Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Central 2004!!!!!! =0)

[Baloo]

October is a beautiful time of year at WDW! The temperatures are moderate and the skies are often a crystal,clear,blue during the day.But come night fall a purplish hue with eerie green light radiates from the Magic Kingdom.Huge glowing Jack o' lanterns float above smiling down at you.If you listen you can hear the shrieks and moans of spooky creatures and giggles and laughter from Trick or Treaters!

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2004 Dates:
Oct 1st...Friday
Oct 3rd...Sunday
Oct 8th...Friday
Oct 12th...Tuesday
Oct 14th...Thursday
Oct 17th...Sunday
Oct 20th...Wednesday
Oct 22nd...Friday
Oct 24th...Sunday
Oct 26th...Tuesday
Oct 28th..Thursday
Oct 29th...Friday
Oct 31st... HALLOWEEN...**Sunday
SOLD OUT on 8/18/04!**

TIME:7pm to Midnight</cente


TICKET PRICES:
Advance: Adult $31.95....Child (3-9) $25.95
Gate Price (night of party): Adult $34.95...Child (3-9) $28.95.
Advance purchase means any time before actually being at the Ticket and Transportation Center on the night of the party you've chosen to attend.You can purchase them at your resort the day of the party at Advance prices.You ONLY require a MNSSHP ticket to attend this event.The tickets are non refundable and the party will go on...rain or moonlight

For tickets call 407-W Disney ( 407-934-7639)


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This October, join Mickey and his friends at the Magic Kingdom for 13 nights of "not so scary" fun and games.Stroll down Main Street as shawdows of witches,ghosts and bats..hey that one looks like a mouse!...fly across the buildings while decorated pumpkins grin from the windows.

Trick or Treating... for ghouls and boys throughout the park.CMs hand out treats and a goodie bag to carry home your yummies!

Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade...8:00 and 10:00pm...Look for unique floats,characters in their Halloween costumes,various Villians and beware of hitch hiking ghosts!

Ride of the Headless Horseman...HH makes his famous ride about 5 minutes before each parade.

Mickey's Mouse-Ka-Rade Costume Parties...show off your costumes in Fantasyland and Tomorrowland...7:15,8:30,9:45 &10:30pm.

Halloween Storytelling...listen to the spooky and not so spooky Halloween legends. Look for pumpkin icons,a smiling face and a scary face,to let you know what kind of stories are told.

Special Halloween Fireworks...9:15pm...the black sky above Cinderella Castle bursts with oranges, purples,golds and greens as fireworks surround the entire MK.Be sure to get a good view of Cindy's Castle because you never know who might be flying overhead come Halloween time!

Cinderella's Surprise Celebration...the Castle Forecourt Stage show with Live Characters.

Goofy's Country Dancin Jamboree...have A good old fun time at Diamond Horseshoe Saloon in Liberty Square with Goofy telling corny Halloween jokes! Garwsh!

Halloween Riverboat Ride...board for a spooky fun cruise.Characters,treats,a blue grass band and genuine southern belle...ghost...tells a haunted tale.

Complimentary family photo...You receive a free 5x7 photo with Mickey's Halloween background.
2003 locations were:
Liberty Square...inside Hall of Presidents
Fantasyland....outside of Small World
Tomorrowland...I think inside Time Keeper.
Adventureland....around where the Dolewhips are located.

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Here's a list of what has been open during previous MNSSHP:

ADVENTURELAND
Pirates of the Caribbean
Jungle Cruise
Magic Carpets

FRONTIERLAND
Big Thunder
Country Bears
Shootin Arcade
Splash Mt

LIBERTY SQUARE
Haunted Mansion
Riverboat
Goofy's Jamboree

FANTASYLAND
Carousel
Dumbo
Mad Tea Party
Peter Pan
Snow White
Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mickey's Philharmagic
Small World...probably closed in 2004 for rehab.

TOONTOWN FAIR
Goofy's Barnstormer

TOMORROWLAND
Astro Oribitor
Tomorrowland Speedway
Space Mt
Tomorrowland arcade
Buzz Lightyear
Tomorrowland Transit Authority
Carousel of Progress...was open for 2003.
Alien Encounter...hopefully Stitch's Great Escape for 2004.

FAST PASS
Fast Pass isn't available during MNSSHP but there's really no need for it.A wait shouldn't be more than 20 minutes and that will be for rides in Fantasyland at the beginning of the evening.In the past it always tended to clear out after the the first parade and the fireworks.

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A list of what has been open at previous MNSSHP:

MAIN STREET
Casey's Corner
Plaza Ice Cream
Main Street Bakery

FRONTIERLAND
Peco's Bill's Cafe
Westward Ho
Frontierland Turkey Legs

LIBERTY SQUARE
Liberty Tree Tavern

FANTASYLAND
Scuttle's Landing
Pinnocchio Village Haus

TOMORROWLAND
Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe
Lunching Pad
Cool Ships
Auntie Gravities Galactic Goodies

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A list of what has been open at previous MNSSHP:

MAIN STREET
Emporuim
Chapeau
Main St Confectionery

ADVENTURELAND
Agrabah Bazaar
Pirates Bazaar

FRONTIERLAND
Big Al's
Briar Patch
Splashdown Photo

LIBERTY SQUARE
Haunted Mansion Cart
Ye Old Christmas Shop

FANTASYLAND
Pooh's Thotful Spot
Sir Mickey
Tinker Bell's Treasures
Seven Drawfs Mine
Fantasy Faire

TOONTOWN FAIR
Toontown Farmers Market

TOMORROWLAND
Mickey's Star Traders
Space Mt Shop
Merchant of Venus
Buzz's Star Command

Please note that all times, prices and events included are subject to change.

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In 2004 my family will be enjoying our 9th MNSSHP.On my various times I've traveled with a toddler,a Senior citizen in an EVC,a large group,just me and my son, Erich,to now with my DH,Joe,and my DSS,Jonathan.So I've learned a few things along the way that I'd like to share with my fellow DISers!


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1.Except for HALLOWEEN NIGHT do not worry about crowds at MNSSHP.There are a limited amount of tickets sold for this event.Disney is very closed mouth about the actual attendance but the rides are very doable.Fantasyland gets a little crowded earlier in the evening but thins out as the night goes on and little ones wear out! I've never waited more than 10 mins in a ride line on a party night.The Mts are practically WALK ONS! We've ridden Splash Mt 3 times in a row without leaving our log!

2.The second parade is less crowded.

3.The best trick or treating is in Toontown!

4.Catch some of the bands that perform throughout the MK lands during the night.And don't be shy to get up and shake,shake shake your bones like a skinny old skeleton or howl like a werewolf!!

5.Try and see "the special guest" that takes over Tinkers Bell's flight before the fireworks begins.The BEST viewing area is on the bridge to Tomorrowland.

6. In Liberty Square in front of the Liberty Bell about 10 min.s before the parade begins "Mr. Knickerbocker" tells the story of the Headless Horseman.When he finishes his tale, the Headless Horseman begins his gallop through the MK. When the Horseman has ridden the entire parade route, the parade begins!

7. Don't feel silly if you're a grown up and want to dress up! Wearing a costume, is part of the Halloween fun!

8. Make sure your costumes are COMFORTABLE and EASY to get around in.You'll be getting on and off rides and do not want anything that is cumbersome.

9.Take time to really LOOK at all the wonderful Halloween decorations throughout the MK.Giant spiders crawling atop of buildings.Cinderella's Coach surrounded by what is was before the Fairy Godmother cast her spell.Corn stalks and jack o'lanterns and over sized treat bags just to name a few!

10.My biggest tip is the day of the party have a light schedule, take a nap or have some "down time" the afternoon of the party! I can't stress this enough ,especially if you have little ones or Seniors traveling with you! Erich (Jon wasn't able to go) was 10 last year and we still did this.Even if he didn't actually sleep he watched t.v. and rested...Joe and I slept! LOL! You want to be able to stay as late as possible because the later it gets the more the crowd thins out.It seems alot of people start exiting after the fireworks which is shortly after the first parade.

Have a SPOOKTACULAR good time at MNSSHP 2004!!! http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/monsters/frankie.gif


Now how LONG is it until Oct.?!?!?!? http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/evil/bgbiggrin.gif

[Baloo]

So you've got your 2004 MNSSHP tickets,your PS,your hotel ,your "what to do" list while at WDW.Now it's time to think about HALLOWEEN COSTUMES!http://www.wdwinfo.com/sites/family/alien.gifhttp://www.wdwinfo.com/sites/family/witch.gifhttp://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/monsters/frank.gifhttp://www.wdwinfo.com/sites/family/ghosta.gif

It doesn't matter if your 8mths or 80 years old...single,Mommy and Daddy,teens,empty nesters...small,meduim or large!!! Halloween at WDW is a time to dress up and "feel" like a kid again! Let you imagination run wild...those folks will never see you again anyway!!*******************************contrib/Bizkit/pumpking.gif



Here's Disney's "official" guidlines for costumes at MNSSHP:

They should not interfere with their ability to board and unboard attractions and WDW transportation system..

Do not drag on the ground.

Do not contain sharp or pointed objects or material that may accidentally strike another guest.

Be offensive to other guest.

Should not contain any weapon(s) which resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.

About the last one....when Erich was a pirate he had a flexible rubber pirate knife with a skull on the end.When the boys were Ninja Turtle's one had plastic swords strapped to his back and the other the little plastic daggers in his belt.We had NO PROBLEMS either time with these props.I've seen light sabers as props too.


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Make sure the costume is COMFORTABLE and EASY to get around in.You'll be getting on and off rides and do not want anything that is cumbersome.

If your little girl is going to be a Princess or something quite lovely... I know she looks adorable in those glass slippers but bring sneakers or some other comfortable shoe for her to wear.I've seen little ones dragging around crying about their feet hurting because they're in those plastic dress up shoes which are killing them!

I also suggest something in a light weight fabric.Those of us that are accustom to Halloweens up North are use to Trick or Treating in something warm.I grew up in Indiana and it was always cold and/or raining when I was a Trick or Treater! The costumes that are sold through the Disney catalog,like Tigger or Pooh,the jump suit FUR type ones,those are really TOO HEAVY for a Halloween in Florida! The most we've ever needed at MNSSHP is a light jacket or sweatshirt.

I make my boys costumes.A ball cap and craft foam or felt can be turned into all sorts of creatures faces! Let's see the costumes I can remember... Erich has been Mickey,a pirate ,a t-rex,a turtle,a triceratops,an Ewok.Jonathan and Erich were Teenage Ninja Turtles,Pokemons and Erich was a praying Mantis last year.Jon couldn't attend :( I make the costumes from shorts and t-shirts.Then I have a sweatshirt and sweatpants that are the same color that they can wear over the shorts and under the shirt if the night is chilly.Joe and I have worn Disney themed t-shirts and light jacket if it's gotten chilly.

If you feel like you're too old or just don't want to dress in costume for MNSSHP I have great luck the last few years finding Disney themed Halloween t-shirts in my local Kmart,Walmart and Target.At WDW I have seen commemorative t-shirts for the MNSSHP selling for about $20.

You can print out Halloween pictures from the web and iron them on a t-shirt.



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101 Dalmations...White shorts/pants and t-shirts and go to town with spots! Ears could be made out of felt or craft foam on ball caps (esp for the guys) or maybe headbands for the ladies.

Mickey Mouse Club...Red pants,mouse ears,t-shirts with each ones name on it.:earsboy::earsgirl:

Baseball players...Your favorite team's jersey/t-shirt and a ball cap,shorts or sweats and sneakers.

Hippies...Tye dyed shirt,round framed glasses,beads,peace sign jewlery,jeans or a long skirt and sandals.

Pirate... Easy and light weight too.Black shorts or capris,striped shirt,bandana,an eye patch,a hoop earring and there ya go....arrrrrrrrrrgh matey!pirate:


Through the years I have found several fun sites for make your own costumes.There are 100's of places to buy costumes online too! Thought I'd share these with my DIS Trick or Treaters!

Costume Idea Zone http://www.costumeideazone.com/default.asp


Fabric link
http://www.fabriclink.com/Closet.html

Kid's Domainhttp://www.kidsdomain.com/craft/_hcostume.html

Family Crafts http://familycrafts.about.com/cs/halloweentheme/a/091399.htm

The Dollar Stretcher http://www.stretcher.com/stories/961021a.cfm

Page Wise http://arar.essortment.com/howtomakechil_rjfj.htm

Family Fun http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/season/specialfeature/halloween_ms_costumes/

Can't sew? No problem with these costumes from Great Lakes Family http://www.cribnotes.com/html/so-98/so-98-family.html

REALLY COOL SITE...How to make your own Halloween make up at Family Corner http://www.thefamilycorner.com/family/kids/crafts/makeup_halloween.shtml

2 REALLY COOL SITES....wheel chair costumes ideas!

1.MDA Publicationhttp://www.mdausa.org/publications/Quest/q55hallo.html

2.Bridge schoolhttp://www.bridgeschool.org/about/about_halloween.html

Sroller Costume at Family Funhttp://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/season/feature/famf108costume/famf108costume5.html

Sale on costumes at Buy Costumes.com!!!
HUGE selection of ready made costumes!http://www.buycostumes.com/?CMP=AFC-cj&AID=5440681&PID=1261100

A purely SATIRICAL look at last minute Halloween costumes!
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[Baloo]

It's okay to post under this thread about MNSSHP in fact that's why I started it!Then we can find all the Halloween things in one place!!

Please,if you could, start posting your MNSSHP questions,tips,costume ideas... whatever you'd like to ask/share about the parties under this thread.We had a big MNSSHP Central thread like this last year that went quite well!!! *******************************otn/holiday/pumpkin.gif

Thanks!

[jtjarvis]

This is cool Baloo! Makes it much more exciting and efficient now to keep mnnshp info in one place. Now after all the hectic PS'ing and ticket-buying (for those of us who jumped on it this weekend!) we can think about other details! Yea!!:bounce:

[RamseyTrio]

Thanks Baloo for all the wonderful information - you're the BEST!

:)

We'll be there on 10/17 :wave:

[pjpoohbear]

Is it possible to provide links for each date so that members do not have to search through, what i know wll become a very long thread, to find others who are attending on the same night.

It would be very cool to be able to meet and take a pic to post back on the boards.

Penny

[akghutton]

Baloo,
Thank you for all of the wonderful information regarding MNSSHP 2004!!!

