When to Go to Walt Disney World: Best Times to Visit
- Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
- Mar 25, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
***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.
🎢 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.
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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