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  • On Sep 28, 2025
    Rachel from PA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    If I am started at animal kingdom and using my 3 lightning lanes. How early can I get new lightning lanes at Epcot.

    Welcome to planDisney, Rachel! I'm happy to chat with you today about two of my favorite topics - park hopping and Lightning Lane Passes! With my countdown at 7 days this morning, I just booked my Lightning Lane Passes and can't wait for the fun of my next trip! I always say less time waiting in lines means more time for magic (and Mickey-shaped snacks!)

    Rachel, when you purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass, you'll make your first three selections at the same theme park, which, in your case, looks like Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park! Once you've tapped into your first Lightning Lane, you can search on the My Disney Experience mobile app for available attractions and experiences at any of the other theme parks if you have park hopping privileges with your theme park admission! So if you're heading to EPCOT next, you can grab a return time that works for you (subject to availability).

    I usually start my days at Animal Kingdom Theme Park and try to tap into my first Lightning Lane Pass as early as possible to have the most selection for times and attractions at EPCOT. Usually, by about 10 AM, I am headed over to EPCOT to catch my next Lightning Lane. Remember that every time you tap into an attraction, you can immediately search for and reserve another one! It's the most magical way to keep the thrills coming!

    Rachel, before I let you go, here's a little lagniappe for you - in addition to Multi Pass, you can also choose to purchase up to two Lightning Lane Single Pass entries on the same day! These can be at any of the theme parks with your park hopper ticket also, so if you've got your eye on select attractions that aren't included with Lightning Lane Multi Pass, it's a great way to ensure you'll be able to experience them with shorter waits while you hop around! I always like to grab a Single Pass for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind because it's my favorite!

    I hope this helps, Rachel, and I hope you have the best day hopping from park to park and making the most magical memories! If you have any other questions before your visit, come see us again anytime here at planDisney!

    See you real soon,
    Alison
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Meet the Panelist: Alison, Louisiana

I'm Alison - a wife, mom, and teacher from New Orleans, LA. My first childhood visit to the Walt Disney World Resort sparked a lifelong love of this magical place, and I still find magic in both the new and nostalgic on each visit! I understand the changing dynamics of planning a practically perfect vacation; no matter how large your group is or what your interests are, I look forward to helping you create magical memories and discover unique experiences to make them even more enchanting! Learn More About Alison

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