Walt Disney World In April | Tips For Planning A Trip

Walt Disney World In April is a gorgeous time of year to visit! There is much to see and do, and we cover everything you need to know!

In this post, we discuss visiting Walt Disney World in April, covering everything from weather to events to crowd levels—plus personal tips and tricks we have learned over the years. Expect a lot of fellow Disney goers this month. They, too, want to celebrate Easter in the parks, enjoy their spring break, attend EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival, and participate in a runDisney race! Plus, the weather this time of year is perfection!

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Weather At Disney World in April

You’ll be braving the spring break crowds during your visit to Disney World in April, but at least you will do it in beautiful weather! With lows in the 60s and highs in the mid-80s, this is one of the most comfortable times of the year. Compared to the winter months, April’s weather is much more consistent, meaning far fewer cold snaps or heat waves.

Along with even-keeled temperatures, April is one of Disney World’s sunniest months! There are fewer rain storms than the rest of the year – and when they occur, they are typically short-lived and scattered. Plus, visitors are still in the clear for hurricane season, which doesn’t begin until June 1st.

April Crowds at Disney World

There are many reasons to visit Walt Disney World in April: the beautiful weather, exciting events, and Easter weekend! And it shows with the many people visiting this time of year. In other words, the crowds are high!

Besides the reasons mentioned above, guests love visiting because it is still spring break for many school districts nationwide. This break is typically designed around Easter weekend, so expect an uptick in crowds the week before and after April 20th, 2025. There will be some festive Easter happenings at the Walt Disney World resort, which we will discuss more below.

Like in March, several competitive youth sports championships are occurring in the Orlando area. These athletes (and their parents, siblings, coaches, friends…you get the idea😉) love to celebrate by bouncing around the Disney parks, resorts, and restaurants. On top of that, the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend occurs April 3rd to 6th, adding to the athletic crowd vibes.

Another event this time of year is EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival. With its festive florals, exclusive eats, and springtime topiaries, it certainly brings in the crowds. As with all the EPCOT events, this is a local fan favorite. Expect weekends at EPCOT to be elevated.

Lastly, remember the After Hours events at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT when planning your park days. (More details about these events can be found below under the tips section!) Those nights can spike evening crowds at the aforementioned theme parks as guests begin making their way into the event, overlapping regular park visitors. This can be a surprise for guests that are unaware.

Below are the weekly highlights for Disney World in April:

March 5 – June 2, 2025: EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
April 3-6, 2025: runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
April 20: Easter
April 22: Earth Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Events At Walt Disney World In April

EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Dates: March 5th – June 2nd, 2025
“Bee” transported into a springtime wonderland at this floral-themed festival! Guests can enjoy springtime time foods, tunes, topiaries, and more! A personal favorite of ours is the butterfly garden and Spike the Bee scavenger hunt!

runDisney Springtime Surprise
Dates: April 3rd – 6th, 2025
If you have ever wanted to feel like a Disney World hero, this is your chance to do so! Celebrating heroes from Disney, Marvel, and Pixar stories, runners can partake in a 5K, 10K, 10-Milers, or all three! As with other runDisney events, guests can expect meet-and-greets with unique characters, exclusive medals and merchandise, and an expo at ESPN’s World Wide of Sports.

Easter at Walt Disney World
Dates: week before and after April 20th, 2025
Visitors can celebrate Easter in and out of the parks with seasonal offerings, themed merchandise, and pop-up events. Our favorite activities include perusing the incredibly decorated chocolate eggs at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and going on an Egg-stravaganza Scavenger Hunt at EPCOT. Plus, guests can visit Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny at the Liberty Square Gazebo inside Magic Kingdom, as well as see a mini Easter-themed parade before Festival of Fantasy!

Events at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports:

Disney Spring Training (March 10th – April 20th, 2025)
runDisney Health & Fitness Expo (April 3rd – April 5th, 2025)
The Cheerleading Worlds (April 25th – April 28th, 2025)
Junior World & World Cheerleading Championships (April 26th – April 28th, 2025)

Find more details about these events here.

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April Closures and Refurbishments

The following will be closed during April:

In The Parks:

Magic Kingdom – Big Thunder Mountain (returning in 2026)
Magic Kingdom – Astro Orbiter (returning summer 2025)
Magic Kingdom – Hall of Presidents (returning sometime in 2025)
Magic Kingdom – children’s playground inside Dumbo the Flying Elephant (returning spring 2025)
EPCOT – Test Track (returning date TBA; sometime in 2025)
Animal Kingdom – Work on Dinoland USA continues (retheming to Tropical Americas Pueblo Esperanza, opening 2027)
Animal Kingdom – It’s Tough To Be a Bug (permanently closed)
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon (typically closes for a seasonal refurbishment, alternating with Blizzard Beach in April or May. Check the My Disney Experience or Disney Parks Blog for updates!)

At The Resorts:

Yacht and Beach Club – Stormalong Bay (returning June 2025)
BoardWalk – Jellyrolls (Permanently closing April 19th)
Winter Summerland Miniature Golf (April 28th – June 16th, 2025. FYI: Although reservations cannot be made during this time, one course will remain open so guests can visit via walk-ups.)

Disney Springs:

Starbucks: West Side Disney Springs (March 3rd – TBA)

Tips For Visiting Walt Disney World In April

Night owls rejoice – the specialty event “Disney After Hours” is right up your alley! This separate ticketed event allows guests into the theme parks for three hours after the traditional park closing. (From 10 PM to 1 AM.) Visitors can expect much shorter wait times and crowds, along with select treats and drinks included with admission! Due note that not all attractions will be included in this event and/or can become unavailable without notice. Lastly, Disney’s Animal Kingdom does not participate per animal safety guidelines.
Easter isn’t the only holiday happening this month! Be sure to celebrate Earth Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on April 22nd, 2025. (FYI: this is also the park’s birthday! Earth Day, birthday!) Visitors can enjoy celebratory activities, treats, entertainment, photo-ops, and more! Picking a (free!) park map is a fun way to commemorate this day!
Have you ever heard of Dapper Days at Disney? It is an unofficial Disney event where guests don their best dress and vintage styles while visiting the theme parks. It is in the same realm as Disney bounding. The original idea for this event pays homage to early Disney parks concept art, with visitors wearing 1950s/1960s silhouettes, suits, hats, etc. This month, guests can join in on Dapper Days on April 26th at EPCOT and April 27th at Magic Kingdom.

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