Wednesday or Friday?

[propellorpower]

Hi all -

I'm going to be in Southern California next week and have to get a day in at Disneyland. My debate is whether to go on Wednesday, September 5th or Friday, September 7th. I'll be purchasing the 1 day park hopper, regardless of which day, but the hours of operation vary on these days.

Wednesday's hours are 10 am - 8 pm (both parks), and Friday's hours are 9 am - 10 / 11 pm (CA / DL).

I really want to experience the park with low attendance, as my only previous visits have been on weekends, usually during October, and with decently large crowds. We'll already be missing Indiana Jones and the Haunted Mansion, but I want to maximize my time as with any visit!

What would you guys suggest? Loose a few hours of park time in hopes of lighter crowds on Wednesday, or go Friday and possibly brave longer wait times? Or will it even make a difference (crowd-wise)?

Do any of you have any experience with what the average wait times are during the week after Labor day for the major rides? Walk right up and ride or is there usually a wait or a need for Fastpass?

Thanks for any information!

 

[propellorpower]

Surely someone has an opinion?

 

[heartse]

I would suggest that you ask this question on the in the Disneyland section... not the WDW one. Check here... http://disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=26

 

[DisneylandDad]

I live in N. CA, but have many friends who live in the Disneyland area. They all tell me that weekends (including Fridays) are much more crowded due to all of the locals who go with their APs. SoCal residents can buy the APs for pretty cheap and they go a lot on the weekends. Hope that helps!

 

[lulubelle]

I am a DL local. I can tell you this. Friday nights are very, very busy. Always.
I would sacrifice the extra hours and go on Wednesday. It should be very uncrowded and most rides will have minimal waits. Of course Carsland is the exception. Have a great trip!

 

[propellorpower]

Thanks for your help and information; sorry I posted in the wrong forum - I'll re-post in the correct spot.