HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread #4

[lifesgr8]

I've been skimming the thread.... I've been to the party a few times. It's been a couple of years..... Anything new to know, prepare for or must do's?

 

[mommy2mrb]

I already did talk to a CM at city hall. Think he ran out of time and had started on the other side of the room. We still enjoyed the evening and not one to let things like this ruin my day.

 

[JoanneAZ]

Probably so. The parade might be delayed and then just run late, but I think the fireworks would be cancelled. I could be wrong, as I have never tried to see fireworks on a rainy night, but I assumed they were cancelled, just as they are when it's windy.

Actually I have watched fireworks at Disneyland in the rain. As long as it's not also windy, they can set off fireworks in the rain. Now, I don't know if ithe current show being more projections than fireworks changes that. In my experience, parades are usually cancelled in the rain.

 

[iKristin]

Woo!! It's party time on Wednesday!! Can't wait to party it up <3

 

[DLmama]

We arrive tomorrow! Party on Wednesday! Still need to finish laundry & pack, clean out the car and get an oil change. Now if the weather could cool down just a little bit.

 

[only hope]

We are here! Saw the tree at the Grand Californian and it was very neat. It smelled good too! I could only find one hidden mickey and I am sure there are more than that, but I had been up for 18 hours when we saw it!

 

[Mommy2PrincessAbby]

We are here! Saw the tree at the Grand Californian and it was very neat. It smelled good too! I could only find one hidden mickey and I am sure there are more than that, but I had been up for 18 hours when we saw it!

I read there are 13! I can't wait to see it myself! 2 weeks!

 

[jenhelgren]

Has anyone lined up for the villains about an hour after party start time? I am wondering how long the line will be and if we will have time before they cut the line for the parade??

I am also curious about the Wendy, Peter Pan, Cpt Hook meet at the party? How long has the line been when the party starts and do you get to meet all 3 by waiting in one line like the villains or do they rotate in and out? My kids are trying to get a plan together so they can get all their character meets in for the night!

 

[SeaPic]

Back from a scorching party on the 9th. I told DS11 and DD14 last Sunday we were going by giving them party invitations at breakfast. It took them a bit to figure it out. It’s so much fun when they finally do!

We got in late Thursday night and spent a few hours Friday morning at DTD and visited the tree in the GCH. Dang it was hot. DS decided to be the Mad Hatter complete with wig and jacket! It was going to be a long night!

We got to the turnstiles about 3:50. There were no lines. We headed to SM hoping for a FP but they were done for the day. 50 minute wait so we headed to BTMRR. There was a long line to pick up wristbands. BTMRR was maybe 15 minutes. We headed towards Fantasyland visiting the animals along the way (the goats did not have scarves L). They were all so hot. When we exited IASW around 5 people were already lining for the TT pre party! We went on a few more rides then grabbed some popcorn and drinks and sat in the shade to people watch. There are some really creative people out there! I’m talking to you lady dressed like King Candy and the couple dressed like Lumiere and Fifi! While we were deciding weather to join the TT line or not, a CM started chatting with us. When he found out we came from Seattle just for the party he asked what we were hoping to see. The kids wanted to go on rides and have never been on the Matterhorn. We were asking if the line eases up after the party starts and he ended up sprinkling some pixie dust and got us on right then with a little wait (this and riding Indiana Jones twice later, without getting off, were my kids favorite parts).

We headed to TT and walked right in. We hit 3 treat rails, waked onto RR and Go Coaster. DD loved the witches! The kids saw the characters from afar and were OK with not standing in line for pics so we headed back towards SM. I was surprised to see people lining up for treat rails outside before they opened since the ones in TT were open and our bags were ½ full from just those three. We got to SM and accidentally went through the treat trail there too. They stopped letting people without wristbands enter the que just before 7pm. It took us about 20 minutes and the line grew slowly behind us. They were funneling people out of Tommorowland when we headed into Star Tours. It was the longest line of the night with BTMRR after the fireworks a close second. 25-30 minutes. We headed to Adventureland and people were sitting on the curb for the parade – right before 8. Indiana Jones twice in a row, POTC, Cadaver Dans, another Treat Trail (we got healthy treats for evening snacks). On POTC the BB Dinner was at the pirates part (thanks to this thread I knew what it was!). They finished and were exiting as our boat passed under the bridge and heckled us!

Thanks again to this thread, I had an idea where to head to see the fireworks. We stood right at coke corner (people on curb and 1-2 deep standing but still found a spot where DS could see the last of PtN (they can’t wait to see the whole thing next month!). Then we moved into the street with the crown and ended up right where they rope a walkway across main street so a great view of Jack, Zero and the fireworks!

We headed back towards BTMRR and it quickly filled up. Honestly the treat trails and rides seemed worse! By 11 we called it quits and headed out.

My only regret was not shopping for the pins as soon as we got in. My son is a serious collector/trader. I had no idea they would sell out!

They both said they would do it again even with the heat and crowds.

