"Official" Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2017 - Believe in the Magic

[earfulofmagic]

I bought tix for 11/16 (a Thursday). It'll be my first time ever going!

 

[pammydw]

They actually did have it earlier in November last year. I like that they are moving it around so it doesn't affect the same week every year. Bummer that it's on your week this time!

I never knew that this was even done for them! I think it's a wonderful thing to do, as they certainly work hard, and we have been sprinkled with pixie dust by many of them. We greatly appreciate them as they can make someone's vacation so memorable. And it makes perfect sense that it gets moved around every year! I guess I was just really surprised that Disney would "give up" a hard ticket night to do so.

 

[mom2rtk]

I never knew that this was even done for them! I think it's a wonderful thing to do, as they certainly work hard, and we have been sprinkled with pixie dust by many of them. We greatly appreciate them as they can make someone's vacation so memorable. And it makes perfect sense that it gets moved around every year! I guess I was just really surprised that Disney would "give up" a hard ticket night to do so.

I think the event is for service anniversaries, so every year there are a certain number of different CMs celebrating those anniversaries. I think it's great they do it for them as well. I'm thinking that until recently they did it at DHS, but it's probably under too much construction right now to do it there.

 

[pammydw]

I think the event is for service anniversaries, so every year there are a certain number of different CMs celebrating those anniversaries. I think it's great they do it for them as well. I'm thinking that until recently they did it at DHS, but it's probably under too much construction right now to do it there.

That's so nice! Thannks for shedding some light!!

 

[comomom]

Is Frozen Holiday Wish exclusive to MVMCP, or will this happen every night?

 

[LucyBC80]

Is Frozen Holiday Wish exclusive to MVMCP, or will this happen every night?

Every night at 6:15 and 8PM.

 

[monique5]

I bought tix for 11/16 (a Thursday). It'll be my first time ever going!

You are going to love it!

 

[xStitch]

It seems like we're all going the same night, the 28th Guess I should buy my tickets soon. I'm just holding out hope the dollar goes up a bit more, at $95 plus tax, the exchange rate really sucks.

 

[labattblue]

Thanks to those of you who confirmed I am not crazy regarding first party date(around page 10-15 of this thread). Helping my daughter book a trip and could swear that when party dates were first announced, the first party was going to be on the 8th. Then when I went back to buy tickets...first party now on the 9th. Luckily, she was able to adjust her trip dates.

On a somewhat related note, she just received her tix for Halloween and Christmas Party. When did they go to generic ticket media for these events?

Thanks!

 

[DisneyMom93]

When I was there last December, the night of MVMCP I was able to add a FP for Winnie the Pooh (was taking whatever I could to try to add - this was before the App upgrade and ability to switch or add FP there) and it was for 5:45 to 6:45 I think, at 6:30 it expired before we even used it.

And I will add this, for first time party goers don't make sit down reservations for after 4:45/5pm if you really want to do meet n greets the parade and fireworks - it kills a lot of $$ time - my first party we got a last minute reservation at BOG for 6pm on MVMCP we were psyched. UNTIL we waited 40 minutes to even sit down. CM said a lot of reservations were running over - AKA non party goers trying to hold out so that they could sneak in some MVMCP magic. Sorry but that drove me nuts, people inconveniencing others to try to pull a fast freebie, so tacky. So if this 6pm change it true I am glad, because as someone who pays for those tickets I want the full value. And on party nights FPs are rarely even needed unless it is 7DMT

On the flip side you have people who paid for MK for the day until 6pm (lost an hour this year since it used to be til 7pm) who are now sharing FPs and dining reservations time with people who paid for MVMCP tickets for a party that isn't supposed to start until 7pm. Technically 4pm-7pm (or 6pm) FP and dining reservations should be for those who paid for MK park tickets that day. But Disney allows 4pm entry to MVMCP guests and they take full advantage of it, even suggesting it to others.

I have tix for MVMCP and MK tickets for same day so I'm not taking "sides," but there is talk of using different guest names (alter egos) for the MVMCP tickets so people can get 3 more FP that day. How is that different from people who don't have MVMCP tickets having late dining reservations (which Disney allows) to possibly get a view of a parade on their way out? They can't get on rides or get free snacks without MVMCP tickets.

