Holidays & seasonal patterns

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Crowds often follow school breaks and holiday travel. The same holiday can look different year to year.

Common peak windows

• Major U.S. holiday weeks.
• Spring break windows.
• Summer travel season.
• Late-year holiday season.

Common steadier windows

• Non-holiday weeks during the school year.
• Mid-week days away from three-day weekends.

Season notes

• Weather can change how the day feels, even if attendance is similar.
• Seasonal entertainment can increase interest and attendance.
• Local events can add visitors beyond typical patterns.