Disney World In June 2026 (Weather, Crowd Expectations, and Details)
June means summer days are ahead. At Disney World, we’ve seen a bit of a slower pace for June in recent years, but it looks like in 2026, things will be picking up. Disney has announced the return of Cool Kid Summer, which means more fun in the parks and at select resorts. Additionally, if you’re staying at a Disney Resort Hotel, you might be able to take advantage of the complimentary water park admission on your check-in day. We have added details below, along with other important updates for the month.
This guide has been updated for 2026 pending news and announcements. We’ll provide those updates as they are announced.
June Weather
If you’re visiting anytime between now and the end of September (the month I call second summer), it’s essential that you stay hydrated. It would be a rare occasion for me to run into you in the parks without a liter of water in my hand or my backpack. I cannot tell you how many times I’ve witnessed guests (literally) drop like flies in front of me due to dehydration. We drink plenty of water and often carry an electrolyte mix for when we refill our bottles. It’s also important to take breaks from the heat often.
June is also the start of hurricane season, which lasts through November (June 1st through November 30th). If you’re investing a decent amount of money in your trip (regardless of when you visit), you might want to consider purchasing trip insurance. To be fully transparent, as regular visitors, this is not something we do often for Disney World. But it is something that adds an extra layer of protection when we cruise or plan once-in-a-lifetime trips to other destinations. An authorized Disney travel planner can help you better discern if you have any questions.
Crowds in June
Crowds can be hit-or-miss in June. When my son was younger, we usually spent most of the first two weeks of June at Disney World. Back then, there were major summer events like Star Wars Weekend and Summer Kick-Offs that really brought in the crowds. In more recent years, we have found that summer feels more like the off-season than the time when everyone comes in all at once for a visit.
Coming off Memorial Day weekend, the first week of the month will likely be the busiest. After that, it’s really a coin toss on crowds, but we don’t expect it to be anywhere near Spring break or major holiday level crowds.
June 2026 at Disney World
Here is our timeline for the month:
Major Holidays and Events
- June 1st: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon’s Anniversary (The park originally opened on June 1, 1989.)
- June 1st: Last Day of Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival
- June 26th: It’s 626 Day (Stitch)
Other Reminders
Complimentary Water Park Perk Benefit: Guests visiting an eligible Disney Resort Hotel between May 26th and September 8th can enjoy water park admission on their check-in day, included with their stay. Additionally, guests will be able to choose which water park they want to visit because both Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will be open simultaneously during these dates. (See the complete 2026 water park perk announcement for hotels, eligibility, and dates.)
A new scene on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run debuted in May. You might want to check it out if you’re visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
A new destination called Soarin’ Across America debuted on Soarin’ at Epcot in May. Make sure to check it out.
Cool Kid Summer is in full swing this month at all four parks and the resorts. This special Disney promotion allows for more surprise character pop-ups and activities in the parks and resorts geared toward children. If you’re visiting anytime this summer, see our guide: 5 Ways to Celebrate Cool Kid Summer at Disney World.
Extended Evening Hours
We’ll list the dates for extended evening hours for June as they are posted:
- TBD
Extended Evening Hours are offered twice weekly for deluxe and deluxe villa resort guests. If you would like to learn more about this benefit, see our guide to Extended Evening Hours at Disney World.
Disney After Hours Dates in June
Disney After Hours will be held on the following evenings in June 2026. They will not affect park hours, but you might see more crowds at the park between 7:00 p.m. and regular park closing times as guests begin to arrive for the event:
- Magic Kingdom: June 1st, June 22nd, June 29th
- Epcot: June 11th, June 18th
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: June 3rd, June 10th, June 17th, and June 24th
If you would like to learn more, see our guide to Disney After Hours in 2026.
Ride Closures:
Magic Kingdom Temporary Ride Closures: TBD
Epcot Ride Closures: TBD
Hollywood Studios: TBD
- Reminder: The Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster closed in March. A new version of the attraction is expected to open in the summer.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: TBD
- Reminder: The entirety of Dinoland U.S.A. closed in early February 2026. A new land is being constructed in that area of the park.
Significant park construction continues throughout 2026 at Magic Kingdom (Villains Land and new Cars area), Hollywood Studios (Monsters, Inc.-themed land), and Disney’s Animal Kingdom (Tropical Americas-themed land).
For all scheduled refurbishments for the year, see our list of Disney World Ride Refurbishments. For ongoing and upcoming refurbishments at the various resorts, see our list of Disney Hotel Refurbishments.
Special Offers for June Travel
Disney has released a number of special offers for summer travel dates in June 2026. You can preview them all in the guide below:
Four Special Offers Announced for Summer 2026 Travel Dates to Walt Disney World
Final Thoughts
We will update this calendar as more announcements are made. As always, we hope that these timelines will serve not only as a current reference but also as a future one. For a complete overview of what to expect throughout the year, see our guide: The Best and Worst Months to Visit Disney World. It is the best place to start regarding the various seasons.
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December
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