DCA Tips

"Not bad at all, there's a light crowd for the animation academy."

Nov 21, 2025 [08:39]

"There is a large crowd waiting for the Animation Academy."

Aug 13, 2025 [09:06]

"Animation Academy is one of the coolest things to do, and you get a free souvenir when you're done."

Oct 09, 2024 [10:21]

"The queue was full right after the doors opened, with people still lining up to get in."

Sep 09, 2024 [6:24]

"It can be difficult to get into the Animation Academy show; sometimes you have to wait for the next show, which could be a 15-20 minute wait."

Jul 17, 2024 [4:25]

"The Animation Academy is closing on August 5th."

Jul 03, 2024 [5:06]

"The queue for the next show is enormous, requiring stanchions and ropes outside the main entrance."

Jul 03, 2024 [5:58]

"Monsters, Inc. is expected to close by the end of the year to make way for the Avatar experience."

Sep 10, 2025 [8:32]

"This attraction was planned, and due to extra space, a second ride, Stark Flight Lab, is also being added."

Sep 10, 2025 [15:46]

"Come to Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta if you want to get a quick lunch and avoid huge lines; it's a great discount."

Oct 22, 2025 [50:42]

"Construction on the Coco attraction is slated to begin before the end of the year."

Sep 10, 2025 [56:15]

"A posted wait time of 45 minutes seems unusually high for a standard day."

Oct 24, 2024 [43:55]

"There is zero capacity at the Golden Zephyr, it's closed. It's not even that windy, so it might be a preemptive rain closure."

Nov 21, 2025 [57:51]

"I haven't seen a queue down here at Golden Zephyr in a while. It's not because everything else is too busy. It's not that bad. I'd still call this a very getable park today. I wouldn't say no to getting in a Golden Zephyr queue."

Nov 05, 2025 [1:03:30]

"If there is nobody in the queue downstairs, it's a walk-on and you'll get on the next ride."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:07:00]

"The attraction is listed as closed but is currently testing."

Jun 05, 2025 [35:29]

"This attraction has very specific operating conditions and closes frequently."

Jun 05, 2025 [38:34]

"A posted 5-minute wait is probably more like 10 minutes, maybe even 15."

Apr 27, 2025 [44:22]

"There isn't really a queue for this attraction that the speaker would say no to if they wanted to ride it."

Apr 27, 2025 [44:34]

"The queue is long enough to be using the switchbacks, which will be a wait of two or three rotations."

Jan 29, 2025 [58:21]

"The attraction is closed due to high winds."

Jan 15, 2025 [33:39]

"The attraction is still closed and has likely not operated for a week due to the wind."

Jan 15, 2025 [54:12]

"The attraction is now open with a 5-minute wait and appears to be a walk-on."

Nov 20, 2024 [59:20]

"If you see a super low wait time, like 10 minutes at Monsters, Inc., it's a call to action for people to join, and the queue will fill up quickly."

Dec 03, 2025 [51:05]

"If you see a posted wait time that's an outlier (e.g., 55 minutes when it's usually 40-45), it's a call to action to *not* go, letting the high number dissuade guests."

Dec 03, 2025 [51:40]

"Let a high wait time 'marinate' for 20-30 minutes; by then, the actual queue might be shorter (e.g., 35 minutes instead of 55)."

Dec 03, 2025 [52:08]

"You want the posted time to stay high for as long as possible so guests don't go, but when it drops to a reasonable number, you should be there, as it won't take long to fill back up."

Dec 03, 2025 [52:58]

"Try to get in the queue when the posted time is still high (e.g., 55 minutes) if you can help it, because once it drops, you start losing that 'discount' as more people join."

Dec 03, 2025 [53:49]

"Goofy Sky School is closed. It's been having a hard time staying open, both before and after its reverb. It's been open only once in the last four or five passes through."

Nov 21, 2025 [57:07]

"That's a pretty healthy standby queue, using both switchbacks and peeking into the garden. You might be doing all of that 35 minutes. Lightning Lane is about a third of the way up the ramp, which is not the worst scenario. This is not ideal for Goofy Sky School. It's a 50-50 shot whether or not you get in that queue. If you really want to ride Goofy, then get in it."

Nov 05, 2025 [1:02:30]

"They installed nets because people lose items from their hands while riding, suggesting a future where filming rides might be prohibited."

Oct 22, 2025 [52:04]

"A 55-minute posted wait time for Goofy's Sky School is likely malarkey and closer to 25 minutes, as the queue is not even half full."

Oct 22, 2025 [52:54]

"The attraction is closed."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:00:47]

"The queue is using the outdoor bullpen and the garden area is described as robust and very full."

Aug 13, 2025 [05:54]

"This is one of the longest standby queues seen for this attraction in a while."

Aug 13, 2025 [06:06]

"Lightning Lane is not very busy, which is unusual for a day with otherwise long lines."

Aug 13, 2025 [06:26]

"The standby queue has been extended out of the main entrance and into the garden area, indicating a longer wait than the posted 40 minutes."

Jul 30, 2025 [56:24]

"When you see guests moving with pace in the garden area, it means they have just opened that section to extend the queue."

Jul 30, 2025 [56:37]

"If the queue is full and extends into the garden, the wait time is likely closer to 40-50 minutes."

Jul 30, 2025 [57:47]

"The queue here looks like it's about 30 minutes."

Jul 18, 2025 [55:49]

"A queue that looked like 25 minutes was actually only a 15-minute wait."

Jul 18, 2025 [1:00:14]

"This attraction is one of the easiest places to visualize the ebb and flow of a queue as it shrinks and grows visibly."

Jul 18, 2025 [1:02:37]

"It is very rare that you see a queue under 40, but that says 25 minutes. I'm seeing very I'm seeing three guests in the Lightning Lane queue right now."

Jul 02, 2025 [57:56]

"All that's left is just this little slice right here for standby. They're going they're going in, they're going up, and then they're mixing. So it's maybe 75 guests to the mix point. That's going to be nothing."

Jul 02, 2025 [58:09]

"That is a go situation."

Jul 02, 2025 [58:27]

"You don't want to see the Lightning Lane queue extending down the ramp."

Jun 19, 2025 [52:37]

"If you see people sitting on the rails or the ground in a queue, it means the line is not moving and has been stationary for a while."

Jun 19, 2025 [53:33]

"The posted wait time is 30 minutes."

Jun 05, 2025 [54:46]

"It's preferable to wait in the garden area of the queue, as it's more pleasant than the plain switchbacks inside."

Jun 05, 2025 [55:10]

"The attraction is temporarily closed with guests stuck on the track."

May 21, 2025 [52:56]

"When the queue is in the garden area, it looks longer than it really is."

Apr 27, 2025 [43:14]

"The constant movement of the vehicles is a good thing about this ride's queue."

Apr 27, 2025 [43:37]

"The constant vehicle movement helps the queue feel less arduous than it could be."

Apr 27, 2025 [43:58]

"If the Lightning Lane queue extends into the garden area, standby guests are in for a very long wait."

Mar 27, 2025 [50:12]

"If you see a very long Lightning Lane queue, it's a code red to find something else to do."

Mar 27, 2025 [50:31]

"The queue has several switchbacks that are not always in use, so a high posted time like 65 minutes might be an overestimation."

Mar 12, 2025 [55:08]

"A 45-minute wait means being queued up in the garden area."

Feb 27, 2025 [49:28]

"This queue doesn't move very much when Lightning Lane is busy."

Feb 27, 2025 [49:40]

"Be wary of getting in a queue where you see guests sitting on the concrete, as it indicates they have been standing still for a long time."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:07:14]

"The 60-minute queue is very dense, using all available space including the extended garden area."

Jan 29, 2025 [56:13]

"The speaker has never waited in the garden portion of the standby queue before."

Jan 29, 2025 [56:34]

"The posted wait time is 40 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [33:45]

"The posted wait time is now 50 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [53:06]

"The queue looks long because they are not using the first set of switchbacks inside the garden. If you see both the outer garden and inner switchbacks full, you should run."

Jan 15, 2025 [53:36]

"The queue can extend into the garden area, and if it does, the posted wait time of 80 minutes is likely accurate."

Jan 02, 2025 [51:47]

"If the Lightning Lane queue is full, the standby line will be a grind and move very slowly."

Dec 19, 2024 [1:01:16]

"This attraction can cycle guests pretty quickly, with a vehicle of four guests loading roughly every 10 seconds."

Dec 19, 2024 [1:01:28]

"The posted wait time of 25 minutes seems low; it's likely closer to 30 or 35 minutes."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:03:33]

"The posted wait time is 40 minutes, up from 25 on the tip board."

Nov 20, 2024 [57:38]

"The queue has grown and now extends into the garden area."

Nov 20, 2024 [57:59]

"Lightning Lane is minimal with only about eight guests."

Nov 20, 2024 [58:06]

"Queue maintenance has skipped the first usual section and sent guests straight to the garden, so the wait may be closer to 30 minutes instead of 40."

Nov 20, 2024 [58:30]

"Queues for nearby rides often get spillover after a show like the Encanto performance ends."

Nov 20, 2024 [58:55]

"When waiting for the ride to reopen, wait until you see or hear empty vehicles cycling on the track before getting in line."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:04:45]

"When the ride is down, look for empty vehicles cycling on the track as a sign it will reopen soon. There is no reason to loiter nearby until you see them testing."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:05:30]

"All three sections of the main queue ramp are full."

Oct 09, 2024 [49:52]

"Don't trust the posted wait time; it can be wrong on both the high and low side."

Oct 09, 2024 [52:50]

"This is why I do what I do."

Oct 09, 2024 [53:01]

"To wait for the queue to shorten, you could ride The Little Mermaid and then come back."

Oct 09, 2024 [56:21]

"When guests see a 20-minute wait posted for this ride, they will jump on it, causing the queue to grow rapidly."

Sep 25, 2024 [56:26]

"Even if the posted wait time is inaccurate, the actual wait might still be the best deal you'll get, so it's important to analyze the physical queue length."

Sep 25, 2024 [56:50]

"The attraction is listed as closed on the tip board."

Sep 09, 2024 [35:09]

"The ride has reopened with a posted 5-minute wait."

Sep 09, 2024 [52:46]

"The queue is only the final stretch before the loading station, holding about 60 guests."

Sep 09, 2024 [52:53]

"The Lightning Lane ramp is empty, which is good for the standby line."

Jul 31, 2024 [46:15]

"This is a quick-loading ride as the vehicles do not stop for boarding unless absolutely necessary."

Jul 31, 2024 [46:22]

"The standby queue extends all the way out into the yard."

Jul 17, 2024 [40:51]

"A posted 60-minute wait was actually a 6-minute wait, as the queue was nearly empty."

Jul 03, 2024 [50:27]

"Ride during a parade, as the queue will be shorter and less likely to be impacted by a surge in Lightning Lane guests."

Jul 03, 2024 [51:07]

"Always physically check the queue length, as the analog wait time sign can be slow to update and highly inaccurate."

Jul 03, 2024 [51:51]

"Seeing guests sitting on the ground in the queue is not a good sign for wait times."

Jun 19, 2024 [39:21]

"The Lightning Lane is not very long, so the 40-minute wait might be more manageable than it has been on other days."

Jun 19, 2024 [39:34]

"The back of the Lightning Lane queue is against the rail, not in the garden area."

Jun 05, 2024 [41:04]

"The posted 40-minute wait is accurate for the current crowd level."

Jun 05, 2024 [41:16]

"Wait 10 minutes for the parade to draw crowds away, then come back for a much shorter wait."

Jun 05, 2024 [41:28]

"Now is the time to ride attractions like this, Golden Zephyr, or Jumpin' Jellyfish while the parade is happening."

Jun 05, 2024 [42:06]

"At 5 minutes, it's offensive not to get in this queue, especially when the weather is warm enough to get wet."

Dec 03, 2025 [1:00:39]

"The queue not extending into the office indicates a total discount, and the actual wait time is likely under 30 minutes, even if 30 is posted."

Dec 03, 2025 [1:01:15]

"The geysers make the show; they are the 'laughing place' where everyone freaks out."

Dec 03, 2025 [1:02:43]

"Grizzly River Run is posted at five minutes; you can just walk straight in. Absolutely nobody in the queue, completely wide open. Enjoy yourself, it's not even that cold (65°F)."

Nov 21, 2025 [01:04:54]

"It's so not busy that there aren't even boats in the water; they're not running any rafts right now."

Nov 21, 2025 [01:05:21]

"Now might be the time to get ride-through footage, as it's usually avoided due to not wanting to film strangers in the raft."

Nov 21, 2025 [01:05:47]

"Posted 35 minutes. That's a discount in my opinion. There are no stanchions or ropes to form a queue, which were present two weeks ago. The queue is still getting to the office, so this is not bad. This probably is 35 minutes."

Nov 05, 2025 [1:05:56]

"Guests reported a 12-minute wait and were almost there. They've probably got maybe 5-8 minutes to go, so they're going to get that done in 20 minutes. That's a delight."

Nov 05, 2025 [1:06:47]

"They have finally filled the queue into the ropes on the bridge, indicating a significantly longer wait than usual, possibly the longest in months."

Oct 22, 2025 [01:00:56]

"When Grizzly River Run reopens after a temporary closure, it's a good strategy to get in the standby queue immediately for a bargain wait time, as boats are cycling and the music is up."

Oct 09, 2025 [59:09]

"Grizzly River Run offers a wonderful, immersive, and perfectly themed experience."

Oct 09, 2025 [1:04:09]

"60 minutes standby for Grizzly River Run is the first solid queue seen all day, even on hotter days it was shorter."

Sep 24, 2025 [57:07]

"The queue is in 'the office' (an interior section), which is a breaking point; on a hot day, this section is usually full of guests, as is the case today."

Sep 24, 2025 [57:27]

"The geysers have been off for at least a month, possibly two, which is disappointing after they were previously restored to glorious, cloud-touching heights."

Sep 24, 2025 [58:12]

"There is something difficult about maintaining a proper geyser here."

Sep 24, 2025 [58:52]

"You don't want to hear the guy talking over the loudspeaker like that, it often means a delay."

Sep 24, 2025 [59:32]

"They've lowered the water on the last drop over the years."

Sep 24, 2025 [1:00:02]

"To avoid getting wet from water coming over the side, do not sit in a seat next to a gap in the raft."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:07:16]

"The 'office' section of the queue, which is usually full, is completely empty despite the 87-degree weather."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:07:51]

"Posted wait time is 55 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [43:14]

"The wait time is still posted at 55 minutes an hour later."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:09:16]

"The Lightning Lane queue is healthy."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:09:35]

"The standby queue looks normal and is not using the extended queue ropes."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:09:40]

"The actual wait time is likely less than the posted 55 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:09:57]

"The geysers at the finale are not currently on."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:10:11]

"If the extended switchbacks outside the main queue entrance are empty, it's a good sign the wait is less than what is posted."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:11:06]

"There is a less crowded and lovely path behind the attraction in the Grizzly Peak Recreation Area."

Jul 30, 2025 [1:01:46]

"The observation area at the bottom of the final drop no longer gets a big splash because the water levels are lower than they used to be."

Jul 30, 2025 [1:04:46]

"It's not the drops that get you soaked, but the geysers at the very end of the ride."

Jul 30, 2025 [1:07:06]

"A 40-minute queue on a hot day like this. I would absolutely love to be on Grizzly River Run right now."

Jul 02, 2025 [01:08:05]

"The back of the queue is still within the main entrance area, not using the outdoor switchbacks."

Jun 05, 2025 [58:42]

"The queue is full all the way back into the 'office' section."

Jun 05, 2025 [58:52]

"If you don't want to ride but want to get a little wet, you can stand by the viewing port along the path to get splashed."

Jun 05, 2025 [59:34]

"The extended queues are open. If you see guests in the queue out by the office, you are in for a long wait."

May 21, 2025 [59:22]

"The posted wait time of 35 minutes is likely inaccurate; the 50-minute time seen on the tip board is probably more correct for a queue of this length."

May 21, 2025 [59:36]

"The geysers in the queue area are not always running."

Apr 09, 2025 [54:05]

"The attraction is closed for its seasonal refurbishment and the river has been drained."

Jan 15, 2025 [59:23]

"This ride was a discount earlier in the day but saw waits increase to 55 minutes as the temperature warmed up."

Jan 02, 2025 [1:00:18]

"On a cold day that suddenly warms up, the park may not be ready for the influx of guests, leading to disorganized and long queues."

Jan 02, 2025 [1:00:50]

"On a chilly day, you will find a lot of empty seats on the rafts and the wait will likely be a walk-on."

Dec 19, 2024 [1:08:13]

"The attraction is a walk-on and looks almost closed."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:08:10]

"The queue is completely empty."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:08:48]

"A previous refurbishment to fix the geysers was unsuccessful because they reportedly received the wrong parts."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:09:44]

"The queue experience seems like it should be pleasant due to the cool air from the water and the relaxing sounds of the river."

Oct 24, 2024 [50:19]

"The geysers that spray riders are sometimes not working, even after refurbishments."

Oct 24, 2024 [51:28]

"A very light Lightning Lane is a good sign that the posted wait time is a 'go' situation."

Oct 09, 2024 [57:35]

"The queue is mostly contained within the station's 'office' area, not extending far outside."

Oct 09, 2024 [57:51]

"83 degrees is plenty warm enough to enjoy this ride and you'll be dry in minutes."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:02:12]

"If the queue is empty back to the 'office' area, it's a good time to ride."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:02:56]

"The constant spinning of the circular raft can induce motion sickness."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:04:24]

"Posted wait time is 45 minutes, a popular choice on a hot day."

Sep 09, 2024 [35:09]

"The ride should be filling up rafts, but the wait is now posted at 30 minutes because there aren't enough guests in the park."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:00:39]

"Two weeks ago, all the outdoor switchbacks were full of guests."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:01:09]

"To avoid getting your feet soaked, pick them up and rest them in the little notches in the center of the raft, not the circular steering wheel part."

Aug 30, 2024 [57:37]

"One benefit of the long queue is that it's often windy, has water misters, and is cooler due to trees and natural wood instead of heat-conducting concrete."

Aug 15, 2024 [1:06:36]

"The current 55-minute queue is relatively short for this attraction if it is running."

Jul 17, 2024 [49:43]

"A 45-minute wait time is a good opportunity to ride, especially with no Lightning Lane queue."

Jul 03, 2024 [56:51]

"This is a pleasant queue to wait in, even for 45 minutes, due to its beautiful environment, mist, and sounds."

Jul 03, 2024 [57:50]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very short, with few people using it."

Jun 19, 2024 [43:54]

"The standby queue is very long, utilizing overflow areas that are rarely seen."

Jun 19, 2024 [44:53]

"The long queue offers scenery like a waterfall and mist to help make the wait more enjoyable."

Jun 19, 2024 [45:07]

"This is the most 'bonkers' the queue has been since last summer."

Jun 05, 2024 [44:12]

"The Lightning Lane queue is full of people."

Jun 05, 2024 [44:24]

"The extended queue area is unfamiliar, making it hard to estimate wait times from back there, but it feels like it would take an hour."

Jun 05, 2024 [45:24]

"If there's only one gantry lift (elevator) running, it's pretty much a 'no-go' situation, no matter how dead the park is, because it takes forever to cycle guests."

Dec 03, 2025 [09:27]

"If two gantry lifts are open, it doubles capacity and cuts wait time in half compared to one."

Dec 03, 2025 [09:41]

"When all three gantry lifts are running, it's generally a 'go' situation."

Dec 03, 2025 [10:31]

"Watch how fluid the queue is; if it flows like a river, it's good, meaning bodies are constantly moving and there's not a lot of interference from Lightning Lane."

Dec 03, 2025 [11:17]

"If people are posted, sitting, leaning against stuff, or compressed (close together), it's not good, as it means they're getting hammered by Lightning Lane, and it will take a while."

Dec 03, 2025 [11:37]

"If you see them deconstructing the queue, it's a great sign that it's not as busy as they were expecting it to be, indicating a 'go' situation."

Dec 03, 2025 [12:22]

"Lately, they have been running just two out of three elevators (Alpha and Bravo were open, Charlie was closed) even on rope drop mornings."

Nov 21, 2025 [14:06]

"35 minutes posted wait time is encouraging, especially for noon on a holiday season. There are healthy-ish groups of Lightning Lane guests coming in."

Nov 21, 2025 [14:26]

"There are a lot of open spaces and the queue seems to be moving. It's a go situation, get in that queue."

Nov 21, 2025 [14:50]

"35 minutes posted wait time is a call to action. I would get in that queue and expect it to be longer than 35 minutes."

Nov 05, 2025 [16:02]

"That queue looks full. That is not a 35-minute queue in my opinion. They will open the extended queue soon."

Nov 05, 2025 [17:16]

"I'm going to say no to this in spite of the 35 minutes posted. Personally, I'm going to wait to see that queue go up to 60 or 70 minutes and hope that's a sign for another guest to stay away, then get in after it's been posted for 60 or 70 minutes for a little bit and hope for a discount."

