Disney World Crowd Calendar October 2018
The Disney World Crowd Calendar October 2018 starts off as a warm month and begins to cool off as the month goes along. It’s still in the high season for hurricanes, so be sure to check into travel insurance for your trip. We tend to see moderate rainfalls, but showers can happen any afternoon and some Halloween Parties experience rainfall. The crowds in October at Disney World tend to be in the low to moderate range. The Halloween Parties are quite popular and sell out often on weekends and around Halloween.
MICKEY’S NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY and Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival with the Eat to the Beat Concert Series will bring in some crowds, but nothing like Summer season or the big Holidays. The Columbus Day weekend is typically really busy, but can be managed with good TOURING PLANS and Fastpass+ usage. Mid-week Halloween Parties are generally the best if you’re vacationing here. It’s my opinion that everyone should experience the Halloween Party at least once. The lower crowds can also lead to ATTRACTION REFURBISHMENTS that are typically not announced until summer. Be sure to check back during the summer months to see if anything has changed.
October is a great month as far as crowds are concerned, (except on weekends and Columbus Day week is bad,) and is among the best times to visit. Regardless of the times you can still enjoy the parks by going to a green park, arriving at least 45 minutes before rope drop.
I recommend the strategy of arriving early and taking a mid-afternoon break. Go for a swim with the kids and enjoy the pool, then take a nap of an hour or so before returning to a park for evening entertainment and rides.
Will the park hours for Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom be extended?
Yes, it’s highly likely that the park hours will extend for many dates in October. Disney usually releases preliminary hours, then adds hours the closer you get to your trip. With Animal Kingdom now offering “After dark” experiences, you can expect that park to stay open much later.
What will the weather be like during your October trip?
- Average high temperature: 84°F
- Average low temperature: 66°F
- Mean temperature: 75°F
- Record high temperature: 95°F (1958)
- Record low temperature: 38°F (2008)
- Average Precipitation: 2.52 in.
October is in the median range in terms of temperature and rain. It’s still hurricane season, so be prepared. Late in the month may have some cooler nights, so bring a sweater.
Dress in light colors and wear comfortable shoes with socks that breathe. Bring a small, handheld fan for each child. Bring a poncho for each person and a stroller cover because there’s often afternoon thunderstorms in the summer.
Should I use Extra Magic Hours privilege?
Avoid the trap of visiting a park on its longest hours day. More people will be there and the wait times can be 30% to 100% higher than other days.
If you are planning to use Extra Magic Hours, use the morning ones, they are a great benefit, if you leave after lunch or parade time. Avoid the parks that offer evening Extra Magic Hours because they have large crowds at night and many rides have long lines (Hollywood Studios and Epcot). The exception would be the Magic Kingdom late at night because most guests won’t stay up from 1am to 3am in the morning. If you choose a Late Extra Magic Hour park, you should plan to sleep in the next day.
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What attractions will be CLOSED for refurbishment during your trip
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Special October Events at Walt Disney World
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Thank you so much for all of this!! I have a couple of questions. You list DHS as having EMH on Friday, 11/2 (and other websites show the same). The rest of the year they seem to have EMH on Sundays, though. Is there something different about this week? Also, you list MK as AVOID on Thursday 11/1. Is this because they have so many parties early in the week? Thanks for all you do!
What is better mk on Monday October 29 you have it marked as Yellow-Moderate crowd day but mk is red or mk on Sunday Novemeber 4 it is marked Orange- crowds/wine dine half mk is marked yellow
Is yellow mk always better than red mk or does that change when a yellow day is marked for Orange crowds?
Sunday
Will the MK be opened until 2 am any day from 10/24-11/3
Today is 180 days from my October trip. However, I am unable to make any dinner reservations at MK for the nights of the Halloween party. I called Disney and they said they haven’t released or open the times yet. Why is this? That’s the purpose of scheduling my trip so early is so I can get my dinning reservations in time. I have never had this issue. I can’t even get a reservation for places that usually have plenty of openings. Any thoughts as to what’s going on?
For Friday, 10/12/18. Why is Epcot a worst park? Just due to people drinking for F & W or another reason? Also, for 10/12/18, will there be EMH at any park?
Previous thinking was that a park becomes the best park the day after it’s EMH, does that still hold true? Thank you!
