HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread #4

[Sherry E]

Soon I will post a few links to reviews/recaps of last year's Mickey's Halloween Party (and some other helpful info), so that those who are new to the MHP this year can get a sense of what people said about it in 2013. Stay tuned to this Superthread, and please don't hesitate to join in and chat with us, or ask questions, or help answer questions, or whatever.


Congratulations to everyone who is now a proud owner of MHP tickets! Even if you have not yet been able to get your tickets, you will.

Thank you to those who reported back in this thread about what was going on with the ticket phone lines, and whether you did or did not get through! I know we all appreciate the information.


The next phase of the ticket sales happens in a couple of weeks, and after that... the mini-Theme Week Countdown in this thread will commence!

And then we sit and wait for any kinds of info or news to trickle in about this year's Halloween Time celebration!

In just about 2 months/8 weeks, we will be celebrating the official start of Halloween Time! Time will fly by at warp speed (this thread is already more than 2 months old, and look at how quickly the time has flown by)!

Personally, I can't wait for any tiny glimpse of fall and Halloween, as I am over summer at this point (even though I know that the worst of the summer heat hasn't even hit us yet in SoCal ). I like to see little signs of things beginning to appear, here and there. I don't want a full Halloween onslaught when I set foot in the stores now, but just a tiny glimpse. Then, as the weeks roll on there will be more and more signs of the season appearing, and it helps to build up anticipation!

Last year at this time, it was reported that Costco already had some Halloween things on display. Various craft stores apparently already have Halloween and Christmas things out now (which makes sense, if people have to actually have the time to make things for the assorted holidays).

Has anyone seen any early signs of Halloween in their stores yet?

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[DisneyJamieCA]

FWIW, 24 hours later and still no email with my tickets I may call again in a few days to see if they can resend and if not, at least confirm they will print them there for me.

 

[Sherry E]

FWIW, 24 hours later and still no email with my tickets I may call again in a few days to see if they can resend and if not, at least confirm they will print them there for me.

Hmmm... In the back of my mind somewhere, I remember someone else reporting that the same thing happened (a delay of the emailed MHP tickets). I cannot recall if it was last year or 2012. I am trying to recall what the end result was -- I mean, obviously it all worked out and they got into the MHP, but I am trying to remember if they had to deal with it at the ticket booths when they arrived at DLR, or if it was taken care of before they got to DLR.

If I stumble upon that info in a previous Superthread, I will post it and let you know (or anyone else who has not yet received their emailed tickets).

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

Hmmm... In the back of my mind somewhere, I remember someone else reporting that the same thing happened (a delay of the emailed MHP tickets). I cannot recall if it was last year or 2012. I am trying to recall what the end result was -- I mean, obviously it all worked out and they got into the MHP, but I am trying to remember if they had to deal with it at the ticket booths when they arrived at DLR, or if it was taken care of before they got to DLR. If I stumble upon that info in a previous Superthread, I will post it and let you know (or anyone else who has not yet received their emailed tickets).

Thanks, I appreciate that

 

[kaci]

I found these posts about not getting the tickets via email

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=45491047&postcount=3690

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=45496618&postcount=6

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

I found these posts about not getting the tickets via email http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=45491047&postcount=3690 http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=45496618&postcount=6

Thanks for finding those Unfortunately I didn't get a confirmation email, but I was able to to get the confirmation number from the CM I spoke to yesterday. Hopefully that and the credit card will be enough! Now I'm curious if it's something they can do at the hotel (staying at the DLH) or if I have to go the ticket booths. And can the print them out the night before us?

 

[Sherry E]

Thank you, kaci, for finding those very helpful bits of info!

Those were not the reports or recaps I was thinking of (I think the one that I am remembering came from a different person), and I'm not even entirely sure that the person posted in a Superthread, but if I find it (the one that I am thinking of), I will post it!

 

[kaci]

Thanks for finding those Unfortunately I didn't get a confirmation email, but I was able to to get the confirmation number from the CM I spoke to yesterday. Hopefully that and the credit card will be enough! Now I'm curious if it's something they can do at the hotel (staying at the DLH) or if I have to go the ticket booths. And can the print them out the night before us?

