World of Color Superthread

[fctiger]

I didn't say 2012 would be like 2010, just it might be closer to 2010 than 2011. I doubt we will see a third WOC show this summer. But who knows? If so that would mean DCA is wildly succeeding.

And for the September visitor, it is entirely possible DCA will continue its 8AM opening in offseaon during weekends like DL does. So the issue would still be there in Sept depending on which day of the week the guest is visiting.

No I gotcha! You're right we shouldnt predict eitherway! But like I said, the first week will probably tell us everything we need to know. And since its not until September the poster is going, lots of time to plan if WOC does get crazy busy all summer with the changes.

The third show idea is strictly rumor from an insider friend and it wouldnt be everynight like the first summer only on nights if and when the park is completely slammed and they are trying to keep people busy if areas like CL and T Party is swamped!

 

[skiingfast]

And for the September visitor, it is entirely possible DCA will continue its 8AM opening in offseaon during weekends like DL does. So the issue would still be there in Sept depending on which day of the week the guest is visiting.

As it stand right now DCA will have 8am to 11pm hours July and August will also have 9am openings and 10pm closes.

September slips to a 8am or 9am opening with a 10pm close on the weekends, a 9am or 10am opening and 8pm or 10pm close during the week.

Of course this is with anything subject to change, but th earlier openings and Cars Land crowds are sure to adjust the WoC Show Pass distribution patterns.

 

[DLKiwi]

I just noticed that I should have posted in this thread instead of the other current WOC thread.

After reading a lot people here say that they think the preferred dining package is not really worth it, I nearly cancelled the reservation. But for us, it was perfect. Perhaps it's because the crowds could be a bit light or there were not many bookings??

But the food was good and we found a perfect viewing spot 30min before the show started. Recommended.

 

[skiingfast]

After reading a lot people here say that they think the preferred dining package is not really worth it.

we were found a perfect viewing spot 30min before the show started. Recommended.

The problem with that is, it's not the rule it's an exception. You were lucky it worked out for you.

 

[HydroGuy]

The problem with that is, it's not the rule it's an exception. You were lucky it worked out for you.

Ski is right.

 

[DLKiwi]

The problem with that is, it's not the rule it's an exception. You were lucky it worked out for you.

I've told my party that we should consider ourselves lucky that it worked out with only 30-40min (it was a bit more than 30min) waiting in the premium viewing area.

I've read lots of people say that they ended up with crappy views so wouldn't go for WOC dining unless they were going to go to WCT or Ariel's anyway.

I'd make a recommendation that follows my own personal situation:
"If the incremental cost increase of WOC preferred dining (above your normal dining budget) is worth a chance at a better view, then I'd recommend it."



Being a novice at the viewing areas I didn't look closely at the areas, although perhaps I should have in order to be of more assistance here. If I use the lamp posts as indicators of viewing areas (and Hydroguy's OP map) I would suggest that yellow is now the half from the preferred dining area out to the left edge of the viewing areas, and blue is the half from preferred dining to the right.

I was standing at the top of the stairs by the 'd' on 'preferred' and it was perfect viewing. The stairs themselves were included within the viewing area, but there was a roped of section for access only just below us. I did *not* notice the preferred area extending off to to the right (towards blue) and hooking back around to the left (back towards the yellow) as shown on the map ie the area with a couple of umbrella's and yellow stars did not appear to be inside the premium area, rather it looked to be blue.

But I wasn't taking notes or specifically looking at these things but take it with a grain of salt.

 

[JadeDarkstar]

hydro guy (His name is Mufasa) simbas dad, just in case no one already told you that. (Lion king one and two were my fav movies just had to tell you*winks* ty for the whole post it helps me plan things.
One question where are the benches located? my step dad may need it

 

[HydroGuy]

hydro guy (His name is Mufasa) simbas dad, just in case no one already told you that. (Lion king one and two were my fav movies just had to tell you*winks* ty for the whole post it helps me plan things.
One question where are the benches located? my step dad may need it

I am not sure benches ar even there anymore. I understand they move out benches before the show. Maybe someone else can help with this?

 

[ArchOwl]

I am not sure benches ar even there anymore. I understand they move out benches before the show. Maybe someone else can help with this?

Are we referring to the preferred dining section handicapped area?

 

[HydroGuy]

Are we referring to the preferred dining section handicapped area?

I think it is just general benches in the standard viewing area. It seems in 2010 they were there but I do not know if they are anymore.

