Is Disneyland's World of Color Dessert Party Worth It?

[@necrotwoshoes]

A year ago, the same confusion existed on where to actually check in for WOC dessert party. And then after check-in there was still major confusion on when you were to be seated. It's good to know that even after a year they still haven't figured how to get it right. Looking at your portions, it is significantly fewer desserts than what I had last year. Shrinkflation!

[@HeatherLong-c9s]

Great review! Totally agree that you're paying for the seats, not the dessert. The desserts at World of Color One (we saw it in early November) were also super sweet. We nibbled on them and brought back the rest to the hotel and snacked on them for the remainder of our trip. At the end of a long Disney day, it was a luxury to sit and watch a show, instead of standing. I had made reservations for Blue Bayou for a different day and was glad I cancelled them. My kids aren't adventurous eaters and I don't think we would have gotten the full value of that experience. I felt like those edits on our itinerary helped balance the cost of the dessert party. On another evening of our stay, I passed by folks who were standing waiting to see World of Color. The park wasn't very crowded and I think it probably wouldn't be that bad to stand and wait for the show. However, the WOC dessert party was truly a highlight of my family's Disney adventure.

[@mindyv5680]

100% yes. It is worth it. We were just there 2 weeks ago. Our first time to the West Coast from Ohio. We loved having a seat to watch the show. Dessert and unlimited drinks were a bonus. We would absolutely do it again!

[@zepols1]

Definitely going to try this!

[@matthewkirkland6497]

Alcohol or coke products??

[@mindyv5680]

@@matthewkirkland6497 pop, water, hot chocolate and tea are unlimited. Alcohol you only get one drink. I believe it was Coke products.

[@kristenhoskin5822]

Oooo so excited to watch this one! We’ve never done the dessert party. We did watch from Lamplight last time which was great!

[@zepols1]

I appreciate this insight! Thanks for taking us along and reviewing the dessert party!

[@nurspreneurnay]

Love this!!!! You are such a great help with our upcoming Christmas trip!!!

[@disneylandlux]

We do the dessert party at least 4 times a year - love it! We enjoyed the Christmas themed drink this last trip. Always love the hot chocolate and cheese and grapes.

[@PDXKate]

We LOVED this experience and is the main thing my husband asks for when I book Disney trips ❤

[@ALettertoElyse10]

Thank you so much for this review. I’ll be there in a week and it was very helpful to see the entire process especially the check in. 😊

[@DonnyG02]

Great video as always, have a great weekend!

[@tobilam6930]

Checking in is a mess. The first time we did the desert party, I asked so many people and called the 714 number to get information about where to sign in, and NO ONE could help me. I finally found a cast member who knew where I needed to go. They do have glowing globes for the kids, but I think they should give adults the option of either the glowing globe or alcoholic beverages, especially for families like mine that don't drink. HOWEVER, our family is doing our third round this Christmas break, we love the whole thing.

[@MariaM-ty3bq]

This is very helpful in deciding whether or not to pay for the dining package. Thank you!

[@audjusushi]

That's a huge shame that the information on the website is incorrect! Thanks for making this video! I'm prone to get lost at the best of times and I wouldn't have known where to go!

[@LoriLeePattonMusic]

I didn't realize that guests now have to stand up during World of Color. I haven't been to California Adventure in many years, but I saw World of Color shortly after it opened in 2010. As far as I can recall, everyone sat down on the ground in the designated viewing area for the entirety of the show. I don't know how shorter people and kids would be able to see the show well with everybody standing.

[@mouthytim]

We're going with a family of 5 and being able to sit through the whole performance after a long day is what sold us, maybe the 2 adult beverages as well.😂😅😂😅

[@needanap2needanap232]

Thanks for all of the info!

[@DojoGrant]

Thanks for the review! We will be utilizing this package next week! :) I do have a quick question for you, though: Does the Incredicoaster open back up between the two World of Color shows (or remain open the whole time)?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@DojoGrant I’m pretty sure it’s open the whole time.

[@jimblair2692]

We went in August for our granddaughter’s birthday. We op’ed for the fruit cheese plate off the special dietary menu. Much better especially that late at night and was able to take the leftovers to the hotel for snacks. It consisted of more cheeses, and different fruits. Grapes, strawberries, kiwi, and blackberries.

[@Alohasheree]

Thank you 😊

[@larajens9066]

We did a traditional World of Color dessert party and the check in process was the same…we were lucky enough to have a tall table in the back, kept us dry on a windy night. The desserts and cheeses looked almost the same as what you ate, we did it as a treat for me and my daughter and think it was worth it.

