"Official" 2018 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - A Spooktacular Celebration!

[Araminta18]

It does look like the parade viewing is for both. I did call in, not bookable yet, I assumed that is what I'd get, but thought I'd try.

Did the CM say the parade viewing was for both? That’s what I’d like clarification on, come on Disney

 

[GillianP1301]

I just called and the CM I had couldn't even find the dessert parties, let alone book it. She wasn't the swiftest though and I definitely knew more about it than she did. I guess I'll just keep stalking the website.

I'm curious the timing of the premium package and what time the check-in would be for the parade. I'm assuming it's the first parade? But i can't find that info anywhere.

 

[GillianP1301]

It does look like the parade viewing is for both. I did call in, not bookable yet, I assumed that is what I'd get, but thought I'd try.

Edited to add: It is odd that the Premium pkg has the parade listed as follows;
Break Out Y’er Broomsticks!
Enhance your Halloween fun with a spirited spell-ebration— select nights August 17 through October 31, 2018!

Descend upon Magic Kingdom park for a spook-tacular evening during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. You’ll kick off your night with a viewing of Mickey’s “Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade from a reserved location along Main Street, U.S.A. Then, drift over to the Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant to indulge in a bewitching buffet of swoon-worthy sweets and sips—including chocolate-dipped strawberries, chocolate mousse, cupcakes, ice cream, seasonal fruits, cheeses and other ghoulish goodies created daily by our master pastry chef. Sparkling cider, signature lemonades, coffee, tea and hot chocolate will also be served.

And Plaza:
Break Out Y’er Broomsticks!
From flickering tricks to the sweetest treats, enhance Halloween fun with a private dessert party that’s spook-tacular!

Got goblins? Grim grinning ghosts and Guests alike are invited to descend upon Magic Kingdom Park for the Happy HalloWishes Dessert Party, a bewitching buffet of confections and entertainment sure to send spirits soaring. Experience this hair-raising happening at the Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant on select nights August 17 through October 31, in conjunction with Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party—even the most voracious vampires won’t want to miss it!

Raise your glass for a ghostly toast of sparkling cider while indulging in Halloween-themed eats, including chocolate-dipped strawberries, cupcakes, ice cream, seasonal fruits, cheeses and other ghoulish goodies created daily by our master pastry chef. Specialty drinks, signature lemonades, coffee, tea and hot chocolate will also be served.

As showtime nears, Cast Members will escort you to a prime location in the Plaza Garden—where you can enjoy priority views of the Happy HalloWishes Fireworks spectacular over Cinderella Castle. It’s a fright fest of color, music and light you’ll never forget!

Hopefully the "Know before you go" isn't pasted and copies in error on Disney's end.
Guess we will find out soon.

When I first read both, my assumption was parade viewing only for premium package since it is not in the description for the plaza version. The "know before you go" are identical for both, so I'm thinking a cut a paste job. I guess we'll know once one of us can get confirmation from a CM that knows what's going on.

 

[areno79]

I just called and the CM I had couldn't even find the dessert parties, let alone book it. She wasn't the swiftest though and I definitely knew more about it than she did. I guess I'll just keep stalking the website.

I'm curious the timing of the premium package and what time the check-in would be for the parade. I'm assuming it's the first parade? But i can't find that info anywhere.

When we did the dessert party at MVMCP in 2016, it was the first parade, then we went to the Terrace for the dessert party and fireworks.

 

[areno79]

When I first read both, my assumption was parade viewing only for premium package since it is not in the description for the plaza version. The "know before you go" are identical for both, so I'm thinking a cut a paste job. I guess we'll know once one of us can get confirmation from a CM that knows what's going on.

This is what I think too. It doesn't say in the intro anything about parade viewing for the Plaza Garden (and it seems they would say something about that.) I'm guessing someone cut and pasted the know before you go section without checking it.

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

Did the CM say the parade viewing was for both? That’s what I’d like clarification on, come on Disney

Ummm, when I called, I had the least friendliest CM I've ever had. I hadn't even finished saying the name of the dessert party, and she cut in saying they weren't open to book yet. I was a bit shocked, haven't really had that kind of treatment before. SO, I just said never mind then and thanked her anyway.

 

[GillianP1301]

When we did the dessert party at MVMCP in 2016, it was the first parade, then we went to the Terrace for the dessert party and fireworks.

Yes, we did it that year as well and I just re-read the description for this year and it does say you see parade first and then move to the dessert party, so that answers that question. I just can't recall what time the parade viewing gathering started. I think it may have been 45 minutes before?

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

When I first read both, my assumption was parade viewing only for premium package since it is not in the description for the plaza version. The "know before you go" are identical for both, so I'm thinking a cut a paste job. I guess we'll know once one of us can get confirmation from a CM that knows what's going on.

Yep, lastnight I just read the intro, then I saw all the posts following saying it was listed under "Know before you go", so I was excited and the thought of less $$, but it looks like a paste and copy error, but we can still hope!

 

[GillianP1301]

And another question I have is what time will the first parade be? Last year it was at 9:15, but there was no parade viewing with the dessert party. In 2016, when there was parade viewing with dessert party, it was at 8:30. I'm guessing they will need to move that parade back to 8:30 otherwise there would be very little "dessert party" time between a 9:15 parade and a 10:15 Hallowishes.

