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Thousands come out for MoonFest 2016

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It was another big year for MoonFest.

Organizers expected record crowds in Downtown West Palm Beach.

"Just incredible. It's a huge block party," said one attendee.

Pick a costume, any costume and you'll probably find it on Clematis Street.

Bill Braske came from Tennessee for MoonFest and it didn't let him down.

"Y'all put us to shame. Our block party is a block and y'all just shut down the whole city," says Braske.

There was live music, costume contests and even two haunted houses. It didn't disappoint.

The party also means big bucks for local businesses in downtown.

"It gives us great exposure being a new business opened in summertime a bit slower," says Ivan Dominguez.

Safety and security was a top priority. There were increased patrols and police enforced a 9 p.m. curfew for minors.