When in October??

[jamnut24]

I'm in the early stages of planning a week long trip in October 2006. Any thoughts on the preferred time. I know that Epcot has the Food& Wine fest all month which sounds good, MK has the NSS Halloween Party later in the month which sounds possibly like a waste of time, and I also have the Funai Golf Tourney which does not interest me around the 20th which may increase crowds at the parks. Any input is appreciated. :thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

[ruzer28]

Hi,
I went last year the first week in October, and I liked it so much I'm going back this year the same week. It wasn't too crowded and the temperature was perfect. The only complaint I could have was the weather. It rained every day for some part of the day. I think you run that risk any time in the fall, though. Luckily the showers were scattered and didn't ruin our trip. As for the Halloween party, I bought tickets for the third night we were there, which was a Sunday. I loved the party so much that I bought tickets to go back on the following Thursday. It was the highlight of my trip. What is it that you think you won't like? The rides were all walk-on, with no lines whatsoever (be careful of the night you go though, I hear Fridays are always crowded), the fireworks were the best I've ever seen (like them better than Wishes), and the parade was great. And I'm not a parade person. I also have no kids, I'm an adult and loved it for my own reasons. If you have questions about it, ask away. It might just not be your thing, I suppose.

[ruzer28]

I forgot, one more thing. The F & W looked great, but we didn't eat much of the food since we were there on the free dining plan. Some of the stands offered items that were considered a snack on the plan, but most were separate. If you're not going on the dp, I'd definitely consider the F & W as one reason to go at that time of year. I will say that we made the mistake of going to Epcot on the Saturday night that we got there, which was the first weekend of F & W. It was packed!!! You couldn't even move. I think this was mostly due to locals, though, because the rest of the week wasn't bad at all.

[byoung]

Mnsshp is excellent, not a waise of time.

[jamnut24]

I didn't mean to offend MNSSHP fans. It sounded like a neat concept to me that the kid's would really enjoy but it seemed like everything that I read on these boards and in the Unofficial Guide indicated that crowds were too large for any interaction with the characters. Does it run all month? I assume that crowds are lighter early in the month. :banana:

[ThisTownFan]

Anyone know when the dates for the Halloween Party will be out? My sister & I are going to go in October but are waiting for this information.

Thanks!

[john2u]

We are trying to plan our vacation for this upcoming Oct. We are planning on staying at the Poly. :thumbsup2 I believe the beginning of Oct. is the best time to visit since it is not as crowded :wizard: The main reason we are going is because of the MNSSHP. Some people say they prefer MNSSHP over the MVMCP. I do not know. I love them both. :disrocks:

Have a Disney Day

John
:wave:

[ruzer28]

Don't worry, I'm unoffendable. I read the section in the UG about it too before I went and almost didn't go at all since the UG reports terrible crowds. When I asked here, I was told that the crowds depend on the week in October and the day of the week that you choose. I guess it's always crowded Halloween week, and it's always crowded on Friday nights. I really think you'll have fun if you go during the week at the beginning of October.

[jamnut24]

I also havent seen any firm datres for NSSHP.

2005 dates were: September 30, October 2, 6, 7, 11, 13, 16, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31

I plan on being at WDW for a week so I feel safe that I have have a few days to choose from. pixiedust: