"Official" 2016 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Trick or Treat Fun

[kelleybean]

I have MNSSHP tickets in MDE for Sept 8 but when I go to FastPass+ it only shows times up till 5:30. Where else would we get FP for the party?

That's correct. There are no FP for the party, and it sounds like you can't have a FP past 6:30 (so 5:30 would be the latest time). In the past, we have had good luck getting in the regular lines around 6:30 because many day guests were starting to head out and we weren't slowed down in standby by people being let in from the FP line.

 

[asbyrneva]

So obviously you can go to the park at 4 but how early do folks start going in wearing costumes? AP holders and we can get in earlier but I don't want to lug around an extra set of clothes. DH and I will be more disney bound rather then full out costume but Im going as vanellope von sweetz and have to do my hair at the hotel.

Thanks

 

[monique5]

7D Until I Make My FP+ Reservations! Woo-hoo!

 

[RJstanis]

And another posted on the same day

Today Disney released park hours updates and several days in September were affected.

Here's what changed:

• September 3 - additional Main Street Electrical Parade added
• September 4, 5, 19, 21, 26, 28 - Magic Kingdom staying open later, additional Main Street Electrical Parade added
• September 10, 17 - Magic Kingdom opening an hour earlier, staying open later, additional Main Street Electrical Parade added
• September 12 - Magic Kingdom opening an hour earlier, staying open later
• September 24 - Magic Kingdom staying open later
• September 6-30 - Animal Kingdom park hours extended to 9pm
• September 24 - Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon hours changed
• September 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 - Hollywood Studios staying open until 8 instead of 7:30, Symphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular added

Even though this now squashes my BOG PPO on the 17th, I appreciate the info

 

[vinotinto]

So obviously you can go to the park at 4 but how early do folks start going in wearing costumes? AP holders and we can get in earlier but I don't want to lug around an extra set of clothes. DH and I will be more disney bound rather then full out costume but Im going as vanellope von sweetz and have to do my hair at the hotel.

Thanks

I'm curious about this too. Last year, we had day tickets as well as MNSSHP tickets and went into MK at 2:00 pm in our costumes (which were more Disney bounding than full costumes, but enough for some kids to point to us). It was great! But, I do not know if they will be more strict this year because of the new costume rules.

 

[smitch425]

We've also entered as early as 2pm, but in full costumes, but that was in 2012. They may be more strict now because of all of the new security stuff.

 

[HappyGrape]

I am thinking of booking my son for pirate makeover at 3. Pros - he loved it before, cute makeup & photos. Cons we need to be at the park much earlier and not sure if he will last

Any opinions?

 

[FoxC63]

So obviously you can go to the park at 4 but how early do folks start going in wearing costumes? AP holders and we can get in earlier but I don't want to lug around an extra set of clothes. DH and I will be more disney bound rather then full out costume but Im going as vanellope von sweetz and have to do my hair at the hotel.

Thanks

You can start wearing costumes at 4pm. You'll see people in their costumes as early as 3:30pm waiting to get into the parks at 4pm. If using your MNSSHP ticket to enter, be sure to use the CORRECT entrance. °O°

 

[FoxC63]

I am thinking of booking my son for pirate makeover at 3. Pros - he loved it before, cute makeup & photos. Cons we need to be at the park much earlier and not sure if he will last Any opinions?

How old is your child? Does he need a nap? What time do you plan on leaving the parks after the MNSSHP?
Having a 3pm appointment is perfect timing, provided you and your child has had time to rest prior to the appointment. After all the hoopla there you're set to enjoy the park or get a great meal before the party starts.

 

[megster1123]

I am thinking of booking my son for pirate makeover at 3. Pros - he loved it before, cute makeup & photos. Cons we need to be at the park much earlier and not sure if he will last

Any opinions?

