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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #300 on: November 02, 2017, 03:24:42 PM »
This is absolutely stunning, and I can't wait to see it in person Nov 9-12!

One question, sorry if it has already been answered....but will Christmas in Midtown be choreographed to music or is it a stagnant display? Even if it is stagnant, it will still be absolutely breathtaking, but i couldn't remember if we discussed it being choreographed or not. Thanks!
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #301 on: November 02, 2017, 07:54:12 PM »
Some more preview photos -- check out the entrances to the area.  WOW

http://www.midwestinfoguide.com/2017/11/christmas-in-midtown-testing-sdc.html

Just in case anyone might have missed these brand new photos on the previous page
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #302 on: November 02, 2017, 08:53:20 PM »
Definitely looking very impressive.  Can't wait to see it and film it this Saturday.  Excited about what they've got.  I have a feeling it will be a bit of a late night.  :-)
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #303 on: November 06, 2017, 11:01:46 AM »
the pictures don't do it justice.  It was absolutely incredible.  Possibly the best lights display I've seen.

If anyone would like to get a look at the finished product, there's a brief video on the SDC Fans Facebook page I shot on Saturday.  I've also got a ton of photos on my photo site.  You can see them at:
https://sirwillow.smugmug.com/Amusement-Parks-Roller/Mid-USA-TX-MO-OK-etc/Silver-Dollar-City-Christmas-in-Mid-Town
(start about page 7)

I'll have a full video preview posted to my youtube channel Tuesday or Wednesday.  :-)
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #304 on: November 07, 2017, 01:46:55 PM »
Got the video posted!  it's "unlisted" until tomorrow afternoon, but since there has been interest here, I figured I'd post a link here for everyone.  Several minutes of video footage and a few photos are at the end.  It's not the best video I've done by any means, but hope you enjoy it and a look at the rest of SDC around Christmas as well.

https://youtu.be/8VyyGhGR0PI
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #305 on: November 09, 2017, 09:44:09 AM »
Thanks so much for the video sirwillow! My wife and I likely won't be able to visit during Old Time Christmas this year so we really enjoyed what you shared with us here. Thanks again for taking the time and making the effort with this and sharing it with everyone.

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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #306 on: November 13, 2017, 06:07:56 PM »
The lights are as good as promised. So many people standing around taking photos and selfies, which I guess is the modern sign that they've done a good job. Grandfather's mansion and the bakery are very popular again. Only thing that stood out as odd was some of the music, which I think has been mentioned before. Not sure why they are going with modern Christmas music in the middle of the 1880's old time Christmas, but whatever. It's kind of weird when you go between areas and the classic stuff clashes with the more modern Michael Buble, but maybe that's just because I'm so used to the old stuff.

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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #307 on: November 15, 2017, 12:20:26 PM »
I think it would be better to do without the music.  There's enough going on with people talking, the big tree on Main Street going off...we heard both at the same time Sunday.

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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #308 on: November 18, 2017, 08:23:14 AM »
Some additional installation photos of Christmas in Midtown
http://www.midwestinfoguide.com/2017/10/christmas-in-midtown-installation-sdc_20.html

There's no excuse for people who "can't" find Midtown during Christmas.  We may have to wear shades to walk through there.

I just about think those entrance trusses could stay and be decorated for other times of the year, as well.  They may be the secret to getting people into that area.

Shhh!  That's the nice, old fashioned, quiet area of the park!  Keep it a secret!

Unless you want a thrill ride plopped down in there you better hope the foot traffic increases the rest of the year.  JS

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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #309 on: November 24, 2017, 10:44:28 AM »
Because you can never have enough photos of Christmas in Midtown
http://www.midwestinfoguide.com/2017/11/christmas-in-midtown-sdc.html
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #310 on: November 24, 2017, 03:38:02 PM »
Great pictures... the lights are amazing.. 

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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #311 on: November 26, 2017, 12:45:23 PM »
Did anyone ever get a shot of the expanded lot 3? I finally noticed the construction is pretty much complete on my last visit. I'm sure it was finished early in the summer and flew under the radar. It is now mostly asphalt with painted spaces and stretches farther to the south. Still a drop in the bucket compared to the # of spaces they need and will need soon.

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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #312 on: November 26, 2017, 04:27:11 PM »
^ We don't have a picture but we did park in the newly paved Lot 3 during our July visit.  a lot nicer without all the dust
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« Reply #313 on: November 26, 2017, 06:07:59 PM »
That's my new favorite lot. 
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Re: SDC's 2017 Project Part 2
« Reply #314 on: November 27, 2017, 08:44:05 AM »
I got a chance to visit Christmas in Midtown this weekend. The lights are amazing. You could hear people audibly gasp as they walked in.

I have to agree with those who mentioned the music. While I love the lights, the modern, pop Christmas music 1) doesn't fit in with SDC, and 2) is way too loud. The music is so loud that it distracts from the lights. Plus, if you stand in the right places, you hear the music from the square and the music in Midtown at the same time...sensory overload!! That being said, it's a great addition and adds new life to the Midtown area.

Speaking of Midtown, Sullivan's Mill has basically been converted to a Cinnamon Bread store. A lot of the inventory is gone.