HalloweenTime at DLR Superthread- 9/14-10/31; Mickey's Halloween Party starts 9/28!

[jaylensmom]

Last year was our first year...DS had a blast...We'll be back this year I just have to find out when my son will be on break at school in October...

 

[DreamtheImpossible]

How are the crowds usually during the week days in October? Since school is still going on.

 

[Sherry E]

How are the crowds usually during the week days in October? Since school is still going on.

Hi, DreamtheImpossible! Welcome to the DIS and to this thread!

Well, there is no denying that the crowds have gotten more substantial for the Halloween season in the last few years. It's become a very popular time to visit the parks. Last year was when World of Color debuted, so that automatically brought a lot of people. This year we will get the new Little Mermaid ride and also the new version of Star Tours. I anticipate that both of those things will only increase crowds for the rest of the year.

The other thing to consider is that the first part of October - generally up until Columbus Day or so - is busy due to various school breaks (in other states) and special events. Once Columbus Day passes, it slows down a little bit until the days leading up to Halloween itself, and then picks up again.

Generally, people seem to say that weekdays (excluding Fridays) are not too bad. There will be a Halloween party on at least one night during the week in addition to Friday. It will most likely be Tuesdays.

 

[Sherry E]

That's a good ol' fashioned Halloween Tiime Information Boogie bump!

 

[6Smiles]

I keep reading that the first couple of week of October are really busy and then it calms down. When you say busy are we talking spring break busy, summer busy or just busier than off season? Weekdays should be okay? I know about gay days and columbus day but is the middle of the week chaotic?
Kris

 

[Sherry E]

I keep reading that the first couple of week of October are really busy and then it calms down. When you say busy are we talking spring break busy, summer busy or just busier than off season? Weekdays should be okay? I know about gay days and columbus day but is the middle of the week chaotic?
Kris

Kris - Sorry it took so long for me to reply. I couldn't get online last night and I thought someone else would have answered, but they left you hanging!!

Well, I think it's safe to say "just busier than off season." Busier than it used to be in October, but not up to Summer or holiday levels just yet.

I am finding, when reading these boards, that people have such different views of crowds and what is manageable vs. horrific. I have literally seen different people recap the same day or time frame, and one person will say it was ridiculously crowded and they couldn't deal with it, while the next person will say it was no big deal!!

Even if it is a proven fact that there are X number of people in the park (like, let's just pick any number at random and say 20,000 people), you can bet that someone will say it was crazy crowded and someone else will say every ride was a walk-on!!

The thing is, since about 2008 or so, October has picked way up in crowds (the CM's have even agreed with this). It is no longer really an off-peak season, though it may be considered more off-peak than Christmas time or Summer. Now that all these new things are being added to DLR, the crowds will probably only increase overall, on a general level, even during the times when it is less crowded.

I think that mid-week days would be less likely to be chaotic than Thurs.-Sun. Even when I was at DLR in December, peak season, the Wednesday I was there seemed to have the lowest crowds I saw for my entire trip. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday all seemed extremely crowded to me, whereas Wednesday lightened up considerably. I would assume that October will have a similar pattern.

 

[6Smiles]

Thanks Sherry. I have found that I am a bit of a thread killer so I tend to keep my posts to a minimum even though I am on more then it shows. I've been enjoying the Trip Reports and off to read more. Got to find out if there is a new fillie or colt in the family .

 

[TheColtonsMom]

Thanks Sherry. I have found that I am a bit of a thread killer so I tend to keep my posts to a minimum even though I am on more then it shows. I've been enjoying the Trip Reports and off to read more. Got to find out if there is a new fillie or colt in the family .

If you are talking about my colt or filly Rowan was in labor all night then stopped abruptly this morning..So all night in the wind & snow and still no baby...This is getting almost as bad as when I had my kids..anticipation is killing me!

 

[6Smiles]

If you are talking about my colt or filly Rowan was in labor all night then stopped abruptly this morning..So all night in the wind & snow and still no baby...This is getting almost as bad as when I had my kids..anticipation is killing me!

Actually I was! I know how the anticipation of a new baby/ animal can be. I spent two summers working with a large animal vet in upstate New York, not to mention my own ewe and sows when younger. I can not wait to find out the name of this colt or filly, and vote if you decide to have a poll. I am checking your thread constantly for your announcement .
Kris

 

[funatdisney]

Actually I was! I know how the anticipation of a new baby/ animal can be. I spent two summers working with a large animal vet in upstate New York, not to mention my own ewe and sows when younger. I can not wait to find out the name of this colt or filly, and vote if you decide to have a poll. I am checking your thread constantly for your announcement .
Kris

Me, too!


