Welcome to planDisney, Debra.
I'm so jealous that you get to go to
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Get ready for a spook-tacular time. Not many people get to say they dressed up in a costume and trick-or-treated around
Magic Kingdom Park.
As I'm sure you're already aware, Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a special event that requires a separate ticket. Although the event doesn't start until 7:00 PM, Guests are allowed into Magic Kingdom Park from 4:00 PM. Unfortunately, if you'd like to enjoy Magic Kingdom Park earlier than 4:00 PM then you'll need to purchase a standard theme park ticket and make a theme park reservation. I realize that's not the answer you wanted to hear. I'm sorry that you're only seeing dining reservations for 3:30 PM. If I were you, I wouldn't lose hope. Keep checking in the build-up to your trip and you might find some availability pop up. People frequently change their plans and cancel their dining reservations. I've found great last-minute dining reservations this way.
Are you a fan of Disney parades, Debra? Well,
Mickey's "Boo-to-You" Halloween Parade will have you mezmerized. That's when all the Grim-Grinning Ghosts come out to socialize. You might even see some pirates join the party. Yo ho, yo ho!
Thanks for stopping by planDisney!
Mike