Printable Hocus Pocus Questions

It’s no secret that I’m a HUGE Hocus Pocus fan, and we love to host Hocus Pocus movie nights and even a Hocus Pocus themed trick or treat every year! I even dress up as Mary Sanderson and convince my friends to dress up as the other Sanderson sisters.

I created this printable trivia quiz so that you can use it for your movie nights or Halloween parties, too! And who knows, if you read the rest of this post, there might be a few hidden answers for some of the trivia questions!

Hocus Pocus has become a cult classic in recent years, and there’s even a sequel (Hocus Pocus 2) that was released on Disney Plus in 2022. In the original movie, wickedly hilarious Sanderson sisters, played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, are resurrected after a virgin lights the black flame candle. I mean what could happen? It’s just a bunch of Hocus Pocus!

Printable Hocus Pocus Quiz

The witches take siblings Max and Dani, and their friends Allison and Thackery Binx (who is a talking cat cursed by Winifred Sanderson) on a spooky adventure filled with laughs and scares! This trivia game covers the first Hocus Pocus movie, but I did sneak in a question about Hocus Pocus 2.

I have tried to curate a list of trivia questions with general knowledge for new fans of the movie, as well as some hard ones for those of you that have seen Hocus Pocus dozens of times. From iconic quotes to memorable scenes, to little known trivia facts that might stump you, I came up with the ultimate Hocus Pocus quiz! There was even one in there that I didn’t know until I found it!

Not to give away the answers, I have covered them up in the images of this post. Don’t worry, though – they’re all at the bottom of each card!

Hocus Pocus Trivia Questions

Here are some of the trivia questions that are included (there’s 32 questions in all):

• What does Mary Sanderson ride instead of a broom?
• In what town does Hocus Pocus take place?
• What was the original title of the movie?
• What actress plays Sarah Sanderson?
• What is the name of the zombie that is resurrected by the witches?
• What city were Max and Dani originally from?
• What actor provided the voice for Binx?
• Who lights the black flame candle?

​There are 4 sheets of questions that are sized to fit 8.5 x 11″ printer paper. I prefer my Canon craft printer that prints BORDERLESS sheets – it allows you to take the artwork right to the edge of the paper! You can print the quiz at home and cut out the trivia questions and answers as many times as you want!

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Download Hocus Pocus Trivia Printable

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Printable Bluey Word Search

Bluey is my kids’ favorite cartoon on Disney Junior. Heck, it’s my favorite cartoon. I watch it by myself! Bluey and Bingo Heeler are definitely the most lovable cartoon characters on television in a LONG time.

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Everything is about Bluey over here. They want to try Australian foods. They use the same phrases as Bluey and Bingo. They wanted Bluey valentine cards. They play pretend games – and want all of us to participate. The list never ends.

I will have loads more Bluey printables to post, but first up is this Bluey Word Search. Whether you’re looking for a rainy day activity, a classroom game, a fun travel game, or a Bluey birthday party activity, this word search is perfect!

Words Included in Bluey Word Search Printable

This printable word search puzzle is suitable for younger age kids learning to recognize letters and words, or preschool kids that are able to find words backwards. I have included the main characters in Bluey: Bluey, Bingo, Chilli, and Bandit Heeler.

There are also some of my favorite phrases and items to find from the show: pavlova (a yummy meringue dessert popular in Australia), “wackadoo!” (an Australian slang phrase), takeaway (takeout food), and Unicorse (a toy puppet from the show).

How Can I Print the Bluey Word Search?

I’ve had quite a few questions about which printer I use that prints right to the edge of the paper (borderless printing) – it’s a Canon craft printer and I love it! It’s so popular that it sells out all of the time, so if you see it in stock, grab it!

The word search is sized for an 8.5×11 sheet of plain paper, and works best if you have borderless printing enabled (although regular printing is fine, it will just shrink a little bit).

Bonus: I have included the answer sheet for you to download. If you have younger kids that want to help, they’ll be able to find the word search answers and all of the Bluey words!

I also have more puzzles and printable templates that you can print! Choose as many as you would like and print them out to share with your kids’ friends and teachers.

Download Bluey Printable Word Search

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Get the password below! (If you have the password, head over to the library to download the file.)

You will NOT be sent an email with the file. Free Printables available for download are for PERSONAL USE ONLY. PDF File is included.

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Do you want more character word searches? Leave your suggestions in the comments!

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Secret Things to Do at Walt Disney World

I am all about seeing everything while I am on vacation. I make vacation shirts for my family. I plan photo spots and print out planning sheets for the parks. I know exactly which rides I’m going to reserve with Genie+.

And while all of these things are fun and make for an amazing vacation, there are days where I do NOT want to ride all of the rides or do everything that the whole crowd is doing. Since we are annual passholders, we visit the parks more often than most people, so we don’t have to ride every.single.thing. I enjoy finding the experiences that not many people know about, or aren’t on their “must do” list. Especially when it’s during the holidays, spring break, or festival season.

Although they’re not exactly “secret,” they are all things that are NOT on most people’s Disney vacation itinerary! In my opinion, all of these ideas and tips will make for a better Disney World trip.

12+ Hidden Things to Do at Disney World

There are many hidden gems inside the Disney parks for those that take the time to slow down and look around a bit. Plus, there’s also exclusive experiences that only certain guests can do! (I always want to be one of those people!) So if you are looking for a Disney World activity that’s off the beaten path, here are some hidden things to do at Walt Disney World. Click on the links to head directly to the post section, or scroll down to read all of the ideas!

1. Scavenger Hunts
2. Miniature Golf
3. Disney’s Boardwalk
4. Club Cool at EPCOT
5. Disney Vacation Club Lounges
6. Discover Gardens and Trails
7. Hit the Running Paths
8. Resort Hopping
9. Pin Trading
10. Get a Haircut
11. Get Pixie Dust and Make a Wish
12. Take an Exclusive Tour
13. Get FREE Water

Scavenger Hunts

Themed scavenger hunts are one of our favorite things to do when the parks are busy or we want something different to do. They most obvious of these is to search for “Hidden Mickeys” all over the park, which is a great way to entertain stroller bound kids when they get tired.

Disney World also has a number of theme based scavenger hunts that are fun for kids and adults like. Some of the searches are free, and some are paid but include an exclusive prize at the end.

One of our favorites is the Wilderness Explorer interactive experience at Animal Kingdom. You can visit locations all over the park to collect “badges” just like Russell from the movie “Up.” It’s a great way to explore every nook and cranny of Animal Kingdom!

EPCOT hosts different scavenger hunts based on the time of year. During the Festival of the Arts, there’s a paid hunt where you find a Figment painting hidden in every country of the World Showcase‘

. You can pick up a map inside the gift shops within EPCOT and turn in the completed map for a surprise! Plus, there are character paintings hidden in each country to discover – totally free and really fun!

Similarly, during the Food and Wine festival in the fall, there’s Remy (from “Ratatouille”) figures to discover, and during Easter there’s an Eggstravaganza hunt. Also in the spring, during the Flower and Garden Festival there is usually Spike’s “Pollen-Nation Exploration” to discover hidden bees throughout the World Showcase. The scavenger hunts continue into the holidays with a winter-themed hunt (in 2022 it was themed around Olaf from “Frozen”).

The scavenger hunts continue over at Magic Kingdom with “A Pirate’s Adventures: Treasures of the Seven Seas,” which is a scavenger hunt all over Adventureland with a Pirates of the Caribbean theme. This one has multiple variations (maps) and my little kids beg to do this activity every time we are at Magic Kingdom.

Plus, at Hollywood Studios in Star Wars Land, you can play your way through Batuu using the Play Disney app to interact with various items around the land!

Play a Round of Mini-Golf

I don’t always recommend miniature golf on vacation, but when the parks are REALLY busy, mini golf can be a fun break from the crowds!

Disney World has two mini-golf courses, one at Disney’s Fantasia Gardens (near the Boardwalk Resort) and the other at Disney’s Winter Summerland (near the entrance to Blizzard Beach).

At the Winter Summerland course, you can pick two different courses to play: one winter themed and one summer themed. The last time we went we played the winter course and we all loved it! It has characters built from “snow” and Christmas themed holes! It’s a fun and unique activity and Disney World, and we’ve never seen it very crowded.

Visit Disney’s Boardwalk

Did you know that Disney has a Boardwalk? Nope it’s not just a hotel, although the hotel is attached to it. The Boardwalk at Disney World is a charming waterfront area that is usually very quiet during the day – and free to enter! You can grab sandwiches at the Boardwalk Deli, visit drink stands, play games at a classic arcade, or take a ride around Crescent Lake on a multi-person bike.

Then at night, enjoy nightlife at Jellyrolls (a dueling piano bar) or one of my favorite bars, AbracadaBar. There’s also dining at Flying Fish or Trattoria al Forno.

We sometimes walk over to the Boardwalk from EPCOT. It’s a quick stroll from the International Gateway entrance between the UK pavilion and France pavilion in the World Showcase.

