Cool Kid Summer Is Coming to Walt Disney World! (Plus New Florida Resident Summer Magic Ticket Details)

Cool Kid Summer is headed to Walt Disney World from May 27 through September 1, 2025! Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a quick getaway, or just want to enjoy some amazing Florida Resident ticket deals (spoiler alert — they’re really good this year), there’s a lot to love about Disney’s summer plans.

Cool Kid Summer at WDW

If you’ve been dreaming of long summer days filled with Disney magic, get ready — Cool Kid Summer is headed to Walt Disney World from May 27 through September 1, 2025! Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a quick getaway, or just want to enjoy some amazing Florida Resident ticket deals (spoiler alert — they’re really good this year), there’s a lot to love about Disney’s summer plans.

Here’s what’s in store and how to make the most of it.


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🏖 Florida Resident Summer Magic Tickets Are Back!

Let’s start with the news Florida locals will be most excited about:
The Summer Magic Ticket returns May 6 — and this year’s prices are a steal!

4-Day Ticket – $60 per day ($240 plus tax)
3-Day Ticket – $75 per day ($225 plus tax)
2-Day Ticket – $105 per day ($210 plus tax)

➡ Valid for visits May 18 – September 27, 2025 (with a park reservation).

Seriously, these prices are so good, they almost warrant a move to Florida! (Ok, we all know that’s my master plan anyways, but $60/day??? That’s less than HALF a standard one-day park ticket!!). As always, you’ll want to grab these early because some dates will book up fast, especially weekends and holidays.


🌸 EPCOT: GoofyCore & Summer Fun

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Starting May 27, CommuniCore Hall is transforming into a Goofy-themed dance and play zone. Expect DJ dance parties, silly games like Loopy Limbo, and lots of family fun.

I think this is an inspired choice by Disney: Goofy is always such a fun character to interact with, and he’s always so much fun to be silly and play with. I think the kids are going to really love this “dance and play zone”. I can’t wait to see all the hijinks!!

If you’re visiting EPCOT before May 27, note that CommuniCore Hall will temporarily close starting May 12 for the makeover — but CommuniCore Plaza and Mickey & Friends meet-and-greet will stay open.

🌼 Flower & Garden Festival tip: Check out Florida Fresh for some bonus Farmer’s Feast treats while you’re there!


🐾 Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Wilderness Badges & Crafting

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Rafiki’s Planet Watch will host hands-on craft activities all about pollinators (perfect for your little nature lovers).

Plus, there’s a special, limited-time Wilderness Explorers badge up for grabs — and a new interactive sing-along show at Discovery Island at day’s end.

Pro tip: Keep an eye out for some of Animal Kingdom’s lesser-known animal residents like okapi and tigers during your badge quest!


🎬 Hollywood Studios: Dance Parties & All-New Shows

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Animation Courtyard will be buzzing with games, crafts, street performers, and surprise character moments.

Little ones can dance the day away with Mickey Mouse and Disney Junior pals at a DJ party.

🖤 Two new stage shows debut May 27: (I am so excited about BOTH of these, I can’t even tell you!)

  • Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After (your favorite baddies get the spotlight)
  • The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure (a fresh, magical retelling with songs and special effects)
The Little Mermaid - A Musical Adventure

🎪 Magic Kingdom: Storybook Circus & Galactic Beats

At Storybook Circus, Pluto will be hosting a Big Top Bash dance party, complete with jugglers and stilt walkers.

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Over in Tomorrowland, dance with Stitch at the Galactic Blast and enjoy a cool new craft inspired by the upcoming Pixar movie “Elio.”

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And later this summer, keep your eyes peeled for the debut of Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away — a brand-new nighttime show featuring characters from Encanto, Frozen, Coco, and more.


💦 Bonus Perks for Resort Guests

If you’re staying at a Disney Resort Collection hotel this summer:

✔ Get free water park admission on your check-in day (starting May 21).
✔ Enjoy 30-minute early theme park entry every morning.
✔ Expect extra activities, character visits, and more at Pop Century, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, and Wilderness Lodge.

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💰 More Summer Savings to Know About

Disney has rolled out several other deals families can combine with the Florida Resident tickets or room stays:

  • Kids’ Tickets 50% Off (ages 3-9) on 3-day or longer tickets (May 27–Sept 20).
  • 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket – $89/day for EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom.
  • Resort Room Deals – Save up to 30% (Aug 1–Oct 11). Disney+ subscribers can snag rooms from $99/night at select resorts (June 29–July 31).
  • FREE water park visit on your check-in day for all Resort Guests. BOTH Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach will be open all summer, so you get to CHOOSE which water park you want to play in!
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🏰 Final Thoughts

Between the new shows, extra character moments, and dance parties galore, Cool Kid Summer 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most fun — and affordable — summers at Disney in a while.

If you’re a Florida Resident or planning a visit this summer, this might be the perfect time to jump in.

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