MK "Happily Ever After" Dessert Party (Parties) Discussion

[deserrai]

I don't like the "more guests" part of it. The main appeal to me of the dessert party is the uncrowded viewing area. If they increase (?double) the number of guests, that will ruin it for me.

My thoughts exactly. I'm not going to pay to fight a crowd. I can do that for free.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I don't like the "more guests" part of it. The main appeal to me of the dessert party is the uncrowded viewing area. If they increase (?double) the number of guests, that will ruin it for me.

I don’t quite understand this either. IMHO they have the current Plaza Garden party sized almost perfectly. The Garden is full, but not packed shoulder to shoulder. I’m not sure exactly how they could add “more guests.” Unless... the Plaza Garden WEST comes into play.

 

[123SA]

Some breaking info about a format and offering change:


New 'After Fireworks Dessert Party' debuts May 28

Because of the popularity of the Fireworks Dessert Party at Magic Kingdom Park, we are expanding the experience starting May 28 so more Guests will be able to enjoy it. During the After Fireworks Dessert Party, Guests will delight in prime fireworks views from the Plaza Garden, followed by a delectable dessert party at Tomorrowland Terrace once the show has concluded.

An enhanced menu will also debut May 28 at all Magic Kingdom dessert parties, which includes additional savory snacks such as spinach dip and house-made mini eggrolls, as well as the popular Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake from Liberty Tree Tavern.


Obviously this is lacking a lot of important specifics. Good to see increased offerings in light of the recent price increase. Not sure what’s up the with “after fireworks” part. Anyway... will post more as more info becomes available.

My main question is...does this mean the Plaza Garden viewing will now be significantly more crowded?

Will the After Fireworks group get the prime spots in the Plaza Garden since they will be available to enter while the pre-show dessert group are eating?

 

[gumbo1009]

http://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories...ch-after-fireworks-dessert-party-on-may-28th/

"May 28th will also see an enhanced menu added to all Magic Kingdom dessert parties. Disney says the upgraded menu will include “additional savory snacks such as spinach dip and house-made mini eggrolls, as well as the popular Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake from Liberty Tree Tavern.”

I had gotten tickets because I wanted to see the show in an uncrowded area, but I am now a wee bit more interested in the food part! Savory options (hooray) *and* gooey toffee cake ... (I may have to adjust my intended calorie intake for that day!)

 

[mi*vida*loca]

I don't like the "more guests" part of it. The main appeal to me of the dessert party is the uncrowded viewing area. If they increase (?double) the number of guests, that will ruin it for me.

This worries me also. I don't want to be packed in there like sardines. Can't wait to hear reports on this. We go in November. If it's uncomforyably packed then we may cancel and fight the crowds for a spot.

I do like the additional savory items that are being added to the menu.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

That's weird. Maybe they're going to break the desert part into shifts -- one pre show, one post show.

It would stink to get run after the fireworks, though I imagine most people are ready to move on. Awful late in the game to have as few details as they do.

That was my first thought - one pre-show, one post show. Perhaps utilizing both gardens (total speculation on that last part).

 

[mi*vida*loca]

I don’t quite understand this either. IMHO they have the current Plaza Garden party sized almost perfectly. The Garden is full, but not packed shoulder to shoulder. I’m not sure exactly how they could add “more guests.” Unless... the Plaza Garden WEST comes into play.

I was thinking about the west and I'm hoping that's the case. Isn't that for CL FP people right now?

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I was thinking about the west and I'm hoping that's the case. Isn't that for CL FP people right now?

Only a very small portion is being used for the current trial CL program. My guess is that could be moved if needed.

 

[SaintsManiac]

If they cram more people in there I will cancel. We need more details.

 

[mi*vida*loca]

Only a very small portion is being used for the current trial CL program. My guess is that could be moved if needed.

Fingers crossed that's the case.

 

[FastPasser.]

I'm also seeing two different prices on the HUB. Interested to find out which one will change.

 

[mi*vida*loca]

I'm also seeing two different prices on the HUB. Interested to find out which one will change.

Do you have any info on where the after party guests will watch the fireworks from? East or West?

 

[tiffne]

Are these After Fireworks Dessert Parties already scheduled? Could they be planning them for different nights than the existing parties? Although I see there is an existing party on May 28 and that's when Disney says the After Fireworks parties will start. I will be really upset if they try to cram another entire party into the plaza garden.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Ok, so even more confused after calling to book.

In the Disney dining system the event is called: “After Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace”

$69 adults / $41 kids 3-9 (this is the same price in effect 5/28 for the regular Plaza Garden Fireworks Dessert Party).

Check-in is 1 hour before fireworks at the Tomorrowland Terrace.

The event description the CM read to me says that fireworks viewing will be at Tomorrowland Terrace... BUT 1) that conflicts with the news blurb from Disney about it being Plaza Garden viewing and 2) wouldn’t make much sense since there is already a Tomorrowland Terrace Dessert Party. I think we need more info here to truly understand.

There was no additional information as to event specifics.

So... FWIW!

Seperately, had a fantastic CM on the phone. Great way to start the day.

 

[zebrastreyepz]

I'm in the camp of "if this makes Garden Viewing more crowded, I will be canceling".

Although I like the idea of the added food choices, I mainly booked this for a stress free view of HEA.

 

[SaintsManiac]

I love how you can already book this brand new event, but we've been waiting forever to book the Frozen party in September.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

I don’t know... unless they’re only selling a very very small number of tickets for this “After Party”, I just can’t see them putting those guests in to the current Plaza Garden East. Could be wrong of course!

 

[Dan Murphy]

I can't imagine what a 'post show' would be for. Watching and listening to the custodial staff with the power vacs and all? Watching the fireworks finale smoke drift away into the night?

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I haven't done one of these before - is it a problem to cancel after you book it?

I am intrigued by the potential for this new option as I like the idea of having somewhere to go and have some desserts and just "hang" after the fireworks vs dealing with the crowds trying to leave after the show, but like others have mentioned I don't want to pay to be stuck shoulder to shoulder in the reserved area if this just doubles the # of people in the area and also don't really want to be in the Tomorrowland Terrace area if that is the area you are in

 

[TheMaxRebo]

I can't imagine what a 'post show' would be for. Watching and listening to the custodial staff with the power vacs and all? Watching the fireworks finale smoke drift away into the night?

I see it more as having an area to go to just relax a bit after the show and enjoy some treats vs dealing with the crowds trying to leave right after the show, etc.

But more likely they are trying to double dip on making $ off of an area they are already prepping and preparing food for