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2015 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
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mguimond1990
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I understand why people hate the ticket within a ticketed party..but how is this any different than buying a pass to go to MK for the day and then paying extra for the wishes dessert party? If you dont wanna do it, dont. Its obviously pretty popular cuz the night we are going to MNSSHP the dessert party is sold out.
ToTBellHop
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I can feel disgusted at how the company views its guests without feeling compelled to buy into a cash grab.
afb28
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Because as an AP I am already spending $900 on passes, then $150 (i pay for 2 passes) for this event and they want another $150 for cupcakes and a essentially a fastpass+ viewing of the parade and fireworks.
It's a tad ridiculous and I almost never complain because most of the time I can understand it. Just can't with this.
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fred vinzant
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I've heard Oogie Boogie might join parade.
Jon81uk
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They want $140 for cupcakes but that doesn't mean you have to pay it. This is an OPTIONAL extra if you want to sit at Tommorrowland Terrace and eat cake while watching fireworks.
When I go to the cinema they want an extra £2 ($3) for premium seats in the centre of the theater, I don't pay this as I am happy to sit one row in front or behind the premium area. But for other people they think it is worth the extra cost for a leather seat and better view of the cinema screen.
jaklgreen
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But they are not making you pay for this. It is an option, if you don't want to spend the money then don't. Again, it has no affect on you at all if you choose not to do it. You can also pay for a private tour guide, that is an option every day, but you are not complaining about them offering that. A lot of people love this idea and are happy to pay for it. Why shouldn't they? Just because it is not something you are willing to spend money on, that means no one else should either? I don't get it. Some people think just going to WDW is a waste of money, that doesn't stop the rest of us from going. It is all about what a person is willing to spend their money on. Maybe someone saves for years and wants to go all out and do all of the bells and whistles they offer. Good for them. Like I said, it does not affect the rest of us if they do.
jaklgreen
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This makes no sense to me. What do you mean how Disney "views their guests"? What, by offering more options? Is it the idea of the desserts that bothers you or the price or what?
Matt_Black
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"The customer is always right" is often misinterpreted, but the original intent was this- if a man walks into a clothing store and asks for a suit that, to the employee and everyone else, is the most hideous outfit known to man, you do your level best to get him his aesthetically repugnant ensemble and then he hands you his money, gratefully, because he wants that outfit and wants to be happy and is willing to pay for it. Same concept. Some people WANT to pay this money. Disney is happy to oblige them in the matter.
You are absolutely right. There are people who want to buy the premium edition of everything, regardless of if it is worthwhile or not. The premium packages constantly sell out, so Disney would be crazy not to offer it.
afb28
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Right, but when they take away, imo, the best viewing spot that's when it irks me.
If it didn't have the reserved spot then I'd be fine with others wasting their money on this.
TheRabbit
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I agree! But....could this be a sign of Disney requiring premium payment for most things that were once free? Adding desserts to viewing areas that were once free to watch fireworks/parades, or possibly paying premium to sit in better locations for shows? Just wondering...could this be something that gets out of hand to the point where going to the parks on just the admission ticket isn't enough?
networkpro
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No one is forcing you to purchase anything beyond the admission price. You are able to watch the parade along 99% of the route, grab pounds and pounds of candy, meet n greet rare characters, and ride every ride without spending another ruble. There are no additional parade floats or fireworks shell explosions available to those who pay for a separate dessert party. They're not a номенклату́ра (nomenclatura) lording over the park. The amount of space that's reserved for parade viewing is significantly less than any of the construction project scrims/boxes/cordons have blocked out over the past year.
I don't buy into your cash grab argument. They have an underutilized space which they have turned into a revenue stream. If you price out the average cost of a catered dessert, fruit, beverage, and set dressing its right in line with the area cost structure outside the parks.
wendysue
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I think it's just that if people are already paying an extra price just for that night, they should not have to pay another hefty price for a place to stand and some cake, pie, etc. (nothing against anyone who wants to)
Bairstow
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But no one's making people pay that second price.
If people are willing to pay, which is extraordinary, why is Disney at fault for taking their money?
Doug Wintemute
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WDW newbie here. My wife and I have tickets to MNSSHP on Halloween night and are just shaking with anticipation. We are spending a few days at Universal and going to Halloween Horror Nights then making our way to WDW on Saturday for the party.
To anticipate any questions of why spend the money on this premium ticket? Well we are Halloween fanatics and having the scary Halloween at Universal and the childish, beautiful Halloween at Disney is a great combo.
I have a question for you party vets. First, on such a busy night, where is a best place to sit and watch the parade and fireworks (doesn't have to be the same spot) without having to sit down an hour in advance (were trying to make the most of our short time in the park)?
Second, what are some must-do/must-see things? -- keep in mind, we only have passes to the party.
To anticipate any questions of why spend the money on this premium ticket? Well we are Halloween fanatics and having the scary Halloween at Universal and the childish, beautiful Halloween at Disney is a great combo.
I have a question for you party vets. First, on such a busy night, where is a best place to sit and watch the parade and fireworks (doesn't have to be the same spot) without having to sit down an hour in advance (were trying to make the most of our short time in the park)?
Second, what are some must-do/must-see things? -- keep in mind, we only have passes to the party.
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I would suggest watching the second parade, as the first is typically very busy, with people staking out spots even before 7pm.
The parade route is also considerably less busy in Frontierland, with Main Street U.S.A. being the most busy.
I think Frontierland actually fits the Halloween Parade very well, whereas the Christmas Parade looks much better on Main Street. Arriving in Frontierland for the second parade around 15 minutes before parade time will get you a front row spot.
We have lots of photos, video, guide maps, and schedule here which will help give you an idea of what to expect.
http://www.wdwmagic.com/events/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party.htm
Doug Wintemute
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Thank you! What about the fireworks show. Since there is only 1, we want a strong viewing spot (possibly without the huge crowds in between us and the view).
You want to be on Main Street U.S.A. without question, as the show is really designed to be seen from that angle. Ideally, somewhere close to Casey's Corner.
It will be busy, but not overwhelmingly so. I would plan on being there no later than 15 minutes before Celebrate the Magic, which is at 9:45pm, which then leads almost directly into the firework show at 10pm.