Featured Item

Archive Calendar

March 2024
S M T W T F S
 12
3456789
10111213141516
17181920212223
24252627282930
31  

Past Archives

Buy Now Pay Later

Poll

Walt Disney World
What is your favorite WDW park?

View Results

Loading ... Loading ...

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2014: Overview and Tips to Enjoy the Party at Walt Disney World – Photos and Video

Hi everyone!

We attended the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party for 2014, and are already looking forward to one more! There are some changes from last year, and we wanted to share some tips for enjoying the Party this year. The Party we attended had VERY light crowds, that won’t usually be the case.

DSC_0012

Here are our tips! Many are similar to previous years, but a few have changed. You can also watch us talk about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Mousesteps Weekly #115!

Order Tickets Early. Halloween night is already sold out, and other dates may end up the same. In addition, some dates offer advance purchase discounts.

Arrive Early. While Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party begins at 7:00 p.m., guests can enter at 4:00 p.m. and enjoy the Magic Kingdom for a few hours before the Party even starts!

1_Tips

Prioritize What You Want to Do.  Are you interested in characters? Rides? Trick-or-Treating? 5 hours isn’t a long time when it comes to everything that is available to do, including Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade and HalloWishes. Decide what is most important. We stood in line earlier than the Party started for Jack & Sally, only using about 15 of our Party minutes in line (but nearly an hour and a half before that). The Seven Dwarfs Line can also be long during the evening, so we will visit them early next Party.

Pick Up Your Special Sorcerer’s of the Magic Kingdom Card. This souvenir card will make a nice momento from the Party, and can be picked up at the Fire Station beginning at 4:00 p.m.

SMK807799

See the Second Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade. The second parade is always less busy than the first. Many guests leave after HalloWishes, allowing for a much less busy parade route. Changes to the parade this year include the addition of Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope. Don’t miss the Headless Horseman!

Watch Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade in Frontierland. While we often watch it in Town Square, I actually like to see it in Frontierland the best if just for fun, since the parade passes there first. By the time it arrives in Town Square (as seen in the videos below), another 15 minutes have passed, which also means 15 less Party minutes!

Visit Talking Mickey in His Halloween Costume. Mickey is dressed in his Halloween finest (we thought he might not be since he didn’t dress in Christmas attire last year), and he even has some Halloween jokes to share! He taught us his Zombie Goofy moves.

Adults Can Trick or Treat. Trick-or-Treating doesn’t have to be just a childhood memory. While we didn’t spend much time on the treat trails during the first Party, it is fun to collect some candy along with the kids.

DSC_0208

Wear Your Best Costume! Up until maybe a few years ago, not that many costumes were worn at the early Parties, it was something saved more for the Halloween time-frame. That isn’t the case anymore. Adults and kids alike dress in Disney and non-Disney themes. There were a lot of Anna and Elsa outfits at the first Party, along with a myriad of other costumes.

See the Villains Mix and Mingle Live on Stage After Dark. Right now, it is light during the first show. But as September progresses, that should change. The lighting effects really make the show, and you will want to see them! There are only 3 shows each night this year, down from four last year. There is also no mixing and mingling with characters in this location, the available villains are at Club Villain (including Cruella DeVil, Lady Tremaine, Dr. Facilier and Judge Frollo).

Arrive Early for HalloWishes to Watch Celebrate the Magic. Hallowishes begins at 9:30 p.m., with Celebrate the Magic beginning at 9:15 p.m. We recommend standing back from Cinderella Castle to enjoy the perimeter fireworks, but close enough to see the castle projections – our favorite spot is in the middle of Main Street near Casey’s Corner.

9_Tips

Visit Club Villain. New this year at the Diamond Horseshoe, Club Villain allows guests to meet and dance with many of their favorite villains! We also enjoyed the artwork and atmosphere in the Diamond Horseshoe. Young kids may prefer the Monstrous Scream-O-Ween Ball in Tomorrowland.

Specialty Treats Are Available. If candy isn’t enough, then other treats can be found at locations around the Magic Kingdom. They are listed in the guide map! This year, Storybook Treats serves Candy Corn Ice Cream; Gaston’s Tavern sells Ghost Cupcakes; and outdoor carts sell Cotton Candy Candy Corn, among other goodies. If you want regular food, some restaurants do stay open until midnight, but not all – check the guide map for times.