Magic Kingdom is the EMH park on 12th
I was really hoping to do the late MK EMH on October 24th, 2018. Past years show that wednesday as being open until 2 am. Is that why it’s worse park right now on your calendar even though it’s the only late emh park you recommend? I thought it would be a perfect way to end our first trip by doing the last two days: MK, sleep in, and do MNSSHP on my daughter’s birthday/last day. :)
Magic Kingdom is a RED park that day. I do not recommend it.
I didn’t realize that Fantasmic started at the same time as Hollywood Studios closes. Is that unique to October or is that normal?
Sometimes it happens after the park closes too
Does that mean there are no EARLY MORNING MAGIC HOURS for 10/9? The Disney site says it is normally on Tuesdays and some other day. It looks like I have to wait 9 more days for the calendar to catch up.
There was no EMM for that time frame last year. Park is too busy
Awesome! Thank you!
Thanks for your terrific website! Do you know the park & EMH for Monday Oct 1st? I don’t see it on the crowd calendar.
AK corrected
I noticed that there are no EMH listed for Monday 10/1/2018. AK is red and looking at the previous weeks AK has am EMH’s on Monday. Are there EMH at AK for this day?
Corrected
HA! Nevermind! :)
Is it just me or can we not print the calendar? That would be extremely helpful.
Turn on background print
Are these the definite park hours for October 2018, or are these predictions based on past years? We’re starting to plan out our mid-October trip and think about our advanced dining reservations, and I noticed the Disney site doesn’t have park times for October 2018 listed yet. (Although I know from past years that those will likely change a bit anyway.)
Thank you for a great site!
They are real. I’m always a month or more ahead of the official WDW site, but they are the initial hours and EMH. It’s rare that EMH will change.
Staying at Swan and Dolphin on property. I know I can book dining 180 days from arrival, but are we consider on property for the 60 reservations for fastpasses?
yes
Kenny, is there any chance DHS might have Night time EMHs? Esp on a Friday? Thx!
Purchased! Thanks!!
Thanks! Also I hear MNSSHP tix are on sale but I don’t see them online. Do I need to call? Planning for Tuesday, October 16th. Thanks!
Yes I have an article on here with the number
Thanks so much! Any reason why the HEA times in October are later than in September?
Updated
Following!
i was thinking this! It’s past mid march and we book our ADR on thursday so really need them
When will the October 2018 schedule be posted?
Do you think October hours might be extended the week of Columbus Day and if so when it might be posted?
It usually does mid-September
following this– hoping for extended hours the week of columbus day
Our October 17th AK plan is stressing me out! We have an 8:15 breakfast ADR at Tusker House, which is one of our favorite things about our annual trip to WDW. We really don’t want to change it so we’ll be headed to Navi when we finish up. We are hoping everyone continues to stream to FOP at rope drop and we can get into the Navi line with less than an hour wait by the time we get there at 9:15-9:30. Also, we weren’t able to get a ROL dining reservation for that meal so I’m debating FP+ or just standby. I hate having only two FP+ for the day with the third being held for ROL at the end of the day but I also don’t want to miss out on ROL or waste an hour in line. Is ROL on a single showing night still a huge deal? It’s stressing me out!! If anyone has suggestions (or comforting comments!), pass them along!
I liked it better when we were in the minority of people who love love love AK! ha!
We are trying to decide which Halloween party to attend; Columbus Day, Tuesday, or Thursday. I was leaning toward Tuesday but an Ohana dinner reservation just opened up and we can’t resist Ohana! What are your thoughts on the best day for the party this week?
Both will be busy or sell out.
Do you think there will still be evening hours added to AK for this Oct?
Yes
He’s right. If you click on oct 10/15 week it takes you to the previous week.
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Kenny just letting you know your 2017 weekly schedules are off by a week. The first week is showing the 2nd week, etc.
No, they aren’t. You sure you’re not looking at 2016?
We are headed to Disney 10/25-10/30. You mentioned to avoid Epcot Food and Wine on Friday and Saturday nights, but those are the only days your recommend Epcot during our stay. What makes Epcot busier weekend food and wine or EMH?
Epcot is a yellow park on weekends. If you arrive early and use Fastpass well, you’ll still have a nice day. I have a number of great plans on http://www.characterlocator.com that will help you.
Excellent! I’ll keep an eye out for your email. It was so much fun! Go RED WINGS!