I don't know anything about doing it at the hotel... but I don't see any reason why you shouldn't be able to get the tickets printed out the night before (whether that is at the hotel or ends up being at the ticket booth.)

I know how frustrating it is to have a loose end floating around, especially when it involves $$$. I hope it's no big deal to get your tickets printed when the time comes, or that your email just took the long way around the internet and shows up soon

Thank you, kaci, for finding those very helpful bits of info!

Happy to! We're having a slow day around here and digging through old threads on the DIS is a great way to spend it

 

[figment_jii]

Thanks for finding those Unfortunately I didn't get a confirmation email, but I was able to to get the confirmation number from the CM I spoke to yesterday. Hopefully that and the credit card will be enough! Now I'm curious if it's something they can do at the hotel (staying at the DLH) or if I have to go the ticket booths. And can the print them out the night before us?

I don't know about having the hotel print them, but with the confirmation number and credit card, you should be fine. I know you didn't forget your tickets, but the process should be pretty much the same.

What if I forget to bring my Disney's eTicket?
Don't worry! If you forget your Disney's eTicket, just visit Guest Services at the Main Entrance Will Call window with the credit card used to purchase your tickets and a photo I.D. such as a driver's license or passport. A Guest Services Cast Member will be able to locate your order and re-issue your tickets. For security reasons, only the Guest whose name appears on the credit card used to purchase the tickets will be able to pick them up.

http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/general/loadGeneric?genericName=ETicketFAQ

When you called, did you confirm with the CM that the email address on file was correct? It's also possible that the tickets will show up at some point. It's not the same, but it took the Buzz Lightyear ride photo almost two-three weeks to show up at one point! I've had WDW resort reservation confirmation emails take a few days to arrive as well. So, there is still a chance it'll show up at some point in the next week or so. Regardless, you should be fine with the confirmation number, your credit card, and an ID.

Last year at this time, it was reported that Costco already had some Halloween things on display. Various craft stores apparently already have Halloween and Christmas things out now (which makes sense, if people have to actually have the time to make things for the assorted holidays). Has anyone seen any early signs of Halloween in their stores yet?

I've only seen things in the craft/fabric stores as well. Unless you count all of the costumes and stuff they sell year-round at the Disney Stores. There have been a few blog entries about Halloween on the Disney Cruise Lines, so they're getting into the game as well.

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

I don't know about having the hotel print them, but with the confirmation number and credit card, you should be fine. I know you didn't forget your tickets, but the process should be pretty much the same. http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/general/loadGeneric?genericName=ETicketFAQ When you called, did you confirm with the CM that the email address on file was correct? It's also possible that the tickets will show up at some point. It's not the same, but it took the Buzz Lightyear ride photo almost two-three weeks to show up at one point! I've had WDW resort reservation confirmation emails take a few days to arrive as well. So, there is still a chance it'll show up at some point in the next week or so. Regardless, you should be fine with the confirmation number, your credit card, and an ID. I've only seen things in the craft/fabric stores as well. Unless you count all of the costumes and stuff they sell year-round at the Disney Stores. There have been a few blog entries about Halloween on the Disney Cruise Lines, so they're getting into the game as well.

Thanks for that info! I know I'm worrying over something probably not worth worrying over, but I do hate loose ends! I'm glad to know the process seems straight forward. I don't mind going to the ticket booth the night before since we weren't going into the parks - I just don't want to waste park time doing it, lol! And I'll ask at the hotel - the worst that happens is they say no and I go to guest relations. Yes, I did confirm my email with them yesterday. I'm sure it's just floating around cyberspace somewhere right now.

 

[momof6princesses]

I think its been at least a few weeks since I have had a chance to really log on here. My #4 princess had to have emergent surgery for a burst appendix that the doctor thinks ruptured 5 days before. 11 days in the hospital then a return visit 2 more times because of complications its been a rough few weeks! But back to Disney planning now that the doctors think they have everything under control.

