Hey there, Leslie, and welcome to planDisney!
Can you believe that your visit to The Most Magical Place on Earth is only one week away?! That definitely calls for a celebration...cue the Hot Dog Dance! Woohoo! Now that we've properly celebrated, let's go ahead and dive into your question.
I'm right there with you when it comes to loving a good map. I've collected Disney park maps over the years, and they make such a fun (and free!) souvenir. I've even turned a few into crafts, like magnets and coasters, which is a great way to bring a little Disney magic into our home.
When it comes to accessing maps for Walt Disney World, you have a couple of options. First, there's the interactive digital map in the
My Disney Experience mobile app. It's super handy and lets you filter by attractions, entertainment, character locations, and more, depending on what you're looking for.
Another fantastic option, especially if you prefer a paper map, is to print the park maps ahead of time, just like the ones you'd pick up inside the parks. I have a feeling this is the option you're hoping for! You can find printable maps for
Magic Kingdom here and
Animal Kingdom right here.
While the paper maps don't include entertainment schedules, you can easily find all showtimes in the My Disney Experience app, or by taking a look at the
Hours & Events Calendar on the official Walt Disney World website.
During your visit to Magic Kingdom, I really hope you'll have the chance to catch the nighttime parade,
Disney Starlight. On January 17th, it's currently scheduled for 7:45 PM and 10:00 PM. If you don't mind staying out a bit later, I'd suggest going with the 10:00 PM showing. It's usually less crowded and a little more relaxed.
Leslie, I hope this helps as you finalize your plans and that you have the most wonderful trip! If any other questions come up, you're always welcome to return to planDisney. We love to sprinkle a little extra pixie dust along the way!
Magical Wishes,
Kami