First Timers to MNSSHP!

[SoScary'09]

Another first-timer here! We'll be there 10/28-11/2 specifically to go to the party on Halloween night.

I've got a question about costumes. Is there like, a list of rules or anything anybody knows about as far as what kind of costumes aren't allowed into the party? I mean, from common sense aside: no weapons, probably masks that cover your face, skimpy outfits etc. Just wondering!

 

[tnmomof4]

For those who have been to a party before....

I was trying to guess at the dates for MNSSHP in September. I looked at last years dates, and it looks like for September they had the parties on every Friday and Tuesday, with one exception being the last Sunday of the month. Last year the first party was on September 5th, which was a Friday. I'm thinking that would mean that this year the first party would be on Friday, September 4th.

Can anybody remember if this is right? Are the MNSSHP only on Fridays and Tuesdays in September?

 

[mom2rtk]

We're also headed to the party for the first time this year. We've done the P & P party 3 times, MVMCP twice, but never MNSSHP. Last year I believe they announced MVMCP on May 1 and MNSSHP on April 1.

I sew costumes, and have made many a costume that went to the party, but none for myself. That makes it a hard time of year to get away, but this time we're just setting a date and working around it!

After doing the other parties, I am absolutely convinced you have to go twice to a party to even have a hope of doing all you want. It takes all night just to see the parade, stage show and fireworks. That doesn't leave much time for character pictures, trick or treating, etc.

We're just waiting for an announcement on the free dining plan so we can make our plans. I'm really hoping they do the last Sunday in September again so we can fit in 2 parties. It just drives me nuts to go and miss a bunch of things I planned on doing!

 

[WDWTigger72]

Another first-timer here! We'll be there 10/28-11/2 specifically to go to the party on Halloween night.
I've got a question about costumes. Is there like, a list of rules or anything anybody knows about as far as what kind of costumes aren't allowed into the party? I mean, from common sense aside: no weapons, probably masks that cover your face, skimpy outfits etc. Just wondering!

The following guidelines have been taken from a previous event, and Disney can always change them year after year. So, If your going to attend the event make sure you look at their guidelines either online or within the tickets they send you at home. If you purchase your tickets onsite I would use the guidelines below, although you should still be able to see the guidelines once tickets go on sale from the Disney World website.

Children are encouraged to attend the party in costume. FOR THE SAFETY OF YOUR CHILD AND OTHERS, PLEASE ADHERE TO THE GUIDELINES BELOW.

Halloween costumes should NOT:

• Obstruct the guest's view or interfere with their ability to board/unload from attractions and/or the Walt Disney World Resort transportation system (including monorails, ferry boats and motorcoaches).
• Drag on the ground.
• Contain sharp or pointed objects or material that may accidentally stike another guest.
• Be offensive to other guests.
• Contain any weapons which resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.

For those who have been to a party before....
I was trying to guess at the dates for MNSSHP in September. I looked at last years dates, and it looks like for September they had the parties on every Friday and Tuesday, with one exception being the last Sunday of the month. Last year the first party was on September 5th, which was a Friday. I'm thinking that would mean that this year the first party would be on Friday, September 4th.
Can anybody remember if this is right? Are the MNSSHP only on Fridays and Tuesdays in September?

I would probably agree with your analysis in normal years, but unfortunately nobody knows what scheduling decisions may be made regarding MNSSHP due to financial conditions. Disney has been cutting down quite a bit regarding number of shows per day/week, employees, etc. So, It will be pretty hard to know for sure what they may do, and it wouldn't suprise me if they cut down the MNSSHP schedule for this year. Here are some of the past dates I have found on the internet, and that is if they went forward with these dates in previous years since they are always subject to change:

2002 (7 Parties)
October 11, 17, 20, 25, 27, 31
November 1

2003 (10 Parties)
October 3, 5, 10, 14, 16, 19, 24, 26, 30, 31

2004 (13 Parties)
October 1, 3, 8, 12, 14, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 31

2005 (15 Parties)
September 30
October 2, 4, 7, 11, 13, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31

2006 (18 Parties)
September 15, 22, 29
October 2, 5, 6, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26, 27, 30 and 31

2007 (20 Parties)
September 14, 21, 28, 30
October 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30 and 31 (Update: Oops, Initially forgot 31st and a few dates)
November 2

2008 (25 Parties)
September 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 28, 30
October 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 16, 19, 21, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30 & 31

 

[tnmomof4]

Wow... that was interesting to read about the years and how many parties they had. Last year was the first year they started the parties so early in September. Last year was also the most parties they ever had.