Nov 05, 2025 [18:24]

"That right there is not a good look for standby with Lightning Lane filling up. Standby is going to wait."

Nov 05, 2025 [18:41]

"They need to change that posted wait time; they actually put it down to 30 minutes, which is inaccurate."

Nov 05, 2025 [19:01]

"I would bet that the wait right now (at 65 minutes posted) is no more than 5-10 minutes longer than the wait experienced this morning when it was 30-35 minutes posted. It might even be less because there's not as much influence from Lightning Lane."

Nov 05, 2025 [51:13]

"Doing the opposite of what the posted wait time suggests is huge at Disneyland. If you have confidence, get in the 60-minute queue, not the 35-minute queue, especially for high-demand attractions like this."

Nov 05, 2025 [51:57]

"35 minutes is a call to action for everybody to get in. As long as it stays 30-35 minutes, people will keep getting in that queue because they're blindly following what it says."

Nov 05, 2025 [52:39]

"65 or 70 minutes is a call to action to stay away. Let that marinate for a minute, five or ten minutes, then get in the queue."

Nov 05, 2025 [52:51]

"What you don't want to do is wait too long. If it says 65 minutes and you wait until they drop it to 45 minutes, that becomes another call to action for people to get in. If you do wait until it says 45, you better be in the queue or in the neighborhood exactly when that happens."

Nov 05, 2025 [53:13]

"The current lull in the queue could be due to people holding off and waiting for Monsters After Dark, which starts at 2:00 p.m."

Oct 22, 2025 [11:48]

"The queue for Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! is unusually quiet and sedate."

Oct 22, 2025 [12:20]

"The Lightning Lane queue is full, which hasn't been seen in months, possibly a year. This indicates a very busy period for the attraction."

Oct 09, 2025 [09:07]

"The posted 65-minute wait time is primarily due to the large number of Lightning Lane guests, as the standby queue itself is relatively light."

Oct 09, 2025 [09:54]

"They've been running all three elevators for the past few weeks, expected to continue through the end of the year, possibly with one gantry lift going down in January."

Sep 24, 2025 [9:39]

"45 minutes is pretty good for Mission Breakout as it has the potential to be 55-60 minutes."

Sep 24, 2025 [10:10]

"The back of the queue has lost containment and is in the extended exterior queue, which is not a good sign if they're calling it 45 minutes."

Sep 24, 2025 [10:21]

"You can use two Lightning Lanes here, one for Mission Breakout and one for Monsters After Dark."

Sep 24, 2025 [10:58]

"Lightning Lane is completely empty right now."

Sep 24, 2025 [11:09]

"The standby queue is only using one switchback, which is a fantastic discount for guests."

Sep 10, 2025 [16:55]

"Anytime you see a short standby queue like this, regardless of the Lightning Lane, it is a 'go situation'."

Sep 10, 2025 [17:11]

"The refurbishment of the third elevator (Charlie) is likely delayed until after the Halloween and Christmas seasons to maximize capacity for Monsters After Dark."

Sep 10, 2025 [18:44]

"At 11:50 AM on a Monday, the ride was a walk-on the previous Friday."

Aug 27, 2025 [14:13]

"Posted wait time is 40 minutes, with the standby queue extending outside the main entrance."

Aug 27, 2025 [14:19]

"A 40-minute wait suggests all three gantries are operational."

Aug 27, 2025 [14:32]

"Wait times might be lower in the early afternoon because guests are waiting for the 'Monsters After Dark' overlay, which starts at 3:00 PM."

Aug 27, 2025 [15:01]

"The lower wait time could be due to less action in both Lightning Lane and standby as people save their ride for the overlay."

Aug 27, 2025 [15:20]

"At 12:50 PM, the queue is almost empty, about half full inside."

Aug 27, 2025 [19:40]

"The posted wait time has dropped to 25 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [19:52]

"The low wait time is likely due to the 'Monsters After Dark effect,' as the attraction closes at 2:00 PM for the changeover."

Aug 27, 2025 [20:31]

"The posted wait time is still 25 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [43:31]

"Monsters After Dark still has multi-passes available, with a return time of 5:00 PM for a 2:00 PM booking."

Aug 27, 2025 [43:37]

"A 75-minute posted wait time suggests they are only running two of the three elevators."

Aug 13, 2025 [19:36]

"The queue has extended switchbacks outside the normal queue area, indicating a legitimate 75-minute wait with no discounts."

Aug 13, 2025 [19:42]

"It's suggested to wait for the third elevator (Alpha) to come back online for a better deal than the current 75-minute wait."

Aug 13, 2025 [20:05]

"The current wait time is likely the worst it will get, and it will probably improve later."

Aug 13, 2025 [20:22]

"The wait time has dropped from 75 minutes to 65, confirming the earlier prediction that it wouldn't get worse."

Aug 13, 2025 [45:33]

"All three elevators (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie) are currently operational, yet the standby wait is still posted at 80 minutes."

Jul 30, 2025 [9:03]

"The speaker confirms that guests are being loaded into both the left and right pre-show rooms, indicating both upper and lower levels are in use."

Jul 30, 2025 [10:56]

"If you see the outdoor queue space empty like this, it is a 'go'. Get in this queue right now."

Jul 18, 2025 [11:21]

"The perfect opportunity is when the posted wait time is high, but the queue is getting shorter. This dissuades other guests from getting in line."

Jul 18, 2025 [11:52]

"But they are out here. So, this is a this is a pretty full Mission Breakout experience right now."

Jul 02, 2025 [13:17]

"With 2/3 capacity, if it's posted 65, you're probably going to get all of that. They pretty much tell the truth, I think."

Jul 02, 2025 [13:34]

"The attraction is currently running with two elevators."

Jun 19, 2025 [12:11]

"Seeing guests in the Lightning Lane pen is not a good sign for wait times."

Jun 19, 2025 [12:27]

"A high posted wait time like 100 minutes might deter people, causing the wait to decrease later if you're patient."

Jun 19, 2025 [13:09]

"The standby queue is starting to grow and extend, so the posted 60-minute wait will likely not last long and will increase."

Jun 19, 2025 [14:06]

"A 50-minute posted wait time likely means only two of the three elevators are operational."

Jun 05, 2025 [12:16]

"Avoid the standby line when it extends past the main entrance gate, as this indicates a very long wait."

Jun 05, 2025 [12:40]

"The 'Bravo' elevator is expected to be down for refurbishment for several months, meaning the ride will operate with only two elevators."

Jun 05, 2025 [13:37]

"If the ride is down to only one functioning elevator, standby wait times can quickly jump to 90 minutes."

Jun 05, 2025 [14:06]

"The ride is operating with only two of the three elevator gantries (Alpha and Charlie) due to a scheduled refurbishment on Bravo. This will likely continue for at least another year."

May 21, 2025 [12:05]

"Do not expect to find discounts or short waits, even at rope drop, due to the reduced capacity."

May 21, 2025 [13:11]

"If you see a queue outside in the main courtyard, come back at another time because the wait will be very long with only two elevators running."

May 21, 2025 [14:07]

"The ride is running two elevators, but the wait is still 75 minutes with no Lightning Lane queue, indicating it's very busy."

May 07, 2025 [19:04]

"Only one elevator shaft was observed to be opening, suggesting the ride is down to one lift."

Apr 27, 2025 [6:51]

"Seeing only one elevator shaft working and a long Lightning Lane queue means this is not your day for this ride."

Apr 27, 2025 [7:53]

"If you encounter these conditions, do not get in the queue. It will be an excruciating wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [8:07]

"If you must ride, consider doing everything else first and coming back later to see if the situation has improved."

Apr 27, 2025 [8:14]

"One elevator and a Lightning Lane queue outside the threshold is as bad as it gets."

Apr 27, 2025 [8:34]

"Only two of the three elevators (Alpha and Charlie) are operating, which will affect standby wait times."

Apr 09, 2025 [12:13]

"Even with one elevator down, the queue inside doesn't look too bad."

Apr 09, 2025 [12:49]

"The bonus queue is in use, which is not a good sign for wait times."

Mar 27, 2025 [12:28]

"With one elevator shaft down, a 55-minute wait would have been a fairly nominal and almost bearable situation for this attraction."

Mar 27, 2025 [13:04]

"Two gantries are up (Bravo, Charlie) and one is down (Alpha), resulting in a 50-minute wait."

Feb 27, 2025 [7:50]

"Before getting in line, check the Lightning Lane queue. A large Lightning Lane queue will significantly slow down the standby line."

Feb 27, 2025 [8:59]

"Lightning Lane queues are elastic; they grow and shrink quickly. If you wait for it to clear, standby operations can return to normal."

Feb 27, 2025 [9:17]

"Take a minute to observe the gantries. It takes about 3 minutes to cycle all three elevators."

Feb 27, 2025 [9:31]

"With three gantries working, the wait is typically under 40 minutes."

Feb 27, 2025 [9:55]

"With two gantries working, expect a wait around 60 minutes."

Feb 27, 2025 [9:58]

"With only one gantry working, it's better to find something else to do."

Feb 27, 2025 [10:01]

"A 70-minute wait time with a queue that doesn't look full suggests the ride is operating with reduced capacity (e.g., a gantry is down)."

Feb 12, 2025 [18:53]

"A small-looking queue with a long posted wait time can be a visual clue that the ride is running at reduced capacity."

Feb 12, 2025 [19:04]

"When the ride is down a gantry, the queue moves less often, making for a less enjoyable wait experience."

Feb 12, 2025 [19:28]

"The ride is currently running with only two of the three gantry lifts (Bravo and Charlie are up, Alpha is down), causing longer wait times."

Jan 29, 2025 [12:36]

"To check how many lifts are running, watch the doors from the front for a few minutes. If you only see two of the three doors open within a 3-4 minute cycle, the wait will be longer."

Jan 29, 2025 [13:37]

"If a gantry is down, it's often for the whole day, so if you want to ride, you just have to commit to the longer wait."

Jan 29, 2025 [14:08]

"Posted wait time is 60 minutes, which is to be expected."

Jan 15, 2025 [9:34]

"There is a small lineup for Lightning Lane."

Jan 15, 2025 [9:47]

"The wait time is down to 35 minutes, which is surprisingly low."

Jan 15, 2025 [33:51]

"When the standby queue extends out of the entrance, it's a sign of high volume, but it's primarily standby guests, not Lightning Lane."

Jan 02, 2025 [8:26]

"When the queue is extremely long, they may start sending guests into the garden area."

Jan 02, 2025 [12:13]

"The standby queue is not using any of the uncovered outdoor parts, which indicates a light wait."

Dec 19, 2024 [10:01]

"Check if all three gantries (Alfred, Bravo, and Charlie) are running. It only takes a couple of minutes to check and helps set expectations for the wait."

Dec 19, 2024 [11:00]

"The queue is nearly full, similar to what is seen on much busier days."

Dec 05, 2024 [13:50]

"The attraction appears to be running with one lift down, which would explain the longer queue."

Dec 05, 2024 [15:15]

"The posted wait time is 60 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [12:29]

"The queue is not extending out to the gate, but the covered area in the back looks fullish."

Nov 20, 2024 [12:49]

"The attraction is running only two of the three elevators (Alpha and Charlie are running, Bravo is not), which explains the 60-minute wait despite a smaller queue."

Nov 20, 2024 [13:16]

"A bad sign for wait times is when the Lightning Lane queue is using its extended outdoor portion."

Nov 07, 2024 [10:41]

"When the Lightning Lane queue is long, they can set up stanchions and switchbacks on the sidewalk to manage the overflow."

Nov 07, 2024 [12:47]

"When the ride goes down, they may close the gate, dump the Lightning Lane queue, and issue Multiple Experiences Passes (MEPs)."

Nov 07, 2024 [26:26]

"A 75-minute wait seems inflated when the outdoor Lightning Lane queue is empty."

Oct 24, 2024 [9:24]

"It's possible to check if all three elevator shafts are running by watching the doors from outside. It took about two minutes to confirm."

Oct 24, 2024 [11:47]

"When the Lightning Lane queue is so light they don't have the ropes out, it's a good sign."

Oct 09, 2024 [13:41]

"The rear queue is super light, with a lot of empty chains. Guests should be in the building in 10-15 minutes."

Oct 09, 2024 [13:53]

"When wait times are low across the park, prioritize bigger attractions like this one. A posted 40-minute wait with this short of a queue is a 'go' situation."

Oct 09, 2024 [14:17]

"A 45-minute posted wait time is a bargain for this attraction."

Sep 25, 2024 [12:03]

"A lot of the queue is outdoors, which is a consideration on a hot day."

Sep 09, 2024 [9:46]

"The outdoor portion of the queue looks short, maybe only 5-10 minutes in the sun."

Sep 09, 2024 [10:11]

"A 35-minute wait is a pretty good deal for this attraction."

Sep 09, 2024 [10:16]

"The attraction is temporarily closed to switch over to the 'Monsters After Dark' version."

Sep 09, 2024 [35:21]

"The posted 50-minute wait seems high as the queue is moving swiftly and there is no one in the Lightning Lane."

Aug 30, 2024 [14:45]

"At 3:00 PM, the ride converts to the 'Monsters After Dark' Halloween overlay, which is open to all guests."

Aug 30, 2024 [15:21]

"To experience 'Monsters After Dark' with a shorter wait, try to get in line right at 3:00 PM, as the queue backs up quickly."

Aug 30, 2024 [15:52]

"On a recent rope drop, the wait was 90 minutes because they were only running two of the six ride vehicles."

Aug 15, 2024 [9:08]

"Elevator shaft 'Charlie' is still down, meaning the ride is operating at two-thirds capacity with only two of three elevator shafts running."

Aug 15, 2024 [11:36]

"The queue is completely full, including the emergency queue space."

Jul 31, 2024 [10:09]

"The attraction is still running only two of the three elevators, contributing to longer wait times."

Jul 31, 2024 [10:41]

"The standby queue is already at the back upon entry."

Jul 17, 2024 [11:36]

"The third elevator is still down for repair, which is increasing wait times."

Jul 17, 2024 [12:00]

"Mid-afternoon is probably not the ideal time to ride."

Jul 17, 2024 [12:17]

"The far right elevator is out of commission, resulting in two fewer ride vehicles and longer wait times."

Jul 03, 2024 [12:58]

"The queue will move as long as the Lightning Lane queue remains short."

Jul 03, 2024 [14:07]

"The queue has little shade and may not be pleasant on a hot day."

Jul 03, 2024 [14:14]

"The ride is down one elevator, running only four of the six ride vehicles, which will likely be the case for the next three to four weeks."

Jun 19, 2024 [11:40]

"Due to reduced capacity, it is recommended to ride either very early or very late in the day."

Jun 19, 2024 [12:26]

"The Lightning Lane queue is starting to grow a little bit."

Jun 05, 2024 [11:17]

"The Lightning Lane queue is contained within the primary queue area, which is not a bad sign."

Jun 05, 2024 [11:23]

"The standby queue is only using one switchback before the entrance to the building."

Jun 05, 2024 [11:53]

"The wait time just dropped from 65 to 30 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [12:06]

"The queue is very short, only about a 5-10 minute wait to get into the building."

Jun 05, 2024 [12:45]

"The low 30-minute wait time will likely attract more guests soon, so the wait will go up."

Jun 05, 2024 [13:05]

"The wait time is now up to 60 minutes with a nearly 3-hour return time for Lightning Lane, indicating it will be popular for the rest of the day."

Jun 05, 2024 [29:00]

"This attraction is an exception where even Lightning Lane can have an extended queue due to the pre-show."

Jun 05, 2024 [34:37]

"If you see a car stuck on the track, the ride will be down for at least another hour or more."

Dec 03, 2025 [42:54]

"If you see an extremely long queue due to a breakdown and subsequent emergency rush from Lightning Lane and return passes, you can just say no and come back two hours later."

Dec 03, 2025 [43:48]

"Standby becomes more manageable once the Lightning Lane situation is cleared after a breakdown, but you have to wait a while for that to happen."

Dec 03, 2025 [44:44]

"The queue looks kind of busy, no discount here. It's moving pretty good, but it's all the way down in the bonus section, which means crowds have shown up."

Nov 21, 2025 [47:39]

"They're calling it 35 minutes, which might be accurate, but generally, the posted wait time is 5 or 10 minutes higher than actual. This kind of queue would normally be called 45 or 50 minutes."

Nov 21, 2025 [48:08]

"There's a decent turnout for Lightning Lane, somewhere in the middle compared to other long Lightning Lane queues today."

Nov 21, 2025 [48:40]

"There's no waiting here for single rider. Standby is brisk, with five out of six switchbacks moving. They're not in the bonus section or on the bridge. They're calling it 40 minutes, but it's half that. Get in that queue, it's no big deal."

Nov 05, 2025 [47:11]

"Do not listen to the 40-minute posted wait time, that is false. It's an absolute breeze, a go situation."

Nov 05, 2025 [48:06]

"When you see the 40-minute posted wait time and the queue looks like this, that's the point exactly to get in. Don't wait for it to say 20 minutes."

Nov 05, 2025 [53:53]

"For a 60-minute posted wait, Single Rider might take 30 minutes, likely beating standby."

Oct 09, 2025 [39:18]

"A 'sticky queue' with no gaps between guests means they are standing still a lot, indicating a slow-moving line."

Oct 09, 2025 [39:37]

"A backed-up Lightning Lane queue, extending into the bonus section and past the threshold, is a bad sign for wait times."

Oct 09, 2025 [40:02]

"Even as a Lightning Lane guest, you might want to wait a bit if you have time left on your hour, rather than entering a queue that extends to the frozen treat stand."

Oct 09, 2025 [41:38]

"The Lightning Lane queue for Incredicoaster can be so busy that it can't be reduced quickly, and can even grow longer. The queue can extend beyond the threshold and onto the pier."

Oct 09, 2025 [47:32]

"If it's busy at DCA, and you don't want to buy Lightning Lane, you are in for a stressful day with really bad standby queues for good attractions."

Oct 09, 2025 [48:28]

"It's difficult to find happiness in DCA when it's busy if you don't want to pay extra for Lightning Lane."

Oct 09, 2025 [49:50]

"The threshold for a 35-minute wait is when the queue is in that part of the pier."

Sep 24, 2025 [41:41]

"They are only using half of the risers, meaning it's probably a 15-minute wait, which is a 'go' situation."

Sep 24, 2025 [41:48]

"You can expect 35 minutes from the very back of the queue, going through all the risers."

Sep 24, 2025 [42:16]

"Anytime you see 35 minutes on the board, that's your basis point; if you see the queue halfway up the risers, it's probably 15 minutes."

Sep 24, 2025 [42:22]

"Very happy that Incredicoaster is back after its reverb; the land and park are not the same without its energy and sounds."

Sep 24, 2025 [42:36]

"Standby wait times get worse after a closure, so a short wait indicates it has been running smoothly."

Sep 10, 2025 [47:30]

"The queue is only using half of the switchbacks, which is a 'call to action' to ride."

Sep 10, 2025 [47:53]

"Asking to wait for the front seat added about 2.5 minutes to the wait time."

Sep 10, 2025 [50:16]

"The tip board shows a 60-minute wait, but the queue does not look that long from across the bay."

Aug 27, 2025 [44:19]

"The actual queue is only 10-15 minutes long, not 60 as posted."

Aug 27, 2025 [49:15]

"The tip board still incorrectly shows a 60-minute wait."

Aug 27, 2025 [49:36]

"The posted wait time has been adjusted down to 25 minutes, though the actual wait is likely closer to 15 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [53:22]

"This queue looks way worse than it is. Even when it's down in the bonus section, it can be about a 30-minute wait, especially if Lightning Lane is light."

Jul 18, 2025 [43:18]

"The queue moves well because they load from both sides and can have three or four trains on the track at once, so it always looks worse than it is."

Jul 18, 2025 [45:21]

"No queue or limited queue here for single rider at Incredicoaster. Wow. I mean, they they're in the pen. They're in there and they're in here, but there's nobody out here on the boardwalk."

Jul 02, 2025 [46:58]

"Standby is looking pretty brisk also, there's movement in the queue. It is pretty full, but they're not all the way down there at the bottom."

Jul 02, 2025 [47:14]

"They're calling it 25. You can see up there they're calling it 25, which is about that's a little on the high side, I think. But they're playing it safe. I can make the argument for a 25-minute queue, but these guests are going to get in there in no time whatsoever."

Jul 02, 2025 [47:32]

"You love to see this empty down here. This is always a go. You see anything like this, you're going, going, going, going. Absolutely."

Jul 02, 2025 [47:49]

"And of course, it always pays to check in on Lightning Lane before you get in the queue on any queue. But this is completely empty."

Jul 02, 2025 [47:57]

"The standby queue extends out onto the main pier area."

