HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread #4

[Sherry E]

So, what is everyone thinking for fireworks during Halloween Time?
I love the Halloween Screams but I am also wanting to see the Disneyland Forever...

I'm inclined think that Halloween Screams will still be the Halloween Party exclusive fireworks on any nights that the parties happen. It wouldn't make sense to run Disneyland Forever during the Halloween party, when people are paying extra for Halloween-specific entertainment. I think that Disneyland Forever will be the fireworks that happen on any non-party nights that would usually involve fireworks (so, basically, most Saturdays except for Halloween night, and Sundays, and possibly Columbus Day). I don't know if the fireworks schedule will be extended at all, so that they take place on extra nights when they ordinarily would not take place.

 

[mummabear]

My ideal scenario would be that they run Disneyland forever on non mhp nights but it may be that they run on weekends only (except weekend nights with mhp scheduled)

 

[seobaina]

My ideal scenario would be that they run Disneyland forever on non mhp nights but it may be that they run on weekends only (except weekend nights with mhp scheduled)

I thought they did the fireworks on all normal nights and it was just fantasmic that ran only on weekends

 

[mummabear]

I thought they did the fireworks on all normal nights and it was just fantasmic that ran only on weekends

Nope the park shuts at 8 Mon to Thurs with no F! Or fireworks. WOC normally runs nightly

 

[seobaina]

Nope the park shuts at 8 Mon to Thurs with no F! Or fireworks. WOC normally runs nightly

Argh that means out of our four nights we have one to do the fireworks and F! Is the nighttime parade the same? X

 

[dhorner233]

Argh that means out of our four nights we have one to do the fireworks and F! Is the nighttime parade the same? X

I guess I will have that same disappointment as I'm there Sunday through Thursday. Leaving Friday morning. Hoping to get a Halloween party while I'm there Sept. 20-25.

 

[Tablefor5]

My ideal scenario would be that they run Disneyland forever on non mhp nights but it may be that they run on weekends only (except weekend nights with mhp scheduled)

This is what I am hoping happens.

 

[White Rose]

It's interesting that, in reading some comments around the Internet (now and in past weeks), people either seem surprised or even disappointed that all signs point to Halloween Time and especially the Holiday season commencing as usual (with the exception of maybe a couple of the holiday nighttime events not happening).

I know that the 60th anniversary is a big deal, but most likely all of the nighttime entertainment for the Diamond Celebration is going to carry on for the rest of the year and into next -- so people will probably be able to enjoy all of the new entertainment through the next couple of seasons.

But why would anyone have thought that the 60th anniversary would totally obliterate Holiday season decorations or the pumpkins on Main Street? The actual 60th anniversary decorations, such as they are, are not enough to totally take the place of a fully immersive Holiday decorations package, which involves theme-specific décor all over both parks, in the hotels, restaurants, etc. Disney takes its holiday season celebration very seriously -- it's not a casual, "Hmm... should we celebrate the holidays or not this year?" It's a huge deal, and many people plan annual trips just to be there for the season. The pumpkins on Main Street are integral to the whole Halloween Time experience as well. Some blue bunting here and there and some random diamond-studded things are not going to replace all of the Halloween and Holiday season décor. They may be integrated into the Holiday décor, but I'm pretty sure they will not replace all (or most) of it.

I will be disappointed a tiny bit that it will be Halloween themed if they take down all the diamond stuff...because we were hoping for 60th anniversary which is much more unique and for only a short time EVER...while Halloween comes every year. If it is both, then fine!

We are east coasters doing ABD southern CA, and was really hoping to see paint the night and the special fireworks. In 5 years if we come again to CA we will see Halloween...but not the 60th stuff. It is bad enough that we do not get fantasmic or fireworks most likely during the tour because it is Oct. I really want to see the unique 60th stuff! Let's hope it will be both!

 

[Jeff314]

I will be disappointed a tiny bit that it will be Halloween themed if they take down all the diamond stuff...because we were hoping for 60th anniversary which is much more unique and for only a short time EVER...while Halloween comes every year. If it is both, then fine!

We are east coasters doing ABD southern CA, and was really hoping to see paint the night and the special fireworks. In 5 years if we come again to CA we will see Halloween...but not the 60th stuff. It is bad enough that we do not get fantasmic or fireworks most likely during the tour because it is Oct. I really want to see the unique 60th stuff! Let's hope it will be both!

I don't know for sure but I really doubt they'd take down or not do any 60th stuff with how much effort and money they put into doing it all year. I would think it'd be a combo of both depending on party nights and such

 

[mummabear]

Argh that means out of our four nights we have one to do the fireworks and F! Is the nighttime parade the same? X

I don't know as there hasn't been a nighttime parade in so long

 

[Sherry E]

The 60th anniversary entertainment is one thing. Blue bunting and random 'Ds' with faux diamonds here and there are another thing entirely. Of course the entertainment is going to run for the rest of the year -- they said that even back in January at the Q&A. It might be on a reduced schedule in September and October -- because that is technically an off-peak season and fireworks are more limited -- but I'm positive that Paint the Night and Disneyland Forever will still be happening.

The 60th decorations, such as they are, are not as extensive and immersive as the decorations for the holiday season are, for example. If the removal of some of the blue bunting to put up Halloween décor or Holiday decor is going to be a deal breaker, it's probably not a good idea to go to the parks during Halloween Time or the Holidays, because that could happen -- they might take down a few of the 60th accents in certain spots and leave other things up in other spots. I think the Castle will stay as it is now for the rest of the year.