We will be attending our first dinner at LTT and MNSSHP on Oct. 26th!!! The information on this board has been invaluable for planning our first trip down during the month of October (we've always gone in late August before now)

Thank you again for all of your workpirate:

[ontariodisneywoman]

Thank you so much Baloo!
We can't wait and even though we have chosen the busiest night to go (Halloween night) we are looking forward to it, especially after reading your list of what to do and tips!
I've found another costume link that someone may find interesting.
http://www.chamberofhorrors.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=AC

[StephMK]

Wow, thanks so much! This is our first trip ever and I love reading all these tips. We'll be there Halloween night, how long are the waits typically?

[dpic]

The opportunity to make PS at Liberty Tree Tavern is a great reason to buy early. Believe me, on the nights of the party if you don't have PS at Liberty Tree long before your trip, you'll be out of luck.

So, the 24th at 5:05 is ours! Woo--hoo!

[Xtine76]

MNSSHP is so great! Hopefully we will be able to go this year, we went last year and it was a blast! Hope to see you all there!!

[uktigger]

hi baloo:wave:

a very big thank you to you for this information::yes::
this will be our firs ttime doing this and we really can't wait:hyper:

eve::MinnieMo

[dpic]

Originally posted by StephMK
Wow, thanks so much! This is our first trip ever and I love reading all these tips. We'll be there Halloween night, how long are the waits typically?
Halloween Night can be relatively crowded. Even then, the longest we waited was for Buzz Lightyear and that was about 35 minutes. A few suggestions-get a good spot for the parade early because the Headless Horseman is quite ahead of the rest of the parade. He goes through pretty quick, too. We normally shoot for the Castle area because we watch the show, too. Don't miss the firewords. Either get your picture early, or wait to near the end of the night--lines for that can get long. BTMR area hands out the best candy!

[ontariodisneywoman]

I've heard that making a PS for LTT is the best bet for the night of the party .. but how about Crystal Palace? We are making a PS for around 5-5:30 but all this talk about LTT is making me wonder if I shouldn't change it.
How is the food at LTT anyway?(never been)

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by ontariodisneywoman
I've heard that making a PS for LTT is the best bet for the night of the party .. but how about Crystal Palace? We are making a PS for around 5-5:30 but all this talk about LTT is making me wonder if I shouldn't change it.
How is the food at LTT anyway?(never been)

We've eaten at both on party nights. The differences for MNSSHP and in general are:

LTT characters dress up in costumes for MNSSHP

CP they do not

LTT you can book now

CP you cannot until 90 days out (and the Castle and Tony's too)

LTT is a pre-plated meal (Turkey, Stoffer's mac and cheese, salad etc...)

CP is buffet-style.

The other difference is location in the park.

Although seeing the characters dressed up is neat, I didn't mind my meals at CP at all! I actually prefer CP's food better but like LTT for the characters and the location. I'd eat again in either in a heartbeat.

[ontariodisneywoman]

thank you beattyfamily... gosh I'm so excited.. Like a Kid again.
Another question, there was a thread about costumes and whether to wear one or not .. We are going halloween night so all three of us adults will be wearing costumes...
Are we able to bring costumes into the park to change into or has anyone had a bad experience with this and would suggest just wearing them(they aren't elaborate costumes that we have planned.. yes we have already planned them but I would rather not 'ruin' them riding any of the water rides(SPLASH MOUNTAIN woohooo) before the party)

[jcemom]

For those of you who have been to MNSSHP, do you think it would be worth going twice (with a 3 year old)? We don't get to go until next year (wish it was this year!), but we will be there (DD and I) for 8-10 days and based on last year and this year, we should be there for the first two MNSSHPs. Would it be worth it to go to both? What do you think?

[kilee]

For anyone who may have a hard time getting a PS at LTT. Last year we went to MNSSHP on Halloween. About 1 week after the tickets went on sale I tried to book LTT, and was already told we couldn't, that they were full!!

Anyhow, at the 90 day mark (when CP came open), all sorts of table were open at LTT. The CM on the phone said some were cancellations from guests moving to other restuarants. They also told me they hold a block of tables for the 90 day mark for guests who don't know you can make your reservations early. We had our choice of times, this was after months of being told all booked up!!! So if you can't get a PS now, be sure to try again and again. Especially at the 90 day mark. This was a great way to kick off the night!!!

[Alice28]

Thank you so much for posting this info Baloo! We will be there on the 24th!

[Robinette]

WOW! Lots of wonderful information...thanks Baloo.

I can't decide which date to go on, the 24th (Sunday) or the 26th (Tuesday) :confused3 I think I have some time to think about it. Doesn't look like I have to worry about tickets selling out at least for those dates.

[maciec]

For those of you who have not made a PS at LTT they do require a credit card to hold to PS. You can cancel up to 48 hours prior to without being charged.

Kilee ... thanks for the tip! We got PS for 5:25 on the 26th. That was the earliest they had for a party of 6. I am going to call back at the 90 day mark and see if I can get one earlier.

For the Creative People DD who will be 4 wants to be Jessie from Toy Story 2 for MNSSHP. I was thinking about taking a denim skirt and adding fringe to it and I can improvise on the shirt, but what do I do about the shoes????? I can't have her walking around in cowgirl boots all night. I need some suggestions on how to incorporate comfortable shoes into the mix. Or do you think a plain pair of white keds maybe decorated with rhinestones would do the trick?

This is a trip of a few firsts for us.....

First time for Nana and Pop to WDW

First time for DS (who will be 1)

First time going to MNSSHP

First time eating at Liberty Tree Tavern

First time satying at Marriott Grande Vista

[Baloo]

dpic is ABSOLUTELY right about getting your pictures taken first thing.We always do this so we have it out of the way and look "fresh" for our photo!Lines aren't bad then either.

Kilee...I remember you doing that last year! That's a great tip too!

I'll try and get the date who's going thing in the next week or two and add it up at the top! :D

[dpic]

Originally posted by jcemom
For those of you who have been to MNSSHP, do you think it would be worth going twice (with a 3 year old)? We don't get to go until next year (wish it was this year!), but we will be there (DD and I) for 8-10 days and based on last year and this year, we should be there for the first two MNSSHPs. Would it be worth it to go to both? What do you think?
You bet! We go twice each time we go. We love it because MK at night with little crowds, fireworks, two parades, and all the candy you can eat, is the BEST. As stated earlier, many times we didn't even need to get off of rides. Last time, we rode BTMR four times before getting off (we could have ridden more, but 4 was enough). Simply, it's our favorite experience at WDW.

One caution---the light crowds will forever spoil you.

[momof2OH]

Myself, mom, DD and DS will be there on 10/31. Can't wait!!:p

Thought I would let everyone see what my DD will be dressed as:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid114/p1a049a629d4fa2cf35bd5e88da377c0c/f8d00650.jpg

I think my DS is going to be the mirror.

Hope to see many Disers there.

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by maciec
For those of you who have not made a PS at LTT they do require a credit card to hold to PS. You can cancel up to 48 hours prior to without being charged.


I did not have to provide a CC for my PS at LTT when I booked it Saturday and I've eaten there before MNSSHP before and didn't have to provide a CC then either.

[zen1]

Thanks so much Baloo for starting this thread! ::yes::

This is our first time going to the party! And we are so excited, we can hardly wait! :Pinkbounc We will be going to the party on the 14th, I hope to see some of you there! I am going to dress up as ::MinnieMo and my parents said they are to old to dress up. :( I on the other hand say you are never to old to dress up, especial when you are at Disney( the happiest place on EARTH)! But I think I can talk my parents into wearing some Disney Halloween t-shirts!

I have a question, does anyone know if they sell any exclusive merchandise at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party? I saw Baloo posted somthing about you could get a t-shirt, but I was wondering if they had anything additional to that.

Thanks in advance!

[Robinette]

Originally posted by zen1
I have a question, does anyone know if they sell any exclusive merchandise at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party?

Last year they sold pins that were exclusive to the MNSSHP night. Every party night had a different pin design. You had to show your wristband and were allowed to purchased a max of two pins per guest.

[jtjarvis]

Originally posted by beattyfamily
I did not have to provide a CC for my PS at LTT when I booked it Saturday and I've eaten there before MNSSHP before and didn't have to provide a CC then either.

Me either -- and I asked about the cc AGAIN when I called to purchase the mnnshp tickets, and was told AGAIN by another CM that it was not necessary. Now, I know that obviously some CM's seem to be requiring it, and thanks to those trying to give us a head-up on that, but I find it hard to believe those of us who weren't "carded" would not have our PS's when the time comes. :rolleyes:

[kaylajr]

okay i have a question

why is everyone worried about getting a PS for MNSSHP nights

we will not be in MK the day of the party until right before or at least that was the plan

is it better to do MK that day and stay for the party???

it looks like we will be ther on the 3rd

although our last night in Fla is the 8th so that may be a great way to close the trip???

any suggestions?

[lasmickey]

Originally posted by beattyfamily
I did not have to provide a CC for my PS at LTT when I booked it Saturday and I've eaten there before MNSSHP before and didn't have to provide a CC then either.

I didn't have to provide a CC either. I made a PS for LTT for 5:45 on 10/3 a couple of days ago, and I have called back 3 times to ask about this (keep seeing posts that say I need CC), and all 3 times I was told that I did NOT need to supply a CC for our PS. Has anyone else been told that they DO need one?

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by lasmickey
I didn't have to provide a CC either. I made a PS for LTT for 5:45 on 10/3 a couple of days ago, and I have called back 3 times to ask about this (keep seeing posts that say I need CC), and all 3 times I was told that I did NOT need to supply a CC for our PS. Has anyone else been told that they DO need one?

Yeah, I called too after reading that. The CM said no need for CC. She said the ONLY time they need a CC is on a holiday or CRT, PSB and Fantasmic package.

I have read of 2 people who had to provide a CC. I think the confusion lies with the CM and where they 'find' the screen to be able to book LTT so early...it's under 'special events', which kind of makes sense since MNSSHP is a 'special event' BUT the PS at LTT is not a 'special event'. It's just an opportunity to book LTT now while buying your party tickets. They've been offering this PS with the party for years and have never required a CC to hold it.

[maciec]

Maybe I had to provide a cc because we are a party of 6?

[disneychick05]

Could someone tell me what phone number I call for the MNSSHP tickets. Thanks!!

[KBFinFan]

I just called 1-407-WDisney....

The CM who answered was helpful, and even transferred me over to dining to make my PS at LTT.

[cascadecupcake]

I DID have to provide a cc to hold the reservation. But I'm going on Halloween and that actually IS the holiday. Maybe that's the difference for some?

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by cascadecupcake
I DID have to provide a cc to hold the reservation. But I'm going on Halloween and that actually IS the holiday. Maybe that's the difference for some?

Nope, I'm going on Halloween for the second time and never had to provide a CC for the PS...only for the party tickets.

I still think it's the CMs who are just a bit confused.

[jdkdorn]

Make sure you tell them you are going to the NSSHP. I tried making a PS through DVC Member Services and they couldn't do it. Then I called Disney Dining and was told that it was too early. WHen I told them people on the DIS board had theirs already for MNSSHP the woman became snippy and told me I should have said I had special tickets.

We are now eating at 6:35 on Oct 26 with a party of 6 and did not have to give a CC to hold it.

Can't wait to get there

Judy:earsgirl:

[MollyBelle]

First-timer to MNSSHP.

Want to do LTT as well on the 3rd.

What is the EARLIEST dinner reservation I could get and then stay in the park for the party?

I have hoppers and DON'T WANT to use them this day, so I want to get in the EARLIEST and then stay for the party with the tickets to MNSSHP.

Any advice from those who might've done this?

Thank you so much for including this info all in one place...it is very informative!:sunny:

[Cinderpals]

Hi Molly,
I've read that you can enter the park as early as 4pm with your MNSSH-party ticket. We're planning on eating at the LTT on both party nights that we'll be there. On one day, we'll just enter the park at 4pm and then go to Ltt for our 5:20 PS. I'm not planning on burning a park hopper ticket on that day. Have fun!

[mickeyminnie]

Was finally able to get tickets for the 28th today, the computer would not allow that date since sales opened up. I also have LTT PS at 5:00, I changed them from 6 to 5 today and was asked for a credit card this time, but not the first time, I think I matters which CM you get.

My kids will be dressing up, not sure about adults yet.

J

[mjay]

All,

thanks so much for your advice. I saw this post and didn't think I could book yet. i just called and booked for 31st, got tickets to party and make ressies for LTT. Was able to get 6:05pm.

Oh, and they didn't ask for credit card.

[uktigger]

hi:wave:
we are going sunday 17th for the first time:Pinkbounc are sundays crowded,also the picture you get with your tickets(there are four of us)can we have 1 done in one location with all of us in it and then in a different location have one done with just the kids?

can't wait until october:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

eve::MinnieMo

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by uktigger
hi:wave:
we are going sunday 17th for the first time:Pinkbounc are sundays crowded,also the picture you get with your tickets(there are four of us)can we have 1 done in one location with all of us in it and then in a different location have one done with just the kids?

can't wait until october:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc

eve::MinnieMo

You are supposed to only take one pose but you get as many copies of that pose as tickets you purchased. So if there are four of you, you can have 4 copies and they can be sent to the same address or different addresses. Last year my family of 4 plus my niece got 5 copies of the photo, with my niece's going to her address. All one pose though.

Some have reported more than one pose but I did not have that option last year. They are very organzied and will ask to see your tickets.

[Tink Fans]

How interesting with the cc to hold the reservation as I wondered about this from time to time. I changed my reservation time today and was asked all the questions over but not for the credit card so I do believe it depends on the cm. It just took forever to change and the CM kept getting the wrong dates.

MickeyMinnie:

Too funny, I just changed my reservation on the 28th from 5:00 to 5:30. Our kids will definitely be dressed but I'm unsure about us unless I can come up with something crafty. They were thinking about Tink, Wendy theme but my DH will draw the line at wearing tights for Peter Pan. A pirate suits him better anyway!

[Cinderpals]

Hi!

I know that some of you mentioned that you'll be dressing up. On disneydeals I saw a Pinocchio costume XXL for sale. This would fit my husband, but I don't think he'll go for it. They had more than one. I think that it would be a great costume for the weather at that time. You definitely don't want to be too warm!

[Baloo]

uktigger...it's always been one photo per party.It's done quite organized and goes quickly.The picture background is the same at each location the color have varied before...black or orange and I think I even remember purple but it's the exact same pictures on all.The background is like a big piece of plywood covered in like wrapping paper.Last year it had pumpkins and black cats and ghosts,I believe.I gotta go get our picture out and check!

Sunday should be a good day to go!



Cinderpals...Good Luck with Hubby!:teeth:

[meuseman]

Costume Question:

We will be there on our honeymoon.

Normally WDW is very strict about wedding attire in the parks - will they be on Halloween Party night?

We think that it would be so cool to be a goulish bride and groom!!

[SamanthaL]

We were also able to get more than actual picture. It was one picure for each person with a ticket. My grandmother, parents and myself each got one. It was only one shot though. We just got copies.

[uktigger]

hi:wave:
beattyfamily,samantha and baloo
thank you for clearing that up for me::yes::
this is a great thread:D i'm learning so much:teeth:

eve::MinnieMo

[Tink Fans]

Hi everyone!

I forgot I bought one of those unique Disney Princess Gowns (guessing it would be Snow White) after Halloween last year for my 9 yr. DD since we always have an Oktoberfest/Halloween party at our house during the Fall. This would be the perfect place to wear this costume, but I'm thinking simpler would be a much better idea. SO, for those who have gone before with kids, would it be to cumbersome (and probably hot) for getting on and off the rides? Thanks.

[kilee]

We had 2 little girls in our party last year. One 5 the other 16 months. They both wore the "princess dresses" (Cinderella for both). Neither had a lot of netting-- which can get really really itchy in the heat. They also both wore sneakers (even the toddler) w/ really cute lacey anklets. The 5 yr old even wore her dress again later in the week (her choice). She went on everything--- she didn't have a problem. Just look at the fabric of the dress and the length. If it's too long, then tripping could become and issue. I think we saw dozens upon dozens of little girls as a Disney Princess. Their smiles were priceless!!

[Baloo]

meuseman...no not at all!

That sounds like terrific costumes and a way to get some more wear outta your dress! ;)

[PoohBears#1fan]

What a great thread, thanks for posting this, we're off in October for our first time at MNSSHP and can't wait, Halloween really isn't a big thing in the UK (although it's got bigger over the last few years) so we're really looking forward to seeing how it's done US style!

I'm assuming that if we make PS's at LTT for prior to the start at 7pm, the decorations etc. will still be up in there - don't want to miss any of the party time :)

[disneychick05]

Do you think that tickets could sell out for the party on the 3rd. I am too busy worrying about my WDW trip that is coming up this month to order tickets right now. If I order them in June when we get home will I be ok? The 3rd sounds like a popular date!:earsgirl:

[ontariodisneywoman]

Oh No! Oh No!
I 'm starting to stress about dinner on Halloween night.. what has come over me??????
I'm rethinking my PS for the night of the party, Oct. 31.
We had decided that Crystal Palace would be a good place for a preparty meal but all this talk about LTT is making me wonder...
I know that CP isn't as festive on Halloween but we really like the food there.
What do you experienced MNSSHP goers think?
Should I book the PS for LTT or should I stay with CP? How is the food there? The character interaction? The access to the party after? Will we be herded to Tomorrow land from CP?

:scared: :confused3

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by ontariodisneywoman
Oh No! Oh No!
I 'm starting to stress about dinner on Halloween night.. what has come over me??????
I'm rethinking my PS for the night of the party, Oct. 31.
We had decided that Crystal Palace would be a good place for a preparty meal but all this talk about LTT is making me wonder...
I know that CP isn't as festive on Halloween but we really like the food there.
What do you experienced MNSSHP goers think?
Should I book the PS for LTT or should I stay with CP? How is the food there? The character interaction? The access to the party after? Will we be herded to Tomorrow land from CP?

:scared: :confused3

They are both good restaurants. I've eaten at both for parties. One benefit of LTT is the characters dress up. I think because you can book LTT now everyone's going crazy booking it too.

I prefer the food at CP though. LTT is pre-plated and ok but I love the buffet at CP!

Being herded to Tomorrowland all depends on when you finish eating. If there's only 1/2 hour till the start of the party both restaurants will make you wait in front of the restaurant till 7:00p but if you finish really early, like 6:00p, you probably will be told to go to Tomorrowland and you can ride rides there till 7:00p

I just don't think you can go wrong with either restaurant.

[kilee]

We finished at 6pm on the dot last year w/ dinner at LTT. We had to go to Tomorrowland. It was really crowded in there for that 1 hr. We rode Buzz, little wait because we went right to it. Then we did TTA. Then waited for our picture probably about 25 minutes. We chose to wait because we were just killing time then until 7pm.

[ontariodisneywoman]

Originally posted by beattyfamily
I just don't think you can go wrong with either restaurant.

I'm breathing again. Thanks so much.

[Bob NC]

I just bought tix this morning for MNSSHP on Oct 12th.

I'm not normally a PS person....But I called Disney Dining and when she answered I said "I'd like to make a PS for Tues Oct 12th".

Her reply...."Liberty Tree Tavern?"

LOL.....No PS for me.......

[Jenn Lynn]

I made my PS for LTT this morning. The CM had to check and see if they were booking it already (even though I knew they were.) And she asked me for a CC#. I don't really think it is a big deal since they don't charge it. :)

I am not a creative person when it comes to costumes. These ideas are great! :)

[bunnyfoo]

Wow! What an awesome thread! Thank-you Baloo for all of the costume info ... I didn't realize there were rules, so I'll have to keep that in mind.

I'm planning to attend MNSSHP on October 3rd and I've got a 5PM PS for LTT! I can hardly wait :)

[sharon78]

Thanks Baloo for all the info;)

Its our first trip to 'The World' were going to MNSSHP on the 31st:crazy:

Were staying off site:( on I.D so going to Race Rock for a late lunch then heading over to MK for around 4pm.Then we shall just have a snack later on.

Were hoping to dress up 'Lilo and Stich'style my DD 9 likes the look of Lilo's green grass skirt,red **** tube,with wrist and ankle garlands,Brrrrrr do you think she'll be warm enough for an October evening,the rest of us are quite happy with a 'Hawian' shirt and garland:p

:earsgirl:

[akghutton]

I posted this in a separate thread but thought it may be useful here:

While ordering another MNSSHP ticket two nights ago, I asked the CM what the official policy was regarding entering MK before 7pm on MNSSHP nights with only the party ticket. My in-laws are joining my family on the 26th for the MNSSHP and dinner at LTT at 5:30. They have purchased the party tickets, but do not want to us a park hopper that day just to go to dinner at 5:30. After reading many postings on this board about being allowed in as early as 4pm with the party ticket on previous years, I wanted to get the official policy that will be used by CMs this year. (I don't think having my in-laws wait for an hour and half outside the gates, while we eat dinner, will help family relations

So, after waiting for close to 15 minutes on hold, the CM told me that she spoke with her boss, who verfied that MNSSHP ticket holders will be allowed into MK starting at 4pm on the night of their party. I was relieved to get this straight from Disney, as I was picturing my in-laws being turned away at the gate and told to return at 7pm.

Excellent deal in my opinion: 8 hours in the park, plus all of the party perks for $30+

[kilee]

Were hoping to dress up 'Lilo and Stich'style my DD 9 likes the look of Lilo's green grass skirt,red **** tube,with wrist and ankle garlands,Brrrrrr do you think she'll be warm enough for an October evening,the rest of us are quite happy with a 'Hawian' shirt and garland

We were there Halloween 2003. It was plenty warm enough. But I'm sure that could really go either way. Plan the costume so you can layer up or down.

[te2077]

were going to go look for costume ideas at a local store here, but our back up plan is to be fred and wilma.

[DznyDreams]

Originally posted by Jenn Lynn
I made my PS for LTT this morning. The CM had to check and see if they were booking it already (even though I knew they were.)

whoa, Whoa, WHOA . . . wait just a minute!

Do you mean we can book a PS NOW for our MNSSHP night? Do you have to have the tickets purchased already, or can you book the PS and buy the ticket later? I know I need to purchase the tix soon, but I need some time before I'm 100% positive that we're going.

[maciec]

Do you mean we can book a PS NOW for our MNSSHP night?

absolutely! I did it when I purchased my tickets for the 10/26 MNSSHP. I bought my tickets on the day that they went on sale.

[kilee]

You can only book a PS for LTT now. Anyplace else still follows the 90 day rule.

[snowglobe girl]

This is our first time at MNSSHP....my question is how early do we need to find a spot to stand for the parade?? Does it get as crowded as normal parades where people are sitting on the sidewalk an hour before it starts??

Also, has anybody watched from the liberty bell area where the story of HH is read first?? How did that go? Was it too crowded there to enjoy or worth it to hear the story first?? Thanks!!

[jeleebeene]

Woohoo!! Just purchased MNSSHP tickets today....DH and I have never been to Disney around a special time of year, so we are excited.

Now, to just decide on a costume for DH :confused: - time to rev up the sewing machine! ::yes::

I told him he could be a pirate :pirate: , but not sure he would be comfortable in that costume (even though I think he would make a good pirate).

I doubt we will be able to get reservations for LTT, so we may go ahead and plan on Crystal Palace. I may TRY to get a PS, but won't count on it!! Seems to be the popular choice!

[kadiehl]

I thank you for all the tips Baloo. This will be the first time we take our toddler daughter princess: to Disney with us and the second time we will be going back this year with our son pirate: . We are going to be attending the Halloween Party on Halloween itself and we are looking so forward to it. We live in the North so we are use to having to bundle the kids up to go Trick or Treating. You buy these wonderful costumes only to be hidden under columbia jackets because it is snowing outside :umbrella:

As far as the crowds :crowded: I do not think that 25,000 people (if maxed out) is all that bad when you think of that being a normal slow day. Envision Spring break or Christmas Week. Anyways, it is all to have a wonderful time on a fun Holiday afterall. No need to complain! :wizard:

I have heard the later you stay into the evening, the fewer the people too. I plan on making my kids nap so that we can stay till the park closes!::MinnieMo

Their heads may be spinning the next day, but that is ok. That is the day we are flying home :space:

[kilee]

Halloween night will be busy as it is usually a sell out. I would really love to know how many tickets are sold for a sell out. I have been to MK Easter week and at some points the crowds were comparable. Last year Halloween was on a Friday and the crowds didn't really thin out until closer to 11-11:30 pm. I really thought they'd thin out after the first parade.

[DznyDreams]

Baloo, I'm so thankful you started this thread! Otherwise, I would have never known about the early booking of LTT for our party date.

I took a step of faith and purchased my MNSSHP tix earlier today. After the CM gave me my order #, I asked if I could make a reservation for the LTT. I had my pick of the schedule for the 8th. I chose 5:15 since we're driving from TX, and we won't actually be checking in at POFQ until earlier that that same day (:eek:I hope our room will be ready early).

DD wants to be Mulan (warrior Mulan, not future-bride Mulan). Now, I just have to figure out how I can make that costume with cool/lightweight fabrics, that is, IF I can even make it at all. I wonder if DH & I should dress up this time . . . we never have before. Could be fun!

[Cinderpals]

Hi! I hope that you do dress up in a costume. I plan to too. I just have to figure out what will look good on me, not be so warm and not be danger of getting caught up in any of the rides! My DH is going to be a tough sell though! Wish me luck!!

[Cinderpals]

'Hi again! I was wondering if anyone is going on the 29th**MNSSHP? We We'll be there at the LTT at 5:20pm ** I think that it would be fun to see another DIS**family there at the same time!!:)

[sharon78]

:hyper: I got my tickets today by post,i orderd them last Sunday:hyper:

Great postage system from the U.S.A:smooth:

They look soooo sweet 2 with Donald on 1 with Minnie on and 1 with Goofy (4 tixs in all)

All ready for the 31st now i can relaxxxx:laughing: :laughing:

:earsgirl:

[jeleebeene]

This is the first year for us going to MNSSHP, and we are excited. I ordered our tickets yesterday and was surprised that you do not have to specify a date in which to use the tickets.

I wonder how they know how many tickets to sell?? She did ask me for the dates we would be at WDW, but that was it - nothing about which date we wanted to attend. I did ask, and she said that we can use them for any party that week we are there.

I often hear that Halloween night sells out, but I wonder how they know? Is that a special ticket you have to purchase?

just wondering - seemed weird, but since this is our first time, this may just be how it is done!!

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by jeleebeene
This is the first year for us going to MNSSHP, and we are excited. I ordered our tickets yesterday and was surprised that you do not have to specify a date in which to use the tickets.

I wonder how they know how many tickets to sell?? She did ask me for the dates we would be at WDW, but that was it - nothing about which date we wanted to attend. I did ask, and she said that we can use them for any party that week we are there.

I often hear that Halloween night sells out, but I wonder how they know? Is that a special ticket you have to purchase?

just wondering - seemed weird, but since this is our first time, this may just be how it is done!!

I would call back and talk with someone else. That sounds wrong to me. THey have never had the tickets open-ended like that before. Talk to someone and ask what day you purchased. I would resolve this BEFORE your tickets arrive as it will be easier to fix. I could be wrong but it doesn't sound right.

All the tickets I've bought have the date of party printed on the back.

Let us know if you call back what they say.

[lasmickey]

Sharon78 ~ You actually received tickets and not vouchers for the tickets in the mail? SWEET! Now I'm even more excited to get mine! I ordered last Sunday too, Hopefullly they'll be here soon! Also, did they have the date of the party you're attending printed on the back of them? THANKS!

[Jenn Lynn]

Originally posted by jeleebeene
This is the first year for us going to MNSSHP, and we are excited. I ordered our tickets yesterday and was surprised that you do not have to specify a date in which to use the tickets.

I wonder how they know how many tickets to sell?? She did ask me for the dates we would be at WDW, but that was it - nothing about which date we wanted to attend. I did ask, and she said that we can use them for any party that week we are there.

I often hear that Halloween night sells out, but I wonder how they know? Is that a special ticket you have to purchase?

just wondering - seemed weird, but since this is our first time, this may just be how it is done!!

This happened to me also! I wonder if we had the same CM.

I had to wait until the next day to call and find out what date they were booked for. It is not in the system until then. I called the ticketing # and she looked it up for me. They were booked for the correct date (October 3). I DO NOT remember giving her that date at all! Maybe she just got lucky and picked the right one! :p

I would call and confirm. They should be able to switch it for you if they are the wrong date. :)

[jtjarvis]

Dznydreams-- We too are booked at LTT for 5:15 p.m. on 10/8. I bought the mnsshp tickets (not here yet) the day they went on sale.

Haven't seen many others going 10/8 -- could we be in luck with smaller crowds? :jester: (OK, I won't count on that!)

My soon to be 7-yr-old DS is going to dress as Sorcerer Mickey (we got the hat last trip), and soon to be 5-yr-old DS will be Peter Pan. My mom is a sewing whiz and is making the costumes. She actually is coming too. She says she's going to wear her Minnie Mouse T-shirt and maybe get some ears. :earsgirl: And she's way ahead of DH and me -- I may just wear a Halloween T-shirt as DH doesn't seem to be playing the costume game. :crazy:

[jeleebeene]

You guys are wonderful, and I am glad I asked.

