We rode it this past Friday at opening we went direct to FEA & we walked on. We were at the Epcot gates 50 mins before opening so we were at the near front of the pack. If you just show up to the gates at 9 you will be way back of the pack.
We are staying at All Star Sports Aug 17th to Aug 27th we snagged free dining. This is the 1st trip with no off spring we are taking the MIL for her 80th Bday.
We went last August as well . The rain sure did dappen the crowds but sitting & waiting for Fantasmic in the rain 2 nights in a row only to have it cancelled was no fun . I would do August again. Now if I could only convince the rest of the family.
We rode last week in the dark it was EMH it is very good in the dark . This was the first time I have ever used a poncho but didn't want to have to ride the very cold bus back soaking wet.