Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park: Everything You Need to Know

Blizzard Beach Water Park

Walt Disney World has two amazing water parks: Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. Currently, Disney has the parks on a rotating schedule, with only one open at a time. Blizzard Beach Water Park is normally open from the Fall season to early Spring. Both water parks have fun theming and plenty to do. We have a hard time choosing which one is better because they both have unique features that set them apart. Blizzard Beach underwent a large renovation recently, and now features a rethemed kids area. The Tikes Peak play area was transformed into an adorable Frozen themed spot for littles. Visiting Blizzard Beach during the holiday season is extra special. There are so many festive holiday touches throughout the park, making it a super fun stop during the Christmas season.

New Frozen Friends at Tikes Peak

The Tikes Peak play area that once featured Ice Gator, has been rethemed to include all our favorite Frozen characters and music. Disney Imagineers created a super immersive, adorable Frozen themed water attraction for children under 48″ tall. This new Frozen themed area for children features Olaf and his “Snowgie” friends, as well as Anna and Elsa. There is a wading pool, spraying water features, small slides and a lazy river. This area includes plenty of shade cover, lounge chairs, and a sandy beach.

Holiday Happenings

There is so much holiday fun going on at Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park in November and December. We love all the fun, festive extras going on and I highly recommend visiting this holiday season. Here are a few of the holiday happenings you might experience:

• Santa Claus in his tropical attire!
• Catch snow falling throughout the park.
• Seasonal menu items throughout the park.
• Cute holiday-themed inner tubes!

Tip: Wear water shoes! You will do a lot of walking and the pavement can get very hot. Regular shoes and flip flops are not permitted on most rides, however water shoes are. Lifeguards may instruct you to remove them and hold them on the large body rides, but for most things they can be left on.

Know Before You Go

Blizzard Beach is absolutely huge! You will have no trouble spending an entire day here to take it all in. With 9 different water slides, a giant wave pool, a lazy river, obstacle course, a dedicated area for small children, working chairlift, 11 food and beverage spots, and 2 gift shops, you will be overwhelmed in the best way.

This park is super fun and a great way to experience Disney magic. If you forget to bring anything, Disney does a great job of providing options to make your day relaxing. Check the weather ahead of time and know that if lighting is detected in the area, all guests will be asked to seek shelter and water activities will be temporarily closed down. While most slides will remain open during rain, the chairlift will not run if conditions are unsafe.

Tickets

Day tickets are valid at both Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney Blizzard Beach water parks. Advanced ticket purchases are recommended, however a park reservation is not required at this time. The price online is the same as in-person. I recommend reserving online to streamline the process and add tickets to your My Disney Experience app so your magic band will get you in. If you purchase in person, you will be given a physical ticket. Prices are currently $58 to $63 for children ages 3 to 9 and $64 to $69 for adults. The cheaper ticket option has blackout dates and is not available during peak times. There is also a discount for annual passholders. Passholders.

Park Hopper Plus tickets include a few more perks than the standard day ticket. If you have a ticket package that includes park tickets with the Park Hopper option, consider adding a Park Hopper Plus for even more fun! Park Hopper Plus tickets include admission to the following:

• Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park – when open
• Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park – when open
• ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex – Currently Unavailable
• Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course
• FootGolf at Disney’s Oak Trail
• Disney’s Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf Course (one round; prior to 4:00 PM)
• Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course (one round; prior to 4:00 PM)

Tip: Arrive early during the busy months! The parking lot is rather small so space is limited. There are lots of lounge chairs available, but it can be tricky to find several all together.

Height Restrictions

You may want to check your child’s height before visiting and take note of any height restrictions on specific rides and attractions. Here is a breakdown of the attractions throughout the park with height restrictions:

• Tikes Peak: Frozen wading area with small water slides and lazy river – must be under 48″ tall to enjoy
• Chairlift – Ride to the top of Mount Gushmore instead of climbing the stairs! Must be at least 32″ to ride.
• Teamboat Springs – Tube ride for up to 6 people of any height. Infants not allowed.
• Runoff Rapids – 3 different innertube rides that are open to any height!
• Toboggan Racers – 8 lane racing slide with mats for any height!
• Snow Stormers – Weaving mat slide for any height!
• Cross Country Creek – Lazy river open to any height!
• Melt-Away Bay – Wave pool open to any height!
• Ski Patrol Training Camp – Obstacle coarse open to any height!
• Slush Gusher: Large body slide – must be at least 48″ tall
• Summit Plummet: Large free-fall slide – must be at least 48″ tall
• Downhill Double Dipper – Racing tube slide. Must be at least 48″ to ride.

Polar Patio Rentals

While there is plenty of shade and lounge chairs throughout the park, there are also premium spots available for an additional fee. These Polar Patio Rentals are great because they guarantee you a designated spot for the day and come with some pretty nice extra amenities like phone chargers and refrigerators! There are two different patios available, standard and premium.

