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Carolinagal 
Mouseketeer
Registered: July 2002
Posts: 390Review Date: Tue April 28, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Wonderful holiday decorations, a magical parade, and snow on Main Street Cons: Not enough places to eat left open
The MMVMCP is one of the premier after-hours at the Magic Kingdom. The park seems transformed in the dimmer lights as the smaller crowds allow you to enjoy the holiday decorations. You are able to wander through the park and sample Christmas cookies and hot cocoa, and enjoy shorter lines on many of the rides.
The higlight of the evening has to be the parade, where the familiar characters are dressed in their holiday finery, and even St. Nick himself makes an appearance! The parade is exciting and full of surprises (check out that gingerbread smell!) and well worth the price of admission.
SamIAm21
Mickey's New Fan
Always happy to try a new brew!
Next time, it's going to be corn for me
Registered: August 2005
Location: South of the Sears Tower
Posts: 3528Review Date: Tue April 28, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Really Stokes Holiday Spirit, Wonderful Parade & Fireworks Cons: Can get crowded.
The magic of the holidays and the Magic Kingdom combine for a really amazing Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. The parade is really festive with all the added Christmas elements. I love the tin soldiers and how they march so perfectly and Goofy's Candy Company floating by on a sugary sweet breeze! And who doesn't love seeing Santa?! The fireworks are spectacular and the new castle lights really amp up the holiday excitement! Then, it snows on Main Street! How can you ask for more?
I will admit, it's pretty good chunk of change for a family to attend this party, but if you were mumbling Bah Humbug before this event, you'll be leaving the park humming Jingle Bells!
kymickeyfan717
Mouseketeer
Registered: February 2004
Location: Louisville, KY
Posts: 515Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): gets you in the holiday spirit Cons: can get crowded
This party is a great way to get into the holiday spirit. The parade is really good. I enjoy the Twas the Night before Christmas show - it's a really great show and a must see during the party. The best part for me is seeing all my favorite characters dressed up in their holiday garb.
cocowum
Registered: March 2004
Location: Upstate New York and AKV
Posts: 6246Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): atmosphere, shows, parade, fireworks Cons: possible high crowds
We have attended MVMCP a few times and have found it to be well worth the money. The Magic Kingdom is all decked out for the holidays. You just can't beat sitting on Main St, while it's snowing, munching on cookies (free) and sipping hot chocolate. The parade is awesome and really gets you in the holiday spirit. The fireworks are spectacular! The only downside is the parties become pretty crowded the closer you get to Christmas.
disneyplanner76
Keep Moving Forward Thanks for the Adventure
Registered: April 2008
Location: Not in Central Florida
Posts: 72Review Date: Wed April 29, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): snow on Main Street Cons: crowded
Very festive atmosphere, we went a few years ago and it was CRAZY crowded; however we've heard since then that Disney has done a better job of limiting tickets per event. But you're already in the most magic place on Earth ad the most magic holiday of them all and you're guaranteed to have a magical memory!
DeVineMom
Love That Disney Magic
Registered: March 2009
Location: Sunny Florida
Posts: 82Review Date: Fri May 1, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 3
Positive aspects of the product (pros): The Snow Cons: The Crowds
I was not impressed with the Christmas Party. It was just so crowded! It didn't seem like much bang for the buck. I did love the snow and the decorations on Main Street! And the Castle was beautiful.
DemoBri1
Surfin' at the Beach Club Villas
Registered: June 2002
Location: SW 'burbs of Chicago
Posts: 1437Review Date: Tue May 5, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): holiday spirit, snow, parade, selection of rides Cons: crowds on Main Street, lack of food choices, pricey
First things first. My primary con to this event are the crowds. This is normally only a problem in the Main Street and castle area around parade and fireworks time. If you are looking to do rides, plan on getting to those rides first, and then setup shop for the fireworks and late parade.
The Christmas Party really gets everyone in the mood. The decorations are great, and Holiday Wishes is spectacular, not to mention the snow on Main Street. The kids really love it, and believe it or not, my youngsters had no problem staying up late. The last couple of visits we have stayed basically until the park closed. You will have fight people for monorail or boat access out, but the monorails are usually running fairly quick at the end, unless a problem has occurred. There are not alot of restaurants or food vendors that are open during the Christmas Party, so make sure you have a dining reservation in the park beforehand, or eat something before you decide to come over to MK for the party.
The price of the Christmas Party is pretty steep, but it does get you 5 hours of after hours access to a majority of the rides in MK and a great parade and fireworks show. Not to mention the other side events that take place only during the Christmas Party, such as the stage show at the Theater next to Buzz Lightyear.
