DIS 20th Anniversary Event - Official Info

[parkgoer]

I'm more of a lurker than a poster but I listen to every podcast episode. Really excited about this!

 

[Accident]

@WebmasterJohn does the team need any help prepping for this event? I wouldn't mind volunteering to lend a hand.

 

[WebmasterJohn]

does the team need any help prepping for this event? I wouldn't mind volunteering to lend a hand.

Thanks for the offer.

As of right no we seem to have everything under control and covered but I will let you know if we need help.

If anyone else would be interested in helping what I will do is post on the boards when/where we need so no need to write to me and say you can help too just yet.

 

[suomyno]

After much back-and-forthing about the cost, my partner and I decided to take the plunge. This morning we got everything in line except flights for a short but sweet visit for the Epcot party.

 

[MK2010]

How do you know what rooms are still available at the discounted rate?

 

[Brian Tanhauser]

I booked today for the event and the party. Considering we were just there in February, my wife is letting me do a solo trip to see Pandora and attend the event! She's pretty cool

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I booked today for the event and the party. So stoked!

that might be the best first post in the history of the DIS - congrats!

 

[Brian Tanhauser]

that might be the best first post in the history of the DIS - congrats!

Yeah I'm more of a looker, but can't really contain my excitement for this!

 

[rteetz]

After being on hold for almost 30 minutes I finally got my park tickets!

 

[katmu]

I hope this isn't a silly question, but will there be Disney bus service available after the Epcot event on 6/1, or will we need to get a taxi/Uber to get back to our hotel?

 

[rteetz]

I hope this isn't a silly question, but will there be Disney bus service available after the Epcot event on 6/1, or will we need to get a taxi/Uber to get back to our hotel?

I believe John has said once they get some numbers they will look into transportation options for people to get back to their resorts.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I hope this isn't a silly question, but will there be Disney bus service available after the Epcot event on 6/1, or will we need to get a taxi/Uber to get back to our hotel?

I believe John has said once they get some numbers they will look into transportation options for people to get back to their resorts.

Yup - was just looking for the actual quote and finally found it:

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Once we see how many people are signed up and what resorts are represented we will make a decision and announcement on possible transportation.

In a separate post John also said he has inquired if they can open up the International Gateway exit for people to leave that way for those staying at the Boardwalk area resorts (as of that post he hadn't heard back yet)

 

[katmu]

Yup - was just looking for the actual quote and finally found it:



In a separate post John also said he has inquired if they can open up the International Gateway exit for people to leave that way for those staying at the Boardwalk area resorts (as of that post he hadn't heard back yet)

Thanks. I did a search on this thread but wasn't finding what I was looking for.

 

[AngiTN]

I am not sure if it matters with the transportation following the event on 6/1 but figured I'd let someone know, when I signed up for everything I put that we were staying at YC. We are actually going to CBR instead. I had reservations for both, while waiting to see what our Universal portion would run us. They released their AP rates and we are going to go ahead and save a bit at Disney and get ourselves a Despicable Me room at PB

We don't have problems with taking Uber/Lyft back so if the bus thing doesn't work out we will do that.

 

[Capwkidd]

Just FYI, if you have a Disneyland AP, the cost of upgrading to the Premier pass (which gets you into both CA and FL parks with no black out dates) might be cheaper than the cost for a few days park tickets, good to check...

 

[Capwkidd]

I am not sure if it matters with the transportation following the event on 6/1 but figured I'd let someone know, when I signed up for everything I put that we were staying at YC. We are actually going to CBR instead. I had reservations for both, while waiting to see what our Universal portion would run us. They released their AP rates and we are going to go ahead and save a bit at Disney and get ourselves a Despicable Me room at PB

We don't have problems with taking Uber/Lyft back so if the bus thing doesn't work out we will do that.

I have a reservation at French Quater, Cabana Bay and Sapphire Falls... with the AK EMH, it's looking like Disney will get me to stay on site.... Even though Sapphire Falls is much nicer than most Disney Resorts...

 

[GAN]

Just wondering if photopass/memory maker photographers will be at the event? I'm debating an AP and that might be enough to sway me.

 

[jcb]

Just wondering if photopass/memory maker photographers will be at the event? I'm debating an AP and that might be enough to sway me.

They haven't been at past events. Several of us are joined at the hip with our DSLRs and while I can't speak for all, I'll be happy to take photos if you can catch me. Just give me an email address.

Now, I will say that having memory maker with my AP is a very nice feature.

 

[GAN]

They haven't been at past events. Several of us are joined at the hip with our DSLRs and while I can't speak for all, I'll be happy to take photos if you can catch me. Just give me an email address.

Now, I will say that having memory maker with my AP is a very nice feature.

Thank you, Jack. It would be great to have some photos, not necessarily of myself, but of the event in general. But I will take you up on your offer and I'll look for you in the crowd!

As far as MM goes, I have a 6-day hopper now that would cost $149 or so to add MM. I should be able to upgrade to a DVC AP for less than that -maybe $130 or so ...it sounds like a no-brainer so I should just go with the AP.

Off-topic slightly ...do I need to use the 6-day hopper before upgrading or can I go to guest services my first day before entering a Park and have it upgraded?

 

[jcb]

Off-topic slightly ...do I need to use the 6-day hopper before upgrading or can I go to guest services my first day before entering a Park and have it upgraded?

Conventional wisdom was to use the ticket and then upgrade it to an AP. I suggest you review this thread https://www.disboards.com/threads/all-about-tickets-at-wdw.3570721/ to see if that is still the best advice. I am not sure it matters if you both the 6-day hopper from WDW without a discount. It might matter if you bought the tickets at a discount.