What theme parks does Standby support?

Standby supports 20+ theme parks including Walt Disney World (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom), Universal Orlando (Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Epic Universe), Disneyland Resort, Tokyo Disney Resort, Disneyland Paris, SeaWorld parks, and more.

How do wait time alerts work?

Set a target wait time for any attraction, and Standby will send you a push notification when the actual wait time drops below your threshold. Perfect for catching short lines on popular rides.

How often are wait times updated?

Wait times are refreshed frequently, giving you accurate and timely information.

Yes! Standby is free to download and includes 1 wait time alert. Premium tiers (Trip Pass $4.99, Annual $14.99, Lifetime $49.99) unlock more alerts for frequent park visitors.

Line Snipe automatically monitors rides that are temporarily closed and alerts you the moment they reopen. Great for catching popular attractions right when they come back online.

Does Standby show Epic Universe wait times?

Yes! Standby fully supports Universal Epic Universe, which opened in May 2025. Track real-time wait times for all Epic Universe attractions including Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe, How to Train Your Dragon, and more.

What is the best time to visit Magic Kingdom for short wait times?

Based on park data trends, weekday mornings (especially Tuesday through Thursday) and the last 2 hours before closing typically have the shortest wait times at Magic Kingdom. Standby's real-time alerts notify you instantly when specific rides like Space Mountain or Big Thunder Mountain drop below your target wait time.

How accurate are theme park wait time apps?

Standby provides accurate, real-time wait time data, ensuring you get timely and reliable information.

Can I get notified when a ride reopens after being closed?

Yes! Standby's Line Snipe feature monitors closed attractions and sends an instant push notification when they reopen. This is often the best time to queue since wait times are typically shorter right after a ride comes back online.

What parks does Standby support besides Disney and Universal?

Standby supports 20+ parks including SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, LEGOLAND Florida, Tokyo Disney Resort (Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea), Disneyland Paris, Shanghai Disney Resort, and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort.

Is there a wait time app with Live Activities for iPhone?

Yes! Standby's Live Activities feature displays real-time wait times directly on your iPhone Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. This means you can check current wait times at a glance without unlocking your phone or opening the app.

Live Updates

Islands of Adventure

Wait Times

6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

20Open

34 minAvg Wait

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Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™

attraction

150 min

Jurassic World VelociCoaster

attraction

75 min

Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls®

attraction

60 min

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man®

attraction

40 min

Flight of the Hippogriff™

attraction

40 min

Hogwarts™ Express - Hogsmeade™ Station

attraction

35 min

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™

attraction

25 min

The Incredible Hulk Coaster®

attraction

25 min

Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges®

attraction

25 min

Skull Island: Reign of Kong™

attraction

25 min

The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride!™

attraction

20 min

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish™

attraction

20 min

Ollivanders™ Experience in Hogsmeade™

attraction

15 min

Doctor Doom's Fearfall®

attraction

15 min

The Cat in The Hat™

attraction

5 min

Storm Force Accelatron®

attraction

5 min

Caro-Seuss-el™

attraction

5 min

Meet Spider-Man and the Marvel® Super Heroes

meet and greet

Walk On

Classic Comic Book Characters

meet and greet

Walk On

Seuss Character Zone

meet and greet

Walk On

Raptor Encounter

show

Next: 4:40 PM

The Grinch™ Meet & Greet at Honk Honkers®

show

No more shows

The Mystic Fountain

show

No more shows

Triwizard Spirit Rally

show

No more shows

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current wait times at Islands of Adventure?

Islands of Adventure has some of Universal's most popular attractions. VelociCoaster and Hagrid's Magical Creatures regularly see waits exceeding 90 minutes.

What is the best time to visit Islands of Adventure for short lines?

Rope drop is essential for Hagrid's and VelociCoaster. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter tends to be busiest midday. Late evenings offer shorter waits for most rides.

Which Islands of Adventure rides have the longest wait times?

VelociCoaster and Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure consistently have the longest waits, often 75-120 minutes. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey also maintains high demand.

How long is the wait for VelociCoaster typically?

VelociCoaster averages 60-90 minutes during normal operations but can exceed 2 hours on busy days. Rope drop and late evening offer the best chances for shorter waits.

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