Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Guide links:
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Characters
Updated 10/28/2018
It’s important that your family makes a plan of the things they wish to experience during the party so they don’t spend their time wandering around the park. When it comes to characters you should pick the ones you find have the greatest importance. To some people, meeting with the 7 Dwarves will rank high, while others may wish to see Captain Jack Sparrow and another family may want to visit with every Prince at the party. Know who you want to see and set a reasonable goal. It’s not impossible to meet every character, but you won’t have time for any other element of the party to attempt this.
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Moana
Moana made her Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party debut in 2017. She was super popular.
Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps
Nick and Judy, usually they have only appeared in dance party type events here in Florida. I’m sure this meet will be VERY popular! I’ll be sure to include their schedule and touring plans on Character Locator!
Jack Skellington as “Sandy Claws”
Jack Skellington appears as “Sandy Claws. I expect this meet to be VERY popular and people will line up very early as detailed on Character Locator.
7 Dwarfs:
If you wish to meet the 7 Dwarves, (Snow White doesn’t meet with them) you’ll want to line up early as detailed on my Character Locator Touring Plans. Why would I recommend spending all that time in line? Well, if you don’t line up early, you’ll still be in that line later and you’ll miss precious party time. By lining up early, you’ll have the full 5 hours to do the other things you wish during the actual party.
Santa Claus
Santa creates very long lines. However, you can meet him during the day at Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs beginning Mid-November or in the Magic Kingdom during the day or in Epcot with Mrs. Claus after Thanksgiving and save yourself a lot of waiting at the party.
Princesses with their Princes:
Ariel with Prince Eric
Princess Aurora and Prince Phillip
Snow White and her Prince
Cinderella and Prince Charming
Princess Elena of Avalor
Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen
Rapunzel and Flynn Rider
If the rare characters above aren’t your highest priority, you may wish to line up for some of these Lords and Ladies early. Flynn Rider is VERY popular and VERY chatty, so even with all the Disney Magic, he still builds a long line. If you don’t wish to arrive early, come back late for the shortest waits.
Captain Jack Sparrow:
Captain Jack is popular, but not as much as he is during the Halloween Parties. I guess people are looking for characters with holiday touches.
Aladdin & Abu, Jasmine & Genie
They will wear Christmas scarves.
Aladdin was typically meeting with Abu and Jasmine with Genie. They offer specific set meet times that are found on Character Locator.
Minnie Mouse with Daisy Duck
Minnie meets with Daisy Duck
Donald & Scrooge McDuck
Scrooge McDuck and Donald Duck meet together
Santa Goofy
Goofy is located beside the Barnstormer Goofy attraction and his waits are lowest late in the party. You can also meet Santa Goofy in Animal Kingdom.
Winnie the Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger and Piglet
The party has all four of the Pooh characters together in one meet. Each are wearing a festive scarf . They typically have a 30 minute wait and often see their line cut before they even arrive for the next set. Be sure to check Character Locator for their full schedule!
Mickey Mouse
Mickey meets in his normal location, but changes over to special Christmas attire promptly at 7pm for party guests only.
Mary Poppins and Bert
Dance Party
There’s really no reason to arrive early for a Dance Party. Reindeer, Polar Bears and Elves are your host at Cosmic Ray’s. Also, new for this year will be the Disney Junior Jingle Jam. They no longer pose for photos or sign autographs, they are just there to dance with you. You might grab a selfie or two though.
Country Bears
They also meet during the day in the Magic Kingdom, but do wear scarves for the party.
VISIT DURING THE DAY CHARACTERS
It’s my opinion that I don’t waste my precious and expensive party time visiting characters that I could easily see during the day in the same costuming. Perhaps you only have one day at Walt Disney World or you aren’t planning to be in the Magic Kingdom any mornings, in those cases it would make sense to visit these characters if they are important to you. Those who meet in the exact same costume during the day include:
- Belle in Epcot
- Peter Pan
- Country Bears
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Are characters available for the whole party until midnight? Do lines die down as it gets later in the night or should you really just get in line early for characters you really want to meet?
Schedules for characters are on http://www.characterlocator.com
Oh, ok so you will post some new info here after the first party? That would be very helpful! Thanks! When is the firs party anyway? Thanks so much!
I’ll update some of this info as needed, but http://www.characterlocator.com will always have FULL details and it gets information first as well.
OK, thanks so much for the info and the reply! We will definitely be getting a subscription soon!
Thanks for the reply but I couldn’t see anything on the link.
Hi Kenny, thanks for your post, very helpful info!
We really want to see Captain Jack Sparrow and will be there December 8th. I saw you recommended meeting him after the second parade. I was wondering, does he usually meet throughout the whole party? Do they cut his line at a certain time before the end of the party? Do people usually line up early, before the party to meet him? Thanks!
