Disney World in March

Disney World in March 2027 (Dates, Weather, and Crowds)

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If you’re visiting Disney World in March, you probably won’t be surprised to find out that it’s a busy month. Between runDisney events, the end of the Festival of the Arts, and the kick-off of the Flower and Garden Festival, we have a lot to cover. And we haven’t even mentioned Spring Break or Easter yet!

For this guide, we’ll cover the important dates and details you need to know for March. We discuss Disney After Hours dates, Festival dates, scheduled attraction refurbishments, and other seasonal happenings. I’ll also share my experience with crowds and weather, including other details to help you know what to expect. As with all our monthly guides, we’ll update this guide as new information becomes available. So check back for updates as your March 2027 vacation approaches.

A Note About This Guide: After March 2027, we’ll start updating this guide with 2028 information as details become available. Some 2027 information may remain in the article during the transition so you can see what was offered the previous year as we build out the new dates and details.

Crowds at Disney World in March

Expect moderate crowds for most of March, with peak crowds falling the last week of the month, leading up to Easter Sunday. If you are visiting the last week of March, the first week of April, or sometime in between, expect some of the highest crowds of the year. Other than the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s, these two weeks are among the busiest.

Now, if you’re visiting earlier in the month, there is good news. Sometimes there is a lull, or an off-week that’s not as busy as the week before or the week after. I have spent quite a good amount of time observing crowds during the busy spring break season. I will say this: If you were to happen upon a lull, you’ll know it.

When I lived in the area and visited the parks weekly, I was always surprised at how the spring break crowds changed from week to week. Sometimes it would go from super busy on a Friday to where’s everyone at by Sunday? Then things would pick back up a few days later. (Again, Easter is a different story.)

Unfortunately, it’s almost impossible to indicate whether or not you’ll end up on a slow or busy week. My best advice is to expect the worst and roll with it. While I don’t purchase Lightning Lanes often, this time of year I would make an exception, especially when visiting with family and friends. At the very least, Lightning Lane Multi Pass will help a great deal if your family wants to focus on rides.

Last year, I toured the parks with my nephew during his Spring Break. I implemented a few touring strategies to help make the most of crowds:

The Weather at Disney World in March

March is about the most pleasant month you’ll find weather-wise. It could be chilly. It might even be hot. However, you probably won’t have to deal with considerably cold weather.

My best advice is to pack a lightweight jacket if you plan to be out in the evening. For the most part, you’ll want shorts and short sleeves this time of year. Don’t forget to bring plenty of sunscreen and ponchos. While we haven’t quite reached “daily afternoon thunder shower” mode, you’ll likely see a storm or two over a week’s vacation.

If you plan to attend any late-night events in the park like Disney After Hours or Extended Evening Hours, be aware of the possibility of cooler evenings. We were at a Disney After Hours event at Magic Kingdom one evening when it was quite chilly and saw several guests in tank tops and shorts. You could tell they were freezing and hadn’t prepared for the cooler temps.

March at Disney World

Here is our timeline for the month:

2027 Major Dates, Holidays, and Events

  • March 1st: Last day of the runDisney Princess Half-Marathon event. (See the 2027 runDisney schedule.)
  • March 1st: Last day of the 2027 Epcot International Festival of the Arts.
  • March 10th: First day of the 2027 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. (See the dates for the 2027 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival.)
  • March 14th: Daylight Saving Time (It will start to get dark later in the theme parks, which means evening entertainment will shift to later times until the fall.)
  • March 17th: St. Patrick’s Day (Don’t forget to wear green!)
  • March 26th -28th: Easter Weekend (Major Holiday Weekend)

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival: This festival celebrates the return of Spring, gardening, and flowers! I personally consider it to be the most wonderful time of the year at Epcot. You’ll find incredible topiary displays throughout the park, the Garden Rock concert series held nightly, and outdoor kitchens offering a variety of fresh eats, among other things. See our Epcot International Flower and Garden Guide for details.

Extended Evening Hours

Extended Evening Hours are offered twice weekly for deluxe and deluxe villa resort guests. We’ll have more details as the month approaches.

Disney After Hours Dates in March

Disney After Hours will be held on the following evenings in March 2027. They will not affect park hours, but you might see more crowds at the park between 7:00 p.m. and regular park closing times as guests begin to arrive for the event:

  • Magic Kingdom: March 4, 8, and 15
  • Epcot: No Disney After Hours in March
  • Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 13, 17, and 24

To learn more, see our guide to Disney After Hours in 2027.

Temporary Attraction Closures for March 2027

Here are the scheduled attraction refurbishments at Disney World for March 2027.

Magic Kingdom

The following attractions are scheduled to be closed:

  • Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress: This attraction is expected to reopen at some point in 2027. To learn more, read about the new scenes coming to the Carousel of Progress.
  • The Walt Disney World Railroad is operating on a reduced route. The attraction operates as a shuttle between Main Street Station and Fantasyland Station.

Epcot: TBD

Hollywood Studios: TBD

Disney’s Animal Kingdom: TBD

For all scheduled refurbishments for the year, see our list of Disney World Ride Refurbishments. For ongoing and upcoming refurbishments at the various resorts, see our list of Disney Hotel Refurbishments.

Final Thoughts

We’ll continually update this guide as more announcements are made. As always, we hope that our timelines serve not only as a current reference but also as a future one.

If your dates are flexible, our guide to The Best and Worst Months to Visit Disney World compares crowd levels, seasons, and major events throughout the year. It is a helpful starting point when deciding when to visit. If you’re visiting another month, check out these guides:

Lastly, if you’re just getting started, don’t miss our guide How to Plan a Disney World Vacation. Check back with Resorts Gal soon for the latest Disney news, planning, and reviews.

In the Comments

Are you planning to visit Disney World in March? Do you have any questions that we didn’t touch on in this guide? If so, let us know below in our comments section.

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