2016 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tickets are now on sale!
Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party include:
November 10 and 13: $86 plus tax (ages 10+), $81 plus tax (ages 3-9)
November 7, 8, 11, 15, and December 1: $91 plus tax (ages 10+), $86 plus tax (ages 3-9)
November 18, 27, 29, December 2, 4, 6, 8, 11, and 13: $92 plus tax (ages 10+), $87 plus tax (ages 3-9)
December 9 and 15: $96 plus tax (ages 10+), $91 plus tax (ages 3-9)
December 16, 18, and 22: $99 plus tax (ages 10+), $94 plus tax (ages 3-9)
The party is held at Magic Kingdom from 7pm to 12am.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a festive and heart warming experience for the entire family. There is a special holiday parade, entertaining shows, spectacular fireworks, hot chocolate and cookies, character dance parties and even snow on Main Street! My family and I had such a wonderful time when we attended the party and it definitely put us in the holiday spirit! You’ll want to purchase your tickets as soon as possible if you plan to attend, because they do sell out. Please click here to purchase now!
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2016 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party tickets are now on sale!
Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party include:
September 2, 8, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, and 25: $72 plus tax (ages 10+), $67 plus tax (ages 3-9)
September 29 and 30: $79 plus tax (ages 10+), $74 plus tax (ages 3-9)
September 23: $85 plus tax (ages 10+), $80 plus tax (ages 3-9)
October 2 and 6 $86 plus tax (ages 10+), $81 plus tax (ages 3-9)
October 4, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, and 27: $91 plus tax (ages 10+), $86 plus tax (ages 3-9)
October 7, 14, 21, 28, and 30: $95 plus tax (ages 10+), $90 plus tax (ages 3-9)
October 31: $105 plus tax (ages 10+), $100 plus tax (ages 3-9)
The party is held at Magic Kingdom from 7pm to 12am.
I have been to this party several times and I would highly recommend it. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is a lively and light-hearted experience and it is truly a family friendly event. There are special parades, exciting dance parties, stunning fireworks, and tons of trick-or-treating stations filled with candy for everyone! Adults and children alike really get into the spirit of the event by dressing in costume, trick-or-treating, and dancing the night away with all of the characters. You’ll want to purchase your tickets as soon as possible if you plan to attend, because they do sell out. Please click here to purchase now!
This year Disney has revised its costume policy (from the official website):
While we encourage creativity, we also value safety and good judgement. Please take a moment to read over our latest rules and regulations:
General:
Disney reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other Guests.
All Guests may dress as their favorite character, but may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests.
Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another Guest.
Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from, unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards.
For Guests ages 13 and under:
Costumes and some masks may be worn, as long as the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible.
For Guests ages 14 and older:
Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening.
Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (e.g. full-length Princess dresses)
Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist.
Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts, and hats are acceptable.
Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords, and tutus. Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.
May not wear masks of any kind.
Here’s a little video from the party to get you in the spirit!
Have you been to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party? What did you think?
Please leave a comment; we would love to hear from you!
Last Friday night, my boys and I decided it was time to hit the movies again. This time, we ventured out to the theatre to see the newest Disney Marvel release, “Captain America: Civil War”. Once again, we all really enjoyed the same film which doesn’t happen often for us…three resounding thumbs up! Read on for all of the details and don’t worry, there are no spoilers in this review.
The Story
Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” finds Steve Rogers leading the newly formed team of Avengers in their continued efforts to safeguard humanity. But after another incident involving the Avengers results in collateral damage, political pressure mounts to install a system of accountability, headed by a governing body to oversee and direct the team. The new status quo fractures the Avengers, resulting in two camps—one led by Steve Rogers and his desire for the Avengers to remain free to defend humanity without government interference, and the other following Tony Stark’s surprising decision to support government oversight and accountability.
Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” stars Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Don Cheadle, Jeremy Renner, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Emily VanCamp, Frank Grillo and Martin Freeman, with William Hurt and Daniel Brühl. Anthony & Joe Russo are directing with Kevin Feige producing. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Patricia Whitcher, Nate Moore and Stan Lee are the executive producers. The screenplay is by Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely. Get ready to pick a side and join the nonstop action playing out on two fronts.