11_Tips

Stay Late. The last hour of the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is the least busy hour, and worth staying up for. If you want to take photos like we did on Main Street, you have until around 1:00 a.m. Use the time after midnight to check out the themed pumpkins on Main Street!

DSC_0961

Guests can also pay an extra $99 for the Villain’s Sinister Soiree: A Wicked Takeover of Cinderella Castle. That is in addition to the Party ticket, and includes viewing for Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade and HalloWishes – along with a dessert party with villains inside Cinderella Castle. We will not be attending that this year.

Tickets can be currently be purchased for these dates:

September 1, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 2014

October 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 2014

We always enjoy Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party!

For many more great photos, please check out MouseSteps latest update HERE!

Halloween at Walt Disney World (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2014) – Available Now:

Trick or Treat 11 Cover extra smallJeff Lange’s Trick or Treat 11 (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2014)

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2014 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World!

Featuring: Not So Scary Entrance Scenes, Character Meetings, The Headless Horseman, Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, HalloWishes Fireworks, Villains Mix and Mingle Live On Stage, Club Villain, Not So Scary Party Scenes, Haunted Mansion at Midnight, Bonus Easter Egg and more!

Running Time: 66 min

For more information

or to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available: Trick or Treat vol 1 – 11 (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties 2003-2014) – Click HERE

Halloween Time at Disneyland (Mickey’s Halloween Party)

Jeff Lange’s Disneyland Trick or Treat (Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland)

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2010 Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland!

Featuring: Spooky Halloween Party Scenes, Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Mickey’s Costume Party Cavalcade, Space Mountain: Ghost Galaxy, Halloween Screams – A Villainous Surprise in the Skies Fireworks, Haunted Mansion Holiday and more!

Running Time: 66 min

For more information

or to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available: Halloween Titles (Including Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties 2003-2014) – Click HERE

Christmas at Walt Disney World: Holiday Treat 2013 DVD – Available Now:

Holiday Treat 2013 DVDJeff Lange’s Holiday Treat 2013 (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2013)

Seasons Greetings from Jeff Lange! Celebrate the holidays with this new DVD featuring the 2012 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World.

Features yearly favorites such as: “Cinderella’s Holiday Wish (Castle Lighting)“, “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade“, All-New Celebrate The Magic! (Holiday Segment),Holiday Wishes Fireworks – Celebrate the Spirit of the Season“, “Celebrate the Season Show“, Very Merry Party Scenes, and much more!

Running Time: 66 min

For more information or

to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Available Now – The Splendor of the Holidays at the Walt Disney World Resorts!

Jeff Lange Experiences: Walt Disney World Holiday Traditions

Jeff Lange brings you this latest DVD in a series that features one-of-a-kind Disney experiences: Walt Disney World Holiday Traditions.

Experience the splendor of the holiday season at the following Walt Disney World resorts: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Kidani Village, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo House, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, Disney’s Boardwalk Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Bonus: Walt Disney World Dolphin and Walt Disney World Swan.

Running Time: 66 min

For more information or

to purchase this item, please click HERE.

All-New Release – Journey Into Imagination with Original Dreamfinder Ron Schneider: Exclusive Signed Edition

Journey Into Imagination with Original Dreamfinder Ron Schneider: Exclusive Signed Edition

Join Ron Schneider as he chronicles his journey from the early days of Disneyland to his years at EPCOT Center’s Journey Into Imagination – including a previously unreleased ride-through of the classic original attraction!

The Ron Schneider Story (2012) – Ron shares in exciting detail the creative challenges he faced in bringing EPCOT Center’s only characters to vivid life. Anyone who’s a fan of Disney theme parks – or has ever held the dream of performing for an audience of millions – will enjoy these behind-the-scenes tales, told by a talented storyteller and theme park legend.

Journey Into Imagination with Commentary by Ron Schneider (1997) Ron offers up his thoughts and remembrances while you watch this never-before-seen footage from the original Journey Into Imagination!

