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We’ve seen A LOT of health and safety guidelines at Disney World change since the parks reopened after their unprecedented closure due to the COVID-19 global pandemic in 2020.

For example, we’ve seen temperature checkpoints removed from park entrances, physical distancing measures reduced throughout the parks and resorts, and more. But, one policy has received quite a few more updates over the past 18 months compared to others — the face mask policy. Masks have been mandated in some capacity since Disney World first began its phased reopening and, as CDC guidance has evolved, so have the mandates. So, let’s recap the past few years and go over the timeline of Disney World’s face mask requirement.

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Disney World’s face mask policy has been a staple health measurement since the announcement that Disney Springs was reopening back in May of 2020. In fact, Disney’s policies regarding face masks predate Disney Springs’ reopening to when Shanghai Disneyland first welcomed guests back on May 11th, 2020.

But since the theme parks reopened in July, those requirements and guidelines have changed. Let’s recap the past few months since reopening and go over the timeline of Disney World’s face mask requirement.

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