What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Monday, November 2. 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 80°F, low 70°F, light rain, 100% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $37; Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Single Pass $16; TRON Lightcycle / Run Single Pass $24 |
| Rope-drop pick | Tiana's Bayou Adventure: usually about 20 min at opening vs. 47 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 2 PM–5 PM (headliners average 41 min) |
| Closed today | Jingle Cruise: Closed through at least Nov 2, 2026; Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress: Closed through at least Jan 10, 2027 |
Expect light rain today with a 100% chance of precipitation, so come prepared. Early Entry for eligible guests begins at 8:30 AM, offering a head start on popular attractions before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
For eligible guests, Early Entry at 8:30 AM is your best bet. We typically recommend heading to Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Frontierland, where the wait at opening is usually 20 minutes, saving you about 20 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 47 minutes. This attraction is also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $37. For individual purchases, Lightning Lane Single Pass access is available for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at $16 and TRON Lightcycle / Run at $24. Both TRON Lightcycle / Run and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train are typically among the worst for peak waits, and yesterday, TRON Lightcycle / Run peaked at 80 minutes while Seven Dwarfs Mine Train peaked at 50 minutes.
Shows and timing
Catch The Dapper Dans starting at 9:00 AM. Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire has multiple showings, with the first at 10:00 AM. Don't miss the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM, and conclude your day with Happily Ever After at 8:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to experience Tiana's Bayou Adventure with a typically shorter wait.
- Be prepared for light rain throughout the day, as there is a 100% chance of precipitation.
- Plan your mid-afternoon carefully, as waits typically peak between 2 PM and 5 PM, with headliner attractions averaging 41 minutes.
- Note that Jingle Cruise is closed through at least November 2, 2026, and Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress is closed through at least January 10, 2027.
EPCOT
| 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 80°F, low 70°F, light rain, 100% 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 12 PM–3 PM (headliners average 53 min) |
| Closed today | Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026 |
Expect light rain all day at EPCOT, with a 100% chance, so plan accordingly. Early Entry for eligible guests begins at 8:30 AM, with the park opening to all at 9:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
To beat the crowds, consider heading to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Test Track right at Early Entry or park opening. These attractions are typically among the worst during the peak hours of 12 PM to 3 PM. Yesterday, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind averaged 61 minutes with a peak of 95 minutes.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $28. There are no individual Lightning Lane Single Passes listed for purchase.
Shows and timing
Catch the JAMMitors with their first performance at 8:30 AM, or ¡Celebración Encanto! with its first show at 9:45 AM. Later in the morning, Matsuriza performs at 11:00 AM and Marimba de las Américas at 11:15 AM.
Plan your day
- Prioritize Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Test Track early in the day, especially if you have Early Entry, to avoid the typical peak wait times between 12 PM and 3 PM.
- Be prepared for light rain throughout the day, as there is a 100% chance of precipitation.
- Enjoy live entertainment like ¡Celebración Encanto! at 9:45 AM or Matsuriza at 11:00 AM.
- Note that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today 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 80°F, low 70°F, light rain, 100% 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 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 48 min) |
Hollywood Studios is open from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM today, with Early Entry for eligible guests starting at 8:30 AM. Expect light rain throughout the day, with a 100% chance of precipitation, so plan accordingly for indoor attractions and shows. The park typically sees its busiest period from 10 AM to 1 PM, when headliner waits average 48 minutes.
Rope drop plan
With Early Entry beginning at 8:30 AM, eligible guests can get a head start before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM. To beat the typical peak crowds, consider heading straight to a popular attraction like Slinky Dog Dash, which averaged 46 minutes yesterday, or Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, which averaged 30 minutes yesterday.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $29 today. Given the typical peak wait times for headliners, purchasing the Multi Pass could be a valuable option to save time on popular attractions.
Shows and timing
With light rain expected, planning your day around indoor shows is a good strategy. For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration has its first show at 9:30 AM, and The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure begins at 10:00 AM. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! also offers a show at 10:45 AM.
Plan your day
- Utilize Early Entry or arrive before 9:00 AM to experience a top attraction like Slinky Dog Dash before the typical peak crowds arrive.
- During the busiest stretch from 10 AM to 1 PM, when headliner waits average 48 minutes, consider enjoying indoor shows or dining to avoid longer lines.
- With light rain expected and a 100% chance of precipitation, prioritize indoor entertainment 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).
- Consider purchasing the Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $29 to reduce wait times on popular rides, especially during the typical peak hours.
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 80°F, low 70°F, light rain, 100% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $25; Avatar Flight of Passage Single Pass $19 |
| Rope-drop pick | Kali River Rapids: usually about 7 min at opening vs. 39 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 9 AM–12 PM (headliners average 43 min) |
Prepare for a rainy day at Animal Kingdom, with light rain forecast all day. Early Entry begins at 7:30 AM, giving eligible guests a head start before the park officially opens at 8:00 AM. Expect typical peak wait times for headliners between 9 AM and 12 PM.
Rope drop plan
For general park opening at 8:00 AM, Kali River Rapids in Asia typically has a low wait of 7 minutes, saving you 28 minutes compared to its usual peak wait of 39 minutes. Remember, Kali River Rapids is also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass, so you might not need to rope drop it.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $25. If you're looking to save time on Avatar Flight of Passage, a Lightning Lane Single Pass for this attraction is available for $19. This can be a good option to bypass the longer waits typically seen for headliners.
Shows and timing
Start your day with early performances like the Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe at 8:10 AM or Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight at 8:15 AM. Eco-Rhythmics begins at 8:35 AM, and Festival of the Lion King starts its performances at 10:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive early: Take advantage of Early Entry at 7:30 AM or be ready for the 8:00 AM general opening to experience popular attractions before the park gets busier.
- Prepare for rain: With a 100% chance of light rain all day, plan for indoor activities or bring appropriate gear to stay comfortable.
- Beat the peak: Consider enjoying shows or exploring during the typical peak hours of 9 AM to 12 PM, when rides like Avatar Flight of Passage, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and Na'vi River Journey usually see their longest waits.
- Catch a show: Plan your day around a performance of Festival of the Lion King, with its first show at 10:00 AM, or other entertainment like Eco-Rhythmics.
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 5:01 AM ET on November 2. Disney can change them during the day.