we had the meal and the setting great the first time. but from then on we would wait in the free line to get in. had to be there at 3 pm to wait. a long wait and you sit in the back. music is wonderful you just don't get the snow flakes. there is also a line for the paid tickets again wait in line to get a good seat. since you are going at a prime time you might want to pay the first night then try for the free line later.