As of January 1, 2019, we have closed our forums. This is a decision we did not come to lightly, but it is necessary. The software our forums run on is just too out-of-date and it poses a significant security risk. The server software itself must be updated, and it cannot be without removing the forums.
So it is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our long-running forums. They came online in 2000 and brought together so many wonderful Disney fans. We had friendships form, careers launch, couples marry, children born ... all because of this amazing community.
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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
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Moving on with the current of the years.
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To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
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Is it or will it ever come back? probably i am late to the party, but was thinking about it today...seems like a lot of us are going in october this year instead of december.....
it has been a few days and no one has responded to the question...are there any answers out there or is the jury still out? i think i found another thread with a few posts on it, but there was no definitive answer there either. maybe i am missing the thread with the answers???? can someone help me out here?
As far as I know there are no plans for Mousefest this year. The committee still owns the name, but the web site doesn't have any new information on it. I also haven't heard of any plans for an official PassPorter gathering this year. As you know (since you're at WDW meeting other PassPorters more than anyone else I know ) there are meets set up by individuals frequently. That's how I met my first PassPorters back in 2006.
Sorry I didn't answer you earlier - I was waiting to see if there was any official word - but there hasn't been. As of now, there is no official gathering planned, and as Lesley explained, Mousefest is now operating "seasonally" as Disney would say. I haven't seen or heard of anybody reactivating the multi-group stuff.
There are usually small or large groups of Passporters arranging a meet or two in any month. Just watch to see in The Backyard. I'm sure there will be some in both October and December.
If you already have a specific date in mind - why don't you post it? Then people who plan to be there can meet up with you.
I do miss the special Mousefest themed gatherings as well - although a PassPorter only gathering is just as special - I'll never forget meeting up with so many friends at the Decade of Dreams.
Thanks, Les, Marie and Sara! I am saddened to think there is no more mousefest ever, but i must admit, the passporter gatherings are SO much better! so, i guess we will all be on our own. i am interested in the reunion 2010, so i am grateful for the link, Sara...thanks, friends!
As I've posted in another thread "December 2010? Just Asking" -- I'm looking into the Reunion2010 events December 1-5. But I would much prefer meeting up with PassPorters like myself! I don't really want to start posting to another discussion board -- I love the PP board and have enjoyed meeting PPs several times at WDW now.
That said, I'm considering December 1-5 and will be traveling solo. Anyone interested in scheduling a few unofficial PP meets during that time, realizing we can also hook up with the Reunion2010 people???
I'm still just askin' -- but I really, really want to go down for the December festivities. (And since the national weather service is predicting a worse-than-usual hurricane season, while I still plan to be at WDW in early October, I'm not holding my breath. December seems like it could be more definitely counted on, right?)
It's still a no go for me. Just thought I'd let you know that the "Reunion" is hosted by "WDW Today" podcast. Their 20-30 min. podcast comes up out three times a week. They don't have a message board. The only time we interact is during the end of the month live podcast with a live chat room. There are people from PP, Dis, Tagrel, AllEars, and more chatting away. Some of the big names from previous MF will be involved or have something planned for that Reunion Weekend.
I believe that MouseFan Travel is also a sponsor of this weekend event. There are probably extra perks for booking thru them. If it was the next weekend, I'd be there.
Good luck and happy planning!
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I haven't heard anything yet about any kind of official December Gathering, but Jenn and Dave are always busy this time of year with their guidebooks before they go to print.
Keep checking back here to see if there's any new news from our favorite authors!
I am attending Reunion. There are already a few events planned. It will have no where the number of Mousefest meets, but last year several other groups added meets during that time. Last year Allears had meets, Lou Mongello had some scheduled, but had to cancel, and I think there were some others. I really love Disey in December and this gives me a chance to see some of the people I have met over the years at Mousefest, Magic Meets and otehr Disney events.
I'm not sure that we'll see Mousefest return in the same form, it looks like different travel agencies are planning meets, but that is kind of suspiciously like self promotion to increase bookings.
Eventually I imagine some enterprising person will get ambitious enough to plan another large multigroup gathering--but it might be awhile
My understanding is that MouseFest is looking for a Chairman to oversee the event at large. But it's a huge responsibility and requires more time than most people have to give. Hopefully, someone will be able to take it on in the coming years...or maybe MouseFest itself will scale back to a point where it's easier for someone to step up to manage it all.
MouseFest is the monster that grew so large, it consumed itself.
My understanding is that MouseFest is looking for a Chairman to oversee the event at large. But it's a huge responsibility and requires more time than most people have to give. Hopefully, someone will be able to take it on in the coming years...or maybe MouseFest itself will scale back to a point where it's easier for someone to step up to manage it all.
MouseFest is the monster that grew so large, it consumed itself.
I don't think they are looking at all to revive it as there have been extremely qualified people who have volunteered already with no return interest from the organization.
well in any event, i am glad some people are planning some meets on their own...i will miss the mousefestivities, but maybe something better is coming along!
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