Thanksgiving Crowds Push Disney World Lightning Lane Premier Pass to All-Park Sell-Out

For the first time since its debut, the Lightning Lane Premier Pass has sold out for all four Walt Disney World theme parks on the same day—November 25, 2024. The high-demand reflects the heavy crowds expected during the Thanksgiving holiday week and the increasing popularity of Disney’s newest add-on option for skipping standby lines.

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A First for the Premier Pass

The Lightning Lane Premier Pass allows one-time access to all available Lightning Lane attractions in a single park on a selected day. While specific parks have sold out on individual dates in the past, this marks the first time that all four Walt Disney World parks—Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom—have completely sold out the pass on the same day. November 25 is also the first time that Lightning Lane Premier Pass at Disney's Animal Kingdom has sold out.

If you were planning to purchase a Lightning Lane Premier Pass for November 25 and haven’t secured one yet, here are your options:

• Use Other Lightning Lane Services: Consider the Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Lightning Lane Single purchases. These options require booking arrival windows for each attraction but may still be available.
• Visit the Parks Without Premier: Though Premier Pass is sold out, standby lines remain an option. Arrive early, prioritize attractions.

This resort-wide sell-out highlights the growing popularity of the Lightning Lane Premier Pass among Disney guests. With holiday crowds ramping up, similar sell-outs could occur on key dates in December, particularly around Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

• View current and upcoming Lighting Lane Premier Pass pricing

Stay tuned for updates on availability and tips for navigating the parks during the busiest time of the year.