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MNSSHP 2011Question about character meets n greets [how are the lines]
I was just wondering how bad are the lines on the meet n greets? I am wondering if it is possible to do them all or if I need to pick and choose. My dd is a HUGE snow white fan and will of course be going as snow white . I have read on the internet that the seven dwafs line is really bad and always long. We r going on a Thurs night so i am hoping the crowds r low during the week (fingers crossed). We have a 5:30 appt @ BBB and didnt know where to go from there. Please any suggestions would be great This is our first one and we are so excited. I would love to be able to do it all. And also how are the candy lines and are they worth it.
Thanks, Tina
Last edited by belletw77; 09-14-2011 at 09:38 PM..
The candy lanes go really quick, they are basically walk through and the CM's are pretty good about dishing it out and keeping everyone moving. Have your bag ready when you get in line, it helps move things along quickly .
Snow White and the dwarfs are VERRRRRY popular and will be over by Big Thunder/Splash Mountain this year b/c of the Fantasyland construction.
The later you stay, the better chance you have b/c the little kids poop out quickly so they can't make it till midnight. If you want to hit the characters make it a priority and don't be shy about asking CM's when their breaks are, etc so you aren't waiting in a line you have no chance of getting an autograph in. I have a list on my blog of the alleged characters and where they'll be. A Pixie Perspective: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party-2011 Character Locator!
Depending on how crowded it is, you may or may not be able to do all of the meet and greets, plus all of the other party activities. I would definitely check out the list of meet and greets available and prioritize them by level of importance to you and your family. The Seven Dwarfs M&G is VERY popular, and the lines will most likely be long even if the party isn't that crowded. We were at MNSSHP on Halloween last year, which was a sold out party. To ensure that we got our picture with the dwarfs, I immediately got on the line after we had our dinner (probably around 6:15), while my husband took my DD's on a few rides in Fantasyland. They met back up with me at 6:45, and I was probably the 5th or 6th person in line, so once the characters came out at 7, my DD's did not have that long of a wait. At that point, the line behind us was really, really long.
As for the trick or treat lines, they really do move fast, everyone keeps moving as they grab their candy, so don't worry if they look long, you will be out of there quickly.
Another tip, if you can, try watch the second parade as it will be less crowded. Make sure you get your spot early for a chance to see the Headless Horseman!
Depending on how crowded it is, you may or may not be able to do all of the meet and greets, plus all of the other party activities. I would definitely check out the list of meet and greets available and prioritize them by level of importance to you and your family. The Seven Dwarfs M&G is VERY popular, and the lines will most likely be long even if the party isn't that crowded. We were at MNSSHP on Halloween last year, which was a sold out party. To ensure that we got our picture with the dwarfs, I immediately got on the line after we had our dinner (probably around 6:15), while my husband took my DD's on a few rides in Fantasyland. They met back up with me at 6:45, and I was probably the 5th or 6th person in line, so once the characters came out at 7, my DD's did not have that long of a wait. At that point, the line behind us was really, really long.
As for the trick or treat lines, they really do move fast, everyone keeps moving as they grab their candy, so don't worry if they look long, you will be out of there quickly.
Another tip, if you can, try watch the second parade as it will be less crowded. Make sure you get your spot early for a chance to see the Headless Horseman!
Have a great time at the party!!
Good info So do you know how long the BBB will probably take? I am having her hair, makeup and nails done and it is @ 5:30. I am hoping that it will be done at least by 6:30 and then we will head to the dwarfs line right after that. At least I hope that would be a good plan. I know that this with snow white will be on the top of her list so hopefully we will make it. Does the character lines go somewhat fast? I heard that the dwarfs is only pictures no autographs is this true. Thanks again!!
Tina
The candy lanes go really quick, they are basically walk through and the CM's are pretty good about dishing it out and keeping everyone moving. Have your bag ready when you get in line, it helps move things along quickly .
Snow White and the dwarfs are VERRRRRY popular and will be over by Big Thunder/Splash Mountain this year b/c of the Fantasyland construction.
The later you stay, the better chance you have b/c the little kids poop out quickly so they can't make it till midnight. If you want to hit the characters make it a priority and don't be shy about asking CM's when their breaks are, etc so you aren't waiting in a line you have no chance of getting an autograph in. I have a list on my blog of the alleged characters and where they'll be. A Pixie Perspective: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party-2011 Character Locator!
I was looking at the list you have and was wondering is Snow white with the dwarfs or is she with herself and the prince. I have read that on another post.
Good info So do you know how long the BBB will probably take? I am having her hair, makeup and nails done and it is @ 5:30. I am hoping that it will be done at least by 6:30 and then we will head to the dwarfs line right after that. At least I hope that would be a good plan. I know that this with snow white will be on the top of her list so hopefully we will make it. Does the character lines go somewhat fast? I heard that the dwarfs is only pictures no autographs is this true. Thanks again!!
Tina
It shouldn't take more than an hour for your BBB appointment, last year my DD's had the same package and I think it took about 45 minutes for them to get done. Heading right over to the Dwarfs sounds like a good plan.
The Dwarfs line does move, what you hear is correct, they do not sign autographs. Snow White is not with them, or at least was not last year. We saw her with her Prince at the old Princess M&G in Toontown.
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. I have read on the internet that the seven dwafs line is really bad and always long. We r going on a Thurs night so i am hoping the crowds r low during the week (fingers crossed). We have a 5:30 appt @ BBB and didnt know where to go from there. Please any suggestions would be great 
This is our first one and we are so excited. I would love to be able to do it all. And also how are the candy lines and are they worth it.
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