Disney park hours change frequently, and Disney has a variety of events that allow early and late access to their theme parks. In this post we discuss the typical hours at Magic Kingdom and how to get access to early and late hours at the park.

In this post we discuss rope drop strategy and Early Entry strategy at Magic Kingdom. We cover everything you need to know to start your day right at Magic Kingdom, including where to start at Magic Kingdom with and without Lightning Lanes, planning to get on Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and how to make the most of the Early Entry perk if you have it.

Welcome to our (finally) updated Magic Kingdom One Day Itinerary post. In this post we walk through a day at Magic Kingdom, from waking up early to make your Lightning Lane reservations (if you’re going that route), to arriving at the park, rope drop, meals, fun things that aren’t rides, cavalcades, the nighttime show, some late night strategy, and everything in between! Let’s get to planning the most Magical day possible!

Our guide to the rides of Magic Kingdom, including which ones are best, which have height restrictions, which you can skip, and anything else you’re wondering about these rides!