Update 9:45 p.m. on 5/28:
Disney has stated that they will no longer be offering Extra Magic Hours upon reopening. Extra Magic Hours will be temporarily suspended. Read the full update here.
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We just got some pixie-dusted news about the most magical place on earth! The Walt Disney World Resort submitted their reopening plans to the state of Florida for approval and we cannot wait to get back to the magic.
Disney fans are chEARing from home and already planning a visit back to their happy place. We know we are!

When you visit the most magical place on earth and stay at any of the Walt Disney World Resort hotels on property, one of the many magical, and exclusive perks for resort guests is getting to enjoy the theme parks for a few extra hours, or Extra Magic Hours.
Related: Disney Resort Hotels to Begin Reopening in a Few Weeks
Extra Magic Hours at the Walt Disney World Resort upon reopening
Well Disney fans, we have more great news! Posted on the Disney World theme park hours are Extra Magic Hours for select theme parks as early as July 15th!
Currently, you can see Extra Magic Hours listed for Magic Kingdom and EPCOT for select dates.


With the current guest capacity limitations to ensure proper social distancing, those low-crowd, empty Main Street U.S.A. Cinderella Castle pic dreams your heart makes can come true; especially during Extra Magic Hours!
Please note, theme park schedules do change often. So, be sure to check as your travel dates get closer to have the most accurate theme park schedules for your magical plans.
Related: Disney World Theme Parks to Reopen With Reduced Operating Hours
Reasons to Stay Inside the Magic at the Walt Disney World Resort
Need more reasons to stay inside the magic (see what we did there ;)? How about complimentary transportation to and from the Orlando International Airport with Disney’s Magical Express, complimentary MagicBands, early access to FastPass+ booking, and more!
Need help planning that unforgettable vacation to the magic? Our friends at Academy Travel are hEAR to help! They can offer a no-obligation, no-cost quote and walk you through the entire planning process with Mickey’s white-glove service! So, don’t hesitate and start planning that magical vacation soon.
Will you be planning a visit to the Walt Disney World Resort Soon? Let us know in the comments so we can dream with you!