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

[AngelDisney]

Thank you. So in theory could i go to Guest services in Disney Springs a few days before the party and swap my paper ticket for a hard ticket and then use that for entry at the turnstiles?

Yes, this can be done.

 

[MissMaryQC]

You may very well have posted this info already but I'm trying to gather some info from those that lost FP+ to work on a theory...
Do you have a package or a room only and tickets purchased separately?
I'm so sorry if you've posted that info before and I'm not asking again.

We have a BB package. No worries.

 

[DisneyMom93]

So assuming that I am able to book FP's using MNSSHP tickets that are assigned to people on MDE without any other tickets or FP, is there any reason not to keep the FP's? I guess the only danger would be getting locked out of MDE, correct?

Would the fact that you are taking advance FPs away from others that are entitled to them be reason enough?

***Edited: I'd like to apologize for my "tone," and if I misunderstood the post.

I took their worry of "getting locked out of MDE" as an indication they were understanding they were booking FPs they weren't entitled to, according to the previous discussion about Party Tickets no longer being entitled to FPs.

(I realize it's been based on confusion and/or a glitch and we don't actually know anything for sure yet.)

I didn't want to delete this original reply because it has been quoted several times, and I thought it best to leave the original for context.

 

[DisneyMom93]

I posted this on another thread, but will do so here as well. Someone asked a few posts back if the hard tickets have any mention of fastpasses availability. While they don't, the confirmation email I received when I purchased the party tickets does, and the emails from each linked party tickets do as well.
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It states "if you've added a Theme Park ticket." The party ticket is not a theme park ticket. It's a Special Event ticket.

The asterisk also states Valid theme park admission required.

From this email I don't think you could say FPs are attached to party tickets. I can see the confusion if someone doesn't pick up on "theme park ticket."

 

[BigMommaMouse]

Costumes are allowed for adults and that sounds like an awesome idea! Her staff should be fine to bring. I've gone as the wicked witch for quite a few years now without any issues bringing a broom or doing face paint. I can give you tips if you like on how to do the makeup it takes about 1.5 hours to do my face and hands and it lasts the entire party and doesnt rub off.
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Always smile when I see your photos.

 

[kidnrs22]

This could really vary depending on the gate cast members since the early entry for the party doesn't really start till 4pm. I personally have entered at 3pm through the regular ticketing gate tapstiles, with no children just two adults dressed in costumes.

Thank you! Hopefully it won't be an issue.

 

[FeralCatRogue]

Always smile when I see your photos.

Thank you! I have os much fun there dressing up!

 

[kizmet311]

I believe it's been established several pages back that he does meet during the party.

thanks. I had read it on another site and I thought I also saw it on the party ADR site but looking at it more closely, it is specifically for crystal palace

Just to clarify - the Beast DOES greet at dinner during the MNSSHP? If he doesn't, then we should probably try to do dessert on our other MK day instead.

 

[William Ades]

So there is a better than likely chance that we will not be able to attend on the date that I purchased. I know it says they are non-refundable and non-transferable, but does that mean they are non-transferable to other people, non-transferable to another date, or both? Only part of my problem, because we were staying with DVC points and there is nothing available on the other dates that we could potentially make it down. UGH...the perils of trying to plan so far ahead, you never know what might pop up...STUPID WORK!!!!

 

[AngelDisney]

So there is a better than likely chance that we will not be able to attend on the date that I purchased. I know it says they are non-refundable and non-transferable, but does that mean they are non-transferable to other people, non-transferable to another date, or both? Only part of my problem, because we were staying with DVC points and there is nothing available on the other dates that we could potentially make it down. UGH...the perils of trying to plan so far ahead, you never know what might pop up...STUPID WORK!!!!

You can reassign party ticket to another person, but I am not sure about changing to another night. You can call and ask. If you reassign tickets, make sure the other people have ticket media to access ticket entitlements. Pixie dust!

 

[FoxC63]

Just to clarify - the Beast DOES greet at dinner during the MNSSHP? If he doesn't, then we should probably try to do dessert on our other MK day instead.

Yes, he meets.

So there is a better than likely chance that we will not be able to attend on the date that I purchased. I know it says they are non-refundable and non-transferable, but does that mean they are non-transferable to other people, non-transferable to another date, or both? Only part of my problem, because we were staying with DVC points and there is nothing available on the other dates that we could potentially make it down. UGH...the perils of trying to plan so far ahead, you never know what might pop up...STUPID WORK!!!!

I was refunded last year however another posted Disney would not do it this year. He/she further stated he went through "Chat" line, which by way never works so don't attempt it but they couldn't do it either. If you want to change the date it's possible. Just call Disney.

 

[magickingdomprincess]

Would the fact that you are taking advance FPs away from others that are entitled to them be reason enough?

Not sure what's behind your tone that I'm trying to take anything away from others Has Disney not allowed FP's with MNSSHP tix for the past several years? They have even helped others add those FP's back that were lost in some cases this year. They've sent very mixed messages from everything I've read.

 

[FoxC63]

Okay, I replied back again and asked for further confirmation/clarification and got this back:

Dear Summer,



Thank you for contacting the Walt Disney World® Resort. We are excited for your upcoming visit!



Every ticket has FastPass+ Service eligibility. Our system works in a very special way with both types of tickets. We recommend booking your entire stay first and then booking your FastPass+ selections for the special event. Please ensure that you have booked all days of your regular theme park admission prior to booking for the special event during the hours of 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm.