[@mmh290]

Thanks for sharing! The price tag is a bit steep for me, but it looks like something that would be nice to do once for a special occasion.

[@StacyCowan-i3z]

We loved the dessert party! We were told when we checked in that thats when they assign your seat so lining up isnt super important.

[@pixiepinkcrystalsrosetta7027]

I have mobility issues so for us it was great just to be able to sit and enjoy the show. The earlier you check in the better your seat! Choosing the high back chairs gives a better view so request them! I like the fact you get some not so sweet foods at this one unlike the Oogie Boogie version which is ALL SWEETS. Children receive a light changing sipper which is awesome! We had plenty leftover to snack on later at the hotel as well. 😋

[@veronicareitherreese6671]

Thanks for the review. I always wondered about the view. I was curious if the price tag was worth the view. Having the lower seats seem iffy. The sitting part is a plus. If you get the chance, try the higher level to see if the view has fewer people and lampposts. Thanks! The Rice Krispy treat must have been stale. Bummer.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@veronicareitherreese6671 So the higher seats are directly behind the lower seats. So the lampposts would still be in the way. And given the distance of the people to the seating area I would imagine the extra 2 feet elevation wouldn’t avoid the standing guests heads. The higher tables are so those guests can see over the lower table guests.

[@veronicareitherreese6671]

@SoCalDisneyDad Thanks

[@warfjm]

$89 per person is nearly the cost of a park ticket just for the ability to sit. The dessert plate they gave you looked very uninspiring. A rice crispy treat?!?!? Really? No thanks. I'll sign up for the free VQ.

[@sophiasdreamquinnblue8977]

If you’re patient, lol.

[@Ysa_Art]

Specialty cus of the poll of the middle of the view

[@wendypoloway8692]

We went on November 21 to the second performance. Our check in went quite a bit better than yours. We felt the desserts were not great, we also loved the cheese and grapes. We did enjoy the show very much…we had never seen World of Color before so we had no comparison to the regular show. The real problem we had is we were unprepared for the cold…it was brutal! Had we prepared a bit better we would have had a fabulous time. Was it worth the price? Not for the food but I would say yes for the show. One and done for us….but we did not regret spending the money.

[@lisabostrack24]

I have only seen World of Color once. I really do like it. I like the Jack Sparrow part, too. I would do the dessert party. Specially for the view. Me being short. It would be perfect.

[@sophiasdreamquinnblue8977]

I’ve never seen it, but maybe one day. ❤

[@Healings_808]

I booked this for next month but I’m still thinking. Heard the non season WOC is better though. Booked it for my kids bday 🤔🤔🤔🤔. I hoping for the high tables.

[@Luna.RN15]

Do you get an assigned area when you do virtual cue? How does going about that way work?

[@ThyDWSNieuwegein]

How crowded is it really on thanksgiving week? I’m going Saturday😅

[@sophiasdreamquinnblue8977]

Let us know.

[@oliviameza6264]

Traver I heard if you book the last reservation at lamp light lounge and eat outside you can stay and watch world of color from there. I wanted to try this when we go in February. Have you tried it?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@oliviameza6264 I have not, but I’ve heard plenty of people do it.

[@LoraineGutierrez13]

Thank you, travel for the information. Especially on the chicken! It's hard enough when you're tired. It's dark and even though one thing says something. The reality is something else you just relieved. Probably about 40% of the stress when doing an activity like this. I'm curious about the tall tables. Are they in the back question mark is the view just as good question mark my brother and I are tall, but I don't want to compromise our $90 view just because we. Want to be courteous to other people

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@LoraineGutierrez13 They are bar stool type height. The taller chairs along with the taller tables. I feel like they would have a significantly higher view (2-3 feet higher) so if you were at a lower table they’d still be able to see over you. But you make that decision at check in, so you could always ask the cast members opinions and they’ll tell you if you’re fine, etc.

[@linda-g8t1y]

If you guys ever can say what Christmas foods are available in downtown Disney Anyone else wondering? Thank you! Love all your guys videos watch them daily 😌

[@sophiasdreamquinnblue8977]

I believe he did a video on that already.

[@Theferd42]

Me and my wife were thinking about it. Glad I saw this. Not worth it in my opinion.

[@lauramessenger1217]

Sitting at 73 is everything😂

[@loganmccorkle9962]

My family of 6 will be going for christmas and are gonna probaby do the dessert party. Did you have an assigned seat? Or was it pick your own seat?

[@tarazieminek1947]

Assigned seating

[@jriker1]

Not related but thought I'd post in the latest video. I'm coming to Disneyland for the first time in ages but specifically before the mobile app existed. No one ever shows this but is the map on the iPhone app interactive? Does it show where you are when you are at the park? Does it do anything specific with your location? Show paths to get to different places? Thanks!!

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@jriker1 it does show your current location. It will not tell you where to go. But it’s very easy to follow and figure out where to go.

[@JM-rd6rq]

Does anyone happen to know what date the Holiday WOC show ends? Will Jan 4 for example be the holiday show or the regular show?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@JM-rd6rq Should still be Christmas version on January 4th. Their website still reflects Season of Light on Jan 4th under the events schedule.

[@yvettechristensen8315]

Yeah, we have done the dessert parties for Party Parades a few times, we will be skipping it in the coming year.

[@LunaBellaPhotos]

I saw your wife this past Saturday and we chatted for a bit. Felt like I spotted a celebrity! Ha.

[@koffeekat8106]

What are the chairs like? As a wife bottomed lady, I'm curious if the chairs have arms?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@koffeekat8106 there were no arms on the chairs. It’s very similar to most of the Disney quick service seats but with padding.

[@nats080990]

Hi :) is it one tray of food per table? Thanks 😊

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@nats080990 per person.

[@tarazieminek1947]

Yeah, we did this last week. It wasn't really worth it. You end up walking quite a way to check in, them standing in line for about half an hour; if I wanted to stand for half an hour I would have just done the virtual queue. The food wasn't great. The coffee and hot chocolate were mediocre. On the plus side, my kids loved the light up sippers and the view was excellent. I think for most people it will be a "one and done" experience. However, if you're the type of person who likes to have a few drinks at Disney it could be more worthwhile. (Nobody in our party was drinking alcohol.)

[@andyg3752]

My wife and I did the dessert party on 24th Nov. I thought it was a nice experience but there was a man standing in the section in front of us with kid on his shoulder blocking a lot of our view. When you are paying that much I probably expected they be asked to not do that. I have no problem with that in other areas but we couldn’t stand as we would block views of others behind us. Also I saw the world of colour one show on Nov 12th and turned up about 1min before it started and got a spot right up the front with one of my sons. Had a much better view than the dessert party view although you do have to stand but we were only standing for the 25mins of the show. But one thing I can say is world of colour one was far superior to the holiday version. My son and I both especially loved the Star Wars part of it.

[@kcomeaux2]

We did the dessert party when DCA had the pixar parade BUT ONLY because they were allowing discounts for magic key holders. If that was the case here, I'd consider it but heck no does this look like it's worth $89! I think I paid $54/person for the parade reserved seating and dessert.

[@Alohasheree]

Can people ride the Paradise Pier attractions while the show is happening?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@Alohasheree A few of them, but I always forget which ones are running and which are closed.

[@StarViewer68]

Question: In case the World of Color nighttime show is canceled due to high winds or other inclement weather, will you receive a refund or a voucher for the dessert party?

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@StarViewer68 guests will be refunded if it’s cancelled.

[@jadeblue86]

👍

[@Justafoxandabear-nr8pb]

Uh, I think I'd skip season of light. But I love the dessert party for the non seasonal WOC show. I get a to go box and order many cokes and waters to go. Lol

[@leighims]

I love the Trans Siberian Orchestra! They’ll be in Vegas and Anaheim soon.

[@Huerak]

❤

[@stephaniewhittington64]

I think the seats are worth it

[@CheriB702]

My husband I and did the Oogie Boogie Bash dessert party. The desserts were really good but oh my goodness, sugar overload! It was all sweets. Our table was up front and center to the parade. Our experience compared to yours was much better in my opinion. Grapes and cheeses and a few desserts. Nah. I think Disney needs to work on the menu a little more. The concept is good, but I feel the food items need to be better for the price.

[@tarazieminek1947]

Yeah, my opinion of the event would probably be better if they had proper cappuccinos included instead of average drip coffee.

[@kevinlynch8106]

I feel like if had done a better job researching what to expect, where to go, and how to order you would have had a better experience.

[@SoCalDisneyDad]

@@kevinlynch8106 I had a plenty fine experience. And I did research where to go. They moved the location and did not make that clear.

[@freya1548]

Makes me happy I skipped it during my trip.