fireworks which was plenty of time to eat our dessert. You could see the parade and then go to the terrace, but the better tables will probably be gone by then.

 

[Mambo Junkie]

Through all the parties so far this year, has anyone noticed the line for Jack and Sally closing before 11:00? If so, what's the earliest you've seen it close? in advance!!

Check out Kenny the Pirate. He has excellent information about the characters, their locations and availability. Great info!

 

[Mambo Junkie]

Does anyone who has been this year know about the availability of candy? My husband and I went in 2016 and it was hot. Not having bags to carry, we opted not to get candy early because we didn't want it to melt in our pockets, lol. By the time we decided to get some, the locations we checked were out of candy and we never did find any. Although getting candy is the least of our goals for this trip, we will have our granddaughters who will want a little candy. We are not big trick or treaters and only visit a few houses on Halloween, but we'd like them to experience getting candy from the Magic Kingdom. Just wondering how this year was so far.