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

[rentayenta]

Sorry it's taken a bit to report back. We went to the 9/23 party and we had a blast! The ride lines were short, candy lines were disorganized but they gave good treats. We loved meeting Cruella. Lines for the characters were loooong. The parade was AWESOME! We watched the fireworks while riding BTMRR which is always a favorite of ours.

 

[WestMom2two]

How strict have they been on costumes. Have you seen anyone turned away?

 

[rentayenta]

^^ We didn't but I paid no attention at the gates. I did see a few really revealing costumes though and I am not a prude.

They checked wristbands all night which I thought was great!

 

[Kindermouse]

^^ We didn't but I paid no attention at the gates. I did see a few really revealing costumes though and I am not a prude.

They checked wristbands all night which I thought was great!

This fits what I have seen in the past. THough Disney always had rules against overly revealing clothing I have seen people in Halloween costumes that were...WOW...just WOW.

I think the focus on costumes-and the reason for the new guidelines is safety. You could smuggle a great many things under a floor length hoop skirt, but not much can be hiding under transparent spandex lace that barely cover your bum. While I'd be more comfortable in a park filled with the hoop skirts I see where they are going with it. Now if we could just get them to be equally concerned about the 2 inches of transparent spandex stretched over nearly exposed bodies and call foul on both then I would certainly feel happier and like my little kids and my teenage boy were in an appropriate place for family fun. I almost wish they had a party or two just for adults so that there would be a time and place for such costumes (everyone has a right to enjoy Walt's Park-It's not just for little kids) and then those of us that don't want our kids to see such costume could avoid those nights.

As it was the last time we saw a real doozy of a costume I just kept walking in the opposite direction when I saw them coming and when I got uncomfortable enough we just left the park. I am also not a prude but when I feel embarrassed and uncomfortable looking at people I know its time to steer the kids the other way.

 

[Comicbookmommy]

Just back from our trip. We went to parties on the 28th (Wed) and the 30th (Fri). Here's some thoughts!

-The Wednesday party was WAY less crowded! Was the 28th sold out like the 30th? On Wednesday, it was awesome. treat trails were not very crowded, and there was plenty of walking space. Friday ALL NIGHT was crowded in the usual places, to the point I felt really uncomfortable. You could find a quiet spot if you really needed to, but getting around the park felt chaotic.

-I seemed to get less candy this year, which was fine with me, but I did note it. I saw people carrying HUGE sacks of candy still though

- I was able to snag a curb spot for the parade right in front of the train station 20 minutes beforehand. But this was on WED., on FRI. I noticed it filled up WAY quicker.

-I cancelled my BB package as I saw the parade easily on WED. Sad that Mystical Spirits is gone, but my wallet is happy.

-The parade was pretty great, but a lot shorter than I thought it'd be. There was more space in between things. I loved the Headless Horseman, but almost missed him because he came so far ahead of the parade (10 min?) and was quiet.

-I missed the Annual Pass treat from other years (big rice crispy frosted thing). This time it was a little tote, but nothing amazing.

- Costumes: My eldest had a costume with a prop (foam crowbar) and they tested it out at security but it passed as it was flexible (nothing worse than what they sell in parks). My other son was an inflatable T-Rex, and was totally fine, just neeed to roll up his tail so it didn't drag on the ground. They seemed pretty on top of costumes.

-Was checked for wristbands early in the night, but definitely not later. Though, I may not have noticed if they were checking as we passed.


Overall it was very fun. Have a great time, everyone!

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[GenGen22]

All Mickey's Halloween Party nights are now sold out except for the 19th

I knew I should have picked this day instead of the 21st oh well...

 

[minnieralyks]

I knew I should have picked this day instead of the 21st oh well...

I'm sure it will sell out closer to the date. I would be really surprised if it didn't.

 

[Utah_Disnerds]

I'm sure it will sell out closer to the date. I would be really surprised if it didn't.

All parties are sold out now

 

[GenGen22]

I'm sure it will sell out closer to the date. I would be really surprised if it didn't.

Well I guess it didn't matter what day as it's sold out. Hopefully because it's a Wednesday DCA won't be as packed as we are still planning to go on our arrival day.

 

[minnieralyks]

After seeing a very close and scary near-accident this morning and with the way people have been driving around here, I'm so excited to not have to drive while at Disneyland for a whole week! That's one of the perks of vacation, being able to just walk to wherever we need to go. I can't even imagine driving in California! Too many people! lol

 

[Kilala]

I will post pictures from all of my MHP nights so far by next weekend. I'm going again October 3rd and Oct 26th

 

[Scootypuffjr]

Been trying for a reservation for Blue Bayou for the last 2 weeks since DH just told me he's always been interested in going there and DS wants to actually watch the parade (he always says he hates parades) and finally snagged one early this morning for Friday's party! So excited! 5 more days!

