Archive for July 29th, 2009
Not So Scary
I’ve unexpectedly decided on an extra visit to Walt Disney World this fall, and I’m excited because I’ll get the chance to go to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party; one of my favorite special events.
Halloween is such a great time of year because we have all the fun without any of the stress associated with other holidays. Not only has it become a much bigger occasion at home, but Walt Disney World has been expanding the celebration yearly with additional party dates and increasingly elaborate decorations in the Magic Kingdom.
The party starts at 7:00 p.m. and requires a separately-purchased admission ticket rather than the standard park admission. However, party-ticket holders can generally gain admittance to the Magic Kingdom around 4:00 p.m. There’s lots to see and do after 7:00 so plan to have an early dinner in the park or at a nearby resort.
While costumes are absolutely optional, many guests wear them, and some are incredibly elaborate, with many “themed” family groups, lots of princes and princesses both big and little, and an enormous range of amazing, and sometimes questionable, choices in between. Visitors from other countries who may not celebrate the holiday in our uniquely American way, with costumes and trick-or-treating, are especially enthusiastic and a source of much merriment for all the guests. Trick-or-treat bags are handed out to each party-goer and all guests, even adults, are encouraged to visit the candy stations located throughout the park.
There’s a special fireworks extravaganza, Happy HalloWishes, and the wonderful Mickey’s Boo to You Parade which follows the highly-anticipated ride of the Headless Horseman. With spooky lighting and special fog effects, lots of new character costumes, dance parties, face painting, mixing and mingling with the Villains, and numerous opportunities for character meet-and-greets, it’s a not-to-be-missed occasion.
At Whimsical World Travel, we think it’s one of the very best times of the year to visit Walt Disney World, and we’ve developed a special itinerary, Boo to You!, which includes lots of special surprises for an unforgettable Halloween visit.
Tickets are available on the day of the party and for pre-purchase at a reduced price. Weekends and dates closer to October 31st do sell out, so pick up your tickets early if you know your plans and expect to pay a premium for Halloween night.
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
Magic Kingdom
7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on select nights 9/4 to 11/1/09
Adults $55.38 to $68.16
Children ages 3-9 $48.99 to $61.77
Park admission not required
