These Are the Exact Best and Worst Dates to Visit Disneyland According to New Crowd Data

Although it is safe to assume that Disneyland will always be somewhat crowded, Disneyland has distinct periods of peak crowds and some slower days interspersed throughout the year. Knowing which dates to avoid (and which to book your trip during, if you have the flexibility) can make a big difference in how your trip goes.

Today, we’re taking a look back at the busiest days and the least crowded days of 2025 at Disneyland, based on wait time data. This is a helpful resource as you are trying to pinpoint when to plan your next trip! At Mickey Visit, we report on all of the latest Disney news, including a Disneyland ride closure end date added to the calendar, and 7 things that are leaving Disneyland in 2026 (some permanently). 

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Disneyland Most Crowded Days to Avoid

In the data below, we’re taking a look at the days of the year with the highest crowds and the lowest crowds (based on wait times data) beginning in December 2024 and ending at the beginning of December 2025. This data is based on average wait times and peak wait times.

We also recently took a look at the Disneyland rides that had the longest wait times and most downtime in 2025, and the top spots may surprise you.

Most of these busiest days of the year at Disneyland shouldn’t come as a surprise, as they are all during periods that we warn are peak crowds in our Mickey Visit Disneyland crowd calendar. These busiest days include several days during Spring Break in March, Presidents’ Day Weekend, and the stretch of time surrounding the holidays from late December into early January.

While you can still have a great trip during a time with peak crowds if you utilize a solid strategy, it’s worth noting these busiest days to avoid if you are considering when to plan your trip in 2026 for the lowest crowds.

Here is the full list of the busiest days at Disneyland in 2025.

#1: March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)  – Average Wait: 32 min  – Peak Wait: 200 min   

#2: February 16, 2025 (Sunday)  – Average Wait: 30.8 min – Peak Wait: 205 min  

#3: March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)  – Average Wait: 30.4 min – Peak Wait: 180 min   

#4: December 28, 2024 (Saturday) – Average Wait: 29.9 min – Peak Wait: 200 min  

#5: March 16, 2025 (Sunday)  – Average Wait: 29.9 min – Peak Wait: 210 min  

#6: March 9, 2025 (Sunday)  – Average Wait: 29.8 min – Peak Wait: 220 min 

#7: December 30, 2024 (Monday)  – Average Wait: 29.8 min – Peak Wait: 180 min   

#8: March 15, 2025 (Saturday)  – Average Wait: 29.5 min – Peak Wait: 185 min   

#9: December 27, 2024 (Friday)  – Average Wait: 29.5 min – Peak Wait: 240 min   

#10: January 2, 2025 (Thursday)  – Average Wait: 29.5 min – Peak Wait: 140 min  

Least Busy Days at Disneyland In 2025

Now, let’s take a look at the least busy dates from the past year according to wait time data. For this data set, we’re looking at the average wait, the top attraction, and the top wait time that day.

Most of these dates should not come as a surprise, as they align with what are typically the best times of year to visit Disneyland. This includes parts of February, September, and late August. We shared a look on our Instagram of one of the least crowded days we’ve ever experienced at the parks.

 

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Lower crowds are a bit more difficult to predict than higher crowds, as there are many factors that may unexpectedly kick crowd levels up a notch during times that are expected to be slower. However, looking at the data below, you can see some consistency in the least crowded days of the year.

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Planning your trip during a time with lower crowds is always a smart move, as you can get to more experiences without the added stress of extra strategizing, long lines, and higher costs for Lightning Lane.

Here is the full list of the least busy days at Disneyland in 2025:

#1: February 13, 2025 (Thursday)  – Avg Wait – 10.7 min – Top Attraction – Incredicoaster  – Top Wait – 130 min  

#2: March 6, 2025 (Thursday) – Avg Wait – 10.9 min – Top Attraction – Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!  – Top Wait – 120 min  

#3: September 2, 2025 (Tuesday) – Avg Wait – 12.2 min – Top Attraction – Soarin’ Around the World – Top Wait – 100 min  

#4: September 3, 2025 (Wednesday)  – Avg Wait – 13 min – Top Attraction – Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark – Top Wait – 65 min 

#5: October 29, 2025 (Wednesday)  – Avg Wait – 13.1 min – Top Attraction – Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark – Top Wait – 95 min   

#6: November 21, 2025 (Friday) – Avg Wait – 13.4 min – Top Attraction – Soarin’ Around the World  – Top Wait -105 min  

#7: September 10, 2025 (Wednesday) – Avg Wait – 13.7 min – Top Attraction – Space Mountain -Top Wait – 70 min 

#8: August 24, 2025 (Sunday)  – Avg Wait – 13.8 min – Top Attraction – Soarin’ Around the World  – Top Wait – 90 min 

#9: August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)  – Avg Wait – 13.9 min – Top Attraction – Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!  – Top Wait – 80 min 

#10: September 9, 2025 (Tuesday)  – Avg Wait – 13.9 min – Top Attraction – Toy Story Midway Mania!  – Top Wait – 75 min 

Follow along with us as we share more looks at the data for rides and popular dates at Walt Disney World and Disneyland.

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