Crowd drivers (reference)
These are common factors that typically shift crowd patterns. This page is static reference only. It is not live data and not a forecast.
Drivers table
| Driver | Typical effect | Time horizon | What changes first | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend vs weekday | Often raises demand on weekends | Weekly pattern | Walkways and headliner waits | Impact is stronger during school breaks. |
| Holiday proximity | Often raises demand near major holidays | Short window (days to a week) | Arrivals, dining, headliner waits | Adjacency (Fri–Mon) often matters more than the holiday itself. |
| School breaks | Often raises weekday demand | Seasonal / calendar-driven | Midday congestion and dining capacity | Dates vary by district and year. |
| Weather | Mixed | Same-day / short window | Perceived crowding and pacing | The same attendance level can feel different by temperature or rain. |
| Ride downtime / refurbishments | Mixed (can concentrate crowds) | Same-day to multi-week | Wait times at remaining headliners | Fewer available attractions can shift demand to other areas. |
| Special events / seasonal entertainment | Often raises interest in specific windows | Short window to seasonal | Evening flow and entertainment areas | Effect can be localized by time and location. |