Disney World 2023 events
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The 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend will be held November 2-5, 2023. The event coincides with the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2024 is scheduled for January 3-7, 2024. Races during the weekend typically include a 10K, 5K, Marathon, and Half Marathon. February 22-25, 2024 will have running royalty during Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend. In 2023, in addition to a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K run, there will also be a Princess Yoga session in the Magic Kingdom. For more information on booking your next trip with our official travel agent sponsor, the Vacationeer, visit wdwnt.travel.
Finally, runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend is set for April 18-21, 2024. The theme for this event changes annually. 2023’s event features a Pixar theme, and registration is still open for the Disney Pixar Toy Story 10 Miler. While it’s already been announced that runDisney events will return to the Disneyland Resort in 2024, dates have been announced. Will you be heading to the starting line in 2024? Share your thoughts in the comments! For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Related posts:Walt Disney World Annual and Seasonal Events Schedule is subject to change. While every effort is made to update information, contact Walt Disney World direct to confirm information before your trip. January February March April May June July August September October November December Sign up for our FREE newsletters!Magically Speaking offers readers great articles and fun Disney stuff. Magical Notifications sends weekley alerts to readers about the latest Disney discounts and more. Never miss a Disney discount again with Magical Notifications.For a Free no-obligation quote, contact our sponsor, The Magic For Less Travel. The Magic For Less Travel is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner and has been helping guests plan magical vacations since 2002. Receive the best prices and free travel planning services. Their fee-free services will help you save time, money, and stress while planning a vacation designed around you and your needs! January EventsHoliday Happenings & EventsMid November – December 2022 Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 1, 2021 – March 31, 2023 Walt Disney World MarathonJanuary 4-8, 2023 Epcot International Festival of the ArtsMid-January – Mid-February 2023 Additional Events During January• Youth Group Competitions and Exhibitions – Takes place at various times January through March. Youth activities (i.e., sports, dance, cheerleading, singing, bands) may be scheduled in public areas. These activities may create heavy bookings at some resorts, especially at the All-Star Resorts, by youth groups. Because of the additional traffic, the noise levels may be significantly increased. Also, there may be possible random closure of certain park attractions for use as event venues such as Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. • Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend – Third weekend in January (January 16, 2023) – While no specific events are planned, there are possible heavy bookings at resorts. Extra crowds possible in all parks and longer park hours. February EventsWalt Disney World 50th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 1, 2021 – March 31, 2023 Epcot International Festival of the ArtsMid-January – Mid-February 2023 Disney’s Princess Half Marathon WeekendFebruary 23-26, 2023 Additional Events During February• Super Bowl – February 12, 2023 – Walt Disney World resort may offer special activities to celebrate the Big Game. • Valentine’s Day – February 12, 2023 – Walt Disney World resort may offer special meals to mark the occasion. • Mardi Gras – February 21, 2023 – Events like mini-float parade (themed golf carts decorated by resort cast members) at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort (both French Quarter and Riverside) on Fat Tuesday. The parade features music, select Disney characters, beads, and candy are given out along the parade route. Ask for parade time at the front desk. Read more on our MFL Blog. • President’s Weekend – Third weekend in February (February 18-20, 2023) – While no specific events are planned, this is traditionally the start of spring break season. Possible heavy booking at resorts. Extra crowds are possible in all parks. Longer park hours with more frequent scheduling of fireworks, parades and some • Youth Group Competitions and Exhibitions – Takes place at various times January through March. Youth activities (i.e., sports, dance, cheerleading, singing, bands) may be scheduled in public areas. These activities may create heavy bookings at some resorts, especially at the All-Star Resorts, by youth groups. Because of the additional traffic, the noise levels may be significantly increased. Also, there may be possible random closure of certain park attractions for use as event venues such as Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. March EventsWalt Disney World 50th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 1, 2021 – March 31, 2023 Epcot International Flower & Garden FestivalEarly March – Early July 2023 Additional Events During March• Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival – March 17, 2023 – Raglan Road restaurant and Disney Springs throws a yearly celebration centered around St. Patrick’s Day that lasts for several weekends, which features live entertainment, dancing, face painting and more! Read more on our MFL Blog. • Spring Break – Mid-March – Early-April, 2023 – During this crowded time of the year, Disney employs several strategies to disperse crowds, including offering additional entertainment at alternative parks other than the Magic Kingdom and opening or offering seasonal restaurants or dining options. • Youth Group Competitions and Exhibitions – Various times January through March. Youth activities (i.e., sports, dance, cheerleading, singing, bands) may be scheduled in public areas. These activities may create heavy bookings at some resorts, especially All-Stars, by youth groups, where the noise levels may be significantly increased. Possible random closure of certain park attractions for use as event venues such as Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. April EventsEpcot International Flower & Garden FestivalEarly March – Early July 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise WeekendApril 13 – April 16, 2023 Additional Events During April• Easter – April 9, 2023 – Special meals, meet and greets with Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny, Easter Egg Hunts, and more. • Animal Kingdom’s Birthday – April 22, 2023 – Opening April 22, 1998, the park turns 25 this birthday. The Party for the Planet will be held for this event. • Earth Day – April 22, 2023 – the Animal Kingdom celebrates Earth Day with the Party for the Planet special event. Activities are held throughout the park to commemorate. May EventsEpcot International Flower & Garden FestivalEarly March – Early July 2023 Summer Events at Walt Disney WorldLate May – Early September Additional Events During May• Disney’s Hollywood Studio’s Birthday – May 1, 2023 – Opening May 1, 1989, the park turns 34 this birthday. No celebration plans have been announced. • Cinco de Mayo – May 5, 2023 – Annual special family/kids activities at Mexico Pavilion at Epcot. • Mother’s Day – May 14, 2023 – Special meals and deals are offered throughout Walt Disney World Resort. June EventsEpcot International Flower & Garden FestivalEarly March – Early July 2023 Summer Events at Walt Disney WorldLate May – Early September Additional Events During June• School Summer Break – Time varies across the country, but generally occurs the last week of May until mid-August. Families with school-age children will be visiting Walt Disney World in more significant numbers. This can result in heavy bookings at resorts and longer lines in parks and restaurants. During this time, there will be longer park hours with more frequent scheduling of fireworks, parades, and some shows. • Gay Days – May 31-June 5, 2023 – Non-Disney sponsored event occurring yearly in June. Actual dates vary annually. Unofficial public and private events take place at Disney & other Orlando locations. Scheduled events in specific Walt Disney World parks on particular days. Possible extra crowds in specific parks, one each day. Possible early closings of some theme parks, water parks for private parties. Visit Gay Day’s Official web site for additional info. • Father’s Day – June 18, 2023 – Select Disney restaurants offer special meals for dad! July EventsSummer Events at Walt Disney WorldLate May – Early
September Epcot International Flower & Garden FestivalEarly March – Early July 2023 Location: Worldwide Independence DayJuly 4, 2023 Epcot International Food and Wine FestivalJuly 14 though November 19, 2022 Additional Events During July• School Summer Break – Time varies across the country, but generally occurs the second week in June until mid-August. Families with school-age children will be visiting Walt Disney World in a higher number, which can result in heavy bookings at resorts and longer lines in parks and restaurants. During this time, there will be longer park hours with more frequent scheduling of fireworks, parades, and some shows. • Bastille Day – July 14, 2023 – Annual special family/kids activities at France Pavilion at Epcot. August EventsSummer Events at Walt Disney WorldLate May – Early September Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween PartyAugust 12 – October 31, 2022 Epcot International Food and Wine FestivalJuly 14 though November 19, 2022 Additional Events During August• School Summer Break– Time varies across the country, but generally occurs the last week of May until mid-August. Families with school-age children will be visiting Walt Disney World in higher numbers, which can result in heavy bookings at resorts and longer lines in parks and restaurants. During this time, there will be longer park hours with more frequent scheduling of fireworks, parades, and some shows. September EventsSummer Events at Walt Disney WorldLate May – Early September Free DiningNot currently offered. Check back for details. