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

[CMNJ]

So it's then safe to assume that the people for the first parade will just hang out for the fireworks?

I would imagine so

 

[monique5]

First Pin Images from Disney Parks Merchandise

http://www.kennythepirate.com/2017/...ys-not-so-scary-halloween-party-trading-pins/

 

[fabgurrl]

We are going to the party on 9/1. FIRST TIME ever. Super excited.

I will be Princess Elena of Avalor, niece will be Princess Aurora, bestie will be a lady pirate (she wants to take a picture with Jack Sparrow), and mom will be Minnie Mouse.

We arrive that day so fingers crossed, no delayed flights or weather issues and we should be good. We couldn't get any ADR's for the MK we wanted so we are just winging it.

 

[sheila14]

We really need to rely on the Dis members to report back any and all changes so the rest of us can plan. I feel bad for the first few party goers because they cannot plan the way they want. Maybe the Early Morning event will sell out because people would want a head start on the park for those who will have park and party tickets the same day.

 

[Cluelyss]

So it's then safe to assume that the people for the first parade will just hang out for the fireworks?

Yeah, I'm very curious how this timing is going to work out for those that like to watch the first parade from Frontierland? Just follow it to Main Street I guess? And how will this impact folks trying to get a spot for the fireworks who aren't watching the first parade? We like to grab a spot in the gardens around 9:30, but not sure how we will get there with the parade literally passing through at the same time. Glad we aren't going till October so I can read some reports from the early parties and figure out how to adjust my plan!

 

[vinotinto]

I wonder if the timing means people will start lining even earlier for the parade. When we went in 2015, we lined up 30 minutes ahead in Frontierland and had no problem getting a spot where we could see everything. It was around where the parade begins. And I think it was a sold out party.

On the other hand, it gives them extra time to get rid of day guests.

 

[Travelgrrl]

If we watch the first parade from the wheelchair area in the hub (I think that's where they seated us last time, this time we'll have two wheelchair users in our party), is that a good place to stay camped out for the fireworks? I have never seen one of Disney's fireworks shows or castle projection shows in all of the time I've gone to the MK. I've seen fireworks from rides, fireworks peeking out from trees, fireworks from the lagoon, just never a complete, close up show.

Is there a separate, dedicated wheelchair area for fireworks? Is it the same as the parade seating (which for us, was on the hub)? Thanks, experts!

 

[Cluelyss]

On the other hand, it gives them extra time to get rid of day guests.

Interesting. I wonder if this is how they're giving themselves that extra hour MVMCP is getting with the 6 o'clock close?

 

[FoxC63]

Interesting. I wonder if this is how they're giving themselves that extra hour MVMCP is getting with the 6 o'clock close?

Was wondering when this was going to be brought up!

 

[FeralCatRogue]

If we watch the first parade from the wheelchair area in the hub (I think that's where they seated us last time, this time we'll have two wheelchair users in our party), is that a good place to stay camped out for the fireworks? I have never seen one of Disney's fireworks shows or castle projection shows in all of the time I've gone to the MK. I've seen fireworks from rides, fireworks peeking out from trees, fireworks from the lagoon, just never a complete, close up show.

Is there a separate, dedicated wheelchair area for fireworks? Is it the same as the parade seating (which for us, was on the hub)? Thanks, experts!

I think that is the area that desert party guests were put last year for the parade. I'd seen pics of someone who took her daughter in a wheelchair in the same spot they placed us.

 

[Travelgrrl]

Assuming that's the wheelchair access spot, would it be a good place to wait for the fireworks after the first parade?

If the parade is at 9:15 and the fireworks are at 10:15, I guess you'd be waiting awhile in between...

 

[Mrjoshua]

I think that is the area that desert party guests were put last year for the parade. I'd seen pics of someone who took her daughter in a wheelchair in the same spot they placed us.

I think what you're discussing is along the same lines of a question that I have: My family is attending the Hallowishes Dessert Party, which doesn't provide parade viewing this year. One member of my party is disabled. What is a good spot to view the the early BTY parade, and still make dessert check in at Tomorrowland Terrace?

 

[Travelgrrl]

What time is your Dessert checkin?

 

[bluecastle]

Yeah, I'm very curious how this timing is going to work out for those that like to watch the first parade from Frontierland? Just follow it to Main Street I guess? And how will this impact folks trying to get a spot for the fireworks who aren't watching the first parade? We like to grab a spot in the gardens around 9:30, but not sure how we will get there with the parade literally passing through at the same time. Glad we aren't going till October so I can read some reports from the early parties and figure out how to adjust my plan!

This is my concern as well. I was planning on doing rides, then finding a spot for Hallowishes, and then catch the later parade. I feel like I'm almost being forced to watch the first parade in order to get a good spot for Hallowishes! But, unlike HEA, I don't have to be directly in front of the castle for Hallowishes, right? Is there a good viewing spot that is not on the parade route?

 

[Mrjoshua]

What time is your Dessert checkin?

Hallowishes Dessert Party is at 9:15, so I think you can still check in at least until that time.

 

[King of Naboombu]

Update on my Tamatoa costume, my talented DW made this headband. Next will be doing something for the shell and making it SHINY! Exactly 3 weeks away for MNSSHP!

 

[FeralCatRogue]

I think what you're discussing is along the same lines of a question that I have: My family is attending the Hallowishes Dessert Party, which doesn't provide parade viewing this year. One member of my party is disabled. What is a good spot to view the the early BTY parade, and still make dessert check in at Tomorrowland Terrace?

Your best bet is probably to post in the Disabilities forum here. I'm unsure where they moved the spot to.

 

[Farro]

Regarding parade times - I think we will attack the rides for a bit, watch first parade in Liberty Square to avoid the masses in the hub, attack the rides again, get some candy and head out during/after the second parade. Or same plan but just watch the second parade. Of course this could change based on a zillion factors!

We are staying at Polynesian, so we have plenty of chances to see the fireworks from the beach since it's not really a priority for us.

 

[CMNJ]

Regarding parade times - I think we will attack the rides for a bit, watch first parade in Liberty Square to avoid the masses in the hub, attack the rides again, get some candy and head out during/after the second parade. Or same plan but just watch the second parade. Of course this could change based on a zillion factors!

We are staying at Polynesian, so we have plenty of chances to see the fireworks from the beach since it's not really a priority for us.

If you are staying at the Poly trader Sam's tiki terrace is a great place to watch the fireworks. They have live music in the evening but they take a break right before the fireworks and pipe in the fireworks music. You can get a dole whip with rum (called a spikey pineapple) while you watch

 

[Farro]

If you are staying at the Poly trader Sam's tiki terrace is a great place to watch the fireworks. They have live music in the evening but they take a break right before the fireworks and pipe in the fireworks music. You can get a dole whip with rum (called a spikey pineapple) while you watch

Thanks for the tip! I think we will do just that - although my drink may be more boring - vodka/tonic (with two limes, naturally)