Dance, Play and Chill with Cool Kid Summer at Disney World!

Get ready to dance, play, and chill because Cool Kid Summer is taking over Walt Disney World Resort starting May 27 through September 1. This is the perfect destination for kids and kids-at-heart with DJ-fueled dance parties, surprise character appearances, hands-on activities, and nonstop summer vibes.

Playtime gets a Goof-tastic twist. Get ready to dance and play along with Goofy in this immersive experience. Show off your best moves in DJ-led dance parties and join your favorite games with silly – or should I say goofy? – twists, like Loopy Limbo and Parachutes ‘n’ Pipsqueaks.

To make way for all the goofiness, CommuniCore Hall will temporarily close starting May 12 as it transforms into Goofy’s ultimate playground. CommuniCore Plaza and Mickey & Friends will remain open during this time. And while you’re exploring EPCOT during the Flower & Garden Festival, keep an eye out as Farmer’s Feast food options might be sprouting up at Florida Fresh just outside CommuniCore Hall.

Two old friends are returning to Walt Disney World to tackle another summer vacation: Your favorite inventive stepbrothers, Phineas and Ferb! Meet them together for a limited time at EPCOT starting June 1, and then tune in to the new season of Phineas and Ferb premiering June 5 on Disney Channel and available June 6 on Disney+.

Get ready to roam, explore, and earn your adventure stripes! Buzz over to Rafiki’s Planet Watch for hands-on crafting activities all about pollinators, like bees and butterflies.

For all who believe the wilderness must be explored, you can unlock a special, limited-time Wilderness Explorers badge along the way. As you go around the park, watch for some amazing animals, including tigers, okapi, and more.

Wrap up your wild day with a musical moment you won’t forget! Join an interactive sing-along with the Dino Institute Intern celebrating all the amazing animals spotted throughout the park – with original songs, playful storytelling, and plenty of chances to join in.

Jump into energetic fun at Animation Courtyard, where games and crafts keep kids moving and creating all day. From magicians and jump rope performers to surprise character appearances, you never know what delightful moment awaits!

Keep the fun going as you join Mickey Mouse and Disney Junior friends at a lively indoor DJ dance party where little ones can move and groove.

And that’s not all! Two new indoor stage shows will also debut on May 27, adding even more fun for the whole family to enjoy:

Step right up to summer fun under the Big Top. Kids can join the DJ ringmaster for a summertime dance party full of pop-up silliness with Pluto. And with stilt walkers and jugglers performing around you, you’ll feel like the ringmaster of fun.

Galactic Blast at Tomorrowland

Extra Perks When Staying in the Magic

Guests of Disney Resort hotels and other select hotels can also enjoy 30 minutes of early theme park entry every day of their stay. You might even spot some of your favorite characters out in the park during this time.

And that’s just the beginning of the fun. Staying at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge means extra fun for your entire family.

There, you’ll be able to enjoy even more Disney-themed activities, including character visits with set appearance times to help you plan your day and an expanded itinerary of things to do with your family throughout your stay at these four resorts.

More Ways to Save During Cool Kid Summer

To add even more magic to your visit, there are great deals to help your family visit this summer:

• 50% Off on Kids Tickets: You can purchase a 3-day or longer kids (ages 3-9) standard ticket for 50% off. This deal is available for visits beginning May 27 through September 20, 2025.
• 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket: Get a 3-day, 3-park ticket starting at $89 per day ($267 total, plus tax) for visits from April 6 through September 22, 2025. This ticket is for admission to EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom (one theme park per day; not valid for admission to Magic Kingdom).
• Disney Resort Room Deals: Save up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotel rooms when you stay longer for visits beginning August 1 through October 11, 2025. Special deals on rooms are also available for Florida Residents and Annual Passholders. Plus, Disney+ subscribers can save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels – starting from $99 per night at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort – when staying two nights or longer, most nights from June 29 to July 31, 2025.

New Florida Resident Summer Magic Tickets

Florida residents can make the most of summer with a special ticket offer just for them.

The Florida Resident Summer Magic Ticket offers four days of fun at Walt Disney World theme parks for just $60 per day (total price: $240, plus tax). This ticket will be available for purchase starting May 6, 2025, for visits from May 18 through September 27, 2025 (with an advance park reservation, subject to availability).

Looking for a shorter visit? There are great options for that, too:

• 3-Day Ticket: $75 per day (total price: $225, plus tax)
• 2-Day Ticket: $105 per day (total price: $210, plus tax)