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

[jerseyjersey]

So excited to attend our first-ever Christmas Party this year! Experienced party goers, do you think it would be overkill to attend parties 2 nights in a row? We'll be there for the first 2 parties (11/9 and 11/10, we're leaving on 11/11), and I'm tempted to try for both to make sure that we hit all our must-haves. However, I'm not sure if that's too grueling a schedule for 7-8 y/o, especially since the 10th is our last night. Thanks for any insight!

 

[monique5]

So excited to attend our first-ever Christmas Party this year! Experienced party goers, do you think it would be overkill to attend parties 2 nights in a row? We'll be there for the first 2 parties (11/9 and 11/10, we're leaving on 11/11), and I'm tempted to try for both to make sure that we hit all our must-haves. However, I'm not sure if that's too grueling a schedule for 7-8 y/o, especially since the 10th is our last night. Thanks for any insight!

NEVER! 2 parties!

We attended MNSSHP last year, Saturday - Tuesday. We did 2 parties, Sunday & Monday (Halloween). DD8 enjoyed both. We started at 7am on Sunday @ EP. Went back to resort around 11am to rest/nap. MK @ 3pm, dinner @ B0G @ 4pm followed by party. Stayed until ~12:15am. Late breakfast Monday @ 10am @ resort. Rest/nap in room. Went back @ 2pm for dinner @ CRT then lined up for Jack & Sally while family rode rides. Then PARTY!!! We will attend 2 parties for MVMCP this year.

 

[jerseyjersey]

NEVER! 2 parties!

We attended MNSSHP last year, Saturday - Tuesday. We did 2 parties, Sunday & Monday (Halloween). DD8 enjoyed both. We started at 7am on Sunday @ EP. Went back to resort around 11am to rest/nap. MK @ 3pm, dinner @ B0G @ 4pm followed by party. Stayed until ~12:15am. Late breakfast Monday @ 10am @ resort. Rest/nap in room. Went back @ 2pm for dinner @ CRT then lined up for Jack & Sally while family rode rides. Then PARTY!!! We will attend 2 parties for MVMCP this year.

Thank you! I'm sure adrenaline and Disney magic will fuel this last leg of our trip!

I'm almost wondering if I should try to change the last 2 nights of our trip to a resort that's nearer to MK--we're staying at the BC, since we're planning to spend a good deal of time at F&W and EPCOT in general. So many big decisions!

 

[monique5]

Thank you! I'm sure adrenaline and Disney magic will fuel this last leg of our trip!

I'm almost wondering if I should try to change the last 2 nights of our trip to a resort that's nearer to MK--we're staying at the BC, since we're planning to spend a good deal of time at F&W and EPCOT in general. So many big decisions!

Yes, you do get extra energy/rush!

We love AKL, but for parties we have always stayed at VGF or BLT. We loved being close after party ends.

 

[Stasieki]

Does it snow on Main St during the entire party?

 

[gemologygal]

If we buy tickets to MVMCP, go to the MK early in the morning and spend the day there, but leave for dinner at either the Contemporary or WL, would we be able to come back in for the party? Our plan at this time allows us to attend the first night of the party on Nov. 9. Has there ever been a situation where the party was over-capacity and party-ticket holders were turned away?

 

[ENJDisneyFan]

If we buy tickets to MVMCP, go to the MK early in the morning and spend the day there, but leave for dinner at either the Contemporary or WL, would we be able to come back in for the party? Our plan at this time allows us to attend the first night of the party on Nov. 9. Has there ever been a situation where the party was over-capacity and party-ticket holders were turned away?

No. If you purchase a ticket you would not be turned away. They sell a limited number of party tickets for each night, they do not oversell. Also, if you just have the party ticket you can enter the park at 4pm. If you wanted to enter earlier you would need a regular park ticket.

 

[LucyBC80]

Does it snow on Main St during the entire party?

It does and it's very pretty, specially with the parade going!

 

[ToddlerMom311]

Anyone know which parties sold out last year?

 

[ENJDisneyFan]

Anyone know which parties sold out last year?

There is a post on p.1 with the dates.

 

[tinkerbell1112]

Yes you can't make party fast passes until you have the party tickets linked to MDE. However Tickets will go on sale long before the 60 day fast pass window opens. When you choose to purchase them is up to you but you should have plenty of FP availability at 60 days (assuming you are staying onsite)-30 days might be a lot more limited (if you are staying off site) since you can only book from 3:30-6:30 and all the onsite guests would have been able to book for 30 days already.

This is exciting. I had no idea you would get fast passes during a party (party newbie here). So I just want to clarify, I'm one of a party of 9, we are checking out of universal and into disney nov 14. Planning party that night only. Not using a ticket. So 60 days before the 14th I'll be able to make all fast pass reservations including any I can get for the three hours on the 14th? I know I may sound redundant and dense but I want to make sure I'm clear before I excitedly tell my friend traveling too.

 

[Elitravelor]

We want to go on December 22....it looks like the tickets are still not available?? When will they be?

 

[ENJDisneyFan]

We want to go on December 22....it looks like the tickets are still not available?? When will they be?

Exact date hasn't been announced, but should be any day now!

 

[meryll83]

Assuming a DVC or AP discount is offered, can these be booked online, or does it have to be done by phone for discounts?

 

[CMNJ]

Assuming a DVC or AP discount is offered, can these be booked online, or does it have to be done by phone for discounts?

They can be booked online. When you go to the website if you have an AP or are DVC there should be an option to look at prices for all guests when purchasing tickets, an option for AP prices, and DVC prices. Last year the discounted AP dates ended earlier than DVC ones for MNSSHP (not sure about MVMCP) So make sure you check both if you are eligible for both discounts.

 

[monique5]

Assuming a DVC or AP discount is offered, can these be booked online, or does it have to be done by phone for discounts?

Book online as long as AP linked to your MDE account.

 

[JennLTX]

It does and it's very pretty, specially with the parade going!

This is the part I cannot WAIT to see. What's really going to be fun is I didn't mention the snow to DS, and he is absolutely going to flip out.

 

[meryll83]

They can be booked online. When you go to the website if you have an AP or are DVC there should be an option to look at prices for all guests when purchasing tickets, an option for AP prices, and DVC prices. Last year the discounted AP dates ended earlier than DVC ones for MNSSHP (not sure about MVMCP) So make sure you check both if you are eligible for both discounts.

Book online as long as AP linked to your MDE account.

My AP is linked to MDE, but I haven't actually activated it yet (i.e. it's a new one that's not been through a turnstile to start the year yet) - does that cause a problem?

 

[JennLTX]

My AP is linked to MDE, but I haven't actually activated it yet (i.e. it's a new one that's not been through a turnstile to start the year yet) - does that cause a problem?

I can answer that! No! I've gotten a TON of AP discounts, including the room for our upcoming stay, and I still haven't activated.

 

[LucyBC80]

I can answer that! No! I've gotten a TON of AP discounts, including the room for our upcoming stay, and I still haven't activated.

I plan on upgrading my tickets to AP as soon as I get there, I wish I could buy the discounted tickets but I'm a afraid of my chosen parties selling out before we arrive.