6 Pandemic Policies That Just Ended at Walt Disney World

Saturday, June 19, 2021 - 01:32

4. Capacity is way up

Disney confirmed several months ago that they would be increasing capacity at their theme parks beyond their 35% cap from last year, and while we don't know exact numbers, many have wondered if the theme parks are close to their max capacity, based on guest levels and Disney Parks Pass availability.

5. Preshows have been reinstated

Though Walt Disney World has been running the vast majority of its rides, many pre-shows on attractions like Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance had to be skipped because of the policy on mixing parties. However, now that this policy has been relaxed, these pre-shows have resumed, and guests can look forward to experiencing the full versions of these attractions.

6. Vaccinated Cast Members can now remove masks

Disney has announced that face coverings are now optional for fully vaccinated Cast Members working outdoors at Walt Disney World, marking the first time since the parks reopened that Cast Members in some roles can go mask-free.

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Managing editor of Theme Park Tourist and dark ride enthusiast. Amanda is a lifelong theme parks fan who lives just outside Orlando. When she’s not booking FastPass+ reservations, standing in a queue or eating the latest specialty cupcake, you can find her watching a Marvel movie, reading a book (probably by Neil Gaiman) or singing along to showtunes in her car. Contact: [email protected]