The Newsies and Pixar orchestra shows at DCA were closed pre pandemic so those offerings haven’t returned purely for that reason. Nothing pandemic related.
They still see a demand and want for Flotilla’s and sightings, so no.
Guests enjoy being able to see the characters in the park without waiting in long lines.
If the floats that are regularly receiving maintenance work aren’t working, chances are the float that’s been sitting dormant for three years definitely isn’t going to work for two parades a day.
Frozen branding is very particular about the context the sisters are seen, they usually have to be kept separate from characters outside of their storyline. So they can’t be on the gazebo with everyone else.
If you do a parade at 9, HEA at 10, and then parade again at 11, it naturally helps the crowd flow honestly.
Parade first keeps the entire hub and Main Streer from gridlocking and filling up for firework viewing because they have to keep the parade route clear. Then by the time the parade...
The floats regularly get maintenance and work done to them most days, so it’s not uncommon for elements to be replaced after some wear and tear and usage.