Jun 05, 2025 [40:00]

"The Lightning Lane queue is extremely long, stretching outside the entrance threshold."

Jun 05, 2025 [40:47]

"The posted wait time was updated from 35 to 40 minutes, but this likely underestimates the actual wait given the queue length."

Jun 05, 2025 [48:25]

"The single rider queue is about a 30-minute wait when the line reaches the sign."

May 07, 2025 [50:48]

"You can't choose your seat in single rider, so if you want the front or back, use the standby queue."

May 07, 2025 [51:26]

"The standby queue competes with Lightning Lane. If Lightning Lane is not busy, the standby line moves very quickly."

May 07, 2025 [52:03]

"The single rider queue doesn't compete with standby or Lightning Lane; it only fills single empty seats, so its speed isn't affected by how busy other queues are."

May 07, 2025 [52:25]

"The standby queue is starting right at the main entrance, which is a very good sign."

Apr 27, 2025 [33:36]

"Standby will likely be faster than the single rider line."

Apr 27, 2025 [33:41]

"The speaker would not get into the single rider line under these conditions."

Apr 27, 2025 [35:03]

"A benefit of the standby line is that you can pick your seat, which you can't do in single rider."

Apr 27, 2025 [35:10]

"A posted 25-minute wait is more like 15 minutes."

Apr 27, 2025 [35:16]

"A 20-minute standby wait is likely when there is no one in the queue on the boardwalk."

Apr 09, 2025 [38:09]

"There's a good shot that the standby queue can match or even beat the single rider wait time."

Apr 09, 2025 [38:58]

"This attraction is the best indicator of how busy the park is. On slow days, the queue is short; on busy days, it extends all the way down the boardwalk."

Apr 09, 2025 [40:57]

"Standby can be quicker than single rider at this attraction."

Apr 09, 2025 [42:53]

"There is a modest queue for single rider, which has been much worse on other days."

Mar 27, 2025 [43:40]

"The posted wait time of 25-30 minutes is not accurate, as the queue extends outside the main entrance."

Mar 27, 2025 [44:41]

"A 30-minute wait would typically mean the queue is in the midpoint of the bonus pen section, not outside the entrance."

Mar 27, 2025 [45:00]

"The Lightning Lane queue is completely empty, making it a definite 'go' situation."

Mar 27, 2025 [45:19]

"Given the empty Lightning Lane, it might be worth getting in the standby line despite the inaccurate posted time."

Mar 27, 2025 [45:38]

"The single rider queue can be very intense and may not offer significant time savings over standby."

Mar 12, 2025 [42:21]

"The queue is not supposed to extend out onto the main pier; when it does, it's a sign of a long wait."

Mar 12, 2025 [42:42]

"When the Lightning Lane queue is backed up down the second ramp, it is not an ideal time to be in the standby line."

Mar 12, 2025 [43:14]

"A sudden reduction in the posted wait time can draw in more crowds, causing the queue to grow rapidly."

Mar 12, 2025 [51:34]

"When the queue breaks containment and extends beyond the ropes, it can cause a lot of confusion for guests trying to find the end of the line."

Mar 12, 2025 [52:09]

"The ride runs very efficiently with three or four vehicles on the track at once, plus one in the station."

Feb 27, 2025 [38:39]

"For a 20-minute wait, the queue should be up by the station, not in the lower bonus section."

Feb 27, 2025 [43:04]

"The queue setup was confusing, with two lines appearing to merge or run in the same direction, making it hard to tell what was happening."

Feb 27, 2025 [43:40]

"A bad single rider queue is when it reaches the Coco sign."

Feb 12, 2025 [52:31]

"Single rider might only save you 5-10 minutes compared to standby."

Feb 12, 2025 [53:37]

"A benefit of the standby queue is the ability to choose your seat, such as the front or back row, which isn't possible with single rider."

Feb 12, 2025 [53:52]

"The single rider queue is not as long as on previous visits."

Jan 29, 2025 [46:10]

"In a previous race, single rider barely beat standby by 5-10 minutes."

Jan 29, 2025 [46:24]

"The posted 40-minute wait is likely inaccurate as the entire lower pen is empty. The wait is probably closer to 30 minutes."

Jan 29, 2025 [46:37]

"This queue is a 'go' situation. The lower pen is empty, and guests are moving."

Jan 29, 2025 [47:42]

"There is no shame in getting out of a queue if it stops moving. You can always try again later as conditions for this ride can change quickly."

Jan 29, 2025 [48:00]

"The posted wait time is 45 minutes, which is higher than usual."

Jan 15, 2025 [34:15]

"The single rider queue is a solid 30-minute wait."

Jan 15, 2025 [38:43]

"Single rider at Incredicoaster is not a bargain because the two-seat-per-row cars mean fewer odd-numbered spaces become available compared to other rides."

Jan 15, 2025 [38:55]

"The standby queue is in the lower extended section, which is not a good sign."

Jan 15, 2025 [40:34]

"The standby line is moving quickly, possibly because the Lightning Lane is not full."

Jan 15, 2025 [40:52]

"The 45-minute standby wait will likely be competitive with the 30-minute single rider wait."

Jan 15, 2025 [41:22]

"The standby queue has slowed down noticeably because the Lightning Lane is now busy."

Jan 15, 2025 [47:40]

"The final wait time for single rider was 33 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [48:58]

"The final wait time for standby was 42 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [49:05]

"Single rider is not affected by Lightning Lane, only by the availability of open seats from odd-numbered parties."

Jan 15, 2025 [49:34]

"The standby queue can extend far out, past the normal entrance, which is a sign of a very long wait."

Jan 02, 2025 [40:43]

"The single rider queue can become incredibly long, so check the end of the line before joining."

Jan 02, 2025 [40:55]

"A visually massive queue that extended far outside the entrance still clocked in at around the posted 70-minute wait time."

Jan 02, 2025 [55:11]

"If the Lightning Lane return time is 'now', it means few people are using it, which bodes well for the standby wait time."

Dec 19, 2024 [41:50]

"If the standby queue is short (e.g., 8-10 minutes), it will likely be much faster than the Single Rider line."

Dec 19, 2024 [46:16]

"The Single Rider wait time doesn't get shorter just because the park is less busy; it only depends on how many single seats are available."

Dec 19, 2024 [48:16]

"If the park is slow and the standby wait is short (e.g., 20 minutes), don't bother with Single Rider."

Dec 19, 2024 [48:32]

"To get a more accurate wait time estimate, watch how long it takes for the queue to move through one switchback before calculating the total time."

Dec 19, 2024 [51:33]

"The queue is extending out onto the boardwalk, past the normal switchbacks."

Nov 20, 2024 [43:14]

"The posted wait time has been bumped from 30 to 40 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [43:55]

"The Lightning Lane queue is empty, which bodes well for the standby wait time."

Nov 20, 2024 [44:26]

"The posted wait has dropped to 35 minutes, and the back of the queue is now near the trash cans on the boardwalk."

Nov 20, 2024 [49:39]

"After 15 minutes, the back of the queue has moved through several sections and is about halfway through the main queue structure, on track to be less than the posted 40 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [49:53]

"When the single rider line is long, you could wait longer in it than in the standby queue. It is not a bargain."

Nov 07, 2024 [51:37]

"You don't want to see switchbacks for the queue set up out on the pier railings."

Nov 07, 2024 [52:10]

"There is no one in the single rider queue."

Oct 09, 2024 [37:48]

"Single rider for this attraction is not very good; you might not save much time compared to standby."

Oct 09, 2024 [38:17]

"In standby, you can request the front or back row, which you can't do in single rider."

Oct 09, 2024 [38:40]

"You want to avoid the queue extending into the lower bullpen area. If it's contained on the upper terrace, you're in good shape."

Oct 09, 2024 [38:59]

"The single rider line is not very efficient for this attraction and often has 40-60 people in it."

Sep 25, 2024 [39:04]

"If you see people leaning against the rails in the Lightning Lane queue, it means standby will be slow."

Sep 25, 2024 [40:27]

"The posted wait time is only 10 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [35:34]

"The queue is a complete walk-on."

Sep 09, 2024 [42:23]

"It took only 2 minutes and 5 seconds to get from the entrance threshold to the loading gates."

Sep 09, 2024 [44:31]

"A 35-minute wait is usually pretty quick for this ride, especially if there's not much Lightning Lane influence, because it loads two vehicles at a time."

Aug 30, 2024 [36:06]

"The single rider queue is medium to long."

Jul 31, 2024 [37:21]

"Ideally, you don't want the single rider queue to extend past the tracks threshold into the outdoor area."

Jul 31, 2024 [37:45]

"The attraction is very efficient for a roller coaster because it has two launch stations, which helps cut down wait times."

Jul 31, 2024 [39:19]

"A standby queue extending outside the main arch is likely longer than a posted 25-minute wait."

Jul 03, 2024 [36:46]

"Evenings can be surprisingly busy, with a wait taking over an hour close to park closing, possibly due to guests wanting to ride during World of Color."

Jul 03, 2024 [37:20]

"If the Lightning Lane queue extends down the ramp and into the main archway, it's best to come back at another time."

Jul 03, 2024 [39:12]

"To ride during World of Color, getting in line around 8:15 p.m. is a good strategy, assuming the queue isn't already long."

Jul 03, 2024 [39:38]

"The single rider queue is a good size but not as bad as it can get; it's considered bad when it reaches the Coco sign."

Jun 19, 2024 [30:41]

"The Lightning Lane queue is backed up onto the ramp, which is a fairly deep queue."

Jun 19, 2024 [32:00]

"There are only 5-10 guests in the Lightning Lane queue."

Jun 05, 2024 [32:37]

"The standby queue does not extend beyond its main entrance."

Jun 05, 2024 [32:49]

"As long as Lightning Lane stays short, the posted 45-minute wait is probably closer to 30 minutes. This is a 'go' if you're okay with a 30-minute wait."

Jun 05, 2024 [33:02]

"This attraction was the scene of horrific queues during a previous ticket deal, with lines extending far out."

Jun 05, 2024 [33:13]

"For Genie+ users: if you see a very long Lightning Lane queue, don't worry. Disney can process those guests quickly, usually within 5-10 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [34:11]

"The ride is closing on January 5th for maintenance, and the 10-minute posted wait time is easy and no big deal."

Dec 03, 2025 [47:26]

"The ride is posted at 20 minutes, and it's a pretty healthy queue for that. It feels like they're under-reporting based on what they usually do; it might be 20 minutes, but it's the kind of queue they would normally call 30."

Nov 21, 2025 [53:28]

"A 15-minute posted wait time for Emotional Whirlwind likely means only two to three rotations, which is about 10 or 12 minutes."

Oct 22, 2025 [48:51]

"If Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind has a wait time of more than 10 or 15 minutes, or if the queue extends into the non-shady bonus areas, it signifies a very busy day."

Oct 09, 2025 [52:05]

"The queue for Emotional Whirlwind is an exposed queue where guests are left in the sun for a large part of it, making a 30-minute wait particularly unpleasant."

Oct 09, 2025 [52:11]

"A 30-minute wait for Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind indicates that DCA has crossed the threshold for what is considered a busy day."

Oct 09, 2025 [52:37]

"There is nobody in the queue; the speaker would be the eighth person in line if they joined."

Sep 10, 2025 [58:30]

"Posted wait time is 15 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [57:02]

"The actual wait is about two ride cycles, approximately 7 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [57:08]

"A good queue for this ride doesn't extend beyond the small section right before the main covered area."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:00:28]

"If the queue extends left into the shrubbery area, it's less recommended due to the mediocre payoff for the wait time."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:00:34]

"The posted 15-minute wait is accurate. Although the line may look long, the ride has high capacity and moves quickly."

Jul 30, 2025 [54:30]

"When those are full like that, you're looking at maybe 10 minutes. Each ramp is basically a rotation. So you're looking at about 10 minutes right there."

Jul 02, 2025 [52:53]

"The posted 20-minute wait was actually a 10-minute, 45-second wait from entering the queue to boarding."

Jun 05, 2025 [46:25]

"The number of guests that can fit on the ride in one rotation fills the queue up to the U-turn at the red pole."

May 21, 2025 [50:50]

"You can estimate your wait time by counting how many groups of guests (the size of one rotation) are in front of you and multiplying by the roughly 4-minute rotation time."

May 21, 2025 [51:03]

"The queue is at its expected limit; it's never seen escaping the threshold."

Apr 27, 2025 [41:27]

"The speaker would not get in this queue as the ride doesn't warrant the wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [41:44]

"A posted 20-minute wait is likely only a 10-minute wait, or less, when the queue is just on the ramp."

Mar 27, 2025 [48:52]

"This attraction can be remarkably efficient; a posted 30-minute wait might actually be only 15-18 minutes."

Mar 12, 2025 [49:14]

"A queue filling only the first section is a standard 15-minute wait."

Feb 27, 2025 [47:19]

"This queue moves quicker than it looks."

Feb 27, 2025 [47:32]

"The posted wait time of 45 minutes seems unjustifiably long for this attraction."

Feb 12, 2025 [59:44]

"The attraction is closed for refurbishment."

Jan 15, 2025 [52:17]

"On a very busy day, this attraction can be a relative bargain with a shorter wait time."

Jan 02, 2025 [49:38]

"This is a 'rotation' type queue. To estimate the wait, count the number of ride cycles you'll have to wait for and multiply by the cycle time."

Dec 19, 2024 [56:23]

"The posted wait time is 20 minutes, which looks accurate."

Nov 20, 2024 [52:34]

"This attraction has had a fairly busy queue on recent trips."

Nov 20, 2024 [52:52]

"This queue moves quicker than you might think, even though there are moments of standing still."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:00:22]

"The attraction is temporarily closed."

Sep 09, 2024 [51:14]

"A queue filling one ramp is about a 10-minute wait."

Jul 03, 2024 [47:40]

"Each ride rotation is about 5 minutes long."

Jul 03, 2024 [47:54]

"The queue extends down the first ramp, which probably equates to about a 7-minute wait from that point."

Jun 19, 2024 [37:20]

"The posted 15-minute queue is actually closer to 10 minutes at worst."

Jun 05, 2024 [37:23]

"You only need to worry about the wait when the queue extends to the outer switchback, but even then it's not a long wait."

Jun 05, 2024 [37:30]

"A 45-minute posted wait time is often a glitch; it should typically be a 5-minute, one-rotation wait."

Dec 03, 2025 [41:08]

"A 45-minute queue would require extending into the street, which is completely unmanageable, indicating the posted time is incorrect."

Dec 03, 2025 [41:43]

"Jumpin' Jellyfish is open, but they appear to be running just one side, which will make the wait time longer, explaining the 20-minute queue. Running at half capacity means the wait will be twice as long as normal."

Nov 21, 2025 [57:26]

"There is nobody in the queue."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:00:45]

"The attraction is running with only one of its two sides operating, which explains the 30-minute wait time."

Mar 27, 2025 [49:29]

"One of the two sets of jellyfish is down, which will double the wait time."

Feb 27, 2025 [48:58]

"It's a no-go when one side is down, but a go when both are operating."

Feb 27, 2025 [49:11]

"The wait is never too long when they are loading both the left and right sides of the attraction."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:05:56]

"Found a discount with a 10-minute posted wait."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:06:29]

"When one of the two towers is closed, the queue will take twice as long."

Aug 30, 2024 [45:12]

"Both sides are running and the queue is super short, making it a virtual walk-on."

Jun 19, 2024 [38:42]

"The queue was previously out the door and using all switchbacks in the back, which is very rare."

Dec 03, 2025 [29:16]

"Luigi's has shut down; it's not a breakdown, they've shuttered it and wrapped it up preemptively because it's supposed to start raining soon."

Nov 21, 2025 [33:21]

"Even if you were to try to rope drop this post breakdown, you'd still have to wait a little bit, but it's still better than 30 minutes."

Nov 05, 2025 [30:06]

"Like Monsters Inc., hanging out for Luigi's is not really worth it. I'm not going to go out of my way to ride Luigi's."

Nov 05, 2025 [30:41]

"Anything outside the initial threshold is considered a busy day for Luigi's; the posted 15-minute wait is likely closer to 20 minutes."

Oct 22, 2025 [26:49]

"A 30-minute wait for Luigi's is incredible and likely an accurate reflection of the actual wait time due to high crowds."

Oct 09, 2025 [27:38]

"Anything outside of the threshold is typically a 'no-go' territory."

Sep 24, 2025 [28:41]

"Even at 20 minutes, it's an easy attraction to hit, but it's beyond the speaker's normal tolerance, though at DCA with few rides, sometimes you just go for it."

Sep 24, 2025 [28:49]

"The queue is beyond average and typical by a fair margin, full to the brim and very tight and compressed, possibly indicating a 30-minute wait instead of 20."

Sep 24, 2025 [29:02]

"Go do something else, then come back and check on Luigi's later, perhaps."

Sep 24, 2025 [44:37]

"There is nobody in the queue; it's a one-rotation wait."

Sep 10, 2025 [40:11]

"Posted wait time is 15 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [36:22]

"The queue is very short, only about two ride cycles long."

Aug 27, 2025 [37:03]

"A 30-minute posted wait is not accurate; the back of the queue is inside the building, suggesting a 20-25 minute actual wait."

Aug 13, 2025 [31:52]

"A 'go' situation for this ride is when the queue is entirely inside the door."

Aug 13, 2025 [32:12]

"The queue is entirely outside, which indicates a short wait. The speaker estimates it's a 12-minute wait, not the posted 20."

Jul 30, 2025 [22:15]

"There's nobody in here. 20 minutes is the door right here. That's 20 minutes. You're in the vehicle in 20 minutes at that door."

Jul 02, 2025 [28:11]

"And 4 minutes and 17 seconds later, we have arrived. We are at the next rotation. So, we'll be in our vehicle in about 6 minutes total."

Jul 02, 2025 [29:04]

"These guests walking in are going to get in the next vehicle. There's no waiting now. Not even 6 minutes. It's a total walk-on."

Jul 02, 2025 [31:01]

"The queue is just outside the door, making the posted 20-minute wait likely closer to 15 minutes."

Jun 05, 2025 [25:54]

"The attraction experienced a temporary closure, but guests were still in the queue, indicating it was expected to reopen soon."

May 21, 2025 [24:29]

"The queue is using part of the switchback, which is a sign of a long wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [19:50]

"The speaker hopes for the queue to be inside the threshold, but it's out with the tires, which is a 'no go' for them."

Apr 27, 2025 [19:56]

"For a family, a 30-minute wait might not be so bad as there is no Lightning Lane."

Apr 27, 2025 [20:09]

"It's a great family ride that kids enjoy."

Apr 27, 2025 [20:30]

"A 30-minute wait time is more likely when the queue is at the door, not extending far outside as it is currently."

Mar 27, 2025 [24:02]

"The queue is rarely seen extending to the entrance threshold."

Mar 12, 2025 [25:50]

"With a 20-minute posted wait, the line was a little further back than hoped, past the entrance door."

Feb 27, 2025 [30:12]

"The wait time is predictable because there is no Lightning Lane. A 20-minute posted wait was actually 22 minutes to the vehicle."

Feb 27, 2025 [30:51]

"If the ride breaks down and cast members are buckling seatbelts on all the vehicles, it will likely be down for a while."

Feb 12, 2025 [34:00]

"The posted wait time was an inaccurate 40 minutes; a cast member changed it to 30 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [22:28]

"The back of the queue is at the door, which is about a 25 to 30-minute wait."

Jan 15, 2025 [23:06]

"The attraction is listed as temporarily closed."

Jan 15, 2025 [34:38]

"The queue for a posted 30-minute wait was just outside the office, suggesting the actual wait is closer to 20 minutes."

Jan 02, 2025 [25:33]

"The queue for this attraction is delightful and a pleasant place to wait."

Jan 02, 2025 [26:06]

"If the attraction has just reopened from a temporary closure, there might be a very short queue before the crowds catch up."

Dec 19, 2024 [26:46]

"The 'office' section of the queue is not being used."

Dec 05, 2024 [29:06]

"The posted wait time is 20 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [31:31]

"The queue is longish, extending out of the main threshold, which is consistent with a 20-minute wait."

Nov 20, 2024 [32:10]

"The back of the queue being at the entrance door is approximately a 30-minute wait."

Nov 07, 2024 [39:27]

"The queue was observed to be only about a 15-minute wait, significantly less than the posted 30 minutes."

Oct 24, 2024 [25:08]

"This attraction is very consistent, making it easy to accurately estimate your wait time based on the number of people in the queue."

Sep 25, 2024 [23:33]

"Posted wait time is 5 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [24:32]

"There are not enough guests in the queue to fill the next ride cycle."

Sep 09, 2024 [25:35]

"A cast member was letting people wait in the shade instead of the pre-load pen, which was considerate."

Sep 09, 2024 [25:47]

"Be careful what you touch; the vehicle surfaces can be very hot."

