Families arriving at Walt Disney World this summer have a reason to get excited before they ever step foot in a theme park. As part of the Cool KIDS' SUMMER promotion, guests staying at Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney's Pop Century Resort, or Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside will find special experiences and amenities waiting for them from the moment they check in, running through September 8, 2026.
One of the standout perks applies to all Disney Resort hotel guests: complimentary admission to either Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park or Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park on check-in day. The offer is valid for arrivals between May 26 and September 8, 2026, giving families a low-key way to shake off travel fatigue before the bigger park days begin.
At the four participating resorts, the fun ramps up from there. Families can stop by the front desk for a Cool KIDS' SUMMER surprise for each young child, catch daily pool parties hosted by Disney recreation cast members, browse a lobby lending library stocked with Disney Publishing titles, and wind down the evening with a pajama party story time — with the chance that a Disney character might drop in to help tell the tale. Kids-only pin trading boards and dining assistants at select quick-service restaurants round out the family-friendly touches.
Beyond the resort grounds, Walt Disney World's complimentary transportation network makes check-in day feel even more expansive. Guests at Port Orleans – Riverside can hop the Sassagoula River Cruise to Disney Springs, while those at Art of Animation or Pop Century can ride the Disney Skyliner over to Caribbean Beach Resort for a meal at Sebastian's Bistro — all without a car or extra cost.
Full details on the Cool KIDS' SUMMER program, including offer terms, are available through the Disney Parks Blog.
