Walt Disney World’s crowds are reaching their peak, and it’s showing in how fast guests are snapping up line-skipping passes. For the first time this March, Disney’s Lightning Lane Premier Pass has sold out at all four theme parks in a single day.
March 17, 2025, marked the first full sell-out since the busy Presidents’ Day weekend, and it’s not hard to see why. Spring break is here, and that means massive crowds, long wait times, and high demand for any advantage to skip the lines.
Today’s Premier Pass prices reached eye-watering levels, with Magic Kingdom topping out at $399, Hollywood Studios at $339, EPCOT at $249, and Animal Kingdom at $159. Even with these hefty price tags, guests eager to bypass long standby lines purchased every last pass available.
Why the Demand is So High?
The spring break rush is one of Disney World’s most intense crowd periods. Even though mid-to-late March is the peak, plenty of school districts have already started their breaks, causing attendance to spike early.
With wait times for top attractions like Tron Lightcycle Run and Rise of the Resistance often soaring past two to three hours, visitors are desperate for a way to avoid spending most of their park day in line. The Premier Pass provides unlimited access to select attractions, making it a tempting—though expensive—solution.
Non-Resort Guests Are Struggling
One of the biggest issues with this system? Non-resort guests are at a disadvantage. While Disney hotel guests can buy the pass up to seven days in advance, off-site visitors have to wait until three days before their visit. By then, many days are already sold out, leaving those staying off-property with little chance of getting one.
Magic Kingdom’s Premier Pass was the first to sell out, and it’s likely to remain that way for the rest of the spring break season. Resort guests will continue to grab the passes before others get the chance, leading to even more frustration for those visiting for just a day or two.
Expect More Sell-Outs in the Coming Weeks
As spring break continues through early April, expect demand to remain high. Magic Kingdom’s Premier Pass is already hitting the $449 mark on peak days, and other parks may follow suit.
For guests heading to Disney soon, be prepared. Arriving early, having a plan, and managing expectations are key to navigating one of the busiest times of the year. If today’s sold-out status is any indication, this spring break is shaping up to be one of Disney’s most crowded yet.
