HalloweenTime at DLR Info and Photo Superthread #3

[Sherry E]

We are attending the Tuesday Oct 8th Mickey Halloween Party and one thing that has confused me is that on the Park Hours it does not list the fireworks show....is this because the Halloween Screams fireworks are only for the party goers or do those of us going to the party on on non weekend nights not get a fireworks show??


I guess it makes since that the regular park hours would not list the Screams fireworks since it does not list any of the other party related events--but this has me confuzzled so just checking


Obviously no "regular fireworks show" but that is because we are getting to see the special Screams fireworks right??

I think I'm confused by your question, but you will see Halloween Screams only at the Halloween party.

Outside of the party, on Saturday and Sunday nights (as well as Columbus Day, I would imagine), there will be regular fireworks.

I don't think there will be any regular fireworks on any other nights because it is technically considered off-peak season.

 

[WebmasterMaryJo]

Hi everyone,

I'm going through the thread looking for this year's Halloween themed popcorn bucket, but can someone post and save me some time? What does it look like this year? I'm trying to find out if it's like the one at WDW this yer, or the ghost that we've had in the past?

Also - great info and pictures, everyone. Love the thread, Sherry and great job on the added info, perlster.

 

[j2tyco]

I think I'm confused by your question, but you will see Halloween Screams only at the Halloween party.

Outside of the party, on Saturday and Sunday nights (as well as Columbus Day, I would imagine), there will be regular fireworks.

I don't think there will be any regular fireworks on any other nights because it is technically considered off-peak season.

Thats exactly what I was asking and you cleared it up for me....technically since we are going on Monday-Thur in October (off peak) there would be no fireworks but since we are also attending the Halloween party we WILL get fireworks on that Tuesday night...

YAY

Thanks!

 

[we3peas]

If you guys can believe this at my local WalMart I saw this week Christmas decorations up. I think that is way too soon. It's two days before I go to WDW. 5 days before my first MNSSHP!!

Ours were up on September 22. We are in Orlando. I did comment that it was way too soon for them. Give me a break. This is exactly why we don't do the Christmas crap anymore.

 

[Sherry E]

Hi everyone,

I'm going through the thread looking for this year's Halloween themed popcorn bucket, but can someone post and save me some time? What does it look like this year? I'm trying to find out if it's like the one at WDW this yer, or the ghost that we've had in the past?

Also - great info and pictures, everyone. Love the thread, Sherry and great job on the added info, perlster.

Mary Jo --

I don't think anyone has posted any photos of the bucket in this thread as of yet. I've heard that there was a new themed bucket (not the ghost from the past), but I haven't seen it (I didn't see it on 9/13 and so far, I have not seen it here).

Thats exactly what I was asking and you cleared it up for me....technically since we are going on Monday-Thur in October (off peak) there would be no fireworks but since we are also attending the Halloween party we WILL get fireworks on that Tuesday night...

YAY

Thanks!

j2tyco --

Oh good! I was hoping I gave the info that you were looking for. Yes, correct -- you'll get the exclusive Halloween Screams fireworks if you attend the party on any night it takes place. Otherwise, no fireworks of any kind outside of the party unless it's a Saturday, Sunday or Columbus Day.

Ours were up on September 22. We are in Orlando. I did comment that it was way too soon for them. Give me a break. This is exactly why we don't do the Christmas crap anymore.

we3peas --

It's probably also too soon to have Halloween decor or merchandise out in July or August, but it happens.

I see Valentine's Day candy beginning to appear in December as well.

Personally, I love the "Christmas crap"! I think it's a magical, beautiful season, and I love extending the fun of it for as long as I possibly can, as long as it's not in Summer and is technically sometime after Autumn has begun (which was 9/22, so I guess that's why it suddenly popped up in your store then).

I like extending the Halloween fun for as long as I can too, which is why I don't mind seeing signs of Fall or Halloween appear in mid-Summer.

 

[alical04]

We went last night for our first time experiencing MHP and we had a pretty great time! We are local AP holder's and did not know what to expect. While there were times it was crowded it did not feel too bad at other times. I would guess that it is a different feeling during the weekday party which we plan on doing next year instead of a weekend!