Sep 09, 2024 [26:40]

"It's hard to estimate the wait time when the queue extends outside. I'll need to do a recon session to figure out how many guests fit in each section to help with estimations."

Aug 30, 2024 [25:51]

"Each ride rotation takes about 5 minutes."

Jul 03, 2024 [24:32]

"A posted 20-minute wait was estimated to be closer to 15 minutes based on the queue length."

Jul 03, 2024 [24:39]

"The queue is not in the extended section, which is a good sign."

Jun 05, 2024 [19:05]

"It's a shame the queue is so short because it's a lovely queue that people don't get to enjoy much anymore."

Jun 05, 2024 [19:24]

"This is the shortest the queue has been in a long time."

Jun 05, 2024 [19:44]

"The queue length suggests about 4 rotations, which is a 15-16 minute wait."

Jun 05, 2024 [20:03]

"This is a 'go'."

Jun 05, 2024 [20:10]

"The wait is down to 10 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [29:41]

"A posted 20-minute wait might actually be less, even if it looks like a lot of people."

Dec 03, 2025 [21:29]

"20 minutes is standard for Mater's Junkyard Jamboree. It's a very normal day."

Nov 21, 2025 [25:49]

"20 minutes posted wait time is double too long. This is a breeze, get in this queue. It's an easy queue to experience. It won't even be 20 minutes."

Nov 05, 2025 [26:16]

"There's no such thing as too long for Mater's Junkyard Jamboree."

Nov 05, 2025 [26:45]

"For attractions like Mater's Jamboree, a 30-minute posted wait time is more like 16 minutes based on four rotations at four minutes per rotation."

Oct 22, 2025 [19:18]

"20-25 minutes is considered a high wait time for Mater's, with the queue using most of the back area, indicating high crowds."

Oct 09, 2025 [22:53]

"They are not using any of the rear switchbacks and are making a left turn, which is a good sign for a 'go' situation."

Sep 24, 2025 [25:12]

"It's easy peasy, as a 'go' situation is always found at Mater's Junkyard Jamboree."

Sep 24, 2025 [25:18]

"It's an underrated ride, put it higher on your list if it isn't already."

Sep 24, 2025 [25:36]

"Mater's will always be available, so you could skip it for now."

Sep 24, 2025 [44:43]

"The queue is completely empty, making it a walk-on."

Sep 10, 2025 [31:03]

"Predicted wait time is 20 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [28:48]

"Posted wait time is 15 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [29:28]

"The queue is very short."

Aug 27, 2025 [29:40]

"Actual wait will likely be half the posted time, around 7-8 minutes, because both sides are running."

Aug 27, 2025 [29:52]

"Actual wait time was 8 minutes for a single rider who was able to fill an empty spot."

Aug 27, 2025 [30:36]

"The attraction is down to one turntable, which will double the usual wait time."

Aug 13, 2025 [28:55]

"When you see only one side operating, you should expect a 30-minute wait instead of 15."

Aug 13, 2025 [29:01]

"This is a 'come back later' situation. Wait for both turntables to be running to save time."

Aug 13, 2025 [29:31]

"Golden Rule: If Mater's is running one side, just wait for it to return to two."

Aug 13, 2025 [29:38]

"The queue looks long as it's full to the entrance, but the posted 10-minute wait is accurate because the inner switchbacks are not being used."

Jul 30, 2025 [21:12]

"5 minutes. That's what you like to see when you come to Mater's junkyard jamboree."

Jul 02, 2025 [23:04]

"It's not even 5 minutes. I've had the clock going for just 35 seconds. They're already sending me... we're at our vehicle in 1 minute. That's a walk on."

Jul 02, 2025 [23:22]

"The ride is running at half capacity with only the left side operating, which will double the wait time."

Jun 19, 2025 [26:10]

"The left side of the attraction has been closed for several weeks for tractor refurbishment."

Jun 05, 2025 [21:15]

"The entire attraction is temporarily closed, but it is expected to reopen later in the day."

Jun 05, 2025 [21:27]

"The ride is running at half capacity with one side closed for maintenance."

May 21, 2025 [21:12]

"With only one side operating, the posted wait time of 20 minutes seems optimistic and the actual wait is likely longer."

May 21, 2025 [21:56]

"A posted 20-minute wait will likely not be that long."

Apr 27, 2025 [16:46]

"The wait is probably closer to 5-15 minutes, with 20 minutes being the absolute maximum."

Apr 27, 2025 [16:51]

"The queue length from the entrance to the vehicle is a reliable 20-minute wait when both sides are running."

Apr 09, 2025 [25:52]

"This attraction processes guests quickly and is fairly efficient, so the actual wait is likely less than the posted time."

Mar 12, 2025 [23:47]

"A 20-minute posted wait with a queue extending outside is considered a strong, busy queue."

Feb 27, 2025 [25:15]

"Don't be afraid of the queue, even if it looks long; it's a go."

Feb 27, 2025 [25:28]

"The queue for this attraction looks more intimidating than it is and moves very fast, often taking only about 15 minutes even when full."

Feb 12, 2025 [26:43]

"The queue is a little further back than normal but it's a standard 20-minute wait when both sides are running."

Jan 29, 2025 [31:42]

"The actual wait time was 14 minutes and 32 seconds from entering the queue to getting on the vehicle."

Jan 29, 2025 [34:52]

"The posted wait time is 20 minutes, with a fairly generous-looking queue."

Jan 15, 2025 [18:31]

"The left side of the attraction is down, which will double the wait time."

Jan 15, 2025 [19:04]

"With only one side operating, the posted 20-minute wait feels too low; it's likely closer to 30 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [19:34]

"The posted wait time has been updated to 35 minutes, reflecting the reduced capacity."

Jan 15, 2025 [24:09]

"The wait time is now 25 minutes, still affected by one side being down."

Jan 15, 2025 [34:45]

"Check if both sides of the attraction are working, as one side being down will double the wait time."

Jan 02, 2025 [20:53]

"If the queue makes a left turn upon entering, it is exceptionally long."

Jan 02, 2025 [21:38]

"A posted 40-minute wait was actually closer to 30 minutes."

Jan 02, 2025 [31:42]

"The queue is not using the switchbacks on the far left, which is where they normally fill up first. This is causing the outer queue to back up."

Dec 19, 2024 [22:04]

"The queue is surprisingly long, possibly the longest seen in six months."

Dec 05, 2024 [25:41]

"The posted wait of 15 minutes seems inaccurate; the queue length suggests it could be a 30-minute wait."

Dec 05, 2024 [26:30]

"The posted wait time is 10 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [22:43]

"The queue extends into the pen, which is not often seen. This suggests a wait longer than a single rotation."

Nov 20, 2024 [23:12]

"After observation, the wait is estimated to be closer to 15 or 20 minutes as the queue has grown since arrival."

Nov 20, 2024 [26:03]

"A 40-minute wait is one of the biggest posted times seen recently. The queue has three full switchbacks."

Nov 07, 2024 [34:23]

"The queue for Mater's is almost always a 'go'; it's rare to see a line that isn't worth joining."

Oct 24, 2024 [22:11]

"When guests make an immediate left turn inside the queue, it's a definite go and will be less than 10 minutes."

Oct 09, 2024 [20:57]

"A 10-minute posted wait time with a quick left turn into the queue is a great opportunity."

Sep 25, 2024 [18:53]

"The queue was completely empty; the speaker was the only person in line."

Sep 09, 2024 [17:38]

"It took about one minute to walk from the entrance of Cars Land to the loading area."

Sep 09, 2024 [18:02]

"One side of the ride platform was completely empty, with all guests loaded onto the other side."

Sep 09, 2024 [20:16]

"If you see that only one side of the attraction is operating, you should probably skip it as the wait time will be doubled."

Aug 15, 2024 [26:42]

"The queue has very few people in it."

Jul 17, 2024 [18:30]

"A posted 5-minute wait time resulted in an actual 8-minute wait."

Jul 03, 2024 [20:00]

"This ride is often overlooked and has very short waits."

Jul 03, 2024 [20:24]

"The wait time is only 10 minutes, and both sides are running."

Jun 19, 2024 [19:00]

"Posted at 10 minutes, it's one of the most consistent attractions at the resort."

Jun 05, 2024 [17:31]

"The queue is almost always the same, so you don't have to worry about long waits."

Jun 05, 2024 [17:37]

"The show is not very good. It's a flat 2D projection, unlike the Magic Kingdom's purpose-built screen."

Nov 21, 2025 [09:49]

"You will never have any trouble getting into the show. Six minutes to show time and only about 40 people are inside, filling about a tenth of the building."

Nov 21, 2025 [10:54]

"This show is not well attended and is worse than Muppet Vision 3D, which it replaced."

Nov 21, 2025 [11:34]

"It's an inexpensive attraction to operate, as it doesn't require a lot of staff or maintenance."

Nov 21, 2025 [11:41]

"This building is staying and will not be torn down for the new Avatar experience."

Sep 10, 2025 [8:00]

"This is a good place to get out of the heat."

Sep 09, 2024 [4:51]

"Even 10 minutes before showtime, there's hardly anyone in the waiting area."

Sep 09, 2024 [5:16]

"The theater filled up with a pretty healthy crowd, likely seeking refuge from the heat."

Sep 09, 2024 [5:36]

"On a warm and busy day, Mickey's PhilharMagic is a wonderful option. You will always catch the next show and won't have to wait long to escape the heat."

Jul 31, 2024 [3:41]

"It's an attraction that is very easy to get into, even on a hot day, and provides a nice break from the heat."

Jul 03, 2024 [11:39]

"There is hardly ever any competition to see the show."

Jul 03, 2024 [12:22]

"The queue was previously full, with planters full of guests, but now it's a walk-on."

Dec 03, 2025 [05:51]

"It's a quiet day in the parks when you can get in queues and go on rides because they are usually busy."

Dec 03, 2025 [06:17]

"When the posted wait time is low (e.g., 10 minutes), people see it as a call to action, and the queue fills up quickly."

Dec 03, 2025 [07:46]

"The wait time is usually 45 minutes, every single week."

Dec 03, 2025 [08:05]

"Once you get in, the queue itself is not bad, which is hopeful, but the standby queue is dreadful, using every single planter to the back."

Nov 21, 2025 [05:48]

"The Lightning Lane queue looks empty-ish but many people are scanning in and will jump into this queue, making it an ominous start."

Nov 21, 2025 [06:34]

"Bad look for standby today. This is consistent with what has been observed on Friday and Sunday, which were bonkers."

Nov 21, 2025 [06:45]

"Even more Lightning Lane guests are coming in."

Nov 21, 2025 [07:09]

"The park should be much less crowded on a rainy day, but it was busy for a rainy day on Friday."

Nov 21, 2025 [07:50]

"Check the queue. It is posted at 45 minutes with a very healthy looking Lightning Lane queue, which suggests a busy afternoon. You do not want to see this as a standby guest."

Nov 05, 2025 [08:08]

"This is a no-go situation. Do not get into this queue. It's a very, very bad looking queue."

Nov 05, 2025 [09:17]

"The quality of Monsters, Inc. does not warrant spending 45 minutes parked in the queue. Try to find better opportunities."

Nov 05, 2025 [09:39]

"It can't get worse than this. If you go, try to find something else, you might find a better opportunity later."

Nov 05, 2025 [09:59]

"The Lightning Lane flow is steady, reminding me of Millennium Falcon where it was always Lightning Lane and nobody in standby, even though the standby queue is full."

Nov 05, 2025 [12:19]

"It's a shame they put Lightning Lane on this attraction."

Nov 05, 2025 [12:37]

"They have really lazy, sloppy, false facades and boring, lazy switchbacks for the queue."

Oct 22, 2025 [07:52]

"At 45 minutes, considering the state of Lightning Lane right now, you're probably closer to 35 minutes wait time."

Oct 09, 2025 [06:44]

"I would probably call a 45-minute wait a 'go' for Monsters Inc., especially if it's a busy day and the actual wait is closer to 35 minutes."

Oct 09, 2025 [06:51]

"The back of the Lightning Lane queue is a bad omen for anybody getting into this queue, it's so many people and it's dense, tightly packed."

Sep 24, 2025 [7:18]

"Part of the Lightning Lane queue density is because they pulse guests in, so you get compression."

Sep 24, 2025 [7:25]

"Standby is using about half the queue, but the 45-minute wait is due to Lightning Lane's popularity."

Sep 24, 2025 [7:38]

"The last three planters are empty in the standby queue, which is good for standby as you're not getting the full experience, but you will wait for Lightning Lane guests."

Sep 24, 2025 [7:51]

"This is still a 'go' because you're probably not getting a lot of breaks today, so pick your poison and look for any discount you can find, like having three planters down."

Sep 24, 2025 [8:11]

"The queue is not using the last planter and a half, which is a discount for this attraction."

Sep 10, 2025 [6:27]

"The posted 30-minute wait time feels like an actual 30 minutes, unlike the usual inflated times."

Sep 10, 2025 [6:48]

"The queue is getting less busy, with three full planters now open. This is a 'go situation'."

Sep 10, 2025 [17:51]

"Posted wait time is 45 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [6:12]

"The Lightning Lane queue is quite lengthy."

Aug 27, 2025 [6:19]

"The standby queue is using most of the available space, down to the last planter."

Aug 27, 2025 [6:28]

"The 45-minute posted wait time seems accurate given the length of the standby and Lightning Lane queues."

Aug 27, 2025 [6:44]

"The standby queue is using four out of the six planters, which suggests the actual wait time is closer to 30 minutes, not the posted 45."

Aug 13, 2025 [05:35]

"On a previous visit when all six planters were used, the wait was about 40 minutes."

Aug 13, 2025 [06:00]

"The speaker speculates that Monsters Inc. is often the last Lightning Lane used by guests at the end of the day, causing a long standby queue."

Jul 30, 2025 [4:17]

"The speaker suggests Disney should remove this attraction from Lightning Lane as a gesture of goodwill before it closes permanently."

Jul 30, 2025 [6:20]

"I have measured this at something like 6 minutes per planter section. So with six planters full, that's about 36 minutes to get to the door."

Jul 18, 2025 [6:48]

"The back two planters are still open, but it's kind of growing. We've seen in the past where when that's the case, when they're not open, these back two, that the queue backs up into this walkway that I'm in right now. But the fact that they are not, the fact that it is not backed up is a pretty good sign for standby."

Jul 02, 2025 [06:23]

"That's not so bad. You can get in this queue and probably be in your vehicle in less than 30 minutes. For me, that's a go situation."

Jul 02, 2025 [06:44]

"It should be standby only because it's not going to exist as a Lightning Lane attraction after that. So, what have you lost? Make it happen. Disney, if you're watching, just throw us a bone, man. Turn it off here. Turn it off."

Jul 02, 2025 [08:18]

"The last two planters in the queue are not being used, but the line is growing, indicating the queue will likely expand."

Jun 19, 2025 [08:14]

"A 30-minute queue is a 'go' situation for this attraction, considering what it can be normally."

Jun 19, 2025 [08:32]

"Most guests in the queue are using Lightning Lane, which can slow down the standby line."

Jun 05, 2025 [03:41]

"The back of the queue is at the halfway point in the planters."

Jun 05, 2025 [04:03]

"The 30-minute posted wait time might be accurate, but the line will move slowly due to the large number of Lightning Lane guests."

Jun 05, 2025 [04:25]

"The queue is a little sloggy. If the last two planters are open and guests are posted without much movement, it could be a long wait."

May 21, 2025 [07:32]

"The queue might look bad initially, but it could be because they haven't opened up all the planter sections yet. Wait a few minutes to see if it improves."

May 07, 2025 [11:07]

"When there's nobody in the Lightning Lane, it's a great time to get in the standby queue."

May 07, 2025 [12:51]

"The standby queue is filling the very last planter, which is not ideal."

Apr 27, 2025 [5:11]

"This is about as bad as the queue gets."

Apr 27, 2025 [5:22]

"The Lightning Lane queue is stretching almost past the threshold."

Apr 27, 2025 [5:36]

"The queue ends right at the chains, which suggests a slower day was expected."

Apr 09, 2025 [7:44]

"Prior research indicates a wait time of 7 minutes per planter."

Apr 09, 2025 [8:17]

"It can be dreadful to watch the queue grow behind you, making it feel like you're going nowhere."

Apr 09, 2025 [9:25]

"The back of the queue is further back than usual, but this section moves quickly."

Apr 09, 2025 [9:40]

"Cast members are actively encouraging guests to use the Buddy Pass, which is similar to a single rider line, to fill back vehicles."

Mar 27, 2025 [8:37]

"The posted wait time of 45 minutes seems considerably higher than the actual wait, as four queue sections are empty, making it likely a 20-25 minute wait."

Mar 27, 2025 [9:00]

"Using the Buddy Pass is excellent work by cast members as it fills empty seats and is good for both single riders and those in the regular standby queue."

Mar 27, 2025 [10:17]

"Seeing Lightning Lane guests sitting on the rails is not a good sign; it suggests a problem with the attraction."

Mar 12, 2025 [5:09]

"A 45-minute wait would typically have the queue extending to the last one or two planters at the rear."

Mar 12, 2025 [5:16]

"If the ride has issues, you can stall by visiting nearby attractions like Mickey's PhilharMagic, Turtle Talk with Crush, or the Animation Academy to see if the situation improves."

Mar 12, 2025 [6:21]

"The queue is not expected to get much worse than 45 minutes unless the ride completely breaks down."

Mar 12, 2025 [7:30]

"When the Lightning Lane queue is bursting at the seams, it's a sign of significant operational issues or delays."

Mar 12, 2025 [8:31]

"This is a pretty reliable attraction."

Feb 27, 2025 [5:31]

"The speaker notes a queue setup in an unusual area, speculating it might be for overflow for Monsters, Inc."

Feb 27, 2025 [5:43]

"When approaching the queue, assume all guests in the Lightning Lane will go before you if you're in standby."

Feb 12, 2025 [13:44]

"After a large batch of Lightning Lane guests are processed, the queue may switch to all standby for a few cycles."

Feb 12, 2025 [14:14]

"The outdoor queue is only using half of its available space, with the last three sections empty, which is a good sign."

Jan 29, 2025 [4:40]

"The ride batches guests, and this time they let in 7 standby guests followed by 43 Lightning Lane guests."

Jan 29, 2025 [5:27]

"Be aware of what's happening in the Lightning Lane queue while you're in standby. A high ratio of Lightning Lane guests to standby guests will significantly slow down your wait."

Jan 29, 2025 [8:10]

"This attraction would be much better served as standby-only, as the queue should consistently be around 20 minutes without Lightning Lane's impact."

Jan 29, 2025 [8:56]

"Posted wait time is 25 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [5:17]

"The queue is about 85% full but guests are not moving, suggesting the ride might be down."

Jan 15, 2025 [5:57]

"The speaker advises against getting in this queue, estimating the wait is closer to 35 or 40 minutes, not the posted 25."

Jan 15, 2025 [7:18]

"The attraction is listed as temporarily closed."

Jan 15, 2025 [34:57]

"The standby queue for a 60-minute posted wait is not using all of its space, suggesting the wait may be shorter."

Jan 02, 2025 [5:39]

"Ask a cast member about the Buddy Pass option for parties of one or two to get into the last seat of the ride vehicles."

Jan 02, 2025 [6:29]

"The queue is using only half its space, which is unusual for the afternoon."

Dec 19, 2024 [4:47]

"This is a fairly brisk moving queue with constantly moving ride vehicles, similar to an omnimover."

Dec 19, 2024 [5:14]

"The queue is using the full outdoor switchback area."

Dec 05, 2024 [6:19]

"There is very little Lightning Lane traffic in the morning, which helps the standby queue move."

Dec 05, 2024 [7:06]

"The posted wait time of 25 minutes was inaccurate; it was closer to 45 minutes."

Dec 05, 2024 [7:19]

"The posted wait time is 45 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [6:27]

"The standby queue is not completely full; the last three planter sections are empty, using about two-thirds of the queue space."

Nov 20, 2024 [7:25]

"The lightning lane queue is very full."

Nov 20, 2024 [7:51]

"When this attraction reopens after a closure with a low wait time, like 10 minutes, a stream of guests will quickly head over."

Nov 07, 2024 [20:31]

"When the attraction reopens with a low wait time, the queue will flood with guests from both standby and Lightning Lane."

Nov 07, 2024 [20:57]

"The queue has multiple planter sections that are opened for overflow."

Nov 07, 2024 [21:50]

"The queue filled completely in about 4 minutes after reopening, with some guests starting to leave upon seeing the length."

Nov 07, 2024 [23:18]

"If you see a 5 or 10 minute posted wait time for an attraction that just reopened, you are likely already too late for that short wait."

Nov 07, 2024 [24:44]

"You must check the back of the queue to verify the actual wait time, as posted times can be misleading, especially after a reopening."

Nov 07, 2024 [25:10]

"The standby queue can extend outside and become very long, causing some guests to turn away."

