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April at Disney World

Last updated on 02/20/2023

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April at Disney World wraps up the busy Spring Break and Easter season. But, typically once you get past Easter, the rest of the month is lovely.

Here’s what you need to know:

How Our Crowd Calendars Work

  •  Ready to dive in? Jump down to the April Crowd Calendar
How the Crowd Calendars work

1. For each day of the month, we tell you on a scale of 1-10 how busy the entire Walt Disney World Resort is when compared to other days of the year.

2. Then, for each park you’ll see the park hours and any special events that are planned.

3. We also track refurbishments and closings (which you can toggle on and off).

4. We have a handy feature that allows you to automatically add your Advanced Dining Reservation date to your calendar.

5. And, one of the most useful features is the ability to be able to print the calendar so that you can have a paper copy for planning (or to just use as a backup).

What order should you visit the parks?

Depending on the length of your trip, here’s how many days we recommend for each park:

Suggested number of days in each park

When it comes time to decide which days are best for each park, here are some general things to keep in mind:

  • Hollywood Studios is consistently the first park to reach capacity, primarily because of popular attractions like Rise of the Resistance and Slinky Dog Dash.
  • Magic Kingdom is the most popular park overall. It is also the park most first-time visitors think of when they think “Disney World”. Saturdays are the busiest, with mid-week typically the least busy.
  • Epcot hosts nearly year-round festivals, and those festivals are popular with both out-of-state visitors as well as with locals. And, since a lot of what the festivals are famous for are alcohol and food, the areas around the Festival Booths can be a lot busier (and a bit rowdier) than what you’d find during the daytime hours on the weekdays. If that isn’t the vibe you are looking for, you may want to skip Epcot during the nighttime on Friday and Saturdays.
  • Even with the new Park Pass system, Animal Kingdom remains one of the “easiest” parks to fit into a trip. You should be able to plug it in wherever it makes the most sense for you.
  •  We go into a lot more detail in our guide on The Best Days to Visit Each Park.

Planning for Disney World in April

PARK HOURS | PRICES & DISCOUNTS | SPECIAL EVENTS | WEATHER | WHAT TO WEAR | REFURBISHMENTS & CLOSURES | WHAT’S NEW | TIPS

Park Hours

Disney publishes its park hours about 75 days in advance, but those hours can (and very often do) change.

Note: This used to be about 180 days in advance, but since the reopening, they have transitioned to a roughly 75-day window.

As the dates get closer, it isn’t unusual for Disney to tweak either the opening or closing times. And during especially busy times of the year, they may change both.

That means to avoid having your plans sidetracked, you’ll definitely want to keep checking the park hours – including while on your trip.

When it comes to park hours – in general – the heavier the crowds, the longer the parks will be open during the day. Of course, that also means that the parks will be open fewer hours of the day during less busy times of the years.

In April, that means that you’ll typically find the parks open longer over Spring Break. And, if Easter happens to fall during April when you are traveling, expect longer hours around then, too.

Read More:

  • Guide to Magic Kingdom Park Hours
  • Guide to Epcot Park Hours
  • Guide to Hollywood Studios Park Hours
  • Guide to Animal Kingdom Park Hours

Prices and Discounts

If you are looking for a good deal, late April is a pretty good time to find one.

It isn’t unheard of to see discounts earlier in the month, however, the inventory may be more limited than during less busy times of the year.

  • Guide to Disney World Discounts

Special Events

Epcot International Flower And Garden Festival

Epcot never looks more lovely than during the Flower and Garden Festival, which means April is the perfect time for a visit to this iconic park. 

April at Disney World Flower and Garden Festival kermit

Taking place in the spring (and sometimes early summer) this festival brings dozens of larger-than-life topiaries as well as plenty of food and drink options inspired by all things garden fresh.

  • Complete Guide to the International Flower and Garden Festival

Easter

Depending on the year, Easter sometimes falls in April and while there isn’t a lot of stuff that takes place, there are a few worth mentioning (like the Easter Egg displays!).

Easter at Disney World

Even though it’s not as big of as a celebration in the parks, there are special ways Disney World celebrates Easter.

  • Easter at Walt Disney World

Earth Day

Since Animal Kingdom opened on Earth Day in 1998, the date holds a special place for that park.

The events change from year to year, but during the week of Earth Day you can typically find things like unique character experiences, merchandise, and even themed foods and beverages.

50th Anniversary Celebration

Walt Disney World is celebrating 50 years!

Extending all the way from October 1, 2021 until April 1, 2023, this celebration will offer guests the opportunities for new experiences, entertainment, and of course merchandise and treats.

  • Complete Guide to the 50th Anniversary at Walt Disney World

Weather​

By the time April rolls around, most of the chances for super chilly nights have passed.

You can expect for the temperatures to range from lows in the 60s to highs in the low 80s.

Spaceship Earth Windy


Of course, those are just averages so there is always the chance to see those highs soar into the 90s (especially the later in the month you travel). 

April typically sees more rain so come prepared with ponchos, multiple pairs of shoes, and umbrellas just in case.

  • How to handle the weather at Disney World

Swimming In April

Coronado Springs pool

The crowds at the pools definitely pick up by the time April rolls around.

In addition to the pools at the resorts, Disney’s 2 water parks also become more popular.

