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Critics Press Disney to Fix Lightning Lane as 2026 Trials Are Floated

Proposals center on limited rerides, a 'Next Available' option, shorter dining buffers, plus reclassifying Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

Overview

  • New reports describe sustained guest stress from heavy app dependence and rigid return windows that undercut the system’s promise of simplicity.
  • Writers highlight the 90‑minute dining reservation buffer as a frequent blocker that complicates planning nearby Lightning Lane times.
  • The once‑per‑day rule for individual attractions is widely criticized, with calls to allow at least one same‑day re‑ride to restore flexibility.
  • Seven Dwarfs Mine Train’s separate paid access is a focal point of resentment, with recommendations to move it into the Multi Pass lineup.
  • Commentators speculate that Disney could pilot adjustments in 2026, potentially pausing specific rules, noting the company has quietly reset queue systems before.