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... If so, welcome to THE OFFICIAL SEPTEMBER 2024 THREAD!
... If so, welcome to THE OFFICIAL SEPTEMBER 2024 THREAD!
If you're traveling to Walt Disney World Resort this September, you've come to the right thread. Here, you can talk to other September travelers and add yourself to our roll call. You'll also find information as it arises for special events, refurbishments & closures, and more.
Feel free to DM me @Newsies if anything in this post looks out of date or incorrect. Roll Call details will be at the bottom of this post!
Overview
If you've never been to WDW in September, be prepared for the heat! It's still summer, and it'll be hot, with an average high of 89°F and an average low of just 74°F. Summer storms will still impact your afternoon plans, and we'll be smack dab in the middle of high hurricane season -- so prepare for outdoor attractions, including the Skyliner & boat transportation, to see some downtime in your day-to-day park touring. Bring your sunscreen and your ponchos (and a portable phone charger... you never know how long you'll be stuck sitting in the Impressions de France lobby waiting out a storm!)
In spite of all the heat and rain, September has been a tried-and-true DIS Favorite time to visit Walt Disney World Resort for years. Kids are back in school for those precious first few weeks, which (historically) lends itself to lower crowds, especially at the beginning of the month. Fall events -- like Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival -- are just getting started to add some core memories and new experiences to your trip. And of course: pricing for certain weeks is among the lowest of the year, with several room and package discounts active to help Disney fill some rooms. And who knows what else will be in store for us this year? I'm betting that Tiana's Bayou Adventure will finally be open for all of us to enjoy this September.
Special Events
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
This hard ticket event is a must-do if you're traveling to the Parks in September! While MNSSHP has technically not been announced yet, we're all anxiously waiting for the return of this after-hours Magic Kingdom party, which includes trick-or-treating, special character meet & greets, special fireworks & parades, and lower-than-normal wait times for your favorite attractions. For an additional cost, you can also purchase party-exclusive merchandise and snacks throughout the Park.
I'll add the dates and link to purchase tickets once more information becomes available, but I'll also refer you all to the official MNSSHP thread for more information. @monique5 does a great job with these threads every year, so if you have any questions or comments specifically for MNSSHP, you may have better luck getting answers and starting a discussion over here: "Official" 2024 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
08/29-11/23
Yet another must-do for September travelers! If you have plans to visit Epcot this Fall, Disney invites you to embark on a culinary exploration across the globe with outdoor kitchens serving small plates, live music from your favorite music artists, festival-exclusive merchandise, and more.
Foodies can look forward to sampling dishes from all around the world at the Global Marketplaces. At these stands, you'll find cuisine from all around the globe, crafted in artistic and inventive ways, as well as beverage pairings to compliment them. More menu information to be announced later!
Complete Emile's Fromage Montage, a fun food stroll throughout Epcot where you can be rewarded for... eating cheese! Purchase 5 cheesey dishes throughout Epcot to receive a specialty unique item. Don't forget to have your passport stamped!
Take home the memory of your time at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival with specialty merchandise featuring Figment, Remy, and Mickey Mouse.
NEW THIS YEAR: CommuniCore Hall will open on June 10th, and add a new element of fun to the Food & Wine Festival. We don't know what exactly will be hosted here, but hopefully, this will include some events from years past, such as culinary demonstrations from your favorite chefs.
Stay tuned for even more special events, including the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, scavenger hunts, and more as they're announced!
For more planning & discussion about the 2024 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, please visit @crazy4wdw's epic and comprehensive thread here!
Closures, Refurbishments, and More
THIS SECTION LAST UPDATED 04/13
Major Park Closures:Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
This hard ticket event is a must-do if you're traveling to the Parks in September! While MNSSHP has technically not been announced yet, we're all anxiously waiting for the return of this after-hours Magic Kingdom party, which includes trick-or-treating, special character meet & greets, special fireworks & parades, and lower-than-normal wait times for your favorite attractions. For an additional cost, you can also purchase party-exclusive merchandise and snacks throughout the Park.
I'll add the dates and link to purchase tickets once more information becomes available, but I'll also refer you all to the official MNSSHP thread for more information. @monique5 does a great job with these threads every year, so if you have any questions or comments specifically for MNSSHP, you may have better luck getting answers and starting a discussion over here: "Official" 2024 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
08/29-11/23
Yet another must-do for September travelers! If you have plans to visit Epcot this Fall, Disney invites you to embark on a culinary exploration across the globe with outdoor kitchens serving small plates, live music from your favorite music artists, festival-exclusive merchandise, and more.