Club Cool at EPCOT

Located near the Creations gift shop in EPCOT, you can try Coca-Cola products from around the world at Club Cool. Inside, there are several soda machines with varying flavors of soda and juice from obscure locations!

It’s always interesting to me what foods and drinks from other countries are popular, so I think this is a really fun stop. Plus, if you can get an unknowing person in your party to try “Beverly” from Italy, Club Cool will be an activity you’ll be talking about for a while!

Tip: I like to try the non-carbonated varieties, and so do my kids! The cups for the soda machines are sample size, so you don’t have to worry about going over board.

Disney Vacation Club Lounges

I was surprised to find out that a ton of members of the Disney Vacation Club don’t know about the exclusive lounges at Walt Disney World!

If you are a Vacation Club owner, you and your guests can escape from the EPCOT crowds by stopping inside the exclusive DVC Lounge for snacks and drinks, and to rest your feet! The lounge is located above the Journey Into Imagination Ride (the Figment Ride) in the big glass pyramid. You can enter through the ride exit/Figment gift shop where there is a small stand manned by a DVC employee. Just show your DVC membership card and they’ll send you upstairs to a reserved seating area (subject to availability).

This is always a favorite stop for my husband and I. The kids can refill their drink cups, grab a small snack, and the teenagers can charge their phones. There’s also large iPad style video games that my kids love to check out for a few minutes. Plus, if we have any questions or want to chat with a DVC guide, they are stationed right there! More than anything, it’s just a great place to relax before heading into the World Showcase.

There’s also another Disney Vacation Club lounge, but its availability has changed over the last few years. The Top of the World lounge is located at the very top of Bay Lake Tower, the DVC hotel next to Disney’s Contemporary Resort.

Top of the World is now known as the “Villains Lair,” and has been over run by Disney Villains. You can visit from 6:00pm to Midnight, but it is subject to black out dates, special party dates, and availability. It is only available to members with “Membership Extras” on their DVC account, and you must have a valid Disney World Resort reservation. Disney recommends that you make a reservation prior to your visit.

It can get VERY busy during Fireworks viewing times, so keep that in mind when planning your trip. I can say from experience, though, that the fireworks are amazing to watch from the Top of the World Lounge!

Discover Gardens and Trails

To find a little serenity in the parks, look for the secret gardens and trails in the parks. They tend to be quiet, even on busy days.

Some of my favorites at EPCOT include the Rose Garden in the United Kingdom pavilion (where you’ll sometimes meet Mary Poppins), and the Japanese Secret Garden in the Japan pavilion. They’re perfect for photographs, grabbing a quick seat while you eat, or even just a quick rest from the hustle and bustle of the World Showcase.

Over at Animal Kingdom, the Gorilla Falls Trail and Maharajah Jungle Trek are lovely, they can get busy if guests are looking for baby animals that are new to the park. Instead, head over to the Discovery Island trails to get up close and personal with the Tree of Life.

The Tree of Life is one of my favorite Disney Parks icons, in part because of the ornate animal carvings that cover the trunk and branches of the tree. There are so many animals to discover! On the “Tree of Life Trail” (as I call it), you can move slowly around the base of the tree to take pictures and appreciate the artistry of the Disney Imagineers.

Magic Kingdom is probably the hardest park to find some peace and quiet, but it can be done! Take a short raft ride over to Tom Sawyer’s Island, and you will feel like you’re in a secluded forest, not the middle of the busiest theme park in the world.

Although there sometimes is a short line to get over the to the island, once you’re over there it’s so quiet and you’ll be mostly by yourselves! There’s caves, a fort, and some obstacle-type trails to keep you busy. If you have kids that are getting overwhelmed by the crowds, this is a great place to let them run around a little bit!

Hit the Running Paths

If you’re spending an afternoon outside of the parks, or want a quiet morning stroll, check your Disney World resort map for running paths! There’s several on property, and they are amazing even if you aren’t training for a Disney marathon.

Our favorites are Port Orleans Riverside, Art of Animation/Pop Century, Crescent Lake (Beach Club, Yacht Club, and Boardwalk), and the Riviera/Caribbean Beach. Another favorite is the path around Seven Seas Lagoon near the Polynesian and Grand Floridian, but it’s under construction right now while the Polynesian DVC Tower is being built.

Resort Hopping

Each of the Disney Resorts have something special to offer, and exploring the resorts is one of our favorite hidden activities to do at Disney World! This is especially true during the holidays, when all of the resorts are decked out in their Christmas decor. There are even life size Gingerbread houses and displays to see at a few resorts.

You can also eat at the Resort restaurants or check out their quick service food options. Some resorts have unique treats or snacks for purchase (like Mickey beignets at Port Orleans French Quarter!) Plus, there is resort specific merchandise and gift shops, which we love to visit.

If you are traveling with adults, a resort bar crawl via the Monorail or Skyliner is especially fun! My absolute favorite lounge is the Enchanted Rose at the Grand Floridian. They have small plates and the most amazing drinks after 3pm. And of course, there is Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at the Polynesian!

If you use Disney Transportation, you are able to visit any of the resorts! Use the monorail, skyliner, or buses to travel in between your favorites. Sometimes for the resorts allow parking or Uber drop off, but this is especially hard at the Magic Kingdom resorts and EPCOT resorts. Check ahead of time if you’re planning to drive.

Pin Trading

This is an hidden thing at Disney World that we watched people participate in for years before the kids started pin trading. Now it’s something they look forward to every trip!

I’m not going to lie, Pin Trading at Disney World can be a massive undertaking if you try to be “serious” traders. Which we are NOT. We avoid pin trading events and most seasoned traders in the parks. BUT, there is a lot of fun to be had!

In tons of locations around the parks, including special areas inside the theme parks, with cast members, or at resort desks, there are pin boards that you can trade pins. If you come with a collection of pins (or buy starter packs at the parks), you can trade with a cast member for one that you like better!

There are sets to collect that can only be found by trading, plus guests from all over the world trade pins at Disney World. It’s a great place to find pins from Disney parks like Shanghai Disneyland or Tokyo Disneyland.

Pin trading is a GREAT way to pass time in the parks if you don’t want to wait in lines all day to ride. We have been known to visit multiple parks a day JUST to pin trade. You get to interact with cast members, learn about pins from other guests, and hopefully find pins that you love!

Get a Haircut

Yup, you can get a haircut at Magic Kingdom! Right as you enter the park, Harmony Barber Shop is to the left next to the Emporium.

I’ll admit, it’s a little more popular than it used to be, and now reservations are recommended. When my oldest boy was little, he would hold out for haircuts until we were going to Disney! And at least 2 of my kids got a “first haircut package” that included ears and a certificate. How cool is it to have your first haircut at Disney World!?

The stylists do a great job, and it’s a fun experience that most people don’t think about. Boys can even get a fun “pixie dust” sprinkle to finish off their look.

Get Pixie Dust and Make a Wish

Speaking of Pixie Dust, you can get some of your very own inside Magic Kingdom. In Sir Mickey’s gift shop (behind Cinderella’s castle), you can visit one of the Fairy Godmother’s helpers and get pixie dust sprinkled in your hair and make a wish!

It’s a quick activity that my girls LOVE to do (yes, even the teenager). It only takes a few seconds but it’s something fun to make your day a tiny bit more magical.

Take a Tour

There are several tours around Disney World if you want to get a behind-the-scenes tour or have a more exclusive experience on your vacation.

Of course, there are the $$$$ VIP tours that are mainly about hitting ALL the major rides, but I prefer the behind the scenes tours that share Disney history and more about the parks.

You should definitely check out:

• Magic Kingdom Keys to the Kingdom Tour, which even takes you into the Utilidors, the underground tunnels beneath Magic Kingdom.
• Behind the Seeds at the Land Pavilion in EPCOT – this one is really cool and isn’t as expensive as others.
• Wild Africa Trek at Animal Kingdom – definitely on my Disney Bucket List. Not all of my kids are old enough yet.

All of these tours require a reservation, and have limited capacity.

Get FREE Cups of Water

This isn’t an activity, but it should be. Everyone assumes that they have to pay $4 (or more!) for a bottle of water or drink from the water fountains (eww) if they want a sip of water. NOPE. You can get ice water for FREE in all of the parks.

Here’s what you have to do: Visit any quick service restaurant or kiosk that serves fountain drinks. Head up to the counter and ask for ice water. Yup, that’s it! Most quick service places have them stacked up and ready to go, and you can get them for your whole party. Use them to refill your water bottles or drink them right away.

Seriously, it’s an under-rated tip. Use it and stay hydrated!

If you try any of these Hidden Things to do at Disney World on your next trip let me know in the comments! There’s so many more hidden things, and I’ll add them as I discover them on future trips!

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Hollywood Studios is arguably the most popular theme park (after Magic Kingdom) at Disney World, due to the addition of Star Wars land. If you are planning a trip to Hollywood Studios, one of the decisions you will need to make is whether or not you want to include Genie+ with your park tickets.

Genie+ is a paid upgrade to the complimentary Genie service within the My Disney Experience App. It is linked to your park ticket, and allows you to book Lightning Lane access to popular attractions and experiences within the Disney Parks.

