EPCOT Park Hours 2023 | FAQs and Ideas

Before visiting EPCOT in Walt Disney World, you need to know the park hours. The opening times, closing times, entertainment, and fireworks times can change quite often, so you’ll need to be prepared.

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In this story, we'll cover EPCOT park hours in 2023, including upcoming hours, normal operating hours, early morning openings, and late-night closures for extended enjoyment.

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You definitely want to know when it opens early and the few nights it stays open later than usual so you can get good value for your tickets.

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What are the Normal Hours for EPCOT?

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Busy Days & Holiday Hours

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EPCOT Closing Info

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