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Magic Kingdom to Close at 5:30 p.m. on May 13 for Private SAP Sapphire Event

Conference guests will have exclusive evening access capped by a Dave Matthews Band performance at Cinderella Castle.

Overview

  • Disney’s posted calendar shows a 5:30 p.m. shutdown on Wednesday, May 13, with day guests cleared before a private 7:30–11:30 p.m. event.
  • The SAP Sapphire & ASUG Annual Conference confirms a Celebration Night featuring attractions, character experiences, food offerings, and a Dave Matthews Band concert.
  • Public nighttime entertainment at Magic Kingdom will not operate that evening, so visitors should adjust dining plans and consider park hopping for nighttime activities.
  • Other parks are expected to run normal hours that day, with EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios 9 a.m.–9 p.m. and Disney’s Animal Kingdom 8 a.m.–6 p.m. plus Extended Evening Hours 6–8 p.m. for eligible resort guests.
  • SAP has hosted similar buyouts in past years, and Disney’s recently extended March hours highlight that schedules remain fluid, so guests should monitor the official calendar for updates.