Best times to go to WDW?

Posted on August 16th, 2006 by wdwguy.
Categories: General posts.

Had someone who is planning a trip ask me what is the best time to go to the Walt Disney World Resort. I think that’s a very good question and depends on a lot of factors, so there’s not one definitive answer, as far as I’m concerned. However, all things being equal, I would pick two times — early May or early December.

I’ve been a couple of times in early May and it’s a fabulous time. It’s warm but not hot, and the crowds are only moderate. The parks are open to a reasonable hour and all the parades and fireworks shows are shown virtually every night. My last trip was in the second week of May and it was a perfect time to take our then-3-year-old. He really enjoyed it and we didn’t have any problems at all from a logistical standpoint.

While I personally have never been in early December, from what I understand, it’s also a pretty good time. The parks are decorated for Christmas and crowds are among their lowest of the year. Parks are not open very late and scheduling for fireworks and parades are sporadic, but that’s a tradeoff that’s worth it to be able to walk onto almost every ride.

So that’s my picks. Anyone agree or disagree?

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