Suggestions for tonight, Fri, and Sat?

[WDW-Mike]

I'm traveling to California later today for a business trip. I am heading to DLR tonight and Friday night, and I'm planning a full day there on Saturday (with early entry). Although my family and I average 2 trips/yr to WDW, I haven't been to DL for about 20 years. I'm going solo and want to hit the major attractions -- epecially those that are different from WDW/unique to DLR.

1. I expect to get to DLR around 8pm tonight. What would others suggest I do with about 3 hrs? I'm not big into F!, WoC, or parades/fireworks.
2. Since I'll also be getting to the parks later on Friday, would I do better at DL or CA in terms of lines?
3. What should I expect on Saturday in terms of crowds, given it's a summer weekend and the 55th anniversary?

Thanks for your advice!

 

[blackjackdelta]

I'm traveling to California later today for a business trip. I am heading to DLR tonight and Friday night, and I'm planning a full day there on Saturday (with early entry). Although my family and I average 2 trips/yr to WDW, I haven't been to DL for about 20 years. I'm going solo and want to hit the major attractions -- epecially those that are different from WDW/unique to DLR.

1. I expect to get to DLR around 8pm tonight. What would others suggest I do with about 3 hrs? I'm not big into F!, WoC, or parades/fireworks.
2. Since I'll also be getting to the parks later on Friday, would I do better at DL or CA in terms of lines?
3. What should I expect on Saturday in terms of crowds, given it's a summer weekend and the 55th anniversary?

Thanks for your advice!

First, welcome to the boards. I would expect both Fri and Sat to be very busy but doable. I would head for POTC, Splash, JC, HM, and then over to Space and BLAB. Check the wait time boards and go with the flow.

Jack

 

[HydroGuy]

When I arrive late because of travel I like to do shows because then I am on an even footing with everyone else. So I would try to do the DL fireworks or Fantasmic. If you had a group the 9:05 show would be too crowded, but if you are solo you may be able to get a decent spot.

As for rides, the list by BJD is a good one. FPs will be gone for the majors on Friday night so it is unlikely you can do Space, Indy or Splash without a long line.

But bone up on the single rider lines. You can use that for Indy and Splash on Friday night! And for the DCA rides otherwise.

Fastpass & Single Rider Information

 

[Lissame]

If you are interested in going on Splash Mountain, when we were there 2 weeks ago we found that it was deserted--totally walk straight on--during Fantasmic. Our kids plus their cousin rode the ride over and over (and were absolutely drenched afterward). They are still talking about how fun that was.

 

[3Minnies1Mickey]

With your late arrivals, keep in mind many rides in DCA (the pier area) are closed at 8 due to WOC.