Question 1

What is the best time to ride Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress?

Accepted Answer

The best time to ride Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress is typically during the first hour after park opening or during the last hour before closing, when crowds are lightest. Our hour-by-hour predictions update daily and show the exact lowest-wait window for your specific travel date.

Question 2

How long is the wait for Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress right now?

Accepted Answer

Check the Walt Disney World dashboard for live wait times updated every 60 seconds. This page shows predicted wait times for any upcoming date, along with AI-powered next-hour forecasts.

Question 3

How accurate are the wait time predictions for Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress?

Accepted Answer

Our predictions use a 5-stage ensemble model that combines queueing theory, historical patterns, school schedules, weather data, and Lightning Lane merge pressure. The model self-corrects using recent actual wait times to improve accuracy.

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