Moonlight Magic is BACK!

[Peach026]

There was no time to eat. And I think it was bad timing for Disney to plan an event on ST. PATRICK'S DAY, when the park was especially packed with lots of drunk people wearing green (who didn't really disperse until long after park closing).

Thank you for responding! I’ve never seen crowds like that night anywhere before. It was absolute chaos. It felt good to see someone understanding our perspective

 

[colleen costello]

Thank you for responding! I’ve never seen crowds like that night anywhere before. It was absolute chaos. It felt good to see someone understanding our perspective

You're not crazy! It was INSANE -the first event like this in a long time and very poorly planned. Lines were too long to get FREE food and then nothing was open to pay for food. I refilled a water bottle I brought from my room with swampy water fountain water and was glad to get it. I could not believe the hordes of people in Epcot. We put our masks on OUTDOORS and at one point my husband took a five minute break IN THE MEN'S ROOM because he felt overwhelmed by all the crowds. After 10PM it seemed better because everyone was in a line for food or the stupid buckets. I think people are let down because Disney made it sound so cool. On our way in they gave us the coupons and explained all the ways we could use them... then we got inside Epcot and reality was so different. It was so gorgeous out we had fun anyway just wandering around, but don't go into this without eating FIRST and taking your own water bottle.

 

[4luv2cdisney]

Anybody know if 1 member of your party will be arriving late (CM working at MK - can't get off early), can the member in your party meet them and check them in after the rest of your party has already gotten in the park. I assume hoping they would just give you the extra band is a crapshoot.

Edit: not sure I explained well

Basically, can you check-in with one member of your party missing and then go back and check that person in when they arrive (later).

Thanks

 

[colleen costello]

I asked this at the gate as our friend is a cast member and hoped to join later. They marked down that only 5 of our group of 7 entered and said we wouldn’t even have to come back to the gate later to meet them. He wound up working so late he was too tired to join, so I can’t address it actually working, but in theory they can admit you separately as long as you let them know when you check in.

 

[4luv2cdisney]

I asked this at the gate as our friend is a cast member and hoped to join later. They marked down that only 5 of our group of 7 entered and said we wouldn’t even have to come back to the gate later to meet them. He wound up working so late he was too tired to join, so I can’t address it actually working, but in theory they can admit you separately as long as you let them know when you check in.

Thanks so much for the reply. That is very helpful!

 

[SleeplessInTO]

Anybody know if 1 member of your party will be arriving late (CM working at MK - can't get off early), can the member in your party meet them and check them in after the rest of your party has already gotten in the park. I assume hoping they would just give you the extra band is a crapshoot.

Edit: not sure I explained well

Basically, can you check-in with one member of your party missing and then go back and check that person in when they arrive (later).

Thanks

Yes. I checked in at the main entrance. The rest of my family went to international gateway. No problems at all.

 

[polynor]

we also forgot our water bottles, and before 9 we could somewhat easily get cups of water. After 9 was a different story. It would be nice if they had water stations out or just handed our water.
we were lucky with the timing of festival booths, we hit a lull at sunshine griddle with only two people ahead of us around 730 and then Magnolia800 was also slow. Outside of those times, everything looked slammed. And then right before 9 all the lines are full with people are trying to get in. just so we could use up our voucher on food (saved three for popcorn) we just got a bunch of kebabs at morocco (which were delish)right at 9.

 

[Bonnie1222]

Did anyone else get their survey to fill out today?

 

[jpeterson]

Did anyone else get their survey to fill out today?

I got one yesterday. I was quite eager to fill it out!

 

[4luv2cdisney]

One week to go for the next event.

Should we be getting an email of some sort today?

 

[MISCdisney21]

How likely is it to get in the 2nd registration window?
I’ve looked and no dvc resorts have openings the nights of moonlight magic. Some have openings all around the date except that one date. Figure some reserve just to get their moonlight magic registration but the cancel their room stay.

im new to dvc and would really like to attend an event. Specifically was hoping for June for a birthday, only 2 of us going

 

[nuhusky123]

How likely is it to get in the 2nd registration window?
I’ve looked and no dvc resorts have openings the nights of moonlight magic. Some have openings all around the date except that one date. Figure some reserve just to get their moonlight magic registration but the cancel their room stay.

im new to dvc and would really like to attend an event. Specifically was hoping for June for a birthday, only 2 of us going

If you cancel or change the room reservation the terms do say you lose moonlight too

ive reserved a room for the june and July events for one night each. Will however cancel one once I know which event I get a ticket to as you can only go to one event per park

 

[Prince John Robin Hood]

I've been pretty critical of Disney lately, especially due to lack of AP sales. I didn't find the MM event to be terrible though and we were among the first guests to check in at the entrance. There were obvious shortcomings but the character lines were generally very short to non-existent for rare characters. Hopefully the next MM is better but our family would love to attend at HS or MK in 2023. I'd even take a 2022 August MM at TL or BB if they were added.

