Hi Matthew!
A very merry welcome to planDisney! Is there anything better than a visit to
The Most Magical Place on Earth during the most magical time of the year? I don't think so!
Matthew,
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is a highlight of any visit to Walt Disney World Resort during the holiday season. There is so much to see, do, and taste during the party, but I think my favorite part has been
Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade. You'll typically find the parade making its way through
Magic Kingdom Park twice each night - 8:30 PM and 11:00 PM. If you can, I recommend watching the second parade, as it's usually a bit less crowded!
Your ticket to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party allows you to enter Magic Kingdom at 4:00 PM on the day of your party. Unfortunately, unless you have a regular park admission in addition to your party ticket, you will not be able to enter the park for a 3:10 PM dining reservation at
Be Our Guest Restaurant. If you can find a dining reservation after 4:00 PM but before the party begins, I find that's a great option. I like to eat my dinner early on party nights so that I can spend my time once the party begins enjoying the unique entertainment and snacking my way around the park!
You may also want to check for dining reservations before you enter Magic Kingdom at the various hotels on the Monorail loop for another convenient option. We really like
Grand Floridian Cafe, and you'll have the added bonus of being able to check out the beautiful decorations and gingerbread house at
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa! If you choose to do this, you can park at the Transportation and Ticket Center and then catch the Resort Monorail to the second stop - the Grand Floridian. After dinner, you can either walk, boat, or take the Monorail to the park entrance for your party!
Matthew, I ho-ho-hope this information has been helpful and that you enjoy a wonderful night at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party! If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney!
Cheers,
Kristi