It's so great to see you here today at planDisney, Jamie! Are you getting so excited about your trip to Walt Disney World at the end of this month? It sounds like you're in the final stages of planning your trip and you're within a few weeks of being able to purchase
Lightning Lane access if you want to, so let's chat about what you can expect on your upcoming trip with regard to crowds and help you decide if Lightning Lane access is something you're interested in.
Jamie, even
Madame Leota's crystal ball couldn't tell us with any certainty exactly what the crowd levels are going to be like in a given week at Disney World. There are a few things working in your favor though: there aren't any major holidays that week, and there aren't any big special events, like a runDisney race. With that in mind, I think it's safe to expect average crowds, but it's never a guarantee. Crowds are unpredictable, and determining where they will go is more of an art than a science!
With that in mind, it's totally up to you to decide if you want to purchase Lightning Lane access. In my opinion, I think it is almost always worth it to use Lightning Lane Multi Pass at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. When I use it at Animal Kingdom or EPCOT, it's often because someone in my party wants to ride something specific that typically gets a longer wait time, like
Frozen Ever After or
Na'vi River Journey. At those parks, I enjoy taking in the ambiance of the animal trails and World Showcase, so I'm not as focused on riding as many attractions as possible. If your family prioritizes rides over everything else, then it might be worth considering Lightning Lane access there as well!
I hope this answers your question, Jamie, and please let us know if there's anything else we can do to help you plan your magical vacation.
Jessica