HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread #4

[missangelalexis]

In the Disneyland News Press Release from August, it said: "Guests will enjoy special photo locations with popular Disney pals, plus Disney villains. For Mickey’s Halloween Party only, Disney characters will be dressed in their Halloween costumes. During the day and on non-Halloween Party nights, Disney characters will wear their special Diamond Celebration attire."

Now, as we see from Oswald23's post above, at least some characters in Halloween attire are in Town Square -- which seems to contradict the implication of the press release. I am certain that the characters in 60th attire will be out, but I don't know when they will come out and the Halloween characters will vanish for the day.

My feeling is that, right now, in the 2 weeks before MHP begins, there will be characters in Halloween attire out and about. I suspect that when the party begins in 2 weeks, that's when the characters in costumes might 'disappear' in the daytime and become MHP exclusives. I could be completely wrong, but I can picture Disney doing something like that!

What you're saying makes a lot of sense! I'll be there next week so I am hoping I can catch at least a few characters in their 60th! I guess I'm being a little greedy and hoping to get the best of both worlds

 

[courtneybeth]

Instagram has photos of the Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House since NBC's overlay opened today. I won't post to spoil, but it looks awesome. Not as impressive as last year's house but still fun!

 

[Sherry E]

"First Look: Hatbox Ghost Joins the Celebration in Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland Park" -- Disney Parks Blog; posted on posted on September 11th, 2015 by Erin Glover, Social Media Director, Disneyland Resort -- http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...n-haunted-mansion-holiday-at-disneyland-park/.

Instagram has photos of the Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House since NBC's overlay opened today. I won't post to spoil, but it looks awesome. Not as impressive as last year's house but still fun!

Last year's house was a bit edgy for Disney. The weird, macabre iron maiden theme did not seem like something that they would normally do. It seemed like it was the brainchild of some hipster in the office, and not of the regular Imagineers. The house of cards theme is... safe.

 

[dolphingirl47]

Looking at the Disneyland app, they list Jafar and Queen of Hearts as being out today (along with Cruella and Evil Queen). Also lists Jack & Sally!

Curious to hear if Mickey, Minnie, etc are going to be out in costume during the mornings like someone mentioned.

That sounds promising. I have met Jack and the Queen of Hearts before, but never Jafar, the Evil Queen or Cruella.

We have some good news out of the Disneyland Resort today! Despite them previously claiming that there would be no daytime Halloween entertainment this year (as per the Disney Parks Blog), today, the first day of Halloweentime, has seen the VIPs on Main Street in their Halloween costumes, Jack and Sally in New Orleans Square, and Frollo in Fantasyland.

That sounds even better. I should be spoiled for character photos this time round. Frollo would be a real find.

Corinna

 

[courtneybeth]

Last year's house was a bit edgy for Disney. The weird, macabre iron maiden theme did not seem like something that they would normally do.

I think that's probably why we liked it so much.

 

[pudinhd]

Yummy!!!

Complete Guide to Eats During Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...s-during-halloween-time-at-disneyland-resort/

 

[Sherry E]

Yummy!!!

Complete Guide to Eats During Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...s-during-halloween-time-at-disneyland-resort/

They say "Complete," but it's not complete! No mention of a Fall Log (the fall equivalent of the Yule Log), or cake pops, or other things. It's a very good list, but it in no way includes everything! It's not complete, Disney -- false advertising!!!!

 

[courtneybeth]

@pudinhd -- Great post! Going to have to save on WW points and have a pumpkin muffin or Mickey bat cookie when I go next time. Everything looks so good!

 

[Comicbookmommy]

Yummy!!!

Complete Guide to Eats During Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...s-during-halloween-time-at-disneyland-resort/

Haha I messaged my husband the link and here were his replies (He's so cute ):

"ICE CREAM NACHOS?!?!?!!

HONEY!

ICE CREAM FREAKING NACHOS????

I'm leaving right now to go get Ice Cream Freaking Nachos"

 

[jammyjam25]

Yummy!!!

Complete Guide to Eats During Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...s-during-halloween-time-at-disneyland-resort/

I'm intrigued by the "seasonal Halloween Dessert Buffet" at PCH Grill! I wonder if this is separate from the dinner buffet or just replacing the desserts the current buffet has now?

