Category: Festivals

Review: Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Have you been to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party? Are you wondering if it might be for you?

I attended this Walt Disney World event last year for the first time. I had not been to Walt Disney World in more than 15 years so I had to “relearn” Magic Kingdom.

This party is a good fit for adults who love Disney and Halloween (naturally!) but who also prefer their Halloween to be less about frights and more about traditions, like treat or treating, jack o’lanterns and haunted houses.

Features of this event include a Halloween parade, Hocus Pocus-themed stage show, free candy at more than 15 treat stations, costumed characters and party-exclusive food and merchandise, plus Magic Kingdom rides.

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Trick or Treat Tips: Disney’s Halloween Party

Do you love candy? and  Halloween? If so, go to Disney World’s Halloween Party! In addition to the shows, rides and a parade, there will be trick or treating for all ages throughout the theme park. Here are my tips for having a fun but low-key trick or treating experience during the party.

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The Best FREE Halloween Event at Disney World

To get an idea of how amazing the Halloween displays at Fort Wilderness campgrounds are, watch this video from the Goo to You brothers.

Note: you will also see the Golf Cart parade and the party which is only available to guests at the campsites and cabins, as it happens after the resort closes to non-registered guests on October 26.

Are you planning a Halloween trip to Walt Disney World this year? Make this part of your vacation plan!

Delicious Treats at Disney’s Halloween Party

I really love how creative Disney World is about the food they offer at the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.  Check out the Disney Parks Blog Foodie Guide for a full list of party treats! Here’s what I am looking forward to sampling at the Party…

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What to Pack: Halloween Party at Disney World

  • Download the Google Doc of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party trip planning pages (click “make a copy” to view, print and input your travel details).

Going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Disney World? Plan ahead and save money on trip and party essentials! Here are 13 must-have, packable items  you can buy on Amazon. Continue reading “What to Pack: Halloween Party at Disney World”

10 Tips for Disney World’s Halloween Party

Are you going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party this year? Here are 10 less-than-well-known tips that may save you time, money and aggravation so that you have the best time ever! Oh, and thanks so much for your likes, comments and shares! Now let’s see those tips…

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Sensory Breaks during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

  • Explore ways to avoid crowds at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.
  • Discover how to find the quietest, most sensory-friendly parts of  Magic Kingdom (and avoid the noisiest locations) while still enjoying the party.
  • Find quiet nooks for sensory breaks, rest and recharging.
  • Download Planner Pages for the Party and for the Pages for Quiet Retreats.

Is it even remotely  possible to have a “low key” night at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party…that is anything but?

Come on! This is a fun, but super-crowded, often noisy event at a theme park. Downtime in a quiet space is not on the menu.  Or is it?

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All the Magic Shots Available at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

A fun part of going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is taking lots of  pictures, but have you ever tried Magic Shots? Magic Shots are photos taken by Disney PhotoPass photographers that include Disney-themed images and special effects.

Here’s how it works: the photographer will take your photo — and with Disney Magic, only you and/or your guests will appear in the photo!  After your session, scan your MagicBand to upload the photos to your account, which will typically appear by the next day.  You can then decide which photos you would like to purchase (you do not have to purchase any). Some guests purchase the “Memory Maker”  photo package up front, which allows them to download a certain amount of photos for a fixed fee.

Photo credit: Disney Parks Blog

Want to know exactly where to find the exclusive Magic Shots and Disney PhotoPass Service Photographers? Read on…

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Where to Stay for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Are you planning to go to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Disney World this year? Lucky you! If you live outside of the Orlando area, you’ll probably want to stay at least overnight in a hotel.  Allow me to share my favorites with you. Continue reading “Where to Stay for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party”

Where to See all the Characters at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Are you going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World this year? You’re going to have a wonderful time! A big part of the festivities is seeing lots of Disney characters. At the park entrance, you’ll receive a map and brochure indicating all the characters that will be appearing at the Party — but the brochure and map is not very specific about the details.  No worries — you can see them here!

Free, Printable Cheat Sheet

Take note of which characters you can “view” as opposed to those you can “meet and greet” (take pictures with and get autographs). The characters that only appear outdoors usually do not appear when it is raining. So, you may wish to prioritize seeing characters that appear indoors when it rains.

Keep in mind that you’ll see even more characters in the Boo to You Parade, like Captain Hook, Jafar, Snow White, Rapunzel, Chip and Dale (and more). The eerie Dr. Facilier (The Princess and the Frog) makes a terrific appearance in the Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular!

Photo credit: Disneygo.com

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