Genie Plus and Lightning Lanes replaced the existing FastPass system in 2021. At the time this post was published, Genie Plus at Disney World costs at least $15 a day per ticket. As of October 2022, the price of Genie+ is variable, and costs more on certain days based on demand.

Whether or not I agree with the addition of Genie+ is not the point of this post. Unless you plan on booking a VIP Tour Guide, Genie+ is the only way to skip the stand-by line for rides at Disney World or Disneyland. It just is what it is.

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I do recommend that you consider adding Genie Plus to your vacation package, especially if you are visiting during peak travel seasons (Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Years, holiday weekends, Disney marathon weekends, etc.)

Hollywood Studios has a wide variety of attractions, shows, and experiences for guests of all ages. However, it is one of the smallest Disney World parks with some of the most sought after rides. Slinky Dog Dash and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance are two of the most popular rides in all of Walt Disney World.

Hollywood Studios Rides Included with Genie+ Service

Here are the attractions and shows included with Genie+ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (subject to change at any time):

• Alien Swirling Saucers
• Beauty & the Beast Live on Stage
• Disney Junior Play and Dance!
• For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
• Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!
• Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight
• Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
• Muppet*Vision 3D
• Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
• Slinky Dog Dash
• Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
• Toy Story Mania!
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

Additionally, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is available for Individual Lightning Lane (ILL) purchase. This ride is the most popular at Hollywood Studios (in addition to Slinky Dog Dash) and reservations fill up usually within a couple of minutes. If you are traveling with a party, one person should book this reservation, and another book your first Lightning Lane Genie+ selection at 7:00am.

There are several strategies to plan your Genie+ day at Hollywood Studios, so you need to keep in mind your goals for what you intend to accomplish. Every family is different, but I will give you the popular suggestions for what are the best rides to get Lightning Lane (FastPasses) for at Hollywood Studios.

If you are staying at a Disney World Resort, you will be able to book your first Genie Plus selection at 7:00am. If you are staying off-property, you will be able to book your first Lightning Lane at park open. You will be able to book additional passes every 2 hours or as you use your current Lightning Lane selections.

Obviously, it is beneficial to book your first Lightning Lane reservations as close to park open as possible. This may not happen depending on crowd levels, so expect that you will be booking Lightning Lane selections for the afternoon on the 2 hour interval starting 2 hours after park opening. Make sure you set an alarm!

We usually choose to book ride attraction Lightning Lane passes first, and if we need to, we fill in with shows. You can usually see them in between your Lightning Lane reservations if you have longer gaps between them. Shows generally end earlier in the day, so if seeing them all (Frozen, Indiana Jones, and Beauty and the Beast) with seats at the front, make sure you watch the show times on the My Disney Experience App.

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Best Rides for Genie Plus at Hollywood Studios

Here are the best rides to get FastPasses for at Hollywood Studios using Genie+. This is the strategy I use *most days,* excluding holidays when the parks are a total mess. These are the rides I suggest you book Lightning Lane Fast Passes for, in order of popularity:

1. Slinky Dog Dash: This roller coaster is one of the newer attractions at Hollywood Studios and it is also one of the most popular. It is within Toy Story Land, and has a height requirement of 38″, making it one of the most family friendly roller coasters at Disney World. The wait times for this ride can be extremely long, so getting a FastPass for it is a must. If you want to ride Slinky Dog Dash, you need to book this ride IMMEDIATELY at 7:00am. Reservations go very quickly (within a couple of minutes on most days).
2. Twilight Zone Tower of Terror: This classic Hollywood Studios attraction is a must-do for thrill seekers. The ride takes guests on a terrifying elevator ride through the haunted Hollywood Tower Hotel. The wait times are usually long for this ride, and Lightning Lane passes will fill up, usually in the morning. I would recommend this ride be your second selection if you want to get a Lightning Lane pass.
3. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway: This ride replaced The Great Movie Ride, and a version of it just opened at Disneyland. This ride happens to be one of my favorite, so if we aren’t booking Tower of Terror, this is my next ride. You will be likely only be able to get evening reservation times starting around 12pm, and it will sell out later in the day.
4. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run: This interactive ride allows guests to take control of the Millennium Falcon and complete a mission, making it a must-do for Star Wars fans. This ride will usually “sell out” reservation times in the early to mid-afternoon.
5. The next rides to fill up will be Toy Story Mania! and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. Toy Story Mania! is an interactive ride where you play mini-games featuring characters from the Toy Story movies. This is a family favorite and we always book this ride! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is a high speed coaster meant for adults and older kids 48″ or taller. If I visit Hollywood Studios with my younger kids, we don’t book this Lightning Lane, and instead send the older kids and adults through the Single Rider Line. They won’t get to ride together, but it is a faster way to move through the line if the stand-by line is long.
   
   The following rides generally have availability throughout the day, and we tend to book these on an as needed basis (aka what NOT to book as your Lightning Lanes, at least early in the day!):
   
6. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue: This 3D motion simulator ride takes guests on a journey through the Star Wars universe. The ride features multiple storylines, and is a favorite of Star Wars fans. This is the original Star Wars ride offered at Hollywood Studios, and all of my kids love it!
7. Alien Swirling Saucers: This spinning ride takes guests on a journey through the Toy Story universe, where they must try to avoid getting captured by the aliens. The wait times for this ride can be annoyingly long, so this is a great one to get if you have smaller children. It is not usually a priority for us, however.
8. Muppet*Vision 3D: This 4D film features the Muppets in a series of comedic skits and musical numbers. This “ride” is really a show, but my kids think of it as a ride. It’s our lowest priority, and is usually a 10 min wait or less. We hardly ever book a Lightning Lane for this show, and instead use it as an escape from the heat or crowds.
9. Disney Junior Play and Dance!: We only book this show if we are traveling with much younger kids and it is a very busy park day. Having a Lightning Lane and arriving to the line early in the reservation period will make it more likely that your child will have a good location in the theatre.

I hope that helps you plan your day at Hollywood Studios! Keep in mind that the availability of Lightning Lane for certain rides can be limited, so it’s important to plan ahead and make your top ride selections as early as possible. I am happy to answer questions about Lightning Lane or Hollywood Studios. Send me an email or comment below!

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It’s no secret that I love Disney and am a huge Disney fan! I also like to make and wear creative and unique Disney shirts for all of our trips. As an annual passholder, I have visited Disney parks countless times. It’s so much fun to make Disney SVG Files and custom t shirts for my whole family to match the holiday, season, festival, or current favorite Disney character.

These Free Disney SVGs are also perfect to make printables, coffee mugs, water bottles, or other Disney themed crafts! With vinyl, paper, and HTV, you are only limited by your imagination!

Are you just learning how to use your Cricut or Silhouette machine? Here’s some basic information to get you started.

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What is a SVG File?

SVG stands for “scalable vector graphic” and is a type of file that you can resize for any project and the integrity of the design will remain the same. Instead of pixels, the image is created from vector points that contain a mathematic formula.

Those vector points are used as “cut points” by electronic cutting machines. In addition, they are PERFECT for using with Cricut Design Space because they are designed to change size as well as maintain different layers that can be set by the designer. Those are both useful features when cutting designs with your Cricut machine!

SVG files can be uploaded to your cutting machine program, such as Cricut Design Space or Silhouette Studio. That feature is currently FREE for Cricut users and is a paid upgrade with the professional version of Silhouette Studio.

If this is a new concept for you, Learn How to Upload SVG files for Cricut. Cricut is my favorite cutting machine, so a lot of my tutorials revolve around the Explore Air or Maker machines.

In addition to SVG (.svg) files, you may find that some of these free SVGs may also be offered as .png files, .dxf files, .eps files, or .jpg files. These files work well in other applications such as print then cut designs (like printable stickers) or printable-only designs.

You can also use Disney SVG files to create your own stickers for personal use using Cricut Design Space. I have a full tutorial about How to Use the Offset Tool in Design Space.

Where Can I Download Disney SVG Files?

There are many sources available to download FREE Disney SVG Files. Just as with other SVG files or downloadable products, you want to download them from reputable sources.

I prefer to download Free SVG files from known blogs or companies that have a social media presence or designer behind the brand (like me!) We spend a lot of time and energy to design Disney themed SVG files that are inspired by our Disney favorites, as opposed to copying images owned by others.

Here are some of my favorite blogs and websites that design Free SVG files, including some Disney inspired cut files!

• Pineapple Paper Co. (this site is owned by me!)
• Happiness is Homemade
• That’s What Che Said
• Hey Let’s Make Stuff
• Liz on Call
• Ruffles and Rainboots
• Designs by Miss Mandee

Where Can You Buy Disney SVG files? I also offer premium Disney themed SVG files in my shop, so make sure you check out my theme park, Christmas, and Encanto-themed bundles!

If you need more resources for free cut files, make sure you check out my Where to Download Free SVG Cut Files post. You can find free cut files to make almost everything! From tote bags, wall art, a personalized gift to shirts, there are SO many projects to make!

