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Pick the best time to go. Tuesday through Thursdays typically have the lightest attendance. For weekends, Sunday evening is usually the least crowded.
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Buy tickets in advance to avoid the long admission lines at the front of the park.
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Call ahead to see if your favorite attractions are open.
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Guests and small children with special needs can usually be accommodated at most parks, so call ahead.
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Wear comfortable shoes and dress in lightweight layers. All amusement parks have lockers to keep your load light.
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Bring an extra pair of socks if you plan on sloshing around on water attractions.
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Use sunscreen.
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Make note of where you park. There is nothing worse than searching for your car at the end of the day.
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Arrive 30 minutes ahead of the official opening. Most parks have shopping and dinning available.
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Pick a place for your party to meet if you get separated and tell small children to talk to a host or hostess if they get lost.
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Go to the back of the park when it opens. Most guests go to the first ride they see.
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Ride new attractions in the morning…the lines will always be long.
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Lines thin out during parades and special events.
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Pass time in line by playing games such as "Twenty Questions."
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Always get your hand stamped when you exit in case you decide to come back later in the day.
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