This info is from 2016. I’ll have 2017 info on http://www.characterlocator.com after the 1st party.
For Belle’s meet and greet is it her normal Enchanted Tales program or do you get to meet just Belle and talk to her at the Christmas Party?
It is a meet and greet. It’s on http://www.characterlocator.com
I’ll be attending the first party of 2017. Will you have character info in time for that, or do you have to validate it yourself the first night?
Some of both. I’ll have info and I’ll confirm everything that night as well.
Great, thank you!
Does Wendy still meet? And what characters do signatures?
No she does not meet. Jack and Dwarfs don’t sign. Full schedules, info and plans on http://www.characterlocator.com
When you get in line to meet characters at the Christmas party do they have wait times listed, like the they do regular meet and greets?
No only Princess hall, Mickey and tink ever have posted wait
We subscribed to character locator and it’s amazing! This will be our 5th trip in 4 years and I still found it extremely helpful.
Sorry if I missed anywhere but do you have recommendations for entering the MVMCP right at 4? Is there a massive crowd of people waiting to enter the park? We have a Tinkerbell FP until 4:10 pm so we’ll have to hustle. Thanks!
Glad you’re having a great time and that Character Locator is helping!
Yes, the 4pm entry is mentioned on the General Info page in the link above.
Wow I just found out that DisneyLand stays winning.They brought out the 3 Cabarellos for their Christmas party.So sad for us to ever get a meet and greet with them they want you to run a marathon.I would but my back is injured really stinks.Last character event Wdw has was prob the villains bash which was great even tho it didn’t turn out to good with the lines.Hope WDW can step their game up and stop bringing out the same characters every year like they did for Halloween party.This was the first time I ever missed it because the same old
Caballeros were out during the day last year. They don’t have a Christmas party like we do.
Is it one line to meet Aurora and Snow? Where should I view second parade?
One line for both. I like Frontierland or Town Square for last minute arrivals for parade
The only characters we want to see are Jack and 7 Dwarfs. I have read that they sometimes come out before 7. Should we get in line early for one of them and then head straight to the other or do one early and the other late. Any suggestions on strategy? Thanks.
Jack hasn’t been appearing very early or early at all for Christmas parties. Strategies, plans and schedules are on http://www.characterlocator.com
We are only doing MVMCP and have no other regular park tickets. Will they let us book fastpasses for 4-7 on our party tickets or do we have to have other park tickets in order to do this?
You can book FP, but it’s not much of an advantage if you want to meet rare characters.
Hey Kenny, thanks for all this great info. What day do you prefer to go to the Christmas party in December? 12/9 – 12/17 are the dates I’m looking at. Thanks.
Sundays are my default preferred day, but do understand that regardless of crowd size the character meets are always popular
Did CLARA CLUCK really get removed?
Clara never offered a meet and greet
Do characters meet at the various resorts during Christmastime? If so, is there a list somewhere?
Appearance times don’t appear until early December. I’ll post
Would you suggest attending MCVMCP on Sunday 11/13 or Tuesday 11/15. We were originally planning Sunday because I saw where you said to go by the cheapest price for lower crowds typically but I see they are now doing the parade filming that weekend and the crowd expectation has risen. What do you think would be best for lower crowds depending on these new circumstances?
I haven’t changed my Crowd expectations based on filming. I prefer Sunday nights.
Do you think it is unreasonable to keep our 6p BoG reservation and still be able to enjoy the party? I really wanted my daughter to meet the 7D but am not willing to wait in line an hour to meet any character. THANKS!
If you’re willing to avoid 7 Dwarfs, you could still have a nice party, but you’ll see some lines at other characters as well.
The best strategy for:
Dwarfs
Scrooge
Princes
Abu
Genie
Sally
Parade???
Is it possible????
You’ll find a touring plan for all that and more on http://www.characterlocator.com
It’s out of date.
i have a trip planned for 11/25/16 to 12/1/16 do you know when i would be able to purchase tickets for the very merry christmas party ?
Usually April
I found Captain Hook roaming in adventureland in 2013.
He rarely appears in Magic Kingdom
Hi Kenny, do you know if any of the special party characters appear during the week before Christmas? There are no more parties that week but I was hoping some of the party characters may be around since the xmas parade replaces festival of fantasy, xmas wishes replaces regular wishes, etc.
No party characters are exclusive to the party like Princes and Dwarfs and such.
Your information is invaluable–thank you so much for the time and details in every post! The map above is for 2015, right? Sometimes it’s hard to tell year to year as changes are subtle.
Yes I just updated the other day
I should put the year on it
Hi, Kenny. A few people on message boards have mentioned a meet n greet with a Christmas elf and reindeer this year at MVMCP. Have you heard anything about this and if so what is the location and times of their meet and greet?
