MNSSHP-Tips, Tricks, Secrets newbies should know (from the 2009 party!)

[Nutz4Dizney]

Today we (my son & I) are going to pick out our Halloween costumes. We are going as pirates since we have an appointment for the Pirate League before our party (10/2). My mother is also be doing the Pirate League but she won’t dress up (she’s party pooper ). She said I’m lucky she’s getting her face painted. I will however decorate her scooter whether she likes it or not. LOL


If I have missed anything please let me know so I can edit the post. Thanks and Thanks for sharing all your experiences we the rest of us can better enjoy our parties. Also as soon as this year’s map is up can someone post it for me? I wants me the map (<---practicing my pirate talk LOL)
Since the party has started I thought I’d update everyone with what’s going on.
I have gone back to page 41 and added anything I missed (highlighted in purple). On the bottom of the post, you will find a photo of the Disney bags sold at your local Disney store.

Here is a link to THIS years party map. (thanks for posting it)
http://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/photos/mnsshp-map1.htm

Here are links to blogs about this years Halloween party WITH photos.
http://www.disunplugged.com/2009/08/28/magic-kingdom-at-wdw-is-decorated-for-halloween/

http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2009/09/mickeys_not_so_scary_halloween_2.html (in this blog there are lots of photos and even one of the Disney bags DISNEY gives you for FREE)

Link to this years Disney pins
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2256646


No the ticket’s are not “special” themed. They just have characters on them not Halloween themed. You as an adult will not feel like a freak if you dress up. It’s Disney you don’t have to act your age LOL If you have a child many people suggest you dress them up so they don’t’ feel left out.

01. * take a rest during the day before the party.

02. * You can get into the park at 4pm with your MNSSHP ticket. This is a great way to avoid the 7pm rush of people coming out of the park! None of the party activities begin until 7pm. The reason to get in at 4pm is to get your wristbands, candy bags, settle in, get something to eat, map out your game plan and you will be ready at 7pm to participate in the festivities. If you get there at 7pm, you will have to wait in a long line to get in and get your wristbands and candy bags and you will be later starting the party. If you don't plan to get to MK at 4pm when you can first get in, still plan to go somewhat early if you are traveling via buses from the resorts. Many, many, many families go back to the resorts for their children to change into their costumes and then catch the bus to return to the MK for a 7pm party.

03. * Second Parade is much less crowded.

04. * Do not waste time early in the party waiting on lines for candy. Towards the end of the party, the lines disappear, and "SOME" cast members will give out candy by the handfuls. They actually will try to fill your candy bag to the top if you let them. Again not all cast members do this.

05. * If you are a BIG candy hog make sure you bring your own big trick or treat bag. Disney does hand out smaller bags about the size of a sandwich paper bag. Don't forget to say THANK YOU (it is nice to hear).

06. * Just outside of the Carousel of Progress, they have a candy station set up where you walk through some illuminated hoops, and end at barrels where cast members are stationed to distribute the candy. Early in the evening, you will be waiting on line to get candy. Later in the evening, you will be able to walk right through and get the candy. If you wish, you can continue looping though as many times as you like.

07. * Headless Horseman - Line up early he comes out about 15 minutes before the parade starts.

08. * Photo Ops - I would suggest you line up on your first MUST character line before 7:00.

* Cinderella's coach is out in the Fantasyland stroller parking area (next to It's A Small World). Get there early- the line gets long and closes quickly.

* Tarzan, Jane, Terk, Rafiki, and Baloo are in a large room next to the Dole Whip stand that is opened up for the party. As you exit, they give you special candy it was different from the candy being distributed elsewhere. It's on your right as soon as you cross over the bridge to Adventureland. You enter the room referred to through doors that are adjacent to the little dining area. There are cast members stationed there inviting people in, and there is a small sign identifying the area.

* Alice, Tweedle Dee and Dum, the White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts are on the trail between Toontown and Tommorrowland.

* Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs are in Fantasyland near Dumbo or the entrance to Toontown, fairly close to the teacups (I have heard different stories of where they are - so check with a CM) Get there early- the line gets long and closes quickly.

* Mickey and Minnie in their Halloween Costumes were at the beginning of Main Street, in a Gazebo, between Exposition Hall and the Train Station. I also heard you can find Mickey in costume in his house and Minnie in Toontown Hall. Again ask a CM

* Donald at Donald's Boat

* Goofy at Barnstormer

* Cinderella/Prince Charming and Aurora/Prince Phillip should be in Toontown in the Princess room

* Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore and Piglet are out, in costume near Pooh's Playground

* Woody, Jessie and Bullseye should be in Frontierland, near the Diamond Horseshoe

* Peter Pan, Wendy, Hook, and Smee should be near the PotC ride

* Aladdin, Jasmine, Abu, and Genie should be near the Carpet ride

* Daisy, Pluto, Chip, Dale, Belle at Toontown Town Hall gift shop

* Little Einsteins at Toontown Train station

* Ariel at Ariel's Grotto

* Goliath the Gargoyle behind Cinderella Castle

* Br'er Bear & Br'er Rabbit at Big Thunder Mountain

* Buzz Lightyear at Timekeeper

* Stitch at Cosmic Ray's

* Fairies in Toontown tent

* Stepsisters and Lady Tremaine in Belle's Garden (I heard Merlin was here at one time)

* Make sure you stick around after the Villains show, they come down and you can get pics with them! They don't do autographs, because of time constraints, but you can meet Malifecent, the Evil Queen, Cruella DeVil, the Queen of Hearts, Frollo, Captain Hook, and Jafar. The villains are out for about 15 minutes after all of their shows EXCEPT for one show. There is one show per night that they don't stay out after because there isn't enough time, I heard it was the show before the fireworks.

09. * Other Photo Ops-There's a Mickey ghost on a pathway near Crystal Palace, the store Windows on Main St, a HUGE Pumbaa in Adventureland -- the candy stops have neat displays to take photos after the crowds die down.
There is a huge blow up Stitch on top of the building that holds Monsters Inc.
You MUST get your picture taken in front of the horseless carriage in front of the HM. When you see it on photopass...you have a "guest" in your picture

10. * Enjoy the hidden gems: the ghouls in front of HM are awesome and if they tease you, zing 'em back.

11. * If it calls for rain bring your ponchos.

12. * During the party Face painting is FREE

13. * Face makeup doesn't run too much in rain, but does smear when you try to wipe the pouring rain off your face.

14. * If you want MNSSHP T-shirts (last year's were about $20-$24, be sure to buy them sooner than later during the night. They do run out.

15. * Take your Glow Sticks with you it’s cheaper than buying them there. Maybe bring a small flashlight for map reading or walking in the dark LOL

16.* Remember to take it all in, RELAX and have fun. You probably won't be able to do every single thing so do your MUSTS first

17.* WEAR COMFORY SHOES PEOPLE LOL

This is a photo of the Disney bags sold at your local Disney store around $2.50 each.

 

[choirchic]

Once again I bow to your awesomeness!
Thanks for the recap...I included a link to it on the first page!

 

[RedSox68]

The list on All Ears of what is open seems skimpy compared to 2008 -- and it doesn't list Liberty Tree Tavern or The Plaza under restaurants Will there be an "official" list for the party anywhere? Thanks.

 

[jcemom]

The list on All Ears of what is open seems skimpy compared to 2008 -- and it doesn't list Liberty Tree Tavern or The Plaza under restaurants Will there be an "official" list for the party anywhere? Thanks.

I didn't pay attention to the restaurants, but the attractions look the same as in years past.

 

[Moomduck1]

I had heard that there is one show where the villains do not pose for pictures. Does anyone know what time this show is? Thanks!

 

[choirchic]

I had heard that there is one show where the villains do not pose for pictures. Does anyone know what time this show is? Thanks!

