Explore tucked away places in the parks

Quiet cul-de-sacs in the Magic Kingdom or small side streets in Epcot’s World Showcase keep large crowds from swarming the characters. Keep in mind that character’s schedules are subject to change, especially in inclement weather. There are no guarantees that you will see these characters at the places mentioned.

If there is a particular character that you want to see, ask a cast member when and where that character is scheduled to appear.

Etiquette

Before you visit, remind your group to treat the characters with care and respect. They prefer gentle hugs to tight squeezes.

Get your camera ready while you are waiting to greet the characters. That will allow you more time to interact with them. The characters will be as accommodating as possible.

Have your autograph pens and books ready if you want an autograph. Characters will sign autograph books, hats or plush animals, but won’t sign t-shirts that guests are wearing.

Mickey and his friends are not allowed to hold children in their arms – it is too dangerous with those big gloves and paws. They will drop to one knee for a hug and a photograph with small children.

The Disney villains will be true to their personalities. They may shake an angry fist, do impatient foot tapping or misbehave by ‘stealing’ an autograph book. Harmless and often enjoyed by older children and adults, the villains may frighten younger children.

Keep your eyes open at…

MGM Studios

The end of New York Street around Washington Square.
Al’s toy barn for the stars of Toy Story.

EPCOT

The market streets of Morocco for characters from Aladdin.
Mary Poppins makes appearances in the streets of the United Kingdom area.
Snow White is known to make appearances in the Germany area.

Magic Kingdom

The Mad Hatter and the White Rabbit often make their way to the Mad Tea Party Ride.
You may find Captain Hook and Mr Smee around Pirates of the Caribbean.
Brer Bear and Brer Rabbit have been found tucked away in Frontierland.

Animal Kingdom

Rafiki, Timon and King Louis have been known to bid farewell in the late afternoon at the gates of the Animal Kingdom.

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