What is Disney celebrating in 2023?

2023 marks the 100th anniversary of Disney. As we approach this historic milestone, we are inspired by the journey we've been on together and the fans and families who have brought Disney into their hearts throughout the past century.



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The Walt Disney Company has a big birthday to celebrate in 2023. It's celebrating 100 years by throwing the biggest event yet in Disney history: Disney 100 Years of Wonder. The heart of the celebration takes place at Disneyland Resort, and that's where the party kicked off Jan. 27, 2023.

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MAY 2023. The EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival still goes strong through May, and we often see the early part of the month emptier. With Star Wars Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Mother's Day, New Snacks at Walt Disney World arrive in fun themes for each.

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Disney Anniversaries in 2024
  • May 1: Disney's Hollywood Studios 35th Anniversary.
  • June 1: Disney's Typhoon Lagoon 35th Anniversary.
  • June 9: Donald Duck's 90th Birthday.


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This makes the September/October 2023 a good time to visit. Even once Moana is open, we're actually expecting Walt Disney World to be relatively stable until “late 2024” when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens. We expect TRON to keeps its virtual queue at least through the end of 2023.

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Nevertheless, wait times are an imperfect measure of Walt Disney World's crowds, especially if you're comparing current conditions to prior years. Walt Disney World attendance has increased by several million people over the course of the last decade-plus, so the vast majority of days in 2023 will be more crowded than ...

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The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will begin before the end of the month, on July 27, 2023. This is the biggest, longest, and most popular event of the year at Epcot.

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2023 Walt Disney Travel Company packages are only available for check-in dates up to 500 days in advance. Please note: Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts are available for bookings 11 months out.

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Walt Disney World will celebrate July 4 with nighttime spectaculars at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. Here is a run-down of all the details for both parks. Note that there will not be fireworks shows at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom, or Disney Springs.

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July in Florida is miserable. The heat and humidity make mid afternoons unbearable. There are two aspects of this to consider. First, take note of the health risks and be prepared for them.

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GRAPHIC: The best times to visit Walt Disney World in 2023
  • January 17-31 (light to moderate crowds, cool temps)
  • February 1-9 (light to moderate crowds, cool temps)
  • May 1-5 (light to moderate crowds)
  • May 8-25 (light to moderate crowds)
  • August 14-18 (light crowds)
  • August 21-31 (light crowds)


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Cheapest Time of the Year at Disney World in 2023 As a rule, January, February, August, and September are the cheapest seasons, as long as you avoid any holidays in those months. November and December are also good, though the discounts are not quite as deep.

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For 2023, Walt Disney World ticket prices start at $109 per person and max out at $189. However, this doesn't include a 6.5% sales tax – or add-on options like Park Hopper, Memory Maker, or Water Park and Sports. With these extras, ticket prices can really add up.

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Yes! Walt Disney World vacation packages became available for purchase on May 31, 2023, and you can book packages up to 19 months in advance which means through December 2024. If you are looking for a vacation package for dates past December 2024, you will have to wait until next year when Disney releases them.

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How much does bottled water cost at Disney World? A bottle of Dasani water costs $3.75 and SmartWater costs $5.75 at all Disney World merchandise and dining locations. Every quick service location will also provide free iced water upon request so that's also a decent alternative.

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A trip at this time of year also has the added bonus of cooler temperatures — or, to superfans, Spirit Jersey weather. Disney World's least busy month, though, is almost always September.

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Off-peak times fall around January, February, September, and early November. Discounts on vacation packages booked directly through Disney (which combine park tickets and hotel stays) can be found year-round, though they're most common at these less-crowded times.

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Most Common Trip Length – 4 or 5 Days: This trip length works well for most people because you can visit all four Disney World theme parks, even possibly enjoy a second day at a favorite park, and it fits within most people's work vacation limits.

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The worst times to visit Disney World in 2023 are: March 17 – April 16 (Spring Break & Easter) May 26 – August 13. November 17-26 (Avoid Thanksgiving Week) December 15 -31 (Avoid Christmas and New Year's Weeks)

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