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Best time to visit disney worldor at least the cheapest and least crowded time, is to avoid school holidays, mainly holidayand large events, according to a new study USA Today.
The outlet found that mid-January to early February (excluding Martin Luther King Jr. Day) is one of the best times to visit Orlando parks because crowds are typically smaller. This comes after the Walt Disney World marathon weekend that took place last week and before many schools begin winter break around Presidents Day.
Other quieter times include early March, before college spring break, and late April, after elementary school spring break.
Early to mid-May is also a favorable time to visit before school is out, the study found.
Fall visitors may notice lighter crowds from after Labor Day in September to early October, after school resumes and before fall break.
Attendance tends to be lower in early November (excluding Veterans Day weekend) and early December (after Thanksgiving but before the holiday rush).
Starting after October 2026, single day Ticketsannual passes and some renewals will see price increase. On average, single-day tickets will go up about $5, but the lowest price at Animal Kingdom is still $119.
Disney’s dynamic pricing model means ticket costs vary based on demand, park and date. New annual passes will go up $20 to $80, depending on the type. Renewal fees for Incredi-Pass and Pirate Passes will increase by $40 to $80, while renewal fees for Sorcerer and Pixie Dust Passes will remain the same.
According to reports, there are usually fewer tourists on weekdays than on weekends, except for school holidays or holidays. USA Today study.
Late summer and early fall are often the most affordable times to visit for visitors who want to save money on admission. September and August are generally the cheapest months, but visitors should prepare for warmer temperatures.
The specific dates with the lowest single-park ticket prices in 2026 include August 18, 20, 21, 24-28 and September 1-3, 8-10, 15-17 and 22-24.
There are several news updates coming to Disney World this year. Cinderella Castle is scheduled to be repainted and the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith will get a Muppet-themed overhaul.
DinoLand USA at Animal Kingdom will close on February 2 to make way for the new Tropical Americas Zone in 2027, featuring “Encanto” and Indiana Jones-themed attractions.