 

[ArchOwl]

I think it is just general benches in the standard viewing area. It seems in 2010 they were there but I do not know if they are anymore.

In the handicapped sections of the regular viewing area there are benches for those who have a visible disability or a GAC card. These sections are in the back of the viewing areas as seen in the diagram on the first page. They area available for the entire show.

I am not sure about the preferred dining area. I would hope it would have a bench for those who need it, but I haven't personally seen one. Hopefully someone else can speak to their experience.

 

[usschmidt]

I just wanted to post a big ole thank you to everyone who posted information on this thread. We tried WoC in May '11 and it was a disaster b/c I only glanced at this thread. Well, I studied it like a Bar Exam for this trip (April 17th, 2012) and we had the best seats in town!!!! We queued up 90 mins before (blue section) and planted ourselves to the right of the arches at the fence. Dh held down the fort while I got sustenance and took the girls to the bathroom (separate occasions.) So enjoyable

Thanks!!!!!!!!

 

[KCmike]

So if you get a preferred dining package with fastpass and eat at Wine Country do you definitely get a green viewing spot?

 

[ArchOwl]

So if you get a preferred dining package with fastpass and eat at Wine Country do you definitely get a green viewing spot?

If you reserve the WOC dining package at WCT, you will receive the preferred viewing fastpasses once you have paid for your dinner. I have never heard of an incident of someone being turned away from the preferred dining section because it was too full or anything. But do realize that not every spot in the preferred dining section is a good spot.

 

[Sorcerer Mom]

Will be visiting on a Monday when one WOC show is scheduled, 8:45pm. If anyone has attended, do these weekday shows seem as crazy crowded as during the weekends when there are two shows? I'm thinking it would be either worse because there is only one show, or better because of it being during the week. Any thoughts would be appreciated..

 

[skiingfast]

Will be visiting on a Monday when one WOC show is scheduled, 8:45pm. If anyone has attended, do these weekday shows seem as crazy crowded as during the weekends when there are two shows? I'm thinking it would be either worse because there is only one show, or better because of it being during the week. Any thoughts would be appreciated..

Almost every single show has the exact same crowd because of the viewing areas limited capacity. The crowd will be almost exactly the same as the slowest day or the year and the busiest.

 

[HydroGuy]

Will be visiting on a Monday when one WOC show is scheduled, 8:45pm. If anyone has attended, do these weekday shows seem as crazy crowded as during the weekends when there are two shows? I'm thinking it would be either worse because there is only one show, or better because of it being during the week. Any thoughts would be appreciated..

Almost every single show has the exact same crowd because of the viewing areas limited capacity. The crowd will be almost exactly the same as the slowest day or the year and the busiest.

Ski is quite right. The only exception could be a second show during high season or weekends when all FPs are not distributed so the second show has lighter crowds.

Good luck!

 

[ArchOwl]

Will be visiting on a Monday when one WOC show is scheduled, 8:45pm. If anyone has attended, do these weekday shows seem as crazy crowded as during the weekends when there are two shows? I'm thinking it would be either worse because there is only one show, or better because of it being during the week. Any thoughts would be appreciated..

I think the latest reports have been that the second shows have recently been less full. There are reports of CMs letting people into the colored areas without a FP because it is uncrowded. However, these reports were during less busy times, I believe.

If you will be there anytime right before or after June 15th, I expect this will no longer be the case. I would expect DCA to pack them into WOC every night, every show during the summer because of the crowds that will descend on the park.

 

[mmlover74]

How early should you line up if you do the preferred dining?

 

[Sorcerer Mom]

Almost every single show has the exact same crowd because of the viewing areas limited capacity. The crowd will be almost exactly the same as the slowest day or the year and the busiest.

Ski is quite right. The only exception could be a second show during high season or weekends when all FPs are not distributed so the second show has lighter crowds.

Good luck!

I think the latest reports have been that the second shows have recently been less full. There are reports of CMs letting people into the colored areas without a FP because it is uncrowded. However, these reports were during less busy times, I believe.

If you will be there anytime right before or after June 15th, I expect this will no longer be the case. I would expect DCA to pack them into WOC every night, every show during the summer because of the crowds that will descend on the park.

Thanks all! I suspected as much. We'll be there 5/21, before the new DCA attractions open, but with the one show, it'll probably still be crowded. We have a very limited time in the park so I'm trying to make the most of our time and I'm not sure I want to spend 90+ min. in the que to get into WOC, especially w/my Mom. Perhaps I'll save this for another visit.