Oct 24, 2024 [5:32]

"Wondering what the right time to use Lightning Lane for this attraction is, as a return time of an hour and a half in the future seems like something you'd book at the end of the day."

Oct 24, 2024 [6:52]

"A half-hour return time for Lightning Lane is a perfect and timely use of the service."

Oct 24, 2024 [33:49]

"The back of the queue is in the middle of the outdoor section, about two planters down from the end."

Oct 09, 2024 [5:35]

"A 30-minute wait is a bargain for this attraction, even if the actual time is slightly longer."

Oct 09, 2024 [6:13]

"Seeing a posted wait time of 15 minutes is a good sign for a short wait."

Sep 25, 2024 [5:03]

"The queue reaching the second planter is an indicator of a true 15-minute wait."

Sep 25, 2024 [5:38]

"The queue can triple in size quickly due to a rush of Lightning Lane guests."

Sep 25, 2024 [6:52]

"If you see an opportunity for a short wait, you have to take it right away."

Sep 25, 2024 [9:28]

"The attraction is closed, which may be a reason why the Hollywood Backlot area is quieter than usual."

Sep 09, 2024 [4:18]

"The ride has reopened with a 15-minute wait. It's surprisingly short, likely due to the extreme heat."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:05]

"If you see guests queuing in the overflow section past the main entrance, run."

Aug 30, 2024 [06:46]

"If you have Genie Plus, it's better to wait and use your Lightning Lane for this ride later in the day. Focus on other big rides first."

Aug 30, 2024 [08:09]

"The queue is not 45 minutes if they don't have the back sections chained off."

Aug 15, 2024 [7:21]

"The outdoor queue is about 8-10 minutes per planter section."

Aug 15, 2024 [7:32]

"There is an additional 4-5 minutes inside the building once you cross the threshold and mix with Lightning Lane."

Aug 15, 2024 [7:58]

"This is one of the worst queues to be in on a hot day. The archways provide very little shade, and the queue is just boring switchbacks on concrete."

Jul 31, 2024 [5:23]

"The queue is running at about half capacity."

Jul 17, 2024 [6:47]

"One planter section of the queue is about an 8 to 10 minute wait, depending on Lightning Lane."

Jul 17, 2024 [6:52]

"Only half of the exterior queue is being used, with three and a half sections unoccupied."

Jul 03, 2024 [9:18]

"It takes about 10 minutes to get through one of the planter sections in the queue."

Jul 03, 2024 [9:42]

"On a hot day, the outdoor queue might deter guests, potentially affecting wait times."

Jul 03, 2024 [10:04]

"The Lightning Lane queue is currently empty and the standby queue is at half capacity."

Jun 19, 2024 [6:59]

"The posted wait time of 30 minutes is encouraging, but there are a lot of people in the Lightning Lane."

Jun 05, 2024 [4:57]

"The back of the Lightning Lane queue is empty, which is a good sign."

Jun 05, 2024 [5:04]

"The queue looks like it always does, with the last couple switchbacks empty."

Jun 05, 2024 [5:31]

"The posted 30-minute wait seems unlikely; it will probably be longer."

Jun 05, 2024 [5:43]

"It takes about 20-25 minutes just to get to the door of the building."

Jun 05, 2024 [6:03]

"Once you are through the door, it's only 5 minutes to the vehicle, regardless of whether you're in standby or Lightning Lane."

Jun 05, 2024 [6:09]

"The line is very stagnant."

Jun 05, 2024 [6:30]

"Still posted at 30 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [29:56]

"A 45-minute posted wait time can be a 'virtual walk-on,' meaning it's actually only 10-15 minutes for both swinging and non-swinging gondolas."

Dec 03, 2025 [46:34]

"The ride looks pretty busy, but it could be worse. Festival is likely taking some crowds out of the queues."

Nov 21, 2025 [50:32]

"They're calling swinging 20 minutes (good luck, it's more like 30 or 40) and non-swinging 30 minutes (about right). The back of the non-swinging queue is at the corner. This is not a 20-minute queue, it's a 30 or 40-minute queue."

Nov 21, 2025 [50:43]

"The non-swinging gondolas move very slowly because for every one non-swinging, there are two swinging gondolas. You get half as many opportunities to board when on the non-swinging side."

Nov 21, 2025 [51:12]

"When it's busy, it gets very tedious, especially when it takes a few minutes for a full rotation and you're standing there for a while. It's best to pick your battles on non-swinging gondolas."

Nov 21, 2025 [51:56]

"15 minutes posted for non-swinging, 20 minutes for swinging. It looks very 'goable'. This is great at this time of day; the back of the queue is about at the corner, which is absolutely a go. 15 minutes is accurate and great for Pixar Pal-A-Round."

Nov 05, 2025 [56:18]

"A 30-minute wait for Pixar Pal-A-Round on a busy day is not bad, as it's not a Lightning Lane attraction, offering a consistent wait time."

Oct 09, 2025 [51:44]

"Anytime you can get these two ramps clear, you're looking good, especially if the back of the queue is at the exit sign way down there."

Sep 24, 2025 [45:15]

"Anytime you're inside this turn is good; having that, this, and the stretch going up the wall means hardly any wait at all."

Sep 24, 2025 [45:27]

"The app shows a 30-minute wait."

Aug 27, 2025 [55:06]

"The sign at the attraction shows 15 minutes for swinging gondolas and 10 minutes for non-swinging."

Aug 27, 2025 [55:12]

"The swinging queue is very short, about a 15-minute wait."

Aug 27, 2025 [55:32]

"The non-swinging queue is very short, maybe 10 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [55:49]

"This is a 'no-go' if you see the queue extending out onto the main pier boardwalk."

Aug 13, 2025 [59:09]

"The posted 30-minute wait is likely closer to 45 minutes for the swinging gondolas."

Aug 13, 2025 [59:21]

"The non-swinging side has a legitimate 30-minute queue, but it has very little shade."

Aug 13, 2025 [59:36]

"This attraction has a slow-moving queue even without Lightning Lane because it takes a long time to load and unload guests."

Jul 30, 2025 [23:57]

"The queue for the swinging gondolas is up the ramp, which is approximately a 45-minute wait."

Jul 30, 2025 [53:30]

"The non-swinging gondola queue is shorter and is estimated to be about a 30-minute wait, not the posted 45."

Jul 30, 2025 [53:41]

"I can't even see the back of the queue for not swinging. Go. Yes, absolutely. A go. It's around the corner."

Jul 02, 2025 [51:23]

"Anytime you see inside of that, really inside of that corner, absolutely, definitely that's about 15 to 20 minutes from that corner to your ride vehicle."

Jul 02, 2025 [51:32]

"There seems to be a maximum length guests are willing to wait for this attraction; the queue rarely extends beyond the white line on the ground."

Jun 19, 2025 [41:45]

"A 15-minute wait for swinging gondolas is a bargain."

Jun 05, 2025 [45:14]

"The queue for swinging gondolas is on the edge of being a 15-minute wait, possibly closer to 20."

Jun 05, 2025 [45:41]

"The non-swinging side queue is probably closer to a 20 or 25 minute wait, shorter than the posted 30 minutes."

May 21, 2025 [37:06]

"The non-swinging gondola queue is all the way back to the top of the ramp, indicating a long wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [37:41]

"The non-swinging gondola queue rarely extends past the threshold near the tree, as there is a self-regulating limit."

Apr 27, 2025 [37:58]

"The wait for the non-swinging side can be excruciating due to long pauses."

Apr 27, 2025 [38:34]

"If the non-swinging queue is this long, the speaker would do literally anything else to avoid it."

Apr 27, 2025 [39:41]

"The swinging gondola line is not too bad and might be less than its posted 30-minute wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [39:51]

"You get two swinging gondolas for every one non-swinging one."

Apr 27, 2025 [39:57]

"There is a limit to how long guests will wait in a queue, and it's something that is naturally understood without being discussed."

Apr 27, 2025 [40:12]

"The posted 15-minute wait is accurate, but the actual time can vary depending on where you land in the loading cycle."

Apr 09, 2025 [44:15]

"If the queue is at the top of the ramp, it is usually self-regulating and doesn't get much worse, so it's a safe bet to do something else for 15-30 minutes and come back."

Mar 27, 2025 [48:23]

"When the queue for the non-swinging side is at the top of the ramp and threatening to spill into the common area, it is a diabolical wait."

Mar 12, 2025 [47:53]

"If the queue is excessively long, consider doing a shorter ride like Silly Symphony Swings and checking back later to see if the line has improved."

Mar 12, 2025 [48:24]

"A 20-minute wait for non-swinging is on the edge of being too long, especially if it's around the corner."

Feb 27, 2025 [45:43]

"This queue involves a lot of standing still, which can make it feel less fun."

Feb 27, 2025 [46:06]

"Riding the Pixar Pal-A-Round is a good, long diversion to wait out long queues at other attractions like Toy Story Midway Mania."

Feb 12, 2025 [59:08]

"A 20-minute wait for non-swinging is about right, with the queue reaching a specific corner."

Jan 29, 2025 [52:44]

"This is a tricky queue. It can feel like you're standing still for a long time due to the stop-and-go loading process."

Jan 29, 2025 [53:04]

"The posted wait for swinging was 40 minutes, but the actual queue length looks closer to that than the listed 30 minutes."

Jan 29, 2025 [53:36]

"The posted wait time is 30 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [35:09]

"The swinging gondolas have a 45-minute wait."

Jan 15, 2025 [44:36]

"The non-swinging gondolas have a 15-minute wait. The back of the queue is around the corner, which is about a 15-minute wait from that point."

Jan 15, 2025 [44:52]

"It takes twice as long to get on the non-swinging side because for every one non-swinging gondola loaded, two swinging ones are loaded. If queues are equal, choose swinging."

Jan 15, 2025 [45:12]

"The queue for the non-swinging gondolas has doubled in size since the last check."

Jan 15, 2025 [51:33]

"Seeing tape on the ground to manage the queue is a bad sign, indicating very long waits."

Jan 02, 2025 [48:13]

"Waiting an hour for the non-swinging gondolas can be an excruciatingly long experience."

Jan 02, 2025 [48:26]

"There is practically nobody in the swinging gondola line, while the non-swinging line is very long. Choose swinging for a shorter wait."

Dec 19, 2024 [52:10]

"The swinging gondolas have a posted 30-minute wait, but it looks closer to 20."

Nov 20, 2024 [48:15]

"The non-swinging gondolas have a posted 20-minute wait, which seems accurate as the queue is at the corner marker for a 20-minute wait."

Nov 20, 2024 [48:33]

"A 45-minute wait for swinging gondolas is about as good as it gets on a busy day."

Nov 07, 2024 [59:08]

"The non-swinging line has a shorter wait, posted at 30 minutes."

Nov 07, 2024 [59:38]

"The swinging gondola queue can extend outside onto the pier."

Oct 24, 2024 [42:27]

"The non-swinging line can get very 'sloggy' depending on the size of the groups in the queue."

Oct 24, 2024 [43:10]

"The corner before the final switchbacks is about a 25-minute wait."

Oct 09, 2024 [42:55]

"You want the queue to be inside the final set of switchbacks for the shortest wait."

Oct 09, 2024 [43:07]

"The queue reaching the last wall is about a 10-minute wait."

Oct 09, 2024 [43:13]

"A benefit of riding when it's slow is you might get a gondola to yourself."

Oct 09, 2024 [43:33]

"When a nearby popular ride has a long wait, you can get spillover traffic here."

Sep 25, 2024 [48:31]

"The non-swinging gondolas often have a shorter wait than what is posted and a much shorter queue than the swinging ones."

Sep 25, 2024 [49:06]

"The heat has obliterated the queue for this ride."

Sep 09, 2024 [50:04]

"Posted wait is 10 minutes for swinging and 5 for non-swinging, but it looks like a zero-minute wait for non-swinging."

Sep 09, 2024 [50:10]

"There are only two guests in the non-swinging queue."

Sep 09, 2024 [50:16]

"A 10-minute wait for the non-swinging gondolas has the queue ending just past the white pole."

Aug 15, 2024 [49:46]

"A 20-minute wait for the non-swinging gondolas has the queue extending around the corner."

Aug 15, 2024 [49:54]

"The non-swinging gondolas have a much shorter wait time than the swinging ones, making it a great bargain on a busy day."

Jul 31, 2024 [42:45]

"A queue extending to the corner is about a 20-minute wait for the non-swinging gondolas."

Jul 03, 2024 [46:44]

"The queue for the swinging gondolas is only halfway down the ramp, making the wait about 15 minutes, which is lighter than usual."

Jun 19, 2024 [36:39]

"A 30-minute wait is posted for each side (swinging and non-swinging)."

Jun 05, 2024 [36:14]

"The non-swinging line at the corner is about a 20-25 minute wait."

Jun 05, 2024 [36:20]

"There is no Lightning Lane, so wait time estimates are more reliable."

Jun 05, 2024 [36:27]

"The swinging gondola line coming around the corner might be longer than the posted 30 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [36:39]

"The queue for the swinging side is worse than it looks because it has hidden sections."

Jun 05, 2024 [36:46]

"The single rider queue being around the fountain (about 10 minutes or less) is pretty standard."

Dec 03, 2025 [31:01]

"The back of the Lightning Lane queue being manageable is a good sign."

Dec 03, 2025 [31:12]

"If you're dead set on doing standby and find the queue reaching the car service garage (almost to the bottle room), that's a 'go' situation, as you're in good shape with less competition from Lightning Lane."

Dec 03, 2025 [32:14]

"Every guest in the single rider queue helps standby guests, as they fill seats that would otherwise be empty, making the standby experience better."

Dec 03, 2025 [33:06]

"The queue is already long. It could be standby, which would be insane, but it's Lightning Lane."

Nov 21, 2025 [33:51]

"The posted wait time is 125 minutes. It's absolutely a choice to get in this queue right now."

Nov 21, 2025 [34:24]

"You won't even make it to the fountain or the first garage in the standby queue before seeing the Lightning Lane. Standby is screwed."

Nov 21, 2025 [34:41]

"Single rider is the inside lane. People are bouncing from the queue, and you should too, do not get in this queue."

Nov 21, 2025 [35:09]

"It's absurd that for $18 for an individual Lightning Lane, it seems silly not to buy it compared to waiting 125 minutes, but they are squeezing you."

Nov 21, 2025 [36:08]

"The queue would be 45 minutes, maybe an hour tops, if they weren't selling Lightning Lane."

Nov 21, 2025 [37:14]

"As a standby guest, you absolutely do not want to see these Lightning Lanes priced at $10. If you're going to buy, $10 is great, but then you've basically turned this into an e-ticket. If it's $10, don't even have standby at that point, because standby guests will wait 2.5 hours."

Nov 05, 2025 [31:36]

"The single rider queue is about 15 minutes if you get in from the back. That's an absolute bargain. I don't understand why anybody says no to it."

Nov 05, 2025 [32:51]

"Even if you have a group of four or are a couple, I would absolutely use single rider. You'll see your group at the end of the ride."

Nov 05, 2025 [33:17]

"Disney wants you to get in that single rider queue. The cast member confirmed an hour-plus wait for standby and advised getting in Single Rider if that's not your cup of tea. Disney wants you, even as a group, to get in Single Rider."

Nov 05, 2025 [33:56]

"It's unfair to standby guests when Lightning Lane for Radiator Springs Racers is only $10 while standby is 2 hours; it essentially screws standby guests."

Oct 22, 2025 [23:32]

"The 2-hour standby queue will not move because of the high volume of Lightning Lane sales."

Oct 22, 2025 [23:50]

"Unsuspecting guests will get to the front of the standby queue and not move for 45 minutes."

Oct 22, 2025 [24:39]

"Lightning Lane guests for Radiator Springs Racers are waiting 20 minutes because Disney is selling it for only $10, which doesn't make sense for profit or premium experiences."

Oct 22, 2025 [24:59]

"I would rather see Lightning Lane priced at $20 or $30 to give standby guests a break."

Oct 22, 2025 [26:17]

"If you see a 2-hour standby wait, $10 for Lightning Lane is a cheap price and worth it to skip the wait."

Oct 22, 2025 [28:16]

"This attraction and every other attraction would be better off with a free Fastpass for everyone, not just those who pay."

Oct 22, 2025 [28:44]

"The Lightning Lane queue can extend far back, even to Route 66, indicating extreme busyness."

Oct 09, 2025 [28:13]

"Lightning Lane for Racers can cost $22. If you are alone, single rider is an obvious shortcut."

Oct 09, 2025 [29:36]

"Radiator Springs Racers is one of the few attractions at DCA with an enjoyable queue experience."

Oct 09, 2025 [51:17]

"The ride is still closed, but it's almost done; the track is complete, scaffolding is gone, and they are testing vehicles."

Sep 24, 2025 [29:42]

"The waterfall has been off for over a month, but today it's running, adding a beautiful element and sound."

Sep 24, 2025 [30:13]

"The ride is expected to be open on Friday, with a ride-through video to be shared on 'Tours Departing Daily'."

Sep 24, 2025 [30:43]

"Many guests are staying home, waiting for this attraction to come back open on Friday."

Sep 24, 2025 [37:37]

"The attraction is currently closed for refurbishment."

Aug 27, 2025 [37:17]

"Construction walls are up, blocking the view and access."

Aug 27, 2025 [38:29]

"You cannot take a proper photo in front of Ornament Valley due to scaffolding."

Aug 27, 2025 [39:01]

"The refurbishment is expected to last about a month."

Aug 27, 2025 [39:41]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very long, extending almost to the entrance threshold."

Aug 13, 2025 [34:50]

"When the Lightning Lane is this backed up, it's bad for standby guests. Consider single rider instead."

Aug 13, 2025 [35:02]

"The merge ratio is heavily favored towards Lightning Lane, around 8 Lightning Lane guests for every 2 standby."

Aug 13, 2025 [36:14]

"The standby queue for this ride is particularly bad when it's busy, as it becomes compacted and you don't move for long periods."

Aug 13, 2025 [36:39]

"The single rider line is very long, reaching almost to the entrance threshold."

Jul 30, 2025 [26:48]

"The speaker believes the posted 60-minute wait is incorrect and much longer, given the length of both the standby and single rider lines."

Jul 30, 2025 [27:31]

"The speaker observes that people seeing the 60-minute sign created a 'call to action', causing the queue to grow even longer."

Jul 30, 2025 [28:04]

"A tip from the speaker: Never get in the queue for Radiator Springs Racers when the line extends past the main entrance threshold."

Jul 30, 2025 [28:34]

"The speaker's personal limit for getting in the standby queue is when the line reaches the overpass bridges."

Jul 30, 2025 [28:55]

"The speaker notes that this attraction's posted wait time is usually accurate, though they were slow to update it from 60 to 80 minutes during this observation."

Jul 30, 2025 [29:16]

"The back of the standby queue is under the second overpass, which is about an hour wait."

Jul 18, 2025 [30:59]

"The single rider queue from the full point just before the loading station is about a 6-minute wait."

Jul 18, 2025 [32:04]

"It is perfectly permissible for a family or group to use the single rider line; you just have to accept that your group will be separated."

Jul 18, 2025 [34:04]

"Yeah, there it is. This is the back. Yeah, it's it's now it's now under the overpass, but that's the back of the queue right there."

Jul 02, 2025 [32:56]

"You're probably a 5-minute wait right now for maybe 10 for a single rider."

Jul 02, 2025 [33:06]

"Radiator Springs Racers is mostly accurate. The posted wait time is usually within a very reliable 10% 15% plus or minus. So, you know, you might get a small break. It might be 45 minutes instead of 55, but it's not going to be like a 20-minute queue."

Jul 02, 2025 [33:26]

"The posted wait time for this attraction is almost always accurate."

Jun 19, 2025 [29:36]

"To get a shorter wait, get in the queue two hours before the park closes."

Jun 19, 2025 [30:24]

"The posted wait time is 100 minutes."

Jun 05, 2025 [26:36]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very long, extending back to the entrance post."

Jun 05, 2025 [27:08]

"The single rider queue is also long, suggesting a wait of over 30 minutes."

Jun 05, 2025 [27:31]

"Individual Lightning Lane purchases cost $22."

Jun 05, 2025 [29:05]

"A 45-minute future return time for Lightning Lane indicates very high sales of the service."

Jun 05, 2025 [29:13]

"The back of the Single Rider line is quite long, so it is not a discount today."

May 21, 2025 [26:37]

"The single rider queue looks very clear and is a 'go' situation."

May 07, 2025 [39:31]

"A 60-minute standby wait is unusually short for this time of day, especially with no one in the Lightning Lane."

May 07, 2025 [40:09]

"The queue is out in the spare bullpen, which is a visual 'no go'."

Apr 27, 2025 [20:42]

"For single riders, a queue reaching back to the entrance is a very bad sign."

Apr 27, 2025 [20:58]

"The single rider queue is as deep as has been seen in a long time."

