Welcome to planDisney, Tonia!
I’m so excited to hear you’re already dreaming about a Walt Disney World Resort vacation in January 2026. Between the cooler weather and lighter crowds, this is a brilliant time of year to visit!
One of the biggest highlights of a January visit is the
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. This vibrant celebration typically kicks off in mid-January and brings together visual, culinary, and performing arts in the most imaginative ways.
Right now, reservations for 2026 aren’t quite available just yet. Based on previous years, we typically see vacation packages—including room and ticket options—become available sometime in early to mid-spring of the year before, which means you'll likely be able to book your stay at
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort soon. While there’s no exact date posted just yet, I recommend keeping an eye on the
Disney Parks Blog and the official Walt Disney World website for announcements—they’re your go-to sources for the latest updates!
I hope that's clarifying, Tonia. I wish I could give you a more concrete date, but I trust you'll plan and execute a practically perfect trip to The Most Magical Place on Earth.
Mike