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

[monique5]

Oh, I thought I had read here that you could make reservations up to 6:30 on party nights. Odd wording - why wouldn't it say a ticket is required for MNSSHP instead of "BOG dinner"? Oh well.

We were hoping to go to the party on Halloween but with prices over $100, I'm not sure what to do. Either switch it to the 30th (which is our first day at the parks - EVER, for my family - not exactly what we wanted our schedule to look like - and try to move BOG reservation to Halloween somehow), or keep our schedule as is and just take an off day on Halloween - maybe trick or treat at Ft Wilderness and/or do Hoop de Doo? Or maybe just add a day to our park tix?

I think I'm gonna make like Elsa and let it go for awhile. I'm growing weary of all this planning.

We went on & purchased tickets for Halloween, that has always been our plans - go to party on Halloween.

The resorts have Halloween activities on Halloween. Locations & activities will be released By disney at a later date.
2015 --- http://www.kennythepirate.com/2015/09/27/disney-world-resort-halloween-activities/#more-29120

 

[prettypatchesmsu]

We did the desert party last year and had a great time! We went to the flagpole at 8:15 and there was alot of curb space for guests. They came around handing out bottled water to us while we waited for the parade to start which was nice. The parade viewing was wonderful and not having to stake out a spot prior was well worth the price. After the parade we walked as a group over to the desert area. The tables were beautifully decorated and it was a quick walk through the line getting whatever treats you want. There was plenty to choose from. We had a front table because we purchased early and had a great view of the fireworks. For us it was money well spent and we really did enjoy it alot!

Thanks for sharing your experience!!! I booked first thing this morning when someone mentioned it and I'm so glad I did as they are all gone for our party size now!! We've did MNSSHP before, and trying to stake out our parade spot is a fight. We had so many people last year try to take ours from us even though we'd been standing there forever. I've never done a dessert party before, but jumped at this as the parade viewing spot itself sounds worth it!!! I wonder if they will use the FP+ fireworks viewing area for this instead of from the terrace? I hope so. If not, we might eat and then make our way out to the street for a better straight on view of celebrate the magic and hallowishes.

It's been 4 hours since I received the "Your Order Has Not Been Completed" email for the 9/13 MNSSHP and haven't yet received the Order Status email. Should I be concerned or am I anxious for nothing? Purchased with CC and am printing the tickets at home. TIA!

I have not got my order completed confirmation email yet either. Making me a little nervous too but I'm trusting everything is ok with our halloween tickets. We chose to have them mailed. Hope I get the emails soon.

This may be a dumb question, but I have no experience with MNSSHP at all. I plan for us to arrive right around 4pm with an ADR at LTT @5pm (my thought is to get our meal finished off before the official party events begin). My question is, do people show up in their costumes at 4pm and is it acceptable to be in the restaurant in costume? I'm assuming yes, but want to be sure so I don't look crazy.

Also, does anybody have an idea of schedule of events for the night, or when should I expect that info to be published?

Plenty of costumes at 4pm and even before! Don't worry!

Re: #1 We did the desert party last year and it was great. We sat on the curb with virtually no one around us (early Sept party). It was the best parade viewing we've had as we hate fighting people for space and we always seemed to get pushed out of any viewing spot we choose. Doing the party again this year just for the parade viewing! Deserts were nice too, but our 2 year old was afraid of the fireworks so we didn't stay to view them. It was such a great time and truly knowing we could arrive for the parade at 8:15 and not have to fight people made it so much more relaxing. Highly recommend it!

I just booked the Hallowishes party for this year. We are so over the moon! Just wish I would have been checking the boards and twitter earlier - wasn't thinking the desert party would go on sale now too!

ALSO - when I called dining to book the desert party, I was told it wasn't offered yet. Had to tell the gal I was logging in and booking it online as we spoke. I ran into the same thing last year (although then I called as soon as phone lines opened and before it was "officially" announced). It takes time for word to spread

That sounds awesome! Thanks for your review!!! We are hoping to sit on the curb too. Fighting the parade crowds on MNSSHP night is crazy. It's worth it for that alone I think...and I'm cupcake crazy!!! We might venture out for the fireworks though, will have to see the reports of the first dessert parties to see how it is going. I wonder if they will do the free mug souvienr this time? I saw the reviews from last year say you got something. I didn't see it listed on this years description of the dessert party though, so maybe not?

 

[monique5]

It's been 4 hours since I received the "Your Order Has Not Been Completed" email for the 9/13 MNSSHP and haven't yet received the Order Status email. Should I be concerned or am I anxious for nothing? Purchased with CC and am printing the tickets at home. TIA!

