What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Wednesday, October 14. 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 87°F, low 71°F, clear sky, 23% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $37 |
| Rope-drop pick | Tiana's Bayou Adventure: usually about 5 min at opening vs. 53 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 5 PM–8 PM (headliners average 46 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 22, 2026 |
Magic Kingdom opens today at 8:00 AM, with Early Entry for eligible guests starting at 7:30 AM. The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $37, which could be useful during the typically busiest hours later in the day.
Rope drop plan
Eligible guests can take advantage of Early Entry at 7:30 AM, with general park opening at 8:00 AM. For a strong start, consider Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Frontierland, which typically has a 5-minute wait at opening, saving 41 minutes compared to its typical peak of 53 minutes. Jungle Cruise in Adventureland also usually has a short 6-minute wait at opening, saving 32 minutes from its typical peak of 42 minutes. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland typically sees an 8-minute wait at opening, saving 29 minutes from its typical peak of 40 minutes. All three are also available via Multi Pass.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $37. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options listed for today. The Multi Pass could help you bypass lines for popular attractions, especially during the typical peak hours from 5 PM to 8 PM, when headliner waits average 46 minutes.
Shows and timing
Catch The Dapper Dans at 9:00 AM, 9:50 AM, 10:40 AM, 12:05 PM, 1:10 PM, 2:55 PM, or 3:55 PM. Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire takes place at 10:00 AM, 11:35 AM, 12:45 PM, 2:55 PM, and 4:00 PM. Don't miss the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM, or the Happily Ever After fireworks at 9:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Utilize Early Entry at 7:30 AM to experience Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Jungle Cruise with minimal waits, potentially saving over 30 minutes compared to typical peak times.
- Plan to see the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM or Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire, especially during the typical peak hours between 5 PM and 8 PM when headliner waits usually average 46 minutes.
- Stay for the Happily Ever After fireworks at 9:00 PM, as the park remains open until 11:00 PM, allowing for more attractions afterward.
- Yesterday, TRON Lightcycle / Run averaged 51 minutes with a peak of 90 minutes, and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train averaged 38 minutes with a peak of 55 minutes, indicating these are typically the worst waits during peak times.
EPCOT
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 87°F, low 71°F, clear sky, 23% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $26 |
| Rope-drop pick | Soarin' Around the World: usually about 7 min at opening vs. 37 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 1 PM–4 PM (headliners average 53 min) |
| Closed today | Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026 |
EPCOT opens for Early Entry at 8:30 AM today, offering eligible guests a head start on popular attractions. Consider heading to Soarin' Around the World first to typically save significant time before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
For eligible guests, Early Entry begins at 8:30 AM. Our rope drop recommendation is Soarin' Around the World in World Nature. It typically has a wait of 7 minutes at opening, compared to a typical peak wait of 37 minutes, saving you 25 minutes. This attraction is also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop it.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $26 and is not sold out. Soarin' Around the World is available via Multi Pass. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options listed for today.
Shows and timing
The JAMMitors have early performances starting at 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, and 10:30 AM. ¡Celebración Encanto! begins at 9:45 AM. Later in the day, catch the Eat to the Beat Concert Series Presented by Enterprise at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM and prioritize Soarin' Around the World to typically save 25 minutes on wait time.
- Plan to enjoy shows or take a break from 1 PM to 4 PM, as this is typically the busiest period with headliner waits averaging 53 minutes. Test Track, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Frozen Ever After are typically the worst during this time.
- Note that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today through at least November 26, 2026.
- Consider ending your day with the Eat to the Beat Concert Series with performances at 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM, or 8:00 PM. Yesterday, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind averaged 89 minutes and peaked at 120 minutes, while Test Track averaged 83 minutes and peaked at 115 minutes.
Hollywood Studios
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests); Extended Evening Hours until 11:00 PM |
| Weather | High 87°F, low 71°F, clear sky, 23% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $29 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 45 min) |
Hollywood Studios opens for Early Entry at 8:30 AM today, with general admission beginning at 9:00 AM. Expect the park to typically be busiest between 11 AM and 2 PM, when headliner waits average 45 minutes, with Slinky Dog Dash, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets usually seeing the longest lines.
Rope drop plan
Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to get a head start on popular attractions. Yesterday, Slinky Dog Dash saw a peak wait of 115 minutes, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance peaked at 90 minutes, making them strong candidates for your early morning strategy before the park opens to all guests at 9:00 AM.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $29 today and is not sold out, offering an option to save time on select attractions.
Shows and timing
Catch "For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration" starting at 9:30 AM. "The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure" begins at 10:00 AM, and "Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!" has its first performance at 10:45 AM. "Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage" starts at 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to experience popular attractions like Slinky Dog Dash or Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM.
- Plan to enjoy shows or grab a meal between 11 AM and 2 PM, as this is typically when the park experiences its highest crowds, with headliner waits averaging 45 minutes.
- Consider catching "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 to start your day with entertainment.
- If you want to save time on popular rides, the Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $29 today.
Animal Kingdom
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 7:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 87°F, low 71°F, clear sky, 23% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 4 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $22 |
| Rope-drop pick | Kali River Rapids: usually about 7 min at opening vs. 41 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 35 min) |
Animal Kingdom opens for Early Entry at 7:30 AM today, October 14, 2026, with general admission starting at 8:00 AM. To save significant time on popular attractions, consider arriving early and heading straight to Na'vi River Journey or Kilimanjaro Safaris.
Rope drop plan
Early Entry guests can enter at 7:30 AM, with the park officially opening at 8:00 AM. For the shortest waits, consider Kali River Rapids in Asia, which typically has a 7-minute wait at opening, saving 30 minutes compared to its typical peak of 41 minutes. Kilimanjaro Safaris in Africa usually sees a 15-minute wait at opening, saving 24 minutes from its typical peak of 41 minutes. Na'vi River Journey in Pandora - The World of Avatar is another good option, with a typical 15-minute wait at opening, saving 19 minutes from its typical peak of 43 minutes. All three are also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $22. This can be a good option for rides like Kali River Rapids, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and Na'vi River Journey, which are also popular rope drop choices.
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 has an early performance at 8:35 AM. Festival of the Lion King begins its performances at 10:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 7:30 AM and head to Na'vi River Journey to experience it with a typical 15-minute wait, saving 19 minutes from its typical peak.
- Consider purchasing Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $22 if you want to save time on attractions like Kilimanjaro Safaris or Kali River Rapids, especially if you miss rope drop.
- Plan to see Festival of the Lion King, with its first show at 10:00 AM, before the park's typical peak period from 10 AM to 1 PM when average headliner waits are 35 minutes.
- Be aware that Avatar Flight of Passage, Na'vi River Journey, and Kilimanjaro Safaris are typically the worst for waits during the peak period. Yesterday, Avatar Flight of Passage averaged 57 minutes and peaked at 85 minutes, while Kilimanjaro Safaris averaged 45 minutes and peaked at 90 minutes. The park closes at 6:00 PM.
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Hours, prices and the forecast are as of 5:04 AM ET on October 14. Disney can change them during the day.