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

[only hope]

How do you schedule and then use fastpasses for MNSSHP (4-6:30 window) if you purchase tix online (print out) and don't have magicbands? Asking for my sister who is only going to the party and not staying on property.

Magicbands are not required for fastpasses. They are an alternative to using your plastic ticket at touchpoints. To make fp+, you need to link the tickets to the MDE accounts if they are not already listed under tickets. To book fp for multiple people at the same time, you must all be on each others friends & family list.

 

[LadyRayado]

Sadly, phone CMs are not always the most informed. If you want garden viewing, I'd recommend cancelling your terrace view and booking garden instead. There are 2 separate check in locations, and as the number of guests for each event is limited, I doubt they'd let you change at check in - unless there was day-of availability. And even then, you'd likely not get a refund. Just book the view you want. Neither will get you the parade though.

^ I second this. Book the view you want now, because there are no guarantees in the park. And I highly doubt they'll refund you any difference.

 

[sherlockmiles]

Maid costume for 9/10 party

 

[monorailrabbit]

If we're using a Park Hopper to enter MK, will we be allowed in with our costumes on around 3:15-3:30 or do we have to go without costumes at that time? Also, there will be plenty of people around riding the buses in costume, right? I've spent hours on these silly things, and now I'm starting to get anxiety about actually wearing them in public (I'm really not a costume type of person generally).

I had a rather elaborate costume and I wore it from Pop, on the bus, to MK. I did get some squeals of delight form kids "Mom LOOK! It's Sleeping Beauty's fairy godmother!!!" But no funny looks, everyone pretty much assumes you're going to the party! I had a great photo of me on the bus, but I can't find it... so here's one right before we left our room:

(sorry it's huge!)

 

[prettypatchesmsu]

If we're using a Park Hopper to enter MK, will we be allowed in with our costumes on around 3:15-3:30 or do we have to go without costumes at that time? Also, there will be plenty of people around riding the buses in costume, right? I've spent hours on these silly things, and now I'm starting to get anxiety about actually wearing them in public (I'm really not a costume type of person generally).

There will be plenty of people wearing costumes on the buses, so nothing to worry about. Everyone will know where you are going and why you're in costumes. We were Kevin and Russell last year, and we got a lot of little kids excited about it. I could hear them say, Look it's Russell! It's a lot of fun. Don't be anxious, I'll be a great time and people will love your costumes I'm sure! I am shy and generally don't like to stand out, but the party is a fantastic time and it's really very fun in costume. I wasn't anxious at all (and I normally am)

 

[disneymagicgirl]

Do you think there is going to be a big difference in which party I attend? Looking at 10/5 and 10/6. Goals are to see parade and fireworks and ride rides. Not too concerned with characters or trick or treating. I assume fri will be busier, but since most of our time will be spent on rides, does it matter?

 

[sherlockmiles]

I had a rather elaborate costume and I wore it from Pop, on the bus, to MK. I did get some squeals of delight form kids "Mom LOOK! It's Sleeping Beauty's fairy godmother!!!" But no funny looks, everyone pretty much assumes you're going to the party! I had a great photo of me on the bus, but I can't find it...

Absolutely LOVE IT!!

 

[monorailrabbit]

Absolutely LOVE IT!!

Thanks!! My friend hand-made the entire thing with the exception of the wings. She even made a poofy tulle to go underneath! It was so much fun to make and simply magical to wear through the park! We got some amazing pics! We met Maleficent and that will forever be my favorite character interaction!

 

[Mrjoshua]

I'm trying to google "Garden Plaza Magic Kingdom" to determine it's location, and have become more confused.

My party plan is to attend one of the dessert events, and then secure a spot for the second BTY parade after the fireworks. Would the Garden view prove advantageous over the Terrace view? I know from prior posts that neither dessert party offers parade viewing. I'm just wondering if the garden dessert party would put me in a closer/better position to grab spots for the second parade.

 

[Jarmo]

This has probably been asked before... if I have multiple tickets linked to my Magic Band along with the Halloween ticket, will the event ticket definitely be used if we enter the park after 4? Or should I deactivate my other tickets to be sure?

 

[LadyRayado]

I'm trying to google "Garden Plaza Magic Kingdom" to determine it's location, and have become more confused.

My party plan is to attend one of the dessert events, and then secure a spot for the second BTY parade after the fireworks. Would the Garden view prove advantageous over the Terrace view? I know from prior posts that neither dessert party offers parade viewing. I'm just wondering if the garden dessert party would put me in a closer/better position to grab spots for the second parade.

Here is a map from Robo - it is that lower right section in purple "Wishes Dessert Party Viewing." If you look further to the right corner, you'll see the Terrace view. I think you'd definitely have a advantage over the Terrace view - because you're already right on the Hub and will just have to move to a curb on Main Street. Those people will have to exit the Terrace, come down to the Hub, and then find curb space.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

This has probably been asked before... if I have multiple tickets linked to my Magic Band along with the Halloween ticket, will the event ticket definitely be used if we enter the park after 4? Or should I deactivate my other tickets to be sure?

They have separate entry points for the party and use the Halloween entry as long as you use them. If you were to go into the regular lines it would have to use one of your other tickets.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I'm trying to google "Garden Plaza Magic Kingdom" to determine it's location, and have become more confused.

My party plan is to attend one of the dessert events, and then secure a spot for the second BTY parade after the fireworks. Would the Garden view prove advantageous over the Terrace view? I know from prior posts that neither dessert party offers parade viewing. I'm just wondering if the garden dessert party would put me in a closer/better position to grab spots for the second parade.

You're closer but IMO you should select the dessert party that you wish to experience first and foremost. It won't matter significantly for getting parade viewing for the second parade.

 

[alisonslp]

we have ADR for BOG on our party night. currently at 8:30 but I am trying to get an earlier time, checking each day for openings. Anyway, we plan to have just appetizers and dessert. Anyone have an idea how long this should take on a party night? Any differences in the time waiting for the food?

 

[stickeymouse]

Do you think there is going to be a big difference in which party I attend? Looking at 10/5 and 10/6. Goals are to see parade and fireworks and ride rides. Not too concerned with characters or trick or treating. I assume fri will be busier, but since most of our time will be spent on rides, does it matter?

Shouldn't make a difference. Pick whichever best suits your schedule.

 

[pjtoadie]

We're all ready to go for tonight

 

[Cluelyss]

I had a rather elaborate costume and I wore it from Pop, on the bus, to MK. I did get some squeals of delight form kids "Mom LOOK! It's Sleeping Beauty's fairy godmother!!!" But no funny looks, everyone pretty much assumes you're going to the party! I had a great photo of me on the bus, but I can't find it... so here's one right before we left our room:

(sorry it's huge!)

AMAZING!!!

 

[FoxC63]

I really wanted the mystery pin box and we will be there Sept 10th and Sept 15th, I hope they kept some back to sell....

at least both of my parties are in the top 10 of least crowded....

They're gone. They also had printing issues, misspelled words. Those who purchased now have a rare collectible

 

[littlebearfan]

View attachment 266403 View attachment 266404 View attachment 266405 We're all ready to go for tonight

Great costumes! Have fun!

 

[famsen]

They're gone. They also had printing issues, misspelled words. Those who purchased now have a rare collectible

Misspelled words too? I thought it was just an issue of not mixing up the boxes well enough since everyone kept getting the same 2 pins over and over. That really stinks because the pins are what I really enjoy purchasing the most at the parties. There was some really poor merchandise planning this year with the whole Hocus Pocus line being pulled and now mystery pins.