What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Monday, October 26. All times are Eastern Time.
Magic Kingdom
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 81°F, low 67°F, light rain, 43% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $35; Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Single Pass $14 |
| Rope-drop pick | Tiana's Bayou Adventure: usually about 10 min at opening vs. 49 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 4 PM–7 PM (headliners average 43 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 3, 2027 |
Early Entry for eligible guests begins at 8:30 AM this morning, offering a great opportunity to get a head start before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM. Expect light rain today, with a 43% chance of precipitation.
Rope drop plan
For those looking to maximize their morning, Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Frontierland typically has a wait of 10 minutes at opening, saving you 32 minutes compared to its typical peak wait. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland usually sees a 16-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes. Jungle Cruise in Adventureland typically has a 19-minute wait at opening, saving 18 minutes. All three of these attractions 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 $35 and is not sold out. For individual purchases, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is available via Lightning Lane Single Pass for $14.
Shows and timing
Today's entertainment includes The Dapper Dans with performances starting at 9:00 AM, 9:50 AM, 10:40 AM, 12:05 PM, 1:10 PM, 2:55 PM, and 3:55 PM. Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire can be seen at 10:00 AM, 11:35 AM, 12:45 PM, 2:55 PM, and 4:00 PM. Don't miss the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade at 11:05 AM or the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM. Evening shows include Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away at 7:45 PM and 10:00 PM, and Happily Ever After at 9:00 PM. The Flag Retreat is scheduled for 5:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to experience attractions like Tiana's Bayou Adventure, which typically saves 32 minutes compared to its peak wait, before the park officially opens.
- Plan for the possibility of light rain throughout the day. Consider indoor attractions or a break during the typical peak hours of 4 PM to 7 PM, when headliner waits average 43 minutes.
- Catch the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM or conclude your day with the Happily Ever After fireworks at 9:00 PM.
- Please note that Jingle Cruise is closed through at least Nov 2, 2026, and Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress is closed through at least Jan 3, 2027.
EPCOT
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 81°F, low 67°F, light rain, 43% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $26 |
| Rope-drop pick | The Seas with Nemo & Friends: usually about 5 min at opening vs. 33 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 49 min) |
| Closed today | Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026 |
Good morning! EPCOT opens at 9:00 AM today, with Early Entry for eligible guests beginning at 8:30 AM. Expect light rain with a 43% chance of precipitation, so plan accordingly.
Rope drop plan
For eligible guests, Early Entry begins at 8:30 AM. Typically, rope dropping The Seas with Nemo & Friends could save you 26 minutes, with a wait of 5 minutes at opening compared to a typical peak of 33 minutes. Living with the Land usually has a 7-minute wait at opening, saving 18 minutes. Soarin' Across America typically sees a 17-minute wait at opening, saving 16 minutes. All these attractions are also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $26 today. This can be a good option to bypass longer waits, especially for typically busy attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Test Track, and Frozen Ever After during the typical peak hours of 11 AM to 2 PM, when average headliner waits are 49 minutes. Yesterday, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind peaked at 115 minutes, and Test Track peaked at 90 minutes.
Shows and timing
Catch the JAMMitors as early as 8:30 AM or ¡Celebración Encanto! starting at 9:45 AM. Later in the day, Matsuriza performs from 11:00 AM, and Voices of Liberty begins at 11:15 AM. The Rose & Crown Pub Musician has performances starting at 1:30 PM, with the last show at 7:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Consider arriving for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to experience attractions like The Seas with Nemo & Friends or Living with the Land with minimal waits, or use a Lightning Lane Multi Pass to save time on these and other popular rides.
- Plan to take a break or enjoy a show between 11 AM and 2 PM, as this is typically when wait times for headliners like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Test Track, and Frozen Ever After are at their worst.
- Be prepared for light rain today, with a 43% chance of precipitation. Indoor attractions and shows might be good options during these periods.
- Please note that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today and through at least November 26, 2026.
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 81°F, low 67°F, light rain, 43% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $27; Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Single Pass $24 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 48 min) |
Get an early start at Hollywood Studios today, Monday, October 26, 2026, especially with Early Entry beginning at 8:30 AM. With a 43% chance of light rain, planning for indoor attractions and shows will be beneficial.
Rope drop plan
Early Entry for eligible guests begins at 8:30 AM, 30 minutes before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM. This is your best chance to experience popular attractions with lower waits. Historically, Slinky Dog Dash and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets are among the worst for waits during typical peak times, and yesterday Slinky Dog Dash saw a peak wait of 80 minutes.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $27. For Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, a Lightning Lane Single Pass can be purchased for $24. These can be valuable during the typical peak hours from 11 AM to 2 PM, when average headliner waits are 48 minutes.
Shows and timing
Hollywood Studios offers a variety of shows throughout the day. Catch For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration starting at 9:30 AM, or The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure with its first performance at 10:00 AM. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! begins at 10:45 AM, and Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage at 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to prioritize popular rides like Slinky Dog Dash or Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM, as these typically see long waits.
- Consider purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $27 if you want to save time on multiple attractions, especially during the typical peak hours from 11 AM to 2 PM when average headliner waits are 48 minutes.
- With a 43% chance of light rain, plan to enjoy indoor shows such as For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration (first show 9:30 AM) or The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure (first show 10:00 AM) during any showers.
- Take advantage of the park being open until 9:00 PM to experience evening shows like Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After with its last show at 7:50 PM, or The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure with its last show at 7:55 PM.
Animal Kingdom
| Park hours | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 7:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests); Extended Evening Hours until 8:00 PM |
| Weather | High 81°F, low 67°F, light rain, 43% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $19; Avatar Flight of Passage Single Pass $18 |
| Rope-drop pick | Kali River Rapids: usually about 8 min at opening vs. 43 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 46 min) |
For guests with Early Entry, Animal Kingdom opens at 7:30 AM today, otherwise the park opens at 8:00 AM. Expect light rain with a 43% chance of precipitation, so plan accordingly for outdoor attractions.
Rope drop plan
If you're looking to save time, consider rope dropping Kali River Rapids, which typically has an 8-minute wait at opening, saving 31 minutes off its typical peak of 43 minutes. Kilimanjaro Safaris usually sees a 34-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes from its typical peak of 58 minutes. Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain typically has a 10-minute wait at opening, saving 22 minutes from its typical peak of 39 minutes. Note that these rides 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 $19 today and is not sold out. Avatar Flight of Passage has a Lightning Lane Single Pass available for $18. These can be useful, especially during the typical peak from 10 AM to 1 PM, when average headliner waits are 46 minutes. Yesterday, Avatar Flight of Passage peaked at 55 minutes, and Kilimanjaro Safaris peaked at 70 minutes.
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 begins its performances at 10:00 AM, and Feathered Friends in Flight! starts at 10:45 AM.
Plan your day
- Start your day with Early Entry at 7:30 AM if eligible, or rope drop a popular attraction like Kali River Rapids or Expedition Everest to beat the crowds, especially with the forecast for light rain.
- Consider purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $19 or a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Avatar Flight of Passage for $18 to bypass longer waits, particularly during the typical peak between 10 AM and 1 PM.
- Plan your mid-morning around a show like Festival of the Lion King at 10:00 AM or Feathered Friends in Flight! at 10:45 AM to enjoy some indoor or shaded entertainment.
- The park closes at 6:00 PM, but eligible guests can enjoy Extended Evening hours until 8:00 PM.
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Hours, prices and the forecast are as of 5:01 AM ET on October 26. Disney can change them during the day.