"Official" 2017 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Boo to You!

[CMNJ]

So apologies if this was cross posted here already but apparently Disney is setting park hours as 9-6 for MK on MVMCP evenings. It was originally noticed when the first few party dates hours were posted by Disney and other Poster inquired on the phone about it. Supposedly they were told that Disney was trying something new this year with official "closing time" an hour before the party but not actually kicking out day guests until 7 when he party starts. This way no ADR (to non party goers) or FP would be given past 6 and they would be able to clear the day crowds easier. Thought it sounded odd especially since MK is open until 7 on every MNSSHP day but Disney just released the travel agent calendar for Dec and MK is scheduled to close every Christmas party day at 6. So my guess is that they very well might have the latest FP end at 6 on MNSSHP days in order to clear the crowds instead of 6:30 like last year. I recall reading lists of complaints from other posters (especially at the early parties) about lots of people without wristbands being in the park as late as the first parade.

 

[ErinsMommy]

Curious as to those that have done MNSSHP in the past, what your view of Hallowishes was in terms of was it a waste of party time? Or was it nice to have a spot to watch the fireworks/parade?

 

[FoxC63]

So apologies if this was cross posted here already but apparently Disney is setting park hours as 9-6 for MK on MVMCP evenings. It was originally noticed when the first few party dates hours were posted by Disney and other Poster inquired on the phone about it. Supposedly they were told that Disney was trying something new this year with official "closing time" an hour before the party but not actually kicking out day guests until 7 when he party starts. This way no ADR (to non party goers) or FP would be given past 6 and they would be able to clear the day crowds easier. Thought it sounded odd especially since MK is open until 7 on every MNSSHP day but Disney just released the travel agent calendar for Dec and MK is scheduled to close every Christmas party day at 6. So my guess is that they very well might have the latest FP end at 6 on MNSSHP days in order to clear the crowds instead of 6:30 like last year. I recall reading lists of complaints from other posters (especially at the early parties) about lots of people without wristbands being in the park as late as the first parade.

I've been reading this too. I wonder how FP will work this year. Disney made changes to them in 2016 as well which caught a lot off guard. Some received emails others reported they received nothing. Very interesting though.

 

[MeghanTy]

Curious as to those that have done MNSSHP in the past, what your view of Hallowishes was in terms of was it a waste of party time? Or was it nice to have a spot to watch the fireworks/parade?

I was wondering the same thing a few weeks ago. But I've read reviews that said it was a waste and some that said it was worth it. I mainly want to use it to have a great view of the parade since I will be attending MNSSHP on the busiest night.

 

[ErinsMommy]

I was wondering the same thing a few weeks ago. But I've read reviews that said it was a waste and some that said it was worth it. I mainly want to use it to have a great view of the parade since I will be attending MNSSHP on the busiest night.

This is what I keep trying to tell myself, esp. since our only MK nights are on our MNSSHP dates. I look at it this way - we'll likely have to stake out a spot about an hour prior. So why not have desserts while we wait. LOL.

 

[monique5]

I was wondering the same thing a few weeks ago. But I've read reviews that said it was a waste and some that said it was worth it. I mainly want to use it to have a great view of the parade since I will be attending MNSSHP on the busiest night.

This is what I keep trying to tell myself, esp. since our only MK nights are on our MNSSHP dates. I look at it this way - we'll likely have to stake out a spot about an hour prior. So why not have desserts while we wait. LOL.

Most PP posted that it wasn't worth it, but what about the PP that didn't post? I thoroughly enjoyed it & thought it was worth it. I plan to do the Dessert Party this year for MVMCP. In 2014, I did the Dessert Party for MVMCP & the parade viewing wasn't included. Did it for age @ time, DD was 5 & we planned on staying until midnight regardless (child isn't know for falling out/tantrums at WDW). So we figured it would be a nice way to relax, regroup and enjoy sweets & watch fireworks in a seat -- No expanded HUB then. Last year we did the Dessert Party on Halloween night for the parade viewing alone, the Dessert Party was like an extra to us. To sit on Main St and see the Headless Horseman come down the street and sit down and have a great head-on view was awesome & didn't have to hold a spot for 1-1.5 hours. Totally worth it! We arrived around 15 minutes prior to parade starting. If you have a plan, this doesn't take away from party time. Several PP in the Dessert Party left right before the fireworks, went to grassy area & returned to TT after fireworks. We were still seated when the next HP started. We meet J&S, 7D, Cruella, Daisy, Minnie, Tweedles & QoH, Alice & Mad Hater, Princesses, ToT, and rode rides all on Halloween with the Dessert Party!

 

[ErinsMommy]

Most PP posted that it wasn't worth it, but what about the PP that didn't post? I thoroughly enjoyed it & thought it was worth it. I plan to do the Dessert Party this year for MVMCP. In 2014, I did the Dessert Party for MVMCP & the parade viewing wasn't included. Did it for age @ time, DD was 5 & we planned on staying until midnight regardless (child isn't know for falling out/tantrums at WDW). So we figured it would be a nice way to relax, regroup and enjoy sweets & watch fireworks in a seat -- No expanded HUB then. Last year we did the Dessert Party on Halloween night for the parade viewing alone, the Dessert Party was like an extra to us. To seat on Main St and see the Headless Horseman come down the street and sit down and have a great head-on view was awesome & didn't have to hold a spot for 1-1.5 hours. totally worth it! We arrived around 15 minutes prior to parade starting. If you have a plan, this doesn't take away from party time. Several PP in the Dessert Party left right before the fireworks, went to grassy area & returned to TT after fireworks. We were still seated when the next HP started. We meet J&S, 7D, Cruella, Daisy, Minnie, Tweedles & QoH, Alice & Mad Hater, Princesses, ToT, and rode rides all on Halloween with the Dessert Party!

