"Official" 2017 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - Boo to You!

[Travelgrrl]

The Headless Horseman rides before the parade.

You can be in full costume at 4:00.

 

[DonaldDuck77]

I don't beleive though it was ever meant to be a perk. It was always said the perk was that during the 7 to midnight portion you would not need fast passes. I think we all were just lucky for years and now the luck has ended.

If they really wanted to stop it, they could. And I don't mean the latest software upgrade. It has been all over unofficial message boards and blogs for years as a party ticket perk. While that still doesn't imply official intent from Disney, they clearly have their methods of getting in touch with those in charge of these websites to "not talk about" things they don't want mentioned (SDPF, for example). So, it would only be the few "rogue cheaters" that would be exploiting a little known loophole. As it is, Disney uses this information to drive party ticket sales without ever officially declaring this perk. They may be trying to take it away quietly this year (and may even allow it even though they planned not to before the huge backlash), but no doubt party ticket sales will be hurt next year.

 

[FeralCatRogue]

1. For the Horseman, I keep hearing different things. Does he ride at the posted parade time, then the parade is behind? Or, is he prior? (i.e. if it's an 11:15pm parade, does he ride at 11:00pm or 11:15pm?)

2. How does the 4pm entry work with the costumes? Are the normal day costume rules for adults relaxed for party goers arriving at 4pm vs. 7pm?

He rides 15 mins or so before as long as the weather is okay. And yep if you got a party ticket you can come in at 4 in costume.

 

[30ishmom]

First time at MNSSHP...
If I'm just going to the party, do I need a park ticket too or just the party ticket?

 

[AntJulie]

Just the party ticket!

 

[sheila14]

I know most of y'all are "wait and see" on the FP thing but I got some new info, or confirmations rather, as well as an interesting glitch.

So, I lost my last day passes and had to drop my party day passes to get them back. I emailed Guest Services, and rather than emailing me back they called me. CM's name is Audra and she's awesome. I was able to re-book, based on availability, FPs for our party day. I could only get two of the ones we had originally wanted. But I was assured they'd stick and I shouldn't lose my passes for our last day either.

Audra did assure me this year will be the last time passes for these events will be available; the system has updated and can now recognize the difference between park tickets and party tickets. Exceptions are being made, and not everyone is being flagged this year, but in the future passes on special event tickets will not be available; a regular park pass must be used to book FP.

There it is! I'm back to having 5 days of Fast passes, but not without some serious time and effort. On to coffee cup number three this morning.

So will you be in the park on regular park ticket along with the party ticket?? On Tuesday and Thursday I have park tickets for the park along with the party ticket. Do I qualify for just the 3 fast passes or more?

 

[mickey1968]

I really hope that the Moana rumour is true. My DD has been desperate to meet her. But I'm not going to tell her until I see it on the park map / info!!

Claire

So will the first party in Aug be when they release maps/times for parades and such? Just trying to get a bit of an idea of what we are doing during the party. Have been watching the first thread for times and just wondering

Last year the first party was on September 2 and the map was released on August 30. This year's map and schedule would probably be released around August 22 I guess.

I just wanted to point out that when Disney does release the official map, it will not list which characters are meeting. Their map only shows symbols for a character meet, but doesn't list who is there or times. Generally, someone who goes to the first night's party will post who is there, etc. Kennythepirate.com is one of the best, however, it is part of his nominal subscription fee. There are others who will post here too.

Also, parade times and show times tend to vary throughout the season, so the first map and times, may change every couple of weeks or so.

 

[MissMaryQC]

So will you be in the park on regular park ticket along with the party ticket?? On Tuesday and Thursday I have park tickets for the park along with the party ticket. Do I qualify for just the 3 fast passes or more?

I'm not going to th park before the party; we are only using a party ticket to enter. The only reason I was allowed to book the two passes I have on party day is cause I got mixed answers on whether or not I could have the passes.

Generally the rule is 3 FP+ per person, per regular park ticket. Party tickets are not supposed to have fast passes.

 

[kizmet311]

This just in! I have learned of a new character meet and greet coming to this year's MNSSHP! Moana will be meeting guests in Adventureland during this year's event, per SpectroBros on WDWMagic. Stay tuned for further details, including exactly where she will be meeting and a confirmation.
Source: http://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/...her-mnsshp-changes.929860/page-8#post-7834049

THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING! Seriously, though, my daughter is obsessed with Moana and I'll spend nearly the whole party making sure that M&G happens if I need to. My daughter will be dressed as Belle with her hair all done up from BBB, but maybe I can have her wear her Moana shirt and shorts under the dress and do a quick change in the M&G line, lol. She will have a Moana costume as well after her birthday party, but I wasn't planning on bringing it to WDW. Not sure I want to do a full costume change in the middle of the party, lol.

I could rethink this whole thing and try to get BBB before our Cindy's breakfast ADR, but that would probably be difficult at best at this point. Then she could be Moana for the MNSSHP. Although I've already ordered some things for DH and myself for us to be Mrs. Potts and Belle, so I would also have to return all of that and make our Disney bounding Moana themed. Decisions, decisions.

