Disney World Crowds Expected to Dip May 17–24 Ahead of May 26 Rollout
Disney-focused outlets say the brief lull ties to Florida Resident ticket deals expiring May 16.
Overview
- Independent Disney outlets, publishing Thursday, forecast a quieter May 17–24 after Florida Resident discounts end May 16.
- The often-cited 30% drop is an estimate based on locals making about 30% of daily attendance, not an official Disney number.
- Crowds are expected to rebound May 26 when Disney debuts a reimagined Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster starring the Muppets, a new Walt Disney Studios area, Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!, Blue’s Wild World, Soarin’ Across America, and launches Cool Kid Summer deals.
- For visitors, the lull could bring shorter standby lines, easier park hopping, and less need to buy Lightning Lane, Disney’s paid skip-the-line service.
- Recent visits have seen long waits at TRON, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Test Track, which makes even a short crowd dip meaningful for planning.