What to know before Shanghai Disneyland opens on Sunday, November 8. All times are local Shanghai time.
Shanghai Disneyland
| Park hours | 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Weather | High 17°C (63°F), low 16°C (61°F), light rain, 100% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Rope-drop pick | Rex’s Racer: usually about 16 min at opening vs. 80 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 1 PM–4 PM (headliners average 52 min) |
| Closed today | Explorer Canoes: Closed (no reopening date published) |
Prepare for light rain throughout the day, with temperatures between 16°C and 17°C. Focusing on indoor attractions or being prepared for the weather will be key to enjoying your visit to Shanghai Disneyland today.
Rope drop plan
For the biggest time savings at rope drop, consider Rex’s Racer, where you can typically save 64 minutes by experiencing it when the park opens, with an average wait of 16 minutes. TRON Lightcycle Power Run – Presented by Chevrolet also offers significant savings, typically 57 minutes, with an opening wait of 33 minutes. Soaring Over the Horizon usually has a 29-minute wait at opening, saving 49 minutes.
Plan your day
- Given the 100% chance of light rain, prioritize indoor attractions or bring appropriate rain gear to stay comfortable throughout the day.
- The park typically sees its busiest period from 1 PM to 4 PM, with average headliner waits around 52 minutes. Consider taking a break or enjoying less popular attractions during this time.
- Yesterday, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train averaged 104 minutes with a peak of 150 minutes, and Zootopia: Hot Pursuit averaged 90 minutes with a peak of 130 minutes. Plan to visit these popular attractions early or late in the day.
- Please note that Explorer Canoes is closed today with no reopening date published.
Planning another day? See the Shanghai Disney Resort crowd calendar.
Hours and the forecast are as of 5:00 AM Shanghai time on November 8. Disney can change them during the day.