Can you take pictures with cast members at Disney?

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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And you and your phone are both welcome when you visit the Disneyland Resort. Yes, Cast Members currently are permitted to use the personal phones of Guests to take photographs.

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Each Princess receives Guests in her own special nook amidst magnificent surroundings and resplendent décor. You can pose for photos, collect autographs and “hold court” with up to 3 of the world's best-loved Disney Princesses at any given time.

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Each 20-minute photo session is $99, including tax. Gratuity is not included or required. Valid admission and park reservations are required for Magic Kingdom park, and are not included in the session price.

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Children of all ages are very welcome to hug Disney princesses and other meet-and-greet characters at Disney theme parks. What would be the best way to spend 6 days in Disneyland with two 3 year olds if money is not an issue?

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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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People understand they need photo proof that they did in fact go to Disney World, so people on social media can scroll past it and not care. However, there is now a selfie ban in place at Disney World and the reason may shock you. Back in 2015, Disney implemented a selfie stick ban.

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Alongside the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays (runs from November 24 through December 30, 2023), there are plenty of opportunities to see Santa around the World Showcase, including a chance to have a Disney PhotoPass Photographer take your photo with him.

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The Seven Dwarfs only meet all together at Walt Disney World during special ticketed events that are held at Magic Kingdom. Typically, this means Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party (MVMCP), two events where the characters have appeared in the past.

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Disney World and Disneyland Cast Members and retirees can now access Disney PhotoPass Lenses for free through January 1, 2023. Access to Disney PhotoPass Lenses is normally only available to guests who purchase the Disney Genie+ service.

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Through Disney PhotoPass and the My Disney Experience Mobile App you may allow anyone who is connected to your Family & Friends list to view your photos. Photo sharing is set one person at a time, so you control who is able to view all the Disney PhotoPass photos connected to your Disney account.

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Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. The parks are a casual, family-oriented environment. Ensuring that the parks are family-friendly is an important part of the Disney experience. In that spirit, we ask you to use your discretion and common sense.

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Most characters at Disney can sign autographs, but not all. Here's a list of characters you will normally find at Disney, including at character meals, and if they can sign autographs. This list will be updated when characters change at either park.

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