What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Sunday, November 8. 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 Very Merry Christmas Party (separate ticket); day guests leave at 6:00 PM |
| Weather | High 81°F, low 61°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 5 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $39 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 11 AM–2 PM (headliners average 35 min) |
| Closed today | Tiana's Bayou Adventure: Closed through at least Dec 17, 2026; Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress: Closed through at least Jan 13, 2027 |
Magic Kingdom closes early today at 6:00 PM for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, which runs until 12:00 AM. Eligible guests can enjoy Early Entry starting at 7:30 AM, 30 minutes before the park officially opens at 8:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
With Early Entry beginning at 7:30 AM, consider heading to a popular attraction like TRON Lightcycle / Run or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train right away. The park typically sees its peak crowds between 11 AM and 2 PM.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $39. There are no Lightning Lane Single Passes available at Magic Kingdom today.
Shows and timing
Catch Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire at 10:00 AM, 11:35 AM, 12:45 PM, 2:55 PM, or 4:00 PM. The Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade steps off at 2:00 PM. The Dapper Dans perform multiple times, starting at 9:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive early: Take advantage of Early Entry at 7:30 AM to experience headliners like TRON Lightcycle / Run or Seven Dwarfs Mine Train before the main crowds. Yesterday, TRON Lightcycle / Run peaked at 110 minutes and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train peaked at 100 minutes.
- Plan for peak times: The park is typically busiest from 11 AM to 2 PM, with average headliner waits of 35 minutes. Consider enjoying a show like the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM during this period.
- Note closures: Tiana's Bayou Adventure is closed through at least Dec 17, 2026, and Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress is closed through at least Jan 13, 2027.
- Early exit: Remember Magic Kingdom closes to day guests at 6:00 PM for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.
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 61°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 out of 10 (5 is a typical day at this park) |
| Lightning Lane | Multi Pass $28; Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Single Pass $23 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 2 PM–5 PM (headliners average 59 min) |
| Closed today | Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses: Closed through at least Nov 26, 2026 |
For your Sunday at EPCOT, Early Entry begins at 8:30 AM, with the park officially opening at 9:00 AM. Be aware that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind typically sees high wait times, peaking at 120 minutes yesterday.
Rope drop plan
If you're eligible for Early Entry, consider heading straight to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind to experience it before the crowds build. Otherwise, Test Track or Frozen Ever After are good choices right at 9:00 AM, as these rides usually have the worst waits.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $28 today. Alternatively, you can purchase a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind for $23.
Shows and timing
Catch the JAMMitors starting at 8:30 AM, or plan for the Voices of Liberty beginning at 11:15 AM. Later in the day, Command Performance has shows starting at 3:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to prioritize a popular attraction like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
- Note that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today through at least November 26, 2026.
- Plan for a break or less popular attractions between 2 PM and 5 PM, as this is typically the peak period with headliner waits averaging 59 minutes.
- Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day, such as ¡Celebración Encanto! at 9:45 AM or Entertainment at Canada Mill Stage 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 81°F, low 61°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 6 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) |
Today at Hollywood Studios, Early Entry begins at 8:30 AM, giving eligible guests a head start before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM. Be prepared for typical peak wait times between 10 AM and 1 PM, where headliner attractions usually average 48 minutes.
Rope drop plan
To make the most of your morning, consider arriving for Early Entry at 8:30 AM. Historically, Slinky Dog Dash, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance are the most popular rides and tend to have the longest waits, especially during the typical peak. Yesterday, Slinky Dog Dash peaked at 95 minutes, while Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance both peaked at 105 minutes.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $29 and is not sold out. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options listed for today.
Shows and timing
Catch an early performance of "For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration" at 9:30 AM, or "The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure" starting at 10:00 AM. The "Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!" also has a 10:45 AM showtime.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to get a head start on popular attractions like Slinky Dog Dash.
- Consider purchasing the Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $29 to reduce wait times on multiple rides throughout the day.
- Plan to experience shows such as "For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration" or "The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure" during the typical peak hours of 10 AM to 1 PM, when ride waits are usually at their highest.
- Be aware that Slinky Dog Dash, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance are typically the busiest attractions.
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 81°F, low 61°F, clear sky, 0% chance of rain |
| Crowd forecast | 7 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. 35 min at its peak |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 43 min) |
Get an early start at Animal Kingdom today, November 8, 2026, with Early Entry beginning at 7:30 AM. This is a great way to experience popular attractions before the typical peak wait times hit between 10 AM and 1 PM, when headliners usually average 43 minutes.
Rope drop plan
For those arriving at park opening at 8:00 AM, consider heading to Kali River Rapids in Asia. It typically has a 7-minute wait at opening, saving you about 24 minutes compared to its typical peak wait of 35 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?
Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $25. For Avatar Flight of Passage, a Lightning Lane Single Pass can be purchased for $19. These options can help you save time on the park's most popular rides, especially during the busiest parts of the day.
Shows and timing
Start your day with some early entertainment. The Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe perform at 8:10 AM, and Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight begins at 8:15 AM. Later, catch Festival of the Lion King starting at 10:00 AM, or Eco-Rhythmics at 8:35 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 7:30 AM to get a head start on popular attractions like Avatar Flight of Passage, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and Na'vi River Journey, which typically see the worst waits.
- Plan to experience less popular attractions or enjoy a show during the typical peak period from 10 AM to 1 PM, when average headliner waits reach 43 minutes. Yesterday, Avatar Flight of Passage peaked at 75 minutes and Kilimanjaro Safaris peaked at 70 minutes.
- Consider purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $25 or a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Avatar Flight of Passage for $19 to reduce wait times for key attractions.
- Take advantage of the many live performances throughout the day, such as Festival of the Lion King at 10:00 AM or Zoogether Day Gathering Spot with performances starting at 9:00 AM.
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 8. Disney can change them during the day.