We started off our day at DCA to get our daughter's face painted and ride some rides and then went into DL at 3:30pm and headed over to Frontierland to get our wrists bands. That was an easy process. We rode Pirates and then met up with our friends and had dinner. After that we headed to Fantasyland to let the kids get in some rides before the party started. The party started while we were on Casey Jr. and after that we hit up the 2 trick or treat stations in Fantasyland and both of them were walk ons. Then we hit the station at Big Thunder Ranch and that was also a walk on. The line for Mickey and Minnie was crazy and we did not attempt any character meet and greets all night. Our focus was strictly on the trick or treating and the fireworks. We hit up the station by winnie the pooh and that was walk on and then went down to the River and that was our longest wait but it was nice with all of the fog and being able to see the Cadaver Dans show on the river.

We headed to Main Street around 8:45 to get a spot for the fireworks. The parade had just let out and a lot of people were leaving the area and they were not roping places off yet. We ended up parking the strollers and ourselves behind a couple of benches with a view of the castle. Unfortunately it was about 5 minutes prior to the start of the fireworks when we experienced a lot of rude people and people letting their children and themselves push them in front of others! IMO if you want your children to see the fireworks/parades get there early and sit for them but don't push yourself in front of others to do that. People were very rude and of course nobody would say anything to any of them. The fireworks were awesome and then we hit up Haunted Mansion which was great and then went to more trick or treat stations. Along the way to the small world station we ended up seeing the Cavalcade which worked out great and it was really cute! We left around 11:30 and on our way out the Villians were at the train station doing a song and dance that was great and walked back to the parking lot, the tram waits were crazy as usual so we normally walk back.

In conclusion we found that a lot of people cleared out after the fireworks and things started to die down. The waits for rides were great most of the night and while we did some rides our focus was on the trick or treating and the fireworks/parades. People said that you need to choose your focus and they are correct, if you want to do character meets then stick with that as those are pretty long lines.

One thing that I do want to note is that we walked away feeling really bad for the CM's that had to deal with all of the rude people. I feel that this party is a way for people to get into Disneyland at a discounted price and it ends up bringing out people that would normally not be there and it shows. We saw trash everywhere including an entire families McDonald's meal just dumped in the middle of the parking lot. I literally saw adults and children just throwing their candy wrappers on the ground and the parents do not care. It was really sad to see all of this and the behaviors of others are just disgusting! But despite all of this we still had a really great first time and we are going to do it again next year but during the weekday instead!

 

[dnamertz]

How long are the character meet-n-greet waits during the last couple hours of the party?

 

[Diszona]

So, from reading the reports from people who went last night, it seems like the "event" type stuff (parade, fireworks, trick-or-treat) was very crowded while the ride lines were pretty short. Is that correct? We are going next Friday and while the kids do want to do some tick-or-treating and meet some characters, we will be spending a lot of time riding rides since it is our only time at DL this year.

 

[Tasscrapper]

Well, I bought tickets today for me and my friend to go on the 15th. Hopefully it will be fun and we score lots of candy! What time are you allowed to go pick the wristbands up at? It sounds like it is very crowded getting people out when the actual party starts. Is there a particular place that would be good to go hang out and try and miss the mass exodus? We will be focusing on the trick or treating and I would like to see the little parade and the fireworks but front row seats won't be needed as we will be kid free . We aren't planning on meet and greets at all.

 

[DharmaLou]

Has anyone had the snickerdoodle/caramel/pumpkin dessert at Big Thunder BBQ? I gained 3 lbs looking at the photo on Facebook, but now I can't get it out of my mind!

 

[Lucrezia]

It's probably also too soon to have Halloween decor or merchandise out in July or August, but it happens.

I see Valentine's Day candy beginning to appear in December as well.

Personally, I love the "Christmas crap"! I think it's a magical, beautiful season, and I love extending the fun of it for as long as I possibly can, as long as it's not in Summer and is technically sometime after Autumn has begun (which was 9/22, so I guess that's why it suddenly popped up in your store then).

