food IS a theme park
We have good news from Disney World!!!
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Last week was, well, quite a week in the parks. In fact, it was one of the busiest weeks in all of 2024 so far! Between President’s Day Weekend and the Disney Princess Half Marathon, many people took time to visit the parks…but things are changing. We’re taking a look at the average wait times in Disney World from the past week and don’t worry — things are looking up!
When you go to Disney World, you probably get excited to ride all the rides and rank your favorites. The food is probably our favorite part about the Disney parks, but the rides are a close second.
Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster
Sadly, there are some trips you may take where your favorite rides aren’t running, which can be a real drag if you have been eager to ride it. Rides close down in Disney World for lots of reasons, but routine refurbishments are very common, and we’re happy they are because they ensure the best and safest rides for us. So, if you’re planning a trip in March, be prepared for these next few rides and attractions to be closed.
If you’re visiting Magic Kingdom soon, you need to be prepared for the HOT MESS that is Frontierland right now!
Frontierland sign
Almost HALF of the attractions in this land are currently closed, and they won’t reopen for several more weeks at least. Let’s check out those closures and all the temporary refurbishments happening in Disney World from February 25th through March 2nd.
You might think of February as a slow time in Disney World. Depending on the week in February, this could be right or wrong!
Crowds
February has a holiday weekend that you may have forgotten about — President’s Day — when many kids are off school. On top of that, Disney World also hosts the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend which runs from February 22nd to 26th, 2024, and brings massive crowds of runners to the parks. So what does that mean for the wait times at your favorite rides? Well, buckle up because it’s NOT pretty… .
Do you have a trip planned for Disney World in March?
Cinderella Castle
Your trip is so close you are probably counting down the days. Transportation, accommodations, and park tickets have probably been settled. You may have even considered purchasing the Disney Dining Plan or ordered Magic Bands for your trip. BUT what about the things you probably did NOT think about?!Â
Let’s face it — Going to Disney World is NOT a relaxing vacation. You start your day with chaotic rope drop in the morning, then you race to as many rides as possible, wait in a bunch of lines, walk approximately one million steps, and pass out cold as soon as your head hits the pillow each night. If you’re looking for some peace and quiet, the theme parks are NOT where you’ll find it. That’s why we recommend checking out the pools at your Disney World hotel to grab some actual relaxation time!
Fuentes del Morro Pool
If you’re staying at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort or Disney’s Port Orleans — French Quarter, you’ll need to know about these pool CLOSURES that could affect your vacation. But don’t worry! At both hotels, you have a few backup options so you don’t have to completely give up your chill pool time. Let’s check out those closures and all the temporary refurbishments happening in Disney World from February 18th through the 24th.
One of the most important things to keep track of on your Disney vacation is the wait times!
Magic Kingdom
The My Disney Experience app can tell you when rides are closed and what the wait time trends look like for the day at every ride. Although it’s important to look at the times when you’re in the park, it’s also good to study wait time trends ahead of time! That’s why we’re here — to warn you about what’s going on with the wait times so you know what to expect on your next trip.
It’s been a busy year for Disney World so far!
Cinderella Castle
If you haven’t been in recent years, it’s like a new experience. Park passes are no longer required for most ticketholders, park hopping is back to normal, and the Disney Dining Plan is available again. On top of that, we know that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is opening this summer and Country Bear Jamboree is getting an all-new show. So what’s in store for the month of March? It’s time to find out!
FINALLY! Two long-term closures that have plagued Disney World for a WHILE are going to come to an end within the next couple of months.
Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle
We can’t wait for these things to finally be open and available again in the parks!
One of the most important things to pay attention to during your Disney World trip is the wait times!
Disney World requires a LOT of walking!
You pay SO much money to get into the parks, so you want to make the most of your time right? That’s why we’re always tracking the changes in wait time patterns and boy, do we have an update for you today. Wait times have been decreasing at a steady pace across the board, but times increased at EVERY attraction in one Disney World park this week. You may think it’s Hollywood Studios or Magic Kingdom…but this actually happened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
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