Rope Drop
The time an amusement park opens
Example
What time are we heading to Magic Kingdom tomorrow?
I was thinking we get there by 7:30 so we can rope drop. That way, we can hit Space Mountain before the lines get crazy
Got it—early start it is!
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Rope drop is the official opening time of an amusement park, especially at Disney theme parks. The term comes from the traditional practice of holding guests behind a rope or barrier before the park opens, then "dropping" the rope to allow entry. Although many modern parks no longer use an actual rope, the term has persisted as a common phrase among parkgoers.
Theme park enthusiasts, bloggers, and vacation planners widely use the term when planning to arrive early and maximize their time in the park. "Rope dropping" a park often involves arriving well before opening time to be among the first in line for popular attractions, which typically have shorter wait times early in the day. It's a strategy worth trying if you want to experience more rides and fewer crowds.