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

On another note, it "appears" dining for the party is opening, I saw BOG and CP for 6pm times, but I didn't attempt to book, so not positive. Still nothing for CRT.

 

[kat_lh]

On another note, it "appears" dining for the party is opening, I saw BOG and CP for 6pm times, but I didn't attempt to book, so not positive. Still nothing for CRT.

Just booked BOG for our party night. I don't want to waste party time eating but it's the only time I've been able to get so far. If I can get a non party reservation, I'll cancel this one.

 

[Rich M]

I am so excited to possible try my first dessert party for the Halloween Party. I would definitely pay the extra $15 for the spot for the Boo to you Parade but I do have to ask as people comment all the time about not wasting time with Dining reservations during the party because you paid extra to go to the party how does the value of the dessert parties compare?

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

Just booked BOG for our party night. I don't want to waste party time eating but it's the only time I've been able to get so far. If I can get a non party reservation, I'll cancel this one.

I know what you mean. I was lucky enough to snag a BOG for our party day at 5. (August 17) Do you have a dining alert set up with Touring Plans? I've had great luck with them!

 

[Araminta18]

Ummm, when I called, I had the least friendliest CM I've ever had. I hadn't even finished saying the name of the dessert party, and she cut in saying they weren't open to book yet. I was a bit shocked, haven't really had that kind of treatment before. SO, I just said never mind then and thanked her anyway.

Ooh no fun. Sorry about the rude CM!!

I wish disney would be better about the information they put out...this is ridiculous.

 

[TISHLOVESDISNEY]

I am so excited to possible try my first dessert party for the Halloween Party. I would definitely pay the extra $15 for the spot for the Boo to you Parade but I do have to ask as people comment all the time about not wasting time with Dining reservations during the party because you paid extra to go to the party how does the value of the dessert parties compare?

Everyone has different opinions, but I know I am going to see the fireworks and the parade, and would have to factor in some time to find a spot for each, so might as well have it reserved and enjoy some desserts. We aren't big on the characters there, we will hit a few of the less crowded ones, like Jafar, etc.
Our main goal is a few characters, candy, and maybe a ride or two, and the fireworks, parade and castle show-so the dessert party doesn't take away from our plans really. Besides, last time we did the MNSSHP, we were ready to sit and relax for the fireworks, we hit it hard up until that point.

 

[iivye]

I am so excited to possible try my first dessert party for the Halloween Party. I would definitely pay the extra $15 for the spot for the Boo to you Parade but I do have to ask as people comment all the time about not wasting time with Dining reservations during the party because you paid extra to go to the party how does the value of the dessert parties compare?

We did the dessert party mainly for the parade viewing spot. We enjoyed the desserts but felt like it was too much time in between eating and when the fireworks started so we left before the fireworks. This way we were able to ride more rides and we are not big fireworks fans so it wasn't a big deal for us.

 

[Rich M]

Everyone has different opinions, but I know I am going to see the fireworks and the parade, and would have to factor in some time to find a spot for each, so might as well have it reserved and enjoy some desserts. We aren't big on the characters there, we will hit a few of the less crowded ones, like Jafar, etc.
Our main goal is a few characters, candy, and maybe a ride or two, and the fireworks, parade and castle show-so the dessert party doesn't take away from our plans really. Besides, last time we did the MNSSHP, we were ready to sit and relax for the fireworks, we hit it hard up until that point.

Is there still plenty of time to see the Hocus Pocus show when doing the premium one? That is the one thing I do not want to miss.

 

[chuff88]

Is there still plenty of time to see the Hocus Pocus show when doing the premium one? That is the one thing I do not want to miss.

There are several showings of the Hocus Pocus show so I would imagine you’d still be fine. I’m now planning to do the desser party because we are also mostly interested in the parade and fireworks and it’ll take the stress out of it.

 

[areno79]

DH and I are mostly interested in the shows, parades, fireworks and trick or treating at the party. We figure we'd either have to stake out a spot on our own for the parade and fireworks, or pay for the dessert party and get premium viewing while reducing the wait time and getting desserts.
I will say I've done the MVMCP dessert party twice now and it does feel like a bit of a time suck, but the entire party goes by very quickly anyway.
I did like the last dessert party I did because they had mini versions of all the special party snacks they were selling throughout the park. I hope they do that for the Hallowishes dessert party.

 

[GillianP1301]

I am so excited to possible try my first dessert party for the Halloween Party. I would definitely pay the extra $15 for the spot for the Boo to you Parade but I do have to ask as people comment all the time about not wasting time with Dining reservations during the party because you paid extra to go to the party how does the value of the dessert parties compare?

My opinion on this is a bit mixed. I love the dessert party and the parade viewing is a real bonus for me, but it does take up a pretty good chunk of time (about 2.5 hours total). Now of course you have the parade and fireworks themselves in that time, that presumably you would do anyway and likely with more time sitting and waiting for your parade spot. So, I calculate it more as just a little over an hour of "extra" time for the dessert party itself that some may view as wasted time.

Personally, I book 2 MNSSHP nights and use one of them for the dessert party with parade viewing and save the other one for trick or treating and characters and that way I don't feel rushed and I'm easily able to see and do everything I want. When I did just one MNSSHP with the dessert/parade viewing, I did find that I was a bit more rushed to fit everything in.