Is Thanksgiving or Christmas more crowded at Disney World?


Is Thanksgiving or Christmas more crowded at Disney World? How crowded is Disney World on Thanksgiving? 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.


What is the slowest month at Disney World?

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.


Which Disney park is best for Christmas?

Since the Magic Kingdom is the most popular park at Walt Disney World, it's often the most crowded and is almost guaranteed to be at max capacity on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. In addition, the most atmospheric part of the park – being Main Street, U.S.A. – will also be one of the most crowded spaces in the park.


Can you swim in Disney pools in December?

Can you swim in December? Even though it may be too cold to swim in December where you live, at Disney World the pools are heated which means even if the air is a bit chilly, the pools are still a comfortable temperature. In addition to the pools at the resorts, at least 1 of Disney's 2 water parks will remain open.


Is it cheaper to go to Disney in November or December?

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.


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.


What is the quietest month to go to Disney World?

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.


Is Disney more expensive at Christmas?

As previously mentioned, the winter holidays are one of the most expensive times of year to visit Disney World, and the week of Christmas and New Year's is typically the priciest period to visit. July Fourth, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and other federal holidays are also going to be more crowded and expensive.


Which Disney park is least crowded on Christmas day?

Hi, According to another website I checked, the least crowded park on Christmas Eve is expected to be Epcot, and on Christmas Day, Epcot and MGM. Of course, least crowded is almost a joke during Christmas week, as every park will reach capacity or near-capacity.


Which holiday is least crowded at Disney World?

Walt Disney World's parks are typically least crowded:
  • January 2nd until just prior to Presidents' Day week (third Monday in February)
  • The week after Labor Day until just prior to Thanksgiving week.
  • The week following Thanksgiving weekend until the week prior to Christmas.


Is Disney cheap at Christmas?

As previously mentioned, the winter holidays are one of the most expensive times of year to visit Disney World, and the week of Christmas and New Year's is typically the priciest period to visit. July Fourth, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and other federal holidays are also going to be more crowded and expensive.


Is November a good time to visit Disney World?

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.


Is Thanksgiving a good time to go to Disney Land?

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.


Is it better to go to Disney before or after Thanksgiving?

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.


What day is Magic Kingdom least crowded?

As you can guess if Monday is the busiest, Tuesday tends to be the best day of the week to go to Magic Kingdom. We also find Thursday to be one of the least busy days of the week at Magic Kingdom, with Sunday being a great weekend option.


Is it worth going to Disney World during Christmas?

Yes. We really do think it is worth it to go to Disney World at Christmas. Even with the crowds, the parks never feel more magical than they do during this time of the year, and there is just something about being in a place surrounded by festive music and decorations to get you into the Christmas spirit!


How packed is Disney World in November?

November 7-14 – Slightly heavier crowds surrounding Veterans Day. November 19-21 – Busy Thanksgiving crowds begin to build. November 22-27 – Extremely heavy Thanksgiving crowd levels. November 28-30 – Thanksgiving crowds levels lower to close end the month.


Do people go to Disney on Thanksgiving?

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.


What is the cheapest time of year for Disney?

The cheapest time to visit Disneyland falls around non-holiday months and periods when school is in session. Specifically, this is after the holiday season, starting in the middle of January through the end of February — before California schools' spring break months in March and April.