Best Days to Go to Hollywood Studios in 2026
Quietest day at Hollywood Studios: Wednesday (avg posted wait 29 min vs 38 min on Fridays, last 90 days).
Weekdays and weekends are close: 34 min Monday–Friday vs 35 min Saturday–Sunday.
Based on 90 days of real wait time data collected every 5 minutes. Data through Oct 16, 2026
Wednesday is the best day to visit Hollywood Studios, with an average wait of 29 minutes. Friday is the worst at 38 minutes — 9 minutes longer per ride. Weekdays and weekends are close: 34 min Monday–Friday vs 35 min Saturday–Sunday.
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Day-by-Day Breakdown
| Rank | Day | Avg Wait | Crowd Level | Data Points | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 | Wednesday | 29 min | High | 13 | Great choice |
| 🥈 | Thursday | 32 min | High | 13 | Great choice |
| 🥉 | Monday | 33 min | High | 13 | Solid option |
| 4 | Sunday | 34 min | High | 13 | Solid option |
| 5 | Tuesday | 34 min | High | 13 | Above average crowds |
| 6 | Saturday | 35 min | Very High | 12 | Avoid if possible |
| 7 | Friday | 38 min | Very High | 13 | Avoid if possible |
Tips for Your Visit
- Wednesday consistently has the lowest wait times — aim for this day if your schedule allows.
- Arrive at rope drop (park opening) regardless of the day — the first 90 minutes always have the shortest waits.
- Avoid Fridays when possible — average waits are 9 minutes longer than Wednesdays.
- Weekday vs weekend: Weekdays and weekends are close: 34 min Monday–Friday vs 35 min Saturday–Sunday.
- Check our crowd calendar for specific date predictions.
Best day to visit Hollywood Studios: FAQ
Is Hollywood Studios busier on weekends or weekdays?
Weekdays and weekends are close: 34 min Monday–Friday vs 35 min Saturday–Sunday. Figures are the average posted standby wait across all tracked attractions over the last 90 days (90 park-days, through Oct 16, 2026).
What is the least crowded day of the week at Hollywood Studios?
Wednesday. Over the last 90 days, Wednesdays averaged a 29-minute posted wait at Hollywood Studios, the lowest of any day. Fridays were the busiest at 38 minutes.
What is the best weekday to visit Hollywood Studios?
Wednesday was the quietest Monday–Friday day at Hollywood Studios over the last 90 days (avg 29 min posted wait); Friday was the busiest weekday (38 min).
Is Saturday or Sunday better at Hollywood Studios?
Sunday was quieter over the last 90 days: 34 min average posted wait vs 35 min on Saturday.
See also: crowds by day of the week · crowd calendar · rides that close in the rain