If you are coming down for the holidays, I'd recommend that you take the plunge and purchase tickets for the party. Definitely try to stay away from Fridays and Saturdays as those dates tend to have the largest crowds. Try to plan attending early on in your vacation, so if you get rained out you will have the chance to redeem your tickets for a party later on in your stay.
TravelingMatt
Earning My Ears
Registered: April 2009
Posts: 38Review Date: Wed May 6, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Great value. Cookies and Hot Chocolate. Low crowds. Cons:
We went during the first week of December and it was great. Not very crowded, lots to do. Not sure where they will put the Christmas show now that the Tomorrowland Theater is being demolished. Plan your night so that you can see everything (many things run simultaniously). The decorations are excellent. A great time to enjoy the park.
WaltD4Me
PS...I tried asking for water cups once
I am actually a princess
Registered: April 2003
Location: N.E. Ohio
Posts: 9672Review Date: Mon May 11, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Cons:
The parade and Wishes are wonderful, but I was a bit disappointed when we went. It was VERY crowded, much more crowded than I expected. Long lines for cocoa and pictures, could not get a seat for the show in Tomorrowland, ride lines were short, but the extra party stuff was crowded.
I'm glad we went, the parade and Wishes definitely made it worth it, but I really doubt I would do this party again.
Love2663
Mouseketeer
Registered: May 2009
Posts: 109Review Date: Tue May 19, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 8
Positive aspects of the product (pros): numerous special holiday shows, parades & fireworks Cons: becoming quite costly
A wonderful way to enjoy the holidays. Particularly beneficial if you enjoy the special shows, parades, & fireworks. If attending primarily to enjoy the attractions, there are more cost-effective ways to do so.
disneyfan19712006
Always Planning the Next Disney Trip
Registered: May 2006
Location: Garland, TX
Posts: 1041Review Date: Fri May 22, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Very Merry holiday decorations, Excellent family experience Cons: Weather is not dependable that time of year
I have been several times. Once it was 30 degrees at night, another 65. but the temperature only causes and inconvenience. We have also been there and it poured we got wet then ducked into the nearest store and purchased party T shirts then back to the fun. Hot chocolate regular and sugar free was given out this last year. They also had apple juice. There were sugar cookies also apple slices were availble. something for everyone. The Holiday Wishes fireworks topped off a night of shows along with select attractions. The castle of lights lit up the whole park.
bsusanmb
DIS Veteran
Registered: July 2004
Location: Near Hershey PA
Posts: 2039Review Date: Sun May 24, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9
Positive aspects of the product (pros): shows, parade Cons: cost, no more free photos
It just isn't Christmas in WDW if I don't go to this event...even though it is the same year after year, I love it. I am so disappointed that there are no more photos. We had one for every year and it was so neat to see each year how we changed and remind of us the fun we had.
Depending on when you go, you can see the same shows and the Christmas parade without going to this extra costly event
tn4mickey
Mouseketeer
Registered: August 2002
Location: Greenville, SC
Posts: 441Review Date: Sun July 12, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Shows, music, Holiday atmosphere Cons: price
The castle ice lights are worth the price! The shows, music, snowing on Main Street, cookies and hot chocolate all set the mood for Christmas. Fun show at Diamond Horseshoe. Park looks awesome decked out in it's Holiday best!
missminniemouse
DIS Veteran
Registered: September 2004
Location: Wisconsin
Posts: 890Review Date: Mon July 20, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): holiday shows Cons: crowds
The special holiday shows at this event are what make it extra special. In past years, my family used this party as extra time to ride attractions. This past year, I convinced them to see the shows. They loved them and I'm sure we'll be doing them again. This is an event we never miss if we are there at that time of year.
If you have the choice between several party dates, choose one in the middle of the week for the least crowded event.
4woofs
Earning My Ears
Registered: May 2008
Posts: 15Review Date: Mon December 7, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Wondful time, great experince Cons: none
This is something not to be missed by young and old. I agree with many other reviews the parade is fantasic. What we really enjoyed is the feeling of "old Disney"-you know back what seems so long ago when you saw the charaters just walking around the theme park enjoy the guest and the guest enjoying them? Yes that what we experinced a lot. Goofy dancing on stage and then down with the kids and crowd at the cafe. Chip and Dale even joined in. The Queen and a few others from Alice in Wonderland where having there own fun with some guest as well. The fireworks seem more magical and the hot choclate and cookies are yummy. We just got back from the 12/1/09 Christmas Party. It was worth every penny.
