If not, I wouldn’t worry too much. Extra Magic Hours have not been brought back since the Walt Disney World theme parks reopened in July of 2020 and it was recently announced that Early Theme Park Entry would be replacing the offering later in 2021. The other glaring drawback to ETPE is the reduction in extra park time for resort guests. However,if it does open, going on a weekday will still be your best bet. While Walt Disney World may be a magical place, that magic unfortunately could not protect it from Covid-19 and all the turmoil it brought with it. Hearing your feedback—even when you disagree with us—is both interesting to us and helpful to other readers, so please share your thoughts below in the comments! It’s not a vacation, it’s a character-building boot camp. Thank you both! Well, those hoping for a more comprehensive calendar update with extensions for more distant dates has gotten their wish this week! Here is … Read more, If you’re soon visiting Mickey and all his pals, the Walt Disney World transportation system might just be your best friend when it comes to traveling from your resort to the parks and back again. For those who prefer evenings to mornings, ETPE does not offer an evening option, meaning many early mornings. When looking at these new hours, it’s important to understand that Walt Disney World has returned to its normal practice of releasing boilerplate hours before extending those based on attendance and hotel occupancy projections. But, you gotta grit your teeth and power through, because unless Disney gets all the stuff back, you are just going to suffer the lack. Fingers crossed that hours are somewhat extended come second weekend of June. Good idea. We learned all … Read more. Another benefit was that some of these extra hours would happen in the evening. The calendar was previously posted through March 20, and now extends to April 3, 2021. Disney’s Hollywood Studios: – January 23 – 31: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm) – February 1 – 13: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm) – February 14 – 28: 10:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm) – March 1 – 31: 10:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm) – April 1 – 10: 10:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm) Credit: Disney … EPCOT is the worst pick on weekends for the exact opposite reason. By tht middle of April its time to get back to normal or we WILL NEVER COME BACK. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I haven’t heard any credible rumors beyond “2021” but I’d personally be surprised if more entertainment and some nighttime spectaculars aren’t back by fall. Here are the newly-expanded park hours…. You’ll want to keep an eye on your My Disney Experience App for the latest update in park hours. In this post, we’ll share the updated calendar for the busiest week of the year, plus commentary on best & worst days of the week for each park. Here’s what we loved: That being said,if you think you’d rather be able to enjoy the 50th anniversary celebration, then definitely wait for the fall. We’ve never been in spring, so we aren’t sure what to expect. Do you think they will Extend the April hours? Please note that not all Walt Disney World ® Theme Park attractions are available during Extra Magic Hours. For example, towards the end of the program, with the park offering EMH would have higher crowd counts all day. While hours can be longer on Saturdays and Sundays, the cost is elevated crowds as compared to weekdays. Accordingly, our strong preference is Animal Kingdom on weekends. Disney World Extends & Adds Park Hours in October & December 2020, Disney World News: Construction Resumes, Resort Closures & Addressing Frustration. As you plan your vacation to the most magic place on earth, here are the current posted park hours for February 14 – May 1, 2021. This site is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any other way associated with The Walt Disney Company. Oga’s cantina is the only thing that you can plan ahead that we wanted to do but couldn’t get into… is it worth checking back in the few days before we go? You have to ask if some restaurant might open? I have read all your posts about avoiding the 2nd weekend in February at all costs but unfortunately for us that is our ONLY opportunity to go. Hope this helps and you have a magical time! Standing right next to DJ Rex in Oga’s. We like going during Mardi Gras time because the kids are out of school. Candice – For me it was just luck, checking at the exact right time. Can you even enjoy the night time Pandora atmosphere with a closing time of 5:00? We ventured to the House of Mouse in mid-December of 2020. Visiting exclusively on weekdays will be the best low crowds experience, even if it means shorter hours. We felt rushed and unable to really enjoy everything at each park. Things are … a little different… as Disney World re-opens. Sources have indicated that Disney is looking at exploring something called “Resort Guest Early Entry” as they look to introduce more of the pre-pandemic perks that … By Mike. The chances of contracting covid on vacation will be lower, if you haven’t gotten the vaccine by then, but I’m not sure WDW is going to be able to bring everything everyone loves back quickly. We’re staying at the Boardwalk, and I’m hoping that will make getting on the ride ahead of the crowd at park opening easier, if it is indeed open. The Walt Disney World website now shows parks hours have been released through June 19! Still, not nearly as bad as Saturday or Sunday. 