If you are still having difficulties making your FastPass selections or receive a notice about selections that are subject to cancellation, you may reach out to Disney's Internet Help Desk for assistance at 407-939-7765, option 3. Cast Members are available from 7:00 AM until 11:00 PM, EST, seven days a week.



For security purposes, we will ask for verification on all accounts we will need to assist you with. Please have the following information available for each account: First and last name registered to the account, e-mail address of the account and the address listed on the profile.



We look forward to hearing from you soon!



If you have questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us.



Sincerely,



Francesca Reyes

eCommerce Sales and Service Team



PLEASE NOTE: All information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to your visit.

Interesting.

 

[Farro]

You guys honestly, stop relying on what the cast member replies to you, as sad as that sounds. They truly don't know anything. If the system has been updated to now disallow fast passes to be made with party tickets, cast members on the phone etc., will be the last to know!

I'm thinking it's all going to come down to chance. Either the system "catches" you and deletes a day of fast passes, or it doesn't.

Good luck everybody!

 

[DisneyMom93]

Not sure what's behind your tone that I'm trying to take anything away from others Has Disney not allowed FP's with MNSSHP tix for the past several years? They have even helped others add those FP's back that were lost in some cases this year. They've sent very mixed messages from everything I've read.

I thought you were specifically asking about this year, IF Disney is NOT allowing FPs for MNSSHP tix but you were ABLE to book them anyway since the system seems to allow it. You asked for reasons NOT to keep FPs with party tickets that would be canceled anyway.

Technically, booking FPs you're not entitled to (if you are indeed not entitled to them) does "take away from others" that are entitled to them. It removes FPs from the system.

I apologize for my "tone."

 

[DisneyMom93]

You guys honestly, stop relying on what the cast member replies to you, as sad as that sounds. They truly don't know anything. If the system has been updated to now disallow fast passes to be made with party tickets, cast members on the phone etc., will be the last to know!

I'm thinking it's all going to come down to chance. Either the system "catches" you and deletes a day of fast passes, or it doesn't.

Good luck everybody!

It is frustrating that so many CMs give a different answer when you speak to them, email them, etc. And you can't use a CM response to claim you are entitled to a FP, because their response is policy is subject to change, etc.

 

[FoxC63]

Just to add one more, I got this response from Disney today:


Thank you for contacting the Walt Disney World® Resort.
We are so excited to have you visit for our Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party!

Yes, you will be able to make FastPass+® selections for the hours from 4:00pm to 6:30pm, depending on availability. The Party tickets need to be linked to your My Disney Experience® account, and you will need to be within your window of arrival. If you are staying on property, you are able to begin booking your FastPasses® 60 days prior to arrival. If you are not staying with us, you will have a window of 30 days prior to arrival. Once the party starts, FastPasses® are no longer able to be booked, or used. The park is not sold to capacity during the party, so there are almost no wait times for most of the attractions.

It is going to be a great party! Adults are even able to dress up for it. You can come as your favorite character. It is still pretty warm down here, so be sure you plan for that when selecting a costume.

If you have questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us.

I currently have FP+ scheduled for 4:20-5:20 and 5:20-6:20 that night. I also have 3 FP+ booked for my single day ticket that I will be using 2 days later at Epcot. So far no issues. I'm going to the first party, so I'll report back on how things worked out next month...

Could you please share who wrote you? That would be most helpful, thanks!

 

[MissMaryQC]

Not sure what's behind your tone that I'm trying to take anything away from others Has Disney not allowed FP's with MNSSHP tix for the past several years? They have even helped others add those FP's back that were lost in some cases this year. They've sent very mixed messages from everything I've read.

Mixed messages yes, but the answers have little to do with what actually happens. The removal of the last day's fast passes is an automatic thing; it's the computer, not the cast members doing it. When it happened to me, even though I was assured by a CM it wouldn't, my party FPs were not able to be kept, and it was a difficult process to get the last day passes back in place.

As it was explained to me, it's not about past years, the software has finally caught up and can know differentiate between party tickets and park tickets. And party tickets do not get fast passes.

 

[LongLiveRafiki]

It states "if you've added a Theme Park ticket." The party ticket is not a theme park ticket. It's a Special Event ticket.

The asterisk also states Valid theme park admission required.

From this email I don't think you could say FPs are attached to party tickets. I can see the confusion if someone doesn't pick up on "theme park ticket."

I replied to you on another thread, but I'll post here too in case not everyone reads the other.

Only one of the two emails even mentions "theme park ticket" but they are both confirmations only for party tickets. These are not cast member responses but direct emails sent from Disney to confirm party ticket purchases. If my passes are deleted and I can't get them re-instated, I'm not going to sweat it. I will explain to them how the wording of these emails seems to indicate that I should make fast passes for the ticket that the emails are confirmations for. Many guests are not seasoned visitors or members of the boards and therefore are unlikely to understand Disney's differentiation between a "theme park ticket" and a party ticket that allows access to a theme park during certain hours on a particular day, especially when the words "theme park ticket" are used on an email confirmation for a party ticket. Also, given that Disney is frequented by foreigners who have language differences, it is important for Disney to be precise in their communications and if they aren't allowing fast passes on party tickets, they shouldn't even bring up the words "fast pass" on party ticket emails if they don't want to cause confusion.

 

[DonaldDuck77]

Not sure what's behind your tone that I'm trying to take anything away from others Has Disney not allowed FP's with MNSSHP tix for the past several years? They have even helped others add those FP's back that were lost in some cases this year. They've sent very mixed messages from everything I've read.

Click on a user's profile. Then click "ignore". Ahhh. Much better.