I'm getting excited, just bought our MHP tickets yesterday! Had planned on going the 22nd but decided to change the date to the Monday the 20th because it saved us about $50. Only a few princesses have decided who they want to dress like: Princess #6 Izzy (Jake and the Neverland Pirate) and Princesses #3 & 4 both want to be Elsa. The rest of us want to go as a group theme but haven't agreed on what, maybe Alice and Wonderland, having Alice, Mad Hatter, Queen, and tweedle dee and tweedle dum. Other ideas welcome there are 5 of us all female and one daddy. Only around 93 more days until we are in our Happy Place!

 

[Sherry E]

While this is great for the Disney Cruise Line's Halloween celebration, extra details about our own DLR Halloween Time season (beyond the dates and ticket info that we already know) have to wait for a while, I suppose.

(And, by the way, Disney Cruise Line -- WE had the Ray Bradbury-inspired Halloween/Pumpkin Tree first!!!)

 

[zanzibar138]

I think its been at least a few weeks since I have had a chance to really log on here. My #4 princess had to have emergent surgery for a burst appendix that the doctor thinks ruptured 5 days before. 11 days in the hospital then a return visit 2 more times because of complications its been a rough few weeks! But back to Disney planning now that the doctors think they have everything under control.

Poor little thing! Hope she's ok now and no more complications.

Has anyone seen any early signs of Halloween in their stores yet?

Here in Australia, only a few very select stores will have Halloween merchandise come in late September, including the craft stores Supermarkets will start getting a small selection of Halloween treats in October.

So this thread is the only glimpse of Halloween I'll get before our trip!

 

[Mysteryincorp]

I bought my tickets yesterday for the MHP, super excited!! I'm hoping my daughter can stay awake a little later this year!

 

[Kilala]

Here are some progress pics of my new Demeter costume. I will be wearing this on a day at MHP.





There are more pictures here http://s499.photobucket.com/user/Naruto-Kitten/library/Demeter 2014 costume?sort=2&page=1

I won't be able to finish this unitard untill next month. I ran out of yellow paint.



I finally found a named for my un-named cat character. Her name is Autumn Mist. Here are pictures of the unitard I painting. I can't finish painting the unitard untill next month when I can get some dark red paint for the unitard. One of the photos has marks on it where I'm making plans for the unitard.






One of the shoes I will be using. This will be the color of the red paint I will be getting for the unitard.

 

[Sherry E]

I love the name Autumn Mist, Kilala!

You picked a great one! As usual, I love all the work and care that you put into making your costumes, and into Halloween in general!

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momof6princesses --

I hope your daughter is doing better now. That's scary to think that her appendix may have ruptured 5 days before she was seen by a doctor, but thankfully it was caught before anything got worse.

I'm so glad that you were able to get your MHP tickets.

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Here in Australia, only a few very select stores will have Halloween merchandise come in late September, including the craft stores Supermarkets will start getting a small selection of Halloween treats in October.

So this thread is the only glimpse of Halloween I'll get before our trip!

zanzibar138 --

Well, I'm happy that this thread can give you a bit of Halloween when it seems there is a lack of it where you live!

Are there any theories or ideas as to why Halloween has really never caught on in Australia or New Zealand? I keep hearing that Halloween is barely recognized at all, and there aren't any fun pumpkin patches or Halloween things to do. But Easter is a big deal there, apparently (merchandise hits the shelves in January), and Christmas in July is picking up some steam, and Christmas is big.

I bought my tickets yesterday for the MHP, super excited!! I'm hoping my daughter can stay awake a little later this year!

Mysteryincorp --

Welcome!

Hopefully she can stay awake and not miss too much of the fun!

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[zanzibar138]

Well, I'm happy that this thread can give you a bit of Halloween when it seems there is a lack of it where you live!

Are there any theories or ideas as to why Halloween has really never caught on in Australia or New Zealand? I keep hearing that Halloween is barely recognized at all, and there aren't any fun pumpkin patches or Halloween things to do. But Easter is a big deal there, apparently (merchandise hits the shelves in January), and Christmas in July is picking up some steam, and Christmas is big.