I like extending the Halloween fun for as long as I can too, which is why I don't mind seeing signs of Fall or Halloween appear in mid-Summer.

I agree! It amazes me how many people, even on just this thread, don't like seeing holiday stuff out. Yes, it's definitely early, but who cares? If seeing Christmas decor for sale in September is your biggest problem, then you have it pretty good. Lol On another subject, I went to my first pumpkin patch today with my fiancé and nieces. It was so much fun! I got scorched in the sun but it was worth it because my front porch looks awesome. I only wish trick-or-treaters would come up our loooonnnggg driveway so they could admire my handiwork... lol. We might be doing a Halloween-themed fair tomorrow, and then I'll be flying back to Spain with my girls on Monday and won't see them again until our Disney trip. Here's hoping the time goes by, fast!!

One thing that I do want to note is that we walked away feeling really bad for the CM's that had to deal with all of the rude people. I feel that this party is a way for people to get into Disneyland at a discounted price and it ends up bringing out people that would normally not be there and it shows. We saw trash everywhere including an entire families McDonald's meal just dumped in the middle of the parking lot. I literally saw adults and children just throwing their candy wrappers on the ground and the parents do not care. It was really sad to see all of this and the behaviors of others are just disgusting! But despite all of this we still had a really great first time and we are going to do it again next year but during the weekday instead!

Ugh, people can be so annoying sometimes. When did manners go out of style?? Seriously!

 

[DisneyLuver2013]

Does anyone know what kind of candy they were passing out at the party last night? Getting pretty excited!!!

 

[Pinup Mommy]

Can anyone tell me if the villains sign autograph books? My daughter is now at the age where she is collecting autographs and I would hate to be in an awkward situation with her if they do not.

TIA
Ysell

 

[CrAzY4DL]

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My friend went to the first party and posted this picture that her, her DH and their 2 very small kids collected. She said they focused more on the party stuff and less on the candy and this was a "light haul". Ended up with 10 gallon baggies worth.

I see mini Snickers, Twix, Reeses peanut butter cup, Heath bars, 3 Musketeers, Almond Joys, Whoppers, I *think* I see dark Milky Ways (or they might be PEANUT CHEWS which I've never heard of), and M&Ms.

 

[dnamertz]

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My friend went to the first party and posted this picture that her, her DH and their 2 very small kids collected. She said they focused more on the party stuff and less on the candy and this was a "light haul". Ended up with 10 gallon baggies worth.

I see mini Snickers, Twix, Reeses peanut butter cup, Heath bars, 3 Musketeers, Almond Joys, Whoppers, I *think* I see dark Milky Ways (or they might be PEANUT CHEWS which I've never heard of), and M&Ms.

Thankfully, I don't see any Tootsie Rolls.

 

[CrAzY4DL]

Thankfully, I don't see any Tootsie Rolls.

Eww yes, thankfully!

 

[edna mode]

One thing that I do want to note is that we walked away feeling really bad for the CM's that had to deal with all of the rude people. I feel that this party is a way for people to get into Disneyland at a discounted price and it ends up bringing out people that would normally not be there and it shows. We saw trash everywhere including an entire families McDonald's meal just dumped in the middle of the parking lot. I literally saw adults and children just throwing their candy wrappers on the ground and the parents do not care. It was really sad to see all of this and the behaviors of others are just disgusting! But despite all of this we still had a really great first time and we are going to do it again next year but during the weekday instead!

This reminds me of something Pete Werner says on the podcast show all the time. As local AP folks we have Pride Of Ownership out here! It is important to us to welcome people from all over the world and show off our beautiful park, but it is not OK to disrespect it. We do take it personally and it makes us sad.

I'm glad your family had a good time despite the other visitors.

 

[pudinhd]

My friend went to the first party and posted this picture that her, her DH and their 2 very small kids collected. She said they focused more on the party stuff and less on the candy and this was a "light haul". Ended up with 10 gallon baggies worth.