Apr 27, 2025 [21:05]

"A single rider queue extending to the threshold is probably a 40-minute wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [21:18]

"If you can see the back of the single rider line, it's probably not going to be a significant time-saver."

Apr 09, 2025 [28:09]

"I've tested the single rider line many times, and from the bridge it's about a 25-30 minute wait."

Apr 09, 2025 [28:50]

"The posted standby wait time of 55 minutes is generally trustworthy and accurate, especially this time of day."

Apr 09, 2025 [28:30]

"Single rider is becoming increasingly popular as a way for guests to avoid long 90-minute to 2-hour waits."

Mar 27, 2025 [25:10]

"The posted wait time is usually in the neighborhood of the actual wait; it's infrequent that they get it completely wrong."

Mar 27, 2025 [26:07]

"If the Lightning Lane is backed up to the entrance, it's a sign to turn around and do something else."

Mar 12, 2025 [27:35]

"The posted wait times for this attraction are usually accurate, with very little variance, so expect to wait the full time."

Mar 12, 2025 [29:03]

"The single rider line is very deep, reaching the second bridge, which could mean a 30-40 minute wait."

Feb 27, 2025 [32:47]

"The wait time is highly dependent on the Lightning Lane queue."

Feb 27, 2025 [33:48]

"If you can see the back of the Lightning Lane queue, it's best to turn around and do something else."

Feb 27, 2025 [34:13]

"Single rider is a popular and effective way to ride this attraction."

Feb 12, 2025 [35:55]

"If you can see the single rider queue, it's not ideal, but it's still better than standby."

Feb 12, 2025 [36:19]

"If the single rider queue extends to the second bridge, expect to wait 30-45 minutes."

Feb 12, 2025 [36:29]

"The middle of the afternoon (around 2:00 PM) is the worst possible time to ride Radiator Springs Racers."

Jan 29, 2025 [36:04]

"The single rider line is also very long at this time, likely a 45-minute wait."

Jan 29, 2025 [36:12]

"For shorter waits, come back later in the day, closer to 8:00 PM or 10:00 PM."

Jan 29, 2025 [36:39]

"The posted standby wait time is 50 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [24:42]

"The single rider queue looks short, making it a good option to test."

Jan 15, 2025 [24:54]

"The single rider line is moving very quickly, with guests being sent straight into the queue."

Jan 15, 2025 [25:54]

"A frequent rider states that the single rider line has been super easy all day."

Jan 15, 2025 [27:03]

"The total wait time for single rider was only 7 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [29:05]

"Be aware of potential delays at the end of the ride; the speaker was stuck for about 10 minutes after the ride finished."

Jan 15, 2025 [29:10]

"The standby wait time is up to 70 minutes; single rider is recommended."

Jan 15, 2025 [35:16]

"The math works perfectly for single rider on this attraction because the six-seat cars often have single empty seats available from even-numbered parties."

Jan 15, 2025 [39:08]

"If you see the Lightning Lane queue backed up significantly outside the entrance, avoid the standby line as it will move extremely slowly."

Jan 02, 2025 [26:52]

"When the standby queue is inside the service station and bottle room, guests will be parked there for a long time as Lightning Lane is prioritized."

Jan 02, 2025 [28:37]

"If you encounter an extremely long Lightning Lane queue due to a recent breakdown, it's best to leave and come back in about an hour when the backlog has cleared."

Jan 02, 2025 [30:24]

"Normally, you should avoid riding at 1:30 PM, but if it's your last chance, a 55-minute wait is not a bad situation."

Dec 19, 2024 [26:29]

"At 11:45 AM, the standby queue is a definite 'go' and much shorter than the posted 65 minutes."

Dec 05, 2024 [30:05]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very short, which is helping the standby line move faster."

Dec 05, 2024 [30:18]

"The posted wait time is 55 minutes, which is a nominal wait for this attraction."

Nov 20, 2024 [32:55]

"The queue is poking out of the threshold but is not using the curled bullpen section to the right."

Nov 20, 2024 [33:08]

"The back of the Single Rider queue is under the second bridge."

Nov 20, 2024 [33:51]

"The Lightning Lane queue is moving quickly past the Single Rider line."

Nov 20, 2024 [34:05]

"It's never a good sign when the standby queue is in the extended bullpen area."

Nov 07, 2024 [40:45]

"When the single rider queue is backed up, you could be looking at a 40-45 minute wait."

Nov 07, 2024 [41:02]

"The Lightning Lane queue for this attraction is very elastic, meaning it grows and shrinks quickly."

Nov 07, 2024 [41:24]

"The queue is not long enough for a posted 80-minute wait, especially with an empty Lightning Lane."

Oct 09, 2024 [25:12]

"Guests will definitely beat the 80-minute posted wait time."

Oct 09, 2024 [25:27]

"It's very rare to get a discount on the actual wait time in the middle of the afternoon for this ride."

Oct 09, 2024 [26:32]

"The actual total time from entering the queue to exiting the ride was 37 minutes, against a posted 80."

Oct 09, 2024 [29:13]

"The single rider queue being back to the second bridge is a very deep queue."

Sep 25, 2024 [24:54]

"For a 45-minute posted wait, expect the queue to be back to the barn area."

Sep 25, 2024 [25:53]

"It's rare to beat the posted wait time here; it's more common for the wait to be longer than posted due to Lightning Lane."

Sep 25, 2024 [26:49]

"Avoid this attraction in the middle of the afternoon. You'll find better wait times at 5 or 6 p.m. on a normal day."

Sep 25, 2024 [27:20]

"For the best wait times, ride at 9 or 10 p.m. when the park is closing."

Sep 25, 2024 [28:34]

"The posted wait time is 35 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [28:14]

"The queue is only in the 'bottle room,' the last indoor section before the loading ramps."

Sep 09, 2024 [28:53]

"The actual wait time is estimated to be only 10-15 minutes, much shorter than the posted 35."

Sep 09, 2024 [29:14]

"The queue is getting even shorter, now starting at the bottom of the final ramp."

Sep 09, 2024 [29:57]

"Guests who purchased individual Lightning Lane will only save about 5 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [31:06]

"The posted wait time has been adjusted down to 20 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:14]

"Hearing about the short wait time for Radiator Springs Racers served as a 'call to action' for a family to head to the ride."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:06:19]

"The middle of the afternoon is not the best time to ride. Try to get here around 3 or 4 PM instead."

Aug 30, 2024 [28:00]

"If you have no other choice but to ride during peak times, use the Single Rider queue."

Aug 30, 2024 [28:07]

"The worst time to ride is between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, as it's the busiest time of day."

Aug 15, 2024 [30:24]

"If the back of the Lightning Lane queue reaches the second bridge, it is not an ideal time to wait."

Aug 15, 2024 [31:14]

"The posted wait time is usually accurate, especially in the middle of the day. You are unlikely to save a significant amount of time."

Aug 15, 2024 [31:38]

"The best chance for a shorter-than-posted wait is at the end of the night, after 4:00 or 5:00 PM."

Aug 15, 2024 [32:02]

"The queue is using all of the extended queue space."

Jul 31, 2024 [26:26]

"You can see the back of the Lightning Lane queue from the entrance, and the standby queue is in the bullpen area."

Jul 31, 2024 [26:52]

"Do not ride between the hours of 12 PM and 4 PM, as it's a terrible time to get in the queue."

Jul 31, 2024 [27:17]

"Come back in 3 hours from the peak afternoon time, and the wait will not be worse, but it will likely be better."

Jul 31, 2024 [27:59]

"During a breakdown, they often leave people in the queue; they don't dump it unless they know it will be closed for a while."

Jul 17, 2024 [22:08]

"If the ride breaks down, check to see if people are still in the queue. If so, you'll still have them to compete with when it reopens."

Jul 17, 2024 [22:26]

"After a breakdown, Lightning Lane guests will return to cash in their passes as soon as the attraction reopens."

Jul 17, 2024 [22:41]

"If the ride has been down for a long time (e.g., 45 minutes) and the queue has been emptied, it's a very bad sign and will likely be down for a while."

Jul 17, 2024 [22:54]

"Avoid getting in the standby line when the Lightning Lane queue is long."

Jul 03, 2024 [26:24]

"Ride Luigi's and Mater's first, then get in the standby queue for Racers after the Lightning Lane has cleared out."

Jul 03, 2024 [26:42]

"To predict the winner, watch the cars come around the turn. The car that is behind at that point will get a burst of speed and win the race."

Jul 03, 2024 [27:51]

"A 'return time now' for Individual Lightning Lane might indicate they are selling them without restriction, leading to a very long Lightning Lane queue."

Jul 03, 2024 [33:26]

"The standby queue is extended far out and the Lightning Lane is also backed up, suggesting the posted 60-minute wait might actually be closer to 90 minutes."

Jun 19, 2024 [23:42]

"The single rider queue is one of the longest seen in a while."

Jun 05, 2024 [20:54]

"The single rider option is highly recommended."

Jun 05, 2024 [20:59]

"The current single rider wait is about 30-40 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [21:06]

"The Lightning Lane queue is long, stretching past the fountain."

Jun 05, 2024 [21:18]

"The back of the standby queue is in a location that makes the 60-minute posted time seem accurate, if not longer."

Jun 05, 2024 [21:35]

"It's a dicey proposition because you never know what will happen with the Lightning Lane queue."

Jun 05, 2024 [21:47]

"It is more likely that the wait will be 60 minutes or more, rather than less."

Jun 05, 2024 [22:06]

"The wait time is up to 70 minutes, as predicted."

Jun 05, 2024 [30:17]

"Cast Members sometimes sponsor 'Poo Sticks' races with rubber ducks, which is a fun, small thing to do."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:04:18]

"The zipline is not functioning."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:07:26]

"The area is described as 'dead as disco,' very empty."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:08:10]

"A call to action to utilize these spaces to show Disney they are valued."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:08:51]

"The attraction is closed for the installation of Villains Grove for the Oogie Boogie Bash event."

Jul 30, 2025 [1:00:27]

"This is an excellent spot to let kids get their wiggles out and run around."

Jul 30, 2025 [1:08:55]

"This is a great place to spend 20-30 minutes to escape long queues elsewhere."

Jan 02, 2025 [59:43]

"The Hoot and Holler slide is not very fast; kids may get stopped halfway and have to push themselves the rest of the way down."

Dec 19, 2024 [1:06:53]

"Merchandise carts have been placed inside the trail, which detracts from the serene atmosphere."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:07:45]

"You should spend 10-15 minutes walking through here for a relaxing break."

Sep 25, 2024 [58:40]

"This is one of the most underrated and underappreciated attractions in the resort, and anyone can enjoy it."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:01:37]

"If you are more than halfway up the stairs, you will only have to wait maybe 10 minutes."

Dec 03, 2025 [47:56]

"The ride is dead, absolutely dead. The back of the queue is way up there, not even a full rotation, just half. You're on the next boat if you go through the threshold and up the steps."

Nov 21, 2025 [53:49]

"There has never been a ride on this attraction where regret wasn't felt, wondering 'why am I doing this?'"

Nov 21, 2025 [55:25]

"When the queue is down the stairs and creeping inside the threshold, it could be a 15-minute wait, even if posted at 10 minutes."

Oct 22, 2025 [49:08]

"The queue is a walk-on; you will be on the very next set of swings."

Sep 10, 2025 [59:10]

"The queue is about two ride cycles long, resulting in a wait of 10 minutes or less."

Aug 27, 2025 [58:09]

"The queue is down the stairs, suggesting a 15-minute wait over three or four ride cycles."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:01:15]

"If the entire queue is upstairs, you'll get on the next ride cycle."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:03:43]

"The next ride cycle can accommodate everyone upstairs and about halfway down the stairs."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:03:56]

"The queue is very short with guests only on the top platform, making it a 5-minute wait, which is accurate."

Jul 30, 2025 [54:56]

"There's two guests right here. These are the only guests in the queue. They're going in the next rotation. There's two guests in the next rotation pen. And that's actually the same group. There's four guests total."

Jul 02, 2025 [58:41]

"A 10-minute posted wait is accurate, with the queue downstairs representing about two or three ride cycles."

Jun 05, 2025 [53:57]

"The attraction is a walk-on. If you see no guests up top or on the stairs, just go."

May 21, 2025 [51:32]

"A 5-minute posted wait means it's a two-rotation wait. The people on the upper level will go next, and those on the ground level will be on the following ride."

Apr 09, 2025 [46:11]

"Seeing guests in the corner overflow area of the queue is a bad sign."

Mar 12, 2025 [53:16]

"The queue is less than a full rotation of guests, making it a walk-on attraction."

Feb 27, 2025 [48:03]

"A 20-minute wait is likely if the queue has three rotations worth of guests."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:01:05]

"One rotation is upstairs, the second is down the stairs, and the third starts out on the main walkway."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:01:12]

"If the queue is halfway up the stairs, it's about a two-rotation wait."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:01:56]

"A full ride cycle is about 5.5 minutes from launch to launch."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:02:27]

"A 10-minute wait is likely two full ride rotations, with the queue extending to the bottom of the stairs."

Jan 29, 2025 [54:48]

"The attraction is closed, likely due to wind."

Jan 15, 2025 [35:28]

"Confirmed that the ride is closed due to wind. The test is if the empty swings hit each other during a cycle."

Jan 15, 2025 [52:28]

"On a very busy day, a 10-minute posted wait for this ride is a good discount."

Jan 02, 2025 [50:07]

"To estimate the wait for a rotation-based ride, see how many groups are in the queue and how many ride cycles it will take to get them all on."

Dec 19, 2024 [56:54]

"This is a single rotation attraction right now."

Nov 20, 2024 [53:24]

"The posted wait time is 10 minutes, up from 5, but there are only about 10 guests in the queue."

Nov 20, 2024 [53:30]

"The back of the queue at the top of the steps is about a 10-minute wait, or two ride rotations."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:02:08]

"Guests at the top of the queue will make it on the current ride cycle; anyone below that will be on the next one."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:02:30]

"When the queue extends down the stairs, it's a sign that the attraction is busy."

Oct 24, 2024 [44:53]

"The queue is practically empty, with guests able to walk right on."

Oct 09, 2024 [46:54]

"The attraction is listed as closed."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:25]

"There were only two guests on the entire ride for one cycle."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:46]

"The ride has likely just reopened, which explains the low number of guests on the last cycle. It is now a walk-on."

Sep 09, 2024 [51:50]

"A 15-minute wait is probably correct as it equates to about two ride rotations. Each rotation takes 5-7 minutes due to loading and safety checks."

Aug 30, 2024 [43:07]

"If the queue extends down the stairs, the wait is not 10 minutes."

Aug 15, 2024 [53:43]

"A queue down the stairs is at least three ride cycles, which is about 15-20 minutes."

Aug 15, 2024 [53:49]

"The back of the queue is on the stairs, which is about a two-rotation wait."

Jul 17, 2024 [39:51]

"There are no guests in the lower queue area; the line is just a bit up the stairs, making for an easy 15-minute wait."

Jun 19, 2024 [38:23]

"The queue is at the bottom of the stairs, which means about two rotations and a wait of 15 minutes or less."

Jun 05, 2024 [38:32]

"The queue looks pretty healthy, going all the way to the end of the building and coming back. It had a decent wait, like 40-45 minutes on the tip board."

Nov 21, 2025 [01:06:45]

"If there's any kind of Lightning Lane, it's going to be an hour wait. The posted wait time is 50 minutes, which will likely be the full 50 minutes."

Nov 21, 2025 [01:07:09]

"I'm not a fan of Soarin' or screen-based attractions where I just sit there and watch a movie."

Oct 22, 2025 [04:44]

"I'm hoping they give the Soarin' Across America update full treatment and high quality, not just a cheap skin."

Oct 22, 2025 [05:23]

"I'm really hoping they give this the full treatment and then we get a really fun uh Americabased attraction."

Oct 22, 2025 [05:05]

"If Lightning Lane has a queue with ropes set up, it means it's a tough day for Soarin', and a 55-minute posted wait will likely be a tough, long, standing-still wait for standby guests."

Oct 09, 2025 [1:04:56]

"With a posted 20 minutes, guests are going in, making a U-turn, and heading right in, which is loose and not even a true 20 minutes for this section."

Sep 24, 2025 [1:00:17]

"It's unbelievable how quickly guests are moving, almost straight into the door; it's so unexpected, especially since it's not a slow day."

Sep 24, 2025 [1:00:28]

"This is a 'get out of the heat' ride."

Sep 24, 2025 [1:00:46]

"The posted 65-minute wait with a short queue indicates a theater is likely down."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:10:41]

"If a wait time seems illogical for the queue length, it means the ride is running at reduced capacity. Go do something else and check the tip board later, as the wait will drop significantly when it's fixed."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:10:58]

"The posted wait time is a modest 30 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [45:16]

"The extended outdoor queue is not in use."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:11:27]

"The posted wait time is 45 minutes, which seems accurate for the indoor queue length."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:11:39]

"The Lightning Lane queue is empty."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:11:51]

"The queue is described as robust and very long, looking like at least an hour wait."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:12:57]

"The misters in the outdoor queue are not on, which is a major downside on a hot day."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:13:22]

"A 40-minute posted wait is very minimal for this attraction, with only two or three switchbacks before you are inside."

Jul 30, 2025 [1:09:06]

"The attraction is operating with only one theater, so even with a short queue, you're going to stand there and not move while they're playing a movie every 15 minutes or so."

Jul 18, 2025 [1:12:22]

"They're running at half capacity right now. One screen only. All these guests are all going to the same screen. So that tiny little queue right there doesn't look like much. Is 60 minutes, which is a discount still considering it could be much, much worse."

Jul 02, 2025 [01:12:08]

"It'll be very difficult to find a standby wait time of less than an hour on this attraction until they're done, which is going to be sometime in the middle of July, I think."

Jul 02, 2025 [01:12:51]

"The attraction is running at half capacity with only one theater open, causing consistently long wait times of 100 minutes or more."

Jun 19, 2025 [01:01:44]

"The refurbishment is to fix the warped perspective of the Eiffel Tower by using a wider-angle shot."

Jun 19, 2025 [01:02:07]

"The half-capacity operation creates more urgency for guests to use Lightning Lane, making that queue longer than usual as well."

Jun 19, 2025 [01:03:23]

"An 80-minute wait time with a very short physical queue indicates that the attraction is only operating with one of its two screens."

Jun 05, 2025 [01:03:01]

"If you jump in the queue right after the ride reopens from a breakdown, you might face a worse wait than normal because you are competing with both standby and a rush of Lightning Lane guests."

May 21, 2025 [01:02:31]

"When the queue is long but there's no Lightning Lane line, it probably means they are only running one screen."

May 07, 2025 [1:06:51]

"If you sit on the left or right of center, the Eiffel Tower appears curved."

May 07, 2025 [1:07:15]

"If you see the queue extending to the outdoor spot, you're looking at a wait time of at least 60 minutes."

Mar 27, 2025 [54:30]

"If you see the Lightning Lane queue has switchbacks outside, it's best to find something else to do for a while."

Mar 27, 2025 [55:01]

"When the queue is in the extended part and wrapping around the corner, it's going to be a very long wait."

Mar 12, 2025 [58:37]

"The normal indoor queue already feels long, so waiting in the extended outdoor space first makes it feel even longer."

Mar 12, 2025 [59:03]

"A 45-minute wait with the queue in the outdoor section is a no-go for the speaker."

Feb 27, 2025 [1:00:13]

"The queue can feel like it takes forever, possibly due to having only two theaters and an arduous loading process."

Feb 27, 2025 [1:01:05]

"The posted wait time jumped from 40 minutes to 65 minutes. The queue is full and extends into the switchbacks outside."

Jan 29, 2025 [1:00:56]

"The Lightning Lane queue is also very long, stretching far back towards Smokejumpers Grill, which is another reason to avoid the standby line right now."

Jan 29, 2025 [1:01:42]

"The wait time is a light 35 minutes, especially considering four other attractions are closed."

Jan 15, 2025 [35:41]

"The standby wait is 30 minutes with a nominal crowd."

Jan 15, 2025 [1:00:49]

"The queue extends into the extra area, so the wait might be slightly more than the posted 30 minutes, but it's still a discount."

Jan 15, 2025 [1:01:03]

"When the queue extends back towards the 'Judge Doom' area, the posted 65-minute wait time will be accurate, if not longer."

Jan 02, 2025 [1:02:35]

"It's a difficult queue to estimate because you can't see the interior portion or know if both theaters are running."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:14:28]

"A low posted wait time of 20 minutes can act as a 'call to action,' causing the queue to fill up very quickly."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:15:14]

"The posted wait time directly creates demand; a 20-minute post will draw a large crowd."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:17:39]

"The wait time was an incredibly low 35 minutes on the tip board."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:10:41]

"The entire queue is visible and very short, with no one in Lightning Lane."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:10:53]

"The posted time is 40 minutes, which would only make sense if they are running just one theater."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:11:05]

"Guests in the current queue should be in the building in 5-7 minutes, making the total wait much less than the posted 40 minutes if both theaters are running."

