Didn't get there until 2 PM as the kids had testing they couldn't miss BUT we made it! I actually HAD to be there today for some reason. It was packed as many have said. Really didn't do much in terms of rides due to the long lines but it ws so pretty at the castle and all over. The entry photo opp is pretty with newly planted flowers in the shape of 50. Lots of 50's all over. People were already lines up for the parade before we arrive and they still had two hours to go until it started. We decided to skip it this time but will catch it another time. Headed to DCA for a short time and the lines were small. The new Block Party parade is great. The kids loved it.