Best Disney SVG Files to Download for Free

Here are some unique Disney SVG designs that I love, including Mickey Mouse, Disney Princess, Disney Cruise, and Disney Park themed files! You can download them for FREE, just make sure you follow the instructions provided on each blog to support each designer. Be especially careful to read if the files are offered for commercial or personal use (Disney SVG Files are almost always for personal use only.)

Upload each Disney cut file to your Cricut or Silhouette to make Disney decor or a vacation shirt for your next Disney trip!

This Stitch SVG is my favorite design I have on my blog. Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii is one of my favorite places, and this shirt was perfect for our most recent trip!

FREE Stitch SVG File – Lilo and Stitch SVG – Once Upon a Theme Park

FREE Stitch SVG to make shirts, mugs, totes, and more for your next Disney or Aulani trip! Get the free Disney SVG download!

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How cute is Baby Yoda from “The Mandalorian?” This Baby Yoda SVG (Grogu, as he is now known) was one of my first designs, is one of my favorite Disney SVG files!

Baby Yoda SVG – Free Baby Yoda SVG – Once Upon a Theme Park

FREE Baby Yoda SVG to make your own Star Wars shirt! Get the FREE Cricut and Silhouette Grogu SVG at Once Upon a Theme Park!

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Star Wars is a favorite franchise of ours (I have even gathered 15+ Star Wars Shirt Ideas), and this simple Star Wars SVG is perfect for Star Wars Day (May 4th) or a trip to the planet Batuu in Hollywood Studios or Disneyland!

FREE Star Wars SVG – May the Force Be With You – Once Upon a Theme Park

Download a FREE May the Force Be With You SVG File to make a DIY Star Wars Shirt with your Cricut or Silhouette machine

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Speaking of Halloween, my love for Hocus Pocus knows no bounds. After the release of Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney Plus, my Free Hocus Pocus SVGs went crazy over at Pineapple Paper Co. Of course, I designed a Sanderson Sisters SVG just for the movie!

Hocus Pocus 2 SVG Cut File

FREE Hocus Pocus 2 SVG File to make Mugs, Shirts, and Hocus Pocus Decorations with Cricut & Silhouette Machines at Once Upon a Theme Park

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I was inspired to create this Frozen SVG after watching Frozen 2 with my kids. One of our favorite Disney characters is Olaf, and he’s so funny in that movie! Where’s Samantha?

Frozen SVG File – FREE Frozen 2 SVG – Once Upon a Theme Park

FREE Frozen SVG to make your own DIY Frozen shirt, mug or tote! Download the FREE Cricut and Silhouette Disney SVG!

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If you’re a fan of the Pixar movie “Luca,” you’ll love this simple “Silenzio Bruno” design. It looks super cute on a shirt, but is also makes cute home decor!

Silenzio Bruno FREE SVG FILE – Once Upon a Theme Park

Download a FREE Silenzio Bruno SVG file to make a Luca shirt for your next Disney Park or Epcot Trip!

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Although I don’t collect a TON of Disney decor, I do sprinkle a little pixie dust (yup, that’s a Peter Pan reference, of course!) around my home with Walt Disney quotes. This hand lettered design is offered as a printable as well as a SVG design so you can use it on a ton of different projects!

Free Inspiring Walt Disney Quote SVG and Printable

Download a FREE Walt Disney Quote SVG File to use with your Cricut or Silhouette to make wall art, shirts, and more! Plus download a FREE Printable version of the Disney quote.

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One of the fun things about making your own vacation shirts is that it’s easy to keep up with current trends. Encanto exploded onto the scene in 2021 and Disney fans created a demand for merchandise that was totally unexpected. You don’t have to wait for new shirts to launch at Disney if you make your own with free files for Cricut or Silhouette!

Free Encanto SVG – We Don’t Talk About Bruno SVG Cut File

We Don’t Talk About Bruno Encanto SVG File – Make Your Own Shirt for Disney with a Cricut and Free Designs at Once Upon a Theme Park

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Encanto Candle Cut File – A Girl and a Glue Gun

So Grab this Encanto Candle Cut file for free so you can show off your love of this amazing movie! Just don’t talk about Bruno!

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I am obsessed with this 3D Disney Layered SVG of the Encanto Casita! Designs by Miss Mandee always makes the most amazing SVG files!

3D Encanto House – Casita Cut File – Designs By Miss Mandee

After some re-working (and a lot of patience) I am pleased to finally share my 3D Encanto house with you! Download the FREE Cricut cut file.

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Although we make shirts to wear to Magic Kingdom and the other Disney World Parks, we show our love for all things Disney theme parks in our every day t shirts as well! This Disney Snack SVG Free from Heidi at Happiness is Homemade is one of my favorite designs!

“Best Day Ever” Disney Shirt + SVG File – Happiness is Homemade

Use our FREE Disney SVG file to make this adorable Disney Fun shirt! Everyone will love your new custom Disney shirt describing your “Best. Day. Ever.”

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This Minnie Mouse ears silhouette is super simple but can be used for a ton of different projects! It ranks as one of my best Disney SVGs and I have used it for shirts as well as personal party decor for my daughter!

Minnie Mouse SVG with Birthday Party Decor Ideas

Plan a Minnie Mouse Birthday Party with your Cricut Machine and make all of the Minnie Mouse Birthday Party Supplies yourself!

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Don’t miss my whole post with Minnie Mouse SVG Files!

Holidays are another great time to incorporate Disney designs into your wardrobe! This St. Patrick’s Day free SVG download was a request from one of my kids.

Disney St. Patrick’s Day SVG File – Once Upon a Theme Park

Disney St. Patrick’s Day FREE SVG FILE to make your own Disney shirt for St. Patrick’s Day. Download at Once Upon a Theme Park!

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If you want to make DIY Disney shirts for a Disney Cruise, this design from Pretty Providence is perfect!

DIY Disney Cruise Shirts – Pretty Providence

Thank you to Disney Cruise Line for inviting us to have an incredible experience aboard the Disney Dream! We made these fun Disney Cruise shirts for the occasion.

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Liz from Liz on Call is a great resource for all things Disneyland, and I love her shirt ideas!

Squad Goals DIY Disney Shirts — Liz on Call

Get the free cut files to make these squad goals DIY Disney shirts for your next trip to Disney World or Disneyland . They will surely help you find your squad while at the parks.

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My son’s favorite ride is The Haunted Mansion! These DIY Welcome Foolish Mortals Lanterns from Polka Dot Chair make perfect Halloween Decor.

DIY Haunted Mansion Lanterns & Free SVG Files | Polka Dot Chair

Create these fun Haunted Mansion Inspired Lanterns to use for your Halloween decor. Ideas for Haunted Mansion decor and craft projects.

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Here’s another amazing 3D paper cut creation from Designs by Miss Mandee:

3D Disney World Castle – Intricate Cut File – Designs By Miss Mandee

I have this beautiful, 3D Disney World castle to share with you today! Download the FREE Cricut cut file template.

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Grab this Mickey SVG and a few others over a A Girl and a Glue Gun:

Oh Mickey You So Fine (and More!) – A Girl and a Glue Gun

Some fun Disney shirts to make for you upcoming Disney vacations!

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How awesome is this idea to collect Disney autographs on a t shirt?! I absolutely love this free Disney SVG from the Pinning Mama.

DIY Disney Autograph Shirt – the Pinning Mama

If you are planning a trip to Disney with kids, then add this to you list of musts! Use this adorable shirt to gather autographs from all of your favorite characters and princesses at Disney!

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You can grab 9 different Disney SVG Files from Perfect Stylish Cuts. I especially like the Disney Vacation Fund design to make a DIY Disney Savings Jar.

FREE Disney Vacation SVG Files – Perfect Stylish Cuts

Download 9 FREE Disney SVG Files for Cricut to make family vacation shirts and other Disney Cricut projects.

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If you are going to Disney World or Disneyland in the Fall, this is a perfect design!

Fall Leaves and Disney SVG – Poofy Cheeks Blog

Fall Disney SVG, DXF, PNG cut file for Silhouette and Cricut. Fall Leaves and Disney Please disney shirt design.

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Floral Disney SVG files are really popular right now. This floral Mickey SVG is perfect for all kind of crafts, including shirts!

Free Mickey Floral SVG (& PNG Cut File) ⋆ Extraordinary Chaos

"Free Mickey Floral SVG Cut File For Summer Projects to create scrapbook layouts, Mickey cards and personalised Mickey Messages."

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I hope you have found some Disney SVG designs for your next project or trip! Let me know if you make anything with the files you liked best!

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Star Wars Disney Vacation Shirts

My entire family are huge Star Wars fans! We love all of the characters including Darth Vader, Boba Fett, The Mandalorian, and of course the droids! We even have a puppy named Mando that has his own Star Wars t-shirt.

We love visiting Galaxy’s Edge (or Star Wars land as my kids call it) when we are at the Disney parks. The Star Wars themed area is at both Disneyland and Disney World (Hollywood Studios), and we’ve been to both. We are so excited to plan a cruise aboard the Galactic Starcruiser, but will probably wait until our kids are a little bit older.

