Can I wear a crossbody bag on Disney rides?

I like to use a small backpack-style purse or cross-body bag when I visit the Walt Disney World theme parks. Many guests use drawstring-style bags, as well; however, I personally prefer something with separate pockets or compartments. I find it keeps my belongings organized and easy to locate.



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When I don't feel like bringing a backpack to the theme parks, I have used a crossbody bag, and it's allowed. It's important to know that there are bag checks and security checkpoints at the theme park entrances, the Downtown Disney District, and the Disneyland Resort Hotels.

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Wear a fanny pack or use a VERY secure pocket that zips closed. The coasters are intense. A cross body bag would make it very difficult to secure the harnesses on the rides. Plus it would likely fly up and smack you in the face.

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What size bag can you bring on Disney rides? Anything backpack-sized or smaller can go with you on most Disney World rides. According to Disney's website, bags must be smaller than 24” long x 15” wide x 18” high. If your bag meets the size requirement for park entry, you should be allowed to take it with you on a ride.

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No need to remove it: Just sling your fanny pack to the side or your backside when taking a photo or entering an attraction. Disney allows guests to wear fanny packs during rides. Carry-on: Most airlines allow one carry-on bag and one personal item – such as a fanny pack – at no extra charge.

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You most definitely can safely bring bags on the majority of rides at Disney World. Either wear them on your person, keep them in the designated baskets, or under your feet … Or, of course, if you have breakable/valuable items or heavy bags you can always pay for a locker as you enter the park.

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Non-alcoholic drinks and waters are totally something you can bring into Disney, it's even encouraged! It is so nice to have a drink on hand whenever you need to quench your thirst. You can bring refillable water bottles and refill them at water stations throughout the parks.

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Backpacks, totes, and crossbody bags are typically considered personal items too. The key to remember is it must be able to fit underneath the seat in front of you. A carry-on is a type of hand luggage that you bring into the plane cabin with you and is larger than a personal item.

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Are cross-body bags the same as bum bags? Cross-body bags and bum-bags (or fanny-packs) are the same, it just depends on whatever feels more comfortable for you to wear, either across your body or around your waist. Using the adjustable straps helps fit them however you like.

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The Fanny Pack or Belt Bag A small belt bag (like this one) is a great middle of the road option if you don't want to be using lockers all day but also need to carry a few more things. Most of the rides in both parks will allow you to wear a small fanny pack around your waist on the rides.

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Sling bags are very popular at Disney and other amusement parks because they're comfortable and spacious enough to hold the essentials without being too bulky.

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Frees up your arms: Since fanny packs are secured around your waist, your arms will be free to do other things. No need to remove it: Just sling your fanny pack to the side or your backside when taking a photo or entering an attraction. Disney allows guests to wear fanny packs during rides.

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Security experts say that crossbody handbags are a good bet since you can easily keep an eye on your belongings. With these bags, your items are safely secured to the front of you or your side via bag straps that go all the way around your body.

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In general, a sling bag can be either a crossbody or belt bag, but you can't wear a sling pack around your waist like a fanny pack. Sling bags are designed with one single crossbody strap that can sometimes be worn on either shoulder, but never around the waist like a fanny pack.

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How to Find Free Cups of Water at Disney World. You can ask for a free cup of water at any quick-service and table-service restaurant. This is also a tip we use to save some money while dining at Disney. For all quick-service restaurants, you can ask for a cup of water even when you're not dining there.

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Guests are allowed to bring outside food and nonalcoholic beverage items into the park for self-consumption, provided they are not in glass containers and do not require heating, reheating, processing, refrigeration or temperature control and do not have pungent odors.

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You can bring refillable water bottles and refill them at water stations throughout the parks. You might have also noticed the “no loose ice” rule listed in the other section of this article. An easy fix is to freeze a few water bottles and put them in the bottom of your soft side cooler.

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Keep your bag in a nearby locker. There are two attractions at Walt Disney World that have dedicated lockers – one optional and one mandatory: Kali River Rapids and Tron Lightcycle/Run.

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Loungefly or other Small Bags Loungefly bags and bags of a similar style are the perfect sizes for an entire park day, especially in summer. These bags can fit a rain jacket, small umbrella, wallet, phone, portable charger, and more. This is my go-to bag because it can hold many items and is lightweight.

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Yes you can, I usually put my ID and wallet in my camera case and wear it around my waist when going to theme parks.

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If it's small enough on many of Disney's rides you don't even need to take your purse off, which is a plus cause you'll never lose it. Or if you're a minimalist, like me, use a fanny pack or bum bag. I'm in love with this colorful Mouse Ear fanny pack. Make sure it's big enough to fit everything you need for the day.

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