Originally Posted By BeastieGirl Just came back from a quick trip to WDW... I love Mickey's Toontown Fair, but it seems like any time of day other than first thing in the morning is fairly crowded- any other time suggestions? Here's my complete review: <a href="http://www.epinions.com/content_351973904004" target="_blank">http://www.epinions.com/conten t_351973904004</a> -Echo
Originally Posted By TDLFAN You must be the first person I have ever heard of saying they like Toontown Fair, which to me..it is the most horrible part of the MK. But this area is always crowded because of the poor layout and combination of several meet and greet areas, where the lines can be extremely slow and tedious. My suggestion is to do it early in the morning or very late in the day. I skip it altogether.
Originally Posted By Chelledun I was amazed how much nicer the DL version was - it felt much more like a "land" with all the buildings in the background. Neither is of much interest to me personally since I never travel with kids, but I can see how it would be appealing for little ones.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Disneyland and TDL have much better versions by far. I have kids, and I will take them to DL's, but I will never step foot in the MK's version.
Originally Posted By mrkthompsn DL seemed to make a more intelligent use of their available space by taking advantage of what was on the other side of the railroad tracks. WDW just kind of jammed it whereever they could cram it in a nook between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland.
Originally Posted By BeastieGirl I haven't been to DL ToonTown for years, because it always seemed so crowded and overrun with wild kids! I remember going through a painfully slow line to get through Mickey's House and vowed I would never return... But, now that we bring our 3 year old, perhaps I would like it better now, since we seem to enjoy watching her enjoy herself at TT Fair...
Originally Posted By sun-n-fun Even when our boys were younger, it was such a chore to get through. Thanksfully they'd rather ride the mountains and we know stay cleat of the fair. That said, I'm glad there are people enjoying it since that is what it is there for.
Originally Posted By DisneyCM6 ==> You must be the first person I have ever heard of saying they like Toontown Fair, which to me..it is the most horrible part of the MK. ==> I skip it altogether. What a gift to be able to zero in to the thing that's wrong about another's parade, and make sure they know it. "Isn't the sunrise beautiful today?" "Yeah, but wait until this afternoon when it gets hot and humid. Then you'll know how wrong you are."
Originally Posted By iamadisneyfan77 Now you've met 2, "TDLFAN," because I enjoy Toontown Fair as well! Any other "idiots" want to come out of the woodwork?
Originally Posted By u k fan While I'm no fan of the fact that this land is not very family friendly (child orientated - not family orientated) a run through Donald's Boat followed by a frozen lemonade is a great way to cool down on a hot afternoon. I also like the shop!!!
Originally Posted By NikkiLOVESMickey I didn't know there was a shop in ToonTown - I'm not surprised, though. Where is it?
Originally Posted By FerretAfros I really don't like the look of the land in general. While I have no problem with the concept behind it (I really like the TDL and DL versions), the execution isn't too hot. The giant tents look really cheap, and not too much like tents. I think they would have been better off using real tents, as it would have been cheaper and more realistic, if they didn't want to spend the money to make a real building look like a tent. The layout is also pretty bad, since it seems like you're walking through a mall. It must be something with the spacing of the different things and the lack of trees on the perimeter, but it also seems like the whole are is very disconnected. While I have no problem with the concept, the execution (recycled from Mickey's Birthdayland and Starland) just isn't very good.
Originally Posted By brerroadrunner There is a large shop in the big tent next to the litle houses. I have found in past years that visiting Toon Town in the late evening hours was the least crowded. My kids are past this age group, but we like to wander over there and get pictures with the characters. Late at night there is hardly a line and you just about get to see every one. I would recomend it for character pictures during the last hour of the day. Also riding Goofy's barnstormer is easier at this time. It can really be a hassle during the peak afternoon hours with all the strollers and little ones running everywhere. I think this area is very cute and designed well for toddlers, etc.
Originally Posted By brotherdave Although I'm not a huge fan of this part of the park, I do like some segments of it. Mickey's and Minnie's Houses are fun diversions, especially with kids in tow. And Goofy's Barnstormer is a fun beginner coaster for kids. I like the theming of the barn and the 'cutout' Goofy in his plane that the coaster rolls through. What would make this part a whole lot better is if the Imagineers were to expand it into a full blown Toontown like DL and TDL, complete with a Roger Rabbit style dark ride (not necessarily Roger, imagine a driving lesson with Goofy or some similar concept!). Unfortunately, as it is, this 'land' only feels about 1/3 complete to me.
