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

[Rich M]

Our original plan was actually to go to DL this fall but we can’t convince ourselves to go there. The plane tickets cost so much more than going to Orlando. I even bought the unofficial guide for DL!

If you ever get the chance try to go there for Halloween time. It is 10 times better then Disney World in my opinion. You have Space Mountain and Haunted Mansion transformed and those alone are worth checking out. You won't be sorry if you go.

 

[Haley R]

Here was the response from guest relations if anyone is interested:

For our special events, our merchandisers do their best to raise the quantities they purchase of each item, each year. However, they do have a certain budget they must adhere to and, outside of the usual items, it is sometimes hard to predict what may be purchased in larger quantities compared to the previous years. They review the sales from the previous year, check social media for kudos or concerns and simply try to use their best judgment when the "numbers" are reviewed. And, we are aware of unscrupulous behavior by those that try to hoard the most popular product for their own future gain. There are also those days where the volume of Guests is lower or higher than other days.

With all these efforts, it is still difficult to judge the perfect quantities that should be initially ordered for the event, or simply set out each night. We realize the lack of something dearly desired from these events is hugely frustrating but while we can semi control the quantities offered so everyone may have a chance, it is not something we cannot completely control.

 

[Haley R]

If you ever get the chance try to go there for Halloween time. It is 10 times better then Disney World in my opinion. You have Space Mountain and Haunted Mansion transformed and those alone are worth checking out. You won't be sorry if you go.

We will definitely still go to DL in the future for Halloween because it looks awesome to me! We originally switched to DW to do the half marathon but my knees have been bothering me and I haven’t been able to run for about 3 weeks.

 

[LynnTH]

Ok. So Me and DS19 and DD17 will be going to Orlando Wednesday, October 17th (get in late) to Monday October 22nd. They both have a few days off school for Teachers Meetings. I have free airfare from SW (booked on points) and right now we are booked at Sheraton Vistana Resort on points also. May switch to the Dolphin but they don't have any room available on the 17th. Plan was to go to Seaworld (DD and I have passes from spring break so only need to get DS a ticket) and the Halloween Party as we have never been. Looks like there are 2-3 dates during that time that the party is taking place. I would rather not buy tickets way in advance and kind of wait and see what the weather forecast is right beforehand. Do those dates every sell out or am I pretty safe in doing that?

 

[SquashBanana]

I couldn't find an answer to this but does the Hallowishes Fireworks show include castle projections? If not, then is there a preferred viewing location OTHER than the hub to avoid crowds and having to stake out a spot so early?

 

[FoxC63]

I might be sending an email to guest relations. It probably won't do anything, but at least they will know that people are hoping to buy items at the end of October. I don't feel like it would be that hard to ration out merchandise.

Here was the response from guest relations if anyone is interested:

For our special events, our merchandisers do their best to raise the quantities they purchase of each item, each year. However, they do have a certain budget they must adhere to and, outside of the usual items, it is sometimes hard to predict what may be purchased in larger quantities compared to the previous years. They review the sales from the previous year, check social media for kudos or concerns and simply try to use their best judgment when the "numbers" are reviewed. And, we are aware of unscrupulous behavior by those that try to hoard the most popular product for their own future gain. There are also those days where the volume of Guests is lower or higher than other days.

With all these efforts, it is still difficult to judge the perfect quantities that should be initially ordered for the event, or simply set out each night. We realize the lack of something dearly desired from these events is hugely frustrating but while we can semi control the quantities offered so everyone may have a chance, it is not something we cannot completely control.

Well you got more than I did when I wrote. What isn't stated is Disney's policy regarding how many items a person can purchase which is ten. A photo was taken and posted here of a man who did just that with the Cinderella's popcorn bucket

 

[Haley R]

Well you got more than I did when I wrote. What isn't stated is Disney's policy regarding how many items a person can purchase which is ten. A photo was taken and posted here of a man who did just that with the Cinderella's popcorn bucket

Wow... just so they can go sell it on eBay. Sad that people do that when all I want is some merchandise lol

 

[lvcourtneyy]

Well you got more than I did when I wrote. What isn't stated is Disney's policy regarding how many items a person can purchase which is ten. A photo was taken and posted here of a man who did just that with the Cinderella's popcorn bucket

I feel like 10 is excessive. For what reason would anyone need 10 of an item other than to resell it

 

[FoxC63]

I feel like 10 is excessive. For what reason would anyone need 10 of an item other than to resell it

For that very purpose - resale.

