Queue Cutting Remains Disney World’s Most-Broken Rule

Overview

• Recent reports describe guests pushing forward in attraction queues dozens of times daily across parks, often saying they are rejoining family.
• Disney’s guidance requires parties to enter together and for anyone who leaves to rejoin from the back of the line.
• Convenience drives much of the behavior, with common justifications including bathroom trips, stroller logistics, forgotten items, or Lightning Lane timing.
• Cast Members note frequent complaints and observe the practice regularly, but policing every queue would slow operations and disrupt flow.
• Informal cutting is distinct from Cast Member–managed entries like Lightning Lane, Rider Switch, or disability accommodations, which are controlled and logged.