food IS a theme park
Staying on Disney World property has always come with a few extra perks that make the higher price tag feel a little more worth it.
EPCOT
From Early Theme Park Entry to complimentary transportation, Disney has built in plenty of reasons to book a Disney-owned or partner hotel instead of staying off-site. But one of the most sought-after perks isn’t available to everyone — it’s reserved for guests staying at select higher-tier resorts, and it’s back on the calendar for several nights in August.
If you’ll be visiting Disney World in August, you are in for a real treat because so many AWESOME things happen during that month. Yeah, it will probably still be hot and humid, but at least you can start enjoying a fall vibe with Halloween decorations, fall and Halloween food and drinks, and the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties.
August is the beginning of Halloween in Disney World!
So, what all is going on in Disney World in August? Well, we’ve got a FULL list of all the major changes coming in August…and it’s a LOT. Let’s take a look!
It’s hard to believe that summer is flying right by us in Disney World, and it will soon be August, and where did the time go? It seems like we were just enjoying the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival and spring, but soon, we’ll be ushering in fall, which means all things pumpkin spice and the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival.
2025 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival
Well, that’s not the only change happening in EPCOT in August 2026. So let’s take a look at next month in EPCOT!
August is right around the corner and there are some pretty important changes coming to the Magic Kingdom.
Main Street, U.S.A.
From new decor to special-ticketed events to ongoing closures and refurbishments, we’ve got it all covered! Here’s everything you need to know if you’re visiting Magic Kingdom in August!
If you’re planning to head to Disney World in September, there’s been a change in the normal Extended Evening Hours lineup that you need to know about!
Crowds during Hollywood Studios After Hours
Extended Evening Hours allow guests staying at select Disney World hotels the chance to stay in the parks a few hours later than regular park guests, which means you can ride some of your favorite attractions with MUCH lower waits. A date that normally would have Magic Kingdom Extended Evening Hours has now been changed, meaning that the perk is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in September!
Let me share a little secret with you — here at DFB, there’s a non-Disney resort we like a LOT.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin are a group of three hotels owned and operated by Marriott — the Swan, the Dolphin, and the Swan Reserve. These hotels are located right in the heart of Disney World, and they have some pretty awesome perks. In fact, the perks are SO good that we might recommend you choose them instead of a Disney Resort!
July is one of the busiest months of the year when it comes to vacationing at Disney World.
Look at those crowds!
But with taking a vacation to Disney World can also come some major perks! So, if you are planning a vacation in July, here are EIGHT perks you need to know about!
July is gearing up to be a HOT summer at Walt Disney World, with guests eager to experience new additions like the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets, Soarin’ Across America, and Bluey’s Wild World. And throughout July, Disney World hotel guests have more of a chance to experience these new attractions through Extended Evening Hours!
Magic Kingdom at night
Extended Evening Hours offer two extra hours to guests staying at Disney Deluxe Tier or Deluxe Villa resorts after the park closes to the general public.
If you’re a night owl, you might do some WEIRD things on your Disney World vacation.
Magic Kingdom
Most of the excitement in Disney World happens during the day, so if you prefer to stay up late, you may be hatching some pretty strange plans to take full advantage of those late hours. These are the things that night owls do in Disney World that are a little bit…bizarre.
If you LIVE for short lines, minimal crowds, and the vibe of Disney World after dark, this one’s for you!
Magic Kingdom After Hours
Looking for a way to beat the crowds AND the summer sun in Disney World? Well then, you’re in luck, because there are FIVE different After Hours events happening in Disney World this June! Without further ado, let’s review all of the After Hours events you can choose from next month!
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