I'm not sure why Halloween hasn't caught on down here. It's starting to come in a bit more now, but pumpkins are a different time of year so that doesn't really work Personally I always forget about it so I hope that we don't get any trick or treaters because I won't have anything to give them

I guess Easter is a pretty big deal. Easter eggs and hot cross buns start appearing straight after Christmas (to give you plenty of time to buy your Easter eggs, eat them, and have to buy more ). There are a few Easter Egg hunt activities around for kids, and some people walk around with rabbit ears and stuff on the day. Schools often have Easter hat parades. We get both the Friday before and the Monday after off work, not sure if that's the same for you. But no one really decorates or anything.

Christmas is really the only occasion that people decorate for over here. It seems to be hitting stores earlier and earlier. Big department stores seem to be starting to set up their Christmas sections in August these days, which I think is far too early!

 

[Alohagirl73]

Hopefully we will be going to the party the first night just like last year. My DD loved it and now that she's into actually being near the characters it should be even more fun.

Hope to get our tickets next week or so!

 

[Sherry E]

By the way, yesterday I neglected to comment about the Disney Parks Blog's announcement of the photo-based contest taking place right now (and through August), involving submissions of our Disneyland photos from the '50s, '60s '70s, '80s, '90s and all the way up to now.

The timing of this contest struck me as amusing because -- just the other day in this thread -- we were discussing social media as it relates to these Disneyland giveaways (like the #GetHappier/Monday Summer Surprises madness).

This photo/decade-based contest is relying only on specific social media as the means of submission. There is no other way to enter it. In fact, people are not even allowed to submit their photos on Facebook (and Facebook is a HUGE presence in social media)!!!!!!! They/we may only enter the contest via Twitter or Instagram.

As someone who has a lot of Disneyland photos from the '70s and beyond, this would seem to be the perfect contest for me!

However, I don't have an Instagram account (my phone is a basic phone, and I don't think it could open Instagram if it tried). And...I HATE Twitter. I hate the layout of Twitter. I hate the whole tweeting and re-tweeting process. Hashtags annoy me. I just don't like it. But, for me, my only option will be to enter the contest via Twitter, which really bothers me.

I can't even fathom why Facebook is not being allowed as way to enter the contest, or why Disney didn't set up a separate page or website solely for contest entries/submissions.

Another thing that I find ironic and interesting is that a lot of people who have photos from the '50s or '60s to submit are possibly a bit 'older' than many of the people who are Twitter-crazy these days -- and those folks might not even have a Twitter account, or an Instagram account.

I recall meeting a lovely, nice lady at DLR last December. She was on my Carthay Circle Tour, and we later struck up a conversation outside a shop on Buena Vista Street. She had been at DLR on its opening day -- how wonderful would it be to have that claim? It's something that most of us cannot claim! She had recently recovered from major heart surgery and was treating herself to a solo trip to DLR for the holidays. She was not on social media. She was not on Disneyland-related discussion forms. In fact, even though she had visited DLR every year for decades, she wasn't even aware of the Candlelight Ceremony/Processional! Still, she loved Disneyland and she was having a great time (the last time I saw her, she was waiting in line to meet the Princesses in Fantasyland!).

Yesterday I thought of the lady that I spoke with last December. Surely she has a photo or two from being at DLR on opening day in 1955, but because she is not on social media and could not enter the current photo contest unless she had a Twitter or Instagram account, she'd be unable to share her wonderful photos. I'm sure there have to be more folks out there like her.

So, even though "the times" have changed and social media is all the rage, there are older folks who probably have fantastic, vintage Disneyland photos to share, and won't be able to because they either won't know about the contest or won't want to try to figure out how to use Twitter/Instagram!

 

[2tinkerbell]

I think you are right Sherry. I have a great picture of me with Chip from about 1960 when I was probably 6 years old. My mother is standing there wearing capris with Keds and carrying a black patten leather purse (square)...lol! There is no way that I want a Twitter account or an Instagram account.

What is remarkable is how much Chip has changed over the years. He looks much better now than 54 years ago. He has aged just as beautifully as I have