If you’re planning a Disney vacation, you’ll definitely want Disney family vacation shirts! Even if you’re not planning to travel, these Star Wars shirt ideas are a great way to celebrate your favorite Disney characters from the Star Wars universe.

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I have included shirts from a variety of sources. I’ve even included small shops and DIY Disney Shirts – you know I’m all about making your own t-shirt!

Star Wars Disney Shirt Ideas

Baby Yoda (Grogu) is one of the most popular Star Wars characters right now! Grogu is from The Mandalorian on Disney+ and is so adorable! Download this Free SVG and make your own Baby Yoda shirt for your next trip to Galaxy’s Edge.

Baby Yoda SVG – Free Baby Yoda SVG – Once Upon a Theme Park

FREE Baby Yoda SVG to make your own shirt! Get the FREE Cricut and Silhouette Grogu SVG!

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Every Star Wars fan (and even most other people) know this quote from Star Wars. Cut the Free SVG and use iron on to make your own classic Star Wars shirt.

FREE Star Wars SVG – May the Force Be With You

Download a FREE May the Force Be With You SVG File to make a DIY Star Wars Shirt with your Cricut or Silhouette machine.

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This Pew Pew Pew file is probably one of my favorites on my website. It’s good for any age and will make you laugh as you make the noise in your head!

Pew Pew Pew – Star Wars SVG

Make a DIY Star Wars Pew Pew Pew Shirt with SVG Files by Once Upon a Theme Park – Disney Inspired Vacation SVG Files to use with your Cricut!

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Star Wars T Shirt Ideas from Etsy

If you want to support smaller shops and crafters, definitely go to Etsy to look for Star Wars Disney Shirt ideas! There are a ton of really great designs, but these are some of my favorites!

Never Underestimate a Droid | Etsy

I adore this small shop! The Pixie Place has the cutest design that features everyone's favorite droids: BB-8 and R2-D2! Plus, Princess Leia and Rey take the lead as well!

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Chewie We’re Home | Etsy

This screen printed shirt is also from The Pixie Place – I'm telling you, I love their shirts! This design is also on my must-buy list for my next Star Wars land trip.

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Disney Shirt Starwars Disney Shirt Chewbacca Punch It | Etsy

Punch It Chewie with the Millennium Falcon is an awesome take on a common shirt design. I love it and think it's perfect for your next Disney vacation!

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Star Wars T Shirt Endor Forest T-shirt Men’s & | Etsy

The Ewoks was one of my favorite movies as a kid, so I have a love for everything Ewoks. This cool Endor t shirt is perfect for Star Wars fans, Ewok fans, or even National Park fans!

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Star Wars Galaxy Edge Shirt | Etsy

How perfect is this Star Wars shirt for Disneyland or Hollywood Studios? Everyone will love this simple shirt design.

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Trust the Force / Best Gift for Star Wars and Disney Fans / | Etsy

✧ The Trust The Force Shirt is a mustard color ✧ Bella/canvas Unisex t-shirts ✧ Please note that these are normal unisex tees even though Etsy lists them as men’s sizes.

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Star Wars Shirt Empire Strikes Back Comfort Colors Shirt | Etsy

This Empire Strikes Back movie poster shirt is a comfort colors shirt – it has the perfect vintage feel without being vintage!

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Star Wars Shirt Disneyland Shirt Rebel Alliance Shirt | Etsy

This small shop on Etsy has the cutest shirts. Support the rebel alliance with this Star Wars t shirt featuring the rebel symbol and an X-wing fighter!

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Batuu College Style T-shirt | Etsy

This college style Batuu t-shirt is a must have for your next trip to the galaxys edge! It's perfect for a stylish teenager or college student, too.

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Star Wars T Shirts on Amazon

One of the perks of shopping on Amazon for Star Wars shirts is that they arrive fast! If you have waited until the last minute to pick out your Star Wars Disney shirt, Amazon is a great place to go!

STAR WARS Mos Eisley Cantina Tatooine Men’s Adult Graphic Tee T-Shirt

My husband and son both own this shirt. It's good quality and is such a fun Star Wars shirt!

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Star Wars Vintage Psych Rebels T-Shirt

This vintage inspired Star Wars shirt is so bright and fun. This is my newest shirt I'll be wearing to Disney!

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STAR WARS Men’s Millennium Falcon Blueprint Drawing T-Shirt

This shirt was available at Target for a long time. I've owned it for years! It's one of my favorite shirt. It has a vintage feel to it!

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Star Wars Princess Leia Quote T-Shirt

This Princess Leia shirt comes in Kids, Women, and Men sizes – it's one of my daughter's favorite designs!

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Make sure you pin these Star Wars Disney shirt ideas for your next trip!

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20+ Things to Do in Disneyland

If you’re headed to the Los Angeles area of Southern California, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Disneyland! Disneyland is the original theme park opened by Walt Disney in 1955. It is the only Disney park that Walt Disney lived to see completed. Even if you have been to Walt Disney World, you can’t miss the nostalgia and fun of Disneyland.

On your first visit (or even your 5th!) Disneyland can seem overwhelming! There is SO much to do there, so even if you only hit some of my ideas below, you will have the best time! From roller coasters, to the Star Wars planet Batuu, to taking pictures in front of the castle, I will share some of my favorites to help you plan your visit!

And don’t worry, even though I will mention all of the best rides, I will make sure there’s an activity here that everyone will love. There’s a reason Disneyland is the Happiest Place on Earth!

Rides & Attractions at Disneyland

When you think about Disneyland, most people think about rides! Disneyland Resort is home to over 35 rides, including some of my most favorite rides! If you have been to Disney World, Disneyland is similar to Magic Kingdom. But Disneyland has different rides, contains more themed areas, and is a totally different experience.

Nostalgic Rides

If you’re a Disney fan, you will love the history behind a lot of the rides at Disneyland. When Walt Disney decided to create an amusement park, he personally helped create some of the most famous rides at Disneyland. It’s so much fun to ride It’s a Small World or Haunted Mansion and think that Walt Disney had a hand in what you see. These rides are some of the most relaxing, too!

Here are my favorite rides if you want to get the nostalgic feel of Disneyland:

• Peter Pan’s Flight
• Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride
• Jungle Cruise
• Disneyland Railroad
• Haunted Mansion
• It’s a Small World

Thrill Rides

If you love thrill rides, you won’t be disappointed. Some of the most popular rides at Disneyland are Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and the Matterhorn Bobsleds. They are family friendly roller coasters that bigger kids and adults will love!

My favorite thrill rides at Disneyland are:

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
• Indiana Jones Adventure
• Space Mountain
• Matterhorn Bobsleds
• Splash Mountain (both a slow ride AND a thrill ride!)

Want to know the Ride Heights for Disneyland? If you’re traveling with young children, make sure you read my whole post on Ride Heights at Disney, and download a FREE Ride Height Requirements chart that you can take to the parks with you!

Fun Rides

Since Disneyland is designed to be very family friendly, there are a ton of rides that even the littlest kids can ride. Including all of the nostalgic rides from above, my favorite quiet rides are:

• Pirates of the Caribbean
• Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters
• Snow White Enchanted Wish
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• Autopia

Quiet/Walkthrough Rides

If thrill rides or dark rides aren’t your thing, check out some of the quiet rides and walkthrough rides. They are great for younger kids or those that don’t want to ride.

• Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough
• Tarzan’s Treehouse
• King Arthur Carrousel
• Storybook Land Canal Boats

Shows & Experiences at Disneyland

Not only are there tons of rides to entertain you at Disneyland, you can sit back and relax at shows! They will entertain you when you need a quiet moment or don’t want to stand in a long line.

One of my most favorite shows is an attraction that Walt Disney personally helped develop. Not only it is fun to watch, it is actually some of the earliest animatronics to come out of the imagineering department. What is it? Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, of course! It is a good place to take a set when the wait times get a little too long.

In addition to shows, there are smaller experiences that you can check out at Disneyland, too.

My favorite shows and experiences are:

• Main Street Cinema
• Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
• Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition

Music Acts at Disneyland

Just walking around the Disneyland park is a treat for the ears. If you enjoy live music, there are plenty of live performers around the different lands. You can enjoy them while you have a snack or stop to take a rest from walking.

• The Dapper Dans
• Main Street Piano Player
• Tomorrowland Disneyland Band
• Pearly Band near It’s a Small World
• The Bootstrappers
• Jambalaya Jazz in New Orleans Square

Parades & Fireworks at Disneyland

A trip to Disneyland isn’t complete without a parade viewing. Similarly, I love to top off my day in the park with an evening Fireworks display. Disneyland parades and fireworks are incredibly popular and are a beautiful spectacular to see! As of 2022, these are the mini-parades (cavalcades) and fireworks shows at Disneyland:

• Frozen Friends Cavalcade
• Mickey and Friends Cavalcade
• Mickey’s Mix Magic with Fireworks

Main Street USA, Disneyland

Main Street USA was designed to replicate his hometown of Marceline, Missouri. A stroll down Main Street is what you experience first when you walk into Disneyland. It always gives me butterflies to stand on Main Street and walk towards Sleeping Beauty castle. It’s a great place to view parades and fireworks, but it will be crowded. Everyone knows that it is a great spot!

