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

[monique5]

This is what I sent. Not expecting anything though Disney has just become more and more mercenary. As I say in the message very saddened.

"I have been anxiously awaiting the opening of reservations for the Happy Hallowishes "Premium" Dessert Package as my wife has never had an opportunity to attend MNSSHP.

As we are older the idea of preferred parade viewing without having to stand on Main Street for an extended time was extremely attractive. Since preferred parade viewing has been a part of the package in the past I made reservations without giving it much thought.

Now I am given to understand that this is no longer part of the package despite the price having gone up. If this is true I am VERY disappointed and will likely cancel.

I understand WDW is a business and has to make money but there is only so much value you can strip before long time fans like myself start looking to other venues. My wife is actually more of a Harry Potter fan but I managed to convince her to visit WDW mainly on the strength of opportunities like this one. Now I am not even sure we will attend the party. That is how let down I feel by this development.

Very saddened "

I completely understand. Many feel this way.

Did you know Universal Orlando is offering a Harry Potter Christmas this year?

 

[FoxC63]

This is what I sent. Not expecting anything though Disney has just become more and more mercenary. As I say in the message very saddened.

"I have been anxiously awaiting the opening of reservations for the Happy Hallowishes "Premium" Dessert Package as my wife has never had an opportunity to attend MNSSHP.

As we are older the idea of preferred parade viewing without having to stand on Main Street for an extended time was extremely attractive. Since preferred parade viewing has been a part of the package in the past I made reservations without giving it much thought.

Now I am given to understand that this is no longer part of the package despite the price having gone up. If this is true I am VERY disappointed and will likely cancel.

I understand WDW is a business and has to make money but there is only so much value you can strip before long time fans like myself start looking to other venues. My wife is actually more of a Harry Potter fan but I managed to convince her to visit WDW mainly on the strength of opportunities like this one. Now I am not even sure we will attend the party. That is how let down I feel by this development.

Very saddened "

This is fantastic and I urge everyone to hop on board. Very soon Disney will offer "Frozen Happily Ever After Dessert Party that includes Illuminations AND a FEA ride for the same price.

EDIT: Deleted information about Christmas Dessert party. - June 14

 

[ErinsMommy]

I'm curious - on a sold out party night (assuming the worst case scenario), how soon before the parade do you need to get there to get a good spot on Main Street? And what is generally the best spot? Sitting on the curb? And where?

Anyone??

 

[Lovewinnie]

CONFIRMED: HalloWishes Premium Dessert Package does NOT include premium seating for Boo To-You Parade. If you are unhappy please send an email to: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/help/email/

NOTE: The Christmas Dessert Party does have premium seating for the parade and Fireworks.

Did the CM give any explanation why it is not offered during MNSSHP?

CONFIRMED: HalloWishes Premium Dessert Package does NOT include premium seating for Boo To-You Parade. If you are unhappy please send an email to: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/help/email/

NOTE: The Christmas Dessert Party does have premium seating for the parade and Fireworks.

what confirmation did you receive that this will be happening during MVMCP? TIA

 

[FoxC63]

Did the CM give any explanation why it is not offered during MNSSHP?

what confirmation did you receive that this will be happening during MVMCP? TIA

No explanation was given. I called twice and both times I was told the Christmas Party is being offered both parade and fireworks. Guest Services the first time and Dining reservations the second. Two different departments. I believe what they're saying.

@PolyRob also sent an email which may not be answered immediately however I'm sure he'll let us know what it states. I do plan to call again tomorrow to see if the story changes but I doubt it will.

 

[PolyRob]

No explanation was given. I called twice and both times I was told the Christmas Party is being offered both parade and fireworks. Guest Services the first time and Dining reservations the second. Two different departments. I believe what they're saying.

@PolyRob also sent an email which may not be answered immediately however I'm sure he'll let us know what it states. I do plan to call again tomorrow to see if the story changes but I doubt it will.

For what its worth, I chatted Disney (not usually reliable at all) and the CM said neither included the parade. I am still waiting for the e-mail to come through and will definitely report back!

 

[Lovewinnie]

I posted this on the MVMCP thread. I only asked DSS about the dessert party during MVMCP

 

[Lovewinnie]

Just an update. I emailed disney signature services regarding the parade viewing not being listed on website as we are staying club level this trip. The CM who responded to my email said that preferred viewing for the parade is included in the dessert party package this year. She stated that we will check in between 4-7 and the meet up for parade begins at 7:30. I'm hoping the concierge CMs did some checking on this before responding to my questions

This was posted by me on MVMCP thread

 

[acln]

Sorry if I missed this somewhere but how long will rides be running during the night? I know party hours at 7-12 but on last years schedule there was a villain show at midnight, so are people still able to line up and get on rides at 12?
Just been looking over my plans and trying to see if we end up skipping the last villains show then maybe we could get a ride or two in instead.

