Disney After-Hours Events: A Numbers Game

Disney's after-hours events offer visitors a chance to experience the parks without the crowds and long wait times. In a recent experiment, a group of visitors stayed in Disney's Hollywood Studios for hours after it closed, taking advantage of low wait times and complimentary snacks.

The event, which costs extra on top of park admission, allows guests to stay in the park from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM. In this time frame, they can experience attractions with short or no wait times, as well as see rare characters. The free snacks and drinks are also a perk, although the math suggests that eating 24 ice creams per person would be necessary to break even on the cost of the event.

The group tried out various strategies for maximizing their time in the park, but not all of them worked. Some were able to ride multiple attractions in the short time frame, while others found themselves stuck waiting for popular rides. The results will be revealed in a live YouTube premiere at 10 AM ET on Friday.

Disney's after-hours events are a great option for visitors who want to experience the parks without the crowds and long wait times. However, the math suggests that eating a lot of snacks is necessary to break even on the cost of the event.