They appeared randomly in Frontierland and next to Swiss Family tree
Does the Christmas Party sell out?
Yes many dates sell out
How do the lines for Cinderella/Rapunzel with princes work since they already have a regular meet? You said to get in line around 6:30 which is still w/in regular park hours. Do they cut the lines off early for non-party guests or is there a separate line for those of us who want to meet the princes too? Thx
They will cut regular line
What is best way to see both 7D and Jack? Thanks:)
7D early and Jack late. I have detailed plans on http://www.characterlocator.com
Are the photographers at the character greets so you can use memory maker?
Usually
We just got back from Disney, and I loved Characterpalooza. It was amazing, and I really appreciate all the information you provided. We already have our trip for next Christmas planned, but I was wondering if Santa stitch does a meet anywhere. My son just loved him at Characterpalooza, and I just ordered him the movies. Thanks!
Animal Kingdom lodge Christmas meets and the first OKW meet
Kenny
We’re going to MVMCP on Dec 16th. My oldest daughter loves Sandy Claws so my husband will line up for that for her. However, my youngest daughter wants the seven dwarfs. We will also be in MK on Dec 18 but won’t attend party. Is it possible to line up really early for dwarfs on the 18th and see them right at 7:00 before we are ushered out?
Kelly
What is the app? I cannot seem to find it. Love the tips btw!
http://www.characterlocator.com
Can’t wait to download your app when I get my new phone this week! I had a parade spot question- our crew of 8 (2 parents, 6 kids) will be lining up at 6 for Seven Dwarfs. We aim to be somewhere to watch first parade before our youngest falls asleep. We tend to stay away from wheelchair areas for her always and have no need to watch from Main Street. Will it be hard to find a spot over by Liberty Tree Tavern or another spot if we line up 30 minutes ahead of time? And would we get stuck from there trying to find a spot for fireworks? Thank you for all of your work- it really helps give a good idea of expectations!
You’d be best viewing from Town Square
Jack came out at 6:15 on 11/20 party. Heard he has been coming out early for parties. People lines up at 4. Line is fairly quick (way better than Villains Unleashed lines).
My party is really only concerned about meeting the Ducks and Santa Goofy as far as characters go. How soon do lines start forming for them before the party start? Thanks.
Rarely form before the party for them.
My party is only concerned with meeting the 3 Ducks and Santa Goofy. How soon does either of their lines begin forming before the party begins? Thanks in advance.
No Woody & Jesse at the Horseshoe Dance Party this year?
Nope
RATS! That was so much fun.
thats 6!
Hi Kenny, Excellent Job and I thank you for all you do..
I do have a question, I love your character strategy guides.. will you have one for the mvmcp? by chance..
If not what is your best advice to meet
Jack Skellington,
Jack Sparrow
Santa Claus
Those are my three priorities
Is there a way to meet them in succession or best time to see each of them during the course of the night?
i already plan to get in line for jack skellignton at 7..
Any info or tips would be greatly appreciated.
Not possible to create Touring Plans for parties because every family has different desires. If you want me to create a custom plan, you can contact me via email and provide the funds necessary to do that task.
Will Flynn be meeting with Rapunzel in PFH during the VMCPs 2014? I’ve heard some very mixed answers.
Yup
What’s your best advice if I want to meet the 7 dwarfs and Jack? Line up for the dwarfs at 530-600 and straight to Jack, or wait and do Jack towards the end of the party?
Tell you after tonight.
any truth to the rumor that Olaf will be available for meet and greet or will we just see him on the lighting?
Castle lighting and parade only at MVMCP
There are no character meet and greets for CInderella & Prince Charming during MVMCP?
We should know later this month
Mickey does not wear a special outfit for the party, is that right?
nevermind, I saw your answer from earlier but I do have another question. Snow White is NOT with the dwarfs, is that correct?
and another question. I know it is typically cinderella and repunzel and then elsa and anna. For the party will elsa and anna be meeting with their fellas or will their meet and greet be the same as during the day.
We don’t know yet
Nope
Yes, he should be wearing a Christmas outfit and still talk
Hello Do you think Perriwinkle will make an appearance this Christmas season for meet and greets?
Doubt it.
:( too bad! Didn’t have enough time last year for my daughter to see her – I think it would be such a nice Christmas treat for the fairy meet and greets–I really can not understand why they took all the other fairies away – I always thought it was a wonderful experience !
Hello Kenny, I was wondering if Flynn Rider meets with Rapunzel during Christmas week, when MVMCP is no longer taking place.
No, only for parties
Hello! When will we know which characters will be at this years MVMCP? Hoping for Anna and Elsa, maybe with Kristoff? We are going to the Nov 7th party, what should we expect for crowds?
Thanks!
Maybe a week or two before.
Hi!
