Your Guide to COOL KIDS' Summer 2026 in Disney World
Disney World is rolling out the red carpet again for kids this summer! Here are all the FREE extra offerings kids can enjoy during your visit to Walt Disney World!
COOL KIDS' Summer is Back
Back in January, Disney announced that COOL KIDS' Summer returns to Walt Disney World this year! The festivities will run from. May 26 through September 8, 2026.
Last year's COOL KIDS' summer restored some of the magic of being a kid in Disney to the parks with little surprises around every corner. You can read all about it HERE.
And this year is bound to be just as fun! Here is your guide to everything coming to COOL KIDS' Summer 2026. And don't forget to take advantage of a huge TICKET DEAL for the occasion.
Disney Resort Hotels Perks
The extra magic is coming to select hotels in the Walt Disney World Resort Collection. Perks will be available at Disney's Pop Century Resort, Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, and Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside.
Fun events will include character visits with set appearance times to help make planning your day easier.
Kids who are book lovers are in for a treat! At select Cool KIDS' SUMMER resorts, children will get to enjoy special libraries curated by Disney Publishing. On select evenings, families can also wind down with a cozy pajama party that includes story time and a fun "create your own bedtime story" activity.
Animal Kingdom COOL KIDS' SUMMER
Bluey and Bingo are on their way to Disney's Animal Kingdom just in time to kick off COOL KID's Summer. Starting May 26, guests can play games and dance with Bluey and Bingo at Conservation Station.
Bingo and Bluey arrive in time to kick off COOL KID'S Summer.
Of course, all the fun of the Wild World of Bluey is sticking around beyond summertime. Read all about Walt Disney World's new Bluey offerings HERE.
EPCOT COOL KIDS' SUMMER
Over in EPCOT, things are going to be a little bit Goofy! Head to CommuniCore Hall for a party with Goofy!
A DJ will be leading a dance party. And, families can also enjoy games like limbo and have some fun with parachutes!
Hollywood Studios COOL KIDS' Summer
At Hollywood Studios, the brand new show, Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! debutes May 26, just in time for COOL KIDS' Summer! You can read about it HERE.
Last year, Hollywood Studios also treated kids to some cool character interactions and activities, so we are hoping more will be announced as the date draws near.
Magic Kingdom COOL KIDS' Summer
Jessie's Roundup: A Rip-Roarin' Revue is taking over at the Diamond Horseshoe. Join Jessie, Woody, Bullseye, and more Toy Story pals for an energized roundup with songs, dance, games, and other playful activities.
We are excited for more Toy Story in Magic Kingdom, if only for a little while. You can read even more about this offering HERE.
Disney Springs
There will even be COOL KIDS' fun at Disney Springs. But check the calendar because it happens on select nights only.
The Marketplace will host a special dance party featuring hits from Descendants: Wicked Wonderland and Camp Rock 3. This is in anticipation of new original movies coming to Disney+ this summer!
Water Parks
And, don't forget about the water parks. Remember that free water park admission begins for Disney Resort Hotel guests on their arrival day, starting May 26! Read all about the benefits HERE.
And, you can also enjoy special character interactions. Goofy is going to hang out at Blizzard Beach, and Stitch will be spreading playful chaos at Typhoon Lagoon.
Even More Fun?
We are also hoping to see the return of some perks like special pin trading boards just for kids! So far, this perk has not been announced.
We will let you know if there are any more cool kid perks to look out for!
Are you going to take advantage of COOL KIDS' Summer this year? Let us know, and be sure to share the news with family and friends who are visiting Disney this summer!
