What a wonderful way to spend time with your family during Christmas! I know many families choose Disney. Tickets for the day were $342 for our family of 3 (2A,1C). Only you know the true value. With that being said, have you had a chance to read Post #1, are you familiar with MVMCP? The treats, Dance party, Castle shows, character meet and greets, fireworks and parade are awesome!
I generally do not answer when I do not know more details then sound crazy, but I'll give it a try---I want you and yours to receive as much Pixie Dust
as possible. Will you be in the MK on other days? Stroller? The Parade will take the place of FoF parade starting on 12/23. However, the fireworks will be unique to MVMCP. The Frozen Holiday Wish is offered during regular park times, as well as, MVMCP. The party officially starts at 7pm. In the past guests have been allowed to enter @ 4pm, we are not sure at this point, and my not know until the 1st MVMCP. There will be Characters unique to MVMCP - Sandy Claws, Santa Goofy, Scrooge McDuck, Nick & Judy (Zootopia), Minnie in Peppermint Dress, etc.
Will you be using DME? If so, that could take 2-3 hours to arrive at resort plus transportation to MK. Then you would need to eat. Do you have an ADR for arrival day? Are characters important? Is it worth the money even if you have to leave early? If stroller, could you stay longer? This is the last party so it will sell out. You would have to purchase in advance, whereas, on some parties you could wait & see how kids feel and purchase same day.
Our 1st MVMCP, DD was 5. Bedtime around 7pm. We went without a stroller. We didn't leave until 12:30am. DH did have to carry her a few times. It was a struggle at times too, no melt downs, just tired but didn't want to leave. She was a trooper. I had purposely scheduled a lat ADR the next morning. I have done the same for this year.
I hope this helps. Reply back if you have any other questions. Happy planning!