I called and spoke to a wonderfully nice lady at ticket services who informed me that I was indeed told incorrectly - she even said she wanted to scream as this wasn't the first time this had happened. She was so :confused3 as to why they are telling people this - so she is going to check with someone to get it straightened out.

She looked up my record, and the person I spoke with had me down for tickets for the 17th, and we had infact wanted the 22nd - :idea: thought it would be the perfect ending to our vacation since we are leaving on the 23rd.

So, she changed it for me and all is once again well :flower:

I even checked to see if LTT was available for the 22nd, and was given several different times, but chose 5:05pm - I am just so excited now :hyper: , as I figured LTT would be booked by now.

Thank you again, and I am SO glad I had called - she said that my tickets were getting ready to be shipped soon, so it was a close one! :scared: I was panicky there for a bit!!

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by jeleebeene
She looked up my record, and the person I spoke with had me down for tickets for the 17th, and we had infact wanted the 22nd - :idea: thought it would be the perfect ending to our vacation since we are leaving on the 23rd.

So, she changed it for me and all is once again well :flower:



I'm so glad you were able to work it all out!!!:wave:

[jtjarvis]

This is very scary that mistaken info such as this with the tickets gets passed along -- we're very fortunate to have these boards so we can clarify what we're told, and know when to question it! I feel very sorry for the people who have no other info sources and rather justly rely on the info they're given.

I know there are many excellent CM's who really know their stuff, but with regard to those who are not well-trained, or who guess...This isn't the kind of scary Halloween should be! :eek:

[SRUAlmn]

I've never been there during this and will be this year. Since I don't have any children I think it will be a waste of $ for DBF and I to pay to attend so here is my question.... is the MK still open during this, or are the rides that were previously mentioned only open for those people who have purchased MNSSHP tickets?
Thanks!

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by SRUAlmn
I've never been there during this and will be this year. Since I don't have any children I think it will be a waste of $ for DBF and I to pay to attend so here is my question.... is the MK still open during this, or are the rides that were previously mentioned only open for those people who have purchased MNSSHP tickets?
Thanks!

No, it is only open for those who purchase the tickets. You will be escorted out and the place should be cleared of non-party guests by 7:00p.

Those who are attending will get wristbands so they know who to escort out.

[sharon78]

::yes:: lasmickey the date was printed on the back in black

I was also suprised that they were tickets(credit card type)
not vouchers, all i have to do now is keep them in a safe place;)

I hope you get yours soon,i was very suprised to see them when i came home from work especially as i live in the U.K


Jeleebeene pleased to read that you got everything sorted::yes::

:earsgirl:

[dismikki]

I'm so sad. I'm going to Orlando with my son for a conference 10/13-10/17. The only night we can do MNSSHP is 10/14, however we have an opportunity to go to a free reserved night at Universal that night. My question is, any chance of them adding Friday 10/15 as an extra night?
Thanks in advance!
Mikki

[uktigger]

hi sharon:wave:

we also got our tix today in the post:bounce: :Pinkbounc :bounce: :Pinkbounc we have four tickets also 2 with mickey 1 with minnie and 1 with donald::yes:: we are all sooo excited can't wait:teeth:

eve::MinnieMo

[KCMiller]

Hi,

I have a question. If I decide to NOT use my Park Hopper to enter the park before 4pm, and just use my MNSSHP tickets that day, what other things would you suggest to do that day? Things outside of the parks, that is. I don't know if we'll do this - how can we go all the way there and NOT go to the parks until 4??? - but I want to explore all my options.

Thanks for your input!

KC:earsgirl:

[PoohBears#1fan]

We got our tickets today - we're going on the 26th - SO excited :)

[DznyDreams]

Originally posted by jtjarvis
Dznydreams-- We too are booked at LTT for 5:15 p.m. on 10/8. I bought the mnsshp tickets (not here yet) the day they went on sale.

Haven't seen many others going 10/8 -- could we be in luck with smaller crowds? :jester: (OK, I won't count on that!)

Hi, jtjarvis! We can always "wish upon a star" for light crowds. However, given that it's the Friday before Columbus Day, I'm sure we won't be so lucky. :crowded: It won't matter though, we'll all have a BLAST! :thewave:

I'm sure DH will not want to wear a costume, but I'M trying to work up my nerve to do so. :blush: As soon as our costumes are confirmed, I'll let you know so we can all keep an eye out for each other...maybe we'll get a chance to say "howdy." :grouphug:

[Cinderpals]

Hi, I ordered my tix for the 31st on the second day that they were selling them. I didn't get them in the mail yet, but will call tonite. Still trying to decide if we'll go to the party on the 29th too** This is going to be so much fun! Still working on DH to wear a costume with us**

[jtjarvis]

Cool Diane — let me know about your costumes (AND if you venture out on your own! Maybe that'll inspire/motivate me! :jester: ) Let's try to compare notes and we can "howdy" at LTT—:cool:

Janie

[RamseyTrio]

I have a question. If I decide to NOT use my Park Hopper to enter the park before 4pm, and just use my MNSSHP tickets that day, what other things would you suggest to do that day? Things outside of the parks, that is. I don't know if we'll do this - how can we go all the way there and NOT go to the parks until 4??? - but I want to explore all my options.

Hi KC - There's a lot you could do beforehand - there's the waterparks, Downtown Disney & Disney Quest that would allow you to have a fun disney day before MNSSHP. That way you aren't wasting a park hopper on the parks during the day.

We're planning on doing either DQ or a waterpark for a few hours in the am, getting the kids back for a nap (which I'm sure they'll fight) and then head off to the park by 4 for 8 hours of halloween fun!

:)

[MollyBelle]

That is exactly what we're doing as well, Ramsey Trio...I have two girls, 5 & 8, and we are going to either Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach (first time for a water park) as soon as they open. Then we will stay there for 2-3 hours, go home and take a nap, and head to the MK at 4:00....hopefully, that will energize us enough to stay til midnight and not burn a day on the hopper!

[McCall]

Originally posted by PoohBears#1fan
We got our tickets today - we're going on the 26th - SO excited :)

We will be there on the 26th as well, look for a really good adult, Capt Jack Sparrow and a lady on a scooter and that will be my son and I.

[PoohBears#1fan]

Originally posted by McCall
We will be there on the 26th as well, look for a really good adult, Capt Jack Sparrow and a lady on a scooter and that will be my son and I.

Will do :) Look out for The Addams Family with British accents! ;)

[pigby]

Jo

We're also going on the 26th but not yet booked. How much did you pay to have your tickets shipped to UK and was there an option to collect them when you got to WDW?

[uktigger]

hi :wave:

the shipping cost $3:D

eve::MinnieMo

[PoohBears#1fan]

Originally posted by pigby
Jo

We're also going on the 26th but not yet booked. How much did you pay to have your tickets shipped to UK and was there an option to collect them when you got to WDW?

Just the $3 shipping charge, and no we weren't offered the option of collecting them there, but to be honest with shipping at only $3 I wouldn't have taken it anyway.

hth

May see you there Pigby, are you dressing up?

[forgetyourtroubles!]

Hi,
If our priority seating at LTT is at 4:00 for our group of 9, will we have to use a Park Hopper day to get in at 3:45 in time to get to LTT? The CM didn't say that we would need to have park admission, she only mentioned the party tickets.
Any thoughts? I guess I argue my case at the gate??pirate:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by forgetyourtroubles!
Hi,
If our priority seating at LTT is at 4:00 for our group of 9, will we have to use a Park Hopper day to get in at 3:45 in time to get to LTT? The CM didn't say that we would need to have park admission, she only mentioned the party tickets.
Any thoughts? I guess I argue my case at the gate??pirate:

I don't know for sure as I don't know of anyone ever trying to get into the park with just party tickets or PS BEFORE 4:00p, only after. We are already so lucky to be able to get in after 4:00p with only party tickets in hand that trying to get in before 4:00p with only tickets or PS might be pushing it.

If it were me, I'd make my PS later and if you can't then be prepared for the possibility that they won't let you in. But more than likely you'll probably be able to get in with only your PS and tickets.

I just don't know on this one. I'd call back and ask Disney and see what they say; they should know.

[forgetyourtroubles!]

Oh, I agree that we would be lucky if it worked out. However the dining CM told me that 4:00 was the only time slot she could seat our group at the same time. It was that or nothing.

[Cinderpals]

Hi! I asked the CM about this when I placed our PS for LTT and couldn't decide which time I wanted. (5:20pm is what I chose) She said to show entry people your confirmation of PS number to get there in time. Party tickets allow entry into the park at 4pm. That's what we plan on doing before our 5:20 PS at LTT.

[RamseyTrio]

My guess (and it's only a guess) is that you'll be fine with a 4pm seating. YOu probably aren't the only one with a 4pm seating. Plus they let PS people into the parks before they open for breakfasts so why not for MNSSHP?

Give a call again just to check it out.

:)

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by RamseyTrio
Plus they let PS people into the parks before they open for breakfasts so why not for MNSSHP?


The only small difference I see is that with breakfast PS you are using a pass to get in.

In this case, with MNSSHP/MVMCP, we're getting in before 7:00p and after 4:00p with only PS and party tickets (no pass) is a bit different, IMHO.

We're basically getting 3 extra hours by them letting us in after 4:00p with only PS or party tickets and I'm not complaining!!:teeth:

[clhcpaca]

I am planning to go to WDW for my annual two week vacation, arriving early morning on September 25th and leaving late afternoon on Satuday, October 9th. I will be solo.

The MNSSHP happens three times during my visit: two Fridays and a Sunday. When would be the best day to attend?

Also, after reading this thread, most people seem to make dinner reservations in the Park. Should that be done when the ticket is purchased? Does everyone make reservations at LTT? I don't remember any other restaurant being mentined.

Thanks for any assistance::yes::


Cindy:wave:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by clhcpaca
I am planning to go to WDW for my annual two week vacation, arriving early morning on September 25th and leaving late afternoon on Satuday, October 9th. I will be solo.

The MNSSHP happens three times during my visit: two Fridays and a Sunday. When would be the best day to attend?

Also, after reading this thread, most people seem to make dinner reservations in the Park. Should that be done when the ticket is purchased? Does everyone make reservations at LTT? I don't remember any other restaurant being mentined.

Thanks for any assistance::yes::


Cindy:wave:

I would pick Sunday over Friday due to the locals but you shouldn't see too bad of crowds that early in October.

People are booking LTT now because it's the only restaurant you can book now. The others will open up at 90 days. They've been doing this for a few years now.

[pigby]

Just the $3 shipping charge......May see you there Pigby, are you dressing up?

Hi Jo

Looks like I'm going to have to get this booked - I hoping that the 26th may be a little quieter than Thursay 28th.

My DD (9) has a red and black witch outfit and I bought an outfit from E-Bay in the US - it's a black and orange appliqued Halloween 'vest' with a matching skirt - sounds a bit strange but it's pretty cool, really. My DH will probably wear a t-shirt, with a Halloween motif - he won't dress up!

BTW, did you book LTT as well?

Sue

[uktigger]

hi sue:wave:

i'm glad i am not the only one who's dh won't dress up::yes:: altough he says he will wear a halloween t-shirt and this is all my eldest son wants to do as well:D

eve::MinnieMo

[PoohBears#1fan]

Hi Sue,

Yep we have LTT booked for 5.10pm, we 'may' change that to CP at 90 days, really undecided at the mo between the atmosphere at LTT and food at CP!

Your outfits sound great :) We're planning on going as the Addams family, so far only have DD's Wednesday dress though, will probably keep them pretty simple with the addition of lots of black hairspray all round - don't know what DS (1) will think of that, and his false tash! LOL

[pigby]

Jo

Looks like we'll definitely see you there then (unless you switch to CP). I booked tickets since my last post together with a 5.15pm LTT seating.


Sue

[forgetyourtroubles!]

I just called about our dining reservation. We are dining at 4:00 prior to the party. Here's what the CM told me. We show our party tickets and our priority seating number at the entrance gate and a CM will escort us to the LTT. Sounds good to me! That's a 4:00-12:00 day in the park! We should definitely not use a day of our PHP this day. Maybe a brief morning to visit to a water park, NAP, and off the party! Now if only I could plan the weather! :umbrella:

[BuzzandWoody]

What number do I call to order tickets?


After a trip last week I started looking at the calendar and we just decided to plan a trip for halloween weekend.

Now if I can keep the surprise for our daughters. Trick or treat at MK HOW COOL IS THAT

Thanks!

[jtjarvis]

IT'S PRETTY COOL!! :tongue:

Now if those tickets I ordered would just come in...:rolleyes:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by BuzzandWoody
What number do I call to order tickets?


After a trip last week I started looking at the calendar and we just decided to plan a trip for halloween weekend.

Now if I can keep the surprise for our daughters. Trick or treat at MK HOW COOL IS THAT

Thanks!

1-407-W-DISNEY = 1-407-934-7639

[BuzzandWoody]

Before I could back to the board I said what the heck the main dis # wil know. Our tickets are on there way!
Oct 31st :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

Thanks for all the great info here!

Now 5 months to plan our costumes!

[jtjarvis]

Hi Buzzandwoody, I meant to post the ticket order # but got carried away thinking about how COOL IT WILL BE TO TRICK-OR-TREAT AT MK!

Thanks beattyfamily, you always come through for everybody! :jester:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by jtjarvis
Thanks beattyfamily, you always come through for everybody! :jester:

:blush: My pleasure!

[BuzzandWoody]

Hey jtjarvis,

You're not too far from me!

The gal who took my ticket order was funny.

We live in Dacula. Spelt Dracula without the r but pronounce Dacuula. I told her about the pronunciation and when she read it back to me she said it like Dracula only in a scary voice. LOL:wave2:

[4disneyfans]

Any info. would be appreciated!

[BuzzandWoody]

I belive you HAVE to call and order.
1-407-W-DISNEY = 1-407-934-7639
as beattyfamily posted on previous page.

See ya there!
:Pinkbounc

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by 4disneyfans
Any info. would be appreciated!

Not available online...at least not yet! Last year, it was a couple weeks before they were available online.

[cheysdad]

Hello everyone! I need a little help here. I have tickets for MNSSHP for Oct. 29. At the same time I made a PS at LTT for 4:00pm. Is this too early? Iif dinner is done by 5:30pm will we be able to enjoy the park or will we have to wait in a designated area.
Thanks
Mike

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by cheysdad
Hello everyone! I need a little help here. I have tickets for MNSSHP for Oct. 29. At the same time I made a PS at LTT for 4:00pm. Is this too early? Iif dinner is done by 5:30pm will we be able to enjoy the park or will we have to wait in a designated area.
Thanks
Mike

Designated area...either Tomorrowland (and sometimes Fantasyland)

[SamanthaL]

I still haven't received my tix! Should I start to worry? I ordered them on the first day out! Who has got theirs?

