Summer can be the coolest time to visit Walt Disney World in Florida because of special activities and experiences that are perfect for kids. There are also special activities and ways to keep cool only available during that time. That is what makes it a Cool Kid Summer. It is coming back bigger and better than ever in 2026. Check out these amazing experiences from Summer 2025!
Cool New Experiences (2025)
Throughout the summer, experience three all-new entertainment offerings perfect for the whole family, plus more thrilling fun with the return of Test Track (2025) presented by General Motors.
DISNEY VILLAINS – UNFAIRLY EVER AFTER – Opening Summer 2025 at Hollywood Studios is a fiendishly funny and fantastical stage show starring iconic Disney villains.
THE LITTLE MERMAID – A MUSICAL ADVENTURE – Opening Summer 2025 at Hollywood Studios allows you to relive Ariel’s enchanting story in this dazzling theatrical production
DISNEY STARLIGHT – DREAM THE NIGHT AWAY – At Magic Kingdom in 2025 you can behold a dazzling new nighttime parade that celebrates magical moments from Disney stories.
TEST TRACK PRESENTED – BY GENERAL MOTOR – A reimagined experience
races into EPCOT, celebrating today’s innovation while highlighting the past, present, and future.
Cool Kid Fun
May 27 – Sept 1, 2025
Discover fun with new experiences available only this summer at all four theme parks! Celebrate your little ones with DJ dance parties, games, hands-on activities and more. Many activities offer an opportunity to have some fun, out of the sun. Perfect for time to COOL down making it a COOL Kid Summer.
Magic Kingdom
Enjoy new big top-themed activities at Storybook Circus, or head over to Tomorrowland for out of this world fun with Stitch!
EPCOT
Join Goofy as he hosts “goofy games” with an amusing game party taking over CommuniCore Hall.
Hollywood Studios
Dance and play with Mickey and his Pals in Animation Courtyard.
Animal Kingdom
Explore new adventures and paths with your favorite Disney characters joining in the music and fun across the park
Cool Resort Perks
Continuing in 2026, guests at Disney Resort Hotels can start their trip with a FREE day at one of the water parks. Guests will also enjoy magical mornings with early theme park entry.
Plus, guests of select Disney Resort hotels can enjoy more family fun and additional young children room amenities throughout their stay all summer long. Resorts in 2025 included Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Pop Century, and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort.
Cool Special Offers
For 2026, kids 3-9 get free dining plans when the parents include a dining plan on their package. More 2026 offers will be released as it gets closer.
More To Come
The first Cool Kid Summer experiences were released in 2025 and we know 2026 will bring even more fun, new experiences, and ways to stay cool with your kids in Disney summer 2026.
