Summer at Walt Disney World Brings Fresh Family Adventures
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Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station is a playful and immersive experience sure to leave you smiling. The newest addition to Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park opens on May 26 in time for Cool KIDS' SUMMER.
If you've been waiting for the right summer to take the family to Walt Disney World, this might genuinely be it. The resort is opening its biggest summer lineup in recent memory, with new attractions, reimagined classics, limited-time entertainment, and deals that make the trip easier to justify, all timed to one of the most significant summers in American history.
Here's what's new, what's back, and what's worth planning your trip around.
Bluey Has Arrived at Animal Kingdom
The news that will send every parent of a preschooler into a full sprint: Bluey and Bingo are now officially at Walt Disney World. Bluey's Wild World at Conservation Station opened May 26 at Disney's Animal Kingdom, where guests can play games straight from "Bluey" episodes, dance to familiar tunes, and discover animals native to Australia at "Jumping Junction." It's staying beyond the summer season, so there's no rush, but good luck explaining that to a four-year-old.
New and Refreshed Attractions Across the Parks
Magic Kingdom is delivering on multiple fronts. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin is back with a major upgrade, new interactive targets, updated lighting and sound effects, and a new training bot named Buddy to prep guests before the mission. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has also completed a full refurbishment and is back in action, shinier and wilder than ever.
Over at Hollywood Studios, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster has been reimagined with a Muppets makeover, now fueled by the Electric Mayhem's soundtrack and The Muppets' chaotic energy. Also at Hollywood Studios, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run has a new mission featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, with a new feature that lets guests choose which planets the ship visits.
At EPCOT, Soarin' Across America launches a brand-new flight path celebrating the country's 250th anniversary, sweeping over natural landmarks and iconic cityscapes with a freshly orchestrated score.
Limited-Time Summer Experiences
Cool KIDS' SUMMER runs through September 8 and brings a stack of exclusive experiences. Jessie's Roundup: A Rip-Roarin' Revue opens at Magic Kingdom's Diamond Horseshoe with Toy Story characters, songs, and games. GoofyCore at EPCOT's CommuniCore Hall is exactly what it sounds like, a DJ-led, maximum-silliness party for kids. And Disney Springs is hosting the DescenDANCE Party x Camp Rock Jam every Tuesday through Thursday evening, keeping the energy going well after park hours.
Deals Worth Knowing
Walt Disney World has also launched some of its most accessible summer pricing in years. A 4-Day, 4-Park Magic Ticket starts at $109 per day. Resort guests can save up to 30% on hotel rooms for stays of five nights or more, with Florida residents and Annual Passholders eligible for even deeper discounts. Guests checking into a Disney Resorts Collection hotel through September 8 also receive complimentary water park admission on arrival day.
Full details and booking options are available at DisneyWorld.com/Summer. The parks are open, and summer 2026 is ready for you.
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