Mickey's Halloween Party questions

Originally Posted By monorailblue

Ah, that. Turns out, I didn't realize that MHP tix include parking for no upcharge--so I drove in. I made it from my room to the main gate in about 15 minutes. :O)

 

Originally Posted By monorailblue

For anyone wondering, the official MHP page at disneyland.disney.go.com has been updated to reflect the no-costumes-if-you-are-over-14 policy.

I'm glad I made it my one and only time when I could dress to the 9's. Or, in my case, in a replica 1990s "it's a small world" Attractions Host costume complete with jacket and hat (until the hat escaped from me on Splash Mountain), and accessorized with a 1994 40th anniversary merchandise bag from my collection for carrying my candy.

 

Originally Posted By monorailblue

<a target="blank" rel="nofollow" href="http://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/mickeys-halloween-party/">http://disneyland.disney.go.co...n-party/</a>

 

Originally Posted By doombuggy

Boy that's going to stop a lot Of adults from going now. And it made it fun just people watching to see the clever costumes people came up with.It officially would now just be cheaper to go buy bags of name-brand candy Stand out in the Esplanade watch the fireworks go home

 

Originally Posted By FerretAfros

I suspect they'll see a big drop off in ticket sales if/when this becomes widely known. Wearing costumes was a big selling point, and really added to the overall atmosphere of the event

Disney announced the new costume guidelines (which were essentially the same as the old ones, but moving the age up from 10 to 14) just a couple days before the WDW Marathon Weekend, which also draws a lot of guests in costumes. They provided revised costume rules for runners that seem to clear up any security/runner safety issues (some had gotten completely out of hand) while also allowing costumes to continue:
<a target="blank" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rundisney.com/blog/articles/new-rundisney-costume-and-safety-guidelines-01-04-16/">http://www.rundisney.com/blog/...1-04-16/</a>

They are obviously open to a lot of interpretation (no layered clothing like robes but what about sweatshirts, no weapons but lightsabers are okay, etc) and had some social media-documented incidents (including prohibiting a veteran from running with a US flag on a pole, and stopping a firefighter from running in her gear), but it seemed to generally be a good middle ground

 

With the new software - that is functional - how about posts that actually relate to the original topic and are informative:

"revised ... costuming guidelines for special events in our theme parks"

"While costumed attire may be worn, guests ages 14 and older are strongly discouraged from wearing layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body as they may be subject to additional security screening. Additionally, costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon."

 

It's good that you are always here to help us! Phew!

Of course, the current-right-now-actually-current-for-real! DLR page for Mickey's Halloween Party indicates that "Guests under the age of 14 may dress in their favorite Halloween costume and must follow at least these guidelines." There is no information suggesting Guests age 14 or older may wear costumes.

Click on "Costume Guidelines" here: Mickey's Halloween Party

So, I suppose it isn't such a grave offense to repeat what Disneyland actually says on its actual Mickey's Halloween Party page. If that conflicts with other information, I suppose that is Disneyland's fault--not some grave error constituting information not actually related to the original topic and uninformative.

 

What?! They need to clear this up soon, cause it'll definitely impact whether we go this year! I have gone to the Halloween Party every year since they started and have dressed up every year as well! It's definitely would not be as fun if I couldn't dress up!

But if these new rules are the case, I can see why... Last year was AWFUL for enforcement... We were there for 4 days (including the party night) and people were wearing costumes into the park on non-party days! Kids, teens, adults, and everything in between! I wanted to go grab my costume and try and come in, just to see if they would (My costume is one that gets a warning from security about no pictures or autographs)... If this year is 14 and under, it's just an over correction from last year... All the other years have been fine, but for some reason last year was real bad...

 

It may be that the more expansive 'special event' rules actually apply--they just didn't post them in full on the website. I'd just contact them by email at Disneyland.com and see what they'll tell you.

 

I hope so... Fingers crossed and awaiting your intel!

 

I was there last year and I was kinda shocked at how less family oriented/Disney the costumes had changed to far more racy. I'm no prude but I was baffled how some of the costumes were allowed.

 

Because there was no screening involved! They don't want to cause a scene and turn people away...

And if you have ever been to a ComiCon of any sorts, there are a ton of non-family friendly costumes there as well... Not to say that makes it right that they are allowed into DL, but where is that line drawn in the sand, you know? Right now, you have Disney-bounding outfits that can go into the parks, but what if your Alice in Wonderland Disney-bounding outfit happens to look really close to her actual costume? And if that is let in, why not Jane from Tarzan? And then the Princesses, and then... It's a slippery slope... And what happens when the costume is really good? Most costumes I have seen during the party are pretty "normal" (store bought or hand made), but there are the small percentage that actually have really good costumes and I guarantee they would be turned away on a normal day when other costumes are "allowed" in, but why should they? I *know* why, but it's still unfair (just cause *my* costume is good, *I* have to follow the rules, but Joe Schmoe with his store bought costume can go in)...

No matter when it happens, they will have to enforce the rules at some point (cause it's getting out of hand) and it's going to piss people off... They hadn't really had any problems with people coming in costume on non-party days till last year (even though the Halloween Party has been going for like 10 years now), but if they would have just enforced their own rules from the beginning (like they were for the first few years), everything would be fine! Instead, we're possibly going to lose the *one* thing that the Halloween party is good for! Who else is going to pay $60-$80 to come in for a half a day for *slightly* smaller crowds and some candy? Not me, if I can't dress up! And I am sure a LOT of others feel that way too!

 

I too was surprised that some of the adult costumes were of the "naughty princess" variety. These are costumes I would expect at Universal and Knott's, but certainly not at a Disney park (Jessica Rabbit notwithstanding). Like Lisann, I don't feel like a prude but c'mon folks. It's Mickey's Halloween Party, not Hef's Halloween Party.

 

Totally agree with you. Although I *might* pay that much for an unlimited supply of those dang little freeze dried apple slices. Addicting as anything! ; )

 

You should see those people on a normal day at the park. It makes me wonder if they looked in a mirror before leaving the house.

Free agency - you got to love it!

 

Well, the whole dress code thing @ DL on even normal days has gone way too relaxed for my tastes.

 

It took me a minute or two to realize that gonnafailyou is supposed to be a play on monorailblue. At least, I think it is.

If you're planning to attend MHP, it never hurts to consider Disney's actual written guidelines. As noted, the MHP page may be incomplete; however, it is worth considering that adults planning to dress up may want to avoid anything too lavish or extravagant. It will be good to get reports from this year's events to see what policy or policies are enforced.

 

LOL
It is really that clueless about what an ignore list is.
Here's the last post I saw before adding this one:
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Today at 8:35 AM

 

Now, back to sanity

Adults will be allowed to wear costumes at MHP this year.
Given the addition of metal detectors and more careful scrutiny at bag check,
it's quite likely that getting into the esplanade for parties this year will take more time.
Plan accordingly.

 

What about adults who only act as through they're 14?