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2026 Guide to Cool Kids’ Summer at Walt Disney World®

Posted on March 24, 2026

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Pack your bags and lace up your sneakers because Disney World is hosting a fun summer event: Cool Kids’ Summer! From May 26 to September 8, you can enjoy the excitement at Walt Disney World® Resort theme parks. Meet your favorite Disney characters, dance at the summer dance party, and enjoy the summer atmosphere. This event is for kids and anyone young at heart. So, be sure to buy your Disney World tickets today for the best summer fun!

What’s Cool KIDS’ SUMMER all about?

Cool Kids’ Summer is a special event happening for a limited time at all four Walt Disney World® Resort parks. It features new shows, colorful spots for kids, exciting DJ dance parties, and great entertainment for young visitors. This fun event has popular Disney characters and many activities to keep kids happy all summer.

Create an unforgettable summer 2026 vacation for your little ones. Here are some of the most exciting activities to enjoy at the Disney World theme parks during this limited-time celebration.

EPCOT©

Children smiling and playing with a character in a large colorful parachute outdoors

GoofyCore at CommuniCore Hall

Get ready for an even more exciting playtime! Join Goofy in this fun adventure where you can dance and have a good time. Dance at fun DJ parties and play your favorite games with silly twists, like Loopy Limbo and Parachutes 'n' Pipsqueaks.

After dancing with Goofy and friends, be sure to visit the outdoor kitchens at the International Flower & Garden Festival.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios©.

Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse characters dancing on a colorful animated outdoor background with trees and a white picket fence.

Feeling groovy and ready to dance with Mickey? Starting May 26, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will host a family-friendly show inspired by Disney Jr.’s Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+. Join Mickey and Minnie on their adventure to find Goofy, Daisy, and Pluto. Enjoy catchy songs, interactive activities, and plenty of opportunities to clap, cheer, and dance!

Magic Kingdom©

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Right image: Costumed character of Jessie from Toy Story standing outside a western-style building.

Jessie’s Roundup: A Rip-Roarin’ Revue

Come join Jessie, Woody, Bullseye, and the other Toy Story friends this summer at the Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom! There will be music, dancing, games, and lots of fun!

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

Beginning April 8, visitors can join Buzz Lightyear on Space Ranger Spin to save the galaxy from Emperor Zurg. In the new ride, Space Rangers will meet Buddy, a support robot made for fun target practice before taking off. Targets light up when hit, and the new handheld blasters have enhanced features. After the mission, Rangers can see new photos of their scores for some friendly bragging.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom©

Two costumed characters and a family of four enjoying a day outdoors, smiling and sharing a snack together in a park setting.

Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station

Bluey and Bingo are going to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! From May 26 and all summer long, you can play games and dance with Bluey and Bingo at Conservation Station.

Blizzard Beach & Typhoon Lagoon©

Costumed character of Stitch from Disney's Lilo and Stitch wearing a flower lei and making playful hand gestures.

What makes a Disney Water Park even more fun? Characters, for sure! This summer, you can catch Goofy in his chill beach gear at Blizzard Beach or watch Stitch getting into trouble at Typhoon Lagoon©.

Splash into the coolest summer events at WDW!

Summer will kick off soon, and Walt Disney World® is excited to welcome you! Treat yourself and your kids to some fun summer activities at WDW.

Jump into the summer fun and bring your kids along to Disney World. Get your Walt Disney World® tickets now and join in on the exciting summer adventures this season. Can’t wait to see you there!

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