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"Official" 2016 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Trick or Treat Fun
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garthbarth1
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We got in line for Jack at 7:15 and waited about 20 minutes
Cluelyss
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Great news! How crowded was your party?We got in line for Jack at 7:15 and waited about 20 minutes
garthbarth1
HALLOWEENLOVER
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HI All! We were at the Party this past Sunday Oct 2. This was our 10th Halloween party, so we feel a little bit like professionals hahahah!!
Ok...here is the low down on our experience!
Entered the park at 3:50 (stayed at the resort all day hanging out and packing bc the ME was picking us up at 5:15 the next morning. Ouch!)
Entered the park, got our wristbands right away. (Side note, there was a separate line to enter for halloween party goers only. There was a guy holding a sign directing people that way.) I wondered how they know people are there for the party who were getting wrist bands? it makes me wonder why you don't have to show your ticket again? I have never gotten them other than at the front, so maybe it's different at the distribution areas around the park. Couldn't people just exit under the train station who were already in with only park admission, get in line, get a wristband, and go to the party?
Anyway...was going to head straight to the candy station behind the bypass, but it was lightning, so they moved it to under the train station. Went right to the SOMK line and got the card. Ask the guy passing them out, "How are you?" His response: "Ready to go home, Ive been here since 7." That was less than magical, but oh well! We then headed to the train station, got our bags, and the prepackaged candy in the ziplock bags. Yummy! Headed over to the Emporium where I got my 45th Anniversary Fleece. Love it-BTW! There were already selling Halloween party Merchandise at the Emporium, but there was a small line that you had to show your ticket to in order to get into the line to even look. I decided to pass on the shirts as I didn't love the print, and preferred a long sleeve T anyhow. All I saw at the Emporium were shirts, and Magic Bands. (two different sections). I have the MB from the first year they released them for the Halloween party, and its good for 5 years, so I wasn't buying another. (Side note, on the rides you have FP for, when you use the Halloween Band, it shows up green/orange/purple, not just green-FANCY! CM always comment on it!
After this, it was still lightly raining, so we headed to Pirates. Rode that, then used our FP for Mine Train and Jungle Cruise. We were running a bit behind bc the rides were shut down earlier bc of lightening. Our FP had expired for Jungle Cruise, but they let us use it anyway bc it was closed during our window. After JC, we headed to Pecos Bills for dinner. This was around 6:30. Had a great dinner...Nachos were so good and the toppings bar was awesome!!!! (Cheese, Sour Cream, Jalapeño, two types of salsa, Guacamole) Yum. While we were eating a CM came over to people in there checking for magic bands, and letting them know they needed to leave at 7 unless they had a party ticket. After this it was 7 and party time! We headed to the candy station at Pirates, then got in line for Jack Sparrow about 7:15. We waited for about 20 minutes-got our photos and had great interaction with him! (he told me if it didn't work out with my husband i know where to find him lol).
We hit Candy stations at Tiki Room and Jungle Cruise. We headed to watch the first parade and I got spots outside the cut though from Adventure land. We were the second people behind the rope and this was at 8pm. We usually watch both parades bc we love it so much!! There was lightening in the back ground so we were a tad bit worried. Luckily the parade went!! Started off with the HH who was amazing!!! He rode slowly the time so we got a great look at him. Two people got into a bit of an altercation over space right before the parade started. A poor CM kept trying to keep people in the lines on the side of the cut though tunnel as it was an emergency exit for parade cast. He had to tell one lady he would call security and have her escorted out of the park -im not sure the circumstances but she said one guy pushed her? Anyway...parade was awesome as usual!! After that we headed to the treat stations at Tom Sawyer/Splash Mountain. Was going to ride HM, but the line was 40 minutes. (this seems to be the case after the 1st parade) So, we made our way over to Fantasy Land. Grabbed a photo by VOLM, but it wasnt a magic shot. We then saw the line for the hitchhiking ghost shot, but we passed bc we have if from another year. I stopped into Storybook Circus to get the Halloween party pin, and the line was about 20 minutes long. Saw lines for 7D and Mickey Group....seemed long but not ridiculously long. Grabbed the HH pin, and we did all the candy stations in that area. Fantasyland was PACKED! Most crowded area of the park. PP was about 30 minutes. We then made our way behind the train station to Tomorrow Land. Hit all the candy stops there, SM was only 15 minute wait. We finished all the candy, then went to the ice cream shop for a cookie sandwich. This was about 10:05. Line was less than 10 minutes! Grabbed the sandwich, and husband went to sit outside the Plaza to eat it. I walked onto main street and stood right outside the plaza for a great view of Hallowishes!! After the fireworks, we got the poison apple shot in front of the castle with no wait Yay! Then we got in line for Mickey! He was about 25 minutes. Got out photo, and then went for the HH shot. Only three families in front of us (This was about 11 pm) Got the shot, DH grabbed some popcorn-one last bucket refill! I went to the Confectionery to cash in the last few snack credits (Caramel apples and Mickey Rice Krispy Treats). We watched the parade from outside the confectionary (It was very low crowds) and then we called it a night!