The week of Oct 15th…I’m guessing the Halloween party would be more crowded on a Fri night over Tues? Or does day of the week really not matter for the party? Thanks!
Fridays are generally the busiest
James, we are in the same boat. I found dates for MNSSHP on a different site that line up with these too. Fingers crossed!!! I wish I knew for sure before our ADR’s open up!
This was the first location to list mnsshp and October hours.
BTW the hours were confirmed by Disney, and any day in October that closes at 7pm is always mnsshp
Are your dates for the Halloween party just the days you think they are going to be? They haven’t announced them yet. Do you have a pretty good idea what days they are from past years? We’ll be there the 1st week of Oct. ’17. We want to go to the Halloween party and just trying to start planing what days to go where. Thanks.
thanks
Kenny when I click print and the print preview shows, it’s in black and white, and only prints in black and white.
Any suggestions
Turn on background
Thanks!
Thanks Kenny for the Oct. 2017 calendar.
Just a quick question are you planning on going live again? LOVED it!
I’ll do some more things like that in the future
Wondering 2 things…going from Sept 27th-Oct 7th? Any idea on if Rivers of light will be offered nightly then? Only planning one AK day and want to make sure we hit it. Although we have hopper. Also wondering if there will be any Fireworks at HS then in addition to Fantasmic?
Not listed yet, likely added later
Thanks!
I am trying to check your calendar for the last week in October and when I click on the link it doesn’t take me to the correct days.
Note at bottom explains that Mobile users must be subscribed to http://www.characterlocator.com and logged in. Desktop users can see full calendar.
Kenny, I see that Captain’s Grille will relocated to Ariel’s from May-fall 2017 due to refurbishments. I assume Ariel’s is also located at the Yacht Club? I can’t find any info on Ariel’s.
It’s at Beach Club and is usually used for private events like weddings, so they will move to that location for dining during summer.
I’m waiting for the first week of October info as well :)
any news on when disney will release october hours?
I’ll post as soon as I get the emh schedule
I think this is a typo:
Will the park hours for Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom be extended?
Yes, it’s highly likely that the park hours will extend for many dates in December.
Shouldn’t it be October since this is for the October 2017 post?
Park hours always get extended and as stated, the October crowd calendar gets posted in mid-march.
Going to MK on Oct 29th, 2016. I see it’s not a MNSSHP night. Will they still have trick or treating and other Halloween stuff going on in the evening?
Also, I noticed you changed that day for MK from Moderate to Heavy. Any reason why?
Don’t remember changing that, but based on MK hours, it looks like a very busy day for you.
No
Hi! I’m thinking about booking a trip at the end of Oct. 2017. Oct.26 – Nov. 4. How are the crowds around that time? Thanks!
You’ll see that listed on that week’s link near the bottom of the page
I just saw that MK addded EMH to 10/31. With it also being a MNSHP date (which is usually the recommended park day) how will this affect the crowds? Our original plans were to rope drop until FoF parade. Now I am reconsidering due to the EMH.
Given than 10/31 is a MNSSHP. we were anticipating lower crowds.Our plan was to go rope drop to FoF parade. Now that they have added EMH in the morning, should I readjust our plan?
No it won’t affect you much. Do use the extra hour though
If we wouldn’t be able to make it in time for the extra morning hour, should we swap our day to 11/1 instead?
I would
Friday October 7th reflects different times for MK. It says 8-7 with 7-8 am EMH.
Corrected, thanks
Other sites are adjusting their crowd calendar to have a larger crowd the week of October 2-8. Do you think there is going to be a heavier crowd?
Most of that week should remain moderate as predicted, but you’ll see heavier crowds in the red parks, so avoid those.
Any idea what time they typically do the fireworks during the halloween party
That’s in my Halloween Party info
thanks :-) So another question would you recommend the 5th or 9th for MSEP? now that the 9th is the last day which day would be better?
5th
October 7th and 8th are missing on your crowd calendar. I know they were there before but now they aren’t showing up. Thank you!!!
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Please disregard! I’m loosing it for sure as I was looking at the 2015 and NOT the 2016!!! – so sorry Kenny I should have known better!
Hi Kenny, While looking at your October Crowd Calendar, I believe you have Oct. 28 & 29 mixed around. The 28th is slated for MNSSHP and will not have all the night time activities you have listed. Oct. 29 is a non party night and hopefully will have all the night time goodness!