Journey Into Imagination (1997) Enjoy this previously unreleased 1997 ride-through of the classic Journey Into Imagination. This version features the exterior, queue and complete ride including all of your favorite original scenes with Dreamfinder and Figment!

Running Time: 70 Min

For more information or to purchase this item, please click HERE.

Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Epcot’s Journey Into Imagination Collectors Edition 2-Disc Set

All New – The Very Best of Disney’s Nighttime Fireworks Spectaculars!

Jeff Lange Presents: Walt Disney World Nighttime Fireworks Spectaculars

Jeff Lange takes you to Walt Disney World to experience the very best of Disney’s Nighttime Fireworks Spectaculars!

Featuring: Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky, Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams – 40th Anniversary Special Edition, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, Let There Be Peace on Earth Finale, Fantasy in the Sky New Years Eve Fireworks and BONUS: The Magic, The Memories, and You! (Romance Segment).

Running Time: 66 min

For more information or

to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available

Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Summertime 2011

Celebrate the summer of 2011 in style, as Jeff Lange brings you the newest offerings from Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom!

Featuring the following 2011 summertime favorites: Entrance Scenes, Haunted Mansion Interactive Queue, Haunted Mansion Ride, Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Magic, The Memories, and You! plusBONUS: Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky Fireworks Spectacular!

Running Time: 66 min

For more information or

to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available:Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Summertime 2010 (Featuring SpectroMagic, Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Show, Main Street Electrical Parade and more!)

Recent Releases – Frontierland Classics, Adventureland Classics and Liberty Square Classics:

Jeff Lange Remembers: Frontierland Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Frontierland” attractions. This fifth volume in the series features the following: Splash Mountain (1992), Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade (2006), Country Bear Jamboree (1992), Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (1997), Tom Sawyer Island (2006) and more!

Running Time: 65 min

For more information or

to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available:Jeff Lange Remembers: Fantasyland Classics

Also available

Jeff Lange Remembers: Adventureland Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Adventureland” attractions. This fourth volume in the series features the following: Adventureland Tour (1992-1997), Jungle Cruise (1993), Enchanted Tiki Birds Tropical Serenade (1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (original version including Barker Bird 1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (1997) and more!

Running Time: 66 min

For more information or

to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available

Jeff Lange Remembers: Liberty Square Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Liberty Square” attractions. This third volume in the series features the following: The Hall of Presidents (Original Version – 1993), Mike Fink Keel Boats (opening day attraction – 1992), Haunted Mansion (original version – 1992), Haunted Mansion Bonus Ride (my final recording of the original version with some special surprises – 2006)!

Running Time: 66 min

For more information or

to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Tomorrowland Classics

Epcot Center Historical DVDs – Available Now:

For fans of classic Epcot Center, I present my Epcot Center Historical Collection!

Click on any cover for more information

Walt Disney World Vintage Footage:

Jeff Lange DVD Presents: Bob Welbaum’s Walt Disney World 1986 DVD

 

Jeff Lange turns back the clock to 1986, where you will experience Walt Disney World through the eyes of Disneyana documentarian Bob Welbaum. This incredible vintage footage includes select narration from Mr. Welbaum, who shot this video before recording was commonplace.

Walt Disney World 1986 contains clips from the following: Walt Disney World Resorts, Original Disney Shopping Village, Epcot Center, Discovery Island, Magic Kingdom, Seven Seas Lagoon and much more!

Running Time: 65 Min

For more information

or to purchase this item, please click HERE.

Also available:Jeff Lange Remembers: Fantasyland Classics and Jeff Lange Remembers: Tomorrowland Classics

Disneyland Vintage Footage (5 Volumes Available):

Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 5

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience classic Disneyland attractions. This fifth volume in the series features the following:

Aladdin’s Royal Caravan (1993), Disneyland Railroad(1992) including the burning settlers cabin, Big Thunder Ranch and more, Beauty and the Beast Show (1993),Pinocchio’s Daring Journey (1993), Alice in Wonderland (1993) andFantasy in the Sky Fireworks (1993)!

Running Time: 66 Min

For more information or to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Disneyland Classics Volume 1 – 4.

Click here to browse the JeffLangeDVD store.

