HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread #5-- HALLOWEENTIME STARTS SEPT. 9!! SOLD OUT!!

[AussieCaribou]

I am 55 days out and was able to book character dining yesterday.

Still no WOC or Frozen pre show though.

 

[S. Lopez]

I've never done the tour and booked this morning for 9/9. I hope it's not a let down!

 

[AussieCaribou]

I've never done the tour and booked this morning for 9/9. I hope it's not a let down!

I'm sure you won't be let down. Happiest Haunts tour has changed this year, so no one really knows what is going to happen on it. The gos is suggestive of something amazing.

Would love to hear a review when you are done.

 

[lindyv321]

I am 55 days out and was able to book character dining yesterday.

Still no WOC or Frozen pre show though.

I think the Frozen package is ending on 9/5

Few more questions regarding the party..
We are going to the first Monday night party and am wondering what time do people start getting in place for the nighttime entertainment on Main Street? I may have asked this a few months ago but don't remember... Also thanks to some tips on another thread I'm curious as to what others party night plans include and what order you do things.

 

[dark54555]

Hoping they start posting the October WoC reservations soon; been checking every morning. I thought maybe they'd pop up after the website was experiencing some major errors earlier today, but no such luck.

 

[SeaPic]

I just found out I may be in Long Beach for a September meeting during a week with two parties! I'm seriously considering going. I'd head out after the meeting so I probably won't be there until the party starts. I'll be going again late October with the whole family so we will be running around like crazy then.

Besides calmly checking out the decorations, any suggestions for things to do as a solo party goer?

 

[WestMom2two]

I am 55 days out and was able to book character dining yesterday.

Still no WOC or Frozen pre show though.

Which one? I just checked online and they are not showing any reservation times in October for Minnie & Friends at Plaza inn. I'm curious if they just aren't available or if I have to call in.

 

[jammyjam25]

Which one? I just checked online and they are not showing any reservation times in October for Minnie & Friends at Plaza inn. I'm curious if they just aren't available or if I have to call in.

We were also able to make our character breakfast (Surf's Up)reservation for October 5 already. It seems to be the in-park character breakfast that aren't available, probably for the same reason that WoC packages aren't available yet.

 

[mom2rtk]

We were also able to make our character breakfast (Surf's Up)reservation for October 5 already. It seems to be the in-park character breakfast that aren't available, probably for the same reason that WoC packages aren't available yet.

It really sounds like they're not ready to commit on park hours yet.

 

[MikeRx]

I just entered my restaurant and event dates window as well and am waiting for a WOC dessert party for October 10th to open up. I second the "waiting to commit to park hours" is keeping some of the park table service event driven meals in October in limbo for now. I was happy to see the WOC dessert party looks like it will survive past September 5th as you can book it through the end of September. I know I dont have to book everything for October now, but it makes me happy to do so...

For what it's worth, checking Touring Plans last year they predicted crowds of 4-6 for Columbus week (similar to this year's predictions) only to see 8-10's..., so if you are going the week of October 10th this year beware that there may be a few more "foolish mortals" about...including Han Solo and company.

Mike

 

[Astylla]

I'm sure you won't be let down. Happiest Haunts tour has changed this year, so no one really knows what is going to happen on it. The gos is suggestive of something amazing.

Would love to hear a review when you are done.

I was going to make a trip just for this tour because it was SO GOOD last year but the changes they seem to be making makes me too wary. I think I'll do the holiday tour instead since we've never done it. It's a shame because Master Gracey as our host was sensational. And last year it was also in the late afternoon into evening which just heightened the experience. I have to admit I'm so happy we went last year because this isn't nearly as appealing.

From the website:

An Intriguing Journey
Brace yourself for gripping tales about the famous antebellum house.
This year, the land of the living is invited on an eye-popping exploration of how the Haunted Mansion came to be.

On this guided tour, you’ll learn how Walt Disney’s team of Imagineers used their creativity and tech-savviness to conjure up such a spirited experience full of special effects and jump-worthy surprises.

Plus, your Tour Guide will share behind-the-scenes stories about the attraction’s design, construction and opening day in August of 1969.

