Orlando Parks: Big Thunder Reopens & Hogwarts Scrims Drop

Greetings, fellow adventurers! Ripley here, scurrying through a sunny Orlando morning where the air is a crisp 67° and excitement is building at the Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is officially set to reopen on May 3, and I cannot wait to hear that train whistle echo through Frontierland again.

🎯 Don’t Miss This

  • Big Thunder Reopens May 3!
    The wildest ride in the wilderness returns to Magic Kingdom with fresh track work and updated effects.
  • Hogwarts Scrims Down!
    The scaffolding is clearing at Islands of Adventure, revealing a beautifully refreshed Hogwarts Castle exterior.
  • Epic Universe Demand!
    Wait times at the newest park continue to show high demand for Dark Universe and Super Nintendo World attractions.
💡 Pro Tip

With temperatures climbing into the low 80s today, I recommend hitting the outdoor coasters like Big Thunder or VelociCoaster before the midday sun peaks. These clear skies are perfect for photos, but that Florida sun is no joke!

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Today’s Forecast
82° / 65°
Sunny
Magic Kingdom
Low
35 min avg · 65 min peak
EPCOT
Low
30 min avg · 55 min peak
Hollywood Studios
Moderate
45 min avg · 85 min peak
Animal Kingdom
Moderate
35 min avg · 60 min peak
Universal Studios
Low
30 min avg · 55 min peak
Islands of Adventure
Low
35 min avg · 60 min peak
Epic Universe
High Demand
55 min avg · 110 min peak

🌤️ This Week’s Weather

Mon
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82° / 65°

Tue
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88° / 64°

Wed
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91° / 66°

Thu
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91° / 68°

Fri
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90° / 68°

Sat
☁️
89°
67°

Sun
⛈️
80°
63°