I would book asap if you haven't already. I have pirates league at 11 on a day that ended up being our party day (Oct 6th) When I called to inquire about moving it back a couple hours I was told they were booked solid for the day...and that was at least a couple months ago

 

[HappyGrape]

I booked it. We are going on 31st of October and I was shocked that they had availability. He is 9, so no need to nap but is really energetic in the mornings and it will be hard to get him to chill out. I remember few years ago we had troubles booking for August, but they seem to have a lot of availability for 31st of October and I only called yesterday

I have 14 days so the ticket + MNSSHP is not an issue, we are only 14 days in Orlando
I am wearing black plain black dress with which hat I think, and he is only wearing pirate costume, dh thsirt. This should be ok right? They let kids dressed up from earlier?

 

[FoxC63]

I booked it. We are going on 31st of October and I was shocked that they had availability. He is 9, so no need to nap but is really energetic in the mornings and it will be hard to get him to chill out. I remember few years ago we had troubles booking for August, but they seem to have a lot of availability for 31st of October and I only called yesterday

I have 14 days so the ticket + MNSSHP is not an issue, we are only 14 days in Orlando
I am wearing black plain black dress with which hat I think, and he is only wearing pirate costume, dh thsirt. This should be ok right? They let kids dressed up from earlier?

PERFECT! Yes, your son can be in a costume all day! It sounds like you made solid plans, so take a deep breath and know you've done your homework! Have a wonderful vacation!

 

[HappyGrape]

Thank you! I can't wait. Fast passes to be booked Tuesday, it's getting close​

 

[FoxC63]

Since I will only be attending MNSSHP and it will be just me, I plan to use my iPhone for pictures with characters. Will there be enough lighting to get pictures? Specifically, my costume is the castle and I'm hoping to get s picture of me in front of the castle when it is lit up. Here is my unfinished costume (I'm adding lights to the shirt). View attachment 188721

Still can't get over how sweet your outfit is, just out of curiosity what shoes are you wearing with your outfit?

 

[FoxC63]

Does anyone have a simple adult apron pattern link?
I still need to make an apron for my Alice costume. It's crunch time cause we're leaving this Thursday for our cruise ... and I don't have any costume stuff sewn

I should finish our FE holder tonight but I'm feeling the sewing pressure. Also need to make the mad hatter collar and bow tie (animated character).

I would think this is pretty simple to do without one. You only need 3 basic pattern pieces: waist band, chest and skirt. Do you have any sewing patterns?

You might want to check this out: https://melindascostumes.wordpress.com/author/melinda3d/

 

[abnihon]

What's everyone doing for FP with party ticket?

We have a 4:30 Pirates League appt which makes that 3:30-4:30 one more difficult since we can't enter till 4.
Am thinking of doing PoTC since it's right next door.
Then Peter Pan 4:30-5:30.
7DMT 5:30-6:30 (I THINK my son is tall enough..)

Also considered Haunted Mansion but aren't people saying it's better during party? What do they do?

My FP day is tomorrow!
7am ET is the new selection time right?

 

[PSULion]

We're doing pirates 3:30-4:30, so as soon as we get in. You may be cutting that close though with pirates league. Then we're doing Peter Pan 4:30-5:30, and 7DMT 5:30-6:30. My guys won't do HM, so that's not a factor for us.

Booking does open at 7 am EST. Not sure if you've read recent posts, just make sure that your last one does not go past 6:30, even if they offer it to you. Can speak from personal experience that they will cancel it, even if it's just 5 minutes later at 5:35-6:35.

 

[FoxC63]

It's not so much that your son is tall enough as is it right for him? Do not be fooled, it is a fast moving ride which can be very scary for young kids. Has he been on the Barnstormer? Also you can do rider swap for SDMT.

 

[FoxC63]

OMG! I'm done planning our day at HS! DONE! BAM! This has taken me like FOREVER!!! With way too many variables hoops & loops it's finally done! Woot!

 

[monique5]

OMG! I'm done planning our day at HS! DONE! BAM! This has taken me like FOREVER!!! With way too many variables hoops & loops it's finally done! Woot!