I went back and forth a lot before our trip if I should cancel our HEA Garden View Dessert Party. Well We went on June 19th and they said they expected 300 people between the before and after parties, I have heard others say this # so guessing it was sold out. The Happily Ever After Dessert Party is totally worth it, I cried a few times!!! We checked in at 7:30 and there was a line to check in, they werealready letting people into the dessert party. I went out to the garden at 8:15, because I wanted a specific spot, but there was plenty of room for everyone. I picked out a spot close to Main Street with a great view between one of the little planters and a light post. I did take our stroller and some towels that I put on the ground to help hold our space and cushion my bottom while I waited. My younger two danced around and played in the open area. My husband came down with my oldest around 8:45, since he has back issues. I am glad we all didn't wait until then to come down. The fact that my girls could dance around, clapping and actually could see the fireworks and the castle in full view made it worth every cent. Our view was perfect! It was a truly magical experience and not worrying about a spot was sooo wonderful. My girls actually thanked me several times...on our last trip they cried because they couldn't see the show. If you can afford it totally do it.