Disney4me Posted 5 hours ago Report Posted 5 hours ago Okay, we know that Disney World is busy, but the crowds we’ve been seeing at EPCOT are next level! If you’ve been at EPCOT this week, then you already know that for some reason, it has been busy, busy. EPCOT Crowds So let’s dive into the crowds we’ve been seeing this week and, most importantly, our favorite tips and tricks for having the perfect EPCOT day, even when it is crowded. When we were in EPCOT yesterday, we were shocked by the crowds. World Showcase was absolutely slammed, and the wait times were LONG. But the weird thing is there is no reason for EPCOT to be this busy. Typically, this is the time of year we notice fewer crowds before the Holiday season approaches. SO busy! EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival is well underway, but that alone shouldn’t cause these intense crowds, so we think it was just a very busy day at EPCOT. Or this year’s big crowds have arrived earlier than expected. Either way, we could not believe our eyes while we were walking around World Showcase; just look at the crowds outside of the American Adventure Pavilion. Crowds While the crowds were really high all around World Showcase as guests were in line for the Food & Wine Festival booths, the wait times for the rides were also extremely long. Such a long line! The lines were incredibly long all day, but we noticed they got especially intense in the evening; these were the wait times at 7 PM yesterday. Frozen Ever After: 60 minutes Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure: 65 minutes Test Track: 90 minutes Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind: 160 minutes EPCOT Crowds Yes, 160 minutes for Cosmic Rewind, which is SO long even for this popular attraction. And the lowest we saw the attraction all day was 85 minutes. So there is no denying that EPCOT was packed yesterday. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Now, if you are visiting EPCOT soon, there is no need to panic. A busy day in the park does not mean it will be a bad one. There is plenty you can do to plan for your EPCOT day that will help you have fun and complete your must-do list even with the crowds. Our first suggestion is buying either the Lightning Lane Multi Pass, which lets you skip the line on all participating attractions, or the Lightning Lane Single Pass, which you can purchase to skip the line at Cosmic Rewind. Cosmic Rewind Lightning Lane Both of these options are a great way to save time in line if you are willing to pay the upcharge, although in this park most of the other rides do drop into a reasonable wait throughout the day, so if you only want to purchase one of these options, skipping the line at just Cosmic Rewind might be a great choice. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Rope Dropping is also a great way to start your day and save time. This is when you get to the park before it opens so you can be some of the first people inside and ride a few rides before the park fills up with guests. Not only should you Rope Drop the park, but you should also consider Rope Dropping the Food & Wine Booths. Food & Wine Crowds The booths open at 11 AM, and if you have a few Festival must-tries, then we suggest getting to the booths as soon as they open, because World Showcase will only get busier and busier throughout the afternoon and into the evening. EPCOT crowds in Germany Overall, EPCOT is an incredible park with so many options for how to spend your day, so even if it is busy and the lines are long, if you have a plan, your must-do list ready, and are flexible with your day, you will still be able to have a fantastic time even if the park is crowded. People EVERYWHERE in EPCOT We will continue to bring you all of the Disney World news, tips, tricks, and more! So stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything. This Halloween Scavenger Hunt is BACK at EPCOT! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of these EPCOT crowds? Let us know in the comments! View the full article Quote
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