What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Sunday, October 11. All times are Eastern Time.
Magic Kingdom
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 7:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 88°F, low 77°F, broken clouds, 98% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $39 |
| Rope-drop pick | Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin: usually about 9 min at opening vs. 38 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 12 PM–3 PM (headliners average 36 min) |
| Closed today | Jingle Cruise: Closed through at least Nov 2, 2026; Walt Disney World Railroad - Fantasyland: Closed through at least Oct 29, 2026; Walt Disney World Railroad - Main Street, U.S.A.: Closed through at least Oct 29, 2026; Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress: Closed through at least Dec 19, 2026 |
Today at Magic Kingdom, expect a long day with park hours from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, plus Early Entry starting at 7:30 AM. Be prepared for a high chance of rain with broken clouds throughout the day.
Rope drop plan
For eligible guests, Early Entry begins at 7:30 AM. If you're looking to save time, consider heading to Tiana's Bayou Adventure, which typically has a 5-minute wait at opening, saving you 25 minutes compared to its typical peak. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin usually has a 9-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes. Note that Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin and Tiana's Bayou Adventure are also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass. Jingle Cruise is closed today through at least November 2, 2026.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $39 and is not sold out. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options available today. If you plan to purchase the Multi Pass, you might not need to rope drop rides like Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin or Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
Shows and timing
Catch The Dapper Dans starting at 9:00 AM, with multiple performances throughout the morning. Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire takes the stage at 10:00 AM. Don't miss the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM and the Happily Ever After fireworks at 9:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Start your day with Early Entry at 7:30 AM if eligible, or be at the park for the 8:00 AM opening to experience rides like Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin with minimal waits.
- Plan to take a break or enjoy shows during the typical peak hours from 12 PM to 3 PM, when rides like TRON Lightcycle / Run, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Peter Pan's Flight usually see their longest waits. Yesterday, TRON Lightcycle / Run averaged 73 minutes with a peak of 115 minutes.
- Be prepared for a 98% chance of rain today; consider indoor attractions or show times during potential downpours.
- Note that Jingle Cruise, Walt Disney World Railroad - Fantasyland, Walt Disney World Railroad - Main Street, U.S.A., and Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress are closed today.
EPCOT
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 88°F, low 77°F, broken clouds, 98% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $32 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 2 PM–5 PM (headliners average 57 min) |
| Closed today | Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026; Soarin' Around the World: Closed through at least Dec 19, 2026 |
Prepare for a warm and wet day at EPCOT with a high of 88°F and a 98% chance of rain. Eligible guests can enjoy Early Entry starting at 8:30 AM before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
With Early Entry beginning at 8:30 AM, consider heading straight to a popular attraction like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. Historically, the park typically experiences its busiest period between 2 PM and 5 PM, with average headliner waits reaching 57 minutes.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $32 and is not sold out. This can be a valuable option to save time, especially during the typical peak hours when attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Test Track are usually busiest.
Shows and timing
Catch the JAMMitors starting as early as 8:30 AM, or enjoy ¡Celebración Encanto! from 9:45 AM. Matsuriza begins at 11:00 AM, offering entertainment throughout the day, with Voices of Liberty starting at 11:15 AM.
Plan your day
- Utilize Early Entry at 8:30 AM to experience high-demand attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, which averaged 109 minutes yesterday.
- Plan for indoor activities or breaks during the afternoon, as the park typically sees its peak crowds from 2 PM to 5 PM, and there's a 98% chance of rain.
- Be aware that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed through at least Nov 26, 2026, and Soarin' Around the World is closed through at least Dec 19, 2026.
- Consider catching one of the many live performances, such as Marimba de las Américas starting at 11:15 AM, to enjoy entertainment during potentially busy times.
Hollywood Studios
| Park hours | 8:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:00 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 88°F, low 77°F, broken clouds, 98% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $35 |
| Rope-drop pick | Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets: usually about 25 min at opening vs. 65 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 50 min) |
With a 98% chance of rain today, plan for indoor attractions and shows at Hollywood Studios. Early Entry for eligible guests begins at 8:00 AM, with the park officially opening at 8:30 AM.
Rope drop plan
Typically, the best way to save time is to head to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets on Sunset Boulevard, which usually has a 25-minute wait at opening, saving you 34 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 65 minutes. Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway on Hollywood Boulevard and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror on Sunset Boulevard are also good rope drop options, typically saving 26 minutes each, and are available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $35. Consider purchasing it to save time on popular attractions like Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, especially during the typical peak from 11 AM to 2 PM when headliner waits average 50 minutes.
Shows and timing
Catch an early show to escape the rain. For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration begins at 9:30 AM. Green Army Drum Corps and The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure both start at 10:00 AM. Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! starts at 10:15 AM.
Plan your day
- Start early: Utilize Early Entry at 8:00 AM or rope drop at 8:30 AM, prioritizing Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets to save significant time.
- Beat the rain: With a 98% chance of rain, plan to see indoor shows like For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration at 9:30 AM or The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure at 10:00 AM.
- Consider Lightning Lane: The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $35 and can be useful for attractions like Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway or The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, which typically save 26 minutes at opening but can have long waits later.
- Avoid peak waits: From 11 AM to 2 PM, headliner waits typically average 50 minutes. Yesterday, Slinky Dog Dash averaged 78 minutes and peaked at 100 minutes, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance averaged 71 minutes and peaked at 105 minutes.
Animal Kingdom
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 7:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 88°F, low 77°F, broken clouds, 98% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $29 |
| Rope-drop pick | Kali River Rapids: usually about 8 min at opening vs. 48 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 44 min) |
Today at Animal Kingdom, expect broken clouds and a 98% chance of rain, with a high of 88F. Early entry for eligible guests begins at 7:30 AM, with the park opening to all at 8:00 AM and closing at 7:00 PM.
Rope drop plan
For those arriving at rope drop, Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain typically has a wait of 7 minutes at opening, saving you 27 minutes compared to its typical peak wait. Kali River Rapids also offers a short 8-minute wait at opening, saving 36 minutes. Both are also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them. Kilimanjaro Safaris usually sees a 27-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $29. No Lightning Lane Single Pass options are listed for purchase.
Shows and timing
Catch the Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe starting at 8:10 AM or Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight at 8:15 AM. DiVine appears at 8:35 AM, and Eco-Rhythmics has a performance at 8:35 AM. The first showing of Festival of the Lion King is at 10:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for early entry at 7:30 AM or park opening at 8:00 AM to experience Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain or Kali River Rapids with minimal waits, saving you significant time.
- Consider purchasing the Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $29 to bypass lines, especially for popular attractions like Avatar Flight of Passage, which averaged 111 minutes yesterday and peaked at 140 minutes.
- Plan indoor activities or breaks between 11 AM and 2 PM, as this is typically the busiest period, with headliner waits averaging 44 minutes. Avatar Flight of Passage, Na'vi River Journey, and Kali River Rapids are usually the worst waits during this time.
- With a 98% chance of rain and broken clouds, be prepared for wet weather throughout your day.
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Hours, prices and the forecast are as of 5:00 AM ET on October 11. Disney can change them during the day.