"Official" 2018 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party - A Spooktacular Celebration!

[CvilleDiane]

I asked Guest Services if that was actually the space mountain overlay last night or if it was broken, as I've seen reports of both. I won't ride in the dark with DD7 when we go next month, so wanted to know for sure. FWIW MK guest services CM confirmed it was supposed to be dark. I'll keep an eye on reports from future parties because it's just one CM.

 

[BravePrincessMerida]

I asked Guest Services if that was actually the space mountain overlay last night or if it was broken, as I've seen reports of both. I won't ride in the dark with DD7 when we go next month, so wanted to know for sure. FWIW MK guest services CM confirmed it was supposed to be dark. I'll keep an eye on reports from future parties because it's just one CM.

I just saw a picture of the ride overlay description outside of SM last night and it does state “in the dark.” It appears as if the darkness was intended and not a malfunction.

 

[rteetz]

I asked Guest Services if that was actually the space mountain overlay last night or if it was broken, as I've seen reports of both. I won't ride in the dark with DD7 when we go next month, so wanted to know for sure. FWIW MK guest services CM confirmed it was supposed to be dark. I'll keep an eye on reports from future parties because it's just one CM.

Yes it is supposed to be dark as its "deep space". The music is really the biggest add. They could have done much better with this so called overlay.

 

[CvilleDiane]

Yes it is supposed to be dark as its "deep space". The music is really the biggest add. They could have done much better with this so called overlay.

I agree. I can't stay mad at the overlays though. Sure, I wouldn't wait in line for them twice, but I only scheduled this 1st party with DD10 because she loves Space Mtn and wanted to try the overlay. Extra Mom-daughter trip is a win in my book!!

 

[HollyMD]

I’m a little confused with everyone taking about space Mountain being completely dark. Was it not anyway? My family went 3 times in 2016 and every time we went and rode SM, it was dark. How is it any different right now other than the music?

 

[Pdollar88]

Yes it is supposed to be dark as its "deep space". The music is really the biggest add. They could have done much better with this so called overlay.

I was hoping the SM overlay would be much more robust, like Ghost Galaxy lite. I’m thinking I’ll still do SM (I like it when it’s very dark), and the teacups. I’m on the fence about Pirates.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Yes it is supposed to be dark as its "deep space". The music is really the biggest add. They could have done much better with this so called overlay.

Amazing!

"Hey, we haven't changed much at MNSSHP for quite awhile - let's do a SM overlay! They love it at DL."
"Sounds great! We can market that and get a lot of people back that stopped with the parties when we increased the price but added nothing."
"Hey, I got it! Let's pipe in some new music to our cheesy speakers we clamped onto the coaster frame work. And then turn out the lights!"
"Sounds great! New marketing, more guests, save money on electricity!"
"Done! Awesome ideas everyone."

 

[scrappinginontario]

Trick or treat report:

Mickey’s Philharmagic in Fantasyland: inside, get candy at two points in the line

Pinocchio Village Haus in Fantasyland: inside

Cosmic Ray’s in Tomorrowland: inside

Monster’s Inc in Tomorrowland: inside. The first time they gave candy at two points. I went again later by mistake and they gave candy at three points in the line.

Near Carousel of Progress in Tomorrowland: outside

Country Bears in Frontierland: inside

Columbia Harbour House in Liberty Square: inside but if you go prior to fireworks you have to walk through water to get in the door in the back. It seemed to be dryer later.

Next to Pirates in Adventureland: I think it was outside but covered

Next to Jungle Cruise: outside.

I missed one on Main Street and two by Splash Mountain.

Supposedly 14 so I guess I missed 2 others as well.

Sometimes they are marked by a large orange inflated thing, but sometimes just castmembers holding paddles.

I brought a tote bag. The little bag they gave out would not have held my candy.

My count:

43 of chocolate candy (Snickers, 3 Musketeers, Twix, Milky Way, Dove milk chocolate, M&M, Malteasers).

43 non-chocolate candy (Starburst, Skittles, lifesaver Gummies).

thanks so much for this list! Will be attending our first party week after next so have saved your list as a picture for easy reference.

 

[sheila14]

Is there any word on the type of candy being passed out. Is it the same as last year?

 

[Best Aunt]

Is there any word on the type of candy being passed out. Is it the same as last year?

Snickers. 3 Muskateers. Twix. Milky Way. Dove milk chocolate. M&Ms. Malteasers. Starburst. Skittles. Lifesavers Gummies.

 

[DIS_MIKE]

Is there any word on the type of candy being passed out. Is it the same as last year?

All the same offerings as last year under the Mars brand. The gummies are my favorite but they’re also the hardest to get.

 

[Best Aunt]

All the same offerings as last year under the Mars brand. The gummies are my favorite but they’re also the hardest to get.

My take was half chocolate and half non-chocolate.

 

[disxlovee]

Hello! I just saw a report from yesterday that Minnie now meets by herself in Storybook Circus and there is no longer a separate Daisy/Donald line. Any truth to that rumor? Trying to re-strategize appropriately.

 

[SquashBanana]

I’m a little confused with everyone taking about space Mountain being completely dark. Was it not anyway? My family went 3 times in 2016 and every time we went and rode SP, it was dark. How is it any different right now other than the music?

Space Mountain is usually quite dim but not pitch darkness. There is a small amount of light where you can sort of see the track and support beams at certain points in the ride. I want to say there’s some projections of stars and planets on the ceiling as well but it been a while since I’ve ridden so I’m not 100% sure.

 

[BravePrincessMerida]

I’m a little confused with everyone taking about space Mountain being completely dark. Was it not anyway? My family went 3 times in 2016 and every time we went and rode SP, it was dark. How is it any different right now other than the music?

They don’t even have the stars lit with the Halloween layover, it’s literally complete darkness.

 

[Burlingtondw]

I have 3 FP+ booked for 4-6 pm for my party just using party ticket. Anyone have any issues with using FP+ this way?

 

[PrincessMamma4]

Can anyone give details about the Disney Junior dance party? Was it going on all night or only for a certain time?

 

[SquashBanana]

I have 3 FP+ booked for 4-6 pm for my party just using party ticket. Anyone have any issues with using FP+ this way?

If you have FP booked only on your party tickets no one has reported any issues. If you have them booked on other park days and the party you’ll need to keep a close eye on your email because there’s a chance you’ll get the “dreaded email” saying you have more days of FP booked than you have days of valid tickets and lose your last day of FPs.

 

[rteetz]

Space Mountain is usually quite dim but not pitch darkness. There is a small amount of light where you can sort of see the track and support beams at certain points in the ride. I want to say there’s some projections of stars and planets on the ceiling as well but it been a while since I’ve ridden so I’m not 100% sure.

Yes there are some planets and stars usually projected on the ceiling.

 

[Haley R]

They don’t even have the stars lit with the Halloween layover, it’s literally complete darkness.

That sounds awesome to me!