My husband and I are want to go during the food and wine festival. Which weeks would you recommend? We can go any time after Oct. 15th. Thanks and I love this site.
Find the time with the lowest crowd level that fits your schedule. Weekends are a bit busier at Epcot too
Hi Kenny- Two questions. I just got a call telling me my Fantastic dinner rez for 10/6 is being cancelled because the park will close early for a private event. I am now scrambling to look at our whole schedule as I had everything planned and now how to shuffle almost everything. 1st question- with HS closing early that day, will another park be opened later? 2nd- It looks like AK has a 5pm close for each day of the 1st half of Oct, but you list the sunset ~2hrs after that for each day, now that AK is rolling out ‘after dark’ stuff, will they be adjusting their closing times to be much later at some point?
Correct. I just had to update the park hours that day. I hate when they do that stuff. October hours will update as we go along and AK will stay open much later.
I received the same phone call. Had a dining reservation for 5 p.m. at 50’s dinner and they said they could fit us in at 4. When I looked this morning they changed our reservation to 3 p.m. Now I’m scrambling to decided what to do for dinner reservations that night. I think we are going to stick with HS that day because I hate to change the rest of the weeks plans. Kenny will the crowds be lighter at HS with the early close? Not sure what to do. I did ask the representative what they could do to off set the inconvenience and they provided us with three additional FP for HS.
Yes, the early close will move people to other parks
So, that day/night 10/6. If HS is closing early for a party, and AK is currently scheduled to close at 5pm, and MK is closing at 7pm for Mickey Not So Scary, I assume Epcot with be totally jammed?
AK will extend, but EP and AK will feel the pain
I keep reading that we should avoid Friday, Saturday, & Sunday at Epcot during food and wine. But you have Sunday’s listed as green. Should I rethink my touring plan on Sunday and move It to Weds instead? I can get an Akerhaus reservation on Sunday but not Weds :(
Sundays aren’t that bad at FW. That’s why you can get a reservation ;)
Well duh :)!! I didn’t even think of that. I have a 9:15 reservation for my two princesses-1 and 4. Do you recommend doing future world right after the reservation and then world showcase? Of course we will need to fit in Anna and Elsa.
Arrive 8:45am. Breakfast. Anna/Elsa and Frozen ride and then Future World
Thank you for the great info@
We are going to DW 10/27-11/2 or 11/28-11/3, and staying at Pop Century. We have two children, ages 10 and 11, and this is our first trip to DW. Would you recommend the Park Hopper?
No you’ll get more done staying in a single park
Any idea why Halloween at MK has AM EMH when they are normally on Friday’s in October? The Disney World Calendar doesn’t show that same AM EMH. I wonder if it is a mistake. The AM EMH is throwing off my plan so I hope it is :)
Looks like they changed from MK to AK. I just adjusted it. the travel agent info had it at MK that day.
This is great news!! I am NOT an AM EMH kinda gal. Thanks for all you do here Kenny!
Do you have any idea what nights DHS might have extended hours? Also, if AK will be open later on any day? Going week of 10/23.
It will be a while before they extend hours for Oct
Okay, thank you!
With EMH moving from AK to MK on October 31st, will AK remain a ‘not recommended’ park for that day? Not sure if EMH is the only reason to choose another park. Thanks!
I missed that switch. Thanks. I’ll go green AK, yellow mk for now. Should have a better idea through summer with AK staying open later
Hi Kenny,
I just saw that the MSEP and Wishes times were updated. I was wondering would it be better to go to MK on Mon 10/24 or Wed 10/26? They are both red. I know you said Mondays aren’t the best but Wednesday have EMH.
Thanks so much!
Do you have emh privilege?
No we do not.
No EMH, arrive early Monday
My original plan was Sun – MK, Mon – HS, Tues – MK, Wed – E and Thurs – AK. But then I saw the night shows for MK and we would like to attend. Thanks!
I’ve seen some of the merchandise, but do you think there will be any 45th birthday celebrations/activities in MK on Oct 1st?
No
Any idea when they will announce Wishes times for October? We make our Dining reservations tomorrow and was hoping to do California Grill during it.
Hopefully soon, but only on days with no parties
Are the October hours you’ve posted tentative? I know Disney can extend them.
Hours adjust regularly. I update when they do
Can you tell me when evening EMHs are typically for HS? Do they ever offer this on Sunday evenings?