If I remember correctly, it's usually the show right before the fireworks.

 

[cakesnjammom]

thanks to everyone for the great info!!

 

[Texowl2]

Does the parade go the same direction both times?-I know some parades have reversed the second time

 

[stichlover87]

Does the parade go the same direction both times?-I know some parades have reversed the second time

The parade went the same way both times...started in Frontierland and ended on Main Street.

 

[maiapapaya]

My sister just sent me this link for the 2009 map:

http://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/photos/mnsshp-map1.htm

Sorry if it's already been posted - I just glanced through and didn't see it in this thread.

 

[choirchic]

That's excellent! I'll be posting that link on the first page!

 

[xanphylus]

Thanks for the awesome update!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[AZMermaid]

Thanks for the map link! I notice it says you can see Hallowishes from anywhere in the park. Is that really true?

If we really need to be on Main St or in the Hub- how early would you recommend we get there? We will be there Tues Oct 13 and plan on seeing the 2nd parade- if that matters at all!

 

[DisembodiedGwen]

It's my understanding that you cannot wear anything that won't let your face be seen. So if you remove the face guard from the helmet, it should be OK, but probably not if you dont.

They may not let you bring the mask in at all if it's actually wearable, since there's no guarantee that your fiance wouldn't put it on. You may want to use a different part of the costume as a prop.

Thank you for the info

For my costume the mask isn't needed so we did remove that. So nothing should be concealing my face. I was mainly worried that the football helmet wouldn't fit in the lockers.

We will probably just cut the mask in half so that only a little bit of the mask is showing out of his pocket. We will make sure that the mask is not wearable.

I am getting so excited!

 

[shellott-hill]

Can the photos taken with the MNSSHP photopass be linked to photos taken the rest of the week on other cards?

Do not care if the discount becomes null and void, just want to know if I can link it to the pictures from the rest of the trip.

Thanks all and Boo

 

[beattyfamily]

Can the photos taken with the MNSSHP photopass be linked to photos taken the rest of the week on other cards?

Do not care if the discount becomes null and void, just want to know if I can link it to the pictures from the rest of the trip.

Thanks all and Boo

Yes, you can!

 

[maiapapaya]

Thanks for the map link!

You're welcome! My sister follows the Dis on twitter & it was posted there.

 

[tlcrnicu]

Today we (my son & I) are going to pick out our Halloween costumes. We are going as pirates since we have an appointment for the Pirate League before our party (10/2). My mother is also be doing the Pirate League but she won’t dress up (she’s party pooper ). She said I’m lucky she’s getting her face painted. I will however decorate her scooter whether she likes it or not. LOL

HI, i too had a scooter girl last year, we had her dress in black shorts or capris (I can't remember which, now) and had found a captain black tee shirt, and a few other tee shirts with skulls etc on them that worked out perfect. It is cheap and easy and comfortable! That would go with her face painting really well, especially if you decorate her cart! By the way my scooter girl was my 9 mos pregnant daughter who had swollen ankles, knees, and was miserable. She ended up having a blast, we just had to keep her in snacks and water. See what you can pick up for her that isn't really a costume, but gets into the spirit of things. even black shorts and shirt with a red waist tye would work. there are even pirate socks out there at target and walmart! Have fun, post pictures! Tricia

 

[snoopywoodstockus]

Hello and thanks for the awesome thread! I have a question. I have pre-ordered the photopass cd. Will I be allowed to put pictures from the party on it as well, or must I order those pictures seperately? Thanks for your help!

This may have been answered already, but I havne't been able to find it. We are planning to pre-purchase the photopass CD. Will we be able to add the MNSSHP photopass to it as well as our regular daily photopass?

 

[PolyndianPrincessJes]

This may have been answered already, but I havne't been able to find it. We are planning to pre-purchase the photopass CD. Will we be able to add the MNSSHP photopass to it as well as our regular daily photopass?

It was actually answered a few posts before yours.