All this fairy movement is coming up. Do you think Periwinkle will still come out at the MVMCP this year? Missed her this past December because of wait times and opted for Ariel and rides. Thanks!
Not sure, it’s too far away to know
I downloaded the app but there are no times listed for Rapunzel and Flynn under the Christmas Party. Has anyone confirmed that he is definitely there with her?
Yes they are there. Fixed the error.
In here now. Got ok line at 6:30 came out at 7:45!! Got right in Mary Poppins line and waited 45 minutes!
Wow, Bert is really popular
Thank you so much!
My family is going to the last day of MVCMP. Do you think is possible our plan (it is not in order)?
1) Dwarves
2) Mary Poppins, Bert and Penguin
3) Scrooge
4) See the shows (only parade [2nd], fireworks, Celebrate the Season).
5) Jingle Cruise
6) Shop MVCMP souvenir
7) Space Mountain
We will be at 4PM in the park and leave when the park closes.
Sure, with the right plan you could. Do the rides before you get in line for dwarfs
Meant wanted to make sure BEAST wasn’t with her :)
Nope, Beast never meets with her at this time. He is only available with Be Our Guest DINNER reservation.
Ok, thanks. We already have a FP+ there for another day, so we’ll use that. I just wanted to make sure that Belle wasn’t with her or something during the party. What about Santa? Thanks for the quick response!
Santa doesn’t begin appearing at the Magic Kingdom during the day until after Thanksgiving.
Hi, thanks so much for this info. I have two questions: What will the Belle M&G @ EtwB be like during the MVMCP? Is it worth visiting if we’ll be doing regular ETwB on another day? Or, is there something different/special about the M&G during MVMCP?
Also, you mention that Santa can be visited other times. Does that mean he’s at the park from open to close or are there only certain times to see him? I am trying to figure out whether we should use party time to see him or not.
Thanks!
I would go there during the day, as the experience doesn’t change. It’s not a typical meet either. It’s a show with a photo op at the end.
Is Mickey in his Christmas outfit anywhere in the party? I thought Talking Mickey was only in standard attire, is that correct?
No Christmas outfit at mk. He does dress up at ak
Kenny, would it be an ok idea to see Rapunzel during the first parade? Crowds would be slightly low for her during that time?
I want to see the castle lit at 6:15 or I’d get in line then for her.
During parade might be good, but early and late are recommended
When would you recommend meeting Mary Poppins, Bert and crew?
I would be guessing until after tonight’s party, but after a parade might be a good time.
Tiana and Naveen will be high priority for us during the VMCP. What time do we get in line for them?
I would do the meet that begins before the party
Good idea- thanks.
What will Mary Poppins be wearing at the Christmas Party? And is she daily in the magic kingdom in her white dress with red bows?
Temperature usually determines costume. If it’s cool out, she will be in nanny outfit.
Is she still in the magic kingdom daily in the white dress?
Yes Mary is mk and and ep. Check those schedules under Characters
When is the best time to visit so that you can take advantage of the Christmas decorations/festivities, but not be there at peak crowd time? Some other research I’ve done points to second week of Dec. and I plan to check your app for wait times etc. during the time frame, but wanted to see what your opinion was.
First week of dec or the two weeks before Thanksgiving. Second week of dec gets much busier toward end of that week.
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Does Tinker Bell always meet with Rosetta during the party? Even if its Terrance during the day?
It is always Tink, but likely will be Periwinkle with her this year
I am going to MVMCP on November 11th. Any idea what the schedule will be for shows, parades, and characters with locations? Or no since that is the first Christmas Party for 2013.
2013 schedules won’t be available until later, but the ones I’ve listed should be pretty accurate.
Can we use FP to see the princesses and princes at the party since they now offer FP at the Town Square Theatre?
No FP for any attraction during party
We are going to MNSSHP and MVMCP on the same trip- and have not been to either before. If we meet the Dwarves and the Princes and Princesses at MNSSHP is it really worth taking the time to line up again at MVMCP?
I would visit them for the Christmas Party and use the Halloween Party for the others that only appear then.
where is the new fantasylsnd wall located on a map? back by ETWB and little mermaid or by sideshow tent?
Yes, ETWB, Gaston’s Tavern and Mermaid are “New Fantasyland” Storybook Circus is the other area. There’s pinpoint maps on the app. http://www.characterlocator.com
Where does Santa and Mrs. Claus meet at in Epcot??
Next to American Adventure, that schedule will be posted in November.
FYI, your jack sparrow entry refers to the halloween parade instead of Christmas
Sorry about that, error corrected.
Would you be able to make a printable Character Checklist and post it? I am trying to find one for my niece to use when we go to Disney World. This could be a great addition to your website to have everyday checklist as well as lists for the specialty times. Thanks.
My http://www.characterlocator.com app would be your best resource for this information