Is Disney more crowded on Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest weeks of the year at Walt Disney World, and although there is arguably a slight decline on Thanksgiving itself, it is still a 9/10 in terms of crowds. We cover crowd level expectations in our When to Visit Walt Disney World post.



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Though Thanksgiving week is definitely considered a busy time at Disney World, it's not nearly as crowded as other times of year – like Christmas. Throughout the week, crowds continue to build, with the Saturday-Wednesday before Thanksgiving generally being slightly less busy than Thursday-Sunday.

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November 2023 – Save for Thanksgiving and Veterans Day weeks, neither of which are as bad as the Christmas and New Year's holiday weeks in terms of crowds, November is similar to December. Early and mid-November are usually good times to visit Walt Disney World, and the week after Thanksgiving is exceptional.

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While the Christmas / New Years' week is thought to be the most crowded, the Thanksgiving crowds are three times larger. July 4th is the busiest day of the summer. Sundays were the least busy day in three of the four weeks; while Tuesdays or Wednesdays were the busiest day in three of the four weeks.

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When is Disney World the MOST crowded?
  • Easter (both the week before and the week after typically have increased crowds)
  • Independence Day (July 4)
  • Indigenous Peoples' Day (2nd Monday in October)
  • Veterans' Day (November 11)
  • Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday in November)
  • Christmas week through January 1.


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Off-peak times fall around January, February, September, and early November. Discounts on vacation packages booked directly through Disney (which combine park tickets and hotel stays) can be found year-round, though they're most common at these less-crowded times.

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Aside from Thanksgiving, November is again a typically quieter month. With temperatures that don't drop too low, a lower chance of rainfall, and lower wait times for rides due to thinner crowds, November is a great time to visit if you can.

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A: It's always a great time to visit Disney theme parks! However, when planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort, expect lower crowds from mid-September through mid-November (before the Thanksgiving break). Mid-January through mid-March is another time when potentially lower crowds are expected.

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A trip at this time of year also has the added bonus of cooler temperatures — or, to superfans, Spirit Jersey weather. Disney World's least busy month, though, is almost always September.

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Though Thanksgiving week is definitely considered a busy time at Disney World, it's not nearly as crowded as other times of year – like Christmas. Throughout the week, crowds continue to build, with the Saturday-Wednesday before Thanksgiving generally being slightly less busy than Thursday-Sunday.

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BUT, there are days when Magic Kingdom closes as early as 6PM because of special events. AND, there are “extended evening hours” for guests of certain hotels that sometimes keep the park open as late (or early, depending on how you look at it) as 1AM.

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Disney World Weather in November The weather at Disney World in November is fairly warm and dry making it a great time of the year to visit. The average high for Orlando in November is 78 degrees with the average low being 59 degrees.

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December is one of the busiest times of year for Disney World, and, as such, sees the highest average ticket prices. The most expensive day to visit Disney World at the end of the year is, again, not a surprise, the period of time right before Christmas until New Year's Eve.

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To save you some time, here are all of the key points you need to know: Cheapest Time to Visit Disney World = early January until Presidents Day weekend in February. Second Cheapest Time to visit Disney World = early November through mid-December. Cheapest Month for Park Tickets = September.

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November is very busy crowd-wise thanks to Thanksgiving and the start of the Christmas season at Disney World. If you have a good plan and are flexible, we are positive you will still have a great time.

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Typically, the least crowded times at Disney World tend to be:
  • Mid to Late January through early February: The holiday season has ended, and many families are not traveling because school is in session.
  • Mid-May: There aren't any holidays during this time, and not as many families travel in the final weeks of school.


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In addition to all of those, keep in mind that the weekends are almost always busier than the weekdays, with mid-week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) being less crowded than Mondays and Fridays.

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Unsurprisingly, weekends are typically more crowded than weekdays, the release from MagicGuides said, and when it comes to weekdays, Mondays and Fridays tend to be slightly more crowded than Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Persistent rumors about Disney lowering its drinking age may contribute to teenage ...

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