[Cinderpals]

Hi Samantha,

I need to call and just make sure everything went okay with my ticket order for the 31st. I just found my DW notebook which has my confirmation numbers in them! I'll call this morning.
The CM told me that they would come in a plain, unassuming envelope. Apparently, she felt like she had to warn me of this since she herself once threw out her tickets!

[bkline]

How many people were asked for a credit card number when they made P.S. for LTT? I have been to MNSSHP three times before and only once was I asked for a CC#. I guess I just want to make sure my reservationn will hold.

[Cinderpals]

I haven't been asked for my CC number, but I had already purchased my tickets before I made reservations. They may have looked them up?

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by bkline
How many people were asked for a credit card number when they made P.S. for LTT? I have been to MNSSHP three times before and only once was I asked for a CC#. I guess I just want to make sure my reservationn will hold.

Most people were not asked for CC when booking LTT. I think it's just a CM getting confused as to locate LTT PS so early they had to look in 'Special Events" to find it and that, I think, is what confused them.

I even called the other day when I saw a couple people say they were asked for CC and the CM told me only PS on holidays needed a CC and CRT and PSB. She said not to worry.

I've been to 3 parties too and never have been asked for a CC.

[jtjarvis]

Hi Buzzandwoody,

Cool you're from Dacula-- That's cute how the CM pronounced it, lol! :)

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by Cinderpals
Hi Samantha,

I need to call and just make sure everything went okay with my ticket order for the 31st. I just found my DW notebook which has my confirmation numbers in them! I'll call this morning.
The CM told me that they would come in a plain, unassuming envelope. Apparently, she felt like she had to warn me of this since she herself once threw out her tickets!

I guess I will wait a bit longer then. Thanks.:D

[jtjarvis]

I am glad to know the ticket envelope may be plain! I have been looking for a splashy Mickey or Tinker Bell number! Now there may be some hope when I look in my mailbox and don't see anything colorful! :p

[forgetyourtroubles!]

Are the tickets themselves cute? Are they the plastic credit card type of ticket?::MickeyMo

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by forgetyourtroubles!
Are the tickets themselves cute? Are they the plastic credit card type of ticket?::MickeyMo

Yes! They are hard plastic like your room key. Each one will have a different character on them. One of the fab five!

They let you keep them too!

[djh96]

Mine are the paper tickets, not plastic. Bought them in WDW 2 days ago.

[4disneyfans]

Thanks to you all ! Last year ( our first time going to MNSSHP) I had ordered them online. I did not realize that it could not be done like that this year. Have a great weekend!!!!!!!:wave:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by djh96
Mine are the paper tickets, not plastic. Bought them in WDW 2 days ago.

Well, I have a feeling it's because of where you bought them?? They have always been hard plastic...like a room key with a different character on each at least at all the parties I've been to anyway.

On page 6 of this thread sharon78 who already got his in the mail wrote this:

They look soooo sweet 2 with Donald on 1 with Minnie on and 1 with Goofy (4 tixs in all)

I was also suprised that they were tickets (credit card type) not vouchers, all i have to do now is keep them in a safe place

[SamanthaL]

They are real tickets and are the hard plastic type. I have 2 Mickeys, one Donald and one Goofy. They are very cute and look like a credit card or room key just like beattyfamily said! I am so excited now.
Just wondering, it they were to get lost are they somehow replacable?

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by SamanthaL
Just wondering, it they were to get lost are they somehow replacable?

Congrats!!

Yes, the CM told me the confirmation number you got when you ordered the tickets would help and I think the letter itself you just received with the tickets should have numbers at the bottom?? It did last year. Those numbers correspond to the tickets and that is how they can be replaced if lost.

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by beattyfamily
Congrats!!

Yes, the CM told me the confirmation number you got when you ordered the tickets would help and I think the letter itself you just received with the tickets should have numbers at the bottom?? It did last year. Those numbers correspond to the tickets and that is how they can be replaced if lost.

I see 2 sets of numbers, the 3 adult passes have the same # and the child's pass is different. Does that sound like what they would need?

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by SamanthaL
I see 2 sets of numbers, the 3 adult passes have the same # and the child's pass is different. Does that sound like what they would need?

Not having it in front of me, I'm not sure but there were numbers at the bottom of the letter last year that were for your records and in case you lost your tickets. So those numbers you see 'could' be them. I'm just not sure. But you can also use your confirmation number if your tickets were lost.

I didn't get mine today:sad:

[RamseyTrio]

Yipee - my tickets arrived today :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc :Pinkbounc .

I got three plastic tickets - Mickey, Goofy and Minnie. DH will be Goofy but unfortunately the Minnie one is a kid ticket so my son will have to be that and I'll get Mickey. Too bad it isn't the other way around. Oh well, they're only tickets :) Sure am glad to have them!

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by beattyfamily
Not having it in front of me, I'm not sure but there were numbers at the bottom of the letter last year that were for your records and in case you lost your tickets. So those numbers you see 'could' be them. I'm just not sure. But you can also use your confirmation number if your tickets were lost.

I didn't get mine today:sad:

Don't cry. I am sure you will get them tomorrow!:eek:

[Timbo]

I ordered 2 tickets the 1st day when they were available and received them today. They are the credit card type tickets, a Mickey and a Minnie.

[PoohBears#1fan]

Originally posted by pigby
Jo

Looks like we'll definitely see you there then (unless you switch to CP). I booked tickets since my last post together with a 5.15pm LTT seating.


Sue

Brilliant, glad you got booked ok :) we'll have to say Hi in LTT

[jtjarvis]

I didn't get my tickets today either. :mad: Maybe tomorrow!

[il-gander]

Does anyone know if Cosmic Ray's is open in Tomorrowland in the hour before the party (6-7 pm)? We're not planning on doing a sit-down dinner and it seemed like a good time to eat there since we'll be herded into Tomorrowland anyway.

Carla

[AngieBelle]

There's a MNSSHP on my birthday (oct 20) this year! Yahoo! I'm definately requesting that day off so I can go. I really want to be Mary Poppins this year but I cannot find a costume. ..phooey. Oh well, I still have 5 months.

[Lynda Silk]

It's incredible, I ordered my tickets last Sunday (May 9) and received them yesterday (May 13)!!!!!! I couldn't believe it when I opened the envelope! So fast, and we don't even live in the USA! Boy, that's typical Disney service for you!

We received the same tickets as the other posters and they are cute! I was surprised by the plastic as well but at least they can't rip or tear.

Just wanted to share my excitement with you! Thanks!

[akghutton]

Received my tickets for MNSSHP for the 26th yesterday!!!! Actually I have one more ticket for that date coming in the mail, as my FIL decided to join us after I had ordered the original 4 tickets.

The tickets are cute, and we are SO EXCITED!!!!pirate:

[ontariodisneywoman]

:sad:


I want my tickets tooo!


Our TA will be delivering them to us with all of our other travel tickets, vouchers, etc....

See you all at the Party on the 31st!

[KBFinFan]

I ordered mine on the 2nd I believe, and got my tickets for the 20th this afternoon!

Great service as always, and very exciting!!

[jtjarvis]

This "great service" sure seems to be eluding me! Still no tickets -- I ordered May 1, and I'm in Georgia, one state over! :confused:

[dina7]

I orderd ours May 2nd and they came today. Two Mickeys and one Minnie. My son is happy that his is a Mickey. Gets you excited even though it is still so far away.:sunny:

[Baloo]

Oh my how this thread has grown!!!:eek:

I was away last weekend visiting our favorite place :earsboy: with a day at IOA thrown in,then I caught a nasty sinus infection(trying to soak up too much PD in too little time IMHO! :p ;) ) I've been "out of it" all this past week! :(

I'm glad to see y'all are receiving your tickets.:earsboy:It sounds like they're different this year,being hard plastic cc type not the paper like plastic in years past.Although I don't care what they're made of as long as it gets me in to MNSSHP!!:teeth:

jeleebeene...my heart sunk when I read they didn't give you a DATE for your MNSSHP!! I thought what a MESS that will be if they're doing tickets that way this year.TG it turned out to be a misinformed CM!! OY!:earseek:

il-gander...Cosmic Ray's should be open then.Chicken fingers are your best bet there.The Philly steak was aweful last year !!!:crazy2:

KCMiller...there's lots of stuff to do around WDW without wasting a park hopper day!:earsboy: In the past we've shopped at MKTPL and had a late lunch at Rain Forest Cafe.We've also gone out to Belz Outlet Mall that morning and eaten lunch at various restaurants around there.Touring the WDW Resorts is fun then have lunch at a restaurant in one of them.Hanging out by the pool and relaxing is another great way to spend the day!Molly Belle and Ramsy Trios idea of a water park and naps are GREAT ideas too!

dismikki...I really don't see Disney adding another night on 10/15 but I guess you can always hope! How old is your son?Universal can be pretty intense for little ones.I just took Erich, who's 10, for the first time last weekend to IOA because until now he's been too short to ride everything there.Even though he's getting to be a "tough guy" a few of the rides at IOA still scared the heck outta him!

AngieBelle...start looking in Thrift Stores and Goodwills...you'll be AMAZED at the wonderful things you can find in those stores plus helping out the needy too!

It's like 5 mths until our MNSSHP night. Do y'all know how FAST that's going to fly by?! I can't believe it's the end of the school year here already! IT WILL be Oct. before we know it!http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/holiday/pain7.gif

[DisneyMom23Boys]

Hi!

Thanks sooo much for letting us know about the early PS's available for LTT. We were not going to eat there, but after reading all the posts I made a PS for Tuesday, October 26 at 5:15.

Question: How early do the characters at LTT come out in their Halloween costumes? Do they come out as early as 4 PM, or is a safer bet to leave our PS for after 5?

Also, is there any news regarding a special MNSSHP AP event?? We have AP's, but am leary of going on a Sunday night (last year's AP event was on a Sunday). Is it worth it, or would we be better off having dinner at LTT???

Also, we are all going to dress up. Originally dh & I were going to be Woody & Bo-Peep and our three sons were going to be Captain Hook, Peter Pan, and Mr. Smee. But I really wanted us to all be from 1 Disney movie. Am thinking about being Snow White, Prince Charming & 3 of the dwarfs (probably Dopey, Grumpy, and Doc since they seem to be the most popular.

Any ideas on costumes? I looked in Simplicity books, but the only Snow White costume was for a child.

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by DisneyMom23Boys
Hi!

Thanks sooo much for letting us know about the early PS's available for LTT. We were not going to eat there, but after reading all the posts I made a PS for Tuesday, October 26 at 5:15.

Question: How early do the characters at LTT come out in their Halloween costumes? Do they come out as early as 4 PM, or is a safer bet to leave our PS for after 5?

Also, is there any news regarding a special MNSSHP AP event?? We have AP's, but am leary of going on a Sunday night (last year's AP event was on a Sunday). Is it worth it, or would we be better off having dinner at LTT???

Also, we are all going to dress up. Originally dh & I were going to be Woody & Bo-Peep and our three sons were going to be Captain Hook, Peter Pan, and Mr. Smee. But I really wanted us to all be from 1 Disney movie. Am thinking about being Snow White, Prince Charming & 3 of the dwarfs (probably Dopey, Grumpy, and Doc since they seem to be the most popular.

Any ideas on costumes? I looked in Simplicity books, but the only Snow White costume was for a child.

As far as I know the characters are in costume the whole time. If you keep the PS for 5:15 we will see you there. Our PS if for 5:20. I really don't like to eat too early so that time was perfect for us. As far as the AP event I can't answer that. Good luck whatever you decide.

[Partridge4ever]

Hi! We'll be at the Oct. 3 MNSSHP. I'm Snow White and DH will be Grumpy (he won't be in costume, he's just always Grumpy).

Cosmic Rays...last year only one side was open. Can't remember what we ate. I just remember being diappointed about not getting my Italian club sandwich.

Adult Snow White costume...I got mine a few years ago at the Disney Outlet for 75 percent off. I've seen them on ebay but they seem to go in the $50-75 range.

[pigby]

Disneymom and Samantha

See you both there - we too have 5.15pm ps's for LTT on the 26th.

Sue

[DisneyMom23Boys]

Hey Sue & Samantha!

I noted to look for you in my PassPorter. When it gets a little closer please let me know what you're all wearing. My family is still undecided yet between Toy Story/Peter Pan or Snow White. I told dh about this surprise and he liked the idea. We've never eaten at LTT before & have never been there for MNSSHP. I'm sure that it will be a treat!!

[Cinderpals]

Hi, I called about my tickets this week. I'm not sure why mine are taking so long to get here, but she had me on record to received them by Monday** Is there a AP night for the party? What does this do for AP holders? Anyone know? Thanks!

[AngieBelle]

I found a blouse on ebay that'll work for a Mary Poppins costume! Now I just need a skirt, a hat, and a red belt of some sort.

[beattyfamily]

FYI...

Well, I was very happy to get my tickets on Thursday!!!::yes:: Two adults and 2 kids for October 31!!!

And I was very happy they were the correct date and quantity, unlike some of us here.

And I was very happy I wasn't double charged like some others here.

Well, today I go and check my mail and there are 6 more adult tickets for me for October 31!!

I checked my CC and I was not charged.

I just got off the phone with the Ticket Office and she could see that there were 2 orders for me; one for 4 tickets, the correct one, and then one for 6 tickets, the incorrect one. She could also see that I was not charged for those 6.

She told me to please return them.

I can't believe how messed up the party ticket sales process has been this year!:rolleyes:

[Cinderpals]

I had to call DW to see where my tickets were in the process. I was surprised to find out that they had my tickets process date for Friday, when I ordered them on the second day! Since I've been reading that some of the other Disers have already received their tickets, I had to call them to check on them. I hope that they do show up in this week's mail! I'll post when they do**

[DznyDreams]

jtjarvis--Have you called about your ticket order? What did they say? I would have thought you'd have yours earlier in the week. :confused:

I ordered my tix last Sunday (Mom's Day) for the party on the 8th....still no tickets. :( I do have my ticket order #, so I'm not really worried for myself yet.

[Alice28]

Got my 3 tickets for the 24th two days ago; the correct amount and date and everything! We got Mickey, Goofy and Minnie. :D I already "called" Goofy.:p I don't know if I will dress up, or perhaps just buy a Halloween-ee tshirt.

[SamanthaL]

I am so happy I will get to put faces to your names! I am probably going to be a pooper and not dress up. My little DS will be a Red Sox player and so far DD wants to be Bo peep. Just look for the 2 kids with the huge beautiful eyes and long lashes. That is what everyone notices!
Hope to see you guys there and let me know who to look for!

