ORLANDO, FL – Get ready for a summer packed with new and exciting experiences across Walt Disney World, all geared towards making it a “Cool Kid Summer.” From goofy dance parties to animated adventures and special savings, here’s a breakdown of what families can expect.
EPCOT:
- GoofyCore at CommuniCore Hall: Starting May 27, CommuniCore Hall will transform into Goofy’s ultimate playground. Expect DJ-led dance parties and games with a goofy twist, like Loopy Limbo. Note: CommuniCore Hall will temporarily close for this transformation beginning May 12 and will reopen May 27, but CommuniCore Plaza and Mickey & Friends will remain open. Keep an eye out for potential Farmer’s Feast food options at Florida Fresh during the Flower & Garden Festival.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom:
- Adventure with New Activities at Rafiki’s Planet Watch: Engage in hands-on crafting activities focused on pollinators.
- New Wilderness Explorer Badge: Earn a special, limited-time Wilderness Explorer badge while exploring the park and spotting animals like tigers and okapi.
- Celebration Sing-Along at Discovery Island: Join an interactive sing-along with a Dino Institute Intern, celebrating the park’s amazing animals with original songs and storytelling.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios:
- Get Animated at Animation Courtyard: Enjoy energetic games and crafts, along with magicians, jump rope performers, and surprise character appearances. A lively indoor DJ dance party with Mickey Mouse and Disney Junior friends will also be featured.
- Two New Indoor Stage Shows (Debuting May 27):
- “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After“: A wickedly fun show featuring Disney’s most infamous villains.
- “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure“: A retelling of the classic animated film with beloved songs and stunning visuals.
Magic Kingdom Park:
- Big Top Bash at Storybook Circus: Join a summertime dance party with a DJ ringmaster and Pluto, complete with stilt walkers and jugglers.
- Galactic Blast at Tomorrowland: Dance with Stitch at a high-energy DJ party at the Rocket Tower Plaza Stage. Inside Merchant of Venus, find an out-of-this-world craft inspired by the upcoming Disney-Pixar film “Elio.”
- “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” (Later This Summer): A new nighttime show featuring characters from “Encanto,” “Frozen,” “Coco,” and more. Stay tuned for details.
Extra Perks for Resort Guests:
- Free Water Park Admission: Guests at Disney Resort Collection hotels receive free admission to either Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach on their check-in day (both parks open May 21).
- Early Theme Park Entry: Enjoy 30 minutes of early entry to any theme park every day of your stay at Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels.
- Enhanced Resort Activities: Guests at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge can enjoy extra Disney-themed activities, including scheduled character visits and expanded itineraries.
More Ways to Save:
- 50% Off on Kids Tickets: Purchase a 3-day or longer standard ticket for kids (ages 3-9) at 50% off for visits from May 27 to September 20, 2025.
- 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket: Get a 3-day, 3-park ticket (EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom only) starting at $89 per day ($267 total, plus tax) for visits from April 6 to September 22, 2025.
- Disney Resort Room Deals: Save up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotel rooms for longer stays from August 1 to October 11, 2025. Special deals are also available for Florida Residents and Annual Passholders. Disney+ subscribers can save on select rooms starting from $99 per night at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort for stays of two nights or longer on most nights from June 29 to July 31, 2025.
New Florida Resident Summer Magic Tickets:
Florida residents can take advantage of special ticket offers:
- 4-Day Ticket: $60 per day ($240 total, plus tax), available for purchase starting May 6, 2025, for visits from May 18 to September 27, 2025.
- 3-Day Ticket: $75 per day ($225 total, plus tax).
- 2-Day Ticket: $105 per day ($210 total, plus tax).
For more information and to plan your “Cool Kid Summer,” visit DisneyWorld.com/Summer. Stay tuned for further updates!
