What to know before Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom open on Sunday, November 15. 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 71°F, low 49°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 $37 |
| Rope-drop pick | Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin: usually about 18 min at opening vs. 37 min at its peak |
| 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 23, 2027 |
Magic Kingdom closes early today at 6:00 PM for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. Eligible guests can enjoy Early Entry starting at 7:30 AM before the park officially opens at 8:00 AM.
Rope drop plan
For rope drop, consider Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland. Typically, you can save 16 minutes by riding it at opening, with an average wait of 18 minutes compared to a typical peak of 37 minutes. However, this attraction is also available via Lightning Lane Multi Pass, so you may not need to rope drop it.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $37.
Shows and timing
- The Dapper Dans: 9:00 AM, 9:50 AM, 10:40 AM, 12:05 PM, 1:10 PM, 2:55 PM, 3:55 PM
- Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire: 10:00 AM, 11:35 AM, 12:45 PM, 2:55 PM, 4:00 PM
- Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade: 11:05 AM
- Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade: 2:00 PM
- Flag Retreat: 5:00 PM
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 7:30 AM if eligible, or be ready for the 8:00 AM park opening to maximize your time before the early 6:00 PM closure.
- Tiana's Bayou Adventure is closed today through at least December 17, 2026, so plan accordingly.
- Expect the busiest period to typically be between 11 AM and 2 PM, when average headliner waits can reach 35 minutes. Rides like TRON Lightcycle / Run, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Peter Pan's Flight are typically among the worst for waits during this time. Yesterday, TRON Lightcycle / Run averaged 89 minutes with a peak of 140 minutes, and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train averaged 53 minutes with a peak of 80 minutes.
- Plan your day around the early 6:00 PM park closure for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, ensuring you catch your must-do attractions and shows like Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at 2:00 PM.
EPCOT
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 71°F, low 49°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 $32 |
| 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 |
Today at EPCOT, eligible guests can take advantage of Early Entry starting at 8:30 AM, offering a valuable head start before the park officially opens at 9:00 AM. Be aware that the park typically experiences its busiest period from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Rope drop plan
With Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind averaging 95 minutes yesterday and peaking at 135 minutes, and Test Track averaging 67 minutes and peaking at 105 minutes, arriving for Early Entry is highly recommended to experience these popular attractions with potentially lower waits.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
The Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available today for $32. There are no Lightning Lane Single Pass options listed for today.
Shows and timing
A variety of entertainment is available throughout the day, starting with JAMMitors at 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, and 10:30 AM. Later, catch ¡Celebración Encanto! starting at 9:45 AM or Matsuriza from 11:00 AM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to prioritize popular attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Test Track before general park opening.
- Plan a break or enjoy less crowded areas between 2 PM and 5 PM, as this is typically when headliner wait times average 59 minutes, with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Test Track, and Frozen Ever After being the worst.
- Note that Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses is closed today through at least November 26, 2026.
- Check the schedule for live performances such as Voices of Liberty at 11:15 AM or Marimba de las Américas at 11:15 AM to add entertainment to your day.
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 71°F, low 49°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 $35; Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Single Pass $25 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 49 min) |
Hollywood Studios opens at 9:00 AM today, November 15, 2026, with Early Entry for eligible guests starting at 8:30 AM. Be prepared for a typical peak from 10 AM to 1 PM, where headliner waits usually average 49 minutes.
Rope drop plan
With Early Entry beginning at 8:30 AM, consider heading straight to Slinky Dog Dash or Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Yesterday, Slinky Dog Dash averaged 67 minutes with a peak of 100 minutes, while Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance averaged 41 minutes with a peak of 85 minutes.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $35 today. For individual attractions, a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is available for $25.
Shows and timing
Catch For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration with its first show at 9:30 AM and its last at 6:30 PM. The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure starts at 10:00 AM and runs until 7:55 PM. 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 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 during the typical peak hours from 10 AM to 1 PM, when headliner wait times usually increase.
- Consider purchasing a Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $35 to save time on multiple attractions, or a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance for $25 to bypass the standby line for this popular ride.
- Don't miss the variety of entertainment, with For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration starting at 9:30 AM and The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure at 10:00 AM, offering plenty of options throughout the day.
Animal Kingdom
| Park hours | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Early Theme Park Entry from 8:30 AM for Disney resort hotel guests) |
| Weather | High 71°F, low 49°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 $20 |
| Busiest stretch | Usually 10 AM–1 PM (headliners average 41 min) |
For your Sunday, November 15, 2026 visit to Animal Kingdom, eligible guests can enjoy Early Entry starting at 8:30 AM, with general park opening at 9:00 AM. The park closes at 8:00 PM today. Be aware that the park typically sees its busiest period between 10 AM and 1 PM, with average headliner waits of 41 minutes.
Rope drop plan
To get a head start, consider heading to Avatar Flight of Passage right at Early Entry. This ride, along with Kilimanjaro Safaris and Na'vi River Journey, are typically the worst for waits during the park's peak hours.
Lightning Lane: worth it today?
A Lightning Lane Multi Pass is available for $25 today and is not sold out. If you prefer to purchase individual access, a Lightning Lane Single Pass for Avatar Flight of Passage is available for $20.
Shows and timing
Several shows begin early, including "Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight" at 8:15 AM and "Eco-Rhythmics" at 8:35 AM. "Festival of the Lion King" has its first performance at 10:00 AM, with additional showings throughout the day until 4:00 PM.
Plan your day
- Arrive for Early Entry at 8:30 AM to experience headliners like Avatar Flight of Passage before general park opening.
- Plan your major attractions before 10 AM or after 1 PM to avoid the typical peak period, when average headliner waits are 41 minutes.
- Catch an early show like "Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight" at 8:15 AM or "Festival of the Lion King" at 10:00 AM.
- Yesterday, Avatar Flight of Passage averaged 54 minutes with a peak of 75 minutes, and Kilimanjaro Safaris averaged 49 minutes with a peak of 65 minutes, giving an idea of potential wait times.
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Hours, prices and the forecast are as of 5:00 AM ET on November 15. Disney can change them during the day.