Mickeys Backyard BBQ

[poteat_3177]

is this show geared more towards little kids? I have an 11 year old step son who loves good BBQ and I'm pretty sure he would love the food, but would he like to show.

My husband and I are going to disney with his son and mother and have plans one night for DH and I to have a special night by ourselve, and then for my step-son and MIL to have a special night together somewhere as well and I was thinking this show might be perfect for that, but was just wondering how this would appeal to that age group? would another show be more fitting?

 

[mom2aredhead]

Normally when people ask about it, I'm quick to recommend giving it a try, but with younger kids. Honestly, I wouldn't recommend it for a boy that age. The characters come out and dance with the kids, which I doubt he'd be into. They play country western music, and do some other things when the characters are on a break, but the fun part for the little kids is getting to dance with Mickey, etc.
Frankly, the food isn't that good either. It's OK - burgers, hot dogs, chicken and ribs...but if you're going because you like "good BBQ" this isn't the place.

Sorry if this wrecks your plans - but it's kind of expensive and I'd hate for you to be disappointed.

 

[nklooz]

What about our 9 yo daughter who loves characters and loves to dance? Will she still be "too old".

Thanks!

 

[poteat_3177]

Sorry if this wrecks your plans - but it's kind of expensive and I'd hate for you to be disappointed.

no, I appreciate your advice, I want my step-son to have the best time and I want him to have a special night with his grandma, they are very close. and I kinda thought he might be too old for this.

We have the DDP so this would be 2 table service points - is there any other shows or meal that might be good for him and his gma to go together that are more his age??

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

If your stepson enjoys good bbq...this is NOT the place to go. I thought the food was lousy (and I generally do not complain about Disney food). The entertainment is geared toward young children and country fans. It's definately not worth 2 credits on the dining plan.

 

[Mickdeb]

ITA with PP.
I would recommend the HDDR (Hoop Dee Doo Revue). It too is 2 credits, but the food is better, not a buffet like Mickey's BBBQ, they serve your table family style. Also the show is entertaining, unlike Mickey's BBBQ.

 

[momof3girls6712]

We went to the BBQ in August 2007 and my girls ages 11, 7, and 6 LOVED it! They are bummed that it isn't happening in Jan 2008 when we will be there again. They had a blast dancing with the characters and probally ate 15 slices of watermelon for desert. We had a blast.

 

[pickles]

forget the bbq and go with HDDR


the bbq was a total waste of time and money and the food was bad. My kids were 9-10 while there. They don't talk about it, but do talk about the HDDR