Hi there, Diane!
There's nothing quite like saying hello and sharing a warm hug with your favorite characters during a Walt Disney World Resort vacation, so I am absolutely delighted that you stopped by
planDisney with this
practically perfect question!
I just checked the
My Disney Experience app, and unfortunately, it doesn't look like Mary Poppins is currently scheduled to make any appearances in Walt Disney World's theme parks today. While I know it can be disheartening to see one of your favorites missing from the day's list of scheduled character appearances, all hope is not lost! It is The Most Magical Place on Earth after all. I've noticed an increase in surprise character visits during recent vacations. During my most recent visit, my husband and I spotted Jasmine and Aladdin walking hand in hand through Adventureland. These unannounced appearances are impossible to plan and all about happening to be in the right place at the right time, but when the stars align, it truly feels like you've experienced real Disney magic!
As you mentioned, Mary Poppins has previously appeared in the United Kingdom pavilion of EPCOT as well as in Magic Kingdom Park's Liberty Square behind
Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, so this is where she would most likely make a surprise appearance. Of course, nothing is guaranteed, so I wouldn't encourage your friends to spend valuable time waiting for her to show up, but it wouldn't hurt to do a quick walk-through and visual scan when they happen to be in those areas.
planDisney pixie dust: As part of Walt Disney World's
Cool Kid Summer celebration, characters have been popping up all over the theme parks, especially during
Early Theme Park Entry, so if character encounters are a priority for your friends during their visit, encourage them to arrive early!
I'll be thinking the happiest thoughts on behalf of your friends, Diane!
Here's to magical moments,
Lizzie