Also, the Haunted Mansion cake is adorable! Can't wait to try that!

 

[Sherry E]

I'm intrigued by the "seasonal Halloween Dessert Buffet" at PCH Grill! I wonder if this is separate from the dinner buffet or just replacing the desserts the current buffet has now?

Also, the Haunted Mansion cake is adorable! Can't wait to try that!

My feeling was that they are probably replacing the current desserts with more fall-inspired treats (no strawberry shortcake, in other words). Hopefully someone will eat there now that Halloween Time has begun and let us know.

Also... I read somewhere (can't even recall where at this point) that the pretzel rods were being discontinued from the various candy shops. I am curious to know if anyone sees them as they are out surveying the treats today, or if the rods are actually gone!!!!

 

[lorijohnhill]

I'm doing the Halloween tour on 9/30 and I had a choice of 4pm or 4:15pm start time.

Why does all the food have to be spicy? It's getting to the point where it is very difficult to find anything I can eat at Disneyland.

 

[Sherry E]

I'm not a spicy food person either -- I never have been in my life, but even less so now that I am older and my stomach gets irritated more easily.

 

[Mommy2PrincessAbby]

I have two weeks till my final payment is due, 2 days till my 1st day is officially on the Disneyland website calendar... And apparently 6 weeks and 2 days to get moving on the treadmill so I can enjoy a bunch of these treats. I have wanted to try the pumpkin twist for a year now... Get in my belly!

 

[Sherry E]

The Jazz Kitchen Haunted Gingerbread House Building Workshop for D23 members is taking place on Sunday, October 25th - https://d23.com/d23-event/haunted-gingerbread-house-building-workshop/.

I would have to imagine that the same event for non-D23 folks will take place on Saturday, October 24th, but Jazz Kitchen has not posted the date on its site yet. That's when it should be, though. The Holiday season event will have a few extra dates.


Speaking of which, for those who want to enjoy another family-friendly/non-scary Halloween event that is not far from Disneyland, try the Anaheim Halloween Parade and Fall Festival, on Saturday, October 24th - http://anaheimhalloweenparade.org/. Some of Disneyland's horses usually participate in the Parade.

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[CassieF]

I'll do a quick little report in my visit today....Jack and Sally were out as usual, with Jack doing one solo set to start then Sally joining him for the rest of the day. The line was consistently 60-90 minutes. Haunted Mansionwas awesome, hatbox ghost was tastefully decorated and fit in well without ruining his look and the gingerbread house was cool and, as described above, "safe". Jafar was out where Aladdin meets, not sure if he switched out rotations with him but awesome to see him out. Frollo and Queen of Hearts were out in FL, as well as Evil Queen and Hook as usual. I'm guessing Cruella was out in Town Square as usual, but didn't see her myself.

So yeah, carnival is gone, with conjure a villain, but honestly, for villains, it is actually much better and easier to see, only no Maleficent...but Frollo, Queen of Hearts, and Jafar regularly is pretty cool...

 

[only hope]

Where is the gingerbread creation located within HM? Is it something you walk past in the queue?

I also hope the characters rotate between the Halloween and 60th outfits. Being from the other side of the country it's not like I can come back after the holidays!

 

[rwhistler92]

The gingerbread house is in the ballroom scene. I can't wait to see and smell it.

 

[Sherry E]

I'll do a quick little report in my visit today....Jack and Sally were out as usual, with Jack doing one solo set to start then Sally joining him for the rest of the day. The line was consistently 60-90 minutes. Haunted Mansionwas awesome, hatbox ghost was tastefully decorated and fit in well without ruining his look and the gingerbread house was cool and, as described above, "safe". Jafar was out where Aladdin meets, not sure if he switched out rotations with him but awesome to see him out. Frollo and Queen of Hearts were out in FL, as well as Evil Queen and Hook as usual. I'm guessing Cruella was out in Town Square as usual, but didn't see her myself.

So yeah, carnival is gone, with conjure a villain, but honestly, for villains, it is actually much better and easier to see, only no Maleficent...but Frollo, Queen of Hearts, and Jafar regularly is pretty cool...

Did you see the cute goats in Halloween scarves?

 

[Abbey1]

What's everyones favorite Halloween time food at Disneyland? It's our first time visiting during Halloween and I can't wait to try some yummy seasonal treats!