Of course, part of the appeal of her being Belle during MNSSHP is that we will be getting dessert at BOG and I would love to have her meet the Beast while she is dressed in Belle's ball gown.

 

[DisneyMom93]

Party tickets are not supposed to have fast passes.

 

[sharonabe]

So will you be in the park on regular park ticket along with the party ticket?? On Tuesday and Thursday I have park tickets for the park along with the party ticket. Do I qualify for just the 3 fast passes or more?

Even before all the mess this year, if you were going to a park on the same day you were going to the party, you could only have 3 FP+ for that day. In the past, you could choose to do them during the day or do them from the 4-7 time frame before the party. So you will have to choose whether you want them during the day or during the 4-7 time period. It appears that next year, that won't be an option.

 

[Cluelyss]

Trying to figure out FP+ in conjunction with checking-in for the dessert party and a 4:30pm ADR. I will be using regular ticket media to enter MK earlier than the party ticket allows. How much earlier than the 4pm dessert party check-in time do you recommend? Also wondering if we need our MNSSHP wristbands prior to checking-in for the dessert party if we're already in MK?

ETA: I just re-read the Disney World page. It states "Pre-assigned seating is available at the dessert party—every table has great views of Cinderella Castle" Could this be another change from previous years like the removal of the parade or does this mean based on check-in time?

It was my understanding that last year, the entire group was walked from the parade viewing area to the terrace and then walked to tables. I didn't think they were "preassigned" though.

In prior years, the terrace dessert party had assigned seats, based on when you booked the ADR. When they reconfigured the tables (some time in 2016), seating became first come, first served.

It will be interesting to see what happens this year based on the verbiage above.

And my original post meant arrive earlier than the 9:00 check in time, not the 4:00 wristband access.

 

[monique5]

It was my understanding that last year, the entire group was walked from the parade viewing area to the terrace and then walked to tables. I didn't think they were "preassigned" though.

In prior years, the terrace dessert party had assigned seats, based on when you booked the ADR. When they reconfigured the tables (some time in 2016), seating became first come, first served.

It will be interesting to see what happens this year based on the verbiage above.

And my original post meant arrive earlier than the 7:45 check in time, not the 4:00 wristband access.

Yes, that's correct for last year. We attended on 10/31 last year and had table in front by rails but entered last. Several around us stated they were directed to tables, so most figured tables were assigned but not really sure. Pre-assigned seats are listed on website, and CM stated that was correct (grain on salt) but MVMCP is first come, first served (stated on website).

 

[ArielRae]

What rides/attractions close during the Halloween party that we should ride during the 4pm-7pm early entry?

 

[MissMaryQC]

Not sure why that's so funny. Just happens to be the only piece of consistent info smoking from CMs, to me at least.

 

[prettypatchesmsu]

It was my understanding that last year, the entire group was walked from the parade viewing area to the terrace and then walked to tables. I didn't think they were "preassigned" though.

In prior years, the terrace dessert party had assigned seats, based on when you booked the ADR. When they reconfigured the tables (some time in 2016), seating became first come, first served.

It will be interesting to see what happens this year based on the verbiage above.

And my original post meant arrive earlier than the 9:00 check in time, not the 4:00 wristband access.

We did the hallowishes dessert party last year, we were walked from the parade viewing area to the dessert party area on the terrace. We waited in a line, and on your turn you went to a table of your choice. They did suggest, like "there are a few over there" type of thing, but they were not preassigned and we were able to pick our table by the rail. This was a last week of September party. We were towards the front of the walking group.

 

[Disneymadhouse]

I just wanted to point out that when Disney does release the official map, it will not list which characters are meeting. Their map only shows symbols for a character meet, but doesn't list who is there or times. Generally, someone who goes to the first night's party will post who is there, etc. Kennythepirate.com is one of the best, however, it is part of his nominal subscription fee. There are others who will post here too.

Also, parade times and show times tend to vary throughout the season, so the first map and times, may change every couple of weeks or so.

Thankyou .... we are going to the first party! Will they confirm ahead of time who and where the meet and greets will be?

Claire

 

[RedmonFamily]

Should I be able to see my party tickets on the MDE app, I only see my park tickets? I see both on the computer.

 

[Bex258]

Should I be able to see my party tickets on the MDE app, I only see my park tickets? I see both on the computer.

They were on there and then mine disappeared, I haven't gotten around to contacting Disney yet as they are on the MDE on the computer.

 

[DisneyChris2016]

What rides/attractions close during the Halloween party that we should ride during the 4pm-7pm early entry?

Per Disney's website, the following attractions WILL be available.

Adventureland

• The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
• Pirates of the Caribbean
• Swiss Family Treehouse

Frontierland

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
• Country Bear Jamboree

Liberty Square

• Haunted Mansion

Fantasyland

• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
• Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
• “It’s a small world”
• Peter Pan’s Flight
• The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
• Mad Tea Party
• Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid

Storybook Circus

• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• The Barnstormer

Tomorrowland

• Astro Orbiter
• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
• Space Mountain
• Tomorrowland Speedway
• Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
• Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor