Hi, George! Welcome to planDisney.
Packing your own food can be a total game-changer. Not only does it keep everyone fueled between rides and parades, but it can also save you a ton of money over the course of your trip. Theme park snacks can add up quickly, especially with kiddos in tow, so having a stash of your favorites in a cooler backpack is both smart and super convenient. We've done it many times, and it makes those little breaks even sweeter (especially when you're munching on your own goodies in a shady spot!).
You can bring your Igloo cooler backpack into the theme parks as long as it fits within
Disney’s size limit of 24” long x 15” wide x 18” high—which your cooler does! The way you described it (22" high, 7.5" wide, and 15" long), you're good to go. And Hakuna Matata, the orientation doesn't matter. As long as no single dimension exceeds the size limits, Cast Members won’t be flipping your cooler around with a measuring tape.
Just a couple of friendly reminders: loose or dry ice isn’t allowed, so opt for reusable ice packs instead. And while snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are welcome, make sure you're not packing any glass containers.
Pro tip: If you're hoping to be among the first Guests through the gates, give yourself extra time at
security, especially with a cooler. Even though you're within the guidelines, larger bags and coolers might get a closer look, and arriving early helps you breeze through without stress.
Thanks for stopping by
planDisney, George. Have a great, big, beautiful tomorrow.
Mike