Can you hug cast members at Disney?

Starting April 18, 2022, regular character meets with hugs and autographs returned to the Disney World parks. That's right, you now will be able to get a hug or autograph from your favorite characters once again. No more rushing through your meet and distanced selfies!



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I'm happy to say that you see and hug characters again! You can also have your photo taken by a Disney PhotoPass photographer, depending on the location, and you can also get an autograph! The best way to meet and greet your favorite characters is to look for their locations in the Disneyland Mobile App.

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Guests also can take pictures, give a quick hug or even an autograph from all of your favorite Disney characters at Disney World. On a regular day in any of the four Walt Disney World theme parks, you can expect to find the following characters: The Fab 5 (Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy)

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Disney characters appear in the theme parks and at select dining locations at Walt Disney World offering ways to interact and capture photos. New character meet-and-greets are periodically added as new movies are released such as Asha from Disney's WISH joining EPCOT's lineup soon.

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There are plenty of Disney characters that anyone can meet for free in the parks at both regular and unannounced greeting areas. Past that, there are a few situations where a payment would get you more time with a character. These include: - Character dining.

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Offering up-close interactions, plenty of time to take pictures and, if you come with an autograph book, a fun souvenir, all at no additional cost, Disney character meet-and-greets can be a magical addition to your Walt Disney World vacation.

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Guests can officially hug Mickey Mouse again! Disney World is bringing back “normal” character meet-and-greets in a phased return, and we're already seeing a few characters back to their traditional meet-and-greets in the parks!

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You will be happy to hEAR that Disney characters are not restricted to signing only the autograph books sold at the theme parks and Disney Springs. Characters are actually able to sign most items, with a few restrictions.

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Thank you so much for stopping by with your question! I'm very happy to report that you're more than welcome to use your smartphone or personal camera to take pictures with the characters at the Walt Disney World Resort. In fact, I do it all the time!

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The Mandalorian and Grogu in Hollywood Studios! In each of the Disney parks, guests can meet fan-favorite characters like Mickey and the gang, Disney Princesses, and even classic characters such as Chip & Dale and Cinderella's step sisters!

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Guests of all ages – both young and old – really get a kick out of snagging autographs from the characters at Walt Disney World.

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What three words can't Disney employees say? The three words that Disney employees are trained not to say are “I don't know.” “If a guest asks you a question, you always have to have an answer, no exceptions,” an anonymous former Cast Member shared online. “If you don't know it, find out, but don't say you don't know.

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Being a Disney World cast member comes with many perks and benefits. Not only do they create magic for their guests, they also get discounts on Disney dining, hotels, merchandise, and more. On top of that, there are plenty of other benefits, with the biggest one being free tickets to Disney World.

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Available to all guests, the Disney Incredi Pass is the most expensive option at $1,399 per person. In addition to the above benefits, it comes with the following perks: The ability to hold up to five park pass reservations at a time (along with any eligible days when staying at an on-site Disney World property).

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But this is why the characters are only out for short times — from 20 to 45 minutes, depending on location and time of year.

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