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Four young adults sit and smile together in front of a large geometric dome, with trees in the background. One woman wears mouse ears, another has a yellow hat, and they appear to be enjoying snacks and drinks outdoors.
A woman dressed as Princess Tiana from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog kneels and laughs with a young girl in a matching green dress, both smiling joyfully outdoors near trees and a fence.
A smiling family stands in front of a large, decorated Christmas tree. The woman wears a Santa hat and holds a dessert plate, the man holds a laughing child, and festive decorations are visible in the background.

Special Events Happening Around Walt Disney World

  • Six smiling adults in colorful Alice in Wonderland costumes proudly display medals in front of a blue runDisney backdrop after completing a race.

    January 6 - 10, 2027

    Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

  • Three people smile and take a selfie in front of colorful flowers and a Festival of the Arts sign with a rainbow at an outdoor event on a sunny day.

    January 15 - March 1, 2027

    EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

  • A group of people run past Cinderella Castle at Disney World on a sunny day, some wearing race bibs and costumes, all smiling and enjoying the event.

    February 25 to March 1, 2027

    Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend

  • A smiling couple sits on a flower bed, enjoying snacks and drinks, with large topiary figures of Beauty and the Beast in the background on a sunny day.

    March 10 to May 31, 2027

    EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

  • A group of happy runners in colorful costumes, including animal ears, a tutu, and a prosthetic leg, run at night past the Hollywood Tower Hotel sign. Other participants are in the background.

    April 8–11, 2027

    Springtime Surprise Weekend

  • Four young adults sit and smile together in front of a large geometric dome, with trees in the background. One woman wears mouse ears, another has a yellow hat, and they appear to be enjoying snacks and drinks outdoors.

    August 27 – November 21, 2026

    EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

  • A nighttime view of the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, featuring a pyramid-shaped building with illuminated windows, large fish sculptures on the roof, palm trees, and a bustling, well-lit courtyard below.

    November 21–22, 2026

    Swan & Dolphin Food and Wine Classic

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  • Five Disney characters—Goofy, Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Pluto—stand in Halloween costumes on a foggy, brightly lit street, with decorated buildings in the background at night.

    August 7 – October 31, 2026

    Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

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  • Two women in costumes run at night in a race, smiling, with a glowing, spherical building and colorful lights in the background. Other runners follow behind them.

    October 22–25, 2026

    Wine & Dine Half Marathon

  • An elderly man dressed as Santa in a red Hawaiian shirt and Santa hat holds hands and smiles with a woman dressed as Mrs. Claus by a lakeside, surrounded by palm trees and a tropical setting.

    Late November – December

    Santa’s Favorite Resort

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  • A smiling couple in festive Disney-themed outfits stands near a large decorated Christmas tree outdoors, with other people and holiday decorations in the background.

    Early November – December

    Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party (Magic Kingdom)

  • A colorful, illuminated tower with Hollywood Tower Hotel projected on it stands amid palm trees at night, with festive lights, star decorations, and artificial snow falling.

    November – December

    Disney Jollywood Nights (Hollywood Studios)

So Much More To Explore

From five-star fare to unforgettable meeting locations, you’ll find it all at the Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin and Swan Reserve. Discover all the special moments waiting beyond your room.