Celebrate Spring – Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2013:

Epcot's Flower & Garden 2013 DVDJeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2013

Celebrate spring at one of Disney’s most anticipated events of the year: The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2013.

Experience these unique panoramic displays throughout Epcot’s Future World and all around World Showcase!

Running Time: 64 Min

For more information

or to purchase this item,

please click HERE.

Also available: Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2012, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2011, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2010,Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2009, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2008

As always, if you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Debuts at The Magic Kingdom with Anna & Elsa, Fire Breathing Dragon, Crowd Pleasing Spectacle! – Photos and Video

Hi everyone!

Disney Festival of Fantasy debuted on Sunday! This magnificent parade features many favorite characters, elaborate floats and a catchy musical score – not to mention a fire-breathing Maleficent dragon! We went during the first two days, picture perfect for photos and video! Belle and Beast (below, left) lead the princess float, which also is the title float. Cinderella and Prince Charming are next on the float (below, right).

DSC_0300 DSC_0312

Continue reading Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Debuts at The Magic Kingdom with Anna & Elsa, Fire Breathing Dragon, Crowd Pleasing Spectacle! – Photos and Video

Buy it Now – Jeff Lange’s Holiday Treat 2013 (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2013)

Holiday Treat 2013 smallSeasons Greetings from Jeff Lange! Celebrate the holidays with this new DVD featuring the 2013 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World.

Holiday Entrance Scenes

Your Very Merry Party begins upon entering under the new “Welcome” banner for 2013. Mickey is a festive red Christmas ornament in front of the Main Street Train Station! Once inside, enjoy the sights and sounds of the Christmas season. Meet characters such as Minnie Mouse in Fantasyland, Scrooge McDuck with Donald and Daisy in Storybook Circus, and the Seven Dwarfs all together in Fantasyland. Mary Poppins and Bert join the penguins near the Prince Charming Regal Carousel! Enjoy holiday treats and colorful lighting projections around the Magic Kingdom.

Cinderella’s Holiday Wish (Castle Lighting)

The Christmas Castle Dream Lights have been delighting audiences each Christmas season since 2007. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Donald gather together with the Fairy Godmother, trying to figure out how Cinderella Castle should be decorated. Cinderella and Prince Charming soon appear, and Cinderella’s wish of a castle that resembles her sparkling slipper is brought to life!

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade

“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” as you enjoy this holiday tradition from the best parade spots in the Magic Kingdom, at Christmas Tree Point and atop the Walt Disney World Railroad Station! The character-filled procession glides toward you, with Cinderella Castle shimmering in the background. A gentle snow heralds the start of the parade, as character favorites including Mickey & Minnie, Goofy, and Chip & Dale greet you! Newly designed prancing reindeer, along with marching soldiers, gingerbread men and the big man himself – Santa Claus – round out this holiday classic.

Celebrate The Magic! (Holiday Segment)

The holiday segment of the new “Celebrate The Magic!” projection show features Cinderella Castle as a large gift just waiting to be unwrapped! Once the gift opens, the castle is shown in various forms – including as a gingerbread house, the Walt Disney World 25th Anniversary castle cake, and you’ll even catch a glimpse of Santa and his reindeer!

Holiday Wishes Fireworks: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season

This fireworks spectacular lights up the sky over the Magic Kingdom and Cinderella Castle. The show is a combination of six “acts”: The Spirit of the Season, The Spirit of Holiday Wonder, The Spirit of Sharing Hearth and Family, The Spirit of Holiday Childhood Fantasies, The Holiday Spirit in Each of Us, and Christmas All Around Us! Experience the 180 degree fireworks finale in all it’s splendor, recorded from multiple angles.

Celebrate the Season Show

The Castle forecourt is never as festive as during this “joyous celebration”! Mickey presents a lovely gift to Minnie, and even appears as a Nutcracker soldier! Goofy, Pluto, Donald, Chip & Dale and other favorite characters are part of this lively show – including new reindeer! Sing along to jubilant Christmas carols in a segment which culminates in an explosive ending. Recorded from multiple angles.

