What is the best time to ride Mad Tea Party?

At Magic Kingdom, Mad Tea Party typically has its shortest waits around 10 PM and its longest around 2 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Mad Tea Party?

The standby wait for Mad Tea Party runs about 8 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 25 minutes at its busiest.

Is there a height requirement for Mad Tea Party?

No. Mad Tea Party has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Does Mad Tea Party have Lightning Lane?

Yes. Mad Tea Party offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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Magic Kingdom · Fantasyland

Mad Tea Party Wait Times & Best Time to Ride

The classic spinning teacups, where you control how fast your cup whirls. A colorful, dizzying Fantasyland staple.

Right now Park closed

Typical wait 8 min

Peak seen 25 min

Quietest hour 10 PM

Quick facts

Land: Fantasyland
Height: Any height
Lightning Lane: Yes
Opened: 1971
Ride time: About 1.5 minutes
Thrill: Moderate spin

Best time to ride Mad Tea Party

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (10 PM); the wait usually peaks around 2 PM.

7 9AM

6 10AM

7 11AM

8 12PM

8 1PM

10 2PM

8 3PM

6 4PM

9 5PM

8 6PM

9 7PM

8 8PM

6 9PM

5 10PM

Pro tip: ride Mad Tea Party in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Magic Kingdom closes. If you would rather not wait at all, Lightning Lane lets you skip the standby line.

Mad Tea Party FAQ

What is the best time to ride Mad Tea Party?: At Magic Kingdom, Mad Tea Party typically has its shortest waits around 10 PM and its longest around 2 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Mad Tea Party?: The standby wait for Mad Tea Party runs about 8 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 25 minutes at its busiest.
Is there a height requirement for Mad Tea Party?: No. Mad Tea Party has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does Mad Tea Party have Lightning Lane?: Yes. Mad Tea Party offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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