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Old 09-20-2014, 11:07 AM   #1
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Looking for advice on visiting the first week in June 2015. Due to work and school schedules this is the only week we can go. How are crowds in general and how do the events for LGBT visitors affect the different parks? I've read that sometimes different parks are closed for private parties, so does anyone know when the dates for each event will be available? Just want to make sure we don't make dining reservations and then find out that park is closed for a private event. We know we will be there for Star Wars weekend as well. I appreciate any information or advice as we normally travel in Oct or early Dec.
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We have been quite a few times in early June and will be there again early June 2015. That time of year works well for our schedules. The LGBT events have never infringed on our trip, and I certainly have never seen WDW close a park for a private event. In fact, I think that particular group of events only lasts a couple of days at the beginning of June. That said, the parks will be crowded. SWW is crazy busy, but we think it's tons of fun. Orlando in June is generally unmercifully hot and humid, and the evening thunderstorms can be very heavy. We've just become used to it. We trudge on and try to not let it bother us and get the most out of our trip.

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Thank you. We didn't think the group would impact us, just worried about parks closing early for private parties. Not sure where I read that but glad to know we don't have to worry about it. It's been a couple of years since our last visit and we are just happy to be going back. We are Star Wars fans so looking forward to that experience as well.
I hope you guys have a wonderful trip also.



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