Overall impression:
Since this was our 10th party, we just go to enjoy the atmosphere. The years we tried to do rides, candy, parade and fireworks were just to stressful. So, we do what we can! We aren't really Character people, but decided this year to change it up a bit and since the lines seemed manageable, we thought why not? I love Jack Sparrow...and well, Mickey! You know! In years past they had the pins throughout different locations at the park, so there was little time trying to locate them. Now with it only being in one place, it seems to eat up party time waiting in lines. Candy station seemed to be less this year. Gone are the days (even from last year) were the "Trails" had 4 + stations. The most one trail had was two. And no werthers which is strange bc they are a sponsor? Also, the candy is good quality, but only mars brands. I miss the large variety blend they had up until this year (Reeses PB Cups, butter finger, baby ruth, twizzlers, candy corn, MMS, now & laters, starburst, sour patch kids, peanut chews, hershey miniatures, smarties) etc. It was a HUGE variety (Goofys Candy Company) We love the party, but it was at the end of our trip, and we were tired. Normally there was no way we would miss going on HM. We didn't want to wait 40 minutes, so we were going to go back to it. But the amount of effort it would have taken to get all the way back there was less then what we had in us!! We saw some costumes, but it only seemed like 30 percent of the people were dressed up. We love the party, and go every year, but may try and make in sooner in our trip so we weren't so tired. The other choice was Friday night, but that seems like it may be more crowded. Anyway, we had a great time, despite us being exhausted! Fantasyland was the most crowded, otherwise it did not seem overly crowded to me. Not a lot of people in TL at all! Especially since we got parade spots at 8 pm, and a great viewing area for Hallowishes right before it started
Ok...here is the low down on our experience!
Entered the park at 3:50 (stayed at the resort all day hanging out and packing bc the ME was picking us up at 5:15 the next morning. Ouch!)
Entered the park, got our wristbands right away. (Side note, there was a separate line to enter for halloween party goers only. There was a guy holding a sign directing people that way.) I wondered how they know people are there for the party who were getting wrist bands? it makes me wonder why you don't have to show your ticket again? I have never gotten them other than at the front, so maybe it's different at the distribution areas around the park. Couldn't people just exit under the train station who were already in with only park admission, get in line, get a wristband, and go to the party?
Anyway...was going to head straight to the candy station behind the bypass, but it was lightning, so they moved it to under the train station. Went right to the SOMK line and got the card. Ask the guy passing them out, "How are you?" His response: "Ready to go home, Ive been here since 7." That was less than magical, but oh well! We then headed to the train station, got our bags, and the prepackaged candy in the ziplock bags. Yummy! Headed over to the Emporium where I got my 45th Anniversary Fleece. Love it-BTW! There were already selling Halloween party Merchandise at the Emporium, but there was a small line that you had to show your ticket to in order to get into the line to even look. I decided to pass on the shirts as I didn't love the print, and preferred a long sleeve T anyhow. All I saw at the Emporium were shirts, and Magic Bands. (two different sections). I have the MB from the first year they released them for the Halloween party, and its good for 5 years, so I wasn't buying another. (Side note, on the rides you have FP for, when you use the Halloween Band, it shows up green/orange/purple, not just green-FANCY! CM always comment on it!
After this, it was still lightly raining, so we headed to Pirates. Rode that, then used our FP for Mine Train and Jungle Cruise. We were running a bit behind bc the rides were shut down earlier bc of lightening. Our FP had expired for Jungle Cruise, but they let us use it anyway bc it was closed during our window. After JC, we headed to Pecos Bills for dinner. This was around 6:30. Had a great dinner...Nachos were so good and the toppings bar was awesome!!!! (Cheese, Sour Cream, Jalapeño, two types of salsa, Guacamole) Yum. While we were eating a CM came over to people in there checking for magic bands, and letting them know they needed to leave at 7 unless they had a party ticket. After this it was 7 and party time! We headed to the candy station at Pirates, then got in line for Jack Sparrow about 7:15. We waited for about 20 minutes-got our photos and had great interaction with him! (he told me if it didn't work out with my husband i know where to find him lol).
