Exciting updates coming to Disney World in April 2024
As spring blooms, a plethora of new experiences and offerings, from thrilling adventures to special ticket deals to enticing food offerings and exciting updates are coming to Walt Disney World in April 2024.
In addition, the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival continues with 13 bands providing performances during the Garden Rocks Concert Series. Find the complete schedule here.
Here’s a roundup of what’s coming to Disney World fans this April:
New Earth Month Food and Drink – April 1: April kicks off Earth Month and Walt Disney World will celebrate as it normally does – with food and drink. All April long, give your taste buds a treat with new bites, such as the Raindrop Tart from The Mara and The Plant in the Boot Petit Cake from Amorette’s Patisserie, and the Elephant Cupcake is making its return to Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Here’s the list of what’s coming.
Special Ticket Deals at Walt Disney World Begin – April 2: Walt Disney World announces a specially priced 4-Park Magic Ticket starting from $99 per day, plus tax. This ticket grants admission to each of the four Walt Disney World theme parks—Magic Kingdom park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios—on four separate days. Dates are valid from April 2 through Sept. 22, 2024, and do not require theme park reservations.
Discover Disney Ticket for Florida Residents -April 2: Florida residents can take advantage of new three and four-day ticket deals at Walt Disney World from April 2 through Sept. 28, 2024. The Discover Disney Ticket offers flexibility and savings, providing residents with an opportunity to experience the magic of Disney at a discounted rate.
Star Tours New Scenes Debut – April 5: Star Tours – The Adventures Continue will introduce a new destination and characters from recent Disney+ series – “Ahsoka,” “Andor” and “The Mandalorian.” starting April 5. During their flight, guests may now encounter urgent transmissions from Ahsoka Tano, Cassian Andor or Din Djarin and Grogu.
Guest to Cast Pin Trading – April 7: Disney enthusiasts and pin collectors alike will rejoice as Guest to Cast Pin Trading returns on April 7. This beloved tradition allows visitors to trade pins with Disney cast members, adding to the magic and camaraderie of the Disney experience.
1900 Park Fare Reopens – April 10: The restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa reopens on April 10 featuring an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet at breakfast and dinner—with visits from Characters from classic Disney films, as well as newer favorites like “Encanto” and “The Princess and the Frog.”
Disney Springtime Surprise Weekend – April 18-21: The 2024 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend starts with the Peter Pan and Tinker Bell-inspired Neverland 5K. Next up is the Adventure Is Out There 10K, where you’ll meet beloved characters from Disney and Pixar’s “Up.” Run wild with the Hakuna Matata 10-Miler, celebrating the 30th Anniversary of “The Lion King.” Complete all three races for the Stitch’s ‘Ohana Challenge and earn a commemorative medal symbolizing unity.
Dapper Days – April 21 and 22 – An unofficial weekend in which participants are encouraged to “step out in style,” a retro look, at Disney World. Information can be found at dapperday.com.
Earth Day Celebration – April 22: Celebrate Earth Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with some special family-friendly experience and specialty offerings. More specifics are expected to be announced soon. This also mark’sthe 26th anniversary of the opening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
