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This page is to help you quickly jump through this picture set. Below you will see a listing of the pages and the captions on that page.

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    The exit banner at the Mickey and Friends Parking structure for Halloween Time 2018. Interesting it only features Disney California Adventure.
    Something I keep forgetting to mention. Several weeks (now months I think) ago they repainted the Team Disney building along the freeway.
    A wide view of the back side of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from the Mickey and Friends Parking Structure.
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    The background spires continue to take shape. No concrete applied yet.
    Panning to the right looks like more scaffolding is removed from the first formations to rise up.
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    Most of the scaffolding is removed from this section.
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    A closer look at the background spires.
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    The blue tarps are gone as you look toward Critter Country. Guess that means the rock work in that area is done to a point they no longer need to protect the trees.
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    The wire mesh for this area continues to take shape. I did not see any concrete yet.
    No visible progress on the paneling that filled in the access hole on the Battle Escape Building along Disneyland Drive.
    A closer look at the mesh formation for the rock work.
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    No real visible progress closing in this access door. Looks like most of the opening will be closed up and only a smaller doorway left.
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    The new parking structure continues to grow.
    The escalator area has reached the 5th floor on the left side, but looks like the 4th floor does not extend to the far side.
    On the right side you can see 4 floors and the decking for the 5th inching closer.
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    Work on the ground level. Assuming these will be where the escalators will end up.
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    The 2nd floor connection is poured and the first sections of the 3rd floor of the garage are.
    The ramp connecting to the third floor and waiting to be extended upwards.
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    Here you can see the first section of the third floor was poured and preparations for the next section.
    Another look at the escalator structure. The path underneath/through it was being used by trucks delivering supplies.
    The second ramp taking shape on top of the first one.
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    A video featuring a look around the new parking structure construction.
    More supports for the 2nd ramp are being set up
    Here you can see where the first ramp connects to the third floor.
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    The back half of the garage is having the second floor poured and taking shape.
    The first sections of the second ramp have been poured and the next ones look just about ready for concrete.
    In the back of the structure another connection to the Mickey and Friends garage.
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    The back portion of the second floor
    A team working on the ramp.
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    A look at the connection/access to the third floor on the first ramp.
    The connection for the 2nd floor to Mickey and Friends.
    Below the ramp the supports are now removed and they continue to work on the ground level. Also look to be storing some forms there.
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    Looking toward Magic Way you can see various stages of completion on the different floors. Nearest is the third floor and out in the distance you can see supports going up for the 2nd floor.
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    Throughout the resort the warning signs from the state of California seem to be getting larger and more intrusive.
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    From the escalator.
    Many of the supports for the 2nd floor have been removed in the nearest section as work on the ground level continues.
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    The view from ground level.
    The billboards now feature Halloween Time
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    Work seems to be slowly wrapping up on this side of Naples.
    First stop today Disney California Adventure. The Halloween Time entrance decorations are the same as last year.
    Buena Vista Street looked the same as last year on a first walk through.
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    The headless horseman has returned.
    Carthay Circle
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    Pumpkins on the 2nd patio.
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    Disney California Adventure wait times at 1:26pm
    Bugs Land closed last week. Walls now circle it. Removal is underway behind them. A new set of Marvel Experiences are taking over the space.
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    A small hint of things to come on the wall.
    A final look at the archway. Assuming this will be removed in the coming days.
    Walls come right up to Maters.
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    The residents of Radiator Springs are once again celebrating Haul-O-Ween. The scare car is out front.
    Route 66 is decorated the same as last year.
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    Mater's Graveyard JamBooree
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    Haul-O-Ween drive in movie selection.
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    Vanpire Mater at the Cozy Cone
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    This year for Halloween throughout both parks there is an expanded set of special offerings. I will include pictures of some of the signs in this picture set (I posted the press release earlier in the week that lists the food items and has some pictures)
    The Spokey Cone Macaron
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    Walls are up just past Luigis.
    Noteworthy this side they did put the Stark graphic on.. just a Route 66.. even though it is on Cross Street and heading away from Route 66.
    Will be interesting to see what this sign is changed to
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    Turning around and looking up Cross Street.
    It was hard to tell but the Racers lines were backed up and a line for Red was also in the area.
    Speaking of Red here he is in his clown costume.
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    Jumping around to Hollywood land now. The walls on that side feature a Stark Industries logo.
    Wait times and return times for Guardians were mild this afternoon. It was 1:46pm when I took this picture.
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    The Hyperion steps have a Frozen overlay. First time I noticed this. Not sure how old it is.
    The Animation Building exterior renovation continues.
    At the food truck in Hollywood Land.
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    At the bar in Hollywood Land.
    The Black Panther was outside greeting guests. The doors were closed, he used to meet inside the lobby of Stage 17.
