Villians Sinister Soirée

[Angel Ariel]

I didn't mean the to be condescending at all.

Value is in the eye of the beholder. I think it's worth it for: a cool new experience in the castle, a chance to see characters up close without waiting in line, and reserved areas for fireworks and parade. I hardly care about the desserts, though we'll certainly have some.

Since they've made this "exclusive" by virtue of venue size, it makes sense for the price to be higher. A PP put it well, I thought... they're marketing this to a group within an already small-ish group of people willing to pay for ticketed events. If there's an audience for that at this price point it'll continue. If not, it won't.

And one could argue that the following is what all businesses do with their offerings all the time: "This event seems to be "let's see how much we can charge and how little we can give for it."" Sounds a bit like finding the optimal price for a product / service. Seems like their shareholder mandate, depending on how you look at it.

Of course value is in the eye of the beholder. What I first started responding to.in this thread was the idea that people who can't/don't want to spend the money are wanting to make sure others can't do it either. I was just trying to.illustrate that.one can.dislike the event, and not.feel it is a good value, without it meaning they want to deprive everyone else from participating.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Of course value is in the eye of the beholder. What I first started responding to.in this thread was the idea that people who can't/don't want to spend the money are wanting to make sure others can't do it either. I was just trying to.illustrate that.one can.dislike the event, and not.feel it is a good value, without it meaning they want to deprive everyone else from participating.

Absolutely. ITA. I'd put in a "thumbs up" but I'm on my cell!

 

[lovethattink]

On the flip side, this takes a good amount of people out of the mix throughout the night. That means they need to plan their time well, because they'll be locked into certain times.

Also spreads people out a little more. Now CRT will absorb some crowd for an hour or so too.

On the downside, it will take away some of the parade viewing and firework viewing. But chances are it will be the same areas typically reserved.

If it rains and things are cancelled, at least the dessert will remain since it's indoors. Though the parade and/or fireworks have the potential for cancellation if it storms.

 

[msuweather]

Unbelieveable!!! After spending the last hour trying to get to the right department and some one who actually knows about this even it is already booked for my date. Since I am going solo during a confrence I thought it may be worth it to at least book it. Honestly I dealt with this when I was making plans for our family trip in May. This is getting very frustrating haveing to monitor these boards, Disney web site every day and every hour to first find out about these things and then have to be on the phone for hours in hopes you can get a reservation all in order to spend even more money! I really am getting a bad taste in my mouth about Disney and may be considering trying Universals parks for our next family trip instead.

What night were you trying to book? I'm just curious what night folks know are sold out before calling.

TIA

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

I just booked ours for Halloween night. My only hesitation was that I hope it still allows us enough time to do the trick-or-treat and other character photos throughout the park. Aside from that, it sounds really fun! The Star Wars Feel the Force package was something we felt we was a good value, and we really enjoyed that as well. (Of course, that party had an open bar.)

I did have to hold my breath and count to 10 after giving my credit card. Yes, it was a little steep. But at the same time, I'm hoping that means it's a fairly limited event.

I'm a little confused by the paradox here on the DISboards, today. This morning, many were complaining that Disney sold way too many tickets for the Villains Unleashed event at DHS, which apparently ruined the event. Clearly in that case, the price was too low, which made the demand way too high. Now, a few hours later, many are complaining that Disney is charging way too much for a small, limited seating event that occurs during MNSSHP. It's going to have to be one or the other. They're either going to sell a lot of lower-priced tickets, or a smaller number of more expensive ones.

If the 40 minutes I had to wait on hold for a cast member is any indicator, this event is going to be popular and will probably sell out.

 

[ktlm]

So even though it is against my better judgment, I thought I would call and see if I could reserve it, and then see what the reports are from the first few nights and decide whether to keep it or regain my sanity and cancel. The hold time quoted to me was 30 minutes. I'm still sitting here listening to WDW hold music and it has been an hour and 10 minutes. I have a feeling it is going to be a non-issue for me- so I'm half relieved and half disappointed!

 

[lovethattink]

I apologize, I read info wrong about the event on another site. It does not look like it includes the VM&M show.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...eets-at-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/

"Your ticket includes:
•Preferred Viewing for the 8:15 p.m. Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade
Watch the Headless Horseman lead off the parade on a hair-raising ride, followed by a collection of frightful floats and some of your favorite Disney Characters in Halloween costumes.
•Preferred Viewing for HalloWishes Fireworks Spectacular
The Ghost Host from the Haunted Mansion and some of the most notorious Disney Villains light up the sky to wicked remixes of their favorite songs.
•Dessert Soiree at Cinderella’s Royal Table
Lady Tremaine shares her musical talents while you enjoy themed desserts, specialty non-alcoholic drinks, entertainment and visits from some of your favorite Disney villains. Each guest gets an autograph card and souvenir Maleficent dragon cup."

 

[Peachkins]

I can't. I just cannot justify spending $99 per person on dessert, some character interaction, and a spot for the parade. If I'm going to pay that much to go to an event, at least serve me a meal!

 

[mom2rtk]

On the flip side, this takes a good amount of people out of the mix throughout the night. That means they need to plan their time well, because they'll be locked into certain times.

Also spreads people out a little more. Now CRT will absorb some crowd for an hour or so too.