 

[SoScary'09]

Thanks for the info WDWTigger72~ This helps^_^

It's also interesting to see the dates from previous years. I was beginning to wonder whether or not they would still do the party on a Sat. night for the 31st, but it looks like they've done Sunday nights as well in years past.

 

[mom2rtk]

Anyone know when they typically release party dates for the year??? It looks like they added a bunch of parties last year, and I'm curious to see if they cut back because of the economy. I want to book a trip very soon, but really am hoping to cover 2 party days.

 

[WDWTigger72]

They are typically announced in April with tickets going on sale in May...

 

[beattyfamily]

Keep on the look out here because last year tentative dates were already circulating in March. Sometimes they aren't completely accurate but most years they are.

The official dates were released just acouple of days before May 1, which is the day the tickets went on sale.

 

[december14disney]

We are headed down 9/26-10/3. We are SOOOO excited to do this party. We have been to MVMCP twice and actually got engaged there so we are one of the few who LOVE hard ticket events!
We are planning on doing the party earlier during that week--looking like 9/29.

 

[momtoBrandon&Jacob]

Did everyone see the new dates for 2009? Here they are:

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

September: 4, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 2009
October: 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31, 2009

Tickets go on sale May 1, 2009
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – midnight, Parade at 8:15 and 10:30, Fireworks at 9:30

 

[NMK62303]

Yippee! I can't wait! Hope to go on Tuesday October 27th -- went on Tuesday the 28th last year and had a blast!! It was one of the true highlights of our trip!

 

[roxazul]

What about the premium dates VS non-premium ?
Do we know yet ?

I know it was like 5$ difference between those right ?

 

[momtoBrandon&Jacob]

Yippee! I can't wait! Hope to go on Tuesday October 27th -- went on Tuesday the 28th last year and had a blast!! It was one of the true highlights of our trip!

We'll see you there!!

 

[NMK62303]

What about the premium dates VS non-premium ?
Do we know yet ?

I know it was like 5$ difference between those right ?

There is a link on DISboards with last year's premium dates so you can kind of compare -- seems like weekends and those dates closer to Halloween were premium, and yes, it was about a $5 difference.

 

[tnmomof4]

The dates for September are pretty much what I thought they would be with the exception of this year having 2 less parties for September.

 

[SoScary'09]

Did everyone see the new dates for 2009? Here they are:

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

September: 4, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 2009
October: 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31, 2009

Tickets go on sale May 1, 2009
Hours: 7:00 p.m. – midnight, Parade at 8:15 and 10:30, Fireworks at 9:30

omg I'm sooo excited!!

 

[anonymousegirl]

The only party I've done is MVMCP. I was slated to go to a P&P party next week but they cancelled them. But I am going to WDW in September so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that MNSSHP will continue.

I'm planning on going twice since I really, really love the villians!

 

[ToddyLu]

Another first-timer here! We'll be there 10/28-11/2 specifically to go to the party on Halloween night.

I've got a question about costumes. Is there like, a list of rules or anything anybody knows about as far as what kind of costumes aren't allowed into the party? I mean, from common sense aside: no weapons, probably masks that cover your face, skimpy outfits etc. Just wondering!

Wouldn't be caught dead in a Cat in the Hat Costume or dressed like Bugs Bunny!! Sorry my idea of humor....

 

[ToddyLu]

Oh, for those of you going for the first time....you have to see the Headless Horseman. He is magnificient. If you are standing near the wooden bridge by Liberty square near the Christmas store, he should stop the horse and have him rear up on his back legs. The horses hoves are heard all the way down mainstreet and he is really riding fast. It is the biggest, blackest horse I have ever seen and trully awesome. We have been to MVMVP twice each time for the last three years. We are just dying to get back to MNSSHP ( done it 5 itmes)--it really is a special evening....have fun every one. DH specifically wants tickets on Halloween (and he usually wants to go when it is not so crowded), so we are hoping to go 10/29 and 10/31.

If you can, like others have said it is worth it to do this one twice!!