Magic Kingdom Adjusts Fall Hours: Earlier September Openings, Early Closure for Gartner Event on Oct. 21

Exclusive events are shrinking nighttime availability for regular visitors.

Overview

Disney moved Magic Kingdom’s opening to 8:00 a.m. on September 14 and 19, with Early Entry at 7:30 a.m., according to KennythePirate.
Inside the Magic reports the park is scheduled to close early on October 21 for a private Gartner IT Symposium/XPO event.
ckey’s Not-So-Scary HallHalloween Party continues to end public access in the early evening on event nights, with only wristbanded guests allowed to remain.
Outlets differ on the exact time day guests must exit on event nights, so visitors are urged to confirm hours on Disney’s official calendar.
Planning guidance highlights arriving at rope drop, using Park Hopper tickets, or shifting to Disney Springs and resort dining when evenings are shortened.