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When to Go to Walt Disney World: Best Times to Visit

  • Writer: Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
    Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
  • Mar 25, 2024
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jul 31

***Updated 6/16/25

When’s the Best Time to Go to Walt Disney World?

Planning your Disney trip and wondering when to go? You’re not alone — choosing the right time to visit Walt Disney World can feel like solving a riddle with too many answers. The truth is, there’s no perfect time that fits everyone. But there is a perfect time for you — depending on what matters most for your trip.

🧳 Want the lowest crowds?🎉 Hoping to catch a special event?🌦️ Prefer cooler weather?💰 Looking for the best deals?

Let’s break down what to consider before picking your Disney dates — and how to find your own sweet spot.


Main Street USA in the Magic Kingdom at Christmas time

🎢 Crowds: The #1 Planning Priority (for Most)

Gone are the days of true "off-season" at Disney World. With more people traveling post-COVID and Disney spreading out events and discounts to keep crowds steady, most weeks feel busy. However, there are still a few relative low-crowd windows — especially when school is in session and no major events are scheduled.

🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Lower crowds don’t always mean better experiences — shorter park hours and ride refurbishments can make the parks feel just as crowded.


☀️ Weather: Will It Be Too Hot, Rainy, or Hurricane-y?

Florida weather is its own kind of magic. Here's a quick seasonal rundown:

  • Winter (Dec–Feb): Mild temps, minimal rain, chance of chilly mornings

  • Spring (Mar–May): Beautiful blooms, rising temps, spring break crowds

  • Summer (Jun–Aug): Hot, humid, daily rain showers, longer park hours

  • Fall (Sep–Nov): Hurricane risk early on, but great events and cooler nights

🌦️ Check out our guide to beating the heat and staying cool in the parks → Here


🎊 Events & Festivals: What’s Happening When

Special events can make your trip even more magical — or more crowded. These include:

  • EPCOT festivals (Food & Wine, Flower & Garden, Festival of the Holidays)

  • After Hours events

  • Holiday parties (Mickey’s Not-So-Scary, Mickey’s Very Merry, Jollywood Nights)

  • RunDisney weekends

  • Spring Break & summer holiday surges

✨ Browse our seasonal park guides for all the details.


💸 Budget & Deals: Want to Save?

Disney often offers discounts on resort stays, dining packages, or ticket bundles — but only during select times of year. Fall and late January are historically good for deals.


🧚 Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Working with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner such as Bren can help you spot these discounts before they’re publicly announced — and their planning services are completely free to use!


📄 Download the Month-by-Month Cheat Sheet

To help you sort it all out, we’ve put together a downloadable overview with:

  • Monthly crowd levels

  • Weather expectations

  • Key events and festivals

  • School breaks and holiday spikes

  • Refurbishment season patterns


📥 Save the full month-by-month Disney planning snapshot below in JPG, or dowload it as a PDF.

When to Visit Walt Disney World Cheat Sheet



So… When Should You Go?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — but once you know your priorities (low crowds, cooler weather, specific events, or discounts), you can make the best choice for your dream trip.

💡 Still unsure? Check out our seasonal guides:


Pixie Dust Hugs,

Bren, Lyn, and Kim


P.S. Planning your own magical getaway?


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