What are the Lightning Lane priorities for preschoolers at Hollywood Studios?

For preschoolers at Hollywood Studios, the top Lightning Lane priorities are: Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, Slinky Dog Dash.

What is the best Hollywood Studios itinerary for preschoolers?

The best one-day Hollywood Studios itinerary for preschoolers starts with Toy Story Midway Mania at rope drop, followed by Toy Story Midway Mania (x2), Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (no height req), Slinky Dog Dash (38"+ — first-timer coaster). For lunch, try Woody's Lunch Box. The afternoon features Muppet*Vision 3D (air-conditioned 3D show) and Disney Junior Play & Dance. Toy Story Land is compact and walkable — let preschoolers take their time exploring the big-toy environment between rides. The theming is extraordinarily immersive at toddler height.

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Hollywood Studios Itinerary for Preschoolers (3–5)

Q: What should preschoolers do first at Hollywood Studios?

Preschoolers should rope drop Toy Story Midway Mania at Hollywood Studios. No height requirement and no waiting at rope drop. Head straight to Toy Story Land — kids will ride Midway Mania twice before crowds build.

One-day plan — rope drop to close.

Your day at a glance

Rope drop

Rope drop (park open)

Rope drop: Toy Story Midway Mania

Morning

7:30–9:30am

Toy Story Midway Mania (x2), Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (no height req)

Lunch

12:00–1:00pm

Woody's Lunch Box

Afternoon

1:00–5:00pm

Muppet*Vision 3D (air-conditioned 3D show), Disney Junior Play & Dance

Dinner

6:00–7:00pm

50's Prime Time Café (retro diner atmosphere, fun for families)

Evening

7:00–close

Runaway Railway second ride

Rope drop: Toy Story Midway Mania

No height requirement and no waiting at rope drop. Head straight to Toy Story Land — kids will ride Midway Mania twice before crowds build.

Morning plan

1Toy Story Midway Mania (x2)
2Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway (no height req)
3Slinky Dog Dash (38"+ — first-timer coaster)
4Alien Swirling Saucers (32"+)

Lunch

Woody's Lunch Box

The perfect Toy Story Land lunch. Themed sandwiches, sides, and character-inspired drinks. Kids will love the big-toy theming.

Afternoon plan

1Muppet*Vision 3D (air-conditioned 3D show)
2Disney Junior Play & Dance
3Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away (outdoor show)

Pro tip: Star Wars shows and character meetups in Galaxy's Edge are free — Chewbacca, Rey, and Stormtroopers roam the area throughout the day.

Dinner

50's Prime Time Café (retro diner atmosphere, fun for families)

Evening plan

1Runaway Railway second ride
2Fantasmic (if running — the evening water, fire, and projection show)

Fantasmic is a 30-minute outdoor amphitheater show that runs at night. Preschoolers with a Fantasmic dining package get reserved seating — highly recommended.

Lightning Lane priorities

1.Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway
2.Slinky Dog Dash

Toy Story Land is compact and walkable — let preschoolers take their time exploring the big-toy environment between rides. The theming is extraordinarily immersive at toddler height.

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