EPCOT Opening Late One Day This Weekend
Things are almost always shifting and changing in the Disney theme parks. There are big changes like the opening of new rides and attractions, as well as little changes like small price increases.
We’ve noticed a minor change happening later this week over in EPCOT that you need to be aware of!
EPCOT Opening Late
EPCOT will open up an hour later this Sunday, November 5th. Instead of opening at 9AM, the park will open at 10AM.
If you have Early Theme Park Entry, you’ll be able to get into the park at 9:30AM.
This is only for Sunday, the hours go back to normal on Monday, November 6th (the park will open at 9AM).
We’re guessing this slight change is due to the runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon that’s happening on Sunday. The race courses of runDisney events commonly go through the theme parks before they’re open.
However, since some races are longer than others, sometimes they partially happen during the normal operating hours. The half marathon seems like it will do this, which is probably why EPCOT is opening later.
This way, the runners will not have to worry about maneuvering around regular guests in the parks and vice versa.
So, just be aware when making your park plans that the park will be opening an hour later than usual! Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates.