Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[jpeterson]

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Returns in August; Tickets On Sale This May
The Disney Parks Halfway to Halloween Celebration continues and now we have big news to share about the biggest Halloween event at Walt Disney World! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will return to Magic Kingdom Park on select nights starting August 11 – November 1! Tickets will go on sale starting May 2.

Ooh, I have a trip that overlaps with the start of the parties this year.

 

[TikiRob]

It's Taylor Swift/Ticketmaster-esque

Having accomplished both an AP this morning and Taylor Swift tickets, the AP was WAAAAY easier!

 

[Smugpugmug]

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Cabins are Becoming DVC Properties

The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resortare becoming the next Disney Vacation Club property at Walt Disney World Resort . The current cabins at the resort will be torn down and rebuilt as refreshed hideaways. This project between Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Vacation Club is part of the overall refreshment of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and is projected to open in 2024. There will be no impact on the campground sites at the resort, but the cabins will close in phases as the project begins.
More than 350 new cabins will replace the existing cabins nestled across the 750 acres of scenic woodlands. The cabins will be built with an eye toward the environment. That means utilizing the footprint of the existing cabins instead of developing more land and taking advantage of more energy-efficient features. Each proposed, stand-alone cabin offers spacious accommodations, sleeping up to six adults, and features a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and private patio. Expect them to feel very similar in layout, but refreshed. A select number of cabins are also expected to be dog-friendly.

I don't think anyone had "The cabins at Fort Wilderness are becoming DVC rooms" on their bingo chart today.

 

[TikiRob]

I don't think anyone had "The cabins at Fort Wilderness are becoming DVC rooms" on their bingo chart today.

I have many questions!

 

[Geomom]

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[Smugpugmug]

I have many questions!

What can be guaranteed though.....resale restrictions galore!

 

[HokieRaven5]

I don't see anything official about this... may still be in the rumor category, just a couple click bait websites picking it up right now.

It’s not a rumor. Craig of the Dis is the one who posted the story I shared here. Multiple media backed outlets who confirm with Disney before posting anything are also sharing it.

 

[HokieRaven5]

I have many questions!

Basically says to me they scrapped Reflections and this is their new plan.

 

[Brocktoon]

I have many questions!

I don't think anyone had "The cabins at Fort Wilderness are becoming DVC rooms" on their bingo chart today.

As a Fort camping guest for decades ... my initial impression is that this is just an 'odd' decision and what the heck are the long term plans for the campsites?

 

[HokieRaven5]

TRON Lightcycle Run to Utilize Virtual Queue During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

 

[HokieRaven5]

Nvm..

 

[Just654]

Updating this, the queue is no longer active and APs can readily be purchased online without a wait. At this time all passes are still available.

That is not correct. I am still in the queue on this computer. I then went to my Ipad and started a new purchase for APs and got sent into the Queue

 

[HokieRaven5]

That is not correct. I am still in the queue on this computer. I then went to my Ipad and started a new purchase for APs and got sent into the Queue

Interesting, I checked it multiple times and got through without getting placed in the queue

 

[firefly_ris]

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Cabins are Becoming DVC Properties

The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resortare becoming the next Disney Vacation Club property at Walt Disney World Resort . The current cabins at the resort will be torn down and rebuilt as refreshed hideaways. This project between Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Vacation Club is part of the overall refreshment of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and is projected to open in 2024. There will be no impact on the campground sites at the resort, but the cabins will close in phases as the project begins.
More than 350 new cabins will replace the existing cabins nestled across the 750 acres of scenic woodlands. The cabins will be built with an eye toward the environment. That means utilizing the footprint of the existing cabins instead of developing more land and taking advantage of more energy-efficient features. Each proposed, stand-alone cabin offers spacious accommodations, sleeping up to six adults, and features a bedroom, bathroom, living room, full kitchen, and private patio. Expect them to feel very similar in layout, but refreshed. A select number of cabins are also expected to be dog-friendly.