Not sure. I would call & check. I selected the Mail to Home option, but when I checked MDE immediately after purchasing tickets, our tickets were linked to reservation. Also, Dessert Party was listed under Dining Reservations on mm MDE account.

 

[monique5]

Anyone know how crowded the viewing area is for the parade at the dessert party? I've got 2 little guys who don't make it all that late (even at Disney!) and the parade and fireworks are a priority as this is our first and probably only MNSSHP. I don't want to go check in as early as 7:30 if we can help it... If we roll in closer to 8, are we gonna have a hard time seeing the parade?

We did the party for MVMCP in 2014, and it was great for DD, 5 at that time. We did dessert party b/c of her age & crowds. Attended last party that was sold out.

 

[CervezaSnob]

So I keep searching and on the 1st page comparing prices to last year is this the first year to do the tiering system? Does anyone think certain dates will sell out sooner because of pricing? I'm on the fence for 10/20 or 10/21 which is only a $13 difference, but that's a turkey leg.

Follow up question, if anyone knows, is there a huge difference between Thursday and Friday crowds?

 

[kittyab]

I may move my party date for a cheaper day.

 

[kingken]

Not sure. I would call & check. I selected the Mail to Home option, but when I checked MDE immediately after purchasing tickets, our tickets were linked to reservation. Also, Dessert Party was listed under Dining Reservations on mm MDE account.

i have received my email confirmation it took 6 hours from point of purchase for those waiting

 

[Steffiesunshine]

So, I gave in and reserved the Happy Hallowishes Dessert party, too! I must crazy!

Does anyone know approximately how many tickets they sell for each? There is an odd notice on the Guest Policies Page that they cannot accommodate groups larger than 51 at this event.

 

[Huff]

Got PDF tickets but rather strange. Nowhere on ticket does it say the date they are good for.
Then it also says this:

"Tickets are not valid for special or premium events or other activities which are separately priced or for any park commencing operations after May 1, 1998."

WTH????

 

[kingken]

So in years past, you could have an ADR in MK up until 659pm and be escorted out after (if you do not have a party ticket). Is this now changed? I see BOG reservations at 620pm saying they require a party ticket. Just wondering if this is a new policy or an error in MDE.

i booked cinderella for a halloween party night even though i am no going that night for 6.40 only after i had booked and paid did it say need party ticket, i rang customer services and she said as long as i was already in the park that day we could have our meal but would be escorted out after it, hope that helps all the people that asked about this

 

[EarthboundMickey]

I just got a BOG dinner for 6:20 on Halloween and it said my reservation occurs "during be our guest dinner, and requires a seperate ticket for admission". Anyone know what that means? No mention of MNSSHP.

Basically it's saying that after you get out of your dinner and you don't have a party ticket you will have to leave at that time.

 

[princessfionasmom]

Do you have to call for the desert party or is in on the website? I can't seem to find it online.

 

[1sttimedisneymama]

Do you have to call for the desert party or is in on the website? I can't seem to find it online.

It's under dining reservations

 

[Kalyjess]

I just bought tickets for DH and myself for the Sep 23rd party. Also some friends are joining us on that day!

 

[Mouseketeers4]

i booked cinderella for a halloween party night even though i am no going that night for 6.40 only after i had booked and paid did it say need party ticket, i rang customer services and she said as long as i was already in the park that day we could have our meal but would be escorted out after it, hope that helps all the people that asked about this

Thanks for sharing! I'll keep watching for an earlier time but I'll have to keep the 6:20 if it's our only option. My little ones are very excited to meet the Beast. I'll make sure we're plenty early to check-in and keep my fingers crossed that they don't turn us away.

 

[Laneybelle]

Can you buy more than one ticket? I'm a passholder but my kids are not. Can I buy them tickets?

I didn't end up trying so I'm not sure. I saw someone post that you could get 3 tickets with one annual pass, so it looks like you might be able to!

 

[princessfionasmom]

It's under dining reservations

Thank you!!

 

[GillianP1301]

Got PDF tickets but rather strange. Nowhere on ticket does it say the date they are good for.
Then it also says this:

"Tickets are not valid for special or premium events or other activities which are separately priced or for any park commencing operations after May 1, 1998."

WTH????

I hadn't even looked at the pdf ticket but went to check after reading this and you're right, no date on it... bit of an oversight. It's in the email confirmation that the pdf is attached to though, so the info is there.

As for that blurb from the terms & conditions - I'm assuming the first part refers to other paid events going on at the same time (i.e. the dessert party). The 2nd part, only their legal department knows, I'm sure. lol

 

[kittyab]

I see my tickets in my MDE, so they are also linked to your magic bands?

 

[publix subs]

I see my tickets in my MDE, so they are also linked to your magic bands?

yep!