Halloween Time doesn't involve really extensive decorations anyway. You've basically got Main Street and Frontierland as the hubs of Halloween décor. Without those pumpkins on Main Street, it would not feel very Halloween-ish in the park. They have to have decorations up in whatever park the party is going to be held in, which is most likely going to be Disneyland.

This is a Halloween Time thread, so you will never find me hoping for a lack of Halloween in the parks! I just can't hope for less Halloween. Halloween Time is already underdeveloped as it is, and to remove anything from the decorations would make a big impact.

 

[White Rose]

This is a Halloween Time thread, so you will never find me hoping for a lack of Halloween in the parks! I just can't hope for less Halloween. Halloween Time is already underdeveloped as it is, and to remove anything from the decorations would make a big impact.

We love Halloween...don't get me wrong...I mean...we get 150 kids and growing each year coming out to see our Halloween decorations. We stalk Halloween stores. We buy something new every year to add to the growing display. We cover 3 houses total. (We are THOSE people...) with not so scary animatronics, an inflatable walk through motion activated haunted house that lights up, bats hanging from the ceiling...a spooky green and purple lit graveyard and tons of animated miniatures in the garage, a small bewitching area with funny witchy stuff on the walls and tables....we even have a remote controlled broom that chases adults...we give out toys AND candy, with options for allergy free, gluten free and sugar free alternatives so everyone can partipate. ( we are a teal pumpkin house for allergy free alternatives!.) oh... And dog treats!

We always go in vacation in Oct. we were lucky enough to visit DL once before and went to a Halloween party. We have not had the opportunity to be in DL for an anniversary celebration! I am hoping for both...! And yea.. I wanna trick or treat. But...if I had to choose a once in a lifetime experience to see the 60th anniversary stuff OR Halloween...see what I am saying? We are not local to CA...it is literally multiple thousands of miles away.

I think and hope we will get both. I just hope my hubby and I are there long enough to see the fireworks and PTN.

 

[HopLow1968]

How far in advance is the entertainment schedule released? I'm wondering about PTN, WoC, F!, Fireworks, etc during the halloween season. If there will be nightly shows on any of it, etc. This and the MHP party dates are pretty much the last bits of info I really need to know before we go.

 

[theluckyrabbit]

Entertainment schedule info is usually released about 6 weeks or so out from the date in question. The schedule will fill in with more details as the date approaches.

 

[seobaina]

We always go in vacation in Oct. we were lucky enough to visit DL once before and went to a Halloween party. We have not had the opportunity to be in DL for an anniversary celebration! I am hoping for both...! And yea.. I wanna trick or treat. But...if I had to choose a once in a lifetime experience to see the 60th anniversary stuff OR Halloween...see what I am saying? We are not local to CA...it is literally multiple thousands of miles away.

I think and hope we will get both. I just hope my hubby and I are there long enough to see the fireworks and PTN.

Same here. I love Halloween and really want a party but I'm coming from the UK so I can't just PPP back after the holiday season. I want to see the 60th stuff because I won't get another chance for that x

 

[mommy2mrb]

excited I booked our airfare and hotel last night! had enough points to cover airfare just paid taxes $22.40! and one night of our hotel! just have to buy park tickets and the ever elusive Halloween party tickets...come on Disney we need details!

 

[SDGal]

Hi everyone! I'm planning a trip to DLR for the 2nd week in October. The last time we went, we missed the Halloween party, but would like to catch it this year, as we really loved the Christmas Party in WDW and wanted to see the west coast experience. Our current plan is: 2 days at DL, 1 day at DCA and 1 day for Halloween party. So here are my questions (and I apologize if they've been addressed, which I'm sure they have!)

* Are there only fireworks on party nights?
* Do partygoers get early admission (4-5pm) into the park?
*Is it worth the extra crowds to rethink our current plan (Mon-Fri vacation) to a weekend to have an opportunity to have longer park hours, or is the park likely to close almost every night for the parties anyway?

 

[maltdizzy]

* Are there only fireworks on party nights?

For several years now the Halloween Screams fireworks are performed only on party nights. "Regular" fireworks and Fantasmic are usually presented on weekends. Non-party weekday nights usually do not have fireworks or Fantasmic, and the park usually closes around 8 PM.

* Do partygoers get early admission (4-5pm) into the park?

Historically, yes. Haven't been in some time, but you used to be able to get up as early as 3 PM for a 6PM party.

*Is it worth the extra crowds to rethink our current plan (Mon-Fri vacation) to a weekend to have an opportunity to have longer park hours, or is the park likely to close almost every night for the parties anyway?

That is really up to you. Crowds on Halloween weekends are usually busy, but they also may be your only chance to see the Anniversary Fireworks, Fantasmic! and possibly Paint the Night parade. However...schedules not out yet, so nothing is confirmed.

The last couple of years, it's been Tues and Fri parties early in October and Mon, Wed, and Fri parties later. If the rumors are right, we might at least know that part by the end of this week....of course, been waiting a while now already.

 

[SDGal]

Thanks so much for the answers! I am getting very antsy for dates! Looking at info from last year, it's easy to guess what the schedule is going to look like, but the second I schedule based on an assumption, I'll be proven wrong

 

[haileymarie92]

Guys look!!! I think we get an announcement today. The disneyland MHP ticket page has changed!! It says when tickets go on sale!!

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/tickets/events/


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