Meeting Characters at Not So Scary

[My Laughin' Place]

Hi, Im a new member.
My new bride and I will be celebrating the first night of our Disneymoon trip at Mickey's Not So Scary on 10/15 this year. This will be our first time for the Halloween Party, so we have lots of questions. We are very much into Halloween, and are very excited to start our Honeymoon with the Not So Scary party.

My fiance wants to meet and get photos with characters. Can we please get info and advice from veterans ?

Does anyone know who will be there to meet and greet this year ?
Am I correct in assuming that Photopass photogs will be with all the characters ?
Are the characters located on a map, so we can plan in advance, or do you discover them as you go ?
How bad are the lines ?
I am thinking we will focus on meeting characters and shopping early on (right away, at 7pm); then do the castle show; 10 PM fireworks; get a spot for the late parade; and then watch the midnight Hocus Pocus show. Is this a good plan - or am I missing any big events (we dont need to trick or treat, unless that is a way to meet characters).

Any help is GREATLY appreciated, as I want to make this night as magical as possible for my Disney dream of a new wife. THANKS !

 

[Raenstoirm]

There has only been one party so far, but Kenny is really good about laying things out for you (kennythepirate).