Our Review
Overall my boys and I truly enjoyed this film. I give it a B, my teenager gives it a B+, and my youngest son gives it an A-.
For my boys (ages 13 and 10), it was all about story and action. They both agreed the plot was interesting and that the fight scenes delivered without being overly violent; just your standard comic book fighting. In fact, some parts were filmed in a way that made it appear choppy giving it even more of a comic book feel. My teenager liked that the story was different and that some of the twists were completely unexpected. My youngest was also impressed with the new superheroes that joined the cast, in particular the Black Panther whose performance was remarkable.
If you’ve been following my blog or have heard me on Behind The Magic, you know by now that I’m a complete superhero rookie. To date, I’ve only seen five superhero movies in my life: Avengers, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Ant Man, Deadpool and now Captain America: Civil War. In hindsight, I probably should have watched Captain America: The Winter Soldier prior to seeing this film. I was familiar with most of the characters having seen the Avengers’ movies, plus my Big Bang Theory addiction certainly helped. I even recognized Stan Lee when he made his signature cameo this time, and not just because the entire audience cheered. What I was not familiar with was most of the backstories which made parts of the film a little difficult, but not impossible for me to follow. What I loved about Captain America: Civil War was the depth of characters, the heartfelt emotion, and the complexity of the storyline. There were certainly moments that borderline on the ridiculous which I imagine most superhero films have, but I was able to suspend my disbelief and thoroughly enjoy the movie despite my low expectations.
I would recommend this film for children at least 10 years old based on my experience with my boys, however you may find that the comic book violence could make it difficult for sensitive children of all ages to watch. I’ve included the trailer below and for more details, reviews, ratings and for help determining if it might be right for your family, please check out this link or feel free to ask me a question in the comments section.
Sneak Peek
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Even more food choices are coming our way this year as several new dining options open in Disney Springs. As the Town Center is unveiled look for many exciting locations including The Daily Poutine. Here’s everything you need to know about this new kiosk courtesy of Disney:
The Daily Poutine brings the Canadian classic to Disney Springs with four varieties of toppings on hot, thick-cut French fries—Classic, with beef poutine gravy and Cheddar cheese curds; Latin with fried yucca, black beans, pulled pork and queso fresco; Italian with Bocconcino mozzarella and Bolognese sauce; and French with mushroom cream sauce and Gruyere cheese. Pair them with a draft beer, sangria, lemonade or fountain soda.
Opening on May 15, 2016, The Daily Poutine is located in Town Center at Disney Springs. I plan to check this place out during my next trip, and I’ll be sure to let you know what I thought!
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If only some members of your traveling party will be experiencing Mission: SPACE, those choosing not to ride can still wait inside the Mission: SPACE pavilion. Those guests can walk around the side of the building and enter through the exit doors. While you are waiting for the rest of your group, you can enjoy interactive games, send a postcard from space, and little ones can try out the Space Base indoor playground.
The raven that is seen several times throughout Haunted Mansion was originally going to be the narrator of the attraction.
Walt’s Words
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. ”
Disney World Enthusiast Giveaway
From now through Friday, May 13, 2016 at midnight, please enter daily to win a pair of Green Circuit Board and a pair of Space MagicBand Skins. Just click here and follow the instructions to be entered into the giveaway. Be sure to take advantage of the bonus entries, and please feel free to share with your friends and family!
Behind The Magic Podcast
Be sure to catch up on this week’s episodes when Zeek, Rachel, Jerry, and I discuss Disney news, rumors, and so much more.
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Jennifer Hardy, from Destinations in Florida, and I have teamed up to create a brand new Facebook Group called Next Disney Vacation! It is the perfect place to talk about your next Disney vacation, voice your opinions, ask your questions, get them answered, and share the magic. Whether it’s Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World, or the Disney Cruise Line, Jennifer and I are ready to help. Everyday you’ll find posts, photos, trivia, tips, and more that we find all throughout the Disney Universe. If you’re counting the days until your next Disney vacation or just dreaming of one, we would love to have you join in the fun and conversation! Please click here to be a part of our group!
Coming Up Next Week
Next week I’ll have some dining and planning information plus all of the latest Disney World news!
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