☀️ Cool Kid Summer at Walt Disney World: Everything You Need to Know!

Brandi Parker
Jun 2
2 min read

Updated: Jun 12

Walt Disney World’s Cool Kid Summer 2025 is officially in full swing—and it's bursting with energy, entertainment, and unforgettable family moments! Running May 27 through September 1, 2025, this season-long celebration brings nonstop fun across all four theme parks and even some resorts.

🎉 What is Cool Kid Summer?

Cool Kid Summer is designed with families in mind—but honestly, anyone young at heart will love the DJ dance parties, scavenger hunts, pop-up shows, and surprise character encounters. Plus, you’ll find special summer discounts on tickets and resort stays, making it even more magical!

🏰 Magic Kingdom Highlights

Big Top Bash at Storybook Circus 🎪Dance with Pluto, enjoy midway-style games, and party with stilt walkers!
Galactic Blast in Tomorrowland 🚀Join Stitch for an out-of-this-world DJ party and Pixar crafts inside Merchant of Venus.
NEW! Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away 🌟A nighttime show with characters from Encanto, Coco, Frozen, and more.
✨Starlight Parade (Debuts July)Don’t miss this brand-new parade with two nightly showings!
Cool Kid Scavenger Hunt 🔍Pick up a guide and explore the park in search of surprises!

🌐 EPCOT Highlights

GoofyCore at CommuniCore Hall 🌀An immersive Goofy-themed experience with Limbo, dance parties, and parachute games.
Phineas & Ferb Meet & Greet 👨‍🔬Meet your favorite inventive stepbrothers beginning June 1!
Flower & Garden Festival Eats 🌸Check out kid-approved bites at Farmer’s Feast and Florida Fresh.

🎬 Hollywood Studios Highlights

Get Animated at Animation Courtyard 🎨Games, crafts, surprise characters, and indoor DJ dance parties.
Debuting Stage Shows (May 27)
- Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After 🦹‍♀️Audience votes on the most misunderstood villain!
- The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure 🧜‍♀️Stunning puppetry, new music, and dazzling visuals.

🐾 Animal Kingdom Highlights

Wilderness Explorers Badge Challenge 🐅Earn a limited-time badge through animal spotting and activities.
Rafiki’s Planet Watch Crafts 🐝Learn about pollinators and get hands-on with eco-crafts.
Celebration Sing-Along 🎶Dance, sing, and laugh with this interactive musical show hosted by Dino Institute Interns!

🎁 Resort & Ticket Perks

Kids Tickets 50% Off 👧🧒For visits May 18 – Sept 27, 2025. (Restrictions apply.)
Disney Resort Guest Perks 🏨Extra summer fun when you stay at select Walt Disney World hotels.
Cool Kid Activity Guides 📓Each park has a themed guide full of scavenger hunts, showtimes, and more.