Disney’s Cool Kids’ Summer Launches as Park‑Specific Guidemaps Reach Guests
Guidemaps, plus new kid‑focused previews, aim to make summer visits easier for families by pointing out child activities and caregiver resources.
Overview
- The Cool Kids’ Summer season officially began Tuesday, May 26, with parks distributing special guidemaps and rolling out new kid‑focused experiences.
- EPCOT released its Cool Kids’ Summer guidemap a day early and the map includes spaces for children to write their names, sticker activities, and a Goofy matching game.
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios made its Cool Kids’ Summer maps available on site and has previewed several season tie‑ins at the park, including the Walt Disney Studios Lot area, a reimagined Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster preview, and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live.
- All park guidemaps are park‑specific and combine child‑friendly trail markers with adult‑facing information such as stroller rules, lockers, baby care center locations, rider‑switch instructions, and My Disney Experience tips.
- The program runs through September 8 and pairs themed entertainment, meet‑and‑greets, limited resort perks, and cross‑promotions to reduce stress for families and encourage longer summer visits.