Seems to me some people on both sides are trying to beat the system and get a little more out of their Disney magic than they are technically entitled to, which I understand, but no side is worse or better than the other IMO.

 

[kbmartin]

I know a couple of weeks ago, everyone was upset since many of the big E-ticket rides were not listed as available during MVMCP. Is that still accurate? Just trying to keep myself posted. It definitely makes a difference to us.

 

[FinnsMom7]

On the flip side you have people who paid for MK for the day until 6pm (lost an hour this year since it used to be til 7pm) who are now sharing FPs and dining reservations time with people who paid for MVMCP tickets for a party that isn't supposed to start until 7pm. Technically 4pm-7pm (or 6pm) FP and dining reservations should be for those who paid for MK park tickets that day. But Disney allows 4pm entry to MVMCP guests and they take full advantage of it, even suggesting it to others.

I have tix for MVMCP and MK tickets for same day so I'm not taking "sides," but there is talk of using different guest names (alter egos) for the MVMCP tickets so people can get 3 more FP that day. How is that different from people who don't have MVMCP tickets having late dining reservations (which Disney allows) to possibly get a view of a parade on their way out? They can't get on rides or get free snacks without MVMCP tickets.

Seems to me some people on both sides are trying to beat the system and get a little more out of their Disney magic than they are technically entitled to, which I understand, but no side is worse or better than the other IMO.

I didn't even consider trying to make a new profile to get fp for party night - the explanation made me dizzy so I'll just go enjoy the party as usual.

Keep in mind buying any tickets reg or hard event they state park hours can be changed at any time so the one less hour is mostly due to people trying to scam the system - people going into mk on a party day go in knowing it's limited hours. I was more annoyed that my dinner was late because people were just sitting there purposely holding a table they were done with. People continuing to scam the system are only risking major changes and rules that ruin it for others. Up until now it's lucky they don't close the park for an hour to assure everyone without a party ticket is out

 

[DisneyMom93]

I didn't even consider trying to make a new profile to get fp for party night - the explanation made me dizzy so I'll just go enjoy the party as usual.

Keep in mind buying any tickets reg or hard event they state park hours can be changed at any time so the one less hour is mostly due to people trying to scam the system - people going into mk on a party day go in knowing it's limited hours. I was more annoyed that my dinner was late because people were just sitting there purposely holding a table they were done with. People continuing to scam the system are only risking major changes and rules that ruin it for others. Up until now it's lucky they don't close the park for an hour to assure everyone without a party ticket is out

I would rather they close the park at 6pm and clear out the non-party guests, and let in the party guests during that time. They just need to have entrances and exits going at same time.

Guests who are already there and staying for party should be allowed to go on rides, etc between 6-7pm. MVMCP guests shouldn't be allowed in before 6pm. Party starts at 7pm. I'm not sure what the difference is if a MK ticket holder stays past 7pm and a party guest goes in before 6pm. The MVMCP guest is getting three whole hours extra of riding rides, etc. Non-party guests can't go on the rides anyway, even if they stay past 7pm.

I think Disney needs a better solution. Something fair to both sides.

 

[DisneyMom93]

I didn't even consider trying to make a new profile to get fp for party night - the explanation made me dizzy so I'll just go enjoy the party as usual.

Keep in mind buying any tickets reg or hard event they state park hours can be changed at any time so the one less hour is mostly due to people trying to scam the system - people going into mk on a party day go in knowing it's limited hours. I was more annoyed that my dinner was late because people were just sitting there purposely holding a table they were done with. People continuing to scam the system are only risking major changes and rules that ruin it for others. Up until now it's lucky they don't close the park for an hour to assure everyone without a party ticket is out

I hope you don't think I'm picking on you... I get your frustration, but it's on both sides. You said, "my first party we got a last minute reservation at BOG for 6pm on MVMCP we were psyched. UNTIL we waited 40 minutes to even sit down. CM said a lot of reservations were running over - AKA non party goers trying to hold out so that they could sneak in some MVMCP magic. Sorry but that drove me nuts, people inconveniencing others to try to pull a fast freebie, so tacky."