Just have your kids nap that day before you head out so you and them and everyone around can really enjoy this magical evening.
curias
Earning My Ears
Registered: December 2009
Posts: 9Review Date: Mon December 14, 2009 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: $150.00 | Rating: 6
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Special parades, fireworks, parties Cons: crowded
My family of 3 attended the December 6th party. We were looking forward to it since I had read how you can walk on to rides with little wait and that the Characters are out wearing their Holiday attire. Plus the parties. Well, it was so crowded!!! It took 1 hour to meet Belle - and we only met her because we got in line when Snow White was there and they switched while we were waiting. It was 45 minutes for Peter Pan. We gave up on any other Characters.
We did see the Parade which was great. As well as the Fireworks. My daughter loved the Dance Party at Ariel's Grotto. That was the only show we got to.
If I was to go again, I would skip the rides and Characters and only do the shows. We were very disappointed.
janetjune27
Earning My Ears
Registered: February 2009
Location: fla
Posts: 7Review Date: Mon January 4, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: $104.00 | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): fireworks,long parade,lasts till midnite Cons: no marching bands
we had a great time. arrived at 4 it was 85 dgs overly warm. watchin the snow fall on main st in the heat,it was very crowded
bonus surprise at firework show-tinkerbell flew out of the top of the castle toward main st. what fun
I hope we can go next season, cant wait!
Joolish1313
DIS Veteran
Registered: August 2007
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 815Review Date: Sat February 13, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 6
Positive aspects of the product (pros): It was just all right Cons:
It was all right. We have been to the MNSSHP and would recommend going to that over this. Halloween lends itself better to Disney World than the winter holidays. The decorations are already up so really there isn't much added for this event. For the Halloween Party, a lot of decorations go up and it is a whole new experience in the park.
disneygirlmass
Mouseketeer
Registered: December 2005
Posts: 252Review Date: Wed September 1, 2010 Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10
Positive aspects of the product (pros): Cons:
this is a must do, disney does an amazing job with decorating for the holidays and putting on holiday shows..and you can see snow while walking down main street!
stewoo
Earning My Ears
Registered: July 2012
Location: Massachusetts
Posts: 8Review Date: Tue December 4, 2012 Would you recommend the product? No | Price you paid?: $268.00 | Rating: 7
Positive aspects of the product (pros): shorter lines, lots of characters, free cocoa and cookies, snow on main street Cons: expensive, not that special
This is a review for four adults at this years MVMCP.
I think that we mostly thought it would be a good idea to do this because of the limited amount of people that were to be allowed into the park. I didn't really see a huge difference in the amount of people in the park from before the party to during the party. I don't know if people just didn't leave the park when the party started or what but during the first 3 hours of the party the park was still really crowded.
The first thing I would definitely NOT recommend people to do which is something we did is to schedule a table service meal at 7pm at the Liberty Tree Tavern. The meal and service was mediocre and it wasted an hour and a half of our party time.
Another qualm I had was that the park is decorated at all times - beautifully as it is - and the only addition to this is the snow on Main Street. Is the snow worth 60 bucks per person? I'm not really sure.
We are also not big show people so we didn't partake in the different shows going on around the park. From what we saw the parade was really cool and I would recommend it if you're into that sort of thing.
One major good thing I could see for families is the abundance of characters spread out around the park. The four of us got our picture taken with all seven dwarfs and I think that helped salvage the night for us.
The lines for the rides are pretty comparable to late night extra magic hours during the off season. As in there were no lines whatsoever for SM, BTMRR, POTC, and one of our favorites the Haunted Mansion. Everything else had short to moderate wait times so that was a huge plus, but again if you stay on property the same lines occur during night time EMH during off peak times.
The special Holiday Wishes were pretty cool - but I'm more partial to the sentimental message of the regular Wishes show so again it wasn't a huge selling point for us. The Celebrate the Magic projection show is amazing but can also be seen during the regular non-party nights.
One other thing that kind of irked me is that not one CM asked to see our wrist bands. We were all wearing sweatshirts that were obstructing our wristbands but no one asked to confirm that we actually had them, which leads me to believe it would be somewhat easy to infiltrate the event without paying for it.
Overall, it was a good night. I'm not sure if it is worth the price, and if you're attending in the less crowded weeks leading up to Christmas, it may not be worth paying if you're looking to experience smaller crowds and shorter ride times. If you are looking for more magical times with characters, if you love cookies and hot chocolate, and if you like parades and special fireworks performances you would probably love the party.
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