Which week better for crowds in the parks? Oct or Nov

[JonHM]

Hello!

We used to take annual trips in October, since the weather is so nice and it is (usually) a less crowded season. However, last year when we went (I think a week before Halloween), the parks were PACKED. I guess I must have missed some special events scheduling or something. This October/November is going to be a particularly special event, because it will be celebrating my wife finishing her chemotherapy treatments, so we'd really like to go at a time when it is a little quieter.
Does anyone have any opinions on which of these weeks would be least crowded in the parks?

Sunday through Friday, October 10-15
Sunday though Friday, October 17-22
Sunday through Friday, October 24-29
Sunday through Friday, November 14-19

As I said, normally I am not that picky, but this is really going to be a special time for DW and DS, not to mention Grandparents on this trip as well, and I really want to do everything that I can to make it extra extra special.

Any and all opinions welcome!!

Thanks!!

Jon

 

[KimR]

I've never been in October, but I have been in November, though a week earlier than you are going. The weather was beautiful and crowds were low with the exception of the Saturday before Veterans Day. MK was a nightmare, we wound up leaving and going over to EPCOT (which wasn't bad at all). I would not hesitate to go in November again if I didn't have to pull the kids out of school. The only drawback is that is does get a little chilly in the evenings. I had to change into a pants and a sweater, although my sister (who likes it cool) was still comfy in shorts. Whatever you decide, have fun and best wishes to your wife. I hope you all have a wonderful trip!

 

[JonHM]

Thanks!

I hadn't thought about how cool (alright, cold it would get at night)

Anyone else care to weigh in?

 

[dbail2]

We have been down to Disney twice in October and the only day we stayed away from was Columbus day Oct. 11th this year. Both times were the bebinning of October. I would pick Sunday though Friday, October 17-22. We enjoyed this time of year. Still warm enough to use the water parks and the pools. The crowds were minimum also. Have a wonder trip....

 

[KLAIT]

Bump--Curious too.