HalloweenTime at DLR Info and Photo Superthread #3

[MAJPLO]

Thank you. As of right now Trick or Treating is our main thing since we have young kids but were flexible if the kids find interest in something else

I was shocked that my kids (4 and 7) lost interest in trick or treating. Three treat trails and that was it. Have fun!!

 

[TeresaMRoberts]

Has anyone heard of tickets to a sold out party opening up a few the day off the party?
Just want to know if i might still have any change at all on the 18th party. I didn't find out I was getting to go to LA till after they were already sold out

 

[Jenn1116]

Thank you Morgan063006!

 

[Here4mydisneyfix]

IT'S FINALLY HERE!!! Tomorrow is the day!!! Everything is packed and IT'S TIME!!! We are leaving home at 4am tomorrow morning for the long drive from Seattle to Cali! We are stopping in Oregon to visit the beach, and then our first theme park stop is Seaworld with a big surprise for the girls our first morning! We are doing Breakfast with Shamu! Then it's off to Legoland with a stay in a Pirate themed room in the brand new hotel! After that we head HOME to Disneyland for our first Halloween party on the 18th, then 3 more disney park days, and another party on the 23rd (with the surprise of pirates league for the kids!!), all culminating with a day at universal studios before we head back home! We are soooo excited!!!

The best part is that we've sneakily told our three little girls that we still have a whole week to go before it's time!!! We have plans to rouse them in the morning with a "WE'RE GOING TO DISNEYLAND RIGHT NOW!!" wakeup call!! I am also going to grab their American Girl dolls while they are sleeping and dress all three of them in special Disney clothes I made for them, complete with lanyards "parkhoppers" Disney pins (earrings), mickey tennis shoes and all!!! They have NO idea!! I can't believe I've kept it all a secret for this long!! I had to come on here and share, because I felt I just might BURST if I didn't! HA! I cannot wait!!!!! wooooohooo!!!

 

[Disney Lvr of Old]

IT'S FINALLY HERE!!! Tomorrow is the day!!! Everything is packed and IT'S TIME!!! We are leaving home at 4am tomorrow morning for the long drive from Seattle to Cali! We are stopping in Oregon to visit the beach, and then our first theme park stop is Seaworld with a big surprise for the girls our first morning! We are doing Breakfast with Shamu! Then it's off to Legoland with a stay in a Pirate themed room in the brand new hotel! After that we head HOME to Disneyland for our first Halloween party on the 18th, then 3 more disney park days, and another party on the 23rd (with the surprise of pirates league for the kids!!), all culminating with a day at universal studios before we head back home! We are soooo excited!!!

The best part is that we've sneakily told our three little girls that we still have a whole week to go before it's time!!! We have plans to rouse them in the morning with a "WE'RE GOING TO DISNEYLAND RIGHT NOW!!" wakeup call!! I am also going to grab their American Girl dolls while they are sleeping and dress all three of them in special Disney clothes I made for them, complete with lanyards "parkhoppers" Disney pins (earrings), mickey tennis shoes and all!!! They have NO idea!! I can't believe I've kept it all a secret for this long!! I had to come on here and share, because I felt I just might BURST if I didn't! HA! I cannot wait!!!!! wooooohooo!!!

Sounds Amazing!!!! Have SO much fun. And say HI to Nora the Explorer at Pirate League from "Captain Jack Sparrow in Buffalo, NY" for my son!

 

[Here4mydisneyfix]

Sounds Amazing!!!! Have SO much fun. And say HI to Nora the Explorer at Pirate League from "Captain Jack Sparrow in Buffalo, NY" for my son!

Thanks so much! We will definitely look for Nora! I am very excited about the Pirates League! The girls don't know about that either and they LOVE priates! Was the Pirates League as awesome as it sounds?!

 

[bimmerfan]

Does anyone have any thoughts about the use of a VIP guide during Mickeys Halloween Party? We have planned to stop using the guide around 4pm, before the party starts. But given how crowded it will be, wondering if we should keep them with us. Then again, not sure if they can really expedite the lines for candy and villains so may be just paying to wait in line.

 

[Dot2Vegas]

Does anyone have any thoughts about the use of a VIP guide during Mickeys Halloween Party? We have planned to stop using the guide around 4pm, before the party starts. But given how crowded it will be, wondering if we should keep them with us. Then again, not sure if they can really expedite the lines for candy and villains so may be just paying to wait in line.

I don't have any experience with guides so I am not much help. I don't think they could expedite candy lines. The areas are too small to really have a "fast pass it VIP" type of entry. They might be able to expedite character meets but I am not sure? I personally don't think crowds ate that bad but its all preference. I would ask the guide on that day or talk to city hall and get their opinion. Good luck!

 

[Disney Lvr of Old]

Thanks so much! We will definitely look for Nora! I am very excited about the Pirates League! The girls don't know about that either and they LOVE priates! Was the Pirates League as awesome as it sounds?!