Foodies can look forward to sampling dishes from all around the world at the Global Marketplaces. At these stands, you'll find cuisine from all around the globe, crafted in artistic and inventive ways, as well as beverage pairings to compliment them. More menu information to be announced later!
Complete Emile's Fromage Montage, a fun food stroll throughout Epcot where you can be rewarded for... eating cheese! Purchase 5 cheesey dishes throughout Epcot to receive a specialty unique item. Don't forget to have your passport stamped!
Take home the memory of your time at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival with specialty merchandise featuring Figment, Remy, and Mickey Mouse.
NEW THIS YEAR: CommuniCore Hall will open on June 10th, and add a new element of fun to the Food & Wine Festival. We don't know what exactly will be hosted here, but hopefully, this will include some events from years past, such as culinary demonstrations from your favorite chefs.
Stay tuned for even more special events, including the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, scavenger hunts, and more as they're announced!
For more planning & discussion about the 2024 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, please visit @crazy4wdw's epic and comprehensive thread here!
Closures, Refurbishments, and More
THIS SECTION LAST UPDATED 04/13
- Blizzard Beach Water Park closed for the season on March 16, 2024, with a TBA re-opening date.
- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios is closed through Summer 2024, with no reopening date announced yet.
- Voyage of the Little Mermaid at Hollywood Studios is closed through Summer 2024, with no reopening date announced yet.
- Country Bear Jamboree at Magic Kingdom is closed for refurbishment and will reopen in Summer 2024 with all-new songs. No reopening date is announced yet.
- And, of course... Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom is permanently closed, with the all-new Tiana's Bayou Adventure opening some time this Summer.
- Test Track will close on June 17th as part of a re-imagining for the ride. No reopening date is announced yet.
- Port Orleans - French Quarter will be under refurbishment from May 2024 until November 2024, with several rooms being unavailable to guests. You may notice construction during this time, but most amenities will remain open.
- Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is constructing a new tower for their DVC property. While this isn't currently impacting hotel operations, you may notice construction between the longhouses and the Grand Floridian Wedding Pavilion. If you're staying in the Aotearoa, Fiji, or Tuvalu longhouses, you may notice this construction more than others.
- Disney's Grand Floridian Resort remains under construction through a multi-year reimagining process. While 1900 Park Fare is opening in April 2024, the Grand Floridian Tea Room remains closed with no reopening date announced. At this time, it's possible you may notice construction in the lobby areas of the resort, though most amenities (other than the Tea Room) are expected to remain open for now.
- BoardWalk Inn remains under construction through a multi-year reimagining process. Neither the Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers or Blue Ribbon Corn Dog stand appear to be opening any time soon, and the Villas are still under construction, so construction will be noticeable to guests for the foreseeable future.
Roll Call
- 08/28-09/06: momof2halls
- 08/30-09/08: KT0191
- 08/30-09/09: tracylynnhare
- 08/31-09/07: LadybugsMum
- 08/31-09/08: pskelly
- 09/01-09/10: bklynblue
- 09/01-09/07: TrulyMadlyDisney
- 09/02-09/07: RLGNC
- 09/02-09/08: SamanthaH
- 09/04-09/08: Vulcan Muppet
- 09/06-09/09: Elizakapeka
- 09/06-09/13: krauh
- 09/07-09/15: old feller
- 09/08-09/14: adizzle819
- 09/08-09/14: Newsies
- 09/09-09/18: hsmamainva
- 09/09-09/14: ThreeKMom
- 09/10-09/17: #1Disfann
- 09/14-09/21: danasunder
- 09/14-09/21: Earningmywings
- 09/14-09/19: straightpast
- 09/15-09/20: peabody58
- 09/18-09/29: Coraprincess3
- 09/18-09/23: kylenne
- 09/18-09/23: Mle8308
- 09/19-09/28: kanerf
- 09/19-09/28: Karlk
- 09/20-09/27: pigletgirl
- 09/21-09/28: MamaJessie
- 09/21-09/29: PrincessGidget
- 09/22-10/03: TCRAIG
- 09/24-10/01: CaroM8
- 09/26-10/11: AJ1983
- 09/28-10/03: Coconuts
- 09/28-10/05: dingyi6288
- 09/28-10/05: Karalee402
- 09/28-10/01: VAtink
- 09/29-10/05: KNovacovschi
- 09/29-10/03: Wood Nymph
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So excited and happy to plan with you all!