[judyfromkansas]

Hello everyone! I just wanted to get your opinions on this: which time of year is it best to visit Disney Word - Halloween or Christmas? I'm planning vacation for later in the year, and I'm really torn as to when to go! Any input would be greatly appreciated! :)

[DznyDreams]

Originally posted by judyfromkansas
Hello everyone! I just wanted to get your opinions on this: which time of year is it best to visit Disney Word - Halloween or Christmas? I'm planning vacation for later in the year, and I'm really torn as to when to go! Any input would be greatly appreciated! :)

That's a TOUGH one! I love both and have been to both the MNSSHP and MVMCP. I would only do an early to mid-Dec. trip - not too close to Christmas if at all possible. As for MNSSHP - I'd avoid any night that's within a few nights or the actual night of Halloween.

If having a little more time to save money would be helpful to you, I'd go to MVMCP this year and then maybe go to MNSSHP nexttime. If you don't need to save, and you must pick one, ask yourself which is your favorite holiday?

There is SO much to see all around Disney World (resorts, other parks, etc.) in December. The decor is WONDERFUL! MNSSHP, on the other hand, is FABULOUS, but limited to the MK and only if you have the ticket. There are a few Halloween decorations that are left up during the entire month, but most of them "appear" (like magic) for the party.

[jtjarvis]

Originally posted by DznyDreams
jtjarvis--Have you called about your ticket order? What did they say? I would have thought you'd have yours earlier in the week. :confused:

I ordered my tix last Sunday (Mom's Day) for the party on the 8th....still no tickets. :( I do have my ticket order #, so I'm not really worried for myself yet.

Hi DznyDreams! No, my tickets did not get here yet! :rolleyes: I was actually out of town this weekend and pretty much expected to roll in today and see them in Sat.'s mail -- but that didn't happen.

However, as from Cinderpals' post, I think my tickets, although ordered the first weekend, have gone out later than the others. I might persuade myself to give it a little time because I suspect my situation is the same as the other later-mailers. If they don't show up soon, I'll call with my confirmation number and ask them to re-send them if it appears they've truly gotten messed up.

Boy, won't it be great when we all have our tickets in hand—the correct number, no more, no fewer, and for the correct dates! pirate: princess:

[Cinderpals]

Hi, I received my tickets on Saturday!! I ordered on the second day they were available for sale, but they were processed much later. I have four tickets: Goofy, Mickey, Donald and Minnie!!! They're really cool!! Mine, are for the 31st***

[jtjarvis]

Oh no, am I now the only early orderer without tickets yet?! :eek:

But I am glad for you Cinderpals... and everybody else, lol... :jester:

Beattyfamily, perhaps mine are being sent to you-- please let me know :p

[sillysully]

Hi Everyone, I just ordered our tix today for Friday, 10/1. Now after reading this I'm wondering if I should change to Sun, 10/3 to avoid FL resident crowds. We depart on Mon. 10/4, but not until late afternoon. I'm travelling w/DH and 3 kids - 7, 6, and 3. What are your thoughts? Thanks so much for this post! I would've completely forgotten to order tix (I've been off the boards for a few months) if it weren't for you Baloo!

[fairytinkerbell]

1. What exactly is MNSSHP? WHat are the dates in October, 2004 for this event?

2. How do u get tickets? Do u have to be a disney-hotel guest?
When do they go on sale for Oct, 2004? How much?

3. Can I purchase tickets when i get there @ the TTC?

4. If this in in the Magic Kingdom, and the MK closes early usually in October, does this MNSSHP mean that it will be held AFTER MK CLOSES??

5. Do you ALSO NEED to use a full-day from your Hopper Pass to get into the MNSSHP?? or do u just need to buy the MNSSHP tickets?

Thx
pirate: :cheer2: :cheer2: :flower1:

[Alice28]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by fairytinkerbell
[B]1. What exactly is MNSSHP? WHat are the dates in October, 2004 for this event? It's Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at the MK. There is trick or treating, special parades and fireworks, and most of the attractions are open. Go to www.allearsnet.com and Deb has the link on her front page

2. How do u get tickets? Do u have to be a disney-hotel guest?
When do they go on sale for Oct, 2004? How much? Call 407-WDisney and order them with a credit card. No, you do not have to be a Disney hotel guest. They are on sale now!

3. Can I purchase tickets when i get there @ the TTC? Maybe- depends what night you want to go- Halloween nights and the nights right before it typically sell out before hand

4. If this in in the Magic Kingdom, and the MK closes early usually in October, does this MNSSHP mean that it will be held AFTER MK CLOSES?? Yes, it is held from 7-midnight and the park closes to the general public at 6

5. Do you ALSO NEED to use a full-day from your Hopper Pass to get into the MNSSHP?? or do u just need to buy the MNSSHP tickets? No, you do not need to use a full day park hopper...your MNSSHP ticket gets you in starting at I believe 4 or 5 PM

Thx
pirate: :cheer2: :cheer2: :flower1:

[Baloo]

sillysully...you're very welcome! :) Given the choice I'd go for the Sunday night party.It will be a wonderful way to end your WDW vacation!

fairytinkerbell...here's a link to the first page of this thread...it should answer most your questions and then some! :)http://disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=560506

[judyfromkansas]

Originally posted by DznyDreams
That's a TOUGH one! I love both and have been to both the MNSSHP and MVMCP. I would only do an early to mid-Dec. trip - not too close to Christmas if at all possible. As for MNSSHP - I'd avoid any night that's within a few nights or the actual night of Halloween.

If having a little more time to save money would be helpful to you, I'd go to MVMCP this year and then maybe go to MNSSHP nexttime. If you don't need to save, and you must pick one, ask yourself which is your favorite holiday?

There is SO much to see all around Disney World (resorts, other parks, etc.) in December. The decor is WONDERFUL! MNSSHP, on the other hand, is FABULOUS, but limited to the MK and only if you have the ticket. There are a few Halloween decorations that are left up during the entire month, but most of them "appear" (like magic) for the party.

Thank you so much! I think I'll aim for Christmas this year, and Halloween the next. Thanks for your excellent suggestion! :)

[jeleebeene]

Will DH and I feel stupid if we dress up?

I thought it would be fun as DH and I aren't partiers, so we don't usually go to Halloween parties. As I was reading some threads, so many people stated they were just going to wear Halloween T-shirts.

Do adults really dress up at MNSSHP? I just wanted to clarify that so we don't look ridiculous around the resort and MK on the day of our party.

Thanks!

P.S. Oh how I wish our tickets would come, but I just ordered them on the 9th, so I am trying to be patient....and it is getting harder!!

[pleakley]

After reading this thread I've actually managed to convince dh to WDW for Halloween!! :Pinkbounc
We would like to go Halloween night so I desperately want to order the tickets. But I have a bit of a dilemma... We are leaving in two weeks for California and my father is accompanying us, my mother passed away earlier this year - so we thought we could all use a little Disney magic. I'm afraid to even bring up a trip in the fall before we go on this one (my father already thinks I'm crazy). Since we are going on such a popular night, I don't know if I should just go ahead and buy a ticket for df, or buy our tickets and buy the single one later in the summer. Are single adult tickets easier to come by?
Also, how will the crowds be in the parks otherwise in late October (10/28-11/2). We were there last summer mid June.
Thanks again!!

[Cinderpals]

Hi, I made the decision to go on Oct. 31st which is probably going to be the busiest night. A friend of mine went last year, and she said that it was crowded before the parade. She mainly commented on how many strollers where everywhere! I've read other posts with this comment too. Oct. 31st and probably the Friday before (29th) are expected to be the most popular party nights. I've read other posts predicting those tickets to sell out before the event, so I'm not sure if they'll be available to purchase late Summer. It wouldn't matter if you were purchasing a childs ticket versus an adult. They go by numbers of tickets. The adult tickets are a little more than a child's ticket. My friend did say that the strollers started clearing out after the 1st parade. She's a Grandma. She held up fine. I don't think that my In-laws would do it though, but they're not good sports anyway. If you purchase MNSSHP tickets, the park will let you in beginning at 4pm. You wouldn't have to burn a park hopper pass at that time. The party doesn't begin until 7pm. They herd party goers to one of the designated lands within the MK (I don't remember which one) so that they can close the park at 6pm. We made reservations to eat dinner at the Liberty Tree Tavern for dinner. (They are taking PS reservations for the party nights now**no need to make these 90 days before the event) We will then have to wait outside of the restaurant until the party starts, or join the rest of the party goers wherever they are herded to. You can expect the parks to be much less crowded in Oct-Nov than in the summer when you've gone. The party will take place in a part of the MK limited to 7000 party goers. (I read this somewhere!) It will still be crowded, expecially on the 29th and 31st

[PatriciaH]

For any of you DIS Board members going to MNSSHP on the 14th:

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?threadid=567732

:wave: Hope to see you there!

[DznyDreams]

Originally posted by jeleebeene
Will DH and I feel stupid if we dress up?

I thought it would be fun as DH and I aren't partiers, so we don't usually go to Halloween parties. As I was reading some threads, so many people stated they were just going to wear Halloween T-shirts.

Do adults really dress up at MNSSHP? I just wanted to clarify that so we don't look ridiculous around the resort and MK on the day of our party.

This year will only be my 3rd MNSSHP, but I definitely did see adults dressed up in costume.....Cruella was very popular in 2001 & 2002!

I've contemplated the dressing up thing myself, but I think I've finally decided that DH & I will just wear Halloween T-shirts (probably the MNSSHP ones they'll sell in the park) and leave the costume wearing to DD. You see, my tickets arrived today (ordered on the 9th), and there is a blurb in the letter specifically about costumes. It says, and I quote, "COSTUMES - Children are encouraged to attend the party in costume."

I can see why some adults would want to dress up. As you've mentioned, adults do have costume parties at home; and as I've mentioned, I've considered it myself. Also, at the MNSSHP, everyone in your party is given a trick-or-treat bag at the gate....as if to say, all are welcome to "trick-or-treat" (receive candy). I'm sure there are some adults who enjoy doing this, and I can see where they might say, "What the heck. If I can trick-or-treat, I might as well do it in costume!"

I don't see the harm myself, but after reading the letter that came with my tickets, I've personally decided not to wear a costume.

Now, anyone who has stuck with my post to this point, well, you're a saint. lol ;) Seriously though, my next paragraph is analyzing things just a little too much. That's just my nature. But if you have an opinion, please straighten me out....

Candy was practically shoved down my throat the first year I attended this event (exaggerating only slightly). I finally got a clue and put the adults' bags in my backpack so that no one else would try to force the candy into them. Please don't take this the wrong way! I think it's great fun for those adults who want to participate, and I'm not saying it's wrong. I'm just saying that, to me, they kind of send mixed signals by emphasizing that "children" are encouraged to wear costumes to the party (not families, but "children"), but when you arrive at the gate they give both the children and the adults trick-or-treat bags. So I guess my question is, what do they want from us old folks? lol Are we supposed to be actual participants (costume-wearing trick-or-treaters) or simply blissful escorts for our children who are allowed to soak up the festive atmosphere only? I'm happy with either, because this is a FANTASTIC event, but I'd really like to know what the CMs at the park actually consider as acceptable party behavior from the adults. ;)

[Baloo]

jeleebeene...you won't feel silly at all! From the first MNSSHP I attended 9yrs ago adults in costume has been increasing through the years as Halloween has become a really big holiday anymore!


but I'd really like to know what the CMs at the park actually consider as acceptable party behavior from the adults.

I think you can be as silly or as sedate as ya wanna be !!!

[jtjarvis]

Hi everybody,

Just wanted to report that after much anticipation and some consternation I found my mnsshp tickets in the mailbox today! 2 Minnies, 2 Donalds, and a Goofy. All for the correct dates and thank you DIS'ers for calling our attention to that detail. My mom will be very pleased with her Minnie ticket!

I ordered my tickets on May 1 -- so those of you who are still waiting, don't despair, they'll get there! :sunny:

This leaves the major details—resort ressies, tickets for everything, LTT PS's and even our FW golf cart—already secured and mostly paid for, and it feels great!!

[DznyDreams]

Originally posted by Baloo
I think you can be as silly or as sedate as ya wanna be !!!

Cool!

[sharon78]

JTJARVIS At last im so pleased you recived your tickets:hyper:
now Relaxxxxxxxx:laughing: :rotfl: :laughing:

Beattyfamily What a mix up never mind at least you got them:smooth: 31st as well same night as us are we:crazy: ? lol.

Cinderpals Snap 31st i think a lot of dis'ers will be there that night

It's going to be so much fun!

:earsgirl:

[DznyDreams]

Originally posted by jtjarvis
Hi everybody,

Just wanted to report that after much anticipation and some consternation I found my mnsshp tickets in the mailbox today! 2 Minnies, 2 Donalds, and a Goofy.

YAY!:Pinkbounc I'm so glad they finally arrived!

I received mine today too....2 Mickey's for DD and I, and a Goofy for DH! :)

[jtjarvis]

Thanks so much Sharon and Diane—made me so happy to see your posts about those dern tickets! :jester:

Diane, glad yours arrived as well!

:bounce:

[Jenn Lynn]

I received my tickets last Saturday-1 Minnie, 1 Mickey, 1 Donald, and 1 Goofy. I ordered them on May 5th. :)

[fairytinkerbell]

1. Should we "waste" time eating at Liberty Tree Tavern during our evening at MNSSHP? or should we eat dinner before we get to the party?

2. How long would it take to eat at LTT?

3. What do u think??

4. Do most people leave early and the park is empty by 11pm?

5. Are the rides open til midnite?::yes:: :hyper:

[RDS912]

anyone going on the 17th ????

[Jenn Lynn]

Originally posted by fairytinkerbell
1. Should we "waste" time eating at Liberty Tree Tavern during our evening at MNSSHP? or should we eat dinner before we get to the party?

2. How long would it take to eat at LTT?

3. What do u think??

4. Do most people leave early and the park is empty by 11pm?

5. Are the rides open til midnite?::yes:: :hyper:

We have PS for LTT for 5:30. MNSSHP doesn't start until 7 so we will have time to eat and hopefully be done close to the time the party is starting! :)

[Miniefan]

I am going on 10/17, and we have PS at LTT for 5:30pm that night. I believe we will have plenty of time as the meal is served family style buffet at the table. I do not think we will take that long to eat. How many others are going to be there on 10/17??

[HelloChum]

We will be going to our first MNSSHP on 10/3 (ordered tix today!!) It seems many have PS's for LTT and I am trying to decide what to do. The characters in Halloween costumes sound great. Would dining at LTT put you in a "better" position in the park for the "start" of the party than say CP? Or, am I overthinking this?? We really liked dinner at CP last year (my 5 year old DS LOVES Pooh and company). What is a good time to get PS's for--seems like many have them for anytime between 4 and 5:30?