It's just as frustrating to the MK tickets holders that paid to stay until 7pm and MVMCP guests get dinner reservations for 6pm so they can eat before the party. Technically you still sat down to eat before your 7pm ticket.

MVMCP ticket holders love the extra time before 7pm and work it as best they can for themselves, and since Disney allows it they have every right to do so, same as MK ticket holders doing a late dinner reservation.

MVMVP tickets used before 7pm take away from the MK ticket holders that day. Less FPs available, less dining res available, just more crowded in general. I think the MVMCP guests have much more of an advantage getting their money's worth than the MK day guests. But I see both sides for sure.

 

[siskaren]

On a somewhat related note, she just received her tix for Halloween and Christmas Party. When did they go to generic ticket media for these events?

I still have my MVMCP tickets from 2006 and 2007, and they're not Christmas-themed.

 

[labattblue]

I still have my MVMCP tickets from 2006 and 2007, and they're not Christmas-themed.

Might be further back than that. I am pretty sure we went to a party in the lat 90's that had hard ticket media that specifically was for the party.

 

[siskaren]

Might be further back than that. I am pretty sure we went to a party in the lat 90's that had hard ticket media that specifically was for the party.

Well, I also have a ticket from 1998 that not only isn't themed, but it isn't even plastic. I do have PhotoPass cards from the 2006 and 2007 parties that are themed, though.

 

[FinnsMom7]

I hope you don't think I'm picking on you... I get your frustration, but it's on both sides. You said, "my first party we got a last minute reservation at BOG for 6pm on MVMCP we were psyched. UNTIL we waited 40 minutes to even sit down. CM said a lot of reservations were running over - AKA non party goers trying to hold out so that they could sneak in some MVMCP magic. Sorry but that drove me nuts, people inconveniencing others to try to pull a fast freebie, so tacky."

It's just as frustrating to the MK tickets holders that paid to stay until 7pm and MVMCP guests get dinner reservations for 6pm so they can eat before the party. Technically you still sat down to eat before your 7pm ticket.

MVMCP ticket holders love the extra time before 7pm and work it as best they can for themselves, and since Disney allows it they have every right to do so, same as MK ticket holders doing a late dinner reservation.

MVMVP tickets used before 7pm take away from the MK ticket holders that day. Less FPs available, less dining res available, just more crowded in general. I think the MVMCP guests have much more of an advantage getting their money's worth than the MK day guests. But I see both sides for sure.

I always buy park hopper for my entire stay plus mvmcp so I typically go to Epcot in am and hop to mk anyway earlier than party so personally that overlap doesn't seem like a difference but I'm sure on both sides it is - I agree closing the park and shifting fully to party guests is the only real fair way but Disney knows the game and as long as they are making money won't care all that much. Not like any of us are planning a coup or boycott anytime soon

 

[Scrapdolly]

Ok ... Am a bit dim here
If we have a 14 day Park ticket and a MVMCP ticket can we go to MK in the morning... Late morning .. And stay there right through as we have a ticket good for the day and a ticket good for the party ... Or do we have to leave. And come back in.
Also I assume we can make fast passes for anytime up to 6pm that day can we, and no fastballs for the party?
Just very confused

 

[DisneyMom93]

Ok ... Am a bit dim here
If we have a 14 day Park ticket and a MVMCP ticket can we go to MK in the morning... Late morning .. And stay there right through as we have a ticket good for the day and a ticket good for the party ... Or do we have to leave. And come back in.
Also I assume we can make fast passes for anytime up to 6pm that day can we, and no fastballs for the party?
Just very confused

If you're already in the park you do not have to leave the park. There will be cast members there clearing the park and they will verify you have MVMCP tickets and give you a wristband so that you can stay.

Yes, you can make Fast Passes until 6 or 6:30pm, it's not clear yet. I don't think. No Fast Passes will be issued for the party hours. Park is technically open until 7pm but they are listing it as 6pm, I guess in hopes of people leaving and park being cleared quicker of non-MVMCP guests.