I see mini Snickers, Twix, Reeses peanut butter cup, Heath bars, 3 Musketeers, Almond Joys, Whoppers, I *think* I see dark Milky Ways (or they might be PEANUT CHEWS which I've never heard of), and M&Ms.

Yes, they are Peanut Chews. I have never heard of them, either, but they sound yummy!

Well, I bought tickets today for me and my friend to go on the 15th. Hopefully it will be fun and we score lots of candy! What time are you allowed to go pick the wristbands up at? It sounds like it is very crowded getting people out when the actual party starts. Is there a particular place that would be good to go hang out and try and miss the mass exodus? We will be focusing on the trick or treating and I would like to see the little parade and the fireworks but front row seats won't be needed as we will be kid free . We aren't planning on meet and greets at all.

You are allowed into DL 3 hours before the party starts. If you are already inside the park, you can pick up wristbands / map at the time people are allowed into the park with the party tickets. There was a line to get them, but the CMs said there wouldn't be a line if you waited until about an hour before the party started. The location was just inside of Frontierland right at where they do the pin trading. The line was along the right side of the walkway (facing Frontierland) and wrapped around toward the castle.

Hi everyone,

I'm going through the thread looking for this year's Halloween themed popcorn bucket, but can someone post and save me some time? What does it look like this year? I'm trying to find out if it's like the one at WDW this yer, or the ghost that we've had in the past?

Also - great info and pictures, everyone. Love the thread, Sherry and great job on the added info, perlster.

I didn't even think of taking a picture, but I think the popcorn bucket you are asking about is a Mickey shape with a top hat. There is blue involved (someone described it as a wig), but it might be the face, too. Maybe a way to describe it would be Mickey as a blue-ish ghost... Not sure if this is helping... Sorry! I was told they were expecting them to be sold out before getting to the popcorn vendors confused3) but I saw them many, many places. I just wasn't paying that close of attention.

I also saw different regular sized round popcorn buckets that were Halloween themed, but I don't think that is what you were asking about.

Tania --

I have to agree. I liked the old way of doing it -- closing the park and clearing everyone out, and then letting all of the party guests enter the park at a certain time. Also, while I enjoy the locations of the treat trails and treat stations around Disneyland, and I like the fog over the Rivers of America and in Frontierland, I really think there was more space to move around when the party was held in DCA. At that point, I'm sure that fewer tickets were sold for each night.

I even thought that the last MHP I went to in 2011 was too crowded. I thought they oversold the tickets even then. I can't imagine how many tickets they are selling now, as it sounds like the crowds are worse now than they were 2 years ago. The problem is, it shouldn't seem like a regular night in the parks, crowd-wise. It should seem like a less crowded park, with fewer people -- it should seem like a more exclusive event.


pudinhd --

The crystal ball was not working during Halloween Screams? Yikes! That's one of the highlights of the show!

I'm glad you finally got to meet Maleficent.

Yay! You finally had your first Monkey Bride sighting! So I am guessing that my instructions on where/how to look for her were good, since you found her. Did you find her by sitting on the left side of the Buggy, or were you sitting on the right?

I agree!! I would like it much more if it seemed more exclusive! We went to the Halloween parties at California Adventure 2 years in a row and it seemed so much more spread out!! It really did feel special!

Crystal ball! So much better than whatever wording I used!

Thanks!! I was so excited when I heard Maleficent was coming out in the next group and I just kept hoping people would take their time with the current villains!

Someone posted about their (husband?) seeing the Monkey Bride on the left side of the attic (last person to get in the buggy) and that was perfect! Almost to the end, between a bunch of presents, and you just need to be sitting straight and looking to the side. It's low to the ground, and about 7 feet away. Hope this helps!!

 

[ALittleBitWitchy]

We are going to the party on Tuesday the 1st. My son is really into Toy Story and Jake and the Neverland Pirates right now (and Winnie the Pooh, always!). Where will these characters be during the party?

*** I apologize if this question has already been asked.

 

[OregonMinnie]

I saw a picture of the Mickey popcorn bucket on Personal Disneyland Shopper's Facebook page. It is Mickey with blue hair, and maybe a blue cape? I'll try and find the picture.