Understanding FastPass Allocations at DisneyWorld

When visiting DisneyWorld, FastPass is a crucial tool to manage your time efficiently and avoid long queues for popular rides. Whether you're at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, or Animal Kingdom, FastPass can help ensure you get the most out of your visit. This article will guide you through the FastPass system, focusing on how many passes are allocated and which rides qualify.

The Basics of FastPass

At Walt Disney World, FastPass allocations are tiered. Each park offers a certain number of FastPass slots per day. For the majority of parks, including Magic Kingdom, you can make three initial selections. Once you have used up these three slots, you can continue adding additional slots one at a time. There is no limit to the total number of FastPass slots you can reserve in a day, across all of the Walt Disney World Parks.

FastPass Allocations per Park

FastPass allocations are as follows for each park:

Disney's Magic Kingdom: 3 Disney's EPCOT: 3 Disney's Hollywood Studios: 3 Disney's Animal Kingdom: 3

After you use your initial three Quick Service selections, you can continue adding them one at a time. The process of adding additional slots is as follows:

Select your next ride. Confirm your first selected ride as finished. Select your next ride for the additional slot. Repeat as needed until you have reserved as many slots as you want.

It's important to note that while there is no strict limit, managing your slots effectively is crucial for a smooth visit. Here’s a more detailed look at the tiering system and how it affects your FastPass selections.

Tiering System and Rides

The tiering system plays a significant role in how you allocate your FastPass slots. Rides are categorized into three tiers:

Tier 1 Rides

Tier 1 attractions are the most popular rides at the park. They include:

7 Dwarfs Mine Train Soarin' at the Sky Expedition Everest Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Frozen – Sing Along World Toontown Cardio Blaster

The tiering system ensures that you can only have three Tier 1 attractions FastPasses at any one time. This means that you should prioritize your Tier 1 rides and plan accordingly.

Tier 2 Rides

Tier 2 attractions are slightly less popular but still highly sought after. Examples include:

The Seas with Nemo Friends The Indiana Jones Adventure Guest Train Ride (Magic Kingdom) Festival of the Lion King

Tier 3 Rides

Tier 3 attractions are less popular and may have fewer FastPass slots available. These include:

Mr. Toad's Wild Ride Avatar: Flight of Passage The Great Movie Ride The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

It's important to note that the number of FastPass slots for Tier 3 rides may be limited, especially during peak times. So, while Tier 3 rides are still enjoyable, planning for them after you have reserved your Tier 1 and Tier 2 slots is key.

Planning Your Visit

To maximize your FastPass experience, it's advisable to:

Book your Tier 1 attractions first to avoid missing out on the most popular rides. Plan your Tier 2 attractions once you have your Tier 1 slots. Reserve slots for Tier 3 attractions last, if needed. Utilize the My Disney Experience App to keep track of your reservations and manage your planning.

Remember, the tiering system is designed to ensure a balanced distribution of FastPass slots. By understanding the tiering system and planning accordingly, you can make the most of your visit to DisneyWorld and enjoy as many popular rides as possible without long queues.

Conclusion

Understanding the FastPass system and how many slots are allocated per day is crucial for any visitor to Walt Disney World. Whether you're at Magic Kingdom or any of the other parks, the tiering system helps ensure that you can enjoy the most popular rides without the long wait times. By planning your visit effectively, you can ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience at DisneyWorld.