It was Phenomenal! we went for the first appointment of the day at 1030am so he could wear it all day. They had a treasure hunt later in the day~ at 230pm ~ they gave invites to any kid that had the make up done. I highly recommend going back for it~ only 5 kids showed up for it so there was lots of one on one time~ the treasure hunt went from the Ranch area to New orleans square with pirates stationed with more clues. There is a Photo Pass photographer there too so you can get get lots of great shots. And every time we were back there the place was almost empty~ With Halloween Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald and Pluto making rounds. The Halloween Billy Hill was there too with crafts and the Conjure a Villain. One of the most peaceful places in the park. HAVE FUN!!!

 

[Nonsuch]

Does anyone have any thoughts about the use of a VIP guide during Mickeys Halloween Party? We have planned to stop using the guide around 4pm, before the party starts. But given how crowded it will be, wondering if we should keep them with us. Then again, not sure if they can really expedite the lines for candy and villains so may be just paying to wait in line.

A VIP guide can arrange fireworks seating, in the reserved benches at the center of the hub -- this is one of the best benefits of having a VIP guide
Your guide might be able to arrange fireworks reservations even if the guide will not be with you during the party. It should also be possible to make the fireworks reservation in advance, before your actual tour date.

VIP guides cannot assist with candy or villains lines.

 

[bimmerfan]

Yes, thank you. We have setup fireworks reservations.

 

[sammatt]

Can anyone confirm whether or not Agent P is doing meet and greets? I heard he was in/near innoventions?!?

 

[cmwade77]

Can anyone confirm whether or not Agent P is doing meet and greets? I heard he was in/near innoventions?!?

I can't confirm, but I would love to know myself.

 

[DisFam95]

I feel like a dummy and not prepared. We've been at DL today, got hand stamp and are going back for the party in a little bit. Will they give us bands at the turnstiles or do we have to go get them somewhere else.

I think I recall going back in later they give them at the gate but I don't want any surprises. DH is already running on fumes from terrible work week

Thanks!!

 

[Pinup Mommy]

I feel like a dummy and not prepared. We've been at DL today, got hand stamp and are going back for the party in a little bit. Will they give us bands at the turnstiles or do we have to go get them somewhere else.

I think I recall going back in later they give them at the gate but I don't want any surprises. DH is already running on fumes from terrible work week

Thanks!!

Go in through the event entrance and as soon as you pass through the turnstiles they will give you your wrist band and a trick or treat bag... Have fun

 

[dnamertz]

Go in through the event entrance and as soon as you pass through the turnstiles they will give you your wrist band and a trick or treat bag... Have fun

Does this only happen after the party's official start time? We plan on entering 3 hours before the party, so will they be handing out wrist bands and bags just inside the turnstiles at that time or do we have to get them somewhere else?

 

[Pinup Mommy]

Does this only happen after the party's official start time? We plan on entering 3 hours before the party, so will they be handing out wrist bands and bags just inside the turnstiles at that time or do we have to get them somewhere else?

It begins 3 hours prior before the official party start. There are signs directing you to which turnstiles to pass through for the event. The lines will be looong, but they move quickly.

Getting there early also gives you an advantage, you will miss the foot traffic for Soundsational.

I recommend visiting Jamboree Ranch if doing meet are important to you. There are usually a couple characters roaming around and you can at least meet one villain there too before the party.

 

[dnamertz]

The picture of the map/entertainment guide that was posted earlier in this thread (from a Friday party) said the Monsters U Dance Party and The Cadaver Dans run at 7:45, 8:45, 9:45 and 10:45. Are these the same times even on days when the MHP starts at 6pm? I would guess all those times are moved forward an hour...is this correct?

Also, is the Monster U party the only dance party this year, and what characters are at that party? Are they having the Piratepalooza again this year at Rancho Del Zocalo or is that just a treat trail this year?

 

[Pinup Mommy]

The picture of the map/entertainment guide that was posted earlier in this thread (from a Friday party) said the Monsters U Dance Party and The Cadaver Dans run at 7:45, 8:45, 9:45 and 10:45. Are these the same times even on days when the MHP starts at 6pm? I would guess all those times are moved forward an hour...is this correct?

Also, is the Monster U party the only dance party this year, and what characters are at that party? Are they having the Piratepalooza again this year at Rancho Del Zocalo or is that just a treat trail this year?

I just verified the times on the schedule that was given to us on Tuesday, the times you posted are the same for both parties.

Here is a picture of the Monster U party, we had a lot of fun dancing.

I am unsure about Piratepalooza, and I did not see it on any of the schedules

 

[dnamertz]

I just verified the times on the schedule that was given to us on Tuesday, the times you posted are the same for both parties.

That seems strange that the last dance party would start at 10:45 on nights when the MHP ends at 11:00.

Here is a picture of the Monster U party, we had a lot of fun dancing.

Do the characters interact with the guests at the dance party, or are they only on stage?