What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Sunday, October 25. All times are Eastern Time.
Magic Kingdom
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 7:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Tonight | Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (separate ticket); day guests leave at 6:00 PM |
| Weather | High 83°F, low 68°F, light rain, 28% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $32 |
| Rope-drop pick | Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin: usually about 10 min at opening vs. 39 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 4 PM–7 PM (headliners average 38 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 Jan 2, 2027 |
Magic Kingdom opens for eligible guests with Early Entry at 7:30 AM, and for all guests at 8:00 AM. The park closes early today at 6:00 PM for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which begins at 7:30 PM and runs until 12:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
For rope drop, Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Frontierland typically has a 6-minute wait at opening, saving you 24 minutes compared to its typical peak. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland typically sees a 10-minute wait at opening, saving 26 minutes. Both are also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $32. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options listed for today.
Shows and timing
Catch The Dapper Dans on Main Street, U.S.A. starting at 9:00 AM, followed by Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire at 10:00 AM. The Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade steps off at 2:00 PM. For those attending the party, the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular begins at 7:35 PM.
Plan your day
- Plan to finish your day by 6:00 PM, as Magic Kingdom closes for day guests to prepare for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
- Consider heading to Tiana's Bayou Adventure right at park opening at 8:00 AM for a typically shorter wait.
- The park typically sees its highest waits between 4 PM and 7 PM, with TRON Lightcycle / Run, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Peter Pan's Flight being among the worst. Yesterday, TRON Lightcycle / Run averaged 76 minutes with a peak of 155 minutes.
- Note that Jingle Cruise is closed through at least November 2, 2026. Walt Disney World Railroad - Fantasyland and Walt Disney World Railroad - Main Street, U.S.A. are closed through at least October 29, 2026.
EPCOT
| Park hours | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 9:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Tonight | a special ticketed event (separate ticket); day guests leave at 9:00 PM |
| Weather | High 83°F, low 68°F, light rain, 28% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $28 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 3 PM–6 PM (headliners average 60 min) |
| Closed today | Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026 |
EPCOT opens for Early Entry at 9:30 AM today, October 25, 2026, with general admission starting at 10:00 AM. The park will remain open until 1:00 AM for a special ticketed event.
Rope drop plan
Eligible guests can take advantage of Early Entry starting at 9:30 AM. For those entering at 10:00 AM, consider heading to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Test Track first, as these rides typically see the longest waits. Be aware that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today through at least November 26, 2026.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $28 and is not sold out. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options listed for EPCOT today. Given that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind averaged 83 minutes yesterday and Test Track peaked at 115 minutes, a Lightning Lane Multi Pass could be a valuable option to save time on popular attractions.
Shows and timing
EPCOT offers a variety of entertainment throughout the day. Catch the JAMMitors at 10:30 AM, ¡Celebración Encanto! at 10:45 AM, or Matsuriza at 11:00 AM. Performances continue into the evening, with the Rose & Crown Pub Musician playing as late as 7:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 9:30 AM if eligible, or head straight to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Test Track at 10:00 AM park opening to experience these popular attractions before waits build. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind averaged 83 minutes yesterday.
- Plan to take a break or enjoy less popular attractions between 3 PM and 6 PM, as this is typically EPCOT's peak period with average headliner waits of 60 minutes.
- Enjoy the diverse entertainment offerings, such as Voices of Liberty starting at 11:15 AM or Entertainment at Germany Gazebo from 12:40 PM.
- Note that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today through at least November 26, 2026.
- Take advantage of the special ticketed event tonight, which keeps the park open until 1:00 AM, offering a chance to experience attractions with potentially lower crowds later in the evening.
Hollywood Studios
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 83°F, low 68°F, light rain, 28% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $29; Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Single Pass $24 |
| Rope-drop pick | Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets: usually about 39 min at opening vs. 70 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 51 min) |
Hollywood Studios opens at 9:00 AM today, with Early Entry starting at 8:30 AM. To maximize your morning, consider rope dropping Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets to save significant time.
Rope drop plan
Early Entry guests can enter Hollywood Studios at 8:30 AM. For all guests, rope dropping Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets on Sunset Boulevard is typically a good strategy. You can expect a wait of around 39 minutes at opening, potentially saving you 25 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 70 minutes. This ride 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 for $29 today. For individual purchases, a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is available for $24.
Shows and timing
Shows begin early, with "For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration" at 9:30 AM, "The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure" at 10:00 AM, and "Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!" at 10:45 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM or be ready for the 9:00 AM park opening to head to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets to save time.
- Be aware that the park typically experiences its busiest period from 11 AM to 2 PM, with an average headliner wait of 51 minutes. Slinky Dog Dash, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance are usually the worst for waits during this time.
- Consider purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $29 or a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance for $24 to bypass longer lines on popular attractions.
- Utilize the many shows during the typical peak hours to avoid long ride waits. For example, catch "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.
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 83°F, low 68°F, light rain, 28% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $22; Avatar Flight of Passage Single Pass $18 |
| Rope-drop pick | Kali River Rapids: usually about 7 min at opening vs. 43 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 45 min) |
Animal Kingdom opens for Early Entry at 7:30 AM today, October 25, 2026, with general admission starting at 8:00 AM. Expect typical peak waits between 11 AM and 2 PM, with Avatar Flight of Passage, Na'vi River Journey, and Kilimanjaro Safaris usually being the worst.
Rope drop plan
For Early Entry guests, Kilimanjaro Safaris typically has a 31-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes from its typical peak. Kali River Rapids usually has a 7-minute wait at opening, saving 32 minutes, and Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain typically has an 8-minute wait at opening, saving 27 minutes. Both Kali River Rapids and Expedition Everest are also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop them.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $22 today. For individual purchases, Avatar Flight of Passage is available as a Lightning Lane Single Pass for $18.
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. Festival of the Lion King has its first show at 10:00 AM, and DiVine appears at 8:35 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 7:30 AM to experience a popular attraction like Kilimanjaro Safaris before general park opening.
- Plan to experience shows or grab a meal between 11 AM and 2 PM, as this is typically when headliner waits average 45 minutes. Yesterday, Avatar Flight of Passage averaged 60 minutes, peaking at 95 minutes, and Kilimanjaro Safaris averaged 48 minutes, peaking at 95 minutes.
- Consider the 10:00 AM Festival of the Lion King show as a great way to enjoy entertainment during busier times.
- The park closes at 6:00 PM, so plan your evening accordingly.
For a personalized ride order, try our free day planner. Planning another day? See the Walt Disney World crowd calendar.
Hours, prices and the forecast are as of 5:00 AM ET on October 25. Disney can change them during the day.