Don't know how I feel about DVC encroaching on the Fort now too. My first reaction is a sad one though. This plus the Poly building.... bleh. Maybe I will be pleasantly surprised.

 

[SkyGuy]

From the Disney Parks Blog:

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Returns to Walt Disney World with EERIE-sistible Tricks and Treats!

It’s Halfway to Halloween here at Walt Disney World Resort and, in celebration of the wicked occasion, I’m excited to share that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will return to Magic Kingdom Park late this summer and will run through this fall. Get ready for a spooktacular celebration with plenty of tricks and treats when the series of parties kicks off August 11.

With spellbinding entertainment, favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best and more, celebrate the most haunting time of the year at Walt Disney World Resort. This limited-capacity, nighttime event starts at 7 p.m. and allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, themed food and beverage and more. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting April 27, and tickets will be available to all guests starting May 2. The event dates are:

• August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
• September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29
• October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31
• November: 1

In honor of #HalfwayToHalloween, check out some of the most ghoulish moments to look forward to when this guest-favorite event returns.

Watch a Ghostly Promenade with “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade” ​

It’s good to be bad, and your favorite Disney villains are back to stride down Main Street, U.S.A., alongside Disney heroes, the iconic Haunted Mansion graveyard diggers and other favorite characters. You may even spot some ghoulish new faces this year.

Get the Party Startled With “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular”​

Jack-o-lanterns aren’t the only ‘Jack’ at Walt Disney World this Halloween! The Pumpkin King, a.k.a. Jack Skellington, will once again host the must-see nighttime spectacular, “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular.” Featuring projections, special effects and lighting paired with fireworks, music and iconic Disney characters, you won’t want to miss this!

Trick-or-Treat Yourself to Candy and Sweets​

M&M’S, SKITTLES, and SNICKERS, OH MY! Guests can satisfy their sweet tooth at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party by stopping by trick-or-treating locations throughout Magic Kingdom Park.

See a Spellbinding Spectacle With the Sanderson Sisters ​

The Sanderson Sisters, stars of the iconic “Hocus Pocus” films, will unite for an adventure and call on their comrades to summon the ultimate “Hocus Pocus” Party Potion during the “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” stage show at Cinderella Castle.

Also during the party, you may have the opportunity to experience some of your favorite attractions including Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the newly opened TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise. TRON Lightcycle / Run will use a virtual queue* during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, allowing guests to enjoy all the festivities while they wait to enter the Grid. Stay tuned for more details!

You won’t want to miss the hair-raising happenings at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year, so be sure to get your tickets. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting April 27, and tickets will be available to all guests starting May 2. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more exciting details about all the scream-worthy surprises in store as Disney Parks celebrate #HalfwayToHalloween.

I’ve never been at WDW during MNSSHP with people who weren’t APs. This year I have a trip in September with my nephew’s family (nephew, wife, 5, and 3). Can I purchase tickets for them with my AP discount or do I need to purchase my two APs and theirs at regular $?)

 

[jpeterson]

I don't see anything official about this... may still be in the rumor category, just a couple click bait websites picking it up right now.

I got an email from Disney Destination Travel News (the official Disney Travel Agent newsletter) about this today. It's official.

 

[rangerxenos]

It's Taylor Swift/Ticketmaster-esque

Yeah, but it's nothing new for Disney; the Taylor Swift thing was a surprise to some people. (I assume it was, that's nowhere near my era of music.)

 

[NJlauren]

I’ve never been at WDW during MNSSHP with people who weren’t APs. This year I have a trip in September with my nephew’s family (nephew, wife, 5, and 3). Can I purchase tickets for them with my AP discount or do I need to purchase my two APs and theirs at regular $?)

I purchased my whole families tickets with the AP discount and I was the only one with an AP. (6 tickets total)

 

[HokieRaven5]

If Disney could go ahead and tell us when the Hatbox Ghost is officially coming to WDW’s Haunted Mansion during this Halfway to Halloween information dump, that would be appreciated.

 

[HokieRaven5]

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