MVMCP - Tips, Tricks, Secrets newbies should know...

[poohj80]

PhotoPass:

PhotoPass is in full swing during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Just approach any Disney photographer stationed throughout the park and have your picture taken. At that time, you will receive a specialized MVMCP PhotoPass. Your photo will be electronically linked to this card and as you continue your merrymaking, additional photos can be added to your PhotoPass as the night progresses. At the end of the evening, stop by Exposition Hall on Main Street to review your pictures. There is no obligation to buy. Event guest will receive a 40% discount on 5x7 MVMCP photos purchased that night or online once you get back home. Note, the 40% discount will not be available on Special $29.95 Holiday Photo Packages

Can anyone who has already attended a party let us know about the $29.95 Holiday Photo Package (or anyone going in the near future who might be willing to investigate)? What's included? Are only particlar photo pass locations incldued? etc...

 

[pperfectmom]

Does anyone know if you can still get a free stroller on party nights? We did at MNSSHP but that was 2 years ago so I wondered if they had stopped that perk. We aren't taking one down at all but it might be nice for the party since that will be a long night.

 

[disneyfan2]

they stopped the stroller rentals last year, when the P&P parties and halloween parties 2008 did not have them either

 

[pmdeve]

Can anyone who has already attended a party let us know about the $29.95 Holiday Photo Package (or anyone going in the near future who might be willing to investigate)? What's included? Are only particlar photo pass locations incldued? etc...

We leave in 24 days. I'd like to know too!

 

[couchpotato]

I also recommend finding a spot for the parade near a cookie station. My DH and I always grab a cookie (or two!) and some hot cocoa to enjoy while we sit and watch the parade!

Never been to MVMCP and want to be prepared! Where are the cookie and cocoa station(s) located? Is it just one location or are there locations throughout the park?

 

[Plannin'Shannon]

Never been to MVMCP and want to be prepared! Where are the cookie and cocoa station(s) located? Is it just one location or are there locations throughout the park?

There are several locations throughout the park. They're all marked on the party map.

 

[Cinderella21]

As far as the characters go, are there any exclusive must see characters at MVMCP? I know they dress up in their winter outfits, but at the Halloween party snow white and the 7 dwarves come out so are there any characters like that that come out? Thanks again!

 

[disdrmg]

I saw the link to the list of characters - but I would like to specifically know what characters and where to find them at MVMCP from someone who has been this year.

And also, which ones are in special Christmas outfits. And are there specific times they are out - wanting to know so if we need to include that when planning our "touring plan" for the evening.

Has anyone done the dessert party during MVMCP? We have ADR's but thinking we may cancell. Our ADR is at 8:50 so wondering if we could do the dessert party and make it back to main st. for the second parade?

Not interested in seeing Stitch's show, so that frees up some time, but do want to do Belle's storytime and castle show, plus char. meets and stop in at a dance party for a minute.

 

[bjakmom]

For everyone asking about times and locations, here's a link to this year's party map: http://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/photos/MVMCP-map.htm

The only character I can think of at MVMCP that is not out at other times is Scrooge McDuck. Beast is with Belle, which is only done at MVMCP in the MK (you can see them together sometimes in France) - Snow White's Prince is with her, too, at MVMCP.

Does anyone know if Princess Tiana is out for MVMCP this year?

 

[poohj80]

Beast is with Belle, which is only done at MVMCP in the MK (you can see them together sometimes in France)

But Belle is only in her red Christmas dress during the parties.

 

[PrincessArlena'sDad]

But Belle is only in her red Christmas dress during the parties.

Do you have a pic showing what her red dress looks like? My daughter wants to wear "Belle's red dress" for the party, and I know she'd be disappointed if her dress did not match Belle's.

I've looked on the internet, and found a whole bunch of VERY different looking Belle red dresses.

 

[beattyfamily]

Don't know if her dress has changed at all. This photo is from a few parties ago!

 

[poohj80]

Don't know if her dress has changed at all. This photo is from a few parties ago!

That's the same dress we have in our pix from the party as well.

 

[Sweety_tweety]

• Where and when does it snow?
• What characters are at which dance parties? Do they rotate the characters in and out?
• I know we might be a minority, but do adults go w/o children to the parties? I thought it might be a perfect opportunity to get pictures of my favorite characters.
• Does the bakery sell Christmas themed pastries?
• Best place for QS dining?

Any opinions or suggestions appreciated.

 

[Elevationist]

• I know we might be a minority, but do adults go w/o children to the parties? I thought it might be a perfect opportunity to get pictures of my favorite characters.

Any opinions or suggestions appreciated.

I have never been, this will be my first MVMCP. But I just wanted to let it be known that DBF are going, just the two of us without kids... on the night of my birthday no less!

 

[Berlioz70]

I gave this it's own thread - but since there are so many character questions in this thread I wanted to post my character report link here too:

http://sites.google.com/site/wdwcharacterhunt/home/specialevents/mvmcp2009

 

[Plannin'Shannon]

• Where and when does it snow?
• What characters are at which dance parties? Do they rotate the characters in and out?
• I know we might be a minority, but do adults go w/o children to the parties? I thought it might be a perfect opportunity to get pictures of my favorite characters.
• Does the bakery sell Christmas themed pastries?
• Best place for QS dining?

Any opinions or suggestions appreciated.

It snows on Main Street during the parades.

Adults without kids are very common. We'll be 3 of them! Wear your Santa Mickey hat and have a blast.

I have seen gingerbread cookies available for purchase, but that's all I can remember.

For QS dining during the party, I'd suggest Cosmic Rays, but only if you MUST eat during the party. If possible, eat beforehand. Don't waste valuable party time eating!

 

[poohj80]

[*]I know we might be a minority, but do adults go w/o children to the parties?

DH and I enjoyed both MNSSHP and MVMCP before our DD was born. Now we enjoy them in a whole new way experieicing the parties through her eyes.

 

[Puget Peach]

I know we might be a minority, but do adults go w/o children to the parties? I thought it might be a perfect opportunity to get pictures of my favorite characters.

My BFF and I will be attending on December 6th with nary a child!

 

[If U Had Wings]

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  I know we might be a minority, but do adults go w/o children to the parties? I thought it might be a perfect opportunity to get pictures of my favorite characters.

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  My BFF and I will be there on the 10th with no kids. We enjoyed the Halloween party a few years ago, and am really looking forward to the Christmas one this year.