World of Color Superthread

[PatMcDuck]

We LOVE the WoC dessert party. Will definitely book it for our August trip. We did not check in super early, as we followed the instructions and forgot no one else does, lol.

We wanted a high top as well, and got the second to the last one on the left (when facing the wheel). It was a GREAT spot. We had 3 people. The others were already filled, except the one all the way to the left.

 

[UnderTheRialto]

Everything I’ve read other than a post in this thread made it sound like there’s one row of low tables and one row of high tops. Are there multiple rows of high tops?

 

[SoCalDisneyFan2708]

I’ve never done the dessert party but did the one of the dining packages a couple years ago. Besides that one dining package I’ve used the FP system every time and have prob seen the show 50 times or more. I just want to defend the free option for a second. IMO it really isn’t as bad as people say it is. The only thing that is a definite negative is it being time consuming to get a good spot. You’ll line up outside the viewing area about an hour and a half before the show starts. Then at an hr or so before it begins they’ll let you into the viewing area and then you have to wait. So as long as you get there early you’ll get a good spot, even if you’re short. If they do it like they used to they’ll have 2 viewing zones with FP’s, blue and yellow. Blue is to the left and yellow is to the right. I like yellow more as there are more prime viewing spots right at the front.

So if you’re like me who refuses to pay for something that is free (unless it’s a special occasion) then don’t fret, you can still experience the best Disney show there is. Just know what you’re getting in to before you go.

 

[Speedracer5]

Everything I’ve read other than a post in this thread made it sound like there’s one row of low tables and one row of high tops. Are there multiple rows of high tops?

If I remember right, there are two long rows. The high tops are in the back and the low tables are in the front. I believe that there might be some high tables in the front as well, but they're staggered so that they're not blocking the view of anyone in the back. This is based on my memories of having attended the party in September of 2017, so I am not sure if the seating arrangement will change. We sat in a high table at the far end of the dessert party area, next to the stairs down to the water, and we had a perfect view.

 

[Magnoliafan]

When we went before, we were in the very front of the line. I requested a high top and was brought to the first high top table in the row. We were sitting next to the walkway that the non-package people are funnelled through to get to the show. [snip]

Also, if you're a small party, like a 2-top, just know that they may seat another 2-top with you. Our partners at our table were nice and we had no issues.

I splurged on the dessert party as a solo and had the same table next to the walkway. I wasn’t one of the first people in line, but being a party of one worked in my favor. The CM hostess first led me to join a party of 7, but the only empty seat had its back to the Wheel. I must have made a face (thinking how awkward it would be to either stare at strangers across the table or else turn my chair early and somehow eat sideways) because she quickly suggested joining a party of 2 instead. My back was to the railing and I faced an empty chair, the Wheel, and the crowd, allowing me to people watch as I ate. I also shared a bit of conversation with my table mates, but it wasn’t awkward at all given the seating arrangement. The view was amazing, the champagne delightful, and the desserts were surprisingly delicious. It was definitely worth the splurge. I haven’t decided on when to book my next trip, but the WOC dessert party is a given.

 

[shannie102]

If the dessert party reservation is for 9:15, does that mean the show is at 9:30 or 9:45?

I will echo this as I didn't see an answer please

 

[Cal-Pie]

I will echo this as I didn't see an answer please

After I posted that question, I thought about it more and figured it must start at 9:45 because they would need time to seat and serve everyone before the show starts.

 

[BecAus]

If the dessert party reservation is for 9:15, does that mean the show is at 9:30 or 9:45?

I’ve done the DP twice before. Previously, before it went on its long break, the DP reservation time that you booked was 45mins before the scheduled show start time.
I think both of mine were a Dessert Party reservation of 8.15 and a scheduled WOC start time of 9pm on those nights.
Bit odd though-if they’re going to stick to the same ‘45mins before show start time for the DP reservation time’ - if your booking is for 9.15pm, 10pm does seem late for them to schedule a first viewing of WOC, and first showing was previously when they had the Desert Party.
10 - 10.15pm was usually about the time of the second show of the night when they scheduled 2 showings on the one night.
Hopefully they’ll release the show schedule soon.

 

[JLitfin]

We will be visiting DL end of May for the first time. I'm very interested in booking the WOC Dessert Party. How do you reserve or pick low tables vs. High top tables? Is this done online when you make your reservations or when you check in for the event?

 

[Speedracer5]

We will be visiting DL end of May for the first time. I'm very interested in booking the WOC Dessert Party. How do you reserve or pick low tables vs. High top tables? Is this done online when you make your reservations or when you check in for the event?

