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

[FoxC63]

So maybe there is hope yet for ROL and CV. I was also able to book the Sleepy Hallow thing with the Headless Horsemen for our arrival date with premium tickets. I think I have my dining reservations sorted out finally. Scheduled many dining events with character meetups. I think I will be good just meeting Jack and Sally during the Party then I can focus on the other party events. Have lunch at Crystal Palace scheduled for 1420 so that should give us time to get the Party bands and then jump in line for Jack and Sally, then the special event souvenirs (as a Halloween lover I am alotting a large budget for this as it can be used as Halloween decor for the house after our trip) then onto the other events. This is my tentative plan for the party as of right now.

It's a solid plan. Perfect timing at Crystal Palace too. You should have plenty of time so I hope you and DH can relax and enjoy your meal.

 

[VillainFavs]

What were the prices? And CV was in MK?

Club Villain was at Hollywood Studios. I know the adult price was $129, not sure about kids.

 

[ErinsMommy]

Club Villain was at Hollywood Studios. I know the adult price was $129, not sure about kids.

Hmmmm DH will kill me if I add another party into the mix, but this is sounding more and more fun -- and being it'll be our one and only time in Disney over Halloween I'm thinking it'll be a must do

 

[Bex258]

I am so super stoked about this trip! I called and added an additional day to out trip. The suggestions and tips I have found in this thread have been super helpful. For my costume for the Party on 10/10 I am thinking of going as a Halloween fnatic or disbounding malificent. Not sure. I love Halloween and I love Disney! Thank you for being patient with me and answering all of my questions.

Now for same not so good news...I know everyone has been asking about Club Villain and Rivers of Light. I called Disney today and she said that both have been cancelled. The dates for ROL in September are the last dates. She said she didn't think it would be extended as it has already been extended once. She said there are currently no plans to bring Club Villain back. I just thought I would share the results of this conversation because I know many were hoping to book these events. If you hear differently please come back and update the thread.

From what I read of Club Villain it was super popular and would be crazy of them to not bring it back. Hopefully the CM just has nothing on the system and can only go with no because there is nothing there yet.

Shoot! I'd like to get these pictures for sure but I have only one day at HS. Currently they are on my ADR's list but I'm really hoping to go to Club Villain instead. We are planning on doing QS for the afternoon.

Ah, I had to make to HS evenings so I could fit in Fantasmic! and the Star Wars fireworks. Depending on times you might be able to squeeze them in on the same night, just quite a bit of food.

 

[mlee.sunny]

Trying to decide betweeen 9/22 (Fri) and 9/26 (Tues). Which do you think will be better in terms of crowds? I would think 9/26 because it's during the week, but 9/23 is DD's birthday and 9/22 would be more special do you think there won't be much of a difference? If a weekday is waaaayy less crowded, then we will probably do that.

 

[FoxC63]

Ah, I had to make to HS evenings so I could fit in Fantasmic! and the Star Wars fireworks. Depending on times you might be able to squeeze them in on the same night, just quite a bit of food.

We are light eaters that's why we don't use the dinning plan anymore. The costumes they're wearing must be old and this is good because that means they pulled them from retirement who knows how long they'll keep wearing them. I think I'm going to make some adjustments but now the cost of this day is soaring to the roof!

 

[yoda22]

She forgot to mention a great perk, they received goody bags! Make sure you take photos as Minnie and her guests will be in Halloween attire! This would be a great opportunity to scratch them off the "Halloween Must-Do Character List"!

They give out goodie bags at Minnie's Seasonal Dine? Totally awesome if that's the case! We booked this meal just so we can meet and see Minnie and the gang in Halloween costumes, seems like a lot of fun.

 

[disneybeautyfnp]

On ours too and of course the every other day thing didn't coincide with our AK day.

I am holding onto my Tiffins dinner reservation in hopes of a ROL upgrade. I'm sad it didn't work out for your trip though.

 

[yoda22]

It's easy because hubbie and I do not have kids. It's just a matter of taking more vacation days. So maybe there is hope yet for ROL and CV. I was also able to book the Sleepy Hallow thing with the Headless Horsemen for our arrival date with premium tickets. I think I have my dining reservations sorted out finally. Scheduled many dining events with character meetups. I think I will be good just meeting Jack and Sally during the Party then I can focus on the other party events. Have lunch at Crystal Palace scheduled for 1420 so that should give us time to get the Party bands and then jump in line for Jack and Sally, then the special event souvenirs (as a Halloween lover I am alotting a large budget for this as it can be used as Halloween decor for the house after our trip) then onto the other events. This is my tentative plan for the party as of right now.

So awesome you were able to get premium admission to the Headless Horseman meet and greet! I tried for premium, but could only snag general (our party is kinda large at 6 people, so that may be why). Curious to know what will be in the goodie bags!!

 

[AngelDisney]

Glad you remembered what I posted before. Yes, the kids received goody bags. I guess I'm adorable, CM gave me one too.

Whether the CMs think that I am dorable or not, they better give me one of those goody bags as well before I give an adult temper tantrum!!

Updated:
Just realize the H & V Halloween Dine starts on September 4. We are leaving on September 3.

 

[disneybeautyfnp]

Not a chance they're cancelling ROL already. They spent a lot of time, money, energy putting this together. It's not something they're just going to run for a few months and then retire. CMs on the phone like to talk very authoritatively, but very often have the wrong information. Or simply make up what they think makes sense! I'm not as sure about Club Villain. But again, the fact that they were able to sell out every night even at those prices, I'd be shocked if it didn't come back!