 

[LongLiveRafiki]

Perhaps I missed it (actually I know I've seen it several times on the boards, but can't remember where exactly), but can someone post the Guest Services email, please?

I would like to express my distaste both for the Hallowishes Dessert Party increasing $10 and not offering parade viewing, and for the Frozen Dessert Party costing $30 more than the previous Illuminations Dessert Party when the only apparent difference is a ride. It's rather ridiculous that both of these events cost more than an August MNSSHP ticket, which alone provides so much more to do than a dessert party. I would consider splurging on one or both of those, but $79 for a not so great view of the fireworks and a few desserts and NO alcohol for Hallowishes is steep. The Frozen one isn't much better at the same price point, a view of the fireworks that is very easy to get around the lagoon, a few desserts, but at least they are offering alcohol (I assume that will still be there) and a ride. Still though, I feel that both of these dessert parties need something more, especially when you compare them with the Star Wars one which offers better desserts, themed alcoholic drinks, a great fireworks viewing area, and a souvenir, FOR $10 LESS.

 

[FoxC63]

This was posted by me on MVMCP thread

Thank you for sharing. So as it stands two people have been told the Christmas Desert party will receive the parade & fireworks via twice verbal and one email and @PolyRob was told verbally the opposite.

I fervently believe the Christmas Dessert parties will have both.

 

[FoxC63]

Perhaps I missed it (actually I know I've seen it several times on the boards, but can't remember where exactly), but can someone post the Guest Services email, please?

I would like to express my distaste both for the Hallowishes Dessert Party increasing $10 and not offering parade viewing, and for the Frozen Dessert Party costing $30 more than the previous Illuminations Dessert Party when the only apparent difference is a ride. It's rather ridiculous that both of these events cost more than an August MNSSHP ticket, which alone provides so much more to do than a dessert party. I would consider splurging on one or both of those, but $79 for a not so great view of the fireworks and a few desserts and NO alcohol for Hallowishes is steep. The Frozen one isn't much better at the same price point, a view of the fireworks that is very easy to get around the lagoon, a few desserts, but at least they are offering alcohol (I assume that will still be there) and a ride. Still though, I feel that both of these dessert parties need something more, especially when you compare them with the Star Wars one which offers better desserts, themed alcoholic drinks, a great fireworks viewing area, and a souvenir, FOR $10 LESS.

Here you go and THANK YOU! https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/help/email/

 

[acln]

Anyone??

This will be my first party, but we are going halloween night so definitely sold out. I'm planning to try to find a spot on main st about an hour before parade, sitting/standing on the curb anywhere we can. I'd like somewhere in the middle of main st because we'd like to see the zootopia characters.
Hopefully someone else can share their previous experiences though!

 

[PolyRob]

Thank you for sharing. So as it stands two people have been told the Christmas Desert party will receive the parade & fireworks via twice verbal and one email and @PolyRob was told verbally the opposite.

I fervently believe the Christmas Dessert parties will have both.

I will let you know what the email response says "within 7 days" lol

 

[cuteandfluffy626]

I will let you know what the email response says "within 7 days" lol

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Figures... Sorry for everyone interested in the party! What a downer.

 

[LongLiveRafiki]

Here you go and THANK YOU! https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/help/email/

Thanks!

 

[PolyRob]

Figures... Sorry for everyone interested in the party! What a downer.

I e-mailed this am. 10 hours to be told I should wait up to 7 more days. Good thing the first party isn't for 2.5 months lol

 

[Amunet]

Hi everyone! I've been to MNSSHP ... 4 times? A good bit lol
I thought I would be attending MVMCP this year but plans changed. I'm super excited that we will be going to WDW for a quick weekend trip in early September (just booked last night!).
Haha, well, it turns out we will be doing MNSSHP again! I don't mind though, I do love the event

I read a post mentioning that CM discount parties tend to sell out. May I ask how early? We can't get the tickets just yet.

 

[biochemgirl]

I’m newer to WDW planning and need a little help figuring out how to make the most of our one night of MNSSHP. At DL, when two parades run in a night, the first one runs towards Main St and the second parade goes the reverse direction, starting at Main St and moving away.

So far, I’m not seeing times listed for the Boo to You parade on Aug 29. Various articles suggest that there will be two parades. Will it follow the same pattern as at DL? First going towards Main St then reversing for the second one?

 

[monique5]

I’m newer to WDW planning and need a little help figuring out how to make the most of our one night of MNSSHP. At DL, when two parades run in a night, the first one runs towards Main St and the second parade goes the reverse direction, starting at Main St and moving away.

So far, I’m not seeing times listed for the Boo to You parade on Aug 29. Various articles suggest that there will be two parades. Will it follow the same pattern as at DL? First going towards Main St then reversing for the second one?

@ WDW both parades run the same route/direction. Stars in Frontierland and ends on Main St. by circling Flag Pole circle.