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    The AP Corner is set up in the Stage 17 queue for Halloween Time.
    There will be a new button each week.
    There is also a photo op in the back corner. I opted not to wait in the line so here is the obstructed view of it.
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    The Pixar Shorts Festival has ended at the Sunset Showcase Theater.
    Another look at the renovation work.
    Signs on the wall now let you know the attractions are still open.
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    Schmoozies offerings
    Jack Skellington ears
    Class of 2018 ears are still available.
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    Vampirina arrived at Disney California Adventure today and is meeting guests in the queue are for the Sunset Showcase Theater.
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    Award Wieners offerings.
    Inside Gone Hollywood
    Oogie Boogie Popcorn buckets have returned. No waits this year.
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    Plenty in stock at most locations throughout both parks.
    The drinking fountains have finally returned to Paradise Gardens Park.
    The rest of the large trees along the parade route have now been replaced with smaller ones.
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    Coco has taken over the Paradise Gardens again turning it into Plaza de la Familia.
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    Face painting is available.
    Tree of Life display
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    A closer look.
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    Tables for arts and crafts
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    A couple of photo backdrops / Instagram walls in the area.
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    The World of Coco exhibit has returned.
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    The Paradise Garden Grill has a Mexican menu for the celebration.
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    The Paradise Garden Grill Menu
    The Paradise Garden Grill Menu
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    Tortitas de Papa Con Quesa
    Lid free here now.
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    Tacos de Estilla Callejero -- the first order that came out for our group was missing some elements.
    Tacos de Estilla Callejero
    A Musical Celebration of Coco has returned and is performed a handful of times per day.
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    Here are a couple video clips from the Musical Celebration of Coco including the new Miguel puppet.
    The Mariachi Divas are part of the show again.
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    New this year is a puppet of Miguel.
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    Thought this was interesting.. at 3:11pm the wait times and FastPass return times were very light.
    At Boardwalk Pizza
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    Preparations for the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind continue. Now all the trees and other plants appear to be cleared.
    No visible progress in Bing Bong's
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    This was interesting. Several areas fenced off on Pixar Pier.
    The pavement looks to be painted yellow. Not sure what they are doing but I hope there is more coming because it did not look very good.
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    Toy Story was down and Mr. Potato Head was frozen. Surprised the curtain was not drawn.
    Scaffolding is removed around Jessie's Critter Carousel. Target opening is still listed as 2019, but it looks like the repainting is complete.
    The water in Paradise Bay did not look as brown today.
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    Fall plantings in Paradise Park.
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    Donald on Buena Vista Street in his Halloween costume.
    Halloween Treats at Trolley Treats.
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    The current Disney California Adventure guide map and time schedule.
    Inside Bugs Land is now a patch of green.
    The current Disneyland guide map and times guide.
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    Making my way over to Disneyland.
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    Main Street has traditional decorations this year.
    The giant Mickey pumpkin in Town Square.
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    Facade renovation work continues on the east side of Main Street.
    New Villain balloons for sale on Main Street USA
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    There is only one balloon but a different set of villains on each side.
    Disneyland waits at 4:23pm
    Fences are up around the water areas on the west side of the hub.
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    The Mark Twain Riverboat was boarding but the top deck was roped off so I skipped the cruise.
    Looks like work on the Laod Bhang & Co sign has wrapped up.
    The final product. I have a blog post looking at the progress over the last several visits if you are interested.
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    Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Spires in the distance
    At a cart in New Orleans Square
    4:30pm and FastPasses are long gone for Haunted Mansion Holiday. Standby only at 50 minutes this warm afternoon (it was in the mid 80s)
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    During the switchover they removed the planter/seating along the walkway. This added a few more feet to the path.
    Benches have been added to some of the span.
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    Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from Critter Country.
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    The Mark Twain Riverboat rounding the bend on the Rivers of America - note no one on the top deck.
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    At the Hungry Bear.
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    Winnie the Pooh greeting guests.
    Some of the treats
    Some of the treats available in Pooh Corner
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    The Haunted Mansion
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    The walls are down from the planter removal project near the DVC stand. The planter is gone but looks like a light post will be going back. For now trash cans are there and looks to be a staging area for extended queue poles.
    Where a planter once was..
    Went for a hike up to the top of the tree house. Here is a look at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from there.
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    Mobile ordering has been added to the Tiki Juice Bar. The side facing the Tiki Garden was for pick up only this afternoon.
    The partners statue is surrounded by pumpkins as usual.
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    Fall plantings.
    The compass in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle has been renovated recently. Too many guests for a good picture.
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    Sleeping Beauty Castle
    Toontown is ready for Halloween.
