"Official" Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2017 - Believe in the Magic

[CarlyMur09]

Going to the 12/3 party! There's going to be five of us (all adults) for a 3 night, 4 day trip down to WDW for the weekend. All very last minute, and we're used to longer trips, so it's been a whirlwind of planning and making sure everything's good. Can't wait for the party! The videos we've been watching are only making us more excited!

 

[CMNJ]

I asked 2 more photographers (Main Street and in front of train station) about Christmas magic shots but so far the only one we could get during the day was the mistletoe one

 

[monique5]

I've been asking WDW Facebook Magic Shot and WDW Twitter and I keep getting "Stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog" UGH!!! So sorry everyone! November 23, 2016 is when some were released on DPB.

DPB 2016 Link: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/b...ated-magic-shots-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

I have last years info (DPB) & KtP added to what I had left off -- all on Post #1. I just didn't add photos to Post #1. They've been hard to come by, good images that aren't too large. Also, was hoping for some new ones. Oh, well!

 

[FoxC63]

I have last years info (DPB) & KtP added to what I had left off -- all on Post #1. I just didn't add photos to Post #1. They've been hard to come by, good images that aren't too large. Also, was hoping for some new ones. Oh, well!

I just keep digging I really don't want to post without having confirmation.

 

[AntJulie]

I see yours! BTW, what shows up in my countdown for you? I wonder if everyone sees 65 days or if its only me that sees that!

16 DAYS!

 

[JETSDAD]

Mine's been acting funny for a while. It stopped updating and (at least to my view) was stuck at 65 days when we are there two weeks from tomorrow. However, I still see mine, but don't see any others!

I was seeing 22 days but refreshed and it now shows 15. People will see whatever it showed when they first 'saw' it. If you refresh it should show properly.

 

[monique5]

I liked my Old Countdown Ticker Better.

Looks like http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/timers/ is having trouble, error message.

 

[Pdollar88]

I'm going to MVMCP on 12/1 -- the Pop Warner stuff starts on Dec. 2. I'm mostly concerned about that Saturday at Epcot for those droves of folks, but will the championships have an impact on the Christmas Party?

 

[siskaren]

I'm going to MVMCP on 12/1 -- the Pop Warner stuff starts on Dec. 2. I'm mostly concerned about that Saturday at Epcot for those droves of folks, but will the championships have an impact on the Christmas Party?

I can't imagine a lot of them springing for the almost $100 a person, especially when it runs till midnight, which means getting to bed late the night before.

 

[Nikki G]

Now that our trip to Disney is only 40 days away (yippee!!!) I've started thinking strategy for the party. I have two littles (8 and 5) so I doubt we will make it to midnight, but we are hoping to push it as late as we can. I know that experiencing the parade and fireworks from Main Street and the Hub are the things to do, but we want a different strategy. Are there other good viewing spots for the fireworks? Can you view them well from anywhere, or is it like HEA and there are projections you can only see from the front? I am essentially looking for a somewhat off the beaten path spot on the fringes of the masses to watch the shows and fireworks. One that would allow use easier in and out. Won't be optimal viewing, but good enough that we can at least experience them. We plan to watch the parade from Frontierland and then head to rides as soon as it passes. Any thoughts?

 

[FinnsMom7]

Can't wait for confirmation of the magic shot with Zero outside of HM - i missed that last year and would love to get that in this year. A "non" party question, are the lantern photos still going on? and if so during the party as well?

 

[Pdollar88]

I can't imagine a lot of them springing for the almost $100 a person, especially when it runs till midnight, which means getting to bed late the night before.

Ah yes. That makes sense. Thanks for that!

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Now that our trip to Disney is only 40 days away (yippee!!!) I've started thinking strategy for the party. I have two littles (8 and 5) so I doubt we will make it to midnight, but we are hoping to push it as late as we can. I know that experiencing the parade and fireworks from Main Street and the Hub are the things to do, but we want a different strategy. Are there other good viewing spots for the fireworks? Can you view them well from anywhere, or is it like HEA and there are projections you can only see from the front? I am essentially looking for a somewhat off the beaten path spot on the fringes of the masses to watch the shows and fireworks. One that would allow use easier in and out. Won't be optimal viewing, but good enough that we can at least experience them. We plan to watch the parade from Frontierland and then head to rides as soon as it passes. Any thoughts?

Non-traditional places for the fireworks...

Behind the castle. You'll be able to experience the fireworks going off all around you. Bonus, if you watch in front of Beast's castle some of the fireworks look nice behind the castle and you might be able to find a photopass photographer who is set up and can get fireworks in the background of your picture.

On an attraction. Fireworks are great from Dumbo, sometimes the CMs will even keep the spinners going and let you stay on. SDMT, if you are riding this during the fireworks they go off all around you. If you plan this, I would try to time it so you see the beginning, then you can stay in Fantasyland and watch. Also BTMR, but the 5 year old may be too young for that.

 

[CarolynFH]

Can't wait for confirmation of the magic shot with Zero outside of HM - i missed that last year and would love to get that in this year. A "non" party question, are the lantern photos still going on? and if so during the party as well?

I can confirm the Magic Shot with Zero! DH & I got it last night. There’s even a video version where he materializes from a cloud and then floats/flies in front of us.

 

[FinnsMom7]

I can confirm the Magic Shot with Zero! DH & I got it last night. There’s even a video version where he materializes from a cloud and then floats/flies in front of us.

Oh Yay!!!! Thank you!

 

[indyannamom]

If anyone with food allergy issues happens to check ingredient lists (if available) for the free treats and drinks during the party....it would be amazing if you can snap a quick photo and post!

My oldest DD has some unusual food allergies...but she's a kid and we try as much as possible to let her have what everyone else gets to have.

Yes, there are allergy friendly treats offered, but that doesn't always work for her either. They do usually have those wrapped, so ingredients are right at hand...but she still may not be able to have them.

A simple glance at the ingredient info will give us all the info we need. I'm just a little worried the treat locations won't have the info with them for the regular treats!

 

[jessbee25]

NEW Pluto Holiday Popcorn Bucket!

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$13.50 plus tax with $1.50 length-of-stay refills. The refills are available at popcorn carts all around the parks. On sale now.
Link: http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/new-pluto-holiday-popcorn-bucket-debuts-at-walt-disney-world/

I don't really care for popcorn, but I'm pretty sure I need to add this to my Christmas list!

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

I'm going to MVMCP on 12/1 -- the Pop Warner stuff starts on Dec. 2. I'm mostly concerned about that Saturday at Epcot for those droves of folks, but will the championships have an impact on the Christmas Party?

What "Pop Warner stuff"? I must have totally missed something...

 

[Pdollar88]

What "Pop Warner stuff"? I must have totally missed something...

Nothing parks related -- it's the Pop Warner National Championships (for cheerleading?). I was seeing people talking about crowd levels in relation to it, so I got worried. From what others said, I don't think I need to worry about their impact on the parks -- just at the value resorts.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Nothing parks related -- it's the Pop Warner National Championships (for cheerleading?). I was seeing people talking about crowd levels in relation to it, so I got worried. From what others said, I don't think I need to worry about their impact on the parks -- just at the value resorts.

Whew!!! Thanks!!