The Ghoulish Details
Dates: Held daily from September 9, 2016 through October 31, 2016.
Tour Times: Tours will step off at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Price: $85, plus tax for Guests ages 3 years of age and older; Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members receive a 15% discount. Separate theme park admission is required for all Disneyland Resort Tours: admission is not included in the Tour price.
Group Size: A maximum of 15 Guests are permitted per tour.
Fun Extras: All tour Guests will receive a baked treat, an exclusive collectible tour pin and button and a FASTPASS ticket (to be used on the day of your tour) for Haunted Mansion Holiday, a glimpse at what it looks like when 2 holidays collide–Halloween and Christmas.

Please note: Tour or tour elements are also subject to cancellation without notice due to, without limitation, attraction availability, inclement weather or other conditions.

Photo Credit: image inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas

 

[AussieCaribou]

Which one? I just checked online and they are not showing any reservation times in October for Minnie & Friends at Plaza inn. I'm curious if they just aren't available or if I have to call in.

Surfs up...it looks like they aren't bringing out the in park, entertainment reliant ADRs yet.

I was going to make a trip just for this tour because it was SO GOOD last year but the changes they seem to be making makes me too wary. I think I'll do the holiday tour instead since we've never done it. It's a shame because Master Gracey as our host was sensational. And last year it was also in the late afternoon into evening which just heightened the experience. I have to admit I'm so happy we went last year because this isn't nearly as appealing.

From the website:

An Intriguing Journey
Brace yourself for gripping tales about the famous antebellum house.
This year, the land of the living is invited on an eye-popping exploration of how the Haunted Mansion came to be.

On this guided tour, you’ll learn how Walt Disney’s team of Imagineers used their creativity and tech-savviness to conjure up such a spirited experience full of special effects and jump-worthy surprises.

Plus, your Tour Guide will share behind-the-scenes stories about the attraction’s design, construction and opening day in August of 1969.

The Ghoulish Details
Dates: Held daily from September 9, 2016 through October 31, 2016.
Tour Times: Tours will step off at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Price: $85, plus tax for Guests ages 3 years of age and older; Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members receive a 15% discount. Separate theme park admission is required for all Disneyland Resort Tours: admission is not included in the Tour price.
Group Size: A maximum of 15 Guests are permitted per tour.
Fun Extras: All tour Guests will receive a baked treat, an exclusive collectible tour pin and button and a FASTPASS ticket (to be used on the day of your tour) for Haunted Mansion Holiday, a glimpse at what it looks like when 2 holidays collide–Halloween and Christmas.

Please note: Tour or tour elements are also subject to cancellation without notice due to, without limitation, attraction availability, inclement weather or other conditions.

Photo Credit: image inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas

We did the Holiday Tour a few years ago and loved it! Would definitely do it again.

Going to try the happiest haunts this time.

 

[Niltiac]

I have to admit I'm so happy we went last year because this isn't nearly as appealing.

It sounds like they're going to explain how all the illusions and special effects work, which would be worth the price as a unique experience if they walked you through HM demonstrating them, which isn't practical while the ride is running. I agree that standing outside HM talking about all the special effects going on inside the building sounds like a let-down for the price. But from what I've heard the tours are nearly always quality experiences, so I've got to believe they've got something special in the works that isn't obvious from the description.

 

[ten6mom]

It really sounds like you're not ready to commit on park hours yet.

But I am soooo ready for commitment! I promise!!!

 

[mom2rtk]

But I am soooo ready for commitment! I promise!!!

LOL, I botched that. I meant "they're not ready to commit"!

 

[ten6mom]

LOL, I botched that. I meant "they're not ready to commit"!

I figured.... but it was still funny. And *I* am ready... more than ready... to commit! Darn commitment-phobic Disney!

 

[WestMom2two]

I figured.... but it was still funny. And *I* am ready... more than ready... to commit! Darn commitment-phobic Disney!

They are driving me nuts with this delayed posting of hours! I'm going to call this morning, you know, and be annoying

 

[Kindermouse]

Is it just me or this delay with schedules getting ridiculous. I cant think of another trip where I felt like they were so late in posting it. Or maybe I just forget the frustrations and only remember the fun?

 

[lindyv321]

It does seem like they are behind in releasing schedules. Maybe because of the end of the 60th??

 

[Niltiac]

It does seem like they are behind in releasing schedules. Maybe because of the end of the 60th??

I was thinking that too - maybe they are waiting (just like the rest of us) to see whether the increased crowds from the past year will diminish after the 60th or will stick around. Hopefully that means if attendance stays high they won't shorten the hours too much in the off season, but they really can't wait until after 9/5 to make any decisions.