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    I keep thinking one of these years they may decorate the area more. Not this year.. looks the same as previous.
    Several dining locations have new/larger warning signs now. It is on the right..
    A closer look.
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    A check of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge work from the Miss Daisy
    From Chip and Dale's tree house
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    Halloween Balloons that light up.
    Some work going adjacent to Edelweiss snacks
    Pixar Fest is over but the Monorails still have their overlays.
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    More warnings at the Tomorrowland Terrace
    Pixar Fest cups are still in use at most locations throughout the parks.
    Pizza Planet is still around.
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    As is the Pixar Shorts Festival in Tomorrowland.
    Ghost Galaxy returned today for Halloween Time.
    The posted wait at 5:34pm... I am assuming it was down recently or the sign is wrong..
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    Stormtroopers on patrol
    The walls are gone from the project in Tomorrowland.
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    The seating has been removed and the support footprint reduced to open up the walkway.
    The mural on the north side of Tomorrowland is back.
    Looks the same to me.
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    More Halloween balloons.
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    Minnie Mouse was walking the parade route greeting guests (Pluto was too).
    Halloween Time banners line Downtown Disney.
    The new entrance to Naples is moving along. Paneling is being installed and the lights are on.
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    On the other side you can see the new sign
    Halloween decorations have taken over for Pixar Fest in the planters throughout Downtown Disney.
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    Wetzel's Pretzels has been gutted.
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    Work continues on the 2nd floor for the new dining locations.
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    Looks like the repainting has wrapped up on the south side.
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    No changes on the west side. Same as the last month or so.
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    Disney Dress Shop featuring a Sally dress
    Halloween Treats for sale in the Grand Californian Lobby
    They are constructing a Halloween showpiece that will be made of various treats.
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    White Water Snacks will be closing for renovation and expansion soon.
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    Back in the park more Halloween Time treats.
    No chocolate samples again at Ghirardelli.
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    As the sun was setting I took another look around Cars Land.
    Flo's V8 Cafe
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    Stanley
    Route 66 this evening.
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    Luigi is celebrating the holiday again this year too.
    Ramones
    A tribute to Doc inside Ramones
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    The lighting moment has changed for the 2018 Haul-O-Ween celebration. Here is a video of this years.
    Here is a video of the 2017 lighting moment for comparison.
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    The horn was left up since last year so it is still out.
    Lightning in his costume.
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    Lightning arriving at the Cozy Cone.
    The Brakes Motel model in the Cozy Cone lobby.
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    Mater's Graveyard JamBooree entrance as the sun set.
    Carthay Circle features purple lights again.
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    Goofy meeting guests in Carthay Circle dressed as a ghost/spirit.
    The headless horseman.
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    Disney California Adventure waits at 7:34pm
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    A heavy crowd streaming into the park as I was exiting.
    Esplanade banners for Halloween Time
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    Disney California Adventure Halloween Time entrance decorations.
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    Disneyland Halloween Time entrance decorations
    The Villain balloons light up at night.
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    Disneyland waits at 7:54pm
    Stormtroopers still out patrolling this evening.
    Ghost Galaxy this evening.
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    Ghost Galaxy projections and sound effects were on this evening.
    Pizza Planet sign at night..
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    Stroller parking.. notice the line and how a majority are outside the designated area. Cast Members showed up and started to move them all into the area.
    The Halloween Tree has returned to Frontierland.
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    Zocalo Park celebrating Dia De Los Muertos
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    The backdrop for Jack and Sally in New Orleans Square. They had wrapped up for the evening already.
    Next stop the Haunted Mansion Holiday. FastPass return was moving at a good pace this evening. It was not backed up like last year. The merge point was a little slow but not bad.
    Took 8 minutes from walking up to scan my pass until this picture in the stretching room.
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    10 minutes from scanning until passing this scene.
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    The 2018 gingerbread house.
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    Here is a video clip leading into the ballroom and featuring the gingerbread house.
    Spotted the monkey bride on my first ride through.. center of the frame in the back.
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    The Hatbox Ghost
    Entering the graveyard
    Jack Skellington and Zero
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    Sally in the graveyard.
    Only stopped once on this trip through. Of course my view was not that interesting with only one tombstone in sight.
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    Arrived on Main Street about 30 minutes before Remember Dreams Come True fireworks. A a lot of available space. Most guests were seated on the curbs to relax and wait.
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    About 10 minutes before show time the street had a good crowd but there was still a lot of gaps/spaces.
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    A little problem with the Mickey shells this evening. The left ear did not fire and the face seemed a tad low.
    Pumpkins on Main Street USA
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    The stretching room
    The Star Tours lasers and lights looked great tonight, this picture does not do them justice.
    One final picture of Remember Dreams Come True to wrap up this long photo set.
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