What is the best day of the week to do Epcot?


What is the best day of the week to do Epcot? As a general rule of thumb the best day of the week to visit EPCOT typically tends to be Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. We would recommend visiting on a Wednesday during the festivals mentioned above.


Can you leave EPCOT and come back same day?

Wondering if you can return to EPCOT after leaving? Yes, you can leave Epcot and come back... here's what we did during our afternoon break from Epcot to watch football, eat lunch, and let our kiddo rest with a nap during a recent Disney World Vacation.


What is the least busy day of the week to go to Epcot?

In general, the best days of the week to visit the Disney World parks are Tuesday and Wednesday. The reason being is many families find that you need an entire week for a Disney vacation and typically arrive on Saturday or Sunday. We find weekends and Mondays the busiest days at Walt Disney World.


What month is Epcot the least crowded?

As a general rule of thumb, the slowest times to visit Walt Disney World are typically right when kids go back to school from any major break. (summer, winter, spring, etc) The reason being is most families are done with vacationing at that point which results in lower crowds.


Is it cheaper to get into EPCOT after 4?

You can definitely purchase tickets for EPCOT after 4 pm if there is Park Reservation Availability. However, there are no afternoon discounted tickets. It is the same price for everyone whether you arrive at Park Opening or at 4 pm.


What time are EPCOT fireworks?

When is the show? On most days fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m. at Epcot.


How many steps does it take to walk Epcot?

This can vary a lot from person to person. The amount of steps I've seen posted have ranged anywhere from 5000 to 30000+. That said, it's almost always 10k steps minimum for an able bodied walking person who spends a good majority of their day in a park, and not USUALLY more than 25k.


Can you do Magic Kingdom and EPCOT same day?

Doing both Magic Kingdom and EPCOT in one day requires a Park Hopper add-on to your ticket. Park Hopper add-ons are $65 per 1-day ticket, $75 per 2 or 3-day ticket, and $85 per 4 to 10-day ticket.


What is the best time of day to go to EPCOT?

The parks tend to reach their highest capacity in mid-afternoon. The crowds will start going down around dinnertime. That means the best time to get through the lines is early in the morning, so come on, get out of bed and let's have some Fun.


Is Epcot busier on Monday or Tuesday?

EPCOT's busiest days tend to be Tuesday and Thursday as that is when Disney hosts extra magic hour. We would also suggest avoiding EPCOT on Saturday and Sundays during Festival of the Arts, Flower and Garden, and Food and Wine Festival season. What day of the week is EPCOT least crowded?


Which Disney park is least crowded on Monday?

In general these are the least busy days in each park:
  • Magic Kingdom – Tuesday.
  • Epcot – Monday.
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios – Thursday.
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom – Wednesday.


Does EPCOT do a show at night?

'Luminous: Symphony of Us' New Nighttime Spectacular to Debut at EPCOT in Late 2023. Walt Disney World has shared details about Luminous: The Symphony of Us, which is the all-new nighttime spectacular coming to EPCOT in December 2023 for the Disney100 festivities in Florida.


Is Epcot worth spending a day at?

In general, you should think of Epcot as a two-day park. There's so much to see and do that you really need a couple of days to enjoy everything without feeling like you're rushing through the park. But we recognize that most people can't or won't give two of their precious days at Disney to Epcot.


What is the best age to go to Epcot?

Walt Disney World Epcot – Best for Ages 8 to 14 It's a great theme park for intellectually curious kids (and adults) but not the best for little kids under the age of 8. Older kids will enjoy some of the major thrill rides (like Test Track and Mission: SPACE) and may really enjoy World Showcase.


How many hours does Epcot take?

EPCOT is arguably the least family-friendly park at Walt Disney World, so you may not need more than a few hours to do everything of interest if you have small children. With that said, a full day at EPCOT is highly recommended for first-timers.


Is EPCOT better in the morning or Evening?

Suffice to say, EPCOT attendance increases throughout the day because more people arrive than leave, and wait times remain fairly steady for a lot of attractions. From a strategic perspective, the best time to do EPCOT is before noon, not in the afternoon or at night.


Can you do all Epcot rides in one day?

While you might not be able to get absolutely everything in the park done in a day (with the near-constant stream of Epcot festivals, there's often just too much to see, do, and eat), you will certainly be able to accomplish most or all of the rides, plus make a dent in whatever else strikes your fancy around World ...


What days are the extra hours at Epcot?

It's usually every Monday at Epcot and every Wednesday at Magic Kingdom. That schedule does change from time to time, but is accurate the vast majority of the time. See Walt Disney World's official Events Calendar for specific times for each event night.


What are the longest wait times at EPCOT?

However, a NEW ride has taken the spot of highest average wait time — it's Test Track at 69 minutes. Next up is Soarin' at 34 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 20 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 15 minutes, and Spaceship Earth at 16 minutes.


Is 1 day enough at EPCOT?

The two sections of the park are very different in atmosphere and offerings, so it is like you're visiting two parks in one. Even with so much to see, Epcot can easily be visited during a single day.


What is the most crowded day at EPCOT?

We've noticed a slight uptick in crowds on Thursdays, and a more significant one on Fridays. Still, not nearly as bad as Saturday or Sunday. Even though the impact on wait times isn't terrible, Epcot is the one park we try to avoid on Saturday and Sunday if at all possible.


Can you do Epcot in half a day?

EPCOT is arguably the least family-friendly park at Walt Disney World, so you may not need more than a few hours to do everything of interest if you have small children. With that said, a full day at EPCOT is highly recommended for first-timers.


Is EPCOT free after 7pm?

The Disney After Hours at EPCOT event takes place from 10.00pm to 1.00am. You can get a head start on the fun by entering EPCOT at 7.00pm. You do not need a Disney park reservation or additional ticket to enter EPCOT after 7.00pm.