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

[Disneymadhouse]

August 25th would work for our dates that we are there! Been wondering why MK was closing at 7pm...this would kind of make sense, though it seems early for Halloween! Though I am sure Disney is always looking for a way to make more money! We would definitely be going if it is offered on Aug. 25 though!

See you there!! We've never been to MNSSHP as we have travelled at Christmas more recently so really hope it happens. The 25th would work out great for us! I talked to a CM at Disney dining yesterday who said that he would assume if MK closes at 7pm then it will be a party night. But of course, sometimes CM's know as much as bus drivers!

Claire

 

[GillianP1301]

Two years ago there were early September 7pm closings showing on the preliminary calendar and unfortunately they did not get MNSSHP and once the party dates were released, those early Sept 7pm closings were extended. So unfortunately, the 7pm closings we're seeing aren't a sure thing. On the flip side, last year there was an early party on 9/2, so anything is possible. We're there the week before labour day and really hoping that at least the 9/1 party pans out and bonus points if the late August ones do because I'd go twice!

 

[RMaas1]

Coming back on the Fantasy on 9/9, hoping to get a party on 9/10 to extend our trip for a couple more days! Would be our first Halloween visit

 

[Disneylover99]

Two years ago there were early September 7pm closings showing on the preliminary calendar and unfortunately they did not get MNSSHP and once the party dates were released, those early Sept 7pm closings were extended. So unfortunately, the 7pm closings we're seeing aren't a sure thing. On the flip side, last year there was an early party on 9/2, so anything is possible. We're there the week before labour day and really hoping that at least the 9/1 party pans out and bonus points if the late August ones do because I'd go twice!

I agree. I'm hoping the party starts on Aug. 25th, but it's definitely not a sure thing until dates are officially announced.

 

[HHMcG]

We plan to get in one more trip to Orlando this year late Aug before our Universal Season Passes expire. If they go with an August party I may have to add a day to our trip to get in our first ever MNSSHP. That trip was suppose to be exclusively Universal but......

 

[supergirljennie]

Hubby and I are coming to WDW for our first solo vacation ever, to anywhere, in Sept, and I'm really hoping they have Club Villain nights when we are there!

 

[RayO]

Oh, Disney, why are you toying with my emotions. Saturday is my ADR day, and would have loved to have official party dates before then. I basically planned off of the historic dates, and my fingers are crossed that they carry over.

 

[Cluelyss]

Oh, Disney, why are you toying with my emotions. Saturday is my ADR day, and would have loved to have official party dates before then. I basically planned off of the historic dates, and my fingers are crossed that they carry over.

Dates with a 7 pm MK close are good indications of party nights.

 

[dfurst05]

Oh, Disney, why are you toying with my emotions. Saturday is my ADR day, and would have loved to have official party dates before then. I basically planned off of the historic dates, and my fingers are crossed that they carry over.

Saturday is our ADR day as well which means we must be arriving the same date! Not sure how long your stay is but I am anticipating a party on Friday the 15th, Sunday the 17th (we plan to attend this party), and Tuesday the 19th based on hours currently posted for the MK as well as previous years party dates. I would say there is a pretty strong chance of a party each of these nights so you should be able to plan around them pretty comfortably, in my opinion.

At least that's what we are doing!! It's a little easier for us as we are only doing the QS dining plan so we have fewer ADRs to make overall but hopefully things work out okay for you.

 

[poodledogs55]

Saturday is our ADR day as well which means we must be arriving the same date! Not sure how long your stay is but I am anticipating a party on Friday the 15th, Sunday the 17th (we plan to attend this party), and Tuesday the 19th based on hours currently posted for the MK as well as previous years party dates. I would say there is a pretty strong chance of a party each of these nights so you should be able to plan around them pretty comfortably, in my opinion.

At least that's what we are doing!! It's a little easier for us as we are only doing the QS dining plan so we have fewer ADRs to make overall but hopefully things work out okay for you.

I'll be there the same week! I was wondering if you think the Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday party would be the least crowded? I'm pretty flexible, but make ADRs on Monday and want to have an "open" day planned by then. Thank you!

 

[dfurst05]

I'll be there the same week! I was wondering if you think the Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday party would be the least crowded? I'm pretty flexible, but make ADRs on Monday and want to have an "open" day planned by then. Thank you!

Yay!! Unfortunately I don't have much advice to offer. I've never been to a party before, and haven't even been to WDW since 2008 - when I was in high school.

What I do know is that parties that take place on a school night are usually the least busy. I also don't think that Thursday is typically a party day. In fact, MK park hours for Thursday, September 21st go until 9:00pm which is a strong indication there won't be a party tonight. Maybe you meant Friday? Since Friday is NOT a school night it is typically busier than other parties, so for that reason I would try and avoid going then if possible.

