Can anyone ride EE now??

[lcborn2run]

We arrive Thursday (Feb 2). I was planning on heading to AK upon arrival. We probably won't get into the park before 12:30 or so.

Will we have a shot at riding EE? Is it open for the general public at this point? Also, on a Thursday, I'm hoping there will be some FP's left at that time.

Anyone want to burst my bubble?

 

[Servants of Evan]

Nope. It's previewing for annual passholders only. (Bubble burst). I think it isn't slated to open until April 7th for the rest of us...

 

[MareQ]

Nope. It's previewing for annual passholders only. (Bubble burst). I think it isn't slated to open until April 7th for the rest of us...

Not entirely correct.
Preview was for AP and DVC members which is now over. Disney is advertising soft openings to members staying there in the first few weeks of Feb.

To the OP - Yes you have a chance - it may not be open all day every day - but keep checking and you may get lucky

 

[mrFDNY]

30 January 2006: Latest on soft openings

Now that the CM, DVC and AP previews are over, the attraction will move onto a period of unannounced soft openings. During this time, there is no set timeframe where the attraction will definitely be operating. This gives WDI time to complete parts of the attraction, and to tweak things based on operational feedback from the previews. The ride is set to be closed all day today, with openings perhaps taking place again towards the end of the week.

The official status is currently:
"Guests will be able to get a sneak "peak" at Expedition Everest beginning in early February during regular park hours. The ride may not always be operational during park hours."

 

[Barbi]

I'll be there Feb 2-5. Disney sent me an e-mail that says we "may" be able to ride Everest during our stay. Hope I can hit it at the right time!

 

[wdwgoofeeee]

Soft openings are hit and miss. You have to be there at the time they are allowing riders. Mission: Space did this in the evenings a few years ago during their soft openings. During the day it was closed off.
Someone mentioned FP for EE......they do not use FP during soft openings.