Originally Posted By DisneyfanUK Hi Just booked a room for 13- 20 sep at TDR really excited, but see from the website that Jubillation isn't running and no mention of dreamlights either. Last time we went their was a princess promotion on and they had a seperate parade and the normal one + dreamlights....is there only to be a halloween one, I see last year they had them all. We are taking friends and we have gone on about how fab TDR entertainment is, and it looks like we may just get a halloween parade, can anyone confirm any of this, or could everything still change ?? Many thanks Mike
Originally Posted By Malin During Halloween the main day parade is taken out of the schedule, but Dreamlights should still continue. Last year because of the 25th Anniversary the Resort decided to keep Jubilation going during Halloween but that was down to the Parade being a big part of the Anniversary celebrations. But fear not Halloween is a great time to visit, although expect crowds. The Halloween Parade which takes on a new theme every year is a lot of fun and is usually presented in a day and night version. Also Tokyo DisneySea is also getting in on the action this year and will also be presenting its own Halloween event. Unfortunately you will miss Jubilation, but I still think Halloween is a great time to visit for unique TDR entertainment. And if your that desperate for your friends to see Jubilation, just get them to visit DCA on a Weekend, where a lot of the Pixar floats are copied, but with a better soundtrack.
Originally Posted By DisneyfanUK Thanks Malin After some thought and a look, we have changed our dates to 07sep -16sep this means we get to see both jubillation, then some of tokyo then the halloween parade/festives at the end. yes it means buying 2 2day tickets which is more expensive, but we think it's worth it........take a note WDW !! lol Haven't been for 2 years so really looking forward to it, will halloween be crowed fron the 1st day ?? we are planning on visiting the parks only medweek. Mike
Originally Posted By Malin The Halloween Event can really bring in the crowds, including Weekdays. You will be fine for crowds at the start of your trip as the Resort will be in a quiet period between Summer and Halloween, but once the Halloween event starts expect big crowds at Tokyo Disneyland, especially at the start when all the Annual Passholders will flock to the park to check out the new parade, and to buy all the latest merchandise. Tokyo DisneySea is from my experience during this time usually more manageable, but the park will also be staging for the first time its very own Halloween event, which may peak interest. But you should be able to still get a lot done if you stick to the typical survival tips. Pre purchase your tickets in advance and arrive at the park gates up to an hour before opening. Upon entering the park your best getting a FastPass straight away and heading for something like Pooh or Splash Mountain. Most people visiting the park will have intentions to visit either the new Monsters Inc attraction, the Haunted Mansion or the Halloween parade. So getting a FastPass for the Haunted Mansion should be a priority, as will be finding a spot for the parade, up to an hour before start time. Regarding Monsters my advice is to check it out during the day that your visiting pre Halloween, when the crowds should be a bit lighter. Head to the attraction first thing and don't bother with FastPass, but head to the stand by line instead. It may be all the way over by Space Mountain, but the queue will move quite quickly, as FastPass will not be slowing things down yet.
Originally Posted By leemac <<Haven't been for 2 years so really looking forward to it, will halloween be crowed fron the 1st day ?? >> Usually VERY busy - I'd avoid it if you can unless you want to spend all day waiting for the best spot for the parades. Most guests will be camped out from park opening until the final mini-parade in the afternoon.
Originally Posted By Mr X For some reason, the Halloween crowds have seemed to be some of the MOST insane (even more than Christmastime or summer), but perhaps that's just the way the crowds flowed when I was there or something. I recall many days where the lines for Thunder and Splash got so long that they ran into each other (we're not talking 2 rides right next to each other either!), and lots of street shows were cancelled because of crowd management issues..something I do not recall happening during other busy times (or not much, anyway).
Originally Posted By Malin My trips during Halloween have always happened the second week into the Celebrations and the crowds at Tokyo Disneyland have always been huge. Even the gift shops during these times have been an absolute nightmare to navigate around. But still if your able to handle monster crowds than TDL during Halloween can be one of the most rewarding times of the year to visit. Fun parade usually performed three times a day, including alternative night time shows using same floats but differnt theme. Haunted Mansion featuring Jack Skelington, only second Disney park to host this unique overlay. Cast Members handing out free sweets to the Guest, although I think this was cut back last year. Lots of decorations to wow at and even exclusive food and merchandise options. Regarding the first day of the Event, not only will it be crowded with the hardcore fanatics, but also bare in mind the last couple of years the opening day has been a wash out with rain canceling most of the Halloween parades for the day. Also I never mention it before but I don't think you should change your dates around Jubilation. The general feedback for the parade is mix. Its not a huge suscess, and its likely to be with us for another four years.
Originally Posted By DisneyfanUK Thanks everyone for your great advice, last couple of times we went it's been busy so, guess we will manage ! lol Having been to all the parks before, we haev done lots of the rides,including jack skellington overlay at DL, so it's nice to catch the new stuff and take our time, were not like people who have to get on every ride, but havin seen pics really looking forward to the halloween decorations and details. thanks again
Originally Posted By Mr X I believe fastpass is available for the Holiday Mansion if you want to take advantage of that. I'm sure you'll have a good time, TDL is lots of fun at Halloween time (and I'm sure TDS will be cool too...I'm shocked they didn't think of that years ago!).
Originally Posted By Mr X ***yes it means buying 2 2day tickets which is more expensive, but we think it's worth it.*** I think that's a smart plan. It's unfortunate that the TDR multiday passports are so very inflexible. It would surely prevent me from EVER buying one...all I can think is, what if someone gets ill for a day or a terrible storm comes around? Then you've simply WASTED your ticket purchase since it's "use it or lose it" with consecutive days required no less! Not to mention that, as fun as TDR is, it's nice to take a break and spread things out and enjoy a day in Tokyo somewhere in there instead of four days in a row. If they'd even made it "seven days from first admission" I would think it far more reasonable.
Originally Posted By gurgitoy2 I hear that Tokyo DisneySea is getting in on the Halloween act this year too with a masquerade theme. Sounds interesting!
Originally Posted By The Goddess Mara FastPass is open at the Haunted Mansion all year round except on the slowest days. I always go for the Halloween season at the Tokyo Disney Resort. Absolutely a great time. It can be a little crowded, but it's certainly not the worst time of year to go (and I've gone every year for the past five). Be a smart park-goer and you'll do fine. Be online at the gate 30 to 45 minutes before opening and get your "wish-list" of high-interest rides straight before you enter: 1. Monsters Inc. Ride it immediately. 2. Pooh's Hunny Hunt. Ride it immediately. 3. Get a FastPass for Splash Mountain or Haunted Mansion Holiday Nightmare, then continue on and ride Big Thunder Mountain. 4. Etc. Eventually, even using FastPass properly, the crowd will overwhelm any plan by about 1 or 2 pm. That's when you do The Tiki Room, Country Bears, and wait on the 30 minute lines for Jungle Cruise, Western River Railroad. There is never a line for Star Tours or Honey I Shrunk Your Mama, either. If you love Space Mountain or Buzz Lightyear, adjust the schedule accordingly. Buzz has particularly long lines, but seems to be almost identical to the version in California. Do Pirates in the evening when the line dissipates. These plans always work for me.