All emh are marked on the Crowd Calendars
Any ideas about Animal Kingdom hours being extended since they will have night events now?
They will be, just hasn’t happened yet
This is great info! I’m not seeing Oct 2016 hours anywhere, so I really appreciate it. I’m cruising on DCL the 4th week out of NYC. We stop at PC on Wed and are given hoppers for the day. Did you take that into consideration for this month? Just wondering if you’ll think this will impact crowds. Looks like MK is already red, so it could be quite crowded.
This info is great, thanks Kenny! Question, I am arriving 10/6 in the morning and departing 10/11. I realize the misstep party is not announced yet, but if it is in fact when you think it will be, would you recommend i take my family to that when we arrive (10/6 night) or do that the night before we depart (10/10-columbus day). ?
It will be then and I’d go 6th while you’re fresh
I noticed here and on dibb that wishes aren’t scheduled any night at the MK
Historically I thought if it wasn’t the MNSSHP then wishes are shown. Can you confirm at all/
I explained in the post that they will update all that later
Any idea when the October 2016 crowd calendar will be out?
Always 6.5 months prior, so March
Hi Kenny,
Is there any particular reason Disney hasn’t released the October Park Hours yet? It seems later than is typical for most months.
Happened in January as well. They do what they want, when they want
It’s March 17th. When is the October 2016 calander coming out? Getting close to my 180 day mark!
Hopefully by tomorrow. Just waiting on Disney
So, Red Park with Orange heavy crowds is better than Red Park with Green light crowds because there’s a party that day?
Red and orange would be far worse than red and green
I’m sorry for what might be a silly question, but would we be better off visiting MK with teenagers on Sat Oct 3rd or Monday Oct 26th? Thank you!
Sat. Mondays are the worst
Yay!!! Thanks!
Hey Kenny! Just took a look at the revised hours/entertainment for our trip 10/3 – 10/7. On 10/5, MK shows closing at 10PM, but you have a MSEP listed at 9PM & 11PM… Will the parks hours go until 11PM that night? Or is the parade only at 9PM? Thanks!
MK will close at 12am. Adjusted
Hi Kenny – after 3 weeks if daily conversations with Guest Services nit front line, the only days we can reserve are Nov 16 thru Dec 02 at French QTR – any other moderate completely unavailable – happy re: FQ but really worried re: crowds for the whole of Thanksgiving week & the weather temps will probably be quite cool. We have been coming to the parks a couple times a y since 1979 – this is our first trip at Thanksgiving. Any suggestions? & when do you anticipate your Nov schedule to be available? Thanx
Weather is pretty moderate here then. Crowds are really busy thanksgiving week, but crowds always lose to good planning.
Hi Kenny! Wondering why Thursday 10/1 is a red day at Epcot? Thought this would be a good, slow day to visit this park but now you’ve got me worried! What’s going on to bring in big crowds that day?
Longest regular hours of any park that day.
HI,
Thanks for all the great info.
I am planning a trip in late October and am wondering which week would be best in terms of crowds. Is there a big difference in visiting a “green” park on a “yellow” day as opposed to a “green” park on a “green” day? Thanks for your valuable input.
Hi Kenny, This site is wicked awesome! (yup a Boston girl) I was wondering about the crowds from 9/30/15 – 10/7/15? You have really manageable levels listed, but with Disney releasing FD this week,it appears every on site room is booked. Will these dates be like Christmas week?
I included Free dining in the Crowd Calendar before I released it.
Excellent!
Thanks,
Kelli
I noticed the 4:45am In October 18-24.
You won’t have to wake up so early. I fixed them Thanks
Thanks!! Love your site! It’s become my Disney go-to!!! Character Palooza was awesome and I never would have found it without you!! :)
Thanks!
Hi Kenny! How long are typical wait times for popular rides when the crowds are low (green)? ie Toy Story or Rock n’ Rollercoaster.
One hour(ish)
Hi Kenny! Great Job on your site! I just wanted to mention that you have Characterpalooza listed at 4:45 am in October instead of pm. Of course, I am guessing after the gates close to the public, all of characters are out to party. :)
What date?
Would you suggest going to MNSSHP on Tuesday Oct 6 or Sunday Oct 4?