I just told the CM seating us that I wanted a high table and she seated us accordingly. We were also the first in line so it was pretty easy. It seemed like they started seating at the far end of the section and worked their way toward the other side. The people behind me requested a low table. They were seated in front of us at the low table.

 

[BecAus]

We will be visiting DL end of May for the first time. I'm very interested in booking the WOC Dessert Party. How do you reserve or pick low tables vs. High top tables? Is this done online when you make your reservations or when you check in for the event?

Can’t request before. They usually ask you when you check in which one you would prefer, or it might have been the hostess that escorts you down to the seating area that asked.
I was asked both times I went but we always line up pretty early so are amongst the first few checking in.

 

[AndyR]

Dessert Party booked for March 22nd. Will have just renewed Premier APs and will need some WOC therapy!

 

[wareagle57]

I’ve done the DP twice before. Previously, before it went on its long break, the DP reservation time that you booked was 45mins before the scheduled show start time.
I think both of mine were a Dessert Party reservation of 8.15 and a scheduled WOC start time of 9pm on those nights.
Bit odd though-if they’re going to stick to the same ‘45mins before show start time for the DP reservation time’ - if your booking is for 9.15pm, 10pm does seem late for them to schedule a first viewing of WOC, and first showing was previously when they had the Desert Party.
10 - 10.15pm was usually about the time of the second show of the night when they scheduled 2 showings on the one night.
Hopefully they’ll release the show schedule soon.

I was looking at the historical hours the other day and there were hardly any nights where they had 2 WOC showings, even on the weekends.

 

[LizzyS]

Hmmm, we've never seen WOC. I might have to consider the dessert party for our upcoming trip if it's offered on our days.

 

[ash-n-brensmom]

Question for those of you that got in line early for the Dessert Party, how early? I am going solo Feb 28 and the time of my reservation is 7:30. I'm wondering how early I should get there.

 

[AndyR]

I'd go 30-45mins, or drop by the checkin stand and see if there's a line forming.

 

[katyringo]

Wine county is open

 

[wareagle57]

Is it true that if you are a party of 2 you will be paired up with another couple and have to share a table/food? I feel like that would cause me more anxiety than the crowds would. Having our own private space was the main appeal of this to me.

 

[bethwc101]

Is it true that if you are a party of 2 you will be paired up with another couple and have to share a table/food? I feel like that would cause me more anxiety than the crowds would. Having our own private space was the main appeal of this to me.

That was a debate DH and I had. When we asked, we were told if it is not fully booked, there is a chance you could have your own table. If the event is fully booked, you will share.

 

[BecAus]

Question for those of you that got in line early for the Dessert Party, how early? I am going solo Feb 28 and the time of my reservation is 7:30. I'm wondering how early I should get there.

I'd go 30-45mins, or drop by the checkin stand and see if there's a line forming.

^^^^ This - we would normally line up ~ 45mins before. You don't have to, I mean - you know you've definitely got a seat! - but if you're a bit earlier and you don't happen to like where they put you then I guess there is more chance of being able to be put somewhere else if there are other options.

Is it true that if you are a party of 2 you will be paired up with another couple and have to share a table/food? I feel like that would cause me more anxiety than the crowds would. Having our own private space was the main appeal of this to me.

Yes, you will almost certainly be seated with another party of 1 or 2, unless it's a very quiet night which isn't likely to happen in the near future I imagine, with it having been down so long.
I'm exactly like you re: preferring to sit by ourselves - I'm not one who easily strikes up a conversation with strangers.
Thinking back, I think we might have done the DP three times.
First time would have been me and 2 kids and we were seated by ourselves.
Next time we were a party of 4, with another party of 4 (not booked together) and we checked in a bit late that day, not lined up early as I normally would as they were riding 'Screamin'. We managed to get 2 of the high tops at the rear that were together.

Last time I went in Sept '17 it was just me and my son. We were led to a high top at the front where there was a mother and daughter already seated. It really wasn't as bad as I thought. You share the bread basket on the table and then you each receive a Dessert plate and your drinks of course.
There was a little bit of chit chat but not too much, just enough to be cordial with each other. It was honestly ok.
Turned out she was somehow involved with upper Disney management and 'in the know'. She had requested this particular table as it was considered the best view in the section. Don't ask me exactly where it was but it was definitely one of the high tops at the front.
They have 2 rows of tables. All high tops at the rear, and in the front row against the railing there is some short and some high top tables.
My husband and I will be going again in July and I imagine I would line up early and request a high-top at the front as I think this is the best view.
When we had the 2 tables at the rear I did have to move around a bit to try and see past a gentleman at a high top in front of us so front would be best if you can get it.