Walt Disney World News — Week of August 31, 2019
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News
- Did you hear? Galaxy’s Edge has opened. Read about the opening morning experience here.
- Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival is now underway. We’ll have more coverage throughout the festival here on the blog.
- If you’ve got an upcoming trip to Walt Disney World, you’ll want to keep an eye on Hurricane Dorian. We’ll have regular updates here on the blog.
Weather
For the most current weather conditions, click here. With Hurricane Dorian expected to make landfall in Florida as a major hurricane, you’ll want to keep an eye on weather reports. For official information, check the National Hurricane Center website.
Crowd Levels
Note: Crowd levels will vary depending on what occurs with Hurricane Dorian. It is likely that crowd levels for this coming week may trend lower than predicted as people cancel vacations, and then the next edition of the Crowd Calendar may see an adjustment for hurricane rebookings for later on in the year.
Park Hours
Note: Park hours may vary, and parks may even experience closures, based on what Hurricane Dorian decides to do. For the latest information, keep an eye on the official Walt Disney World Twitter account.
Attractions Closed For Refurbishments
Magic Kingdom
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Fantasyland
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Frontierland
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Main Street, U.S.A.
- Astro Orbiter
Epcot
- O Canada!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- Primeval Whirl
Discount information is courtesy of Small World Vacations
Discount | Disney Visa Cardholder Offer |
Discount Type | Room-Only, Package, or Ticketless Package with Dining |
Book By | September 28, 2019 |
Travel Dates | Most nights July 15 to September 28, 2019 |
Details | Disney Visa must be used at time of booking Available at select rooms at Art of Animation, All-Star Sports, Port Orleans Riverside, Coronado Springs, Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Saratoga Springs Full details from Small World Vacations. |
Discount | Free, Delicious Offer (aka Free Dining) |
Discount Type | Free dining with purchase of package |
Book By | September 29, 2019 |
Travel Dates | Select dates in September, November, and December |
Details | Valid only on purchase of package (room + theme park tickets with Park Hopper) Available at select rooms; type of dining package included varies based on type of hotel booked Full details from Small World Vacations. |
Discount | Fall and Holiday Room Offer |
Discount Type | Room-Only |
Book By | September 29, 2019 (fall) or December 24, 2019 (holiday) |
Travel Dates | September 1-28, 2019 (most nights), September 29-November 14, 2019 (Sunday through Thursday nights) and November 10-December 24, 2019 (most nights) |
Details | Save up to 20%. Length of stay requirements may apply. Available at select resorts Full details from Small World Vacations. |
Discount | Florida Resident Fall and Holiday Room offer |
Discount Type | Room-Only |
Book By | December 24, 2019 |
Travel Dates | Most nights September 1 through December 24, 2019 |
Details | Proof of Florida residency required at check-in For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
Discount | Fall Annual Passholder Discount |
Discount Type | Room-Only |
Book By | December 24, 2019 |
Travel Dates | Most nights September 1 to December 24, 2019 |
Details | Annual pass required at check-in Save up to 35% on room reservations For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
Discount | 2019 Military Offer |
Discount Type | Room-Only |
Book By | December 19, 2019 |
Travel Dates | Most nights: January 1 to April 13, 2019 April 26 to December 19, 2019 |
Details | Valid military ID required at check-in Save up to 35% on room reservations For stays of 1 to 14 nights Not available for all resorts or room types Full details from Small World Vacations. |
Discount | Ultimate Christmas Package |
Discount Type | Package |
Book By | October 26, 2019 |
Travel Dates | December 21-26, 2019 |
Details | 5-night stay at a select Disney Resort hotel and a 4-day theme park ticket with Park Hopper option, along with the following “Yuletide offerings”
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