I can go in October from the 11th-16th(5nights, 5days) or I could wait until April and get one less day and go April 10th-13th (4 nights,4days). All things being equal from there.... which is your choice? I am thinking October no?
In October, you may face some Fall Break crowds from AZ, but shouldn't be too terribly busy. In April, you will face Spring Break crowds and it will be very busy. I'd go with October. Plus, you'll see the parks decorated for Halloween. Plus, plus, it's a whole SIX months sooner!
I would choose October with the extra day. There is so much to see, every day counts. April can be a big spring break season. I went in October last year (first week) and it was great. Just make sure you make dining reservations if you want Table Service.
2007 - All Star Movies (Sept)
2006 - CBR (Sept/Oct)
2005 - All Star Sports
2001 - Off Propery
2000 - All Star Sports
No question October. Just because of the (much)smaller crowds. The only problems would be that there will be shorter hours and the entertainment will only be run on the weekend. It is also nice because HMH will be just opened for the holidays.
Oct. for sure!! The only thing is, my family and I went there on the day the HM reopened for the holidays, so it was a bit crowded but nothing like it would be for the Spring Break crowds in April!! Hope that helps