What is the busiest month at Disneyland?

Most Crowded
  • The weeks before and after Easter: mid-March through mid-April, or Spring Break Season.
  • October which will increase in crowd levels the closer it gets to Halloween.




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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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Weekdays are less crowded than weekends, especially Monday-Thursdays. On weekends, Sundays are usually less crowded than Saturdays. Regular weekends tend to be less crowded than holiday weekends.

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We recommend a minimum of two days: one for each park. You'll want to consider nonpeak periods when the resort is less crowded to maximize your time. Generally, Disney is extra busy and crowded during the following periods: Spring break: typically late March and April.

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if you'd like to experience both parks and most of the popular rides in each park, I'd suggest you get a 2-day or a 3-day pass. But no need to add the park Harper option (more money, of course) - you won't have time to go to both park in one day. For a 2-day pass, go to one on one day and the other the second day.

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At holiday times, it's best to book as soon as you can. Both resorts offer multiple choices for character dining. Service is returning to normal with characters being able to visit with you and hug you! Disney World is generally more crowded than Disneyland, although Disneyland can get crowded, too, at times.

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Arrive Early, Stay Late If daily operating hours are long, expect heavy crowds. Whenever Disneyland and Disney California open at 8 am or 9 am and Disneyland closes at midnight (or later), you can be assured that this is because heavy crowds are forecast.

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You can read my review on my personal experiences booking through Get Away Today and how much you can save here!
  1. Download the Disneyland App.
  2. Use Genie+ to Skip Lines.
  3. Arrive Early to Disneyland.
  4. Stay Until Disneyland Closes.
  5. Find Alternatives to Lines When Disneyland is Crowded.


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Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverages into the parks for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers, do not require heating, reheating, processing or refrigeration and do not have pungent odors. Inform a Security Cast Member of any food items when you enter the park.

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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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Limited shade areas, long lines, crowded parks, and the cost of beverages may put some off from visiting the park in the summer months when hotter temperatures can be unsafe and problematic for visitors — especially those with children.

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Genie Plus is definitely worth it for Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios, and if you don't like early starts, you might consider it for Epcot and Animal Kingdom. If you are park hopping, Genie+ is even better value as it maximises the number of rides you have access to.

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What is the Orlando Crowd Calendar? The Park Prodigy's Orlando park crowd calendar is the best tool to see how busy each theme park will be during a specific month, week, and day.

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We usually hover around 20k steps for a full day at Disneyland. I don't know if that's from inefficiency but we enjoy it. It also allows us to eat more junk food :) I hit about 31,000 one time.

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As a Disney World veteran, here are my best tips for how to beat the crowds at Disney World:
  1. Use crowd calendars. ...
  2. Avoid holidays. ...
  3. Arrive at rope drop. ...
  4. Stay late. ...
  5. Maximize FastPass. ...
  6. Use Extra Magic Hours. ...
  7. Eat at weird times. ...
  8. Splurge on Disney After Hours.


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Avoid anywhere near the castle, along a parade route or near a ride line. 3. Introduce your child to any Disney cast member when you arrive at the park. Show your child the cast member's unique nametag badge so if your child gets lost, tell them to look for someone wearing this badge to help them.

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Some Disneyland closures happen yearly due to holiday overlays or seasonal trends but others are scheduled as needed! It always helps to have an idea of what rides may be closed during your trip to avoid any surprises when you arrive.

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ORLANDO, Fla. – Magic Kingdom is still No. 1. A new report by the Themed Entertainment Association shows Disney's Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida ranks No. 1 for attendance worldwide.

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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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