On Main Street you can find snacks, souvenirs, and clothing. Plus, little kids will love the Penny Arcade, too!

Themed Sub Areas/Lands in Disneyland

Disneyland is home to a variety of themed lands. One of my favorite things to do at Disneyland (and any Disney park, really) is to walk around and just appreciate the amazing work of the Disney imagineers. You can find different plants, building styles, food, and characters in each of the different areas of the park. The amount of tiny details that you discover will surprise you!

The areas in Disneyland are:

• Main Street USA
• Fantasyland
• Tomorrowland
• Adventureland
• Frontierland
• New Orleans Square
• Critter Country
• Mickey’s Toontown
• Galaxy’s Edge

Main Street USA, along with Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Advertureland, and Frontierland are the original lands. New Orleans Square was added in 1966, Critter Country in 1972, and Toontown opened in 1993. The Star Wars themed Galaxy’s Edge land opened in 2019. Mickey’s Toontown just began a massive renovation in 2022 and will be redesigned to include Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway.

Disneyland Galaxy’s Edge

If you are a Star Wars fan, you can’t miss the newest land added to Disneyland! Space travelers will find themselves visiting the planet Batuu. It is this most immersive themed land in Disneyland history. You can eat Star Wars themed food, see Star Wars characters and pilot the Millennium Falcon!

Galaxy’s Edge is one of my favorite areas to visit. Here are some of the highlights that you don’t want to miss:

• Build a Lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop
• Build a Droid
• Visit Oga’s Cantina
• Ride Rise of the Resistance & Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run
• Drink Blue Milk at the Milk Stand
• Eat at Docking Bay 7 or Ronto Roasters

Snacks & Drinks at Disneyland

Speaking of eating, snacking is an activity all on it’s own at Disneyland! You can eat different snacks all day long. Many snacks and drinks are exclusive to Disneyland California.

Some snacks like Dole Whip, Churros, and Mickey Pretzels have a cult following. Dole Whip is one of my favorite treats at any Disney park!

There are seasonal varieties of a lot of the snacks, and there are also drinks and snacks that are particular to certain lands. If you are traveling to Disneyland during the holiday season, there will even be more snacks and drinks to try!

Here are some of my must-haves snacks and drinks:

• Blue Milk – a frozen drink available only in Galaxy’s Edge, and is a pop culture reference to the Star Wars movies
• Mint Julep and Beignets – New Orleans Square
• Raspberry Rose Macaron – Jolly Holiday Bakery
• Boysen Apple Freeze – Maurice’s Treats
• Dole Whip – original pineapple and the different flavors at Tropical Hideaway
• Churro Toffee – Candy Palace

You can print out a Disney Snacks Word Search Printable to entertain the kids while you eat around the park!

Character Meet & Greets at Disneyland Park

It is not surprising that Disneyland is a great place to meet Disney characters! With the gradual reopening of Disneyland, character experiences have popped up over the entire park. Meet and greets with the characters are currently modified. You can get pictures but usually have to stand a little bit away from the characters.

Some of the regular character meet and greets are:

• 100 Acre Wood Friends (Winnie the Pooh characters)
• Disney Princesses
• Tinker Bell
• Classic Storybook Characters
• Woody, Jessie, and other Pixar Characters
• Mickey, Minnie, and Classic Characters

There will sometimes be other rotating characters depending on the season, and popular movies/shows at the time. Miguel from Coco has been there recently, as well as Mirabel from Encanto.

Places to Eat at Disneyland

There are so many places to eat while at Disneyland. You can mobile order snacks and quick service meals, but there are also sit down restaurants. Reservations are recommended at all Disneyland sit down restaurants and can be made online or on the Disneyland app.

Here are some of my favorites:

• Docking Bay 7 and Ronto Roasters in Galaxy’s Edge (quick service)
• Cafe Orleans (try the Monte Cristo sandwich)
• Blue Bayou
• River Belle Terrace
• Mint Julep Bar
• Maurice’s Treats
• Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe

Character Dining in Disneyland

Character Dining is just another way to enjoy dining at Disneyland. While you eat, characters will walk around the restaurant for pictures. Experiences are modified, but it’s a great way to see a lot of characters while eating a sit down meal.

There is currently only one character dining meal inside Disneyland. The Plaza Inn has a character breakfast with Mickey Mouse and other classic characters.

Are There Other Things To Do At Disneyland?

If you are visit Disneyland, luckily there are a number of options of things to do just outside of the park gates. The most important thing to consider while at Disneyland is park hopping!

California Adventure

Disney’s California Adventure theme park opened in the former Disneyland parking lot in 2001. With a park hopper ticket, you can visit Disneyland and California Adventure in one day! If you only have one day at Disneyland, you may want to spend your whole day there. But if you have a couple of days to spend at Disneyland, consider park hopping to California Adventure!

You can enter California Adventure in the same area that you enter Disneyland, so it is very easy to jump back and forth between the parks. Like Disneyland, California Adventure has its own rides, attractions, shows, dining, and shopping! If it’s possible, you definitely need at least a full day to explore California Adventure!

If you can only hit the highlights at California Adventure, I would recommend:

• Toy Story Mania and Pixar Pier
• Incredicoaster
• Avengers Campus (character appearances are a must)
• Mission Breakout
• Soarin’ Around the World
• Radiator Springs Racers
• Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree (great for younger kids)
• Lamplight Lounge
• Cozy Cone Snacks and Drinks in Cars Land
• World of Color (due to reopen in Spring 2022)

Downtown Disney

Also right next to the entrance of Disneyland is the Downtown Disney area. Here you can go shopping for Disney merchandise as well as stand alone stores such as Lego and Pele Soccer.

There are a ton of places to eat or grab drinks, including Black Tap (home of the Crazy Milkshakes!) and Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen. If you are looking for something fun to do that isn’t an amusement park, you can go bowling at Splitsville Luxury Lanes.

Resort Hopping

Disneyland Resort is home to 3 resorts: the Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, and Paradise Pier. There are a ton of local hotels at which you can stay, but Disney hotels provide an experience unlike off brand hotels surrounding the parks. Even if you don’t stay at one of the Disney resort on site hotels, definitely take some time to wander around and take in the atmosphere.

You can also reserve dining at the hotels. Goofy’s Kitchen is at the Disneyland Hotel and is popular with young kids. Storyteller’s Cafe is at the Grand Californian. Both are buffet/family style and are character dining experiences!

Photo Opportunities

If you are traveling with family members, you will definitely want to commemorate the trip with a ton of family photos. Disneyland has a ton of incredible photo spots including Sleeping Beauty’s castle and Main Street USA . There are a ton of smaller spots, so definitely keep your eyes peeled for special spots to take pictures! Sometimes candid photos while on rides or walking around the park are just as good (if not better), so don’t be afraid to take a ton of pictures.

Other Things to Do in the Disneyland Area

If you love amusement parks, Knott’s Berry Farm and Universal Hollywood are within driving distance to Disneyland. Disneyland is so close to a number of activities in the metro Los Angeles area. Plus, you can easily drive to San Diego to visit Legoland or the San Diego Zoo. Of course, there’s also the beach! Disneyland is just a short drive to the Pacific Ocean.

Tips for Planning a Disneyland Vacation:

You currently need a park reservation to visit Disneyland or California Adventure. Before you purchase your tickets, confirm your travel dates are available using the Disneyland reservation calendar.

During the holidays, there are special events that take place. You can purchase tickets to these events, and they are very popular (and a lot of fun!) They may include extra park hours, special character experiences, unique parades or fireworks displays, and/or special themed drinks and snacks. Some of the most popular are: Oogie Boogie Bash, Disneyland After Dark, Disney Festival of Holidays, Sweetheart Night, and more!

If it’s your first time to Disneyland, don’t stress about it! Regardless of what you ride or what you eat, you will have a great time! Go into it with an open mind and enjoy yourself!

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Star Wars Trivia Game

Since the 1970s, Star Wars has played a major part in pop culture. The original Star Wars trilogy starring Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia, and Harrison Ford as Han Solo kicked off a sci-fi franchise that not even Yoda would have predicted. Multiple films, spin off series, and TV shows are now part of the Star Wars world.

RELATED POST: Free Star Wars May the Force Be With You SVG File

I grew up with the Star Wars franchise, and I am a long time fan of the original trilogy. Now I get to share the entire Star Wars film series with my kids! We had a great time writing all of these Star Wars trivia questions and made some easy and hard. New fans and old fans alike will be able to test their Star Wars trivia knowledge!

There is a lot of inspiration to choose from, so we picked some of our favorites for this printable game. This Star Wars Trivia Quiz covers several movies including the Return of the Jedi, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, The Force Awakens, and the Disney+ series featuring my favorite bounty hunter, The Mandalorian.

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Star Wars Trivia Questions

Not to give anything away, I have covered the answers in the preview images. All answers are provided in the free printable. Here are some of the trivia questions included (there’s 24 in all!):

• What Episode is The Force Awakens?
• Who owned the Millennium Falcon before Han Solo?
• Who is the queen of planet Naboo?
• Where is Yoda’s home?
• Who built C-3PO?
• Who is the bounty hunter that captured Han Solo?
• What are the Tattooine junk collectors called?
• What is the other name of Count Dooku?

Join me on the Millennium Falcon and let’s fly to a galaxy far, far away to test our knowledge of the Star Wars world!

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Disney Ride Heights

List Updated for 2023 to include Tron Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT in Disney World!

The Disney parks are some of the most popular travel destinations in the world. Besides the obvious Disney characters, rides are a huge attraction for many guests. At Walt Disney World alone, there are over 50 rides, not including the water parks! Between thrill rides, nostalgic rides, and non-ride attractions, there’s something for everyone!

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If you are traveling to a Disney park with young kids, keep in mind the minimum height requirement for rides. Knowing the ride heights before you go will help you to plan your vacation. It will also save you from confusion at the parks.

There are a lot of Disney “experts” that will encourage you to wait until your children are older to go to Disney. I loved traveling to both Disney World and Disneyland when my kids were really young. I traveled to Disney World several times when my youngest kids were only a few months old. The first time we went to Disneyland when my kids were 3 and 4! It’s just important to remember the Disney ride size restrictions.

Complete List of Disney Ride Height Requirements

I am going to list the ride heights out for each of the Walt Disney World theme parks, as well as Disneyland and California Adventure. You can use the below links to jump to the section of the post with the specific park you are looking for.

Walt Disney World Resort

Magic Kingdom

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

EPCOT

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Typhoon Lagoon Water Park

Blizzard Beach Water Park

Disneyland

California Adventure

At the end of the post you will find two PRINTABLE ride height charts – you can print them out for your trip! Fold one for your backpack or laminate and hang behind your stroller tag. You will have easy access to a complete guide of ride heights in the parks. And, you won’t have to use your phone to find them!

Disney Rider Swap (“Rider Switch”)

My biggest tip for a Disney vacation with small children is to take advantage of rider swap when available. Rider switch passes are a great way for everyone to experience the ride, and are available to parents with kids that are too short to ride.

Rider Swap (Child Swap or the Rider Switch Pass) is available for many rides at the Disney parks. If your child is too short to ride, some of your party can ride while someone waits with the child. Then you switch!

The part of the party who waited will not have to wait in the standby line. They will be able to ride using the Fastpass Line or Lightning Lane. Rider swap policies have changed over the last several months, but you are generally allowed to have up to 3 people ride using the rider swap pass.

There are rules, though (and they are subject to change). All members of the party will have to approach the rider swap cast member. They are usually near the ride entrance under an umbrella. The cast member will scan the Magic Band or ticket of the people riding second, so they know who will return.

Since late 2021 (when Lightning Lanes began), the implementation of Rider Swap has been hit or miss. We have encountered different “rules” depending on the ride and cast member. According to the official Disney guidelines: “Please note that if the person in party 2 waited alone with the child or non-riding Guest, the number of Guests who may join him or her and ride again is limited.”

When riding with Individual Lightning Lane (ILL) passes, the entire family must must purchase Lightning Lane access before being granted Rider Swap. Otherwise, the first party will not be able to enter the lightning lane line. The official policy with these rides is not posted.

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Are Disney Ride Heights Enforced?

In short, yes. The ride heights are posted to keep children safe. If your child appears to be too short to ride, a cast member will stop them before entering the line. They will be measured before being allowed to continue. In addition, another cast member may measure your child again before you board the ride vehicle.

Disney Height Requirements for Attractions & Rides

The good news is that majority of rides at Walt Disney World and Disneyland have no height restriction. Some of the popular thrill rides (like Rise of the Resistance, Expedition Everest, The Incredicoaster, and Rock n’ Roller Coaster) have height restrictions for safety reasons.

Below are all of the rides at ALL Disney World Theme Parks, Disneyland, and California Adventure organized by ride height requirements. Make sure you download the printable chart after you browse through them!

Walt Disney World Parks

Walt Disney World is home to 4 theme parks and 2 water parks that have varying ride heights. Below are all of the rides sorted by height requirement.

Magic Kingdom Height Requirements

Magic Kingdom has the most rides of all the Disney World Theme Parks, and has the most rides with no height minimum. If you are traveling with young children and can only visit one park, Magic Kingdom is definitely worth it. The whole family will love the rides at Magic Kingdom.

Any Height

• Astro Orbiter
• Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
• Casey Jr. Splash ‘n Soak Station
• Country Bear Jamboree
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• Enchanted Tales with Belle
• Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade
• The Hall of Presidents
• Haunted Mansion
• It’s a Small World
• Jungle Cruise
• Libery Square Riverboat
• Mad Tea Party
• The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
• The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
• Mickey’s PhilHarMagic
• Monster’s Inc. Laugh Floor
• Peter Pan’s Flight
• A Pirate’s Adventure – Treasure of the Seven Seas
• Pirates of the Caribbean
• Prince Charming Regal Carousel
• Swiss Family Treehouse
• Tomorrowland Transit Authority Peoplemover
• Tom Sawyer Island
• Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
• Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress
• Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room
• Walt Disney World Railroad

32″ or Taller

• Tomorrowland Speedway

35″ or Taller

• The Barnstormer

38″ or Taller

• Seven Dwarves Mine Train

40″ or Taller

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
• Splash Mountain

44″ or Taller

• Space Mountain

48″ or Taller

• Tron Lightcycle Run

Hollywood Studios Height Requirements

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to most of the park’s thrill rides, and also the most height restrictions. It is also the park with some of the most popular rides on property! Make sure you check your child’s height and consult the ride heights before traveling. You will want to take advantage of the rider switch passes and single rider lines where available. Toy Story Land is the most popular area for young children, but only one ride (Toy Story Mania) has no height minimum.

Any height

• Muppet Vision 3D
• Toy Story Mania
• Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway

32″ or Taller

• Alien Spinning Saucers

38″ or Taller

• Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run
• Slinky Dog Dash

40″ or Taller

• Star Tours: The Adventures Continue
• Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

48″ or Taller

• Rock ‘n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith

EPCOT Height Requirements

EPCOT is home to the newest ride at Disney World, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. Plus, the new Guardians of the Galaxy Roller Coaster is opening in Summer 2022. Most rides at EPCOT have no height minimum. EPCOT is becoming more of a destination for rides!

Future World

Any Height

• Advanced Training Lab
• Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival
• Journey Into Imagination with Figment
• Living with the Land
• Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
• The Seas with Nemo & Friends
• Spaceship Earth
• Turtle Talk with Crush

40″ or Taller

• Mission: Space
• Soarin’ Around the World
• Test Track

42″ or Taller

• Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

World Showcase

Any Height

• The American Adventure
• Frozen Ever After
• Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros
• Impressions de France
• Canada Far and Wide
• Reflections of China

Animal Kingdom Height Requirements

Animal Kingdom has my favorite ride, Avatar Flight of Passage. We always use Rider Switch passes for my younger kids. We frequently use the single rider line for Expedition Everest because my oldest daughter does not like to ride. The single rider line is a great option when you have older kids or family members that don’t want to ride.

Any Height

• Affection Secton
• The Boneyard
• Conservation Station
• Discovery Island Trails
• Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
• It’s Tough to Be a Bug
• Kilimanjaro Safaris
• Maharajah Jungle Trek
• Nav’i River Journey
• Tree of Life
• TriceraTop Spin
• Wildlife Express Train

38″ or Taller

• Kali River Rapids

40″ or Taller

• DINOSAUR

44″ or Taller

• Avatar Flight of Passage
• Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Height Requirements

Any Height

• Castaway Creek
• Gangplank Falls
• Keelhaul Falls
• Mayday Falls
• Miss Adventure Falls
• Storm Slides
• Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool

48″ or Taller

• Crush ‘n Gusher
• Humunga Kowabunga
• Ketchakiddee Creek

60″ or SHORTER

• Bay Slides

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Height Requirements

Any Height

• Cross Country Creek
• Melt-Away Bay
• Runoff Rapids
• Ski Patrol Training Camp
• Snow Stormers
• Teamboat Springs
• Toboggan Racers

32″ or Taller

• Chairlift

48″ or Taller

• Downhill Double Dipper
• Slush Gusher
• Summit Plummet

48″ or SHORTER

• Tike’s Peak

Disneyland Park Height Requirements

There are over 35 rides at Disneyland, but only 10 rides have height restrictions. As with Magic Kingdom, Disneyland is a great place to take smaller children and still be able to ride! If you need to know a Disneyland resort ride height, check out the following!