If swimming is a must-do, and you are worried about the crowds, consider starting your day at the pool and head to the parks later in the day. Most people reverse that plan which means the pools can get quite busy by the end of the day.

  • FAQ’s about the Pools at Walt Disney World

What to Wear

When packing for Disney World in April, most people will be comfortable wearing whatever they typically wear in the summer (shorts, capris, etc.).

The mornings and evenings may be chilly, but the chill doesn’t typically last too long.

Diamond Horseshoe

One place where you may get cold, however, is inside the restaurants.

And in fact, even during the hottest months we keep a light jacket in our park bag because coming out of the sun into an air-conditioned space is sometimes too cold for our liking.

If you’re the kind of person that finds sitting under the AC to be too much, you might want to consider tossing in a light jacket, too.

  • Ultimate Packing List for Walt Disney World

Refurbishments and Closures

While routine refurbishments aren’t typically scheduled in April, you’ll likely still run into a few attractions that are closed.

  • Disney World Refurbishment Calendar

What’s new?​

Tron Lightcycle / Run is scheduled to open on April 4, with previews starting in March.

Tips for Disney World in April

  • The sun can be quite intense, even if the temps aren’t, so don’t forget to wear your sunscreen.
  • Keep checking for discounts. Even if you’ve already booked discounts can still be applied.
  • If Easter falls during April, expect heavy crowds the week before and the week after.
  • The end of April is a lovely time to visit (and one of our personal favorites!). 

April Crowd Calendar

Crowd Calendar
April 2023

Print as PDF

Official park hours are usually released around 75 days in advance.

Crowd Levels

The "crowd level" compares each day to the rest of the year; it indicates how crowded the entire WDW Resort area is on a scale of 1-10.

Thursday, November 1, 2018
10/10 crowd level
  • 1-3 crowd levels
  • 4-7 crowd levels
  • 8-10 crowd levels
  • About advanced reservations

  • - Advanced dining reservations: Advanced dining reservations can be made 60 days beforehand beginning online at 6 am EST or by phone at 7:00 am EST.
  • Tips from our ground crew

  • - In general, we recommend booking Park Pass reservations for Hollywood Studios early in your trip to maximize your chances to ride Rise of the Resistance.
  • - Magic Kingdom typically sees a surge on Saturdays, so other parks are usually a better choice.
  • - Since the festivals can draw lots of locals, avoid Epcot on Friday and Saturday nights.
  • - Animal Kingdom is a good option for most days, so plug it into your trip wherever it is easiest.

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      Refurbishment Details

    December 3, 2018 - December 31, 2023 - WDW Railroad at Magic Kingdom, (Attraction)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular , (Attraction)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant, (Dining)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Victoria and Albert's, (Dining)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Restaurant Marrakesh, (Dining)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Monsieur Paul, (Dining)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, (Dining)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, (Attraction)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Voyage of the Little Mermaid, (Attraction)

    March 16, 2020 - December 31, 2078 - Enchanted Tales with Belle, (Attraction)

    March 31, 2020 - April 1, 2023 - All-Star Sports - Temporarily Closed, (Resort)

    March 15, 2022 - December 31, 2023 - Boardwalk Renovation, (Resort)

    March 15, 2022 - December 31, 2023 - Boardwalk Renovation, (Resort)

    June 18, 2022 - December 31, 2078 - Narcoossee’s, (Dining)

    August 15, 2022 - December 31, 2078 - Kona Cafe Refurbishment, Kona Cafe will be closing for a complete refurbishment. No reopening date has been announced yet. During the closure, Mobile Ordering will be available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Kona Island. (Dining)

    January 9, 2023 - April 30, 2023 - Pool Refurbishment, The Feature Pool and whirlpool spas will be closed for refurbishment. Guests can use the water play area and Bay Lake Pool during this time. (Resort)

      Available Discounts

    No discounts currently available.

    See the chart of past discounts for previous promotion dates.

      Special Events

    January 1, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    January 2, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 9PM-11PM (Click for more info)

    January 4, 2023 - January 8, 2023 - WDW Marathon Weekend

    January 4, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 10PM-12AM (Click for more info)

    January 9, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    January 9, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 9PM-11PM (Click for more info)

    January 11, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    January 11, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 10PM-12AM (Click for more info)

    January 13, 2023 - February 20, 2023 - EPCOT International Festival of the Arts (Click for more info)

    January 16, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    January 16, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 9PM-11PM (Click for more info)

    January 18, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    January 18, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 10PM-12AM (Click for more info)

    January 23, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    January 23, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 9PM-11PM (Click for more info)

    January 25, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    January 25, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours 10PM-12AM (Click for more info)

    January 30, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 1, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 6, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 7, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 13, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 15, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    February 15, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 16, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    February 20, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    February 20, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 21, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    February 22, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    February 23, 2023 - February 26, 2023 - Princess Half Marathon Weekend

    February 27, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    February 27, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    March 1, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    March 2, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    March 6, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    March 6, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    March 8, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    March 13, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    March 13, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    March 15, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    March 16, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    March 20, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    March 22, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    March 27, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Magic Kingdom (Click for more info)

    March 29, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    April 2, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    April 3, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    April 5, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

    April 5, 2023 - Extended Evening Theme Park Hours (Click for more info)

    April 13, 2023 - April 16, 2023 - runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend

    April 19, 2023 - Disney After Hours – Hollywood Studios (Click for more info)

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