Nov 20, 2024 [1:11:22]

"A 25-minute wait is usually when the queue is in the front half of the indoor section. If it extends to the back half, it will be longer."

Oct 09, 2024 [59:10]

"If you see the queue wrapping around the building, it is not a 'go' situation."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:04:56]

"The ideal queue for a pleasant wait should be contained within the inside portion of the building."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:05:20]

"This attraction is a slow loader, so even without Lightning Lane guests, a long physical queue can be a real 60-minute wait."

Sep 25, 2024 [1:06:07]

"The posted wait time is 15 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:54]

"The standby queue has misters, but they are unnecessary today as there is nobody in the queue."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:03:31]

"There is not a single person in the standby queue."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:03:45]

"Guests are using Lightning Lane even though the standby queue is completely empty."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:04:10]

"The wait time was raised from 25 to 50 minutes because one of the theaters is down."

Sep 09, 2024 [1:04:18]

"With the standby queue not using the second half and no one in the Lightning Lane, the 30-minute posted wait time is a 'go'."

Aug 30, 2024 [59:15]

"You never want to see the queue extending outside along the side of the building; it's bad news."

Aug 15, 2024 [1:07:54]

"The queue sometimes has misters, which is rare for attractions at the resort."

Aug 15, 2024 [1:08:40]

"If the wait time is very high (e.g., 120 minutes) and then drops significantly (e.g., to 50 minutes), it was likely due to one of the theaters being temporarily down."

Jul 31, 2024 [58:07]

"If you see the queue for Soarin' running back along the Grizzly Trail, it's not a good sign for wait times."

Jul 17, 2024 [50:00]

"If the wait time suddenly doubles (e.g., 45 to 90 minutes), it likely means a theater went down. If it halves, a theater came back online."

Jul 17, 2024 [51:39]

"Wait times can drop dramatically during parades."

Jul 03, 2024 [59:02]

"A queue with only 50-100 people that doesn't extend to the other side of the building corresponds to about a 35-minute wait."

Jul 03, 2024 [59:40]

"A 45-minute wait is considered a good time to get in the queue for this attraction."

Jun 19, 2024 [46:46]

"The wait time is up to 80 minutes, but the Lightning Lane return time is 'now', which means the queue is almost entirely standby."

Jun 05, 2024 [30:36]

"The Lightning Lane guests have started to show up."

Jun 05, 2024 [46:47]

"You don't want to see any Lightning Lane queue here because it's an 'uphill battle' for standby."

Jun 05, 2024 [46:53]

"The wait time has dropped from 80 to 45 minutes, meaning the high wait time served as a 'call to action' for people to stay away."

Jun 05, 2024 [47:11]

"The current queue is a 'nogo'."

Jun 05, 2024 [47:24]

"When the standby queue looks terrible, it might not be as bad as it seems; a previous test resulted in a 30-35 minute wait."

Apr 27, 2025 [50:18]

"Ideally, you want to be in the first section of the queue and avoid the back half or the corner."

Apr 27, 2025 [50:24]

"During the Food and Wine Festival, the attraction is Soarin' Over California and the queue is typically nominal."

Apr 09, 2025 [55:22]

"Not worth going into Sorcerer's Workshop, there's practically nothing worth staying in there."

Nov 21, 2025 [09:13]

"The Sorcerer's Workshop is not as good as it used to be since Beast's Library and Ursula's Grotto have been closed."

Aug 13, 2025 [10:18]

"Sorcerer's Workshop is still open, but you can't go into the Beast's Library section."

Oct 09, 2024 [10:32]

"This attraction is being added as a 'gift' because there was more space than anticipated in the Avengers Campus expansion."

Sep 10, 2025 [15:52]

"You'll save time if they're not putting guests in the small switchback area."

Dec 03, 2025 [54:23]

"Do not expect the park to be dead on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or Christmas Eve; expect it to be packed."

Dec 03, 2025 [54:36]

"A decent sized line for the Anna and Elsa meet and greet, they seem to be in a holding pattern, which is why the queue is growing."

Nov 21, 2025 [08:46]

"The queue usually moves pretty quickly, but they are all sitting, waiting for the next rotation."

Nov 21, 2025 [09:05]

"They are calling Little Mermaid a 30-minute wait. I get why they're doing that; it's a little busier than average, but it's still not 30 minutes. The queue has to be out the threshold to get to the 30-minute standby."

Nov 05, 2025 [1:04:25]

"A 40-minute posted wait for The Little Mermaid is incorrect; the queue is loose with big gaps, likely making it 20-25 minutes at most."

Oct 22, 2025 [54:24]

"83 degrees out is hot enough to get a good queue here, exceeding what's been seen in mostly exposed outdoor queues at DCA."

Sep 24, 2025 [47:59]

"No matter the posted wait time, do a little 'Q science' to compare posted vs. actual times and contribute to the Fresh Baked Presents app."

Sep 24, 2025 [48:15]

"Expect to be at the clamshell in 10 minutes or less."

Sep 24, 2025 [49:04]

"No guests in Lightning Lane, and they are sending in a steady stream of standby guests."

Sep 24, 2025 [49:11]

"The back of the queue is defined as where people stop; if you haven't stopped moving, that's good."

Sep 24, 2025 [49:19]

"After 3 minutes in the queue and a U-turn, expect to be at the door in less than that."

Sep 24, 2025 [49:38]

"It's common to be stopped right at the limit line for a brief moment to let in Lightning Lane guests."

Sep 24, 2025 [50:12]

"The average actual wait time of 8.8 minutes almost exactly agrees with a 9-minute actual wait, meaning it's a typical queue."

Sep 24, 2025 [52:50]

"The back of the queue is visible, indicating a short wait for this air-conditioned attraction on a hot day."

Sep 10, 2025 [1:01:46]

"Posted wait time is 35 minutes, which is unusually long for this ride, likely due to the heat."

Aug 27, 2025 [44:39]

"The queue looks busy, with guests in the switchback area."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:01:41]

"The queue appears long and is moving slowly, but may not be a true 35-minute wait."

Aug 27, 2025 [1:02:01]

"The queue is described as 'beefy', likely due to the hot weather as people seek air conditioning."

Aug 13, 2025 [44:37]

"This queue has very little interaction with Lightning Lane, so the line is mostly standby."

Aug 13, 2025 [45:00]

"When the queue extends into the 'under the sea' section with the coral-like structures, the wait is much longer than usual."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:07:11]

"The outdoor queue is not being used, making this a virtual walk-on with a 5-minute actual wait."

Jul 30, 2025 [58:12]

"The speaker believes Lightning Lane was added to this attraction simply to make the standby line longer, not to sell more passes."

Jul 30, 2025 [59:06]

"You don't need it at Pirates and you don't need it here either. You absolutely don't."

Jul 02, 2025 [59:40]

"This ride is so efficient. It's so amazing. It's like, you know, the Omni Mover style. It's just so good at what it does that it can defeat Lightning Lane easily."

Jul 02, 2025 [59:52]

"Lightning Lane here is no big deal. It's here, but you don't need it. Not Not even in the least. Not even a little bit."

Jul 02, 2025 [01:00:36]

"A 45-minute posted wait would mean the queue extends down the ramps into the 'under the sea' section."

Jun 19, 2025 [54:14]

"A queue that is just coming out of the entrance and right back in is likely a 15-minute wait or less."

Jun 19, 2025 [54:26]

"The queue is extended into the bonus queue area, as it is absorbing guests from all the other closed attractions."

May 21, 2025 [53:56]

"This is considered an 'emergency ride' to go on when many other attractions are down."

May 21, 2025 [54:12]

"A posted 25-minute wait is likely inaccurate; it's probably a walk-on."

Apr 27, 2025 [26:31]

"If you can make a U-turn right after entering and not use the back part of the queue, you're in good shape."

Apr 27, 2025 [28:40]

"This attraction benefits from Food & Wine festival crowds, as people ride it while lingering in the area."

Apr 09, 2025 [51:28]

"It's the perfect ride to fill in the gaps in your day."

Apr 09, 2025 [51:46]

"Even when the queue extends outside, it only adds another 3-4 minutes to the wait."

Mar 12, 2025 [55:52]

"Similar to Pirates of the Caribbean, there is no queue for this attraction that should be feared, regardless of the high posted wait time."

Mar 12, 2025 [56:20]

"The queue is backed up, but there is still more queue space that hasn't been opened yet."

Feb 27, 2025 [52:13]

"This is a go-to attraction if you're ever stuck and don't know what to do, as it's almost never a 'no'."

Feb 27, 2025 [52:38]

"The two switchbacks outside the main entrance only add a couple of minutes to the wait."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:08:26]

"The majority of the extra wait time is in the 'under the sea' portion of the queue inside."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:08:38]

"In the current queue configuration, guests in both standby and Lightning Lane enter the same way, which can cause confusion when the lines split."

Feb 12, 2025 [1:10:11]

"The overflow queue is empty, which is normal. It's only used when things get really crazy."

Jan 29, 2025 [58:37]

"A 45-minute wait for this attraction seems impossible, as it's very efficient. Even with long queues during the holidays, the wait wasn't 45 minutes."

Jan 29, 2025 [58:50]

"The attraction has a 15-minute wait time."

Jan 15, 2025 [34:33]

"The queue is not long today, which is unusual as it has had 25-30 minute waits recently."

Jan 15, 2025 [55:29]

"Even when the queue looks very long, it's still a relative bargain compared to other attractions because it moves quickly."

Jan 02, 2025 [59:27]

"The queue is completely jammed, which is unusual for this high-capacity attraction."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:05:27]

"Despite the park being quiet overall, this attraction has a 20-25 minute wait."

Dec 05, 2024 [1:06:12]

"The attraction may need a formal, extended queue system on the ground with stanchions due to its popularity."

Nov 07, 2024 [1:08:32]

"The queue can extend into the bonus spillover area, indicating a very busy time for the attraction."

Oct 24, 2024 [46:15]

"This is one of the most efficient queues in the resort; even when it looks long, the wait is likely less than the posted 30 minutes."

Oct 24, 2024 [47:26]

"This ride is not heavily affected by Lightning Lane; the merge has a minimal impact on the standby wait."

Oct 09, 2024 [54:08]

"A queue that Disney defines as 20 minutes is more like a 10-minute wait, especially if the Lightning Lane is empty."

Sep 25, 2024 [57:10]

"People don't use Lightning Lane very often for this attraction, so even long-looking queues move quickly."

Sep 25, 2024 [57:52]

"The 15-minute wait is longer than Incredicoaster's because the ride is indoors with air conditioning, making it more popular on a hot day."

Sep 09, 2024 [35:45]

"The queue is very short, essentially a walk-on despite the posted 15-minute wait."

Sep 09, 2024 [37:17]

"The air conditioning can be felt coming out of the building from the queue entrance."

Sep 09, 2024 [37:35]

"The ride temporarily stopped, causing the loading area to back up with guests."

Sep 09, 2024 [38:35]

"After the breakdown, guests in the queue are not leaving, likely because they want to stay in the air-conditioned building."

Sep 09, 2024 [40:12]

"Call to action for viewers: If you get Lightning Lane, what percentage of you actually use it for The Little Mermaid?"

Aug 30, 2024 [47:07]

"The Lightning Lane queue could be cleared in 5-10 minutes, which would significantly reduce the standby wait time."

Aug 30, 2024 [48:36]

"It's unusual to see the standby queue using the extended overflow area instead of the peninsula."

Aug 15, 2024 [56:14]

"There is no queue to be afraid of at this attraction. Even if you see a scary 45-minute posted wait, give it 5 minutes and it will be much shorter."

Jul 31, 2024 [48:44]

"The attraction appears to have just reopened after a closure, resulting in a temporary queue forming in the breezeway."

Jul 17, 2024 [43:50]

"Lightning Lane has no significant impact on the standby wait time."

Jun 19, 2024 [41:20]

"It takes about a 20-minute standby wait for Genie+ users to even consider using their Lightning Lane for this attraction."

Jun 19, 2024 [42:22]

"If this attraction were open, now would be the time to ride it during the parade."

Jun 05, 2024 [41:41]

"The ride has just reopened and has a 5-minute wait, making it a walk-on."

Jun 05, 2024 [43:31]

"It's unclear why anyone would need Lightning Lane when there is no standby line."

Jun 05, 2024 [43:38]

"A very short standby queue with a long posted wait time (e.g., 70 minutes) can happen if the Lightning Lane is extremely full, causing the short standby group to wait for all those Lightning Lane users."

Dec 03, 2025 [45:29]

"Mr. Potato Head is still having trouble revealing himself; he's been offline for a month or two, briefly revealed himself then was gone."

Nov 21, 2025 [49:12]

"Standby does not look good, they're calling it 40 minutes, which is your best-case scenario considering where the back of the queue is. It could get worse."

Nov 21, 2025 [49:40]

"There is no Lightning Lane, so you'll see a steady flow of traffic. 40 minutes is surprising; this kind of queue would usually be posted at 45, 50, or even 60 minutes."

Nov 21, 2025 [49:58]

"They're calling that a 40-minute wait time, and the queue looks pretty good. Just this one stretch will take about 5 minutes out here, 16 minutes inside, and another 5 minutes to the vehicle, totaling 26 minutes, provided Lightning Lane interference is light. This is absolutely a go situation."

Nov 05, 2025 [54:58]

"A 65-minute wait for Toy Story Midway Mania is significantly impacted by a backed-up Lightning Lane queue, causing standby guests to wait for many Lightning Lane guests to go first."

Oct 09, 2025 [42:52]

"Even with a 3:1 Lightning Lane to standby guest ratio, which is better than the usual 5:1 or 6:1 during impacted times, the standby queue will still move at a decent clip."

Oct 09, 2025 [46:59]

"What's seen outside the queue, that little group of guests, is maybe 5 minutes, plus 16 minutes inside, 21, four or five more to the house, putting it at about 25 minutes, which is a 'go' situation."

Sep 24, 2025 [43:37]

"Definitely go unless Lightning Lane is full and spilling out into the common area, but that's not the case here."

Sep 24, 2025 [43:55]

"If I was at DCA right now, I would absolutely get into this queue."

Sep 24, 2025 [44:19]

"The queue has just one switchback before the covered area."

Sep 10, 2025 [53:49]

"Park science tip: Once you reach the door of the covered part of the queue, it's just over 22 minutes to the ride vehicle."

Sep 10, 2025 [54:11]

"Posted wait time is 55 minutes, with a Lightning Lane return time of just under 2 hours."

Aug 27, 2025 [45:26]

"The posted wait is 60 minutes on the sign near the attraction."

Aug 27, 2025 [52:27]

"The actual queue is very short, suggesting an actual wait time of 16-19 minutes, 25 minutes at most."

Aug 27, 2025 [52:34]

"The posted wait time at the entrance is 40 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [52:48]

"The Lightning Lane queue is extremely long, using switchbacks outside the main entrance."

Aug 13, 2025 [54:31]

"The standby queue is also deep. Guests in this line will wait a long time due to the Lightning Lane priority."

Aug 13, 2025 [55:05]

"The observed merge ratio was nearly 10 Lightning Lane guests to 1 standby guest."

Aug 13, 2025 [57:55]

"A strategy for this ride is to try riding it during the World of Color show when lines might be shorter."

Aug 13, 2025 [01:14:13]

"That is an absolute go situation. Fresh baked. If there's any doubt in your mind, that is a go. Absolutely."

Jul 02, 2025 [49:22]

"Anything like that you see inside that first chain, go, just do it. This is a total discount right now. It's not 45 minutes."

Jul 02, 2025 [49:35]

"I want to say it's it's about 15 to 20 minutes inside the covered area. That's maybe five or six minutes out here. Another five or 6 minutes to the vehicle after you mix. So, you're looking at 30 minutes probably right here."

Jul 02, 2025 [49:44]

"A posted 30-minute wait is a 'call to action' and will attract many guests, causing the wait to increase quickly."

Jun 19, 2025 [34:55]

"Seeing an abnormally low wait time often means it's already too late, and the queue will be much longer by the time you arrive."

Jun 19, 2025 [38:52]

"To get a shorter wait, wait for the posted time to get very high (e.g., 75 minutes) to deter others, then get in line when you visually see the queue has become shorter while the posted time is still high."

Jun 19, 2025 [39:41]

"When the posted wait time drops (e.g., from 65 to 45 minutes), that is the moment to get in line before it fills up again."

Jun 19, 2025 [46:21]

"The standby queue is very healthy and long."

Jun 05, 2025 [42:27]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very long, with multiple switchbacks full."

Jun 05, 2025 [42:38]

"A 35-minute posted wait time is likely an underestimate; the actual wait is probably closer to an hour."

Jun 05, 2025 [42:55]

"Do the opposite: when the wait time is posted high (e.g., 45 mins) but the queue is empty, it's the best time to ride. Avoid it when the time drops, as crowds will rush in."

Jun 05, 2025 [49:56]

"For the 70th anniversary, some targets have been changed to be worth 700 or 7,000 points."

May 21, 2025 [36:25]

"The exterior standby queue is nearly empty."

Apr 27, 2025 [35:52]

"There is a very healthy Lightning Lane queue with two to three switchbacks full."

Apr 27, 2025 [35:58]

"The posted wait time of 55 minutes is due to the long Lightning Lane, which slows down the standby line significantly."

Apr 27, 2025 [36:11]

"The posted 75-minute wait time seems accurate as the standby queue is about to burst its boundaries."

Mar 27, 2025 [46:03]

"The Lightning Lane queue is also very long, with about 60 people, so standby will move slowly."

Mar 27, 2025 [46:26]

"It's a bad day when the queue fills the first outdoor pen area."

Mar 12, 2025 [44:35]

"Look for a high posted wait time with a visibly shorter standby queue; this indicates the park is trying to deter guests, which will eventually shorten the line."

Mar 12, 2025 [50:34]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very long."

Feb 27, 2025 [45:06]

"A 45-minute posted wait with a beefy queue is accurate."

Feb 27, 2025 [45:14]

"You can play the boardwalk games to pass the time while waiting for the queue to shorten, but they are expensive at $5 per game."

Feb 12, 2025 [56:54]

"The posted 45-minute wait seems a little light for the size of the standby queue, especially when compared to the developing Lightning Lane queue."

Jan 29, 2025 [49:23]

"The attraction batches Lightning Lane guests. If the Lightning Lane queue is full, the standby line will move very slowly."

Jan 29, 2025 [49:55]

"Master the ability to tell a good queue from a bad queue by observing the Lightning Lane impact."

Jan 29, 2025 [52:01]

"The wait time is a relatively light 45 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [35:53]

"The posted wait time has increased to 50 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [43:13]

"There is no activity in the Lightning Lane; the queue is pure standby."

Jan 15, 2025 [43:19]

"The speaker estimates the visible outdoor and covered sections of the queue represent about a 35-minute wait."

Jan 15, 2025 [43:51]

"A large number of Lightning Lane guests are now being sent through, which is likely causing a long wait for standby guests in the interior queue."

Jan 15, 2025 [50:23]

"The posted wait time has now been increased to 65 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [50:51]

"A posted 100-minute queue did not look that long and was likely shorter."

Jan 02, 2025 [45:18]

"The posted wait time can keep guests away, creating an opportunity for a shorter actual wait. When the Lightning Lane queue is clear, it's a good time to get in the standby line."

Jan 02, 2025 [56:28]

"A posted 100-minute wait was actually closer to 60 minutes."

Jan 02, 2025 [57:20]

"You can get a good view of the queue from the side of the attraction to do some recon before getting in line."

Dec 19, 2024 [50:10]

"The standby wait time is heavily affected by how active the Lightning Lane is. To estimate the wait, time one switchback; a recent timing was about 4 minutes."

Dec 19, 2024 [50:46]

"A time test showed the actual wait was 24 minutes, significantly less than the posted 45 minutes, due to very low Lightning Lane volume."

Dec 05, 2024 [42:19]

"The entire ride experience is themed as a child playing with the Midway Mania game set in their room."

Dec 05, 2024 [49:51]

"The lack of Lightning Lane guests is what saves about 10 minutes from the expected wait time in the interior queue."

Dec 05, 2024 [53:09]

"Mr. Potato Head appears to be offline for maintenance."

Nov 20, 2024 [45:24]

"The posted wait time is 45 minutes, down from 60 minutes just 15 minutes prior."

Nov 20, 2024 [45:34]

"There is no one in the Lightning Lane queue."

Nov 20, 2024 [45:41]

"The visible queue is estimated to be about a 25-minute wait, as long as Lightning Lane remains empty."

Nov 20, 2024 [45:54]

"The indoor portion with four switchbacks is about a 20-minute wait."

Nov 20, 2024 [46:06]

"If Lightning Lane is empty, the actual wait will be less than the posted time. If it's impacted, the wait will be longer."