We hit Candy stations at Tiki Room and Jungle Cruise. We headed to watch the first parade and I got spots outside the cut though from Adventure land. We were the second people behind the rope and this was at 8pm. We usually watch both parades bc we love it so much!! There was lightening in the back ground so we were a tad bit worried. Luckily the parade went!! Started off with the HH who was amazing!!! He rode slowly the time so we got a great look at him. Two people got into a bit of an altercation over space right before the parade started. A poor CM kept trying to keep people in the lines on the side of the cut though tunnel as it was an emergency exit for parade cast. He had to tell one lady he would call security and have her escorted out of the park -im not sure the circumstances but she said one guy pushed her? Anyway...parade was awesome as usual!! After that we headed to the treat stations at Tom Sawyer/Splash Mountain. Was going to ride HM, but the line was 40 minutes. (this seems to be the case after the 1st parade) So, we made our way over to Fantasy Land. Grabbed a photo by VOLM, but it wasnt a magic shot. We then saw the line for the hitchhiking ghost shot, but we passed bc we have if from another year. I stopped into Storybook Circus to get the Halloween party pin, and the line was about 20 minutes long. Saw lines for 7D and Mickey Group....seemed long but not ridiculously long. Grabbed the HH pin, and we did all the candy stations in that area. Fantasyland was PACKED! Most crowded area of the park. PP was about 30 minutes. We then made our way behind the train station to Tomorrow Land. Hit all the candy stops there, SM was only 15 minute wait. We finished all the candy, then went to the ice cream shop for a cookie sandwich. This was about 10:05. Line was less than 10 minutes! Grabbed the sandwich, and husband went to sit outside the Plaza to eat it. I walked onto main street and stood right outside the plaza for a great view of Hallowishes!! After the fireworks, we got the poison apple shot in front of the castle with no wait
Yay! Then we got in line for Mickey! He was about 25 minutes. Got out photo, and then went for the HH shot. Only three families in front of us (This was about 11 pm) Got the shot, DH grabbed some popcorn-one last bucket refill! I went to the Confectionery to cash in the last few snack credits (Caramel apples and Mickey Rice Krispy Treats). We watched the parade from outside the confectionary (It was very low crowds) and then we called it a night!Overall impression:
Since this was our 10th party, we just go to enjoy the atmosphere. The years we tried to do rides, candy, parade and fireworks were just to stressful. So, we do what we can! We aren't really Character people, but decided this year to change it up a bit and since the lines seemed manageable, we thought why not? I love Jack Sparrow...and well, Mickey! You know! In years past they had the pins throughout different locations at the park, so there was little time trying to locate them. Now with it only being in one place, it seems to eat up party time waiting in lines. Candy station seemed to be less this year. Gone are the days (even from last year) were the "Trails" had 4 + stations. The most one trail had was two. And no werthers which is strange bc they are a sponsor? Also, the candy is good quality, but only mars brands. I miss the large variety blend they had up until this year (Reeses PB Cups, butter finger, baby ruth, twizzlers, candy corn, MMS, now & laters, starburst, sour patch kids, peanut chews, hershey miniatures, smarties) etc. It was a HUGE variety (Goofys Candy Company) We love the party, but it was at the end of our trip, and we were tired. Normally there was no way we would miss going on HM. We didn't want to wait 40 minutes, so we were going to go back to it. But the amount of effort it would have taken to get all the way back there was less then what we had in us!! We saw some costumes, but it only seemed like 30 percent of the people were dressed up. We love the party, and go every year, but may try and make in sooner in our trip so we weren't so tired. The other choice was Friday night, but that seems like it may be more crowded. Anyway, we had a great time, despite us being exhausted! Fantasyland was the most crowded, otherwise it did not seem overly crowded to me. Not a lot of people in TL at all! Especially since we got parade spots at 8 pm, and a great viewing area for Hallowishes right before it started
squirrelsquad
Earning My Ears
- Joined
- Aug 9, 2015
It's currently raining at AKL, so my SO decided not to wear his costume tonight. I am quite bummed. I haven't decided whether I will dress up alone as Rapunzel or just wear some rain appropriate running shorts and cancel my FP to meet Rapunzel. We are already not planning to show up until around 5 because of the weather right now.