Praying you are right cause I would like to add both to my trip.

 

[disneybeautyfnp]

So awesome you were able to get premium admission to the Headless Horseman meet and greet! I tried for premium, but could only snag general (our party is kinda large at 6 people, so that may be why). Curious to know what will be in the goodie bags!!

When are you going? Our trip is for 10/9-10/14. I will post full review with pics after the trip.

 

[Bex258]

We are light eaters that's why we don't use the dinning plan anymore. The costumes they're wearing must be old and this is good because that means they pulled them from retirement who knows how long they'll keep wearing them. I think I'm going to make some adjustments but now the cost of this day is soaring to the roof!

That's been the story of my whole trip I kind of started off cautious on my budget but as I'm probably not doing another Halloween again (I'm thinking Flower & Garden or Festival of Arts time for my next trip) I may as well do it all, my poor bank account though.

Minnie and Mickey's costume does look older. I do love space suit Donald though. I'm not a big eater especially in hot weather a lot of these meals are going to be interesting. (Garden Grill breakfast and Bon Voyage Breakfast especially). At least with the buffets I can take what I want. For this one I'm not sure I'll be too bothered by food but another character greet done and access to a Fantasmic! FP just means another thing off my long to do list to tick off.

 

[Bex258]

I am holding onto my Tiffins dinner reservation in hopes of a ROL upgrade. I'm sad it didn't work out for your trip though.

On ours too and of course the every other day thing didn't coincide with our AK day.

I was lucky I could change a day around but it means I'm now at AK on a day when the crowd calendar says it is the worst park to visit on that day because of the extra magic hour morning. I don't know what busy in mid September is like but I experienced June/July crowds so I'm just expecting bad and hopefully it will be fine.

I hope they add more dates so everyone gets to see it.

 

[FoxC63]

Hmmmm DH will kill me if I add another party into the mix, but this is sounding more and more fun -- and being it'll be our one and only time in Disney over Halloween I'm thinking it'll be a must do

Do what I did - just book it as a "Surprise"

 

[FoxC63]

Trying to decide betweeen 9/22 (Fri) and 9/26 (Tues). Which do you think will be better in terms of crowds? I would think 9/26 because it's during the week, but 9/23 is DD's birthday and 9/22 would be more special do you think there won't be much of a difference? If a weekday is waaaayy less crowded, then we will probably do that.

What are your travel dates? I would be more inclined to suggest 9/26. I would also keep an eye on the weather in case you have to make last minute changes and switch things around. Here's a few links to help you decide but go with your instincts!

Sept. 17-23
http://www.characterlocator.com/?p=cal_index&mo=09&yr=2017&cweek=4

Sept. 24-30
http://www.characterlocator.com/?p=cal_index&mo=09&yr=2017&cweek=5

My favorite FL weather website too:
https://weather.com/weather/today/l/Orlando+FL+USFL0372:1:US

 

[mlee.sunny]

What are your travel dates? I would be more inclined to suggest 9/26. I would also keep an eye on the weather in case you have to make last minute changes and switch things around. Here's a few links to help you decide but go with your instincts!

Sept. 17-23
http://www.characterlocator.com/?p=cal_index&mo=09&yr=2017&cweek=4

Sept. 24-30
http://www.characterlocator.com/?p=cal_index&mo=09&yr=2017&cweek=5

My favorite FL weather website too:
https://weather.com/weather/today/l/Orlando+FL+USFL0372:1:US

Travel dates are either 9/20 - 9/30 or 9/21 - 9/30 (still working out resort options!)

If I go ahead and buy the 9/26 tickets, will I be able to switch to 9/22 later on if I want to?

Thank you for the detailed answer!

 

[FoxC63]

Hmmmm DH will kill me if I add another party into the mix, but this is sounding more and more fun -- and being it'll be our one and only time in Disney over Halloween I'm thinking it'll be a must do

In 2016 Club Villain listed only one price $129 per person young or old. No kid pricing.

 

[FoxC63]

Travel dates are either 9/20 - 9/30 or 9/21 - 9/30 (still working out resort options!)
If I go ahead and buy the 9/26 tickets, will I be able to switch to 9/22 later on if I want to?
Thank you for the detailed answer!

I can't guarantee that you could do this but from everything I've read this is doable provided the new date has not been sold out. Your best bet is to secure your hotel reservation first.

I really don't know where this frenzy of purchasing tickets immediately is coming from it's just not necessary. As stated by @monique5 , @Cluelyss and myself there is simply no rush. Please do not get caught up in this madness. The numbers are there in the First Post of this thread, @monique5 has provided documented proof that these tickets do not sell out upon release.

 

[FoxC63]

Whether the CMs think that I am dorable or not, they better give me one of those goody bags as well before I give an adult temper tantrum!!

Updated:
Just realize the H & V Halloween Dine starts on September 4. We are leaving on September 3.

Oh no! I will say you can still see them in unique costumes.
June 5, 2017 - September 3, 2017
Minnie's Summertime Dine
Head to Hollywood & Vine for a beach-inspired bash celebrating the sizzle of summer!

and enjoy the offerings:
Guests can pose for pics with popular Disney Characters, say “hi” to those stopping by and engage in table activities geared to the theme. Plus, the party gifts make great souvenirs!

After dinner, keep the festivities going with Fantasmic! Dining Package VIP seating for that evening’s show—it’s a can’t-miss mealtime experience!

I just booked mine for the Halloween one but if I ever get the chance to do this one just to get a photo and autograph I'd do it!