HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread #4

[mom2rtk]

Sherry, I told my husband about you and the thread as we stopped into Krispy Kreme today for our first pumpkin spice donuts of the year!

 

[Sherry E]

Sherry, I told my husband about you and the thread as we stopped into Krispy Kreme today for our first pumpkin spice donuts of the year!

Are those donuts any good/ Too sweet? Too pumpkiny? Just right?

That's another place that is nowhere near here. There is a Krispy Kreme somewhere off in the hinterlands of L.A., but nowhere in my specific area. My area is a hotbed of all kinds of stores and activity, and you would think that Krispy Kreme would find its way here. It would certainly be popular. But, nooooooooooooo! None in sight!

 

[mom2rtk]

Are those donuts any good/ Too sweet? Too pumpkiny? Just right?

That's another place that is nowhere near here. There is a Krispy Kreme somewhere off in the hinterlands of L.A., but nowhere in my specific area. My area is a hotbed of all kinds of stores and activity, and you would think that Krispy Kreme would find its way here. It would certainly be popular. But, nooooooooooooo! None in sight!

I'm generally not a fan of Krispy Kreme.....but these are just right. This is the one time of year I don't mind making a stop there. I'm shocked you don't have one near you.

 

[Sherry E]

I'm general not a fan of Krispy Kreme.....but these are just right. This is the one time of year I don't mind making a stop there. I'm shocked you don't have one near you.

It took forever just to get a Target in this area (although it's only a CityTarget) -- and again, this specific area is a hotbed of all kinds of stores. It's not like it's a remote town with a general store and that's it. It's a bustling, busy area. The nearest Krispy Kreme is off in a not-so-good neighborhood, which is not close. I really think that if one were to open around here, it would be very popular.

 

[only hope]

Are those donuts any good/ Too sweet? Too pumpkiny? Just right?

That's another place that is nowhere near here. There is a Krispy Kreme somewhere off in the hinterlands of L.A., but nowhere in my specific area. My area is a hotbed of all kinds of stores and activity, and you would think that Krispy Kreme would find its way here. It would certainly be popular. But, nooooooooooooo! None in sight!

I just had a Krispy Kreme pumpkin doughnut today, and I love a strong pumpkin taste so to me it needed to be a little bit more pumpkin-tasting. It was stronger than other pumpkin products I've had, however. We don't have a Kripy Kreme nearby either, it closed up years ago! I begged my dad to stop by when he drove to a nearby city yesterday.

 

[mom2rtk]

I just had a Krispy Kreme pumpkin doughnut today, and I love a strong pumpkin taste so to me it needed to be a little bit more pumpkin-tasting. It was stronger than other pumpkin products I've had, however. We don't have a Kripy Kreme nearby either, it closed up years ago! I begged my dad to stop by when he drove to a nearby city yesterday.

I agree it's not a really strong pumpkin flavor. It's stronger on the "spice" part of the pumpkin spice. But I like the way the sweet glaze balances out the spice.

We have one in town, so this won't be my last pumpkin spice donut of the year, I'm sure.

 

[Sherry E]

I just had a Krispy Kreme pumpkin doughnut today, and I love a strong pumpkin taste so to me it needed to be a little bit more pumpkin-tasting. It was stronger than other pumpkin products I've had, however. We don't have a Kripy Kreme nearby either, it closed up years ago! I begged my dad to stop by when he drove to a nearby city yesterday.

I guess that's the only way to do it if there's not a KK in your area -- just stop as soon as you see one in any neighborhood and run in!

At one point there were Krispy Kreme Donuts sold at Disneyland Resort -- years ago, at the old Compass Books (which was in the spot where Earl of Sandwich now sits) in Downtown Disney. When Compass left, so too did the KK donuts, as far as I know, I haven't seen any since then.

 

[mom2rtk]

I guess that's the only way to do it if there's not a KK in your area -- just stop as soon as you see one in any neighborhood and run in!

At one point there were Krispy Kreme Donuts sold at Disneyland Resort -- years ago, at the old Compass Books (which was in the spot where Earl of Sandwich now sits) in Downtown Disney. When Compass left, so too did the KK donuts, as far as I know, I haven't seen any since then.

See, you learn something new every day. I had no idea KK had been at DLR.

I love having KK local because I can buy one donut and not be tempted to eat a bunch more. If I drove across town I'd be tempted to buy a dozen and that wouldn't end well!

 

[Sherry E]

You'd have to buy more... just to make the drive worthwhile!

 

[darcie2000]

Does anyone know when the Disney menus change to reflect the Halloween treats/meals? I'm guessing they should be done soon hey?

 

[Jeff314]

Question for y'all. With all of the subtractions from years past for the Halloween party, what is the difference then any other night? Besides trick or treating, all the villans and dressing up in costume? I know the fireworks show is different than normal 60th going, but they're doing fireworks every night. Just trying to figure everything out before we go, if there's even going to be a huge difference compared the previous 3 days we are going to be there in 2 weeks. Thanks

 

[keishashadow]

re the pumpkin products: in Pennsylvania we have to buy wine/liquor in a state store & beer @ a distributor in lieu of stopping @ grocery store. I went along w/DH to pick up a couple of cases of beer this week. Couldn't believe they had an entire display of pumpkin craft beers, easily 20 different varieties by the case. Only pumpkin i do is pie.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

What is the best way to change our dates for the Halloween Party if we already have tickets? I know that they are non-refundable/changeable ...

