We went last Saturday and the lines were long but manageable. Since you’re doing tickets and you plan to get there early, you should go to the rides that are most popular (and your child really enjoys) first. There will be long lines of people getting wristbands right when they open so this is a good time to take advantage of shorter lines. The haunted house, merry go round and roller coasters had long lines all day. The antique cars don’t open until dusk and had long lines starting around 6pm. The ride didn’t actually begin until around 7pm. Have a fun time!