After the holidays have finally calmed down and you're ready for another winter getaway from work or school, what better place to hop than sunny Orlando? Walt Disney World in February has fun events and pretty great weather. January and February provide some of the slowest times of the year in the theme parks since we're between school breaks and holidays.
While February is no longer considered a "dead" time at Disney (spoiler alert: there is no real dead time at Disney), minus the week of Presidents Day, crowd levels are generally low to average compared to the rest of the year. While you might not expect it, February is a toadally awesome time to visit the Most Magical Place on Earth!
Overview of Walt Disney World in February
While February is officially the month of love, the parks are fairly low-key about Valentine's Day. But take a tip from us frogs: You can create romance at Disney World in February or any other time with our romantic ideas. Keep an eye out on Disney World's social media accounts around Valentine's Day, as special photo-ops (and toadally adorable treats) are announced. In recent years, Cinderella's carriage has been on display in Magic Kingdom for cute couple photo-ops, and sometimes you can catch a prince or two hanging around with the princesses — a rare treat!
Crowds at Walt Disney World in February
As far as crowds go, Valentine's Day itself has no appreciable impact on traffic. But the parks do see elevated crowds because of Presidents Day, which is Feb. 20, 2023. Many people book their vacation around the federal holiday, boosting crowds in the park. For those of you visiting during this time, take advantage of our Orlando planning app for iPhone and make sure you get to the park before opening to take advantage of the lowest crowds! Check the crowd calendar to see recommended days for the whole month (and beyond). Also, be sure to book your Disney Park Pass reservations! For more information about crowds in 2023, hop over to our full post.
New Offerings and Returning Entertainment in February
It's a great time to visit Disney World as the resort is still celebrating its 50th anniversary! There are lots of exciting EARidescent offerings, the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride and two new nighttime spectaculars to enjoy at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. (Catch these shows before they play their final performances in April and make way for new entertainment!)
Beloved character experiences are making their way back to Magic Kingdom! Dive under the sea and visit the little mermaid herself in Ariel's Grotto which returned Jan. 22. Then, in a few weeks, you'll be able to step into the Beast's library once again when Enchanted Tales with Belle makes its grand return starting Feb. 19. Lastly, princes and princesses alike will be able to dine with Disney royalty when character dining finally returns Feb. 28 to Cinderella's Royal Table.
Speaking of food, we're so frogcited to join Jessie, Trixie, Bo Peep and all their friends in Andy's backyard when Roundup Rodeo BBQ opens March 23 in Disney's Hollywood Studios! This table-service restaurant in Toy Story Land will serve mouthwatering BBQ in a family-style setting. We can't wait to try dishes such as "There's a Sausage in My Boot" and the "Slinky Doooooooooog Mac & Cheese."
Of course, we can't froget the long-awaited opening of TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom on April 4! These are just a few, though, of many new attractions and experiences making their way to Walt Disney World this year. We're eagerly awaiting Journey of Water, Inspired by "Moana" which is set to open in EPCOT late 2023 and the new Figment meet-and-greet which will also be materializing in EPCOT by the end of the year.
Closings and Refurbishments at Walt Disney World in February
Many of the water rides see seasonal refurbishments in the month of February. Typically, one of the water parks will close, so Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park is currently open to provide some cool water fun while Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park is closed for refurbishment. Keep in mind though that water parks will close on days with lower temperatures.
At Walt Disney World, many rides will undergo regular maintenance around this time of year, while others have not reopened yet. Here are the current closures for February:
- Magic Kingdom: Enchanted Tales with Belle (reopening Feb. 19)
- Animal Kingdom: Kali River Rapids (Jan. 9 - March 16)
- Hollywood Studios: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith (Feb. 20 - summer 2023)
For more details and a list of all refurbishments, check our closings page.
Weather at Walt Disney World in February
In February, temperatures are on the rise, with an average high of 74 and a low of 53. There will be sunny days, so don't froget the swimsuits to take a dip (or cannonball!) in those heated pools! You will still need a jacket for the evenings and chilly mornings.
Events at Walt Disney World in February
Be sure to check out the special events page for Disney World to find out the full details!
- Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend — Feb. 23 - Feb. 26, 2022
- EPCOT International Festival of the Arts — Jan. 13 - Feb. 20, 2022. This one has quickly become the Frog Family's favorite EPCOT festival (say that five times fast!).
Are you planning to visit Walt Disney World in February? Share any questions you have in the comments below! You'll find more resources to help you plan your Disney World vacation on our When to Visit Orlando page inside the Orlando Planning Guide.
Related: The Best Time to Visit Disney World in 2023 and 2024
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