Also, we will have UPHs. If we happen to be at the park early that day, will we have to leave and reenter with our party tickets?

One more question, we will be there 10/2 thru 10/9. I know there is another MNSSHP on 10/8, a Friday night. If we think we may want to go that evening too, should we purchase advance tickets before we leave home or would you guess that we may be able to purchase tickets at our resort or the park. It sounds like so much fun--we may want to go twice!! 10/8 is the beginning of Columbus Day weekend and I am guessing it may be crowded that evening. Good guess??

Many thanks!!

[Baloo]

fairytinkerbell...I've never had dinner in the MK the night of MNSSHP because up until a couple years ago you were NOT let into MK until about 6:30pm.At that time I did think it was a waste of time eating in there when you could be riding things with no waits.But now that Disney is letting you in earlier for MNSSHP I think it's a pretty good idea to get an early PS for a restaurant in the MK. http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/holiday/YYicon57.gif


HelloChum
am I overthinking this??
YES!!! http://mindscraps.com/s/otn/holiday/pain7.gif LOL!

Would dining at LTT put you in a "better" position in the park for the "start" of the party than say CP?
The party is ALL OVER the MK so anywhere is a good position to start!

What is a good time to get PS's for
Earliest time you can get a PS is what I think.:)


Tickets for the 8th
Considering the day and weekend it might be a good idea to get tickets for that MNSSHP before you're at WDW!

If we happen to be at the park early that day, will we have to leave and reenter with our party tickets?
No you don't have to leave.In the past you could go to Guest Relations in the afternoon and get your wristband for the party.Lately they've had some places set up throughout the MK to do this.

[forgetyourtroubles!]

Minifan-
Our group of 9 will be there on the 17th. :) LTT at 4.

[RamseyTrio]

Hey MinieFan, RDS912 & forgetyourtroubles -

We'll be there on the 17th as well - 2 families of 4 (DH, myself, DS2 & DS7 plus our friends and their DS5 & DS7).

miniefan - we will also be at LTT at 5:30 (although we may switch to Crystal Palace 90 days out).

We'll be dressed as Santa & Mrs. Claus, an elf and a reindeer.

See you guys there!

:)

[jeleebeene]

I think we will say heck with it and dress up - it sounds like fun, so why not?

I am thinking of what to be, but DH will most likely be a pirate - pirate: something to where he doesn't need to wear make-up!!

What I will be - hmmm....decisions, decisions princess:

[RDS912]

minniefan and ramsey trio,

We also have PS for LTT@5:30 not sure what the kids will be wearing, DD age 5 and DS age 1, I think tinkerbell and peter pan?:bounce:

[HelloChum]

Thanks Baloo!!


We have a PS for 5:40 at LTT on 10/3.

[The Duchess]

Just got our Tix for Halloween Night (also our anniversary!)
Can't wait!!

[jeleebeene]

Got our tickets today for MNSSHP for 10/22/04. So excited! :hyper:

Got Mickey and Goofy on out tix - I am so ready for the party. Well, almost, still need to decide on costumes.

So we have res. at LTT at 5:05pm before the party, have our tickets, we are just about set!

Pretty quick, too, as I ordered them on 5/9/04, and was expecting it to take a bit longer!

[t-roy]

I was contemplating going in October again since we had such a good time at last year's party. You guys have definately sealed the deal for me. I think we're going to take advantage of the 5 for 2 and join all of you in the "World."

Last year we arrived around 5:15 or so. It was a great time since most of the crowd was leaving and we were arriving. It was weird fighting the crowd to get in. I think we all the rides in Fantasyland during that time. It was wonderful. The crowds didn't really start catching up until about 7:00. I'm contemplating making a reservation for dinner but don't want to miss out on that transition time. How early can you make a reservation?

[jeleebeene]

If you want to make a reservation at Liberty Tree Tavern, you can make reservations now. The other restaurants you can make reservations 90 days out - atleast that is what I was told and read on these boards.

We have a reservation lined up at LTT already - lucky to get one from what I have read!

[Tink Fans]

UGH!!!!

Ordered the tix on 5/6 and made the reservation for LTT. Tix arrived sometime last week and after looking them over quickly I put them aside as it's been a busy month. Today I went to put them with my other tix and pulled one off to look at it and was shocked to see my date is for 10/29 NOT 10/28 like I booked (and confirmed at the time of booking). Go figure! Thank goodness for this great thread otherwise I may not have looked until a much later date.

So PLEASE Check you dates!

Hopefully, it will all work out and I'll get my original 10/28 date.

[uktigger]

hi:wave:

we are also going on the 17th as well::yes:: altough we haven't booked LTT we are going to try and get a ps for crystal palace:D
we are me,dh,ds1 and ds2

see you there
eve::MinnieMo

[Alice28]

All right, from reading these boards, you all have convinced me it's better to be dining while they switch the park over (between 6 and 7) than be corraled in Tomorrowland....so after discussing it with my travel buddies, we are aiming to make a PS at Crystal Palace for 5:15/5:30 on our MNSSHP date. LTT menu just didn't quite appeal to any of us. See ya there!!!!!!! (the 24th for us!):wave:

[lasmickey]

HelloChum ~ We'll see you there! We have PS at LTT for 5:45 on 10/3! My two DD's will be dressing as cheerleaders (thought that was something that would be easy and cool!) What are you dressing as? We'd love to be able to say "Hi" to some fellow DIS'ers!

[HelloChum]

lasmickey....we will see you there and would love to say hi....however, my 3 DS's (10, 8, and 5) are still deciding on costumes. It's so funny that they are excited about Halloween in May!! We will definitely do something light weight and easy, too. Not sure if DH and I are wearing costumes, though--might be fun.

[BeverlyJ]

Hi. We'll be at our first MNSSHP on 17th too. We have PS at LTT for 5:35. Yippee.

Who are we? Myself, DH, DD (3) princess: and my mum :earsgirl: on her very first trip to WDW and first ever flight!!! I reckon she'll still look like a ghost after her transatlantic flight on 8th LOL! She is soooo scared....maybe we should rename it MMVSTF (my mum's very scarey transatlantic flight!!!)

We will all be dressing up - I think. Not sure what yet, but DD will undoubtedly be wearing one of her princess dresses (she only has a dozen to chose from, poor child LOL).

Gosh, I am SOOOO excited now. Thanks for letting me share. :wave:

[fairytinkerbell]

:cheer2: :flower: :space: :space:
The day we're going to MNSSHP will be the day of Typhoon Lagoon.

1. What time does MNSSHP open?
2. What time should we show up at MK?
3. We want to eat dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern - What should we dO?????
pirate:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by fairytinkerbell
:The day we're going to MNSSHP will be the day of Typhoon Lagoon.

1. What time does MNSSHP open?
2. What time should we show up at MK?
3. We want to eat dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern - What should we dO?????
pirate:

The party officially starts at 7:00p.

They have been letting party goers in with just their party tickets after 4:00p.

Between 6:00 and 7:00 they are clearing out the park of non-party goers while they herd party guests to Tomorrowland (or while other guests are eating at LTT, CP, the Castle or Tony's).

Have fun!

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by fairytinkerbell
:cheer2: :flower: :space: :space:
The day we're going to MNSSHP will be the day of Typhoon Lagoon.

1. What time does MNSSHP open? Party starts at 7pm but with your ticket they will probably let you in around 4.
2. What time should we show up at MK? It depends if you want to eat or just party. You can get in at 4 with just the party ticket then ride the rides. At 6 they will rope off an area and everyone with a ticket will stay in that area and everyone else will be escorted out. If you eat at LTT you can enter at 4 eat at whatever time then join the party. We are eating at 5:20.
We will be done before the party starts.
3. We want to eat dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern - What should we dO????? You should call and make ressies now! Call 401-W-DISNEY and buy your tickets then tell them you want to eat at LTT. They will put you through to dining and you can pick your time. Do it now though. They have been booking since May 1 and it is a popular thing to do!
pirate:

[fairytinkerbell]

i just got my PS# thanks to u! BUT i made it for 5:30 pm, and now i;':cheer2: :cheer2:
i'm scared that disney won't let us in the park to eat because it will be before
7pm!!! ARE U ABSOLUTELY 100% SURE THEY WILL? let us in at 4pm?
otherwise the lady (wdw) said that we'll lose our table if i try to get in later.

HELP!!!:confused: :eek:

[Colmenares3]

Hi All,

This is my first post to this forum- need thoughtful advice on what's best for our short trip in Oct.

Here's my dilemma. My sister and I are going to WDW with our two 7 yo sons over Colombus Day weekend. My sis and I haven't been since 1975 (!) and it will be a first trip for our sons. We arrive in the aft of Sat., and leave Wed. AM. So, we have three full days, and an extra park evening on Sat (I think for MK and SpectroMagic). I am the "planner," and feel a responsibility to come up with the best itinerary, cost-wise and parks-exposure-wise.

I keep going back and forth between doing MNSSHP and not doing it. Here's my dilemma. If we do the party on Tuesday the 12th, we definitely will take the AM off from the parks, toodle around and rest. So we "lose" a park AM. But if the lines at the party aren't too long, maybe it's worth it? The Unofficial Guide says not to do it for the attractions, to do it for the extra stuff. But as it's our first visit, maybe we don't need the extra stuff? And then others say the lines are short, so it *would* be good for the attractions. Hmmmm.

If I knew the boys could last til the end (skip the first parade and just do rides then, and catch the second parade, for example), I'd be more willing to give up the AM park. Ahrg, I know this isn't a big decision, but somehow I can't make it!

Thanks for any advice,

Erica

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by fairytinkerbell
i just got my PS# thanks to u! BUT i made it for 5:30 pm, and now i;':cheer2: :cheer2:
i'm scared that disney won't let us in the park to eat because it will be before
7pm!!! ARE U ABSOLUTELY 100% SURE THEY WILL? let us in at 4pm?
otherwise the lady (wdw) said that we'll lose our table if i try to get in later.

HELP!!!:confused: :eek:

I am ABSOLUTELY 100% CERTAIN you will get in for your resessies! We have done it! Bring your tickets and your LTT ressie confirmation # and you WILL get in! Beattyfamily can back me up right beattyfamily?
I have a dining time of 5:20. Now would I do that if I couldn't get in?:smooth:

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by SamanthaL
I am ABSOLUTELY 100% CERTAIN you will get in for your resessies! We have done it! Bring your tickets and your LTT ressie confirmation # and you WILL get in! Beattyfamily can back me up right beattyfamily?
I have a dining time of 5:20. Now would I do that if I couldn't get in?:smooth:

Yes! I can back you up! I've done it before too and am doing it again this October!!!

No worries!:teeth:

[bkline]

We have gone the last three years to MNSSHP and have always entered the park between 4 and 5 and gone to LTT for dinner. I do keep with me my PS#, but no one has ever asked for it. Enjoy the party. It's a lot of fun.

[akghutton]

fairytinkerbell:
I posted this earlier in the thread concerning the official Disney policy for MNSSHP 2004; I hope it helps ease your nerves; I know it made me feel better:

While ordering another MNSSHP ticket two nights ago, I asked the CM what the official policy was regarding entering MK before 7pm on MNSSHP nights with only the party ticket. My in-laws are joining my family on the 26th for the MNSSHP and dinner at LTT at 5:30. They have purchased the party tickets, but do not want to us a park hopper that day just to go to dinner at 5:30. After reading many postings on this board about being allowed in as early as 4pm with the party ticket on previous years, I wanted to get the official policy that will be used by CMs this year. (I don't think having my in-laws wait for an hour and half outside the gates, while we eat dinner, will help family relations

So, after waiting for close to 15 minutes on hold, the CM told me that she spoke with her boss, who verfied that MNSSHP ticket holders will be allowed into MK starting at 4pm on the night of their party. I was relieved to get this straight from Disney, as I was picturing my in-laws being turned away at the gate and told to return at 7pm.

Excellent deal in my opinion: 8 hours in the park, plus all of the party perks for $30+

:wave:

[jtjarvis]

Originally posted by Colmenares3
Hi All,

This is my first post to this forum- need thoughtful advice on what's best for our short trip in Oct.

Here's my dilemma. My sister and I are going to WDW with our two 7 yo sons over Colombus Day weekend. My sis and I haven't been since 1975 (!) and it will be a first trip for our sons. We arrive in the aft of Sat., and leave Wed. AM. So, we have three full days, and an extra park evening on Sat (I think for MK and SpectroMagic). I am the "planner," and feel a responsibility to come up with the best itinerary, cost-wise and parks-exposure-wise.

I keep going back and forth between doing MNSSHP and not doing it. Here's my dilemma. If we do the party on Tuesday the 12th, we definitely will take the AM off from the parks, toodle around and rest. So we "lose" a park AM. But if the lines at the party aren't too long, maybe it's worth it? The Unofficial Guide says not to do it for the attractions, to do it for the extra stuff. But as it's our first visit, maybe we don't need the extra stuff? And then others say the lines are short, so it *would* be good for the attractions. Hmmmm.

If I knew the boys could last til the end (skip the first parade and just do rides then, and catch the second parade, for example), I'd be more willing to give up the AM park. Ahrg, I know this isn't a big decision, but somehow I can't make it!

Thanks for any advice,

Erica

Hi Erica,
We were in a similar situation this past January—mnsshp not part of the picture of course!—but just going for a few days, first trip since about 1975 for me too! And DH and DS's 5 and 7 had not gone at all. I can understand the pressure of being the planner!

First off, before mnsshp ideas, I want to recommend a site to add to UG just to get some additional info. It's www.tourguidemike.com . You get painstakingly detailed advice and sample itineraries, and he's got a good feel for what families with children (and in-betweens too like ours; not preschool and not really big kids) want. He rates things so you can make sure to hit the most important things on short trips.

When we went in Jan. we focused on MK only so when we go to mnsshp (over Columbus Day weekend too but we're going to the Fri. party) we do know our way around. But what I would do to help make the decision about going to mnsshp or not, is to ask yourself if the mnsshp will "make" or "not matter so much" for your first family WDW visit. I do think it's true the rides are easier to get on, from what I hear, but probably it should come down to how important the party would be to your experience overall. There'll be other parties other years. But if y'all really like Halloween, and you want to focus on MK for your trip, the party offers a lot of punch, getting in before 5 p.m. It seems to easily stand in for an entire park day.

If you're going to EMH on Sunday at MK, you could do that, get in and out before crowds hit and do the "must-rides" at MK so you're not under the gun to "get it ALL done" mnsshp night (which might be pretty stressful, particularly since it would be your last night).