So I think Sunday or Tuesday would be the best - outside of that I don't know which would be the better of the two. Maybe Tuesday as locals would be more willing to bring their kids to a party on a Sunday if they are coming from further away in FL?? No clue.

The good news is that overall the parties during that time of month shouldn't be too crowded. Last year, I believe the only party that sold out in September was the 25th - so not very close to the days you would be looking at going.

Hope that helps!

 

[poodledogs55]

Yay!! Unfortunately I don't have much advice to offer. I've never been to a party before, and haven't even been to WDW since 2008 - when I was in high school.

What I do know is that parties that take place on a school night are usually the least busy. I also don't think that Thursday is typically a party day. In fact, MK park hours for Thursday, September 21st go until 9:00pm which is a strong indication there won't be a party tonight. Maybe you meant Friday? Since Friday is NOT a school night it is typically busier than other parties, so for that reason I would try and avoid going then if possible.

So I think Sunday or Tuesday would be the best - outside of that I don't know which would be the better of the two. Maybe Tuesday as locals would be more willing to bring their kids to a party on a Sunday if they are coming from further away in FL?? No clue.

The good news is that overall the parties during that time of month shouldn't be too crowded. Last year, I believe the only party that sold out in September was the 25th - so not very close to the days you would be looking at going.

Hope that helps!

Thanks! It will be our first party as well. I had Tuesday down and think I'll stick with that. Enjoy your trip!!

 

[bre126]

I have been to MVMCP a few times and I love it! We were always able to meet the princes with their princesses. Is that the case for MNSSHP? Were Jack and Sally the only characters to start greeting before the party started last year? I know my husband will want to meet Jack but our daughter will love the dwarfs but I just can't justify spending the entire night in line to meet 1 group or person. DO a lot of people go to 2 parties? I never thought about that but with the Christmas party we got everything done we wanted and rode rides.

 

[Sarahraegraham]

I have been to MVMCP a few times and I love it! We were always able to meet the princes with their princesses. Is that the case for MNSSHP? Were Jack and Sally the only characters to start greeting before the party started last year? I know my husband will want to meet Jack but our daughter will love the dwarfs but I just can't justify spending the entire night in line to meet 1 group or person. DO a lot of people go to 2 parties? I never thought about that but with the Christmas party we got everything done we wanted and rode rides.

Last year I went to WDW with my sister and her BF, and we are all big Halloween fans, so we decided to do 2 nights of MNSSHP for that reason. But now that I am going again this year with just my DH, we will be doing 2 parties for 2 reasons: first because I want to! LOL, but also because at one of the parties last year they had to cancel one of the showings of the HP Spelltacular, and if I hadn't already seen it the one time I would have been so upset! 2 parties is double the fun and insurance against missing fireworks or shows due to rain or other issues.

 

[efoote01]

When are the fall decorations up?

 

[Disneylover99]

When are the fall decorations up?

They typically start going up the last week of August.

 

[Rhody Red]

Noticed when I set our ADRs last week that it looks like a 7pm closing for September 12th (Tuesday). I know it's subject to change and all that, but I'm pretty sure there will be a Party that night. So, I saved Crystal Palace for that day, 5:05pm.
Can't wait for Tickets to go on sale!!!

 

[sheila14]

Last year I went to WDW with my sister and her BF, and we are all big Halloween fans, so we decided to do 2 nights of MNSSHP for that reason. But now that I am going again this year with just my DH, we will be doing 2 parties for 2 reasons: first because I want to! LOL, but also because at one of the parties last year they had to cancel one of the showings of the HP Spelltacular, and if I hadn't already seen it the one time I would have been so upset! 2 parties is double the fun and insurance against missing fireworks or shows due to rain or other issues.

It is hard to do everything in one party and if anyone can do 2 parties I say go for it!!

 

[s3058]

Might be a silly question as I'm not from the US but does anybody know why the party seems to move from Sunday to Monday on Columbus Day? It doesn't really make a big difference either way (Although I do have a very early flight the morning after!) I'm just curious

 

[Dug720]

Two years ago there were early September 7pm closings showing on the preliminary calendar and unfortunately they did not get MNSSHP and once the party dates were released, those early Sept 7pm closings were extended. So unfortunately, the 7pm closings we're seeing aren't a sure thing. On the flip side, last year there was an early party on 9/2, so anything is possible. We're there the week before labour day and really hoping that at least the 9/1 party pans out and bonus points if the late August ones do because I'd go twice!

Oh, I am well aware of that. But until the schedule is released, I can hold out hope!