Hiya Barbara,
Welcome to planDisney! When it comes to visiting Walt Disney World Resort, to the dismay of my Prince Charming, I spare no expense. I love treating myself to all the yummy treats,
Enchanting Extras, and merchandise. The cost can add up quickly, so I’m also always on the hunt for ways to save money where I can.
All this to say, Barbara, I love that you are getting a head start on planning by figuring out which special offers are available for your trip dates! That is always the best first step in order to ensure you get the best prices on Vacation Packages, theme park tickets, and Resort Hotel reservations. I took a peek at the
Special Offers, Deals, and Discounts page, and currently, deals are available for trip dates through October 4th, 2026 (this varies by promotion). Since you mentioned you plan to arrive around October 9th, none of these would be applicable to those trip dates. The only special offer that currently aligns with your dates is the
Free Dining Plan for Kids! Under this offer, when you purchase a Vacation Package in 2026 (that includes a dining plan for all Guests over 10 years old), you can get dining plans for all kids ages 3-9 for free! Other than that deal, we are still eagerly awaiting the release of potential fall deals. In years past, we saw these deals pop up in mid-spring and early summer (subject to change), so there are still a few months before we can expect to see anything new. If you do not already have the Special Offers, Deals, and Discounts page bookmarked, I highly recommend bookmarking it. As deals become available, they will be updated on that page.
I hope this was helpful, Barbara. Before I let you go, October is one of my favorite times to visit because I am a huge Halloween fan. I always love how Walt Disney World Resort celebrates the spooky season, so I always like to plan my vacations during that month. I know I already mentioned keeping an eye on the Special Offers, Deals, and Discounts page, but I also wanted to remind you to check out Disney Parks Blog. Around late April-early May, Disney Parks Blog tends to release a lot of sneak peeks of all things Halloween, including
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party details, which is great for planning your trip. Also,
Disney Parks Blog tends to also share news of all the new deals and offers, so it is always worth a visit. I hope you have the most magical visit of all. If you need anything else, please come back and see us.
Happy Planning,
Ashley F.