EPCOT's Lightning Lane Premier Pass Sells Out for the First Time in 2025

Feb 13, 2025 in "Disney Genie"

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Posted: Thursday February 13, 2025 10:04am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

For the first time this year—and the first time since Lightning Lane Premier Pass became available to all guests—EPCOT's Premier Pass has sold out for February 15, 2025. This marks a notable shift, as EPCOT has previously seen consistent availability, even while Magic Kingdom frequently sold out.

EPCOT Lightning Lane Premier is sold out for the first time in 2025

Additionally, Disney's Hollywood Studios has now sold out for February 14, 15, 16, and 17, while Magic Kingdom's Premier Pass has extended its sell-out streak to include February 20.

What's Causing the Increased Sell-Outs?

Several factors are contributing to these growing Premier Pass sell-outs across multiple parks:

Valentine's Day & Presidents' Day Weekend Crowds – With February 14 (Valentine's Day) and February 17 (Presidents' Day) bringing higher attendance, demand for shorter wait times is increasing.
Rising Awareness of Premier Pass – Now that all guests (not just resort guests) can purchase Premier Pass, more people are factoring it into their trip planning.
EPCOT's Attraction Lineup & Lower Price Point – At $149-$249, EPCOT's Premier Pass is cheaper than Magic Kingdom's and provides access to high-demand rides like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, and Frozen Ever After.
Hollywood Studios Demand Growing – With Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, and Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, Hollywood Studios is emerging as the second-most in-demand park for Premier Pass behind Magic Kingdom.

Current Premier Pass Sell-Out Dates by Park

Here's where things stand for the upcoming week:

Magic Kingdom: February 12-20 (nine consecutive days)
EPCOT: February 15 (first sell-out in 2025)
Hollywood Studios: February 14, 15, 16, 17
Animal Kingdom: Still available for all dates

Lightning Lane Premier Pass Availability February 2025

How This Compares to Past Trends

EPCOT's last Premier Pass sell-out was in late December, 2024—during peak Christmas week crowds. This is the first time it has sold out in 2025 and the first time it has sold out under the new expanded purchasing rules.

Hollywood Studios sell-outs are becoming more frequent, suggesting it may follow Magic Kingdom in seeing more consistent sell-outs on busy dates.
Magic Kingdom continues to lead in demand, now selling out for nine straight days, the longest stretch on record.

What This Means for Future Availability

As more parks begin to see Premier Pass sell-outs, guests should expect:

More frequent EPCOT and Hollywood Studios sell-outs – These parks are now selling out, not just Magic Kingdom.
Earlier sell-outs for lower-priced days – Guests securing passes in advance means even non-peak dates could become competitive.
Potential for pricing adjustments – If demand continues at this level, Disney could introduce price increases to manage availability.

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TheMaxRebo5 days ago

Generally included is a buffet - will have some hot food (eggs, breakfast meats, maybe potatoes), and a lot hav make your own Mickey Waffles, will have cereal, Yoghurts, pastries, etc Usually nothing amazing but enough options that everyone can find something and fill you up Definitely depends on your situation but a nice thing to have included especially if a bigger family

Splash4eva5 days ago

When i go to Disney honestly im barely in room or use pools if ever. Hence why i stay Value. Regarding transportation i actually rent a car always so i factor that into my trip cost etc because im sure others may stay off property and say hotel only cost me this then have to pay for other things bc of it. Again to each is their own. I was just wondering what savings others were seeing. Also the free breakfast is a nice perk not sure what they are offering tho

LSLS5 days ago

You are big on transportation costs, but I would bet the cost in transportation at a minimum is a wash with the cost of breakfast. I can personally say that we would choose offsite over values without thinking twice. For the same price you can get rooms 50% bigger with SIGNIFICANTLY better amenities. Things like indoor access, a microwave, a fridge, nice fitness center, and similar transportation. If we compare to moderates, it at least gets to be a better fight (though the fridge and AC thing is such a deal breaker to me at this point).

Splash4eva5 days ago

Thats a fair question. Listen i know nothing off site is going to have the theming and disney themed resort even as simple as a value resort i was asking in regards to the hotel itself like not a dive hotel. One that is nice clean not small and accommodating and relatively close. So if you can get that for $60 (all in) vs $160 yes thats a nice savings. Ive never looked tbh nor do i know anyone who has when going on a Disney trip. So $100 less whatever transportation cost. I guess if you are looking to save and cut corners this is not a bad option. Just not for me but thank you everyone for the insight to outside resorts and prices

JD805 days ago

Yes. I thought that was obvious.

LSLS5 days ago

The problem is I'm not sure what your apples to apples is. Maybe the Maingate Lakeside Resort? Outdoor access to rooms, two pools, a restaurant, arcade, and free shuttle. But, it has a free breakfast, it has a gym, and the rooms are still about 10% bigger. That goes for under $60, so still would be a pretty large difference.

Disstevefan15 days ago

I am sure that was the intention of Disney because of both the inventory and price.

JD805 days ago

I mean sure it's not meant to be something everyone gets.

Disstevefan15 days ago

Not only is LLPP a limited offering as Disney determines how many they want to sell, its WAY TOO EXPENSIVE especially for families.

JD806 days ago

LLPP is a limited offering so by definition the average guest doesn't use this. I think everyone in the conversation has to reframe their perspective.

Purduevian6 days ago

Count me as part of the group that will come significantly less often if they eliminate LLMP (or anything similar). I have a 2 year old and as such I just won't wait in a line over 20 mins long (its just not worth it with a toddler). Add in the fact that leaving the park after ~7:30pm makes the next day awful, so I choose not to do that. Add those 2 things together and without LLMP, G+, or FP+ or whatever is next, a Disney World trip stops being worth it. As far as on site perks, don't forget about early entry, the LL 7 day window, proximity to the parks, theming of the resorts, and so on. I personally didn't find the value in staying onsite last trip... but it is more than just free transportation.

Splash4eva6 days ago

& even that perk is far from something great as the service at times is terrible and plenty simply just use uber/lyft as its not that expensive at all to & from parks

Chi846 days ago

I was referring to Universal having the free perk with Express Pass. Of course they also don’t sell DVC. My point is that a large percentage of WDW guests stay in deluxe resorts or DVC and do so for a week or more with larger parties. Eliminating MP and SP would force these people to choose between (1) an amount few would be willing to pay in addition to an expensive resort stay with multiple people and (2) standing in lines. Disney has done some silly things in the last few years but I don’t see them doing something that would be detrimental to that demographic.

Jrb19796 days ago

While it is a small percentage of guests. I would counter your point in that there is no perks for staying on site, other than the free transportation. It would be interesting to know how many are buying the Premier Pass over MP and SP