45 Free Things to Do at Walt Disney World
(That Are Actually Worth Your Time)
Resort Freebies
1. Campfire Sing-Along with Chip & Dale: Head to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground for a free character interaction. A Cast Member leads songs around a campfire while Chip & Dale visit. No theme park admission required!
2. Resort Campfires: Beyond Fort Wilderness, almost all other Disney resorts have campfires on select nights with free marshmallow roasting.
3. Movies Under the Stars: Grab a spot on the lawn or a chair! Most nights, Disney movies are shown on outdoor screens at all Disney-owned hotels.
4. The Electrical Water Pageant: Watch this classic, glowing floating parade offered nightly on the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake in the Magic Kingdom resort area.
5. Animal Viewing: You don't need a park ticket to see wildlife! Visit the barnyard animals at Fort Wilderness, or head to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to watch giraffes, zebras, and flamingos roam the savannas.
6. "String of Memories" Bracelet: At Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, kids can earn beads for completing guided activities about African culture and animals, creating a free keepsake bracelet.
7. Resort Activities: Ask for the Recreation and Activity Guide at your hotel. Free activities vary but often include pickleball, yoga, dance parties, and Hidden Mickey hunts.
8. Special Resort Tours: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Wilderness Lodge offer free cultural and culinary tours at various times during the week.
9. Deluxe Resort Holiday Decorations: During the holidays, you can resort-hop to see absolutely massive, awe-inspiring gingerbread displays in the lobbies of the Deluxe resorts.
10. Character Wake-Up Calls: Use your resort room phone to set a wake-up call and let the kids hear a morning greeting from Mickey Mouse or Stitch.
11. Pool Life Jackets: You’ll find racks with free life jackets in various sizes near all Disney World resort feature pools.
12. Check-Out Day Pool & Shower Access: Check-out is at 11:00 AM, but you can still use the resort pools all day. All resorts (except Fort Wilderness) have pool towels and changing rooms with showers so you can clean up before your flight.
13. Fire Rock Geyser: Watch the geyser erupt hourly right behind Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
14. “Yehaa Bob” Jackson: Catch a free, incredibly fun boogie-woogie musical comedy show by this local legend in the River Roost Lounge at Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside Resort.
Disney Springs Freebies
15. Free Admission & Parking: There is no ticket required to enter the Disney Springs dining and shopping district, and parking in the massive garages is completely free.
16. Coca-Cola Polar Bear Photo-Op: Head to the second level of the Coca-Cola Store to meet and take pictures with the massive Polar Bear.
17. Glass Blowing Demonstrations: Watch incredible artists shape molten glass at Arribas Brothers in Disney Springs. (You can also spot them inside the parks at the Mexico & Germany pavilions at Epcot, or Crystal Arts in Magic Kingdom).
18. Live Entertainment: Disney Springs is packed with free outdoor concerts, living statues, and street performers every night.
19. Seasonal Events: Disney Springs hosts several free events throughout the year, like the Christmas Tree Stroll in the winter, which includes a free map and stickers.
20. Disney Springs Kids Club: Held on Saturday mornings, this features high-energy dance parties, drum circles, and games.
21. Window Treat Watching: It is mesmerizing (and free!) to watch candied apples and intricate Disney treats being made through the display windows at the Candy Cauldron in Disney Springs or the Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom.
General Transportation & App Freebies
22. Ride the Boats: Enjoy a free scenic boat ride on Disney Transportation. Our favorite route is the relaxing loop between the Contemporary, Fort Wilderness, and Wilderness Lodge.
23. Ride the Monorail: You can ride the Resort Monorail right through the inside of the Contemporary Resort, or take the longer EPCOT loop to get a beautiful aerial view of the park.
24. Ride the Skyliner: Disney’s newest transportation system feels like a ride itself! Glide over the resorts and water in a gondola between EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and several resorts.
25. My Disney Experience Website: This free account is the hub for planning your trip, linking tickets, and making dining reservations.
26. My Disney Experience App: The essential in-park app. It offers free wait times, mobile food ordering, a tip board, and a lifesaver "Car Locator" feature.
27. Play Disney Parks App: This secondary app turns waiting in line into playtime with interactive games themed to the exact ride queue you are standing in.
28. Free Ice Water: Don't buy bottled water! You can get a free, large cup of ice water at any Disney World quick-service restaurant—just ask at the counter.
29. First Aid Stations: Every theme park, water park, and Disney Springs has a first aid station that provides free over-the-counter remedies like aspirin, antacids, and bandages.
30. Free Theme Park Wi-Fi: Keep your cell data usage down. Walt Disney World offers free Wi-Fi in all the theme parks, resort hotels, and Disney Springs.
Free Once You’ve Entered the Theme Parks
31. Free Soda Refills: Most Disney quick-service spots don't have self-serve fountains, but a few do! Enjoy free refills at Backlot Express (Hollywood Studios) and Sunshine Seasons or Connections Eatery (EPCOT).
32. Celebration Pin Badges: Stop by Guest Services or retail shops to ask for a free "First Visit," "Happy Birthday," or "Happily Ever After" button.
33. Cast Member Stickers: Keep an eye out! Cast Members often hand out free Mickey stickers, especially Disney transportation drivers.
34. Under 3 Eats & Enters Free: Children under age 3 do not need a park ticket. Even better, they can eat for free from your plate at any buffet or family-style dining location!
35. Rider Switch: If a child is too small for a thrill ride, one adult waits with them while the group rides. Then, the waiting adult gets to use the Lightning Lane to skip the line—and bring up to two guests with them for a second ride!
36. EPCOT e-Postcards: Send a free, funny animated digital postcard with your face on it from the kiosks at the end of Journey into Imagination with Figment, or the exit of Mission: SPACE.
37. EPCOT Kidcot Stations: Pick up a free Ziploc "suitcase" and collect activity cards with facts from every country in the World Showcase. It's a great souvenir!
38. EPCOT Club Cool: Step out of the heat and try free samples of Coca-Cola products from around the globe.
39. EPCOT Scavenger Hunt: Grab a free Finding Dory’s Friends scavenger hunt booklet inside the pavilion at The Seas with Nemo & Friends.
40. Magic Kingdom Pirate’s Adventure: Pick up a map near Pirates of the Caribbean and follow clues to trigger physical, interactive effects hidden throughout Adventureland.
41. Magic Kingdom Licenses: Your child can ask for a free "Guest Skipper" card on the Jungle Cruise or a driver's "license" at the Tomorrowland Speedway.
42. Magic Kingdom Pixie Dusting: Stop by Sir Mickey’s shop right behind Cinderella Castle. A Cast Member will sprinkle free "Pixie Dust" (glitter) in your hair with a magic wand!
43. Animal Kingdom Wilderness Explorers: Kids get a free handbook to carry around the park, completing nature challenges to earn over 25 sticker "merit badges."
44. Electronics Recharging: Find hidden outlets in the Tangled restroom area in Magic Kingdom, the Star Wars Launch Bay at Hollywood Studios, or the Nomad Lounge in Animal Kingdom.
45. EPCOT Festivals: Whether it’s the Festival of the Arts or Food & Wine, entering these festivals is included with your park ticket, offering free concerts, gorgeous topiaries, and interactive exhibits.
The Best Freebie of All
Knowing about Disney’s hidden freebies is great, but knowing exactly how to fit them into your day is the real secret. That is where our team comes in.
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