BTW, this afternoon, I was able to book a room with my points at the VGC for Monday, Oct 24 to Thursday, Oct 27. I am hoping a MHP will be scheduled for any one of those weekday nights. But not to worry, it there isn't. I do have a reservation at the Anaheim Marriott Suites for Oct. 27 to Saturday, 29th. That should cover any possibility for attending MHP. I had booked the Marriott just in case I couldn't get a booking at the VGC. I'll wait for the MHP announcement before I cancel the Marriott reservation.

I have made it a personal goal to attend MHP (and its various names over the years) every year and have been able to keep my goal since the very first party in DCA. It looks good to keeping up on my goal this year. I was getting worried there for a bit.

 

[6Smiles]

Me, too!


BTW, this afternoon, I was able to book a room with my points at the VGC for Monday, Oct 24 to Thursday, Oct 27. I am hoping a MHP will be scheduled for any one of those weekday nights. But not to worry, it there isn't. I do have a reservation at the Anaheim Marriott Suites for Oct. 27 to Saturday, 29th. That should cover any possibility for attending MHP. I had booked the Marriott just in case I couldn't get a booking at the VGC. I'll wait for the MHP announcement before I cancel the Marriott reservation.

I have made it a personal goal to attend MHP (and its various names over the years) every year and have been able to keep my goal since the very first party in DCA. It looks good to keeping up on my goal this year. I was getting worried there for a bit.

YAY Congratulations! I know how much you were hoping for the VGC! I think Monday to Thursday there will have to be a party for one of those days. So happy for you!
Kris

 

[funatdisney]

YAY Congratulations! I know how much you were hoping for the VGC! I think Monday to Thursday there will have to be a party for one of those days. So happy for you!
Kris

Thanks, Kris. You are so kind to keep me in mind. I am always on pins and needles when I book VGC at 7 months. I always wonder if they will have any rooms! I usually use my VGC points for my Oct trip, but decided on using them for a Christmas trip this year. Now, I just hope that the MHP won't be on Thursday night. I would hate to have to attend a party the same day I check out. That is the main reason why I am keeping the Marriott reservation. I just don't want to travel home after four days in DLR and after a MHP. Wish they would announce those dates!

 

[6Smiles]

Thanks, Kris. You are so kind to keep me in mind. I am always on pins and needles when I book VGC at 7 months. I always wonder if they will have any rooms! I usually use my VGC points for my Oct trip, but decided on using them for a Christmas trip this year. Now, I just hope that the MHP won't be on Thursday night. I would hate to have to attend a party the same day I check out. That is the main reason why I am keeping the Marriott reservation. I just don't want to travel home after four days in DLR and after a MHP. Wish they would announce those dates!

Creepy smiley dancer guy luck to you (I think I'll hunt down a more halloweeny dancer than this creepy dude. He reminds me of Jack (Jack in the Box without the hat) . I don't think they would do Thursday/ Friday. A Tuesday or Wednesday party makes more logistical sense since Wednesday is typically the slowest day of the week. Drumming up business on slower days just makes pratical business sense.

 

[funatdisney]

I hope that is true. you never can tell with Disney. Crazy like a fox, they are.

If creepy dancer is the best I can get to some luck with that darn announcement, I'll take it, but hurry and find a better Halloween dude. I know folks have grown fond of the creepy dancing dude, but I, for one, would like another option.

 

[funatdisney]

Oh, I just realized that since I have booked my room today, I have exactly 7 months to my October Halloween Time vacation.

I will have to change my ticker.

 

[TheColtonsMom]

Creepy smiley dancer guy luck to you (I think I'll hunt down a more halloweeny dancer than this creepy dude. He reminds me of Jack (Jack in the Box without the hat) . I don't think they would do Thursday/ Friday. A Tuesday or Wednesday party makes more logistical sense since Wednesday is typically the slowest day of the week. Drumming up business on slower days just makes pratical business sense.

Oh please share if you manage a new Halloween good luck dancer..In the mean time here is some luck for us all...

 

[Sherry E]

Creepy Dancing Guy is the mascot for the Halloween Time Information Boogie - I picked him myself in the first thread!

While we can have other guest 'dancers' to help elicit information, don't go messing with or trying to oust my original mascot!

 

[TheColtonsMom]

Creepy Dancing Guy is the mascot for the Halloween Time Information Boogie - I picked him myself in the first thread!

While we can have other guest 'dancers' to help elicit information, don't go messing with or trying to oust my original mascot!

Who is trying to oust him just thought he might like some one new to dance with

 

[CrystalS]

Hi everyone, just saw this thread and see that this will be happening during our visit at the end of Sept (25th-29th).
Can anyone tell me how much decoration and halloween-ness to expect at this time?

We don't celebrate Halloween, guess I should have researched a little more into it, I thought they didn't start decorating until October, so I thought we'd miss it. Opps.
I know us adults can ignore it, but just wondering what to expect for our 4yr old.

Thanks

 

[Sherry E]

Who is trying to oust him just thought he might like some one new to dance with

Liza is trying to get rid of him! Nooooooo!