Is there ever an off season anymore at Disneyland?  Doesn't seem to be.  Halloween ended last weekend, but we are already predicting crowds this week for Veterans Day and the start of Tiana's Showboat Jubilee (inspired by the Princess and the Frog animated feature).  The park will also be taping the Very Merry Christmas Parade this weekend with some spots filmed during the week.  But don't expect crowds to lighten up after this week.  The Christmas season officially starts at the resort on November 13th this year, followed the next week by Thanksgiving - and then the really BIG crowds begin to show up!  No worries, it isn't all about crowds today, we also have stunning construction photos and updates from the parks, including some exciting progress in the World of Color viewing park.

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Halloween is just one day away and that means huge crowds for the Disneyland Resort all weekend as guests scramble to see the Halloween Screams fireworks, Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, and Mickey's Trick or Treat Party before the holiday is over.  That also means parking in remote lots if you arrive late to the resort.  David gives you the tips you need if you plan to visit Disneyland this weekend.  He also fills us in on the newly reopened Magic Shop on Main Street USA, automated stroller rental, an extra night just added to Knot's Halloween Haunt, and lots of great tips and photos from Disneyland.

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Darkbeer is back to fill us in on the latest Southern California theme park news.  He is being run ragged by bridezilla, but that hasn't stopped his pursuit of the week's best theme park deals, news, photos, and more.  This week, news from Knott's Berry Farm, Six Flags, Universal Studios, and much more.

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Darkbeer is back "In the Parks" this week, with a side trip to the floor of the D23 Expo. We start out taking a look at the new Lion King tram setup and operation. Then, we go inside the D23 Expo and get a sneak peek at the new stuff that Disney is showing off. Parks and Resorts has some wonderful Cars Land models on display, and David takes a look at them. Also, get a in-depth opinion of the Bob Iger keynote, and several opinions from around the Disney-verse. Finally, get a peek at Donny Osmond and the ABC keynote from the Expo. Last, we take a look at some new construction work as Disneyland prepares for Halloween Time. Every week, we bring you a whole Southern California of fun when we take a look "In The Parks"!

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It's a star spangled theme park update today!  Disneyland will be filled to the rafters this weekend, do you know where to park if the main lots are full?  Don't expect a dragon in Fantasmic, though they tried, she won't be ready in time for this weekend due to structural concerns.  Knott's has a new fancy steakhouse. Universal has a campy and fun new musical show based upon the Creature from the Black Lagoon.  If you are looking for fireworks, Sea World, Knott's Berry Farm, and Disneyland will all have them on Saturday with Disneyland also having a special version of the show on Friday and Sunday as well.  All this and news, construction photos, and travel tips in today's In The Parks Disney and Theme Park Blog.

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Today, David "Darkbeer" Michael takes a look at the latest news and information from all around the Disney resorts. First, we take a look at the latest signage from around the resort, advertising the new and exciting D23 Expo. Next, we're in for a special treat - we get a full review of the new "Magical" fireworks at Disneyland. His opinion? A good show, but shorter and with less fireworks than "Remember". Finally, we take a look around the park with pictures of current California Adventure construction, progress at the Grand Californian hotel, and much more! In The Parks is your guide to all Southern California theme parks, and appears every Friday only on MiceChat!

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