food IS a theme park
Bluey has hit Disneyland and with it, massive, MASSIVE, crowds.
Bingo and Bluey
A brand new Bluey experience debuted at Disneyland, and apparently, we aren’t the only fans of the Heeler family, because the crowds were unlike anything we’ve seen before.
We hate to say it, but the day has come. The asteroid is coming down on Dinoland U.S.A. after today.
DINOSAUR
Today is the last day that DinoLand U.S.A. is open before it permanently closes to make way for Tropical Americas: Pueblo Esperanza. It’s hard for all of us to see the restaurants and the beloved attraction, DINOSAUR, go away. We expected there were going to be lots of guests at Animal Kingdom to say goodbye to the land, but we weren’t prepared for crowds like this!
Merry Christmas to all of you who celebrate!
Merry Christmas!
If you’re not in Disney World today, don’t worry, we’re bringing some of the magic to you, no matter where you are! What some people don’t realize is that a LOT of people love to spend this holiday in the parks, especially because not everyone celebrates Christmas, so to some people, it’s just another day. This is exactly why we say, though, that the holidays are some of the busiest times of year in the parks, because these crowds? YIKES.
I love Disney World. I’ve been an Annual Passholder for years, my entire job is about Disney and travel, and I go to the parks roughly once a month (if not more)!
©Disney
I love the theme parks more than most, but it’s time to admit I might skip Disney World in 2026. I know, I can’t believe I’m even writing the words, but I have at least 5 reasons that you might agree with!
You’ve seen the Disney World parks busy, we’re 99% sure, but there’s something about Disney Springs when it’s packed.
Disney Springs can get pretty busy!
Disney Springs is the shopping and dining district of Disney World, so for Orlando locals who are looking to see a movie at the AMC Theater, or maybe do some gift shopping, or just go to their favorite restaurant, that’s all going to be in ADDITION to the crowds that are there from out of town visitors. While during the week can get crowded too, especially towards holidays, weekends at Disney Springs? This is EXACTLY why we recommend avoiding them.
While we’re in the Disney World parks nearly every day and can see what crowd levels look like, what rides are struggling, and warn you about potential trends to watch out for, we can’t see the numbers that The Walt Disney Company can.
Magic Kingdom
That’s where their Earnings Calls come in! Each quarter of the year, The Walt Disney Company hosts an earnings call to update shareholders on what’s going on inside the company, as well as share an earnings report. This includes what areas are profitable, what needs a little help, and sometimes, if we’re really lucky, some new information about upcoming attractions, films, and more. On November 13th, Disney held their Q4 earnings call that we listened in on, and we got a BIG update on what theme park attendance is looking like right now.
What’s going on with the crowds at Disney World? Are attendance numbers UP? Or are things getting less crowded than before? We’ve got some interesting updates to share.
EPCOT
On August 6th, Disney held its earnings call and released its earnings report for Q3 of fiscal year 2025. That gave us a glimpse into the current financial situation at Disney, and just what is happening when it comes to its theme parks. So, let’s take a look at what we know!
It’s Christmas time in Disney World!
Christmas tree in Magic Kingdom
It’s no secret that the crowds flock to Disney World during this time of year. The decorations, special snacks, and after hours events are hard to resist so we get it. How does Christmas Day compare to the entire holiday season? Let’s check out how the parks are looking!
When you write about vacations for a living, you hear a lot of travel buzzwords. Remember the “revenge travel” era after the pandemic? Well, these days, the hot new topic seems to be “excessive tourism.” Are things getting out of hand?
Fantasyland crowds in Magic Kingdom
It’s certainly not a crime to enjoy a little vacation. And let’s be honest, the concept of “summer vacation” is not new. People have been taking trips to the beach, or Disney World, or even Europe for DECADES. So what exactly is “excessive tourism,” and is it happening in Disney World?
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the crowds are surging. Yes, it’s SPRING at Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
Spring is when we typically see an influx of crowds in the parks, as folks across the country are on spring break and the weather is pleasant most days. Crowds have been surprisingly low lately, but that seems to be turning itself around. 😬 Come along with us as we check out the CROWDS at Disney World!
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