Sunday would be a good night
HI Kenny, We are planning on the MNSSHP on sunday 10/25. You have the crowds listed as heavy but MK is in the green that day. Do you think the Halloween party will be manageable that day? Our main focus will be some rides, trick or treating and seeing the parade and fireworks. This will be our first party. My kids don’t care about any of the rare characters that are only out on Halloween. We may try to meet a few princesses such as tiana and Rapunzel if time allows. thx for any advice you have.
Party is always manageable, but could sell out that day. A sold out party is no where close to a busy park. Princesses can be met easier during the day and you can use FP for Rapunzel.
I’m a little confused here. I thought character palooza was in the back by streets of america and lights motor show but I’m also seeing it at exit of Tower of Terror. Is it at both locations or has it changed to TOT exit?
Nope, it was moved to Tower of Terror and my Character Palooza page reflects that change
Are the character palooza at both locations at the same time?
There is only one location with multiple sets
How do I open the calender to see Character Palooza
“Click on an image for a full sized view. BE SURE TO PRINT IN LANDSCAPE MODE!” It’s right above the first image.
How do you know to leave the park before MNSSHP ?
Because they check for armbands at 7pm and you’ll be asked to head to the gates if you aren’t wearing one.
What does the yellow/orange mickey heads on the first line of each week mean?
It was an attempt to point out the difference in crowd sizes
Where is Character Palooza held in HS at 4:50 on 10/10? Thanks!
http://kennythepirate.com/category/character-palooza-2/
Sorry to post so much but where did you see that he magic kingdom will be open until 2am on 10/4 ? The disney world site doesn’t even have that just curious
Thanks
WDW did have it posted as 2am last night and then it changed all of a sudden. I’m hoping they change it back!
Why hope, this is correct
Disney World’s official website is the least reliable source of information. The times here are accurate.
Gotcha, I’m a newbie, I just asummed they would be the most accurate, lol. But, that’s great news!
Nope, they are usually the last to know and their own blog releases information that is often wrong too.
Is there no character palooza on 10/1-10-4? I noticed its on the rest of the month but don’t see it listed any info would be appreciated thanks
Confirming times for Oct and will repost shortly
Reposted for October
Hello! Love your site, just signed up and paid yesterday! I’m looking forward to getting a reservation from “fetch” lol! I just have a question about the MNSSHP on Friday October 3rd. Why is that Friday party considered a light crowd party compared to the rest of the Friday’s in October? We are trying to decide if we should go the Oct 3rd party instead of Oct 10. We were there last year at the Thursday Oct 10th and thought is was crowded and I read on your site how that night was sold out last year. Thanks in advance!
Because the other weeks have holidays or they are getting closer to Halloween and sell out more often.
Kenny,
What party would you suggest my boyfriend and I get tickets for? We will arrive on the 11th and leave on the 18th. We already have tickets for the 13th, but I’m wondering if Thursday or Friday would be better? Do you think I should try to switch to Friday? I was thinking that because it’s our last day and we want to spend the last day in MK. Help!
Probably very similar as both sold out last year. Friday will sell out, Thursday could sell out, so maybe Thursday? Sorry for the clear as mud answer.
Thank you for your website! I trust your info bc I know you visit the parks often and you’ve conquered the crowds. Plus, it’s so fun to read about all of the character experiences.
Thanks SD
We will be there the week of Oct 20th, planning on visiting as follows, Mon = Epcot, Tues = AK, Wed = MK, Thurs = Epcot, Fri = MK . Seeing your calendar however makes me nervous about visiting MK on Wed since you’ve labeled it red. We have a 2 yr old, so my plan all along was to be at the park for opening and leave by 12, then returning after a 5 PM dinner at Ohana so that we can see fireworks and the parade. The only priorties for that day are Peter Pan, Small World, and Dumbo, and meeting Mickey after dinner. I know that with this being the only day that week with Wishes and the night parade we will see more volume than a Party day, but will we be okay with my basic plan? PS. Love following you along. This will be our first trip as a family (and I haven’t been in over 20 years) so I can’t wait!
Christina,
You’ll have a great time if you arrive before park open, use FP+ and return for evening spectaculars. You’ll have a great day. Your plan will work well. You’re going to have a great vacation.
Curious. What is going in Oct 17-21 that makes it orange? I would have thought Columbus Day weekend would be busier??
Current models aren’t showing it as busy that weekend, but that could change when park hours are updated in the future.