 

[FoxC63]

It is 10 times better then Disney World in my opinion.

This is sad to read especially on a thread dedicated to WDW.

 

[Wes1stTrip2016]

Are there any rides CLOSED during the party?

 

[VAtink]

I couldn't find an answer to this but does the Hallowishes Fireworks show include castle projections? If not, then is there a preferred viewing location OTHER than the hub to avoid crowds and having to stake out a spot so early?

It does, but I personally wouldn't think it's a must see. It's things like ghosts flying up the castle. You can take a look at our video from this past year to get an idea.

We're not a fan of the big crowds in the hub, so this past year we splurged for the dessert party and loved the view, plus being seating comfortably with desserts and drinks readily available!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

This is sad to read especially on a thread dedicated to WDW.

Have you been? The ride overlays at DL for the holidays are very cool.

 

[Mollymovacca]

My kiddos will be 7 and 4 when we do MNSSHP. We'll try to do the earlier fireworks, parade, etc., but I'd also like to stay as late as possible! We'll have a very calm morning, no park, so hopefully that will help. ANYway, am I crazy to try to do an 8am breakfast at Epcot the next morning?? Also, our planned MK day is a party day, which is fine because we planned to leave after dinner anyway, but are crowds during the day on park days busier? same? This is a short trip for us - half the amount of time we spent last year - so there isn't a ton of room to move plans around. Thanks so much!

When we left MK after a party last year, there was a terrible wreck and traffic was backed up for forever!!! We didn’t get back to our room till almost 2am! And our sweet bus driver even exited and drove us all around to get us back to our resort! Even though those things probably don’t happen typically, I’m so glad I didn’t schedule anything for us till after 11! Lol

 

[Rich M]

This is sad to read especially on a thread dedicated to WDW.

Sorry I am still going to the Disney World in October for the third time if that helps. I really like the one at Disney World but just believe that with those rides it really puts a big advantage to Disneyland. Plus although I didn't go this past year to Disneyland I believe they moved it to both parks if I am not mistaken but not 100 percent sure. Maybe they just let you into both parks with the ticket. I wish Disney World could do something special to a ride

 

[Haley R]

Sorry I am still going to the Disney World in October for the third time if that helps. I really like the one at Disney World but just believe that with those rides it really puts a big advantage to Disneyland. Plus although I didn't go this past year to Disneyland I believe they moved it to both parks if I am not mistaken but not 100 percent sure. Maybe they just let you into both parks with the ticket. I wish Disney World could do something special to a ride

I read that, too. They did something special with each park. I think it would be awesome if they could change some of the rides at Disney World.

 

[Rich M]

I read that, too. They did something special with each park. I think it would be awesome if they could change some of the rides at Disney World.

They do less party days too and they sell out pretty quick because of it. I know I wanted to go last year but they sold out before I could decide on the day.

 

[FoxC63]

Have you been? The ride overlays at DL for the holidays are very cool.

Been to WDW many times and we'll be going to DL in August. Looking forward to it without prejudice or comparison. In it for the magic!!!

 

[dachsie]

It does, but I personally wouldn't think it's a must see. It's things like ghosts flying up the castle. You can take a look at our video from this past year to get an idea.

We're not a fan of the big crowds in the hub, so this past year we splurged for the dessert party and loved the view, plus being seating comfortably with desserts and drinks readily available!

Were those ducks that went flying across the hub towards the end of the fireworks?

 

[mamapenguin]

Been to WDW many times and we'll be going to DL in August. Looking forward to it without prejudice or comparison. In it for the magic!!!

It won't be Halloween time there until at least September 9th, so you won't see what all the fuss was about. You will have a great time, but someday you need to see it in with Holiday Haunted Mansion. I have had APs at both resorts at different times, and I do not agree that DL is 10 times better. It's different in a good way, and because of that I will probably always go to both.