Disney World Extends Hours for Select Parks in March — Here’s When!
Walt Disney World guests are getting a little extra magic this March as the resort has announced extended hours for both Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These extended hours allow visitors more time to experience their favorite attractions, enjoy nighttime entertainment, and soak in the atmosphere without having to pay extra for an After-Hours event.
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Why the Extra Hours?
Disney has been under scrutiny in recent months regarding rising costs and guest concerns about value for money. Many visitors have voiced frustration over expensive park tickets, increased food prices, and the controversial Lightning Lane system.
In response, Disney appears to be making efforts to enhance the guest experience by offering more time in the parks.
Beginning in early March, select dates will see extended evening hours in both Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite attractions for longer.
Let’s take a look at the updated park hours.
Magic Kingdom Extended Hours
- March 2 – 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- March 3 – 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- March 4 – 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- March 5 – 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- March 6 – 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- March 7 – 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- March 8 – 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
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Animal Kingdom Extended Hours
- March 2 – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- March 3 – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- March 4 – 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- March 5 – 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (no extended hours)
- March 6 – 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (no extended hours)
- March 7 – 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- March 8 – 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Extra Time for Disney Resort Guests
Guests staying at Walt Disney World Resort hotels will continue to enjoy early entry, which allows them to enter the parks 30 minutes before the official opening time. However, it’s important to note that only select attractions, dining locations, and shopping areas will be available during these early morning hours.
More Extended Hours Coming?
Disney has been quietly rolling out extended park hours across multiple locations, with Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios all seeing schedule changes this month. Whether this is a temporary effort to ease guest frustrations or part of a long-term strategy remains to be seen.
For those planning a trip to Walt Disney World in March, these extended hours provide more opportunities to experience the parks after dark, when crowds thin out and the atmosphere becomes even more immersive.
If you love nighttime rides on Space Mountain or a sunset safari at Kilimanjaro Safaris, these extra hours could be a great way to maximize your visit.
Will you be taking advantage of these extended hours? Let us know your favorite park to visit at night in the comments!