The tickets are also not for resale, as stated on Disney's purchase page. So as Sherry said, your best bet is to gift them or donate them to someone.

 

[keishashadow]

ok, tried calling, gave up & booked it online for 10/5. confirmation indicates this 'out' if reviews are less than stellar...

CANCEL

• There is a 2 Day cancellation policy. Full price will be charged/forfeited if canceling within 2 Days or no show of the reservation.

at the risk of quoting myself...

bobbafetts mom - on the confirmation email you receive(d), you will find the above statement. which i interpret as it being cancellable, superceding what is listed on the description of the event page.

 

[LisaT91403]

Does anyone recall of the special AP treat trail was "announced" last year, or if it wasn't reported until after the first MHP happened? DS is hoping for something Star Wars-y this year since they did BH6 last year.

 

[haileymarie92]

Does anyone recall of the special AP treat trail was "announced" last year, or if it wasn't reported until after the first MHP happened? DS is hoping for something Star Wars-y this year since they did BH6 last year.

Ugh I'm hoping its -not- Star Wars related, even though I suspect it will be.

 

[bearette]

What are they including in the BB meals then if not gumbo? Trying to decide if it will be worth it.

 

[Sherry E]

Does anyone know when the Disney menus change to reflect the Halloween treats/meals? I'm guessing they should be done soon hey?

My guess is that there are already some Halloween-ish or Fall-ish things popping up here and there. They won't change the entire menus in most places in the parks, but they will integrate some Fall dishes and desserts here and there. Sometimes there are certain dishes and dessert that are virtually hidden, and are almost unknown, because we don't hear much about them in blogs or articles. So it seems that there are always some surprises every year.

Some items are available right when Halloween Time begins, and then certain items appear later in the season, like in October. I think that some of the October items are meant to sort of serve a dual purpose -- they arrive for Halloween Time and then stick around until Thanksgiving.

Whatever the case, when the Fall and Halloween food-related blogs begin coming out, I will be adding any new items onto my master list of Sweet and Savory Foods for Fall/Halloween Time! I love me some seasonal goodies!

At some point, Catal, Tortilla Jo's, UVA and Naples in Downtown Disney should switch to Fall menus, and I think that it will happen at the start of Fall or shortly thereafter.

Question for y'all. With all of the subtractions from years past for the Halloween party, what is the difference then any other night? Besides trick or treating, all the villans and dressing up in costume? I know the fireworks show is different than normal 60th going, but they're doing fireworks every night. Just trying to figure everything out before we go, if there's even going to be a huge difference compared the previous 3 days we are going to be there in 2 weeks. Thanks

On the non-party nights you'll see the Paint the Night parade and the Disneyland Forever fireworks. I don't know what we're looking at in terms of Main Street decorations, but you will see whatever is there, as well as have access to Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy. You'll also see the Ray Bradbury Halloween Tree, and the Dia de los Muertos display in Frontierland, and the Scare-Dy-Crow Shack & goats in Halloween scarves at the Big Thunder Ranch.

On party nights, if you attend the party, you will have access to all of the things mentioned above except for the Ranch-specific highlights (the Shack and goats). You will see regular Disney characters in Halloween costumes, characters that are less common in the parks (such as Jack Sparrow and many Villains), the Cadaver Dans floating along the Rivers of America, Halloween Screams fireworks, and the Paint the Night parade.

If you do the Mystic Spirits event at the Blue Bayou (during the Halloween party), you will meet Dr. Facilier (who may or may not be out at the regular party too), enjoy the Cadaver Dans and maybe some surprises that are yet to be revealed, as well as eat a special meal. There will be some sorts of pirates there, but I'm not sure if that would be the Bootstrappers or other random pirates.

re the pumpkin products: in Pennsylvania we have to buy wine/liquor in a state store & beer @ a distributor in lieu of stopping @ grocery store. I went along w/DH to pick up a couple of cases of beer this week. Couldn't believe they had an entire display of pumpkin craft beers, easily 20 different varieties by the case. Only pumpkin i do is pie.

Yes! The Pumpkin Ale and various other varieties of Fall alcohol seem to be growing every year. It used to be that there were maybe one or two brands that had a Fall version. Now there are so many!

Does anyone recall of the special AP treat trail was "announced" last year, or if it wasn't reported until after the first MHP happened? DS is hoping for something Star Wars-y this year since they did BH6 last year.

If I put my mind to it I'm sure I can track down (in this thread) the first mention of the AP treat trail last year, so we can know for sure how the location was first discovered. I think it was known before the first MHP, but I honestly cannot recall if the location of the trail was first posted in the MHP section of the DLR website, or it if appeared in the AP section of the website, or if there was an email from Disney with the mention, or maybe the AP mailer/postcard mentioned it.

What are they including in the BB meals then if not gumbo? Trying to decide if it will be worth it.

All of the food items are mentioned in the "A Dazzling Dinner - to Die For" section - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/blue-bayou-halloween-dinner-package/.

 

[lorijohnhill]

One of the things I'd really like to do on our trip is to stay til closing and try to get some "empty park" photos. Does anyone know how late you are allowed to stay? I know the shops are open later, but do they kick you out of other parts of the park at a certain time?

 

[rwhistler92]

I would love pumpkin dish liquid!