In addition to all the fun you will have at the theme parks, there is also fun to be had at the recreation options at the Disney Resorts.
Nightly Movie
Every night, there is a different Disney movie shown. The screen is usually located near the pool or it could be on the beach or near the fire pit. When you check-in, you will be provided with a schedule for the duration of your stay.
Daily Pool Party and Activities
If you are at the resort to swim around 2-4 pm, there is usually a pool party and pool activities going on. This includes interactive games, dance contests and other events that will get the kids excited and engaged. Check the schedule at check-in for the current pool party times.
Running Trail
Almost all of the resorts have running trails. You can ask at the front desk for a map of the trail. They are usually clearly marked.
Pin Trading
If you love pin trading, each resort usually has a board or book set out with over 100 pins available for trade. You are limited to 2 trades per person.
Arcade
Every resort has an arcade (or two) where you can try your luck at family friendly games.
Campfire and Marshmallow Roast
Some of the resorts offer a nightly campfire and marshmallow roast (they provide everything you need). It will be listed on the schedule you receive at check-in if your resort offers it.
Playground
If your kids want to burn off some steam, head to your resort’s playground. There is usually available seating for adults. It is a great way to catch a breather.
More Activities
In addition to the above, many resorts offer other activities for their guests. If the activity costs an additional fee, I have indicated it with a ($) sign.
Art of Animation – Pixel Parade; Guided Fishing Excursions ($), Daily Tours; Teach to Draw Classes
Pop Century – Hustle Dance at 6 pm; Arcade; Guided Fishing Excursions ($)
Caribbean Beach – Bike and Surrey rentals ($); Guided Fishing Excursions ($); Nightly Caribbean-style dance party
Coronado Springs – Beauty Salon ($); Health Club
Port Orleans French Quarter – Bike and Surrey Rental ($); Guided Fishing Excursions ($); Horse Drawn Carriage Rides ($); Fishing Hole ($)
Port Orleans Riverside – Bike and Surrey Rental ($); Guided Fishing Excursions ($); Horse Drawn Carriage Rides ($); Fishing Hole ($)
Fort Wilderness Cabins and Campground – Nightly Campire and Sing-A-Long with Chip and Dale + Movie; parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, family tubing and personal watercraft rentals; Archery ($); Fishing Excursions ($); Bike, canoe, kayak or surrey rental ($); Horseback riding ($); Segway Tour ($)
Animal Kingdom Lodge – Cultural Programs (African Wonders, Medallion Rubbing, Meet a Lobby Greeter, African Face Painting, Pin Trading with “King Pin”, Cultural tour of Sanaa, African-Inspired, Disney Designed, Music of the Savanna, Drum Cafe, African Folktales, African Journey, Cultural Safari, Primal Parade); Culinary Programs (Dine with Animal Specialists, Cookie Decorating, Inkoma, Wine Tasting, Miniature Cake Decorating, Culinary Tour); Animal Programs (Meet a Savanna Guide, Flamingo Activity, Animal Tracking, Animal Enrichment, Wildlife Games, Have You Heard? Big Blocks, Night Vision Animal Viewing, Night Safari); Wanyama Safari ($); Children’s Crafts; Video games, arts and crafts (check the schedule), rentable sports equipment, board games and DVDs at Community Hall
Beach Club – Health Club and Spa Services ($); Boat and Bike Rentals ($); Ceramics on Wed. from 1:30 – 3:30 pm ($); Tennis Lessons ($); Guided Fish Excursions ($)
Boardwalk Inn – Health Club and Spa Services ($); Boat Rentals ($); Surrey Rentals ($); Video games, arts and crafts (check the schedule), rentable sports equipment, board games and DVDs at Community Hall; Guided Fishing Excursions ($); Tennis Lessons ($)
Contemporary – Beer Tasting at the Wave ($); Arcade ($); Tennis Lessons ($); Guided Fishing Excursions ($); Poolside Cabanas ($); parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, family tubing and personal watercraft rentals ($); Arcade; Tennis Lessons ($); Guided Fish Excursions ($); Health Club; Electrical Water Pageant nightly
Grand Floridian – Poolside Cabanas ($); Spa ($); Electrical Water Pageant Stop; parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, family tubing and personal watercraft rentals ($)
Polynesian Village – Hulu Dance Lessons; Fishing Excursion ($); Electrical Water Pageant; parasailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, family tubing and personal watercraft rentals ($)
Wilderness Lodge – Health Club; Ceramics on Wednesday ($); Tennis Lessons ($); Bike and Surrey Rentals ($); Guided Fishing Excursions ($)
Yacht Club – Health Club and Spa Services ($); Boat and Bike Rentals ($); Ceramics on Wed. from 1:30 – 3:30 pm ($); Tennis Lessons ($); Guided Fish Excursions ($)
Saratoga Springs – Spa ($); Tennis Lessons ($); Video games, arts and crafts (check the schedule), rentable sports equipment, board games and DVDs at Community Hall
Bay Lake Tower – Game station; Guided Fishing Excursions ($); Jogging trail; Video games, arts and crafts (check the schedule), rentable sports equipment, board games and DVDs at Community Hall; Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre for parasailing, water skiing, wake boarding, family tubing and personal watercraft rentals ($); Health Club ($)
Old Key West – Bike and surrey rental ($); Fishing Excursions ($); Health Club; Spa ($); Complimentary Sports Equipment Rental; Video games, arts and crafts (check the schedule), rentable sports equipment, board games and DVDs at Community Hall
Learn more about the Walt Disney World Resorts and contact Destinations in Florida to help you book your perfect resort.