 

[allsaintsatx]

Been trying for a reservation for Blue Bayou for the last 2 weeks since DH just told me he's always been interested in going there and DS wants to actually watch the parade (he always says he hates parades) and finally snagged one early this morning for Friday's party! So excited! 5 more days!

Nice!! That's such a great feeling, isn't it? To get that last minute reservation you though was impossible to get!

 

[cruisehopeful]

Been trying for a reservation for Blue Bayou for the last 2 weeks since DH just told me he's always been interested in going there and DS wants to actually watch the parade (he always says he hates parades) and finally snagged one early this morning for Friday's party! So excited! 5 more days!

Congrats! I've been checking every day for my party night and haven't had anything come through. Reading your success will help keep me motivated to try and try again.

 

[Scootypuffjr]

Nice!! That's such a great feeling, isn't it? To get that last minute reservation you though was impossible to get!

I've never been able to pull it off before.

Congrats! I've been checking every day for my party night and haven't had anything come through. Reading your success will help keep me motivated to try and try again.

Yes! Keep trying. I just left the page open on my phone so that every time I pull up my browser to look at something I would check. Good luck!

 

[Davidg83]

Just back from our trip. We went to parties on the 28th (Wed) and the 30th (Fri). Here's some thoughts!

-The Wednesday party was WAY less crowded! Was the 28th sold out like the 30th? On Wednesday, it was awesome. treat trails were not very crowded, and there was plenty of walking space. Friday ALL NIGHT was crowded in the usual places, to the point I felt really uncomfortable. You could find a quiet spot if you really needed to, but getting around the park felt chaotic.

-I seemed to get less candy this year, which was fine with me, but I did note it. I saw people carrying HUGE sacks of candy still though

- I was able to snag a curb spot for the parade right in front of the train station 20 minutes beforehand. But this was on WED., on FRI. I noticed it filled up WAY quicker.

-I cancelled my BB package as I saw the parade easily on WED. Sad that Mystical Spirits is gone, but my wallet is happy.

-The parade was pretty great, but a lot shorter than I thought it'd be. There was more space in between things. I loved the Headless Horseman, but almost missed him because he came so far ahead of the parade (10 min?) and was quiet.

-I missed the Annual Pass treat from other years (big rice crispy frosted thing). This time it was a little tote, but nothing amazing.

- Costumes: My eldest had a costume with a prop (foam crowbar) and they tested it out at security but it passed as it was flexible (nothing worse than what they sell in parks). My other son was an inflatable T-Rex, and was totally fine, just neeed to roll up his tail so it didn't drag on the ground. They seemed pretty on top of costumes.

-Was checked for wristbands early in the night, but definitely not later. Though, I may not have noticed if they were checking as we passed.


Overall it was very fun. Have a great time, everyone!

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I was at Wednesday's party too and it was much less crowded than previous parties I have been to (I've always gone on Fridays in the past). I ended up with so much candy it's ridiculous. I was in Toon Town right as they were closing and the cast members on that treat trail were giving out giant handfuls of candy at each stop. I loved the parade too, especially the whole Haunted Mansion section!

 

[rwhistler92]

I was at Wednesday's party too and it was much less crowded than previous parties I have been to (I've always gone on Fridays in the past). I ended up with so much candy it's ridiculous. I was in Toon Town right as they were closing and the cast members on that treat trail were giving out giant handfuls of candy at each stop. I loved the parade too, especially the whole Haunted Mansion section!

What time does Toon Town close on party nights?

 

[aidansmother]

-I missed the Annual Pass treat from other years (big rice crispy frosted thing). This time it was a little tote, but nothing amazing.

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Can you post a picture of the tote? Or at least give dimensions? We are trying to decide if we want to bring bags to carry candy to the party, but if the AP one is big enough, I won't bother. TIA

 

[kiapepito]

Been trying for a reservation for Blue Bayou for the last 2 weeks since DH just told me he's always been interested in going there and DS wants to actually watch the parade (he always says he hates parades) and finally snagged one early this morning for Friday's party! So excited! 5 more days!

Did you grab the reservation at 6:30 pm? I had released mine at that time!

 

[lalasmama]

Can you post a picture of the tote? Or at least give dimensions? We are trying to decide if we want to bring bags to carry candy to the party, but if the AP one is big enough, I won't bother. TIA

The regular candy bag is about the size of a small gift bag (3x5 maybe, and 8 inches tall?). The AP tote looked a little bigger than one of those reusable grocery totes, but wider in width (maybe 12 in tall, and 16 in wide?).