....... unless they use this as justification to sell more tickets.

 

[kaylasmom07]

The first MNSSHP is next week, so luckily we shouldn't have to wait to long before the reviews of this start to come in. I've booked it, and will keep an eye out for reviews. If it turns out to be a disaster I will call and cancel.

 

[wendyt_ca]

I apologize, I read info wrong about the event on another site. It does not look like it includes the VM&M show.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...eets-at-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/

"Your ticket includes:
•Preferred Viewing for the 8:15 p.m. Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade
Watch the Headless Horseman lead off the parade on a hair-raising ride, followed by a collection of frightful floats and some of your favorite Disney Characters in Halloween costumes.
•Preferred Viewing for HalloWishes Fireworks Spectacular
The Ghost Host from the Haunted Mansion and some of the most notorious Disney Villains light up the sky to wicked remixes of their favorite songs.
•Dessert Soiree at Cinderella’s Royal Table
Lady Tremaine shares her musical talents while you enjoy themed desserts, specialty non-alcoholic drinks, entertainment and visits from some of your favorite Disney villains. Each guest gets an autograph card and souvenir Maleficent dragon cup."

I am thinking since the parade is 8:15 and the fireworks are at 9:30 they will not require everyone to exit and re-enter so therefore they would automatically be in the central hub for the 8:50 stage show.

 

[wendyt_ca]

We ended up getting ours booked for Sept 12th!! Even though I think the price is too high we will prob still do it. There is only the 2 of us thankfully...If it was $50 pp I would think that was much more reasonable though..

 

[Amanda Esmeralda]

I just got this email a little while ago and I have been on hold for about ten minutes now. Realistically, am I out of luck?

 

[mom2rtk]

I am thinking since the parade is 8:15 and the fireworks are at 9:30 they will not require everyone to exit and re-enter so therefore they would automatically be in the central hub for the 8:50 stage show.

I was thinking the fireworks viewing would be in the Rose Garden like it is for FP+. I don't think that close up in the hub is really considered prime fireworks viewing, especially since I think Hallowishes has perimeter fireworks.

 

[tinkerhon]

I can't. I just cannot justify spending $99 per person on dessert, some character interaction, and a spot for the parade. If I'm going to pay that much to go to an event, at least serve me a meal!

I agree--- we are going to the party on 9/1, but can see myself spending this much extra!!! (And we do have the wishes dessert party booked, and we always do "pirates and pals"---- so, we do realize the prices, and are willing to spend money on vacation)

That being said--- $99 plus tax!!?? Luckily, we have "CP" booked for dinner that night, so will still get our share of desserts!!!

 

[andyman8]

LOL at Disney adding a premium package for an already premium event.

"Not only are we going to take your money to spend more time in the park, you can also give use even more now!"

It does sadden me though that Disney's getting really nakedly greedy now. I understand it's a business, but it seems they're finding ways to charge you for anything.

 

[lovethattink]

....... unless they use this as justification to sell more tickets.

Don't give them any ideas! I thought of that too. I hope not.

I am thinking since the parade is 8:15 and the fireworks are at 9:30 they will not require everyone to exit and re-enter so therefore they would automatically be in the central hub for the 8:50 stage show.

You're probably right. So maybe the 1st parade is a good time to be in New Fantasyland?

 

[andyman8]

Oh and $99 (plus the $60+ admission) is ridiculous for some dessert and preferred viewing but it seems some will keep drinking this expensive Kool-Aid despite the ridiculous pricing.

 

[ktlm]

So. after an 1 1/2 hours on hold and a moment of temporary insanity I am booked for this thing. The CM I talked to said that people seem to be going crazy over it and they have been fielding calls on it all day and several nights are already sold out. I think I asked him and confirmed 3 times the reservation absolutely could be cancelled for a refend. I will look at the reviews for the first few parties and then probably cancel it unless reports are that it is absolutely fabulous. I just have this fear that if I don't book it, then it will turn out to be this incredible event and it will be too late and I will totally be sorry! Oh well, my 8 year old decided she was too old for BBB this year, so I'm saving that money which is pretty close to what we will be spending on this if we keep it!

My fear now (assuming we keep the reservation) is that they will add a 2nd party time to the single party nights because of the demand. The preferred parade area sounds good for a night there is just 1 villians party as it is 1 restaurant full of people- but with the high demand if there are 2 restaurants full of people cramming into that area like there will be the 1st 3 party nights, it might be harder to get a good spot.

FYI- in the comments section of the Disney Parks Blog on it this afternoon, one of the responses by Disney was that the villians will visiting the tables for pictures with the guests. I hope it will be a set crew and not different on different nights. I guess we will have to see when the reviews start coming in. If Maleficient isn't doing meet and greets, that will make our decision a lot easier. The blog hints "maybe you'll see the Evil Queen, Maleficient, Cruella de Vil or Dr. Facilier". For that price, we better see all of them!!!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/bl...eets-at-mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party/


Apparently I drank the Kool-Aid- hopefully the effects will wear off in time to cancel!

 

[mom2rtk]

Don't give them any ideas! I thought of that too. I hope not.

It's not like the park is anywhere near fire code capacity on party nights. Disney can sell as many tickets as they think they can get away with. And I think we can all agree that's sort of like putting the fox in charge of the hen house.