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Rainy Day Tips for Walt Disney World

Precipitation is common in Orlando, but rain does not have to ruin your day at Disney! The next time there is a pop-up shower during your vacation, remember these rainy day tips for Disney World.

Rainy Day at Disney
FTJ Agent Stephanie Haefner on a rainy day at EPCOT

1. Pack rain gear

Plan ahead and pack ponchos, stroller covers, and umbrellas in case of inclement weather so you can continue with your day without getting totally soaked. Ponchos are available for purchase in most retail locations. To avoid wet shoes, pack a pair of flip flops to change into.

If there’s just a light sprinkle without lightning, outdoor rides will remain open, so you can still ride Big Thunder Mountain and other outdoor coasters. If you’d prefer to avoid the rain, head to indoor attractions. Here are some of my favorite hidden gems by park:

Magic Kingdom

  • The playground in the queue for Dumbo
  • Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
  • Mickey’s PhilharMagic – 4D Show
  • Monster’s Inc Laugh Floor
  • Indoor Character Interactions at Fairytale Hall, Storybook Circus, Town Square Theater, and Maurice’s Cottage
  • Enjoy the Rainy Day Cavalcade, a special parade only seen on rainy days
Rainy Day Cavalcade at WDW Magic Kingdom, rainy day at Disney, rainy days, Rainy Day Cavalcade
photo by FTJ Agent Tricia Tussing

Hollywood Studios

  • Muppet*Vision 3D
  • Vacation Fun – Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie
  • Walt Disney Presents – a gallery featuring artifacts from Walt Disney’s life and career, plus a 15-minute documentary
  • Indoor Character Interactions at Star Wars Launch Bay, Red Carpet Dreams, and Celebrity Spotlight

EPCOT

  • Advanced Training Lab Playspace at the Mission Space Exit
  • Explore the aquarium in the World Nature building
  • “What If” Lab at Figment Exit
  • Tour the galleries in World Showcase (ie. Impressions de France, Reflections of China, and Stave Church Gallery)
  • Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along
  • Indoor Character Interactions at Royal Sommerhaus

Animal Kingdom

  • It’s Tough to Be a Bug – 4D show
  • Take the Wildlife Express Train to Conservation Station – animal encounters, interactive exhibits, and veterinary facility dedicated to wildlife conservation
  • Indoor Character Interactions at Adventurers Outpost
Rafiki's Planet Watch
FTJ Agent Sarah Evinsky at Rafiki’s Planet Watch

2. Head to Disney Springs

Rainy days are the perfect time to catch a movie at the AMC Dine-in 24. In addition to grab-and-go concession stands and MacGuffins Bar, several of the theatres offer dine-at-your-seat food service. Or visit Splitsville Luxury Lanes for bowling, billiards, live entertainment, and dining. Reservations are recommended. Disney Springs also offers unique retail locations. Use your rainy day to pick up souvenirs you won’t find anywhere else.

Splitsville Lanes at Disney Springs

Splitsville Lanes at Disney Springs
photos by FTJ Agent Alicia Kleinsmith

3. Check with the front desk at your WDW resort

A “secret” benefit of staying at a Disney World Resort is the daily activities organized by the Cast Members. Guests can participate in scavenger hunts and dance parties by the pool, movies under the stars, and complimentary marshmallow roasts. The magic does not stop if it’s raining, it just moves indoors. Cast Members offer board games, crafts, and pretend campfires (with real marshmallows) in the resort lobby on rainy days. These activities vary by resort and day so check with the desk to see what is offered.

Resort Activities at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Resort Activities at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

4. Jump in puddles

…. and remember that a rainy day at Disney World is better than a sunny day anywhere else! I have wonderful memories of my 4-year-old daughter in her bathing suit splashing in every puddle on the way back to our resort room. The rain just presented another opportunity to have fun!

One of the many benefits of working with a Fairytale Journeys Agent is having a contact for problems during your vacation. Reach out to your agent who can share more rainy day tips for Disney World or adjust your plans if necessary.

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photo by FTJ Agent Amy Knee

SUSANNE HAYS

My love for Disney began when I was a young girl, and my parents took me to Disney with my brothers for a boy scout trip. During High School, I attended Benjamin Russell in Alexander City, AL, where I was a majorette in the band. We were given the opportunity to perform at Magic Kingdom during one of their parades, which was a dream come true and such an honor to have been chosen. Walt Disney’s vision was to dream, believe, dare, and do. I think this is still true today!

I began my travel experience at another home-based travel agency, where I learned about the travel business. During this time, my love for Disney and the magical experience Disney offered became the focus of my travel business.

The many years of experience in sales and the importance of customer service, loyalty, and dedication for every client to have a magical experience is when Fairytale Journeys, LLC was created. For the past 20 years, my family and I have visited Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, and Aulani. I enjoy helping others plan their magical vacations to WDW. I give each client the personal service that they should have. I ensure everything is taken care of for their magical vacation from the beginning of the reservations to the end. That’s why it’s so important to book with a travel agent so that you can receive a personal touch on your vacation.

I am here to help my clients with dining reservations, itineraries, travel arrangements, and most of all, dedication to making sure that each of my clients receives the best price for their magical vacation!

I have an undergraduate degree in Fashion Merchandising and a Masters’s Degree in Elementary Education. I am married to Steve Hays from Huntsville, AL, and we have two boys, Wilson and Garren Hays.

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