Veronique
Mouseketeer
- Joined
- Jul 18, 2016
Here tonight. We were at gate around 4:05, got our sotmk cards and went straight to jack & sally. We were fourth family in line and they were out at 5 PM. We went to the 7 dwarfs and at 5:20 are maybe the 12 or 13 group. Sun is out after a terrible rain.
Ericthered
Earning My Ears
- Joined
- Mar 23, 2013
We met Jack Sparrow after the fireworks and waited in line about 20 minutes on Oct 2.
FoxC63
DIS Veteran
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- Jun 19, 2016
What an impressive list! I hope we're that lucky! I also forgot to ask if you took any magic shots and what was your hands down favorite costume at the parties?
alisonslp
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Sep 2, 2008
We also have the oct 6th tickets. getting very worried. We are only there for a long weekend. We could do a sunday night if they offer it to us but hearing that those have been extra busy due to rainouts during the week, I am not sure it is worth it. i don't mind showers but I don't want to have to deal with all night downpours and wind.
as for the state of emergency, it is standard protocol so that they can begin to mobile extra utility crews. We live in NC and the gov called for a state of emergency either Sun or Mon b/c it allows the farmers to work overtime and put more farm equipment on the roads so they can harvest before the bad weather hits. People usually think of SOE's callings as warnings for the general population but it encompasses so much more.
alisonslp
DIS Veteran
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- Sep 2, 2008
When we went a couple years ago, we only did a few meet and greets. We really wanted the dwarfs but the line was so long. Does anyone know if the lines continue to be long the whole night or if the calm down after the first couple of hours? I mean in general, not just for the dwarfs
JoeATC
Mouseketeer
- Joined
- Oct 22, 2011
When we went to the party on 9/22 we arrived about 5:25 at the 7 Dwarfs tent and were about 2 1/2 rows from the front. It was pretty stifling standing in line as there was no air movement. After about 20 minutes my wife felt like she was going to pass out (she's diabetic) so we bailed out of line and headed to Cosmic Rays for some R&R. We went back later around 11:20 and it only took us about 20-25 minutes to get through the line, plus the air temp was much improved.... for Florida anyway.
Tia1977
My Happy Place
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- May 31, 2014
Sorry if it's been asked before, but where exactly in the Big Top Circus area does Cruella meet? If there's no line yet, how do we know where to line up? We'll be at Big Top soon after 5 anyway to get pins. We're gonna kill time in the area afterwards by me running to get CS food and bringing it back. We really want to be 1st (or close to it) to meet her when she comes out, then speed off. She's our only "longer line" person we're meeting for the night
OhioStateBuckeye
DIS Veteran
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- Sep 7, 2007
Sorry if it's been asked before, but where exactly in the Big Top Circus area does Cruella meet? If there's no line yet, how do we know where to line up? We'll be at Big Top soon after 5 anyway to get pins. We're gonna kill time in the area afterwards by me running to get CS food and bringing it back. We really want to be 1st (or close to it) to meet her when she comes out, then speed off. She's our only "longer line" person we're meeting for the night
Her line formed this Sunday at 6:15. We were the third group. It didn't grow beyond 7 groups until about 640.
Her line forms to the left of the train station queue, on the opposite side of that train station building. It extends along the ramp leading down there.
skuttle
DIS Veteran
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I unfortunately realized there is no party Sunday. It was moved to Monday because of the last run of the electrical parade is Sunday.
. Latest forecasts show it slowing down. Maybe it'll slow down enough to squeeze in Thursday night. (Fingers crossed!!)
beesly
DIS Veteran
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- Sep 8, 2011
I think it happens periodically but I don't know if there's a set schedule. We stopped by the dance party around 10:30 and they were mixed in with the crowd. We stayed for 5-10 minutes and then as we were leaving, they did a candy conga line (at the end of it, each kid got a lollipop) and then lined up to do their own dance together like your kids saw in the video.
smitch425
DIS Veteran
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- Mar 18, 2011
It's not because of the parade. They skip the Sunday of Columbus weekend in favor of a Monday party.I unfortunately realized there is no party Sunday. It was moved to Monday because of the last run of the electrical parade is Sunday.
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