Been three times and we love it. The parade is worth the $$$ on it's own imho - you will find a good clip of it on
youtube. it starts with the headless horseman, has various baddies from Disney films, lots of characters from the haunted mansion ride etc. some great special effects too, love the grave diggers.
The spooky fireworks are also amazing.
In addition to the two parades (they are identical) and the fireworks you get a trick or treat bag when you go in. My kids never have to bring back sweets for their classmates
Also, there are various different characters out - last year we saw all seven dwarves and also the Wicked Queen who offered DD a bite out of her apple for the photo. Every year Cinderella's coach is out surrounded by pumpkins for a picture opportunity.
We always go near Halloween and the crowds are massive but most reports for September are that the rides are easy to get on due to the crowds.
When we went mid-October very few adults were in fancy dress but near Halloween you get loads.
If you have any specific questions let me know

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