**Disney After Hours - Magic Kingdom** FAQ & Discussion Thread

[mekay1012]

Will the Villains after hours have the same attractions/characters available as the regular after hours? We are hoping to meet Mickey/Minnie, the princesses, and Tink at the after hours event.

 

[Lb2018]

We’re booking a trip for May 2020. It’s a shorter one and I’m trying to decide on the best days. Considering moving to a thur-sun schedule because we’d really like to do the after hours event at magic kingdom. Anyone have thoughts on whether we can expect the Thursday night offering to stay that way through this time next year?

 

[Candycane83]

Went last night 5/23.

My fourth DAH (1/18, 3/18 and 9/18).

This was probly slower than the rest. Park seemed to clear out earlier too. Essentially once HEA started most of the lower tier rides became walk on from that point forward.

I think May is good for a few reasons. It’s that period right before summer break and it’s hot enough that by the time the party starts people are absolutely miserable and ready to exit in droves after the fireworks.

I will say there were people on rides that didn’t have bands on. It really was inconsequential because the rides were like under the sea and teacups. I think many people truly don’t know the park is closed even though I am sure there are a few attempting to be deceptive.

We got in the park shortly after 7. We did everything my kids wanted to do before 1. I think the final list from about 7:15-12:30 was:

Btmrr x 2
Splash mountain
Peter Pan
Under the sea
Meet aerial
Carousel
IASW
Pooh x 2
Teacups x 2
7dmt x 2
Meet Cinderella and Elena
Dumbo
Barnstormer x 2
Astro Orbiter
Buzz
Meet tinkerbell
Meet Mickey and Minnie.

Left before 1am

Kids don’t like HM or pirates. Scardy cats (5&3)

Overall great trip. Added a second night so we were able to sleep in the following day, take it easy and do some leisure pool/resort stuff.

Ended tonight at the poly watching fireworks. Had a real nice family take this picture. As we were leaving they asked if we wanted the picture and they texted it to me. Better than PhotoPass!

Awesome report! Thanks! Going with my 5 year old! How I wish he would like coasters by then! Lol!

 

[angelinaxox]

I have a question for the Villains after hours. Not sure if this has been explained more somewhere in the thread, but what exactly does dressing in "attire inspired by your favorite baddie mean"? What are people planning to wear this? Is this more of a costume thing or just wearing a shirt with a villain on it?

 

[KangaFan]

I have a question for the Villains after hours. Not sure if this has been explained more somewhere in the thread, but what exactly does dressing in "attire inspired by your favorite baddie mean"? What are people planning to wear this? Is this more of a costume thing or just wearing a shirt with a villain on it?

By no means an expert, but when we went to MNSSHP, there was a wide range from nothing to t-shirts to full, fuzzy zip up pajama costumes. I'm guessing that there might be more t-shirts than anything for this since it doesn't officially start until 10pm, but I guess we'll have to see what the June reports say . . .

 

[angelinaxox]

By no means an expert, but when we went to MNSSHP, there was a wide range from nothing to t-shirts to full, fuzzy zip up pajama costumes. I'm guessing that there might be more t-shirts than anything for this since it doesn't officially start until 10pm, but I guess we'll have to see what the June reports say . . .

Thanks for the reply! I wanted to make sure I am understanding the description correctly and not be over or under dressed for it.

 

[summerlvr]

I apologize in advance, I searched unsuccessfully What are the specialty beverages offer along with popcorn and ice cream? TIA

Bottled water, Coke, Diet Coke and Sprite

 

[smile145]

I apologize in advance, I searched unsuccessfully What are the specialty beverages offer along with popcorn and ice cream? TIA

If you are talking about DAH, it was a choice of bottled Dasani water, Coke, Diet Coke and Sprite. I don’t know about Villians.

 

[mommajo143]

By no means an expert, but when we went to MNSSHP, there was a wide range from nothing to t-shirts to full, fuzzy zip up pajama costumes. I'm guessing that there might be more t-shirts than anything for this since it doesn't officially start until 10pm, but I guess we'll have to see what the June reports say . . .

