MK "Happily Ever After" Dessert Party (Parties) Discussion

[zebrastreyepz]

Just curious- how many of you will actually cancel if the reviews are bad? What would it take for you to not go? I think it's a crazy amount of money to spend but am hoping for hassle free with a good view.

I already did because I need more information before I will spend that kind of money on this revamped party.

When I bought my tickets, I was basing that decision on the snacks that were already offered and the "feel" for the comfort in the Garden.

We may do it again another time once I have more information and feedback.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Just curious- how many of you will actually cancel if the reviews are bad? What would it take for you to not go? I think it's a crazy amount of money to spend but am hoping for hassle free with a good view.

I’ll do most any Disney upcharge event. At least once.

I personally wouldn’t cancel as I like to experience things directly for myself. I’ll read reviews and form a frame of reference about what I may encounter on the ground just to be an educated consumer, but I likely wouldn’t cancel.

 

[ENJDisneyFan]

I’m just talking out loud here. Granted I’ve been proven wrong by WDW guest demand for upcharge events before, but I have a hard time getting my head around this new offering really creating a massive new source of demand that would consistently sell out.

I can see it siphoning off guests from the pre-party because an after-party might work better in ones overall touring plan. But I’m not so sure anything about this event is really screaming “ohhh, wow, this looks awesome” for anyone who didn’t already have a version of the dessert party on their radar in the first place.

Obviously special event dates like 7/3 and 7/4 are different, and fall/party season dates could be different because of the massive supply/demand imbalance for HEA and it’s a higher sell-out time period - my logic probably doesn’t fly with those time periods.

But I guess I’m just not sold overall on it having broad appeal. We certainly see the food isn’t going to get it done.

I agree 100%. I don't think this will create new demand but instead shift some demand from one time slot to the other. Overall I think it will end up costing them more money since they now have to staff and provide food for 2 parties instead of 1, for the same number of people overall.

 

[Realgrumpy]

Debating on changing from the before party to the after party. Do you think it is better in respect to avoiding the mad dash of people leaving the park after the fireworks? I will be there with my elderly parents and I am thinking it might make it easier. Sit and chill with dessert while everyone is exiting?

 

[SaintsManiac]

Just curious- how many of you will actually cancel if the reviews are bad? What would it take for you to not go? I think it's a crazy amount of money to spend but am hoping for hassle free with a good view.

I canceled for various reasons that are unrelated to the new menu and after party, however I am not regretting it based on early reports.

I would book this party again in a second during a busy holiday week. Reserved space for HEA alone is worth it. Since we will be there during a "slow week" this year I am not too worried about getting a spot for HEA.

I've been twice during holiday times and never felt "cheated." Now if the garden became shoulder to shoulder crowded I would not ever book it again. I don't think that will be the case, though.

 

[HappyGrape]

I will cancel if the reports are very poor. I need to read few more reviews. I booked DAH recently and I feel we will get more out of that upgrade event, the dessert party doesn't look much of the party and pictures of the food right now do not look appealing

 

[Roxyfire]

I think the true test other than July 3rd and 4th will be on non-party nights October through December. I would expect both of those to be sold out or close.

My other thoughts are that right now is probably one of the best times to experience this before word gets out too much. But since the food seems to be still kinda so-so I’ll probably still skip it. I’m a big sweets person so nothing makes me sadder than forgettable desserts!

 

[0FF TO NEVERLAND]

Reality is I’m not gonna cancel. I don’t really care if there’s more people then usual. I’m paying for the chance to not have to wait for fireworks. I’m keeping my before party and going 10 mins before fireworks begins. As long as I have a view of the show, I’m good.

I won’t be changing to the after so I can wait there for an hour. I’d go do that for free.

Also I don’t want dessert after fireworks as I am already tired enough. Also it’s an EMH night when I am going till 1am

 

[tinkerhon]

I’m just talking out loud here. Granted I’ve been proven wrong by WDW guest demand for upcharge events before, but I have a hard time getting my head around this new offering really creating a massive new source of demand that would consistently sell out.

I can see it siphoning off guests from the pre-party because an after-party might work better in ones overall touring plan. But I’m not so sure anything about this event is really screaming “ohhh, wow, this looks awesome” for anyone who didn’t already have a version of the dessert party on their radar in the first place.

Obviously special event dates like 7/3 and 7/4 are different, and fall/party season dates could be different because of the massive supply/demand imbalance for HEA and it’s a higher sell-out time period - my logic probably doesn’t fly with those time periods.

But I guess I’m just not sold overall on it having broad appeal. We certainly see the food isn’t going to get it done.

One of our favorite apps (anywhere it is offered) is spinach and artichoke dip- warm and cheesy --- the thought of cold spinach dip REALLY doesn't appeal to me !

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

I’m just talking out loud here. Granted I’ve been proven wrong by WDW guest demand for upcharge events before, but I have a hard time getting my head around this new offering really creating a massive new source of demand that would consistently sell out.

I can see it siphoning off guests from the pre-party because an after-party might work better in ones overall touring plan. But I’m not so sure anything about this event is really screaming “ohhh, wow, this looks awesome” for anyone who didn’t already have a version of the dessert party on their radar in the first place.

