Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel, Mary!
Your Walt Disney World Resort vacation is only a few days away, and that calls for a celebration! It’s
the most wonderful time of the year, and the theme parks, resorts, and Disney Springs are ready for you, with gorgeous decorations, tasty holiday treats, and so much festive fun to be had. But you don’t need me to tell you about it – you’re going to be right in the middle of it SO soon!
Umbrellas are not listed as prohibited items in the
Walt Disney World Resort Park Rules, and I’ve seen lots of Guests use them in the theme parks. It’s not unusual for a rain storm to pop up in the afternoon in Orlando, and I’ve also seen Guests using umbrellas for shade. Last summer, my son and I were in line to meet characters at
Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and the sun was blazing – and, to our happy surprise, Cast Members came along with umbrellas for us so we could enjoy some shade.
Umbrellas are not allowed when they pose a safety risk or obstruct views. For example, an umbrella may not be opened on any attraction or in the seating area of a show. I recently watched
Fantasmic! on a rainy night, and most of us wore raincoats or ponchos in the outdoor seating area, as umbrellas would obstruct other Guests’ view of the show. You’ll just want to be considerate of others and be prepared to close an umbrella should a Cast Member let you know it’s not allowed. You’re also welcome to check in with a Cast Member if you’re not sure whether an umbrella is allowed in a particular location or situation.
Mary, I recommend bringing a small, purse-sized umbrella and a waterproof bag to store it in when not in use. You might also want to consider a compact rain coat or a poncho; there are umbrellas and ponchos for sale in the theme parks, but if you purchase in advance you’ll save a few dollars.
Have so much fun on your upcoming visit, Mary! If you find that you’re singin’ holiday tunes in the rain, I hope you’re warm and dry and able to splash and sing your heart out.
Wishing you a magical vacation,
Robyn