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Oswald the Lucky Rabbit debuts at Disneyland annual passholder event with rare Disney Afternoon characters

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Oswald the Lucky Rabbit waves to excited fans during a vibrant nighttime parade at Disneyland, as the crowd looks on in delight.

Tonight Disneyland hosted a special event for annual passholders whose passes are expiring between October 1, 2014 and the end of the year, enticing them to renew with a character party.

Taking place across the Disney California Adventure theme park, the event brought back familiar faces from the past and introduced one highly-anticipated one.

The event was called “Fall Back to Fun” and registration was required in advance in order to attend. Those who got in enjoyed an evening of rare characters that included Disney Afternoon stars Darkwing Duck, Launchpad McQuack, and Chip n Dale Rescue Rangers.

Thanks to Sarah Woloski (of Skywalking Through Neverland) and Ashley Mitchell for supplying us with photos and video!

Bright neon theater signs light up the night as “Fall Back to Fun” beams in bold blue across the sky. Iconic silhouettes of Disney Afternoon characters and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit enhance the magical Disneyland atmosphere, promising guests a whimsical and nostalgic experience.

Darkwing Duck, one of the beloved Disney Afternoon heroes, makes a dynamic nighttime appearance outdoors, striking an action pose by pointing forward.

Donald Duck, dressed as a pilot, stands confidently with hands on hips in a softly lit setting, capturing the nostalgic magic of classic Disneyland and celebrating favorite Disney Afternoon characters.

Chip and Dale, dressed in their iconic outfits, strike a playful pose in front of a giant movie clapperboard nestled among lush greenery at Disneyland, capturing the nostalgic magic of Disney Afternoon for theme park fans.

A highlight of the evening was the first-ever appearance of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit at Disneyland, riding in a special cavalcade to Buena Vista Street. Starting September 14, Oswald will be meeting and greeting regularly there.

Video: Oswald the Lucky Rabbit character debut at Disneyland in annual passholder event cavalcade

Oswald the Lucky Rabbit greets fans from a nighttime parade float, capturing the enchanting spirit of classic Disneyland entertainment.

Oswald the Lucky Rabbit rides in a red vintage car alongside a driver during Disneyland’s nighttime parade, with cheering crowds and dazzling lights lining the route.

Oswald the Lucky Rabbit waves from a vintage car during a nighttime parade at Disneyland, as excited crowds line Main Street to watch the festivities.

Baloo from Disney Afternoon, dressed in blue shorts, rides in a vintage car during a dazzling nighttime parade at Disneyland, as excited crowds line the parade route.

Oswald the Lucky Rabbit shorts were being shown in the Muppet*Vision 3D theater as well, with passholders receiving popcorn.

Other characters making appearances included the Bowler Hat Guy, Louis, and Wilber from “Meet the Robinsons,” Remy from “Ratatouille,” Chicken Little, and Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz.

Bowler Hat Guy poses beside an oversized movie clapperboard, illuminated by moody blue lighting that evokes the playful atmosphere of Disney Afternoon adventures.

Wilbur and Lewis from Meet the Robinsons strike a playful pose together against a vibrant movie-themed backdrop, highlighted by dramatic lighting, embodying the lively atmosphere found at Disneyland's annual passholder events.

The World of Color fountains danced the night away as passholders were able to meet characters and mingle with each other until midnight.

Disneyland holds these renewal events occasionally and the best way to find out about them is to follow their AP Facebook and Twitter accounts.

While Oswald will become a Disney California Adventure regular soon, there’s no word as to whether the Disney Afternoon characters will continue appearances after tonight. Last year, Roger Rabbit made surprise appearances at the Toontown pre-party for Mickey’s Halloween Party. No such pre-party has been announced this year, but Roger did end up sticking around the park well past those parties so perhaps Darkwing, Launchpad, and more of the Disney Afternoon gang will soon be seen more often.

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