IOA Express Passes

[smull1982]

We are going to US on October 18 & 19 and I plan to purchase express passess for those days. My question is, do we need to purchase EP's for IOA on the 20th and 21st, (a Saturday and Sunday). We really want to spend some time at theWWoHP and ride FJ, maybe more than once. Is two days enough time to do everything?

Also, does anyone know when "hell week" is this year? Thanks

 

[mesaboy2]

We are going to US on October 18 & 19 and I plan to purchase express passess for those days. My question is, do we need to purchase EP's for IOA on the 20th and 21st, (a Saturday and Sunday). We really want to spend some time at theWWoHP and ride FJ, maybe more than once. Is two days enough time to do everything?

Also, does anyone know when "hell week" is this year? Thanks

I recommend you don't buy any express passes until you're there and can gauge the crowds for yourself, then determine if the cost of express is worth it. The pros of waiting until day-of to decide far outweigh the cons.

If you're planning on spending two days in each park, you likely won't need them to see "everything".

And besides, FJ does not accept express passes anyway. Nor does Rip Ride Rockit, Pteranadon Flyers, or Ollivander's.

 

[Metro West]

EPs are not generally needed in mid-October...it's a slower period. Just remember...both nights you're planning on visiting the Studios are HHN nights so you'll lose an hour. The park will close at 5pm for HHN set up.

 

[smull1982]

Thanks for the input, it's very helpful! We also have HHN tickets on the 18th. Will we be able to stay in the park during set up or will we have to leave and come back?

 

[JessicaR]

Thanks for the input, it's very helpful! We also have HHN tickets on the 18th. Will we be able to stay in the park during set up or will we have to leave and come back?

You can stay in the park at a designated stay and scream location. Many here grab a bite at Finnegan's.