I’d expect the full range - but with the heat it’ll be interesting to see what people come up with ....

 

[KangaFan]

I’d expect the full range - but with the heat it’ll be interesting to see what people come up with ....

Lol! I’m not sure the heat will make a difference. It was really hot and humid when we went to MNSSHP at the beginning of October. I was sweating just looking at some folks dressed in fuzzy tigger and Pooh jammies.

 

[CyndiLooWho]

Hi all! Going on a girls' trip to Universal in August, and there is an MK DAH on our resort day (tea at the Grand Floridian and monorail riding). Seriously considering getting tickets for that night, since my sis has not been to Disney since the 90s. She opted for Harry Potter, but this would give us both.

ANYWAY, question about FP+. I see ppl making FP ressies for 7pm and later on their DAH day; can you do this if you only have the DAH and not a regular park ticket for that day? I would think so, but I know what they say about those who ASSume, and I don't want to plan on something that I can't follow thru with. Sis has given me free rein with the planning, since we do come to Orlando somewhat regularly, and have been many times since her last trip. We obviously won't be able to book until 30 dyas out, and may not find anything we want, but I would want to check to see what we can do.

TIA!

 

[dachsie]

Hi all! Going on a girls' trip to Universal in August, and there is an MK DAH on our resort day (tea at the Grand Floridian and monorail riding). Seriously considering getting tickets for that night, since my sis has not been to Disney since the 90s. She opted for Harry Potter, but this would give us both.

ANYWAY, question about FP+. I see ppl making FP ressies for 7pm and later on their DAH day; can you do this if you only have the DAH and not a regular park ticket for that day? I would think so, but I know what they say about those who ASSume, and I don't want to plan on something that I can't follow thru with. Sis has given me free rein with the planning, since we do come to Orlando somewhat regularly, and have been many times since her last trip. We obviously won't be able to book until 30 dyas out, and may not find anything we want, but I would want to check to see what we can do.

TIA!

Yes you can

 

[OtherFigment]

Anyone know if there's a Disney Visa discount for DAH? I'm guessing no since I havent seen it called out anywhere.

 

[CyndiLooWho]

re: FP+ before DAH

Yes you can

Thank you! I just wanted to know for sure.

 

[maui2k5]

So we are debating the cost to value for DAH villains is worth it for the 4 of us (me, wife, 2 daughters 8 & 10) when we are in WDW Aug 1-9. The cost would be nearly $600 which makes it a bit hard to swallow since we will be visiting MK 4x already (hop from or to during the trip).

Anyone else questioning the value when on a longer trip?

 

[mommajo143]

Exactly what’re I’m at on it. We will arrive 7/12 & fly hone 7/22. We are a party of 4 and don’t care about the villains Per Se... just have always really enjoyed nighttime touring of MK... the virtual elimination of late night EMH is really the only reason it’s under consideration .

 

[mommajo143]

Anyone know if there's a Disney Visa discount for DAH? I'm guessing no since I havent seen it called out anywhere.
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[KangaFan]

So we are debating the cost to value for DAH villains is worth it for the 4 of us (me, wife, 2 daughters 8 & 10) when we are in WDW Aug 1-9. The cost would be nearly $600 which makes it a bit hard to swallow since we will be visiting MK 4x already (hop from or to during the trip).

Anyone else questioning the value when on a longer trip?

We are going August 3-10. I actually cut one of our MK days once I booked this which is allowing us a 2nd day at Epcot since my sisters only have 5 day tickets. We did regular DAH last year and were able to accomplish so much that I didn't feel like we would even need a 2nd day if we did this. It is also allowing us 2 sleep in mornings which I know my teenage daughter and nieces will love!

 

[Iowamomof4]

Anyone know if there's a Disney Visa discount for DAH? I'm guessing no since I havent seen it called out anywhere.

Sorry, no.

 

[NatalieE]

I've looked for this question int he thread, but didn't see it. Does anyone know what time you can log in and buy tickets? Is it midnight? 6am like ADRs? 7am like fastpasses? Lol

I searched the thread for this answer also, but didn't see anything. I am sure someone on here will know what time these tickets open up.