Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World and aren’t quite sure what dates to book? Perfecting the Magic has you covered! 2022 is a big year for Disney fans. The 50th Anniversary Celebration at WDW begins October 1, 2021, and we expect the New Year to draw big crowds. With new experiences, an ever-evolving pandemic, and the rollout of Disney Genie, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
The good news is we created our 2022 guide to the best days to visit Disney World with you in mind. There are plenty of crowd calendars out there—our goal is to help you schedule your trip based on your personal vacation style.
Whether you prefer shorter wait times, temperate weather, or more bustling, celebratory, and over-the-top holidays, we break it down to help you get the most out of your Disney vacation. Let’s get into it!
MANAGEABLE CROWDS
Are smaller crowds your top priority? Do you mind if an attraction is down for refurbishment? Do you not care if Disney is switching out seasonal décor?
Then visiting Walt Disney World during historically slow periods is perfect for you! If you hate waiting in line and you’re willing to be flexible, non-peak times at Disney can be so much fun, and tickets can be more affordable. You’ll enjoy much shorter wait times, lighter crowds, and still have plenty of magic around you.
THE BEST DAYS TO VISIT WALT DISNEY WORLD IN 2022
January 10th – January 14th
January 24th – January 28th
February 1st – February 4th
February 8th – February 11th
February 22nd – February 25th
March 1st – March 5th
April 26th – May 16th
August 16th – August 30th
September 12th – September 30th
November 2nd – November 9th
November 30th – December 7th
MOST COMFORTABLE TEMPERATURES
Do you try to avoid the most humid, sticky temperatures of the year? Are you hoping to take cute park pics without your hair expanding to twice its size? Looking to rock your favorite cozy sweatshirt in the park?
We recommend you consider visiting during periods of (relatively) cool temperatures. It is Orlando, after all!
THE BEST WEATHER FOR A WALT DISNEY WORLD TRIP
January (high 72°, low 51°)
February (high 74°, low 53°)
March (high 79°, low 58°)
December (high 74°, low 54°)
SOAKING IN THE SEASONS
Do you live for the holidays? Do you love festive theming? A trip to Disney World is an exciting way to celebrate your favorite holiday. It can be extraordinary to spend time in the parks during Halloween and Christmas!
However, the seasonal décor and excitement draw substantial crowds. This will be especially true during the 50th Anniversary Celebration. The best days to visit during the holidays depend on what you’re looking for. If being at Disney World during Halloween and Christmas is important to you, go!
THE BEST DAYS TO VISIT WALT DISNEY WORLD DURING HALLOWEEN AND CHRISTMAS IN 2022
August 16th – August 30th
September 12th – September 30th
October 24th – October 31st (heavier crowds, but peak Halloween season)
November 2nd – November 9th
November 15th – November 17th
November 29th – December 7th
December 13th – December 16th (crowds still manageable)
December 22nd – December 31st (heavy crowds, but Christmas at Disney!)
SPECIAL EVENTS AND EPCOT FESTIVALS
While specific dates have yet to be released, we can predict the timing of ticketed after-hours holiday events and Epcot festivals based on previous years.
Since we don’t have exact dates, we’re recommending times that have correlated with these events in the past, and we’re making our suggestions based on historically manageable crowds, as it will help you make the most of your time.
With Epcot Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Harmonious opening this October, 2022 is bound to be busy at Epcot! Please note that these dates are estimations, and the names of the after-hour events may change as they did in 2021.
THE BEST DAYS TO VISIT EPCOT FESTIVALS AND WALT DISNEY WORLD HOLIDAY EVENTS IN 2022
January 10th – January 14th (Festival of the Arts)
January 24th – January 28th (Festival of the Arts)
March 1st – March 5th (Flower and Garden)
April 26th – May 16th (Flower and Garden)
August 16th – August 30th (Boo Bash/Not So Scary, Food and Wine)
September 12th – September 30th (Boo Bash/Not So Scary, Food and Wine)
November 2nd – November 9th (Food and Wine)
November 30th – December 7th (Very Merriest After Hours, Festival of the Holidays)
WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE
Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration shouldn’t be missed! With the bulk of the celebration taking place in 2022, it’s essential to have a game plan for your WDW visit to make the most out of your trip.
No matter your vacation style, we hope we’ve made your planning easier. Be sure to follow Perfecting the Magic on socials as we’re always keeping you up-to-date on everything Disney style, food, and entertainment!
