World of Color from a wheelchair

[Minnie Loves Mickey]

I have been looking at old threads on this but I can not find what I am looking for. We are taking my 89 year old Mother to DL with us in two months and want her to see WOC. My question is will she be able to see it from a Wheel Chair and what is the best way to get a fast pass for the handicapped section? I don't want to do the dining if we can't get the premium dining section with the wheelchair. I would not mind getting the picnic lunch but I want to be sure she will be able to see. Thanks for the help.

 

[skiingfast]

I have been looking at old threads on this but I can not find what I am looking for. We are taking my 89 year old Mother to DL with us in two months and want her to see WOC. My question is will she be able to see it from a Wheel Chair and what is the best way to get a fast pass for the handicapped section? I don't want to do the dining if we can't get the premium dining section with the wheelchair. I would not mind getting the picnic lunch but I want to be sure she will be able to see. Thanks for the help.

You need to get a Show Ticket. It doesn't matter what section you end up in or how you got the ticket they all have HA areas. You want to get there early so she is at the front of the HA area. The viewing is tiered so being at the front helps you see over the tier in front of you.

 

[scrappinbear78]

So what is a "show ticket" is it the same as a fp? How do you go about getting a "show ticket"? Does it cost more to get one of these? Trying to make sure that we are able to get the major shows in and be able to view them. We will have 2 people in ECV's and possibly myself if I can't get myself back on the right track before our trip. I feel bad because we are taking our girls and to have possibly all adults in an ECV is going to be frustrating for them, but want to make sure they get the most out of it. Thanks for the information

 

[skiingfast]

So what is a "show ticket" is it the same as a fp? How do you go about getting a "show ticket"? Does it cost more to get one of these? Trying to make sure that we are able to get the major shows in and be able to view them. We will have 2 people in ECV's and possibly myself if I can't get myself back on the right track before our trip. I feel bad because we are taking our girls and to have possibly all adults in an ECV is going to be frustrating for them, but want to make sure they get the most out of it. Thanks for the information

I call it a Show Ticket, because it's not a FP, FP is a misnomer.

You can get your free Show Ticket at the Grizzly River Rapid FPs, machines. Where the poor wording comes from. Or By getting a picnic, lunch of dinner package all of these cost money.

It will be little problem being on an ECV, I wouldn't worry about that so much.

 

[jdb in AZ]

So what is a "show ticket" is it the same as a fp? How do you go about getting a "show ticket"? Does it cost more to get one of these? Trying to make sure that we are able to get the major shows in and be able to view them. We will have 2 people in ECV's and possibly myself if I can't get myself back on the right track before our trip. I feel bad because we are taking our girls and to have possibly all adults in an ECV is going to be frustrating for them, but want to make sure they get the most out of it. Thanks for the information

DH and I both rented ECV's the end of January and sat in the Handicapped Section using Fastpasses. (If it comes out of a Fastpass machine and looks like a Fastpass, that's what we call it. Sorry, Skiing Fast.) We were there about 45 mins early and had a great view. While we were waiting we just sat and watched the ferris wheel changing colors like a kaledioscope. It was a cold evening and we could have used blankets in addition to our sweaters and leather jackets. I also wore two pair of jeans, wishing I had long johns. Yes, I'm a desert rat. If your mom gets cold easily you might consider a ski hat or other head covering for her. You said you're going in two months. If it's during the holly daze, you'll obviously need to get there as soon as the seating is available. They had park benches for family members to sit on, and the kids could sit on the ground in front of us.

 

[scrappinbear78]

Yes we will be there during the bussiest time......20-27 of December. Thank you so much for the tips. I am going to have several little books with notes just to be able to keep things straight as to what we are doing and whether or not we have any meal reservations that particular day. AGGHH

 

[ArchOwl]

I have seen WOC twice from the handicapped section. As of Labor Day, the handicapped section for every color was in the back. This is actually fine, because it puts you on a tier above everyone else's heads. Those in wheelchairs can wheel up to the railing and be high enough up to see the show. There are benches in each area, but the benches are for those who need them. Those in your party who are not disabled are supposed to wait before using the benches to make sure that the handicapped have a place to sit.

When you are queuing up for the show, make sure you are in the handicapped queue line. The CMs should direct you to the proper area, you will be in front of the regular queue for your area. When the time comes, the handicapped section will be allowed into the area first. Those who need the benches or who want the back will be allowed in the handicapped area. However, you are also free to make your way down to any area in your color. Be advised that if you choose not to be in the handicapped area, when the rest of your color comes in, they will be making a beeline to where you are. If you have frail members in your party or anyone who should not be around large groups of people, I would not recommend doing this. You will be very crowded and not allowed to sit. But it is an option if you want to be closer to the show.