Obviously special event dates like 7/3 and 7/4 are different, and fall/party season dates could be different because of the massive supply/demand imbalance for HEA and it’s a higher sell-out time period - my logic probably doesn’t fly with those time periods.

But I guess I’m just not sold overall on it having broad appeal. We certainly see the food isn’t going to get it done.

If you’re right, Disney will cancel this.

They make less profit if the same number of people show up as now, but split over two parties.

 

[helenb]

Reality is I’m not gonna cancel. I don’t really care if there’s more people then usual. I’m paying for the chance to not have to wait for fireworks. I’m keeping my before party and going 10 mins before fireworks begins. As long as I have a view of the show, I’m good.

I won’t be changing to the after so I can wait there for an hour. I’d go do that for free.

Also I don’t want dessert after fireworks as I am already tired enough. Also it’s an EMH night when I am going till 1am

This is exactly my opinion as well! We are going on June 6, and chose that night becuase of the EMH. We plan to stay as long as possible and eat desserts, then walk (with our gallon ziplocs full of macarons) to the garden 5 minutes before the show. If we're paying for desserts, we want desserts! And I don't think the view will be *that* much better arriving 30 minutes in advance versus 5.

Then, after the fireworks, we have a Space Mountain FP and we'll be off to close out the park at 1 am with EMH!

I hope that you have a wonderful party, @0FF TO NEVERLAND !

 

[cberhorst]

We have the early party booked for June 20 (EMH) and is sold out. I'm thinking of switching to a less busy night??? Ugh.... Do they honor the lower price that I paid or will I have to pay the new price?

 

[rteetz]

Dis Daily Fix thread of the day!

 

[whiporee]

If you’re right, Disney will cancel this.

They make less profit if the same number of people show up as now, but split over two parties.

But how much does it cost them? 10 -- maybe 20 CMS -- at 10 and hour for an extra hour? And in reality, maybe not even that because sone of the Garden people come back and get more deserts after. So 200 bucks or so, and if they pick up even a dozen extra guests, it's more than paid for itself. They already have the food, they already have the space.

I don't think they will double the people, but I think they'll see maybe a 25 percent uptick -- maybe reduce the early party by 30 percent. I don't think it will be the problem maybe project, except for the busiest of days. I've walked up to the Garden Party more than once so while I know there is demand, I don't think it's overwhelming.

 

[chuff88]

We have the early party booked for June 20 (EMH) and is sold out. I'm thinking of switching to a less busy night??? Ugh.... Do they honor the lower price that I paid or will I have to pay the new price?

I think others that have changed have had to pay the new price.

 

[4DisneyWVUfans]

This is exactly my opinion as well! We are going on June 6, and chose that night becuase of the EMH. We plan to stay as long as possible and eat desserts, then walk (with our gallon ziplocs full of macarons) to the garden 5 minutes before the show. If we're paying for desserts, we want desserts! And I don't think the view will be *that* much better arriving 30 minutes in advance versus 5.

Then, after the fireworks, we have a Space Mountain FP and we'll be off to close out the park at 1 am with EMH!

I hope that you have a wonderful party, @0FF TO NEVERLAND !

We booked the same night as you!!! We were there last July on EMH night. The hub was packed. At the end of the show, there was a human knot with people trying to go in all directions. I'm going to keep my reservation because I plan on eating a few things, then using zip lock bag too. I'm also going to use the space to wait until the masses have spread out some. Then off to enjoy the magic of MK late night. It's all in the attitude, chocolate covered strawberries, and macarons!

 

[nurseholly]

Reality is I’m not gonna cancel. I don’t really care if there’s more people then usual. I’m paying for the chance to not have to wait for fireworks. I’m keeping my before party and going 10 mins before fireworks begins. As long as I have a view of the show, I’m good.

I won’t be changing to the after so I can wait there for an hour. I’d go do that for free.

Also I don’t want dessert after fireworks as I am already tired enough. Also it’s an EMH night when I am going till 1am

Me too....I also can wait out the crowds afterwards for free. I just don't see any value in the after party. It'll be the same amount of crowding no matter when I get there

 

[FastPasser.]

I personally wouldn’t cancel as I like to experience things directly for myself. I’ll read reviews and form a frame of reference about what I may encounter on the ground just to be an educated consumer, but I likely wouldn’t cancel.

A voice of reason.

 

[helenb]

We booked the same night as you!!! We were there last July on EMH night. The hub was packed. At the end of the show, there was a human knot with people trying to go in all directions. I'm going to keep my reservation because I plan on eating a few things, then using zip lock bag too. I'm also going to use the space to wait until the masses have spread out some. Then off to enjoy the magic of MK late night. It's all in the attitude, chocolate covered strawberries, and macaroons!

Awesome! Maybe I will see you there! I'll be the middle-aged blonde woman in a dress absconding with trays of macarons. I agree, the fun is in using the dessert party to fuel up, and then the fireworks to kick off the late night adventure! And I'm certainly planning to partake of the chocolate-covered strawberries as well.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

A voice of reason.

I don’t think anyone here is being unreasonable. Most waiting to hear more reviews once word is out and/or a busier time hits.

If it’s significantly more crowded than it has been, I’ll cancel. I know what works and doesn’t for our family. Pretty reasonable.