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

[monique5]

Hi, new member here! Been lurking for a couple of weeks and I'd love some input on our first mnsshp this year.
We are planning to go Halloween night, I'm expecting it to be busy of course but I'd love to hear any of your experiences going the 31st. I'm not planning to do and see everything but I've got a tentative plan for night, I'll get a better idea once parties have started and times are released for parades and such but so far:

-Be at the gate at 3 and get thru security as quick as possible.
-Go to monster inc laugh floor (we will be dressed in monster inc costumes and we never had a chance to see this on our last trip in may 2016 so it's a must)
-Head to Jack and Sally line
After that the parade and castle shows are a priority. I figure trick or treating can be done here and there as we are walking around, or if we are in a long line I could possibly take DD to a ToT spot real quick while my husband waits (is that frowned upon?)
We are planning to stay until park closes so I'm hoping we can squeeze in a couple quick rides, and my daughter would love to meet Elena, Mickey or Minnie in their Halloween attire, and Buzz and Lotso (if they will be there again)

Also, I saw a post that mentioned a lot of the party merch is gone by the last few parties, is that true?...I was hoping to at least get party t shirts for the three of us.

Thank you in advance for any help!

Jack & Sally: You need to do this 1st, and line up around 4pm. They were out early last year every night. OR take chances at the end of the night.

DH Waits - Not a problem, I did this for Jack & Sally while DH & DD rode rides.

Party Merchandise: Typically by end of October exclusive merchandise is gone. I attended last year on October 30th & 31st, I was able to get a few things, but was only looking for t-shirts, all sizes were available (Purchased Youth, AL, AXL, 2XL) --- MNNSHP and Hocus Pocus shirts. OP may have more details on other merchandise.

 

[wenpop]

So I was reading that in past years Disney has done a Halloween dessert party, Do you think they will do another one this year,???? I was trying to decide to do the Star wars dessert party or not, And the regular dessert party isn't offered during the MNSSHP......

 

[monique5]

So I was reading that in past years Disney has done a Halloween dessert party, Do you think they will do another one this year,???? I was trying to decide to do the Star wars dessert party or not, And the regular dessert party isn't offered during the MNSSHP......

Most likely, yes. And website indicates Fireworks Dessert Party with image, just no details to click on now.

 

[s3058]

I was on hold for 50 minutes but finally got through to book the headless horseman event

I would definitely recommend booking this very soon especially if you want the premium seats. I booked on the first day available and all the premium seats were gone for the 8 o'clock show.

What do you guys think will be included in them? I figured if they turned out not to be great it didn't matter for the price difference since there's only 2 of us.

Also not sure if this was answered but the cm I booked with said that you add it to MDE as a note, like you do with bbb.

 

[Felicis]

What is the headless horseman event???

And -dense moment - who are Jack and Sally?

 

[abnihon]

I was on hold for 50 minutes but finally got through to book the headless horseman event

I would definitely recommend booking this very soon especially if you want the premium seats. I booked on the first day available and all the premium seats were gone for the 8 o'clock show.

What do you guys think will be included in them? I figured if they turned out not to be great it didn't matter for the price difference since there's only 2 of us.

Also not sure if this was answered but the cm I booked with said that you add it to MDE as a note, like you do with bbb.

Eek! What time did you call?

 

[s3058]

What is the headless horseman event???

And -dense moment - who are Jack and Sally?

In wilderness lodge they are doing a screening of the headless horseman movie and then I think there is a meet and greet. Regular ticket is around 25 and include a pin, premium is 38 and include a pin and goodie bag.

Jack Skelengton and Sally from the nightmare before Christmas

 

[s3058]

Eek! What time did you call?

I called at about 9.30 Florida time. I'm in Ireland though so not sure if that affects it

 

[smallworldnh]

I'm not sure if I asked this already, I'm following so many threads in preparation for my upcoming trip that my head is spinning! Can I use Visa (not Disney) gift cards to purchase the tickets for MNSSHP??

 

[AllyGirl_79]

I called at about 9.30 Florida time. I'm in Ireland though so not sure if that affects it

I called yesterday, as well, to book Sun, Oct 8. Called at about 8am ET. Also took me about 50 minutes, but that was largely because I chose the wrong prompt on the automated system! I called 407-WDW-PLAY, picked "limited time events" from the menu, waited on hold 20 minutes, and ended up with someone in Dining, who transferred me over to Recreation. And then I waited on hold again.

I was told the same - premium seats not available at 8pm that day. Though I was happy to book general seating.

 

[neechofish]

Hi.

What are the chances of other dates being announced? I have 3 nights in Orlando 27, 28 & 29 September. I would like to do both MNSSHP and US HHN. Both parties are only on 29th for my stay.

 

[monique5]

Hi.

What are the chances of other dates being announced? I have 3 nights in Orlando 27, 28 & 29 September. I would like to do both MNSSHP and US HHN. Both parties are only on 29th for my stay.

Nope.

 

[ErinsMommy]

Hi.

What are the chances of other dates being announced? I have 3 nights in Orlando 27, 28 & 29 September. I would like to do both MNSSHP and US HHN. Both parties are only on 29th for my stay.

Unfortunately not likely at all - once the dates are announced that's pretty much all there will be.

 

[FoxC63]

@s3058 and @Felicis

Legend of Sleepy Hollow @ Disney's Fort Wilderness
The event will include a showing of the 1949 classic animated Disney film, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, followed by another 1949 classic The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, and lastly. Then guests will be able to have a meet-and-greet experience with the Headless Horseman. All guests of the event will receive a limited edition Headless Horseman pin, and Premium Ticket guests will receive an additional “goody bag.”

Dates: September 29th and 30th, Thursdays through Sundays in October, and the last Monday and Tuesday of October; the 30th and 31st.

Times: 8pm & 10pm

Tickets: Will go on sale six months before each date (for example, for the October 1st show, reservations can be made starting April 1st). Reservations, 407-WDW-PLAY.

Premium Seating: $38 plus tax
General Admission: $22 plus tax
Prepay at time of booking. No discounts available. 2D Cancellation Policy

 

[FoxC63]

I'm not sure if I asked this already, I'm following so many threads in preparation for my upcoming trip that my head is spinning! Can I use Visa (not Disney) gift cards to purchase the tickets for MNSSHP??

Yes. But I think the Visa GC has cover the entire transaction if doing it online, if you have multiple Visa GC than I recommend calling to purchase them.

 

[FoxC63]

So I was reading that in past years Disney has done a Halloween dessert party, Do you think they will do another one this year,???? I was trying to decide to do the Star wars dessert party or not, And the regular dessert party isn't offered during the MNSSHP......

Disney has not updated their nighttime entertainment at this time. Frustrating huh?!

 

[ErinsMommy]

Disney has not updated their nighttime entertainment at this time. Frustrating huh?!

Seriously. First ROL dining package is only every other day in September, the late announcement of dates, now just waiting to find out when they go on sale. I'm thinking the Halloween party is not on the top of Disney's to-do list.

 

[FoxC63]

Seriously. First ROL dining package is only every other day in September, the late announcement of dates, now just waiting to find out when they go on sale. I'm thinking the Halloween party is not on the top of Disney's to-do list.

This is sad. How did the personal shopper work out?

 

[ErinsMommy]

This is sad. How did the personal shopper work out?

She's on it if she'll be in the park prior to our stay. DD will be soooo excited esp if its a Jack Skellington! Thank you again!

 

[Minerva'sDad]

Found exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!