Opinions vary as to which is better, close to the show or further back. I like both for different reasons, and very much enjoy sitting on a bench in the handicapped section of blue in particular. I think the back of blue has a much better line of sight to the show that back of yellow. But they are both quite good. Handicapped section of red is not that great. Another great thing about being in the back of the handicapped section is that you are first to leave. You can beat the stampede of folks leaving.

There is also a handicapped section for preferred dining, but at last report, was not roped off. There was tape on the ground that marked the handicapped section and I am not sure how well enforced it would be. But it is an option and perhaps someone that has been there recently could comment on this.

I hope this helps!

 

[NiceOneSimba]

We were just there on Monday. My mom had an ECV, and my husband wears a leg brace. We had FPs/Show Tickets for the blue section. The HC seating was in the back, as ArchOwl described.

They had 4 or 6 benches on one side, arranged in two rows, and then a large section of railing blocked off. My mom sat in her ECV; my husband sat on the bench and held our daughter on his lap. There was room for other family members to stand behind the benches or ECVs. Even in the back row of benches, the view was great.

I've seen the show from the very front (soak zone) before, and MUCH preferred this view. Maybe it was just because I didn't get drenched, but I really liked being able to see the entire show, which being up a bit higher allowed.

My biggest advice is to get there early (like before 7 for a 8:15 show). We got there around 7:20 and the lines were already super long. Fortunately, we found some AWESOME CMs who got us into the right place. Once we were there, the CM in our section was just super, super great. She had a stack of FPs ready so that if anyone wanted to go get food and bring it back, or go to the bathroom that we could get right back into the section. How awesome is that?

Oh, and make sure you have enough blankets/jackets for December. All that sitting around can get quite cold!

 

[scrappinbear78]

Thank you so much for all the information. I am getting more and more excited. I just need to make sure that I remember everything when we are down there.

 

[Nonsuch]

...My question is will she be able to see it from a Wheel Chair and what is the best way to get a fast pass for the handicapped section? I don't want to do the dining if we can't get the premium dining section with the wheelchair.

In Early September there was a HA section within Preferred Dining
This HA location was in an excellent location, dead center one level up from the water (shown in purple outline).

 

[lozzypop]

I have a quick question. My mom has fibromyalgia and will be visiting with DD and I for the first time next spring. She plans to bring her cane and with adequate rest, I don't anticipate us having many problems, but I am worried about having to wait for long periods for shows and parades as that much standing can be hard for her. I was going to get premium seating for F! but was worried about WOC.

Do you need a GAC to be able to use the HA bench seating at WOC? That would be the only reason I would want to try and get a GAC during our trip.

 

[ArchOwl]

I have a quick question. My mom has fibromyalgia and will be visiting with DD and I for the first time next spring. She plans to bring her cane and with adequate rest, I don't anticipate us having many problems, but I am worried about having to wait for long periods for shows and parades as that much standing can be hard for her. I was going to get premium seating for F! but was worried about WOC.

Do you need a GAC to be able to use the HA bench seating at WOC? That would be the only reason I would want to try and get a GAC during our trip.

Well you either need a visible mobility aid or a GAC. I would probably err on the side of getting the GAC as a backup, but you shouldn't need it to access the handicapped bench for WOC. I just know that CMs are more used to allowing wheelchairs and may not be as trained to spot the cane and allow your mom into the correct area. With a GAC it would be a non-issue. Have fun!

 

[NiceOneSimba]

My husband just hiked up his pants leg to show off his leg brace and th CM let him sit down on the bench with no problem. However, I don't know if that would have been good enough on it's own if we hadn't already been in the HA section with my mom and her ECV.

I'd get the GAC just as a backup--then you can use it for any other time she needs assitance getting in and out of ridese as well as for the seating.

Just a reminder that you do still need the Fastpass for WOC seating. The GAC doesn't replace that, it just gets you into the HA seating section in your appointed section.

 

[lozzypop]

Thanks for the replies! I knew I would still need to get the Show Passes. It might be my Mom & Dad's first trip, but this ain't our first pony ride around the corral if you know what I mean.

 

[Minnie Loves Mickey]

Thanks everyone for all the Great information. I am a little worried about how cold she will get, but I will come prepared. She will be turning 90 in January and is really looking forward to going to DL with us. She only plans on being in the parks a few hours in the morning and evening to see the Decorations, Shows, Parade, IASW and HMH. I am hoping once we are there I can talk her into the other easy rides.