Start Your 2025 Disney Adventures Early with Extended Park Hours!
If you’ve got Disney magic on your mind for January, there’s good news coming from Walt Disney World! Park hours are getting a little extra pixie dust for the second week of January 2025. Whether you’re an early riser or love soaking up every last second of Disney enchantment, these changes will give you more time to enjoy all the magic, rides, and experiences.
Related: Christmas Decorations Arrive at Disney’s Polynesian Resort
Hollywood Studios: Bright and Early Adventures
Starting January 5, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will open its gates earlier, with Early Entry now beginning at 8:00 am (previously 8:30 am). That means more time to snag your spot in line for Rise of the Resistance or grab a Ronto Wrap in Galaxy’s Edge before the crowds roll in. Regular park hours also shift, with opening set for 8:30 am and the park staying open until 9:00 pm—perfect for enjoying the nighttime glow of Hollywood Boulevard.
Magic Kingdom: Nights of Pure Enchantment
Magic Kingdom fans, rejoice! Starting January 5, the park will stay open as late as 11:00 pm on select nights. From January 6 through January 10, you can enjoy an extra hour of magic until 10:00 pm. Evening Extra Magic Hours on January 8 will also stretch until midnight, giving night owls the perfect chance to experience Happily Ever After or a late-night spin on Space Mountain.
Updated hours include:
- January 5: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm
- January 6–10: 9:00 am – 10:00 pm
- January 11: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm
Related: New Island Tower Sign Installed at Disney’s Polynesian Resort
Animal Kingdom: Extra Wild Time
For Animal Kingdom explorers, the park’s hours are growing, too! On January 5 and January 11, the park will remain open until 7:00 pm, giving you more time to enjoy Pandora’s breathtaking glow or catch an evening trek through Kilimanjaro Safaris.
Updated hours include:
- January 5 & 11: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Plan Your Days with Ease!
These extended hours make January a fantastic time to visit Walt Disney World, whether you’re gearing up for your first trip of 2025 or looking to kick off the new year with a bang. Be sure to check the Walt Disney World Operating Hours Calendar for details through March 4, 2025, and make the most of your time at the Most Magical Place on Earth!