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween PartyAugust 12 – October 31, 2022 Epcot International Food and Wine FestivalJuly 14 though November 19, 2022 Additional Events During September• Great Irish Hooley Festival – August 27. 2022 – This Labor Day weekend party at Raglan Road at Downtown Disney features top Irish bands playing traditional and rock tunes, Irish Dance Workshops for the whole family, structured set dancing, Celtic face painting, and authentic food and beverages. October EventsHalloween/Fall EventsMid August – October 31, 2021 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween PartyAugust 12 – October 31, 2022 Epcot International Food and Wine FestivalJuly 14 though November 19, 2022 Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 1, 2021 – March 31, 2023 Annual Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine ClassicNovember 11-12 2022 Additional Events During October• Epcot’s Birthday – October 1, 2022 – Opening Oct 1, 1982, the park turns 40 on this birthday. • Magic Kingdom’s Birthday – October 1, 2022 – Opening Oct. 1, 1971, the park and Walt Disney World resort turns 51 on this birthday. (This will be a big celebration and the Magic Kingdom is expected to be at capacity.) November EventsGeneral Tips: November is a transition month. There will still be Fall and Halloween activities during the first part of the month, and then celebrations will switch to Christmas and other holiday activities. Pay close attention to the dates of the events this month. Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 1, 2021 – March 31, 2023 Epcot International Food and Wine FestivalJuly 14 though November 19, 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half MarathonNovember 3-6, 2022 Participation: Registered Event Holiday Happenings & EventsMid November 2022 – Early January 2023 Candlelight ProcessionalCheck back for 2022 dates and details. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas PartyEarly November – Late December Filming of ABC Holiday SpecialsCheck back for 2022 dates and details. Additional Events During November• Jersey Week – First or Second Week in November – New Jersey Teachers Convention is held during this time, and schools in the state are out of session. Many Jersey families choose to vacation at Walt Disney World during this time resulting in decreased availability at resorts. Possible extra crowds at all parks. • Dapper Day Fall Soiree – Check back for dates – Inspired by the original Disney park designer’s illustrations, which often featured extremely well-dressed guests enjoying Epcot, this unofficial Disney event invites park guests to don elegant fashions from vintage-inspired to contemporary chic and visit the park with other stylish guests. Dapper Day is not a Disney sponsored event, and guests do not have to participate. Learn more at dapperday.com. • Thanksgiving – November 25, 2021 – Restaurants will offer special menus for the day. Likely extreme crowds on Thanksgiving weekend, especially at MK, heavy bookings at sit-down restaurants. December EventsWalt Disney World 50th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 1, 2021 – March 31, 2023 Pop Warner Sports TournamentsThis event will no longer take place at the Walt Disney World Resort. Holiday Happenings & EventsMid November 2022 – Early January 2023 Candlelight ProcessionalCheck back for 2022 dates and details. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas PartyEarly November – Late December Christmas WeekParticipation: Public New Year’s EveDecember 31, 2022 Additional Events During DecemberNothing Scheduled at this Time What is coming to Disney World in 2023?What's Happening at Walt Disney World in 2023?. Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebrations | Through March 2023.. Walt Disney Company 100th Anniversary Celebration.. EPCOT Forever Returns Temporarily.. EPCOT Neighborhoods | EPCOT.. TRON Lightcycle Power Run Rollercoaster | Magic Kingdom.. When can you make Disney reservations for 2023?2023 Walt Disney World Packages go on sale June 8, 2022 and can be booked for arrivals up to 499 days in advance. Requests for quotes beyond the 499-day mark will be placed on our waitlist and quoted at the appropriate time when those dates are made available by Disney.
What is going on at Disney World in March 2023?In March 2023, there will likely be a running event, with the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World being held towards the end of the month.
How long will Disney World's 50th celebration last?The 50th anniversary celebration will end on March 31, 2023. The date is now displayed on the official Disney World website. “The magic is calling everyone to our celebration — now through March 31, 2023!” the website update reads.
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