Very Merry Party Scenes

Large projected snowflakes sparkle off of the rocks in Tomorrowland and on Space Mountain! Enjoy a final walk down Main Street U.S.A, where window displays and beautiful lighting envelop your senses. You’ll take a lingering look back through the Christmas trees in Town Square at the Cinderella Castle dream lights. Your Very Merry night concludes with a stop in front of the Main Street Station, which is lit up magnificently for the Party!

Pick up a copy of “Jeff Lange’s Holiday Treat 2013” today and relive all the magic or experience it for the first time.

Running Time: 66 Min

Buy 2 or more titles from my store and receive free shipping with no handling charges.

I strive to provide my customers with superior customer service.

All orders shipped within 24 business hours guaranteed!

$14.99


Haunted Mansion Interactive Queue New Crypts UPDATED: Original Gravestones Spotted, Mickey’s Toontown Fair Demolition UPDATED: Storybook Circus – Photos & Video (Now in HD)

Hi everyone!

A quick Magic Kingdom update from this mornings visit. New crypts have been added to the Haunted Mansion interactive queue that is being built (below left and right), they are visible only from the Mark Twain and look amazing! The queue will be longer and zig-zag past these new elements before entering the Mansion.

Continue reading Haunted Mansion Interactive Queue New Crypts UPDATED: Original Gravestones Spotted, Mickey’s Toontown Fair Demolition UPDATED: Storybook Circus – Photos & Video (Now in HD)

The Walt Disney Studios and Guillermo del Toro developing Disney’s Haunted Mansion

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 22, 2010 –Guillermo del Toro surprised the 6,500 fans gathered today at Comic-Con with the announcement that he is currently developing a new film for The Walt Disney Studios based on the classic Disney theme park attraction, The Haunted Mansion.

Dark imagery is an integral part of the Walt Disney legacy.  After all, Disney himself was the father of some really chilling moments and characters – think Chernabog from Fantasia or Maleficent as the Dragon or the Evil Queen in Snow White,” said del Toro.  “I couldn’t be more excited to be a part of my own adaptation of the original theme park attraction Walt envisioned and that remains- for me- the most desirable piece of real estate in the whole world!”

“Millions of people from around the world visit The Haunted Mansion each year, but no one has ever had a tour guide like Guillermo del Toro,” said Rich Ross, Chairman of The Walt Disney Studios. “Guillermo is one of the most gifted and innovative filmmakers working today and he is going to take audiences on a visually-thrilling journey like they’ve never experienced before.”

Since August 1969, foolish mortals have dared to trespass on the macabre grounds of Disney’s Haunted Mansion. A hallowed landmark in Disneyland’s New Orleans square, it’s the dwelling place of 999 happy haunts dying to meet new visitors each day. The plantation-style of the mansion’s facade is a sweet deception for visitors. Inside, ghostly doom buggies line the hallways. Since its construction, the mysteries of the mansion have transcended the attraction with stories surfacing about horrifying encounters with the supernatural.  Versions of the daunting edifice have been built at other Disney theme parks in Orlando, Tokyo and Paris.

Mini-Update: Walt Disney World’s Carrousel Is Getting A Name Change

Hi everyone!

Prince Charming Regal CarouselAs of June 1, Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel will experience a name change. The ride will soon be known as the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel.

Disney has announced the change on their website and added a bit of a back story to the name change. The story tells of Prince Charming building a training device for him to practice his jousting skills. The villagers were so awed by the device that Prince Charming decided to have one built near the castle so that the villagers could have the chance to practice their skills as well.

The carrousel has a real history behind it as well. The ride was saved from Olympic Park, an abandoned amusement park in New Jersey, and Disney restore the 1917 carousel to new condition.

For complete details please click HERE.

DISNEY’S D23 CELEBRATES DISNEYLAND’S 55TH ANNIVERSARY WITH ALL-NEW, TWO-DAY DESTINATION D EVENT

BURBANK, Calif. – March 10, 2010 – It’s a milestone year for the Disneyland® Resort, and D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans is celebrating with the premiere of DESTINATION D, a brand-new, two-day event exclusively for D23 Members that illuminates Disney’s fascinating history.

Continue reading DISNEY’S D23 CELEBRATES DISNEYLAND’S 55TH ANNIVERSARY WITH ALL-NEW, TWO-DAY DESTINATION D EVENT