Each Premium Polar Patio costs $350 for the day and can accommodate up to 10 Guests and includes the following:

• Seating for up to 6 Guests
• A mini refrigerator
• A roof
• An oscillating fan
• Cell phone chargers
• Towels
• A locker
• Ice water, available all day
• Souvenir refillable mugs, which can be refilled at Disney water parks with soda and water on the day of your Polar Patio rental
• Dedicated Service
• Attendants are on hand and can take your food and beverage orders!

Each Standard Polar Patio costs $225 and can accommodate up to 10 Guests and includes the following:

• Seating for up to 6 Guests
• Towels
• A locker
• Ice water, available all day
• Souvenir refillable mugs, which can be refilled at Disney water parks with soda and water on the day of your Polar Patio rental
• Dedicated Service
• Attendants are on hand and can take your food and beverage orders!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is outside food permitted?
A. Yes! Outside food and drinks are permitted with the exception of alcoholic drinks and anything in a glass container. You may bring in a cooler, but ice and dry ice is not permitted. All coolers and bags may be searched on entry.

Q. Is the water heated at Blizzard Beach?
A. Yes, the water at Blizzard Beach is heated to around 80 degrees year-round.

Q. Are towels provided?
A. Towels are not provided but they are available to rent or purchase!

Q. Can I use my resort refillable mug at Blizzard Beach?
A. No, you cannot use your resort mug at Blizzard Beach. However, they do sell their own refillable mugs that can also be reactivated each time you visit!

Q. Are lockers available?
A. Yes, there are large and small sized lockers available to rent for a fee.

Q. Can I get popcorn at Blizzard Beach?
A. Yes! You can purchase popcorn and Disney refillable popcorn buckets at Blizzard Beach. You can also bring your popcorn bucket purchased in the park to refill. They sell the same buckets found throughout the other Disney parks and resorts.

Q. What age is Blizzard Beach best for?
A. There really is something for every age at Blizzard Beach. The Tikes Peak play area is perfect for toddlers and small children under 48″ tall. My teens loved everything else about the park, and I felt very safe allowing them to explore.

Q. Are life vests provided for infants and toddlers?
A. Yes, life vests are provided for infants and toddlers in the Pikes Peak play area. They are the same style offered at the Disney resorts and available on first come, first serve basis.

Q. Can I bring my own floaties to Blizzard Beach?
A. Yes, as long as it is a US Coast Guard approved floatation device. Standard inflatable tubes and swimmies are not permitted.

Q. Is alcohol permitted at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park?
A. Outside alcohol is not permitted, however alcoholic drinks are served throughout the park at select locations.

Q. Can I reserve a pool cabana or chairs at Blizzard Beach?
A. Yes, Polar Patios are available to rent for the day!

Q. Is parking free at Blizzard Beach?
A. Yes, standard parking is complimentary at Disney’s Blizzard Beach.

Q. Is miniature golf included with admission to Blizzard Beach?
A. Miniature golf at Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland is not included with a one day water park ticket. However, if you purchased the Park Hopper Plus add-on to your park ticket package, one round of golf before 4:00 in the afternoon is included. Disney’s Winter Summerland miniature golf is adjacent to Blizzard Beach Water Park.

Q. Is there a dress code at Blizzard Beach?
A. Yes, there is a dress code that Disney asked you follow while visiting Blizzard Beach. This includes the following rules:

• Swim attire must be appropriate for a family environment, and must be without buckles, rivets, zippers or exposed metal.
• Inappropriate swim attire, swim attire with buckles, rivets, zippers or exposed metal, and other sharp objects are not allowed on any of the attractions.
• Jeans (denim) and wetsuits (neoprene) are not permitted on Slush Gusher and Summit Plummet at Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park.
• For safety, diaper-age children must wear plastic pants or swim diapers in pool areas.

Is It Worth It?

Let’s answer the real question you might be thinking; “is it worth spending the day at Blizzard Beach?” For years, we avoided water parks. When visiting Disney from out of state, we were usually on a time crunch and a tight budget. I never really stopped to consider how amazing a Disney water park experience might be. I’m not sure what I expected, but since moving to Florida and becoming passholders, we have become water park people! We added water parks to our annual passes and love stopping in throughout the year.

I love that you can easily fill an entire day here, but it’s a chill day compared to walking around the theme parks. If you’re more interested in relaxing, this is the place for you. It’s less expensive than a theme park ticket, making it a great option for a down day. As a mom of littles and teens, my main concern about water parks, is chasing a kid that can’t swim, while making sure my teens aren’t bored. Blizzard Beach has something for everyone. They have a great kids area that feels very contained and manageable with lots of life guards on duty. There is also a lot of great shade near the kids area for relaxing. I feel very safe allowing my teens to explore on their own, while I sit in the shade and watch my youngest float down the child-sized lazy river.

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