Young guests can now take charge of their own shopping trips with new kid-sized carts at some Walt Disney World Resort hotels. We spotted them at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. Cool Kids’ Summer Shopping Carts The miniature shopping carts are available inside Ink & Paint Shop, the merchandise location in Animation Hall at Disney’s … Read more
Cool Kids’ Summer is bringing music, games, and Polynesian-inspired entertainment to Disney Springs. Disney Springs Kids Club Disney Springs is inviting young guests to dance, play, and soak up the aloha spirit this summer with Disney Springs Kids Club. The family-friendly entertainment offering is part of Cool Kids’ Summer at Disney Springs and features interactive … Read more
For Cool Kids’ Summer, PhotoPass at Walt Disney World Resort has unveiled a summer photo challenge for guests to participate in. Cool Kids’ Summer Photo Spots To participate in the PhotoPass challenge, guests must visit two specific spots at each of the Walt Disney World parks: Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Magic Kingdom. Each … Read more
Dopey, Grumpy, and Rafiki have arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, apparently for Cool Kids’ Summer. Dopey & Grumpy, Rafiki Meet and Greets There are no posted meet and greet times for the characters, but outdoor meet and greets usually end before sunset. We spotted them in front of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Dopey and … Read more
We spotted Cast Members making ketchup art for guests at Magic Kingdom. This appears to be a unique and unconventional offering for Cool Kids’ Summer at Disney World. Ketchup Art Similar to water drawings by Disney custodians, Cast Members at Casey’s Corner are bringing some unconventional magic to the parks this summer. During our visit … Read more
Kids aren’t the only ones celebrating during this year’s Cool Kids’ Summer at Walt Disney World Resort, now that teachers and educators get a discount on Disney Springs hotels. Teacher Discounts Teachers and educators can take advantage of special summer rates at Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels, with savings available at several hotels near Walt … Read more
Kids can enjoy a coloring corner at Critter Co-Op in Magic Kingdom as part of Cool Kids’ Summer programming. Critter Co-Op is one of the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure gift shops in Frontierland. Critter Co-Op Coloring The coloring station is positioned near one of the check-out counters inside Critter Co-Op. Kids (or kids at heart) can … Read more
Cool Kid’s Summer has returned and will run from May 26 to September 8, 2026. You can now enter through Disney+ Perks to win a family trip for 4 to Walt Disney World, including flights, park tickets, transportation, lodging, a VIP tour, and $1000 in spending money. The Winner will receive a five-night vacation to … Read more
One of the many Cool Kids’ Summer offerings at Walt Disney World is a pajama party at select resort hotels. Kids can enjoy meeting characters in their pajamas, storytime, and more activities. Cool Kids’ Summer Pajama Party Beyond the theme parks, Guests staying at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney’s … Read more
Special displays have been set up for Kids Pin Trading at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. There are designated boards for kids, while adults are also allowed to trade on their own designated board. Kids Pin Trading Following Disneyland’s designated pin trading spot for kids, Disney World also has its own … Read more
Cool Kids’ Summer has officially started, and the 2026 map for Animal Kingdom has debuted. Animal Kingdom Cool Kids’ Summer Map This map is specifically for Animal Kingdom, and there is a spot for kids to write their names on the front. There are also images of Bluey and Bingo, Juddy Hopps and Nick Wilde, … Read more
Cool Kids’ Summer is officially kicking off tomorrow, May 26, but EPCOT is getting a head start on the fun by releasing the map a day early. EPCOT Cool Kids Summer Map This map is specifically for EPCOT, and there is a spot for kids to write their names on the front. There are also … Read more
Cool Kids’ Summer is officially kicking off tomorrow, May 26, but Hollywood Studios is getting a head start on the fun by releasing the map a day early. Hollywood Studios Cool Kids Summer Map This map is specifically for Hollywood Studios, and there is a spot for kids to write their names on the front. … Read more
Cool Kids’ Summer is officially kicking off tomorrow, May 26, but Magic Kingdom is getting a head start on the fun by releasing the map a day early. Magic Kingdom Cool Kids Summer Map This 2026 Cool Kids’ Summer map is specifically for Magic Kingdom, and there is a spot for kids to write their … Read more
Diamond Horseshoe hasn’t had a show in over 20 years, but that has changed with Jessie’s Roundup. It’s part of Cool Kids’ Summer at Walt Disney World to promote the release of Toy Story 5. The experience is set to officially debut on May 26, 2026, but we caught a preview on May 24th. Signage … Read more
Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse welcome guests to Mickey’s house for a fun-filled party. Their friends Goofy, Daisy, and Pluto haven’t made it yet, so Mickey and Minnie take the party on the road to find them. Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! … Read more
