Is December a good time to visit Hollywood Studios?

December has peak crowd levels at Hollywood Studios with average highs of 73°F. Full holiday decorations and events. Christmas week through Jan 1 is the busiest time of year.

How crowded is Hollywood Studios in December?

Crowd levels at Hollywood Studios in December are typically peak. Expect long waits and consider Lightning Lane to maximize your time.

What is the weather like at Hollywood Studios in December?

December in Orlando averages 73°F highs and 54°F lows with about 5 rainy days. Cool and comfortable. Perfect holiday weather.

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PEAK CROWDS

Hollywood Studios in December

Cool and comfortable. Perfect holiday weather.

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Crowd Level

peak

Avg High

73°F

Avg Low

54°F

Rain Days

5 days

Pros

Reasons to visit in December

✓Full holiday decorations and events
✓Beautiful weather
✓Special entertainment and fireworks
✓Candlelight Processional at EPCOT

Cons

Things to watch out for

✕Christmas week through Jan 1 is the busiest time of year
✕Highest prices of the year
✕Parks may reach capacity
✕Very early December can be less crowded

SPECIAL EVENTS

Events in December

★Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

★EPCOT Candlelight Processional

★New Year's Eve celebrations

Must-Do Rides

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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Alien Swirling Saucers

Toy Story Land

Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway

Animation Courtyard

Rides at Hollywood Studios

Attractions

With peak crowds, prioritize your must-dos and consider Lightning Lane for headliners.

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

40"+

Alien Swirling Saucers

Toy Story Land

Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway

Animation Courtyard

Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

38"+

Slinky Dog Dash

Toy Story Land

38"+

Star Tours – The Adventures Continue

Echo Lake

Toy Story Mania!

Toy Story Land

Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!

Animation Courtyard

Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets

Sunset Boulevard

48"+

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™

Sunset Boulevard

Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage

Sunset Boulevard

Disney Movie Magic

Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After

Sunset Boulevard

Fantasmic!

First Order Searches for the Resistance

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration

Echo Lake

Green Army Drum Corps

Toy Story Land

Hollygroove Swingin'

Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular!

Echo Lake

Meet Ariel at Walt Disney Presents

Animation Courtyard

Meet Disney Stars at Red Carpet Dreams

Echo Lake

Meet Edna Mode at the Edna Mode Experience

Animation Courtyard

Meet Joy at Pixar Plaza

Toy Story Land

Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight

Echo Lake

Meet Pixar Pals at Pixar Plaza

Toy Story Land

Meet the Toys in Toy Story Land

Toy Story Land

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure

Animation Courtyard

The Record Setters

Vacation Fun - An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie

Echo Lake

Walt Disney Presents

Animation Courtyard

Wonderful World of Animation

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