FoF Parade strategy

[gabrielacsarti]

Hi! I'm going to WDW for the first time May 17th. I have a FP+ at 14h15 to 15h15 for Splash Mountain. I'm planning to enter in the ride just after the window starts, so probably I'll get out of ride around 14h40. It's possible to catch a good spot in Frontierland for FoF Parade at this time? Thanks!

 

[Itinkso]

It may be cutting it close. You actually can go to Splash @ 2:10 and then get out 5 minutes or so earlier. There is also a grace period of 10-15 minutes at the end of your window if you wanted to try for Splash after the parade.

 

[ferd]

Hi! I'm going to WDW for the first time May 17th. I have a FP+ at 14h15 to 15h15 for Splash Mountain. I'm planning to enter in the ride just after the window starts, so probably I'll get out of ride around 14h40. It's possible to catch a good spot in Frontierland for FoF Parade at this time? Thanks!

I think that would depend on what you would consider a 'good' spot. The parade begins in Fronteirland, and generally that area isn't as packed for parade viewing as Main Street is, however, just 20 mins before the parade will probably not get you what I personally would consider a 'good' spot. For FOF I've sat for an hour or more near Liberty Tree Tavern to get a spot on the ropes, or front row. My guess is you will be several people deep on the bridge area around Splash Mountain at 20 minutes before the Parade begins.

 

[gabrielacsarti]

I could change it for morning, but I don't want to go wet for CRT... Cinderella very beautiful and me totally soaked.

 

[ferd]

I could change it for morning, but I don't want to go wet for CRT... Cinderella very beautiful and me totally soaked.

Generally, Splash doesn't get you too wet, and with the current heat, you will dry off pretty quickly. If you are concerned, you could wear a poncho on the ride, some people do that. And with our weather, having a poncho on hand is never a bad idea.

 

[gabrielacsarti]

Do you think it's possible to do Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear and ETWB until 10h30 since I rope drop MK?

 

[Itinkso]

Do you think it's possible to do Space Mountain, Buzz Lightyear and ETWB until 10h30 since I rope drop MK?

If you went straight to ETWB but that show takes up a lot of time. Buzz would be okay but probably a long wait at Space.

What do you have Fp+ -wise right now?

 

[gabrielacsarti]

Peter Pan Flight at 11h15, Anna&Elsa 13h10, Splash Mountain 14h15

 

[gabrielacsarti]

I could do ETWB late night, after Wishes. MK will close at 1 a.m. We don't have children with us.

 

[Itinkso]

Peter Pan Flight at 11h15, Anna&Elsa 13h10, Splash Mountain 14h15

If you stood near the area that leads to Splash when you watch the parade, you can head to Splash as soon as the parade is over. Or, go in and change Splash to 2:30 - 3:30 and you will be fine.

If you got a Fp+ for ETWB for 11:15 and did Peter Pan @ rope drop, that would get you to Space more quickly. Buzz isn't that busy in the mornings.

 

[ferd]

ETWB is a cool attraction, but geared to children mostly. It can take 20 minutes at least to get through it, so I wouldn't waste rope drop advantage time on it first thing in the morning. Take the advice and do it in the evening after most kids have left the park. Head to Tomorrowland first and do Space Mountain and Buzz Lightyear first.

Lately, with A & E in Fantasyland, the wait for Peter Pan has been less than normal. It is possible you could head there after Buzz and have a shorter wait and be able to utilize your FP+ for something else.

 

[gabrielacsarti]

I think MK is the stressful park to make a touring plan... It's lucky I don't have children. With child, this seems to be 10x more stressful LOL

 

[gabrielacsarti]

I'm doing again all my plans... You were so helpful...

 

[gabrielacsarti]

Touring Plan MK
09h00 Opening
09h15 Ride Space Mountain
09h30 Ride Buzz Lightyear Ranger Spin
09h45 Ride Peter Pan Flight
10h15 Ride Big Thunder Mountain (FP)
10h45 Splash Mountain (FP)
11h15 Ride Haunted Mansion
12h15-13h15 Lunch Cinderella Royal Table
13h25 M&G Anna&Elsa (FP 13h10-14:10)
13h45 Ride Phillarmagic
14h00 Festival of Fantasy Parade
15h30 Ride Jungle Cruise
16h30 Ride Pirates of Caribbean
18h00 M&G Minnie and Daisy
18h30 - 19h30 Dinner BOG
19h30 Ride Under the sea w/ litlle mermaid (if possible catch the 4th FP)
20h30 Ride Enchanted Tales w/ Belle
21h20 Take a spot Wishes (10 p.m)
23h00 MSEP
23h15 M&G Mickey
23h30 Get out


This is my new touring plan. Of course the times is a estimative, only to have a idea what is possible to do. I didn't grab the FP for BTMR and Splash Mountain. Do you think this touring plan is OK? If I can't do anything at estipulated time I'll do it after MSEP. I just don't want to do Jungle Cruise, Splash Mountain and BTMR at night.

 

[Itinkso]

Plan looks good! Have a great time!