I think I read somewhere that TT is not a great spot for the parades. Is this still the case? Or how does parade viewing work if you booked Hallowishes?

 

[FoxC63]

Most PP posted that it wasn't worth it, but what about the PP that didn't post? I thoroughly enjoyed it & thought it was worth it. I plan to do the Dessert Party this year for MVMCP. In 2014, I did the Dessert Party for MVMCP & the parade viewing wasn't included. Did it for age @ time, DD was 5 & we planned on staying until midnight regardless (child isn't know for falling out/tantrums at WDW). So we figured it would be a nice way to relax, regroup and enjoy sweets & watch fireworks in a seat -- No expanded HUB then. Last year we did the Dessert Party on Halloween night for the parade viewing alone, the Dessert Party was like an extra to us. To seat on Main St and see the Headless Horseman come down the street and sit down and have a great head-on view was awesome & didn't have to hold a spot for 1-1.5 hours. totally worth it! We arrived around 15 minutes prior to parade starting. If you have a plan, this doesn't take away from party time. Several PP in the Dessert Party left right before the fireworks, went to grassy area & returned to TT after fireworks. We were still seated when the next HP started. We meet J&S, 7D, Cruella, Daisy, Minnie, Tweedles & QoH, Alice & Mad Hater, Princesses, ToT, and rode rides all on Halloween with the Dessert Party!

Agreed! If you take a look at 2016 MNSSHP thread there were many who asked for reviews and no one responded. I cannot remember off the top of my head when someone did report but it was well past the third week in September. Many dates were sold out too.

 

[monique5]

I think I read somewhere that TT is not a great spot for the parades. Is this still the case? Or how does parade viewing work if you booked Hallowishes?

TT is for the fireworks. Flagpole circle on Main St for parade. TT is an okay view for fireworks. Did the DVC Moonlight Magic & stood in Hub circle on "sidewalk" coming from bridge/walkway in Tomorrowland and view was okay too, but had to stand after being in the parks at 8am & fireworks weren't until like 11:15pm. So the view with the seat wins hands-down. We could see fireworks and castle projections from TT.

 

[monique5]

Agreed! If you take a look at 2016 MNSSHP thread there were many who asked for reviews and no one responded. I cannot remember off the top of my head when someone did report but it was well past the third week in September. Many dates were sold out too.

And a lot of the negative comments were from PP who did not attend , if you recall.

 

[ErinsMommy]

TT is for the fireworks. Flagpole circle on Main St for parade. TT is an okay view for fireworks. Did the DVC Moonlight Magic & stood in Hub circle on "sidewalk" coming from bridge/walkway in Tomorrowland and view was okay too, but had to stand after being in the parks at 8am & fireworks weren't until like 11:15pm. So the view with the seat wins hands-down. We could see fireworks and castle projections from TT.

is the flagpole circle reserved for those that booked Hallowishes? Or its open to all that are at MNSSHP?

 

[FoxC63]

And a lot of the negative comments were from PP who did not attend , if you recall.

Yep! And they were busted too because we were asking when they attended! That's right! hahah!

 

[Raya]

It's safe to say that one of the top reasons I go to three party is to see the Happy Hallowishes fireworks. I'm actually worried about it changing nite that Wishes had gone. Had anyone heard anything about changes to the fireworks?

 

[FoxC63]

It's safe to say that one of the top reasons I go to three party is to see the Happy Hallowishes fireworks. I'm actually worried about it changing nite that Wishes had gone. Had anyone heard anything about changes to the fireworks?

Are you still going to attend the First party?

 

[monique5]

is the flagpole circle reserved for those that booked Hallowishes? Or its open to all that are at MNSSHP?

Reserved for those that book HalloWishes Dessert Party.

 

[ErinsMommy]

Reserved for those that book HalloWishes Dessert Party.

Awesome, and thank you so much for all the info! Another thing to consider. LOL.

 

[monique5]

It's safe to say that one of the top reasons I go to three party is to see the Happy Hallowishes fireworks. I'm actually worried about it changing nite that Wishes had gone. Had anyone heard anything about changes to the fireworks?

I have seen nothing but positive posts/reviews about the new show on the Rumors Thread. A video is posted there too. A few negative posts were mainly about not wanting it to change & that Wishes had been around forever. OP pointed out that it had only been there for 13 years & that change is sometimes necessary when better -- current Disney material added. Check out the thread for comments and video. I'm excited to see it. I will not watch video, no spoiler alert here. Waiting until I can see it in person!

 

[Bex258]

I was wondering the same thing a few weeks ago. But I've read reviews that said it was a waste and some that said it was worth it. I mainly want to use it to have a great view of the parade since I will be attending MNSSHP on the busiest night.

This is what I keep trying to tell myself, esp. since our only MK nights are on our MNSSHP dates. I look at it this way - we'll likely have to stake out a spot about an hour prior. So why not have desserts while we wait. LOL.

I think for bigger groups/those with small children or those going on busy nights it would be worth it. I'm not bothering because I'm not big on the desserts, I know I'll find most of them too sweet and won't eat them AND it's just me so much easier to find a spot. I'm planning to get to the 2nd parade early and find a spot for the fireworks and while I'm waiting for them to start eat my Quick Service dinner/snacks.

 

[ErinsMommy]

I will not watch video, no spoiler alert here. Waiting until I can see it in person!

Same here, DH kept sending me videos and I had to yell at him. LOL

 

[ErinsMommy]

Is it safe to assume the MNSSHP dessert party hasn't been announced yet?