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Walt Disney World Dolphin Expansion

Ballroom & Exhibit Space Expansion

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is embarking on the largest transformation in its history—a $275 million renovation and expansion designed to inspire the next generation of meetings and conventions. Opening late summer 2026, the project adds over 100,000 square feet of new event space, upgrades existing venues and guest rooms, and integrates cutting-edge technology throughout. Once complete, the resort will offer over 450,000 square feet of flexible meeting space across the Swan, Dolphin, and Swan Reserve—making it one of the premier convention destinations on the East Coast.

At the heart of the expansion is a striking two-story annex at the Dolphin, featuring 40,000 square feet of multi-purpose space, an elegant 38,000-square-foot divisible ballroom, and 38,000 square feet of pre-function areas designed for effortless networking and flow. The architecture preserves the iconic Michael Graves design, blending water-inspired motifs with warm, contemporary finishes. Together, these enhancements will deliver an unmatched setting for events that aim to impress, inspire, and achieve.

 

EXPANDING THE MAGIC OF MEETINGS

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A spacious, modern convention hall with high ceilings, patterned blue carpet, and bright overhead lighting. Several small groups of people stand and converse throughout the open room. Rendering of a spacious, modern convention center hallway with blue patterned carpet, large windows, colorful wall art, and several people walking or conversing in small groups. Illustration of a spacious, modern hallway with blue-patterned carpet, people walking or talking in small groups, large abstract artwork on the wall, and warm ceiling lights overhead.

Over 100,000 Sq. Ft. Meeting and Multi-Function Space Addition

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is proud to unveil the largest expansion in its history—part of a multi-million-dollar transformation set to redefine meetings and events. Opening late summer 2026, this over 100,000-square-footaddition will feature a stunning new ballroom, versatile convention space, upgraded existing venues, and fully renovated guest rooms.

The New Space Includes:

38,000 sq. ft. Upper Peninsula Ballroom with 14,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space

40,000 sq. ft. Lower Peninsula multi-function space with 24,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space

EXPECTED COMPLETION DATE – LATE SUMMER 2026

 

Designed to inspire, the expansion blends the resort’s iconic Michael Graves architecture with modern, high-performance event design—delivering the ideal stage for conferences, celebrations, and world-class gatherings.

 

Overhead view of the Dolphin with beautiful lighting on the causeway.

 

  • 38,000 sq. ft. Elegant Ballroom
  • 40,000 sq. ft. Multi-Purpose Space
  • Fiber Optic and Ethernet Backbone
  • Reversible Escalators
  • Programmable Lighting
  • 38,000 sq. ft. Pre-Function Space
  • Freight Elevator
  • Simulcast Infrastructure
  • Seamlessly connected to Dolphin Pacific Convention

 

 

 

RESORT FAST FACTS:

After completion, we will have available over 450,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, with 9 ballrooms and will also have
over 166,000 sq. ft. of contiguous & divisible multi-purpose space.

2,619 guest rooms and suites

Multiple tropically landscaped outdoor event spaces for up to 7,000+ guests

106 meeting and breakout rooms

23 restaurants and lounges on-site, plus walk to over 40 more

Featuring the latest in wireless technology – WiFi-6E

 

 

Dolphin groundbreaking photo with Mickey in the center.

Executives from Tishman, MetLife, Marriott International and Walt Disney World Resort came together for the groundbreaking of the latest expansion to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. Pictured from the left, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Area General Manager Sean Verney, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Director of Sales and Marketing Jim Curtis, Tishman Realty & Construction Principal and CEO John Vickers, Tishman Realty & Construction Principal and Chairman Dan Tishman, Mickey Mouse, The Walt Disney Company Executive Vice President of Global Development Andy Hopkins, MetLife Director of Investments Scott Hochman and Marriott International Area Vice President Mark Gaber. (credit: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin)

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