OFFICIAL The Pirates League Thread

[Berlioz70]

Do the BBB at 8, and the boys and me run for fast passes at say Space Mt, dumbo and Barnstormer (it's my understanding that dumbo and barnstormer are disconnected FP's so I could hold all 3 at the same time), then get over to PL for a 9-915 (but that'd leave the "princesses" standing around while we're in PL)

Those areas will not be open to get FP until the park opens at 9. I do think it makes sense to go in early for BBB at 8 and then a 9 for TPL, but the boys will have to wait during that first hour.

 

[OrangeU]

That would be fine, to go in at 8 and wait around with the boys. I didn't realize we could do that (IF we get that early reservation at BBB). I could then assign another "runner" while the boys an me do PL. There are a TON of things to just stand in awe of and take pics when the park is pretty much empty. lol That scenario would be good.....

EDIT: Will the front gate let this party of 10 all in at 8 am, given the limit on how many can actually go into BBB with our girl?
UPDATE TO MY OWN EDIT I called them and they said they'd allow 4 people in the room with the "princess" (so 5 total). He also said they'd allow our entire party inside the park, and that we'd be allowed to "wander around" until park opening. They'd simply confirm our reservation time, and let us all in. Good stuff to know. It's probably already been covered in the BBB forum, but I just thought I'd update.

 

[hoffmase]

when are you eligible to make reservations for the Pirates League? is it 180 days out?

 

[smitch425]

when are you eligible to make reservations for the Pirates League? is it 180 days out?

PL follows the same 180+10 rule as dining. So if you want to do PL on day 4 of your onsite stay, you can call 180 days out from your check in date. If you are an offsite guest, you must call 180 days from the date you want the appointment.

 

[LINYMOM]

Do they still offer Boney?

 

[serene56]

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UPDATE TO MY OWN EDIT I called them and they said they'd allow 4 people in the room with the "princess" (so 5 total). He also said they'd allow our entire party inside the park, and that we'd be allowed to "wander around" until park opening. They'd simply confirm our reservation time, and let us all in. Good stuff to know. It's probably already been covered in the BBB forum, but I just thought I'd update.

if the park is not opened yet there isnt much wandering they can do-- main st is the only thing opened.

or can they walk around fantasy land?

 

[mom2rtk]

if the park is not opened yet there isnt much wandering they can do-- main st is the only thing opened.

or can they walk around fantasy land?

They cannot wander Fantasyland. But Main Street would be enough for me.

 

[OrangeU]

They cannot wander Fantasyland.

That's what he told me as well. But, for someone who doesn't go a lot and having a couple of 1st timers there with us, Main St. at Christmastime will be cool enough to "waste" an hour or less on.....lol
Like I said earlier, I feel pretty certain some down time is going to be inevitable given our demographic and the fact all the kids want to get ''dressed up''. Hopefully, y'all regulars have a better idea for me. I think trying to get the earliest BBB @ 8 and PL @ 9 are our best bets, if they want to ride anything early in the am without having to wait forever....

 

[serene56]

That's what he told me as well. But, for someone who doesn't go a lot and having a couple of 1st timers there with us, Main St. at Christmastime will be cool enough to "waste" an hour or less on.....lol
Like I said earlier, I feel pretty certain some down time is going to be inevitable given our demographic and the fact all the kids want to get ''dressed up''. Hopefully, y'all regulars have a better idea for me. I think trying to get the earliest BBB @ 8 and PL @ 9 are our best bets, if they want to ride anything early in the am without having to wait forever....

I am saving the PL for an after lunch thing--- morning times are too precious to be doing other stuff then rides. and the afternoon time will be an added down time-- relaxing and getting a do over at the same time

PL also has that parade in the afternoon that kids can participate in.

 

[2Pirates2Princesses]

I am saving the PL for an after lunch thing--- morning times are too precious to be doing other stuff then rides. and the afternoon time will be an added down time-- relaxing and getting a do over at the same time

PL also has that parade in the afternoon that kids can participate in.

This is our plan too. We scheduled our PL reservation for the afternoon when we are done with our major touring and lunch, and so that the makeovers would be done in time (even if the PL is running a little behind) for that afternoon pirate parade.

 

[OrangeU]

Yea I totally didnt think about the parade. Definitely gives us another wrinkle to iron out, but I agree with y'all: I think mornings are best spent riding. We may wait til the in-laws are gone (we're staying a few extra days) to do the PL....

 

[Wendy31]

We're tentatively planning this for a Wednesday (9/18) as a surprise for our 3 kids.

I'd like to schedule their appts for sometime after lunch. We have a lunch ADR at Crystal Palace at 11:30 am.

I was thinking we could get pirate makeovers, do the new pirate adventure experience, & then the pirate parade... kind of have a Pirate/Adventureland-themed afternoon.

What time is the pirate parade?

And what time would be a good time to try to schedule Pirates League?

Thanks for the help!!

 

[jenjersnap]

Will Pl not be extending hours on MNSSHP nights this year? A CM told us it would when we made our 180+10 last week and PL was almost completely sold out already. She told us to call back today (because party tix were going on sale) but we have had no success after a couple tries. One CM said they weren't doing it this year (but I know how that goes). Hoping for any info! Thanks.

 

[mzozzietj]

My 4 yr old still naps in her stroller and the times are not consistent so I made a mid morning reservation so we can get a couple critical things in first then head over. If I made a later appt she may be super fussy LOL

 

[Berlioz70]

Will Pl not be extending hours on MNSSHP nights this year? A CM told us it would when we made our 180+10 last week and PL was almost completely sold out already. She told us to call back today (because party tix were going on sale) but we have had no success after a couple tries. One CM said they weren't doing it this year (but I know how that goes). Hoping for any info! Thanks.

This becomes an issue every year - if they make the decision to extend, it typically won't happen until August. You can try before then, but I wouldn't worry to much if there's nothing open for awhile.

 

[jenjersnap]

This becomes an issue every year - if they make the decision to extend, it typically won't happen until August. You can try before then, but I wouldn't worry to much if there's nothing open for awhile.

Ah, thanks so much! This is exactly what I need to know to stop stressing! Please post here when/if you know the date it will open up for later times?

 

[set1208]

We're tentatively planning this for a Wednesday (9/18) as a surprise for our 3 kids.

I'd like to schedule their appts for sometime after lunch. We have a lunch ADR at Crystal Palace at 11:30 am.

I was thinking we could get pirate makeovers, do the new pirate adventure experience, & then the pirate parade... kind of have a Pirate/Adventureland-themed afternoon.

What time is the pirate parade?

And what time would be a good time to try to schedule Pirates League?

Thanks for the help!!

We just booked PL for our kids and the CM said the parade is typically at 4

 

[moonlitelace]

Got my 2:50 pm appt for MNSSHP on Oct 4th! Do they offer pink pirate outfits for adults or do I need to bring my own? Can I come dressed already that early before the party or should I wait and get dressed after 4 pm in one of the bathrooms?

 

[smitch425]

Got my 2:50 pm appt for MNSSHP on Oct 4th! Do they offer pink pirate outfits for adults or do I need to bring my own? Can I come dressed already that early before the party or should I wait and get dressed after 4 pm in one of the bathrooms?

They will not have adult size costumes, and we arrived at MK in full costume last year at 2pm with no trouble at all.

 

[moonlitelace]

They will not have adult size costumes, and we arrived at MK in full costume last year at 2pm with no trouble at all.

Good to know, ty!!