Walt Disney World in February is absolute perfection, with fantastic Florida weather, moderate crowds, and the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. It’s one of the best months of the year!
Similar to January, February is one of the best times to visit. It’s the calm before the spring break storm. In years past, we’ve also seen some of the year’s lowest prices for Disney hotels and resorts in February, which is one of our top tips for doing Disney on a budget.
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Love is in the air, not just because of Valentine’s Day. It’s because you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World in February! We can’t imagine a better place to be with your loved ones than at the most Magical Place on Earth. In this post, we discuss visiting Walt Disney World in February, covering everything from weather to events to crowd levels—plus tips and tricks we’ve learned over the years.
February crowds are a nice reprieve compared to the summertime and winter holidays. Another reason to consider visiting in February is that it’s one of the most affordable months, as Disney typically releases discounts this time of year. Keep an eye on the special offers page at disneyworld.com.
Weather at Walt Disney World in February
Let’s start with the weather! With temperatures averaging in the low 50s to mid-70s and little to no rain, visiting Disney World in February offers truly lovely weather. This month is slightly warmer than January, which can make a big difference in comfort. That being said, as we all know, Mother Nature (or should we say Elsa?!) has a mind of her own, so be sure to check your trip’s upcoming forecast and pack accordingly!
If an unexpected cold snap occurs during your Disney vacation and you did not pack winter gear, we suggest taking a shopping trip to Uniqlo at Disney Springs. This beloved Japanese brand has cute, unique Disney clothes (some of our personal favorites!) and great layering pieces for colder weather. Think thermals, thin HEATTECH pieces, and winter accessories. We also love Uniqlo for its wide range of sizes—perfect for everyone in the family, from baby to adult!
February Crowds at Disney World
As Disney adds more events, the crowds in February have picked up but remain low to moderate. Coupled with some of the coolest temperatures of the year, it’s still one of the top times to visit Disney!
The “lower” crowds are due to a few things.
- Firstly, it isn’t a month of heavy holidays. This means families plan their vacations around school days off, and there aren’t many in February. Secondly, nothing “new” is happening.
- The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will be well on its way and wrapping up towards the end of the month. Speaking of which, the next EPCOT festival (International Flower and Garden Festival) typically starts at the end of February – BUT not this year! It will kick off on March 4th, 2026, pushing back the crowds it usually brings!
Remember that crowds may be low overall, but the parks can still feel crowded. The best indication of crowd levels is ride wait times, which you can check in real-time via the My Disney Experience app.
Highlights For February
Below are the weekly highlights for visiting Disney World in February:
- The RunDisney Princess Half Marathon is from February 13 to February 16, 2026. A funny thing about Walt Disney World marathons is that they tend to attract fewer crowds. However, this is a highly popular marathon theme, which may inflate crowds. Only time can tell. We particularly love this marathon’s theme and all the princess dressing up it brings!
- One holiday to watch out for is Presidents’ Day weekend, Monday, February 16th, 2026. Because it is a long weekend, expect locals to spend it at the most Magical Place on Earth! (Can you blame them?!)
- In February, the Orlando area hosts many youth competitions, attracting crowds to the parks, hotels, and surrounding attractions. This is important to remember if you plan to stay, visit, or eat on- or off-property.
February Events
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Dates: January 16th – February 23rd, 2026
Art lovers rejoice! From Disney Broadway performances to art-themed culinary delights, guests will be immersed in all things art. This includes visual, musical, culinary, and more! Visitors can even partake in the artistry with a paint-by-numbers mural, Animation Academy drawing lessons, larger-than-life photo-ops of famous artwork, and more!
RunDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
Dates: February 206th to March 2nd, 2026
Help your favorite Disney princesses face villains and foes during this fairytale weekend! Guests can participate in princess-themed 5k, 10k, or half marathons – or take them all on in the Disney Fairytale Challenge! Running not your thing? Maybe try some Disney Princess Yoga instead!
Events at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports
National School Spirit Championship DII (January 30-February 1, 2026)
National School Spirit Championship DI (February 6-February 8)
USA Competitions Presidential Classic (February 13-February 16)
Disney Presidents’ Day Soccer Tournament (February 14-February 16)
Youth Flag Football World Championships (February 19-February 22)
runDisney Health & Fitness Expo (February 26-February 28)
Except for the half-marathon, ESPN’s Wide World of Sports events won’t significantly impact crowd levels!
Extra Tips
Runners aren’t the only ones who can participate in the fun during runDisney marathons! All visitors can check out the runDisney Health and Fitness Expo (February 26th to 28th) at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Inside, guests can explore exhibit booths, shop commemorative merchandise, and indulge in specialty food. This would be a fun addition for athletes, fitness junkies, or seasoned Disney goers!
Can’t fit the expo into your plans, but want to participate in the marathon fun? Cheer and congratulate the runners in the parks. You can spot them by their bib number, medal, and/or princess bounding gear!
As noted in our January post, although unlikely, those traveling within the Walt Disney World resort on marathon days may experience minor morning delays due to road closures and alternative routes.
In keeping with the sports theme, remember all those youth competitions we spoke of earlier? These groups love to book the value resorts for both their value and their convenience to the parks. If these resorts are unavailable, this is the reason. These groups often practice their cheers and dances in the common areas and stay up past bedtime. Quieter Disney goers may want to stay elsewhere.
I hope these tips for visiting Walt Disney World in February help make your trip more magical!
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