Nov 20, 2024 [46:33]

"The posted wait time was just knocked down to 40 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [47:19]

"The outside portion of the queue has doubled in size, approaching the posted 40-minute wait."

Nov 20, 2024 [49:21]

"The outdoor portion of the standby queue can hold more people than the indoor portion."

Nov 07, 2024 [56:19]

"The extended outdoor queue might look bad, but if the Lightning Lane is empty, the actual wait is likely shorter than posted."

Oct 24, 2024 [40:42]

"An empty Lightning Lane queue means the standby wait is not as bad as it appears."

Oct 24, 2024 [41:01]

"As long as the Lightning Lane queue remains empty, you can expect the actual wait to be less than the posted time."

Oct 24, 2024 [41:30]

"Even with a deep standby queue, the wait might not be too bad if the Lightning Lane is empty."

Oct 09, 2024 [40:38]

"To beat an excess of Lightning Lane guests, wait for them to clear out before getting in the standby line. Go do something else for 15-20 minutes."

Sep 25, 2024 [47:22]

"The trick is to get in the standby line when the posted time is high (like 95 minutes) but after enough time has passed that the actual wait is shorter because few people have joined the queue."

Sep 25, 2024 [47:52]

"The posted wait time is an incredible 25 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:54]

"The wait time is a surprising 45 minutes; the ride is indoors but the queue only has fans, not air conditioning."

Sep 09, 2024 [48:42]

"The queue looks like it is the full 45-minute wait."

Sep 09, 2024 [49:01]

"There is a small indoor portion of the queue, but most of Pixar Pier is exposed to the elements."

Sep 09, 2024 [49:35]

"General rule: If an attraction is eligible for Lightning Lane and that queue is empty, your wait will likely be less than the posted time."

Aug 30, 2024 [39:50]

"If the Lightning Lane queue is empty, the actual standby wait will be less than the posted time."

Aug 15, 2024 [48:43]

"The back of the standby queue is outside the main building."

Jul 31, 2024 [39:44]

"The Lightning Lane queue has a switchback, which is not a good sign for wait times."

Jul 31, 2024 [40:15]

"A posted 30-minute wait time resulted in a 15-minute wait to the mix point and a 20-minute total wait to the vehicle."

Jul 03, 2024 [41:04]

"Always check the back of the standby queue and the length of the Lightning Lane to verify the posted wait time."

Jul 03, 2024 [43:54]

"To improve your score while filming, grip the handle and camera in the same hand so they track together, freeing your other hand to pull the trigger."

Jul 03, 2024 [46:16]

"When the attraction reopens after a closure, it's typically a breeze to get on for the first 15-20 minutes."

Jun 19, 2024 [34:14]

"The 45-minute posted wait seems consistent with the look of the standby queue."

Jun 05, 2024 [34:50]

"The standby queue is long for this ride, but it's not using the overflow switchbacks."

Jun 05, 2024 [35:02]

"The wait is only 45 minutes because there is currently no Lightning Lane line."

Jun 05, 2024 [35:10]

"The wait will not be 45 minutes as long as the Lightning Lane remains empty."

Jun 05, 2024 [35:16]

"The queue mixes with Lightning Lane inside. Once you get to the mix point, it's a 5-minute wait to the vehicle."

Jun 05, 2024 [35:32]

"When evaluating a queue, you should only consider the length from the back of the line to the 'mix point' where standby and Lightning Lane merge."

Jun 05, 2024 [36:02]

"Only a few people waiting, but it could be that a new show just started."

Nov 21, 2025 [09:26]

"It's a good time to see the show because people don't realize the building is still open while other parts are closed, so it's easy to get a seat."

May 07, 2025 [9:02]

"The theater for Turtle Talk with Crush will probably not be a full house, making it a modest crowd."

Oct 09, 2024 [9:18]

"Don't sleep on Turtle Talk with Crush, especially if you have kids."

Oct 09, 2024 [10:21]

"Today is a great day to see this show, implying very low waits."

Sep 09, 2024 [6:11]

"The theater is full, with people still coming in, as it's a good place to escape the heat."

Sep 09, 2024 [7:21]

"Sometimes you have to wait for the next show, which could be a 15 or 20 minute wait."

Jul 17, 2024 [4:31]

"Turtle Talk with Crush is closing on August 5th."

Jul 03, 2024 [5:06]

"The show was a full house, indicating its popularity as a way to escape the heat."

Jul 03, 2024 [5:44]

"They don't have the blue bullpen open, which usually adds 10-15 minutes to the wait."

Dec 03, 2025 [17:11]

"The back of the queue is very short, maybe 10-15 minutes to the door."

Dec 03, 2025 [17:22]

"The pre-show with Peter and the time to get to the vehicle usually takes 7-8 minutes."

Dec 03, 2025 [17:35]

"The show begins with Peter's presentation."

Dec 03, 2025 [17:59]

"A good sign of a quick-moving queue is when there is a lot of space between guests, as human instinct to inch forward and close gaps doesn't happen when the queue moves well."

Dec 03, 2025 [18:18]

"Many guests are flowing in, stretching out the queue. The posted wait time quickly changed from 20 minutes to 40 minutes."

Nov 21, 2025 [18:37]

"20 minutes is an absolute call to action for Web Slingers; you don't get a better deal than that. If you're just getting there for 20 minutes, you are considerably too late as it is definitely 40, probably closer to 60 minutes."

Nov 21, 2025 [18:55]

"They have filled in all the current queue, but this section could probably be substituted into the blue bullpen, which is currently empty, so it's not as bad as it looks."

Nov 21, 2025 [19:12]

"If both the current queue and the bullpen were full, you'd be looking at easily an hour. The queue isn't moving particularly well."

Nov 21, 2025 [19:25]

"The queue was brutal during a rope drop last week, lasting over an hour, leading to giving up. If you don't catch it at the right time, you're looking at a stressful 45 minutes or more."

Nov 21, 2025 [19:33]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very long, with 40 or 50 people. Standby guests will have to wait for all these people, who could fill up two-thirds of the room."

Nov 21, 2025 [20:19]

"The posted wait time is now 40 minutes and could go up to 60. They are flowing in and will fill up the queue in a minute."

Nov 21, 2025 [20:48]

"They will have to open up the blue bullpen."

Nov 21, 2025 [21:01]

"The shop had much potential but the spider-bots and web shooters are not popular. The web shooters are dumb and a cash grab."

Nov 21, 2025 [21:15]

"They have ditched the idea of filling shelves with different kinds of web shooters; it's now mostly Spider-Man merch and spider-bots."

Nov 21, 2025 [21:48]

"It's offensive that guests have to pay to buy gear to make them better at a ride."

Nov 21, 2025 [23:27]

"The problem is that they want to make it like a live video game, but it's not. A simple dark ride would be preferred."

Nov 21, 2025 [23:59]

"The 40-minute posted wait time is incorrect; the exterior bullpen is empty, and the blue bullpen is only half full, making it closer to 25 minutes."

Oct 22, 2025 [16:11]

"A cast member created a magic moment by offering immediate entry to some guests, which is cool to see still happens."

Oct 22, 2025 [16:44]

"Lightning Lane has a pretty good-sized group today, more so than in past months."

Oct 22, 2025 [17:09]

"If you're in the blue bullpen for Web Slingers with a 45-minute posted wait, you might want to find something else to do, as it's likely a longer wait."

Oct 09, 2025 [17:53]

"The blue bullpen adds about 10 minutes to the wait, plus another 5-7 minutes outside, and 15-20 minutes inside, easily making it a 40-minute wait without even considering Lightning Lane impacts."

Oct 09, 2025 [18:04]

"The post-Spider-Man show crowd significantly impacts the Web Slingers queue, creating a large flow of guests directly to the ride."

Oct 09, 2025 [18:29]

"The queue fills up quickly, and cast members may need to adjust chains to manage the growing line that starts backing up around the brick wall."

Oct 09, 2025 [19:10]

"A 75-minute wait for Web Slingers is a 'no-go' decision, indicating it's too long, possibly due to fewer vehicles operating."

Oct 09, 2025 [19:39]

"Disney was constricted and tried to use an existing show building to put this attraction in."

Sep 24, 2025 [21:36]

"With a 30-minute posted wait time, the queue is completely empty outside, one of the quieter queues ever seen."

Sep 24, 2025 [21:50]

"The extended queue (blue bullpen) is chained off, so guests are not in there, making it an absolute 'go' situation."

Sep 24, 2025 [22:19]

"The queue is not even fully compressed; guests are flowing freely, making it the 'goest' seen for Web Slingers ever, especially for a day that's not supposed to be slow."

Sep 24, 2025 [22:26]

"There are only five guests in Lightning Lane right now, contrary to expectations of a heavy Lightning Lane day."

Sep 24, 2025 [22:44]

"The queue is just now starting to fill up, likely because the 25-minute posted time is a 'call to action' for guests to get in line."

Sep 10, 2025 [24:07]

"A 25-minute wait time is a call to action to get in the queue, especially with an empty Lightning Lane."

Sep 10, 2025 [24:45]

"A key tip for hacking queues is to look at the density; if there are gaps and people are moving, it's a good sign to get in line."

Sep 10, 2025 [25:26]

"The posted wait time is 35 minutes."

Aug 27, 2025 [27:05]

"The queue looks normal and extends back to the brick wall and into the blue bullpen area."

Aug 27, 2025 [27:11]

"There is very little action in the Lightning Lane queue."

Aug 27, 2025 [27:40]

"Posted wait time has increased to 50 minutes, with a Lightning Lane return time of over an hour."

Aug 27, 2025 [45:32]

"With a 45-minute posted wait, the queue is already using part of the outdoor bullpen area."

Aug 13, 2025 [25:22]

"The blue bullpen is in use, and there is no movement in the queue, which is not a good sign."

Aug 13, 2025 [25:40]

"Seeing guests in both bullpens is a 'no-go' situation. The actual wait is likely longer than the posted 45 minutes."

Aug 13, 2025 [26:18]

"The Lightning Lane has a backup, which adds to the standby wait time."

Aug 13, 2025 [26:25]

"The wait time has increased to 60 minutes, as predicted earlier when it was posted at 45."

Aug 13, 2025 [47:41]

"The posted 40-minute wait is likely inaccurate and longer, as guests are being directed into the blue section of the queue."

Jul 30, 2025 [14:52]

"The speaker notes this is a good attraction to observe 'park science' because they often let large groups from Lightning Lane in, followed by only a small number from standby."

Jul 30, 2025 [15:35]

"If you see guests turning right into the blue bullpen area, that adds about 10-15 minutes to the wait."

Jul 18, 2025 [21:37]

"If the blue bullpen is half full, it adds about 5-7 minutes to the wait."

Jul 18, 2025 [21:56]

"This pen is empty, but the blue pen in the back is full. And as we've often discussed, it is often the case where one is full and the other one isn't or they're using one and not the other. So this is this is probably 35 minutes."

Jul 02, 2025 [16:33]

"When do they stop the clock? I remember asking and they said it was at the vehicle, but I want to confirm. Do they measure the time to the vehicle or do they measure the time to the pre-show with Peter Parker? Cuz it makes a difference."

Jul 02, 2025 [17:03]

"It doesn't always pay to rush to a reopened attraction, as many other guests have the same idea."

Jun 19, 2025 [22:06]

"When an attraction reopens, they don't always dump the queue, so you're waiting behind guests who were already in line."

Jun 19, 2025 [22:38]

"Lightning Lane users will also rush to a reopened attraction, which can slow down the standby line."

Jun 19, 2025 [23:21]

"If you rush to a reopened attraction, you should be in the immediate area and visually check if the queue was emptied first."

Jun 19, 2025 [24:25]

"The queue extends into the blue bullpen area."

Jun 05, 2025 [18:24]

"A 35-minute posted wait seems accurate for the current queue length."

Jun 05, 2025 [18:51]

"Guests turning right at the blue wall indicates the back queue is in use. If guests are in both the front and back queues, it's best to come back another time."

May 21, 2025 [18:34]

"Even if the outdoor queue looks empty, guests may be in the hidden queue behind the blue wall, so the wait is longer than it appears."

May 21, 2025 [19:01]

"A posted 20-minute wait means the queue is not using the back 'blue bullpen' area."

Apr 09, 2025 [16:05]

"If you hear an announcement about 'reduced capacity,' get out of the queue as the wait time will increase significantly."

Apr 09, 2025 [18:25]

"If you decide to leave a queue that has a long wait, be decisive and go do something else instead of lingering."

Apr 09, 2025 [19:02]

"An empty queue outside is a good sign, but always check if the indoor 'blue bullpen' queue is full."

Mar 27, 2025 [16:45]

"It's worth observing which sections of the queue are occupied. If the outdoor queue is full but the indoor 'blue bullpen' is empty, the wait isn't so bad."

Mar 27, 2025 [17:06]

"If you see guests making the right turn to disappear behind the wall, you know the 'blue bullpen' queue is in use."

Mar 27, 2025 [17:27]

"The posted 55-minute wait seems inflated; with a light Lightning Lane, it's likely closer to 40 or 45 minutes."

Mar 27, 2025 [17:46]

"The web shooter add-on accessory seems to be an extra sale that didn't play out as well as Disney hoped, as they are currently on sale."

Mar 27, 2025 [19:02]

"The queue is extending into the main walkway, but the posted wait time is only 35 minutes, which seems inaccurate."

Feb 27, 2025 [18:18]

"The blue bullpen queue area is not being used, causing the line to back up into the main walkway."

Feb 27, 2025 [18:36]

"Cast members opened the blue bullpen area to absorb the long queue."

Feb 27, 2025 [19:55]

"The entire outdoor queue space can fit within the blue bullpen area, which changes the visual perception of the line's length."

Feb 27, 2025 [22:55]

"The wait time fluctuated from 35 to 45, and then down to 25 minutes, making it unpredictable."

Feb 27, 2025 [23:20]

"Single rider is an option to avoid a long standby wait."

Feb 12, 2025 [23:37]

"The queue is using all of the extra space, including the bullpen area behind the blue wall, which is not often seen."

Jan 29, 2025 [20:35]

"The posted 40-minute wait seems inaccurate given the queue length. A mental map of the sections suggests the wait is closer to an hour."

Jan 29, 2025 [20:59]

"Learn to analyze queues visually rather than trusting the posted wait time. This queue is an hour-long wait, not 40 minutes."

Jan 29, 2025 [21:47]

"A breakdown of the queue timing: the first space is 7-10 mins, the next space is 10-15 mins, the bullpen is 12-15 mins, plus pre-show and loading. This adds up to much more than 40 minutes, especially with Lightning Lane."

Jan 29, 2025 [22:16]

"The ride isn't worth an hour-long wait unless you are a huge fan."

Jan 29, 2025 [23:53]

"The posted wait time is 40 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [14:23]

"When entering the queue, note that if the bullpen behind the blue wall is not being used, the queue is misleadingly long. All the guests in the visible outdoor queue could fit in that unused section."

Jan 15, 2025 [14:45]

"The speaker questions if the wait is truly 40 minutes, estimating it's closer to 35 minutes."

Jan 15, 2025 [15:44]

"The Lightning Lane queue had two full switchbacks earlier but is now empty, indicating they are cycling guests through."

Jan 15, 2025 [16:10]

"If ropes are set up for a switchback in front of the entrance, it's a sign of an extremely long queue."

Jan 02, 2025 [17:17]

"The single rider line can get very long, so check its length before committing."

Jan 02, 2025 [18:45]

"Check if the back of the queue is using the 'blue bullpen' section. If it's not, you can save about 15 minutes."

Dec 19, 2024 [14:17]

"It pays to walk into the queue entrance to see if the 'blue bullpen' is being used, as it's hidden from the main path. You can always walk back out."

Dec 19, 2024 [14:53]

"Single Rider can be very quick; a recent test around 12:30 PM resulted in a wait of about 15 minutes."

Dec 19, 2024 [16:26]

"It feels like they should just not do the Spider-Man stunt show if they aren't going to launch the animatronic."

Dec 19, 2024 [18:23]

"The back of the queue is right at the entrance to the outdoor section."

Dec 05, 2024 [18:18]

"The entire queue is on one side of the blue wall; the other side is not in use."

Dec 05, 2024 [18:50]

"The bullpen section of the queue behind the wall is completely full."

Dec 05, 2024 [18:55]

"The posted wait time is 30 minutes, but the queue extends into the bullpen area behind the blue wall."

Nov 20, 2024 [17:31]

"If the area behind the blue wall is full, that adds at least 10 minutes to the wait. The total wait is likely closer to 35 or 40 minutes."

Nov 20, 2024 [18:34]

"A 30-minute wait is usually a call to action for this ride, but the queue is not filling up quickly."

Nov 20, 2024 [19:11]

"When this ride reopens with a 10-minute posted wait, it's an almost identical situation to Monsters Inc., where the queue will grow very quickly."

Nov 07, 2024 [27:44]

"If you get to the ride immediately after it reopens, the posted 10-minute wait will be accurate."

Nov 07, 2024 [28:05]

"A 10-minute wait for Web Slingers is a huge call to action because the attraction rarely has a discount."

Nov 07, 2024 [28:25]

"The queue will fill the main area first before they open the 'blue wall bullpen' overflow section."

Nov 07, 2024 [29:32]

"A 10-minute posted wait for this ride is one of the biggest calls to action you will see at DCA."

Nov 07, 2024 [31:33]

"After a ride reopens, people will stop getting in line once the wait time is adjusted to be high. At that point, you might get a slight discount on the posted time if you wait 20-30 minutes before joining the queue."

Nov 07, 2024 [33:10]

"A 30-minute wait time is a desirable bargain and will likely attract more people to the queue."

Oct 24, 2024 [16:17]

"The posted wait time for this attraction tends to be lower than the actual wait."

Oct 24, 2024 [17:50]

"Unlike other rides, a full Lightning Lane here means you should add time to the posted wait, not subtract from it."

Oct 24, 2024 [18:23]

"When the queue grows but the posted wait time doesn't increase accordingly, it's a bad sign for those joining the line."

Oct 24, 2024 [19:52]

"If guests are turning right after the entrance, it means they are being routed through the back bullpen queue."

Oct 09, 2024 [15:04]

"A 35-minute wait time is short for this attraction, especially with little Lightning Lane influence."

Sep 25, 2024 [16:47]

"The back of the queue is extremely short, not even using the overflow area behind the blue wall."

Sep 09, 2024 [13:31]

"The overflow queue space behind the blue wall can hold about 100 people, significantly affecting wait times when in use."

Sep 09, 2024 [14:02]

"On hot days, guests might choose to use Lightning Lane even for short waits to minimize time in the sun."

Sep 09, 2024 [14:32]

"The Lightning Lane queue is triple its usual length."

Sep 09, 2024 [14:51]

"The posted wait time is 20 minutes."

Sep 09, 2024 [36:59]

"To get a full idea of the wait time, you need to check if they are using the overflow 'bullpen' queue area."

Aug 30, 2024 [19:40]

"If the bullpen queue area is in use, the wait time is likely longer than posted."

Aug 15, 2024 [23:02]

"The speaker compares using the back part of the queue to a 'hidden fee' that changes the experience."

Aug 15, 2024 [23:25]

"The wait time can increase quickly; it was posted at 30 minutes but looked closer to 40 and was getting worse by the minute."

Aug 15, 2024 [23:54]

"The queue extends into the bullpen area behind the blue wall."

Jul 31, 2024 [17:19]

"The queue is not using the extended bullpen area behind the blue walls."

Jul 17, 2024 [15:02]

"The outdoor queue section is being used instead of the indoor bullpen area."

Jul 03, 2024 [17:11]

"The posted 35-minute wait time seems accurate since the queue isn't using the bullpen."

Jul 03, 2024 [17:36]

"The queue is backed up because a section is chained off, forcing guests into the bullpen area."

Jun 19, 2024 [16:03]

"The single rider line is available, but the experience of sharing a ride vehicle with strangers might be awkward for some."

Jun 19, 2024 [16:33]

"The bullpen for the queue is empty."

Jun 05, 2024 [14:40]

"The queue wraps around the blue wall into the rear bullpen."

Jun 05, 2024 [14:46]

"The Lightning Lane queue is very long, which will negatively impact the standby line."

Jun 05, 2024 [15:05]

"The posted 45-minute wait will probably not hold up and will likely be longer due to the long Lightning Lane."

Jun 05, 2024 [15:23]

"This is a 'nogo' due to the long Lightning Lane queue."

Jun 05, 2024 [15:30]

"The long wait will likely cause people to stay away for a little bit."

Jun 05, 2024 [17:02]

"The wait time is holding at 35 minutes."

Jun 05, 2024 [30:56]

"It's highly recommended to use the virtual queue instead of trying to get a standby spot."

May 07, 2025 [48:54]

"If you miss the virtual queue, show up for the second show's standby. Many people with virtual queue spots for the second show are no-shows, opening up spots."

May 07, 2025 [49:29]