 

[Dee2015]

Thanks again to this thread, I had an idea where to head to see the fireworks. We stood right at coke corner (people on curb and 1-2 deep standing but still found a spot where DS could see the last of PtN (they can’t wait to see the whole thing next month!). Then we moved into the street with the crown and ended up right where they rope a walkway across main street so a great view of Jack, Zero and the fireworks!

My only regret was not shopping for the pins as soon as we got in. My son is a serious collector/trader. I had no idea they would sell out!

Great report thanks SeaPic!!! Can I clarify a couple of thing please? Were you standing on the kurb at coke corner behind a few folks as the parade past and then when that finished you all moved forward towards the castle and you had an unobstructed view of the castle projections and the fireworks? Also, are you saying the Halloween party pins are completely sold out already? Thanks in advance

 

[Kilala]

It's 20 days untill Halloween It's also 3 days away from seeing my friend Christine and go to MHP. It 5 days away from going to MHP a second time by myself. I'm working hard to get my costume done for the Friday MHP. I should get it done on time. I have to work on the wig today I should be done in the next couple of days with the tail and wig.

 

[Doctor Who]

Hi can someone please post the schedule for the parade and the firework I've searched but can't seem to find it.
Thanks!

 

[Sherry E]

I feel bad for the Disney PR people and the Parks Blog, as they have to try to make it look like there is actually something Fall-esque happening in California Adventure. But really, all of these things were available in the Summer too!:

"Five Ways to Have Fun this Fall at Disney California Adventure Park" -- Disney Parks Blog; posted on October 12th, 2015 by Erin Glover, Social Media Director, Disneyland Resort -- http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...his-fall-at-disney-california-adventure-park/



This post from the Food Blog is more Fall-specific:

"Dining in Disneyland: Seasonal Fall Treats at Jolly Holiday Bakery and Café" -- Disney Food Blog; posted on October 10, 2015 By Heather Sievers - http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/...fall-treats-at-jolly-holiday-bakery-and-cafe/.

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Hi can someone please post the schedule for the parade and the firework I've searched but can't seem to find it.
Thanks!

Here you go (assuming you are asking about the schedule during the actual party and not on non-MHP nights?) - https://wdpromedia.disney.go.com/me...ickeys-halloween-party-trick-or-treat-map.pdf.

 

[Doctor Who]

Thank Sherry!

 

[Sherry E]

Keep the reviews and thoughts about your trips coming, folks! We have a few more weeks of Halloween Time, Mickey's Halloween Party and Mystical Spirits of the Blue Bayou to go. Feel free to also post photos of Halloween Time merchandise, foods, décor/scenery, etc.!

 

[SeaPic]

Great report thanks SeaPic!!! Can I clarify a couple of thing please? Were you standing on the kurb at coke corner behind a few folks as the parade past and then when that finished you all moved forward towards the castle and you had an unobstructed view of the castle projections and the fireworks? Also, are you saying the Halloween party pins are completely sold out already? Thanks in advance

Yes, we were behind folks sitting on the curb and perhaps one standing. As the parade passed we moved to the center of Main Street and a bit towards the castle to where they rope a cross walk break. I wouldn't say unobstructed as the trees do 'frame' the castle but my son, 4'8", was able to see Jack, Zero, castle projections without anyone directly in front of him.

As for the pins, they were out at the register and the CM called someone to verify they were 'sold out'. I got the impression they allocate a certain number for the party and not sold out altogether. Although I didn't ask for clarification. I think I read on this thread they were selling them during non party hours? I figured it was my fault for not stopping by the Emporium as soon as we entered.

 

[adamkat]

Yes please more posts and pics and tips. First time ever in under 2 weeks!!!!

 

[theluckyrabbit]

... As for the pins, they were out at the register and the CM called someone to verify they were 'sold out'. I got the impression they allocate a certain number for the party and not sold out altogether. Although I didn't ask for clarification. I think I read on this thread they were selling them during non party hours? I figured it was my fault for not stopping by the Emporium as soon as we entered.

In recent years, the party merchandise has been put out on the first party date. This year, the party pins were put out for everyone on 9/25 and the AP party pins and the set were sold out by 10/2. I would think with almost all the parties sold out this year, that the rest of the pins sold out not long after that. If your son wants a MHP pin badly, they are available on eBay.

 

[Sherry E]

Yes please more posts and pics and tips. First time ever in under 2 weeks!!!!

I agree -- we need more photos, pics, reports, etc., in this specific thread. Too often, people come back and don't post here. Or, 15 other threads pop up with different bits of info that could have been relayed (or questions that could have been asked) here. I keep saying all the time that there are some people who like to just pick a thread or two and follow it/them for updates and details, and they don't have time to scour the boards for multiple other threads. So it helps to have all Halloween-related info here, as well as wherever else it goes!!

 

[Kilala]

I found out the latest weather report. The rain day will be on Thursday which is a non MHP night. There is a 20% chance of rain on Wednesday. So if it dose rain on Wednesday it will probally after the party or close to the time it ends. I will keep you posted on the weather if it changes. Friday night is looking great as far as weather goes. There is another chance of rain on Sunday. It will be starting to cool off on Wedsnesday around 85 and in the 60s at night. Friday will be around 78. I can't wait for Wedsnesday and Friday night MHPs.