 

[Peach026]

I got one yesterday. I was quite eager to fill it out!

I didn’t! What was the subject? I wonder why I didn’t get one hmmmm

 

[harmon54]

Anyone get their email for the 31st party yet? Edit - I just got mine - basically the same with slightly different wording and Tips- use your vouchers before 9pm and if you want to see entertainment - harmonious come before 9pm- also no mention of special merchandise!

 

[Peach026]

Anyone get their email for the 31st party yet? Edit - I just got mine - basically the same with slightly different wording and Tips- use your vouchers before 9pm and if you want to see entertainment - harmonious come before 9pm- also no mention of special merchandise!

Ah interesting! Can you copy/paste? I’d like to see the changed wording!

 

[SM1992]

Ah interesting! Can you copy/paste? I’d like to see the changed wording!

Here you go:

Dear , Because you registered for Disney Vacation Club® Moonlight Magic at EPCOT®, we have some important information to share with you before you get ready to party. Are you ready for a night full of excitement? Enjoy select attractions with shorter-than-usual wait times, Disney Character sightings, reimagined entertainment, complimentary special treats, and delectable delights! Here’s everything you need to know: Event Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022 Event Time: 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Disney Vacation Club Members and Special Guests may enter the Park as early as 6:00 p.m. to get a head start on the fun. Check-In: Members can check-in at the following locations (Event Confirmation email, valid digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and photo ID are required) EPCOT® Main Entrance: Beginning at 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. EPCOT® International Gateway Entrance: Beginning at 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. In Park check-in at the Disney Vacation Club kiosk on World Showcase Bridge from 2:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Please note: For this event check-in is only available at the three locations listed above at EPCOT®. Valid Theme Park admission and Park Reservation are required to enter EPCOT® prior to 6:00 p.m. Important Notice: Due to potential construction at the EPCOT® Main Entrance and International Gateway, please plan for additional travel and check-in time. Food & Beverage: When you check-in, be sure to pick up your complimentary Delectable Delight vouchers which can be used for a variety of sweet and savory snacks at multiple locations throughout the park between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. as well as limited locations during the event. Delectable Delights vouchers cannot be replaced if lost or stolen. Please reference the voucher for other important details. Additional food and beverage offerings will be available for purchase. TIP: For the widest selection make sure you use your voucher before 9:00 p.m. Transportation & Parking: Complimentary parking is available at EPCOT® for Members and Special Guests on the event date beginning at 6:00 p.m. Members must show their digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and event confirmation at the auto plaza to receive complimentary parking. Walt Disney World® Bus service will be available until 2:00 a.m. Disney Skyliner transportation (to Disney’s Riviera Resort and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort only) until 2:00 a.m. For returns to Disney’s Pop Century Resort and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort after 10:00 p.m. please use bus transportation from the EPCOT® Main Entrance. FriendShip Boat service will be available until 1:30 a.m. Walt Disney World® Monorail transportation will be available until 10:00 p.m. TIP: Arrival early to enjoy the fireworks, Harmonious-EPCOT Nighttime Spectacular at 9:00 p.m. As a courtesy to other Members, if you need to cancel your reservation or reduce your party size, please do so at least 48 hours prior to the event by following the link in your original event confirmation email. Doing so help Disney Vacation Club accommodate other Members and their Special Guests interested in attending this reservation-required event. Walk-ins will not be permitted. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be sold. At least one valid digital Disney Vacation Club Membership Card with photo ID will be required for this experience. Member listed on the Membership Card must be in attendance. This is a rain-or-shine event; some experiences may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Event elements and offerings are subject to change without notice. Disney Genie, Disney Genie+ and individual Lightning Lanes are not available for use during Moonlight Magic Events.

 

[jpeterson]

• When you check-in, be sure to pick up your complimentary Delectable Delight vouchers which can be used for a variety of sweet and savory snacks at multiple locations throughout the park between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. as well as limited locations during the event.

That's a better way to word that. Basically use them up before 9:00

 

[iheartglaciers]

For those of you who went to the 3/17 MM, did you check in with your DVC digital card in your apple wallet?

 

[MushuHill]

For those of you who went to the 3/17 MM, did you check in with your DVC digital card in your apple wallet?

When I checked in they asked to see “DVC card or old card will work”
I had my expired blue card behind my ID so I just pulled them out together.
I did use my digital DVC card several times on the trip when shopping and dining.