Assorted Questions

[AnthonyJPreston]

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[krash2501]

There are alot of threads started about the best time to go. Do a search and it will help you out a lot.

For me I like Jan - Feb and Aug - Sept.

 

[Disney Dreams]

So... "good time to go" depends upon what is important to you. It's sort of a trick question.

February/Early March is:

- Lower crowds than other times of year
- A time when various attractions are likely to be closed for refurbishments
- When you will have less entertainment offerings
- Shorter hours
- Time of year when So. Cal. is apt to get rain

Now... is this good or bad? Well...

- Lower crowds are basically a good thing
- Although some things may be down, there are LOTS of things to do and see. However, you can almost count on closures during that time of year. Why? It's the slowest time of the year so if there is work to be done, Jan-Mar is when it will be done.
- Some people don't fret about missing parades, no fireworks, Fantasmic!, WoC, etc.... For us, it's a deal breaker. If it's not important to you, perfect.
- Shorter hours does NOT mean you will do less. Generally shorter hours indicates an expectancy for lower crowds. Lower crowds means that there are less people trying to do everything you are trying to do. You may even be able to see/do MORE during a day with shorter hours if the crowds are low enough.
- Weather. Again, it depends on you. For us, rain is a deal-breaker. Hate it. Hide from it. It's pouring as I type this and we will be staying in for the day. Many locals will stay away from DLR on a rainy day. Some tourists will make it a "hotel day" when it rains. If you don't mind rain, it could work to your favor. Keep in mind though that various things are DLR can be cancelled, closed, or shortened (hours) if rain is strong.

Hopefully that helps you decide if Feb/Mar is a "good time" for YOU to go,
Dreams

 

[HydroGuy]

Secondly, when would YOU say the best time to go is? I was thinking about Feb. Maybe early Mar. For the low crowds, but wondering what those months are like with ride closures and rehabs? Prices? And rain?

Thanks in advance!

I say July is the best time to go. But that is based on my priorities. Yours may be different.

See "Choosing When To Visit DLR: Summary of High and Low Season and When Each Happens " www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=36509602

 

[longtimedisneylurker]

Well, in my opinion anytime is the best time to go to Disneyland! The only month of the year we haven't managed to hit is September, but I really want to someday since that's our wedding anniversary month.

Best park hours and entertainment: Spring break (I would call this year an exception with regard to entertainment), Thanksgiving week, Christmas-New Year's, holiday weekends, weekends in general. Not surprisingly, these are also the worst times for low crowds.

Best weather: We have had beautiful weather in April, May and June. July and August can be really good for enjoying the swimming pool and water rides, but it can get rather hot for those used to cooler climes. November can also have very pleasant weather. My worst weather months would have to be October since temperatures can be all over the place, and the Santa Ana winds sometimes stir up the So Cal fires. Winter months can be more prone to rain, but that can sometimes be a good thing with regard to crowds.

I have found hotel deals pretty much any time of year by being diligent (aka obsessive), but they are easier to find in more traditional "off-season" times like January, non-holiday days in February and May. I also hear you can sometimes find good hotel deals in September after Labor Day. These times also tend to be best for low crowds.

If I had to choose, I would probably go for Thanksgiving week since we are used to the crowds and love the festive holiday feeling and the weather is usually good. My next choice would be sometime from late June through mid-August.