I had to realize, since our trips will always be brief I'm afraid, that making choices is the only way around WDW! Tough choices! Heartbreaking choices! :eek: I learned no one way may be truly best, I just have to use the yardstick of my family, what we might like BEST and what we can handle!

Keep us posted!!

[Colmenares3]

First off, before mnsshp ideas, I want to recommend a site to add to UG just to get some additional info. It's www.tourguidemike.com . <snip>

but probably it should come down to how important the party would be to your experience overall. There'll be other parties other years. But if y'all really like Halloween, and you want to focus on MK for your trip, the party offers a lot of punch, getting in before 5 p.m. It seems to easily stand in for an entire park day.

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I had to realize, since our trips will always be brief I'm afraid, that making choices is the only way around WDW! Tough choices! Heartbreaking choices! :eek: I learned no one way may be truly best, I just have to use the yardstick of my family, what we might like BEST and what we can handle!

Keep us posted!! [/B][/QUOTE]

Thanks so much for your response- it helps alot. I actually have joined TGM- and love his advice, and his writing style. I read through his info on MNSSHP, and it sounds like fun. But maybe, as it's our first time AND ds wants to go to all four parks, we'll skip it. In Dec 2005 we'll be at WDW for MVMCP, I hope, so we'll at least get a party night in, some time in the not too distant future.

RE using the EMH for Sunday at MK, I plan to, but if they institute the evening EMHs, there won't be an MK morning EMH while we're there So I've planned on the Sat PM for Spectromagic, then Sunday and Tuesday AMs. So that's a good bit of time. Only poor Epcot gets slighted, with a brief IllumiNations evening.

Thanks again,

Erica

[Maridw]

We just bought tickets for MNSSHP for the 29th. I can't wait. This trip will be my Birthday present (10/31). I have always wanted to do one of these since I heard about them and we never did.

DH decided to change our Play 4 tickets to Seasonal Annual passes so we could go over Halloween.

[jdkdorn]

What transportation is available after the night is over. We are staying at BCV and want to know what will be available to get back there. Would we be better off using a car or is the transportation okay? I am worried about the wait and how crowded they are

Thanks

we are also going on the 26th

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by jdkdorn
What transportation is available after the night is over. We are staying at BCV and want to know what will be available to get back there. Would we be better off using a car or is the transportation okay? I am worried about the wait and how crowded they are

Thanks

we are also going on the 26th

People seem to leave in small waves. We never had trouble on the bus. If you are leaving at the end I would bet you would be fine on the bus. People with small kids leave early so the park does get less crowded. We will be there on the 26th too and eating at LTT. We are staying at the BWV so we may be on the bus together!

[twoeeyy]

Hi. on a whim last night after reading this thread I decided to call and buy tickets for the 12th. ( That is our daughters 12th birthday ) I thought this would be a nice surprise since we are not doing Disney on this trip. We are staying onsite at Universal and doing the whole IOA thing.

I also got PS at LTT for 5:25.

Do most people get dressed up ? and also if I choose not to keep PS where else can we eat or shoud we eat before heading over to park ?

Thanks in advance

[SamanthaL]

Originally posted by twoeeyy
Hi. on a whim last night after reading this thread I decided to call and buy tickets for the 12th. ( That is our daughters 12th birthday ) I thought this would be a nice surprise since we are not doing Disney on this trip. We are staying onsite at Universal and doing the whole IOA thing.

I also got PS at LTT for 5:25.

Do most people get dressed up ? and also if I choose not to keep PS where else can we eat or shoud we eat before heading over to park ?

Thanks in advance

Alot of people do dress up. You would not be out of place to where a costume by any means.
As far as eating goes, there will be counter service available in the park and the castle and CP will be taking ressies at the 90 day window. You can also eat at a monorail resort. That will make it easy for you to get into the party. If you don't want to keep the LTT ressies just be sure to cancel it when you are sure. As things get closer those Ps's will be hard to come by and it would be a shame for someone to miss out.;)

[Alice28]

Okay, this is something I did NOT want to have to post. Anyone ever buy MNSSHP tickets and then have to cancel your trip? It looks like I will have to cancel my trip due to DH getting activated with the army to go to Iraq....I may have someone who will buy 2 of the 3 tickets, but I wouldn't want the third to go to waste. Do these ever get put up on ebay???? I am so bummin right now....:( :( :( :(

[bajanswife]

We don't plan on having a sit-down meal during MNSSHP, we're eating high tea before we arrive - but since that will be about 3 p.m., we will need a snack later. I thought that since we will be corralled in Tomorrowland between 6 and about 6.45, that might be a good time for a snack. Is this a good idea? Are there enough counter service places open, or will they all be mobbed? What do people usually do while corralled - the rides? Does it make for long lines everywhere, or are the crowds not to bad at that hour?

[Baloo]

What transportation is available after the night is over
The resort buses will be running for quite sometime after MNSSHP is ended.We always leave as late as possible and never had a problem catching a bus to our resort!http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/dvv/asthanos.gif


Do most people get dressed up ? and also if I choose not to keep PS where else can we eat or shoud we eat before heading over to park ?

Most children are in costume but the majority of adult are not.Although the adult trick or treater has grown over the last 8 yrs that my family has attended!

You could try one of the restaurants at the MK resorts.Maybe Chef Mickey's they start serving at 5pm. or Concourse Steakhouse at the Contemporary,Ohana's (not sure when they start serving) or Kona Cafe at the Poly.At GF 1900 Park Fare starts serving around 5pm.There's also the Grand Floridian Cafe there.

We've eaten at RFC several trips then went to the party.If you get there around 4pm you can get seated pretty quick!http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/fk/ghost.gif

Tomorrowland between 6 and about 6.45, that might be a good time for a snack. Is this a good idea? Yes it is and by 6:45,maybe a few minutes earlier, you'll probably be able to get released into the other lands.

Are there enough counter service places open, or will they all be mobbed? There are PLENTY open!


What do people usually do while corralled - the rides? We people/costumed watch!!!

Does it make for long lines everywhere, or are the crowds not to bad at that hour? 6-6:45 isn't too bad as the majority of the guest are still arriving then...alot of people still don't read the DIS and know that you can enter earlier...TG for those of us that do! ;) :p We've walked right onto Hm,SplMt and BTTMT at this time of the evening.http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/holiday/pumpkin.gif

Alice28 .... Anyone ever buy MNSSHP tickets and then have to cancel your trip? Do these ever get put up on ebay????Well that REALLy stinks!! You and yours are in my prayers.I've had a couple extra tickets when my ex left me but that's a whole other story.:rolleyes:I sold them before the party to someone I was talking to at DTD about MNSSHP and they decided to go.I sold them for what I paid.And yes there's been MNSSHP tickets on Ebay...that would probably be the place for you to sell them.

[ontariodisneywoman]

Originally posted by Alice28
Okay, this is something I did NOT want to have to post. Anyone ever buy MNSSHP tickets and then have to cancel your trip? It looks like I will have to cancel my trip due to DH getting activated with the army to go to Iraq....I may have someone who will buy 2 of the 3 tickets, but I wouldn't want the third to go to waste. Do these ever get put up on ebay???? I am so bummin right now....:( :( :( :(
I'm so sorry for you. Prayers and Pixie dust going out to you and yours.
I have seen these on ebay before. Good luck selling them!

[judyfromkansas]

Originally posted by kilee
We had 2 little girls in our party last year. One 5 the other 16 months. They both wore the "princess dresses" (Cinderella for both). Neither had a lot of netting-- which can get really really itchy in the heat. They also both wore sneakers (even the toddler) w/ really cute lacey anklets. The 5 yr old even wore her dress again later in the week (her choice). She went on everything--- she didn't have a problem. Just look at the fabric of the dress and the length. If it's too long, then tripping could become and issue. I think we saw dozens upon dozens of little girls as a Disney Princess. Their smiles were priceless!!

My sis and I saw those dresses in a store at WDW and she nearly bought one for her niece-by-marriage, but couldn't remember her size. We both agreed that the Little Mermaid dress was the prettiest! :)

[hazwar]

:earsboy:
yippeeeeeeeeeee I got booked today for the MNSSHP for oct 22nd and I just cant wait, I am driving my Dh nuts by jumping up and down *** I am sooo excited and its still 4 months away
hazel

[jeleebeene]

Hey Hazwar, that is the night we are going...maybe we will see you there!!

[Maistre Gracey]

I just booked MNSSHP for the 31st! While I was on the phone, I also booked MVMCP for the 17th!

Now, about my costume?....

MG

[hazwar]

it would be really cool to see some people from the board there, I have just been a member for a short time but have gained some great advice and information
thanks everyone hazel

[judyfromkansas]

Originally posted by Maistre Gracey
I just booked MNSSHP for the 31st! While I was on the phone, I also booked MVMCP for the 17th!

Now, about my costume?....

MG

I wouldn't dress up as Mickey if I were you - otherwise you'd have squealing little kids - and their mommies - chasing you all over the park! ;)

OH, and, uh, given recent events, I'd forget Tigger too... :(

[t-roy]

Help -- I can't decide which night would be better, Tuesday the 12th (day after Columbus Day) or Thursday the 14th. Any suggestions?

[hygienejean]

We plan on going to MNSSHP early (around 4:30 or 5:00) on the 12th. My question is about Wishes for the regular park guests. do they do Wishes every night? Should we expect they will do it that night? If so where is a good place to see it? Since we will be arriving at a time when many regular park guests are leaving should we expect many of the rides to be easily available? Like betwwen 5:00 to 6:00. Any recommendations on what to see at that time? I know we will be coralled in Tomorrowland between 6:00 to 7:00 so I imagine anywhere but there(Tomorrowland) before that time???? thanks!:D

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by hygienejean
We plan on going to MNSSHP early (around 4:30 or 5:00) on the 12th. My question is about Wishes for the regular park guests. do they do Wishes every night? Should we expect they will do it that night? If so where is a good place to see it? Since we will be arriving at a time when many regular park guests are leaving should we expect many of the rides to be easily available? Like betwwen 5:00 to 6:00. Any recommendations on what to see at that time? I know we will be coralled in Tomorrowland between 6:00 to 7:00 so I imagine anywhere but there(Tomorrowland) before that time???? thanks!:D

Wishes will run just about every night in October BUT on MNSSHP nights there will only be the party fireworks shown. I went to MVMCP last year, not MNSSHP, and at MVMCP it was 'Wishes' at the party with Tinkerbell flying down instead of Rudolph who used to fly down at the parties (I did miss Rudolph :()...I would think that this year MNSSHP might also be 'Wishes' with maybe a Halloween twist. Remember that Wishes only started last Fall; October I believe.

So the only time you can catch Wishes are non-party nights or at the party at 9:15p IF they make it Wishes this year like they did MVMCPs last year.

I'd say do your favorite and popular rides between 5:00 and 6:00!

[princess lovers mom]

do they do Wishes every night? Should we expect they will do it that night?

the fireworks at MNSSHP it definately not the same as WISHES...special for the night....very much worth it

Since we will be arriving at a time when many regular park guests are leaving should we expect many of the rides to be easily available? Like betwwen 5:00 to 6:00.

I would say that many of the guests that have to leave at 6 are going to be running around trying to get on everything as many times as possible before they have to leave...just walk around and watch then..the lines are so much less during the party..many walk right on later in the evening

[lillygator]

I have a couple questions,
we are planning a trip 10/27-10/30 attending MNSSHP on 10/28.
Friday evening we will be celebrating DD's birthday at 1900 Park Fare (I think) and a wishes cruise.
Will the wishes cruises still run on MNSSHP nights? Does anyone know an approx time?
I know they can't be booked until the 90 day window but I am trying to get all the family on the same page as far as trip info goes.
I am going to order my tickets either tonight or tomorrow after talking with all the family.


Now if I can only decide where to stay.

[Baloo]

Will the wishes cruises still run on MNSSHP nights? Does anyone know an approx time?

I don't know for sure if there will be a Wishes cruise that night but when you order your MNSSHP tickets ask.The CM should be able to come up with an answer for you.The fireworrks during MNSSHP that night go off at 9:15pm.

[vikingfans]

Lillygator!!! Finally someone else who is going on the 28th like me!!!

Baloo!! Thank you for this wonderful thread!! I have learned so many things!! I've made my PS at LTT, but the only time I could get was 7pm. I hope this is not too late.

I have my tickets to the party, I have Mickey, Donald and Goofy! I'm so excited!

Thanks for all the great costume ideas too! I'm going to get lots of use for my costume, because we are going on the 10/30 Magic Eastern cruise too!!

I hope to meet others from this board there too!

[beattyfamily]

Originally posted by vikingfans
I've made my PS at LTT, but the only time I could get was 7pm. I hope this is not too late.


IMHO, that is pretty late...you will miss at least an hour of the party.

Most people eating at sit down restaurants are timing it so they are done before 7:00p so they can get the most out of the party.

IMHO.

[LuvTigger]

You guys have made me so excited about this!!! I booked about a week ago (DU booked for me since I'm using them for hotel ressies - thanks Cathy!). BF and I really aren't Halloween people, we usually just stay home and pass out candy, but we definitely are Disney people, so we just had to experience this! Esp. since we loved MVMCP a few years back.

Are there many adults-only attendees, or do most have children?

I am also going on 10/28, and I asked DU to book me the earliest PS available at LTT, which turned out to be 5:50. Hopefully we'll get done in time to enjoy the beginning of the party!

Woo hoo, looking forward to this!!!

Btw, are the party shirts only available during the party, or do you think we'll be able to get them earlier in the day, or even a day or two earlier? Just don't want to have to carry an extra shirt around if we have to change, though I may just wear this really bright orange pooh/tigger shirt I have already (but I'd like to get something for BF).

[vikingfans]

After reading all these posts (at work, ssshhh don't tell the boss!!) I came home a looked at the back of my tickets, and guess what!! They were for the wrong date! I can't believe it!!!

I will be calling in the morning to straighten all of this out!!

Again, Thank you Baloo for this thread, It's been a godsend!!

[DisneyDianne]

I just want to make sure I have this right? You do not have to use a hopper pass along with the ticket? And is that the same for the Christmas Party at the MK also?

Thanks, DisneyDianne:earsboy: :earsgirl:

[MarieS]

We are planning our first ever trip to WDW and are trying to decide which day would be best to got to MNSSHP. We are staying a week and will have 5 day park hoppers. We have two DS ages 6 and 12. both with special needs.They can't do many rides so that isn't a big consideration for us. We can go to the party either Sunday the 24th or Tuesday the 26th. Any opinions?
Sunday is EE for MK so if we go then, we will need to leave the park for a long afternoon rest break. Would this be do-able?
Or would it be less crowded on Tues? Thanks!
Marie