Any Height

• Alice in Wonderland
• Astro Orbitor
• Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters
• Casey Jr. Circus Train
• Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes
• Disneyland Monorail
• Disneyland Railroad
• Dumbo the Flying Elephant
• Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage
• Haunted Mansion
• It’s a Small World
• Jungle Cruise
• King Arthur Carousel
• Mad Tea Party
• Main Street Vehicles
• Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
• Mark Twain Riverboat
• Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride
• Peter Pan’s Flight
• Pinocchio’s Daring Journey
• Pirate’s Lair on Tom Sawyer Island
• Pirates of the Caribbean
• Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin
• Sailing Ship Columbia
• Snow White’s Scary Adventures
• Storybook Land Canal Boats

32″ or Taller

• Autopia

35″ or Taller

• Gadget’s Go Coaster

38″ or Taller

• Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run

40″ or Taller

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
• Space Mountain
• Splash Mountain
• Star Tours: The Adventures Continue
• Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

42″ or Taller

• Matterhorn Bobsleds

46″ or Taller

• Indiana Jones Aventure

Disney’s California Adventure Height Requirements

Any Height

• Golden Zephyr
• Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind
• Jessie’s Critter Carousel
• The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure
• Monsters Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!
• Pixar Pal-A-Round
• Red Car Trolley
• Spider-Man: Web Slingers
• Toy Story Midway Mania

32″ or Taller

• Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters
• Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree

40″ or Taller

• Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout!
• Jumpin’ Jellyfish
• Radiator Springs Racers
• Silly Symphony Swings
• Soarin’ Around the World

42″ or Taller

• Goofy’s Sky School
• Grizzly River Run

48″ or Taller

• The Incredicoaster

Tips for Disney Ride Height Restrictions

Please remember that minimum and maximum height restrictions are there for guest safety. I have seen many families get upset with cast members about a child not being able to ride. The ride heights are there for a REASON. Young children that are not tall enough to ride may be injured if they do not follow the guidelines.

Use rider swap when available. When my kids were babies, this was a great way for my older kids to ride while my husband or I changed diapers. Plus, the older kids got to ride once with mom and once with dad! It is also a great time time to visit favorite characters or play areas that older kids may not be interested in. The Boneyard at Animal Kingdom (Dinoland) is one of our favorites. It’s a huge play area!

Try to use single rider lines when they are available. If only a couple of people in your party want to ride, and you don’t need rider switch passes, it’s a great option! It’s usually a minimal wait to ride, but parties can be (and usually are) split up. I do not care to ride Test Track, so my older kids and husband use the single rider line. They are usually finished in 10-15 minutes. Enough time for me to shop at Creations by myself!

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How Many Acres is Walt Disney World?

Disney World is actually 25,000 acres! That is about TWICE the size of Manhattan island and about the size of the city of San Francisco. At that size, it’s no surprise that it requires a LOT of walking and transportation options to get around the most magical place on earth!

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The Walt Disney World property is (not surprisingly) the largest of the Disney Parks. It is 25,000 acres, which covers 43 square miles of land. The massive amount of land was an important factor that attracted Walt Disney to build a theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Florida! He wanted enough land to build his dream after building the original Disneyland Park in California in the mid 1950s.

It was originally known as the “Florida Project” and was purchased by the Walt Disney Company under aliases to protect their investments. One of the more well known names was the “Reedy Creek Improvement District.” The sheer size of available land in Florida, combined with the climate, provided Walt Disney with the space to create the biggest Disney park on the planet.

Of the 25,000 acres of land there are:

• 4 Theme Parks: Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, and Magic Kingdom
• 2 Water Parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon LagoonDisney Springs (formerly the Downtown Disney District)
• 32 Disney World Resort Hotels
• 4 Golf Courses
• 2 Miniature Golf Courses
• Conservation Areas
• Undeveloped Land (maybe someday we will get a 5th gate?)

How Big is Magic Kingdom?

Magic Kingdom is currently about 107 acres of land. Magic Kingdom is arguably the most notable of the Disney theme parks. It is the original Disney World park that opened outside of Orlando in 1971.

How big is Magic Kingdom in comparison to Disneyland?

Disneyland covers about 100 acres.Magic Kingdom currently holds 23 rides, 7 full service or sit down restaurants, quick service dining, shops, attractions, and some of my favorite photo spots!

Fun fact: Magic Kingdom is the smallest theme park at Walt Disney World! It is split into 5 distinct areas known as Adventureland, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, and Tomorrowland, plus Main Street, USA.

Despite being the smallest, Magic Kingdom holds the most attractions in Walt Disney World, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, the Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, and more.

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The main attractions are just one of the many reasons that Magic Kingdom is the most popular theme park in the WORLD, followed by Disneyland in Anaheim, California and Tokyo Disneyland.

Magic Kingdom theme park, although impressive in size, has an even larger parking area than the park itself. Magic Kingdom boasts a 125+ acre parking lot that can hold more than 12,000 cars. Anyone walking through the Ticket and Transportation Center (TTC) after a long day at the parks certainly knows that!

Between Magic Kingdom and the TTC lies Seven Seas Lagoon, which is surrounded by Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Polynesian Resort & Village, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Bay Lake Tower.

Connected to the Seven Seas Lagoon is Bay Lake, which is bordered by 2 other Magic Kingdom resorts: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Fort Wilderness & Campground.

How big is EPCOT?

EPCOT is 305 acres and is the largest area at Disney World for guests to explore. Spaceship Earth is the iconic symbol of EPCOT and marks the entrance of (the now under construction) Future World. There are also 2 pavilions: the Land and the Seas. Plus, there is the World Showcase that is 115 acres of land.

If you walk around the full circle of the World Showcase, it is about 1.2 miles. There are 11 Pavilions that are in Epcot’s World Showcase year round, but many pop up booths exist during different festivals such as the Food and Wine Festival, the Festival of the Arts, and the Flower and Garden Festival.

In addition to the World Showcase pavilions, EPCOT boasts some of the most popular Disney World attractions including Frozen Ever After (in the Norway pavilion) and the new Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in the France Pavilion. EPCOT is also undergoing a MASSIVE transformation in it’s Future World area, and will open the Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster in 2022.

The EPCOT lagoon (in the center of the World Showcase) is about 40 acres with bridges over it to connect different areas. The max depth of the lagoon is 25 feet. I would’t have guessed it was that deep!

EPCOT also boasts a massive parking lot at over 100 acres and is able to accommodate less people than the park’s relative capacity. 

How big is Animal Kingdom?

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the largest of the 4 Walt Disney World theme parks by land mass. The land covered by this massive park is listed around 580 acres. This is nearly twice the size of EPCOT! A large portion of the land area is used for animal habitats and care. Those areas are not accessible to the normal guest unless by special tour.

Animal Kingdom also includes the expansive Kilimanjaro Safari Ride and walking trails to view even more animals. My favorite is the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail, which makes for a nice walk to view baby gorillas! There are 6 areas or regions of Animal Kingdom: the Oasis, Africa, Asia, Dinoland USA, Discovery Island (which contains the Tree of Life), and Pandora – The World of Avatar.

How big is Hollywood Studios?

Hollywood Studios is a 135 acre theme park located near EPCOT. This park has always seemed the smallest to me, but it isn’t! There are 7 different areas in Hollywood Studios: Animation Courtyard, Echo Lake, Grand Avenue, Hollywood Boulevard, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Sunset Boulevard, and Toy Story Land.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has some of the best rides in Walt Disney World including the new Star Wars ride Rise of the Resistance (it’s more of an experience, in my opinion), Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Slinky Dog Coaster, Rock n’ Roller Coaster, and the Hollywood Tower of Terror.

How Big are the Water Parks at Walt Disney World?

There are 2 water parks at Disney World, and actually there is a now defunct Water Park called River Country near the Wilderness Lodge. (You can catch glimpses of it while riding the boat from Fort Wilderness Campground & Cabins).

Blizzard Beach – a winter themed water park with immersive details that kids and adults will love. It is the larger of the water parks and is 66 acres in size.

Typhoon Lagoon – a water park themed around a massive ship wreck. Typhoon Lagoon is one of my favorite places to relax when it’s really hot in Florida. I love the theming of it and it is perfect on a non-park day. Typhoon Lagoon is roughly 56 acres, a little smaller than Blizzard Beach.

How Big is Disney Springs?

Disney Springs is approximately 120 acres of outdoor shopping and dining destinations. There are over 60 places to eat, and 150+ stores that include popular brand flagship stores, small boutiques, and the massive World of Disney Store. There’s truly something for everyone at Disney Springs.

How Many Golf Courses are there at Walt Disney World?

There are currently 4 championship golf courses at Disney World. The longest course is the Magnolia Golf Course.

Disney’s Magnolia & Palm Golf Courses (near Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Shades of Green)
Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course
Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course

(There used to be a 5th golf course called Osprey Ridge that closed in 2013 and became part of the Four Seasons Resort)

Are there Mini Golf Courses at Disney World?

There are actually 2 mini golf attractions at Disney World: Fantasia and Winter Summerland. Winter Summerland actually has 2 different courses, one that is Christmas/Winter themed, and one that is Tropical/Summer themed. My family has tried the Winter course and loved it! It was the perfect escape from the crowded parks.

Other Land Areas at Disney World:

Conservation areas: Swamp land and other restricted areas.

How much of Walt Disney World is undeveloped land?

Approximately 1/2 of the 25,000 acres, or 12,500 acres. It’s more than enough room to expand – I am sure the imagineers are hard at work planning the next ideas to arrive at the Walt Disney World Resort!

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