A Complete Guide to Walt Disney World in April

Disney World in April is another great time to visit thanks to mild weather for the area.

In this post, I’ll share tips for planning your trip to Disney World in April, including what to pack, what the crowds are like, special events, what’s new, what’s closed, and general weather info.

Alright, let’s get to it!

All dates and information subject to change throughout the year. This post will be updated frequently, but for the most up to date information on what’s closed and what’s reopened, check out my post about Disney World closures and what’s new.

Weather in Orlando in April

The average temperatures continue to warm up in April with an average high of 83° F and low of 63°. 

While it does rain in April, the average precipitation is only 2.4 inches of rain, which isn’t all too bad.

Overall, the weather in Orlando in April is quite nice – not too rainy and great temperatures for a pool day or 2.

Temperature and precipitation data courtesy of NOAA.

What to wear to Disney World in April

For the most part, cool layers will be your best bet on what to wear to Disney World in April. 

While it won’t be as hot and humid as it is in the Summer months, the temperatures can get into the 80s. 

Keep an eye on the forecast and at the very least, throw in a sweatshirt or light jacket and a pair of pants just in case.

Per usual, pack the shoes that work best for you, whether that be sandals or sneakers. 

That said, I don’t recommend wearing heels to the parks, unless you’ll only be there for a short time, such as for a dinner reservation. 

Otherwise, you can really hurt yourself – and no one wants to be laid up in their hotel room because their feet hurt too much!

At minimum, make sure you have plenty of sunscreen, a pair of sunglasses, and a compact rain poncho or umbrella in your park bag. These will help you beat the sun and rain.

For more tips on what to pack for Disney World, check out my Disney World packing list, which includes a FREE printable list to help you stay organized while you pack for your trip.

Events & holidays

The Epcot Flower & Garden Festival continues into April. I can’t wait for the Garden Rocks concert series and yummy food booths. How about you?

For tips on planning your visit to this festival, check out my Epcot Flower & Garden guide.

April is also when most K-12 schools have Spring Break, plus Easter is April 20, 2025, so you’ll likely see lots of families with kids visiting during mid April.

The runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend occurs April 3-6, 2025. If you’re interested in visiting in April, this Pixar-themed event includes 5K, 10K, and 10-mile races.

Plus there’s usually a post-race party at one of the water parks (in 2024, it was Typhoon Lagoon) and sunrise yoga for race participants at Hollywood Studios.

Lastly, with Animal Kingdom’s birthday and Earth Day on April 22, Animal Kingdom celebrates all month long with special snacks, merchandise and sometimes new attractions.

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What’s closed at Disney World in April

There are several rides and attractions that are closed in April. As reopening dates are announced, this post will be updated.

Animal Kingdom

• It’s Tough to Be a Bug will be closed permanently to make way for Zootopia: Better Zoogether.
• TriceraTop Spin, Dinorama Fossil Fun Games, and Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures closed permanently in January 2025 to make way for the upcoming Tropical Americas land.

Epcot

• Test Track closed in June 2024 for a massive refurbishment and reimagining. It will reopen in Summer 2025.

Hollywood Studios

• As of February 2025, there are no closures for major attractions at Hollywood Studios. However, Mama Melrose’s Ristoranto Italiano closes in May and Muppet Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo close in June, so experience them while you can!

Magic Kingdom

• Astro Orbiter is closed for a major refurbishment until Summer 2025.
• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closed until 2026 for refurbishment, as well as construction for the upcoming Villains land.
• The Hall of Presidents is also closed for an update, but its reopening date is not yet known, so it’s possible that it will still be closed in April. However, I expect it to be open again by this point.

Blizzard Beach & Typhoon Lagoon

• Blizzard Beach is usually closed in April, with Typhoon Lagoon reopening. However, there is no word from Disney yet on when Blizzard Beach will close and when Typhoon Lagoon will reopen as of February 23, 2025.

Will you visit Disney World in April?

Are you planning to visit Disney World in April for some springtime fun? Let’s chat in the comments below.

This post was originally published on February 6, 2022 and last updated February 23, 2025.