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. If that happens, would it effect your recommendations at all? With Mardi Gras pretty much cancelled in Louisiana and other states, there might not be the mad rush for WDW around Feb 16 (Mardi Gras). Note that “easier” is a relative term–boarding passes are still gone within seconds when the virtual queue opens at 7 am, so you need to be up early for that. With that said, it’s definitely easier to score a spot in the virtual queue for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance on weekdays. Walt Disney World has added new hours through early April 2021 for Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios, while also extending hours for late January and February 2021. Crowds were great and we rode Pandora twice on AK day, had two HS days and got Rise boarding passes both days (thanks to the adult kids)… boarding groups 25 and 6 and no breakdowns! The information provided below is for historical purposes. Best days? If you go in the spring I would be prepared to deal with the same closures that are going on right now. Change is coming to Walt Disney World Resort, as it has announced that Extra Magic Hours will not return, and that Disney's Magical Express will be retired in 2022. Planning your 2021 visit to Walt Disney World? How could I possibly spend more than four days at Disney parks? Things are so unstable right now. Let’s begin with the new hours that Walt Disney World has for all four theme parks, Disney Springs, and Blizzard Beach to the calendar on DisneyWorld.com. (Cars would just line up and sit there until they opened). Wait times are 30% to 40% higher on weekends, which is not enough to offset the addition of a single operating hour. The Disney Parks Blog published a post on Monday titled "A look ahead at Walt Disney World Resort," which outlined the changes for 2021 and beyond. There are no changes to report from the week of January 3rd-9th. Jan 11, 2021 at 12:04 PM Walt Disney World will discontinue Disney’s Magical Express bus service and end its Extra Magic Hours benefit for hotel guests in 2021, the company announced Monday. I assume as soon as the word is given to drop all the protocols it will be done the next day. Then, keep reading for all the in-depth details! 2/21? Once they open up fully and allow normal park hopping, they might be able to bring back more CMs and extend hours. Magic Kingdom is a good pick Monday through Thursday, with Wednesday being the best day of the week there from an objective perspective. It might open and then close when you get there. Park hours for 04 July 2021. Does this modified schedule influence your decision to visit or not? 11:00 am to 11:00 pm. We loved how considerate the crowds were and everyone stayed apart in line and followed the “please wait here “ line stickers. Magic Kingdom: February 14 – 16 : 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm) Any idea if that week will be terribly crowded? Hey Tom! A whole slew of Cantina reservations JUST opened up tonight from 9am to 10am for dates through Feb 6th (ie when they have the hours extended at HWS). These initial “lorem ipsum” Walt Disney World park hours are a placeholder to give false satisfaction to guests who like to plan. We were concerned about no Fast passes but in actuality it was exactly as Tom predicted. Crowds don’t bother us much , but are a bit bothered by the fact things are still closed. Unless there is another new “wave” in the fall it will be more crowded. Plus event show times for Wishes, Illuminations and more! This complimentary network of travel options includes boats, buses, a monorail, and now the Disney skyliner. Should I be worried that the park is staying open till 9 pm? Does that mean it predicts large crowds? Even money isn’t an issue, imagine being in Disney World without fireworks, without parades, without this, without that. In contrast, Early Theme Park Entry’s 30 minute advance opening pales in comparison, and is frankly, a disappointment to what could be a great program for resort guests to enjoy. Appreciate your advice! As part of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration, Disney Resort hotel guests and guests of other select hotels will be able to enjoy 30-minute early entry to any theme park, every … When will crowds be “gone” after that week in February? At this time, guests were being admitted as much as an hour before official park opening to better facilitate social distancing at the entry gates. Contact us at info@secondstogo.net. If nothing much changes I may even save and have a longer trip in 22. We completely understand the odds of getting a boarding pass for ROTR are extremely low but we are defiantly going to try – after all someone gets on, right? I predict if ETPE can disperse crowds, the loss of extra time will certainly be worth it. If you’re planning for April or May 2021, you’ll want to keep an eye on our Walt Disney World Park Reports, as the advice below may no longer be applicable by then. Fo you think the dining reservation reflects how busy Hollywood Studios will be? As you plan your vacation to the most magic place on earth, here are the current posted park hours for April 3 – June 19, 2021. I’m used to pre-Covid when we stayed at the parks until 11:00. DISCLAIMER: Our posts may contain affiliate links. I have just been checking randomly. Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Disney World crowds have continued to increase into the new year, making it obvious that travelers are willing to return to Disney World wearing masks and adhering to other safety measures. Park hours have just been posted for the Walt Disney World theme parks through Saturday, January 23, 2021. about Disney World vacation travel? Please check the captcha to verify you are not a robot. As for the your other weekend choice, pick either Magic Kingdom or Animal Kingdom. View the latest theme park hours for Walt Disney World - Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom and the water parks. Things keep changing, and so too could day of week strategy. We rented a car and paid to park every day to avoid the buses and just to be on our own schedule. You’ll want to keep an eye on your My Disney Experience App for the latest update in park hours. But until we can see this program in action, a conclusion cannot be made. Portillo’s, which will be located at The Village at O-Town West, announced Monday it will have a grand opening on March 2 at 10:30 a.m. My opinion: The only foreseeable difference between spring and fall will be crowds. March, 2021 April, 2021 May, 2021 June, 2021 July, 2021… Early Theme Park Entry is Extra Magic Hours 2021 edition. The Walt Disney World website now shows parks hours have been released through April 17! Park hopping is available at Magic Kingdom from 2p until park closing. The mayor has cancelled all the parades. One area of caution: even with generally lower crowds the Skyliner can get quite backed up when EP closes, with the line going over the bridge and down along Beach Club. In this post, we’ll share the updated calendar, plus new commentary on best & worst days of the week for each park. Take our quick quiz below to find your perfect match. Your email address will not be published. Ever since the theme parks reopened in July 2020, Extra Magic Hours never returned– and won’t. We have reservations for the DHS on Friday and Saturday, reservations for lunches and dinners (not necessarily first choices but decent) in the park and for Droid & Light Saber studios. When Does Disney World’s … Read more, Visiting Walt Disney World now may seem a little daunting and less enjoyable. Depending on when regular park hours occur, Early Theme Park Entry could open as early as 7:30 for some parks on some days. Best Time of Year to Visit Disney World: Seasons and Weather Seasonal Weather in Walt Disney World When choosing the best time to visit Disney World the weather may be a huge factor for you, but each season comes with its own unique challenges. -Is it better to drive our rental and pay than waiting on the bus in these Covid times? In its place stands “Early Theme Park Entry,” the runner up and distinctly different sister to EMH that needs to be considered in your Walt Disney World Vacation Planning. DISNEY WORLD NEXT WEEK: APRIL 3 TO APRIL 11, 2021 The material below details next week’s Disney World operating hours, parades, and fireworks. It was just after midnight Eastern time when they came out, and all the times that opened at the Cantina were from 9-10am. Unlike the new program, you would get one to two extra hours to experience the attractions inside each park with only resort guests. Say goodbye to Extra Magic Hours, because they are officially done being offered at WDW. I don’t get it February hours right now are 10/11pm. I know they want to get people back to work and income flowing. If the park closes at 5, you won’t see the lights. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. We just went to Disney and did a park hopper with 3 adults and a 15 year old. The lines were not bad at all and they were at max capacity. OPERATING HOURS AT WALT DISNEY WORLD 4/3-4/11/21 The Magic … Staying at the boardwalk to eliminate travel will certainly put you at the front of the line, along with the rest of the guests at those resorts, since you’ll have the shortest distance to France. Extra Magic Hours (EMH) at Disney World began in 2005 and was a program that allowed resort guests to enjoy extra time in the park either before or after regular park hours. With evening hours, non-morning people could get more enjoyment out of Disney parks without waking up early. Otherwise a park hopper is a waste of money! Simply Everything You Need to Know to Decide, First Time at Disney World? As you plan your vacation to the most magic place on earth, here are the current posted park hours for March 10 – May 22, 2021. April 9 - Bob's Burgers: The Movie (20th Century Studios) will be released. Concerned that this means crowd forecasts are continuing to increase? Maybe a short trip this fall and a big one next year. Too early to reliably predict, 2021 is not a good year for advance planning. Magic Kingdom Park. If the park opened at 9, we were at the parking gates an hour before and they usually opened them an hour before park opens. There is a difference now, just not as big of a difference as the other parks. Walt Disney World resort hotel guests will have a 30 minute head start on day guests Thanks so much for your help!! Ultimately, Walt Disney World crowds are entirely manageable and should remain that way through at least mid-March 2021 if you properly strategize no matter which day of the week you visit. We are heading down to check out the festival of arts on 2/4 and were gonna do AK on 2/5. Based on what you’ve said, I would recommend waiting. I heard a rumor that Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure may be opening any day. Midday wait times have been bad and lines are lengthy, but it’s possible to beat the crowds. But probably a pipe dream. ETPE is especially hard to swallow for those of us who have visited while Disney was controlling capacity in 2020. This was a big mistake, at least for us. As it turned out it was one of the best trips ever! Use the Walt Disney World weekly calendar to plan your vacation and find out what shows, ... Wednesday, 24 March 2021 More Hours. 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