After several weeks (months?) of seeing bigger crowds in Disney World and more and more folks not adhering to strict mask wearing rules (it goes over your nose y’all), Disney World is laying down the LAW in their newest signage!
Here’s the background — according to Disney’s current rules, all guests ages 2 and over must wear a face mask at all times in the theme parks, except when at a Relaxation Station or when actively eating or drinking and stationary.
Tie-dye Mickey Face Mask
Whether you’ve got a DFB mask or a Disney mask or one of the many other face mask designs out there, it’s important that you follow Disney’s specific mask requirements during your stay. And today they’re getting SERIOUS.
Over time, Disney has updated its announcements to remind guests of specific details related to its face mask policy, including that you can only remove it when actively eating or drinking and stationary, and that masks must remain on while taking photos.
Halloween Face Mask
Today, we spotted a NEW mask-related sign in Magic Kingdom. This sign specifically notes that “Guests not properly wearing an approved mask will be asked to leave.”
New Mask Sign
We saw this sign as we walked under the train station at Magic Kingdom, but we expect that this sign will pop up around Disney World at the other theme parks as well.
New Mask Sign in Magic Kingdom
As a reminder, neck gaiters and open-chin triangle bandanas are not acceptable face coverings. Additionally, Disney has banned face masks with valves or holes.
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Guests should also keep in mind that face masks must fully cover your nose and mouth.
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It seems Disney has placed these signs in the park to make it clear that guests who do not follow these policies will be asked to leave the park. If you’re headed to Disney World soon, be sure to review the mask policy and ensure the masks you have meet the requirements. Also, you’ll definitely want to bring multiple masks with you so you can change them out during the day and throughout your trip as necessary.
Finally, we’ve asked Disney several times the question you guys are asking us: if there’s an extenuating circumstance that makes it impossible for you to wear a mask, what happens. According to Disney, EVERYONE age 2 and up HAS to wear a mask. NO exceptions.
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I’ll stay away thank you. This is getting ridiculous.
I’m glad to see this.
When my wife and I were visiting September 20-26, we were both distressed at the number of people (adults and older children) with well fitted masks blatantly flaunting the rules – primarily by walking while eating or drinking (or at least carrying food or an open drink).
Admittedly, most of this was done outside of the view of cast members.
Let’s get this straight.
A 2 year old has to wear a masks for 10-12 hours?????
You have to wear a mask and probably have a hat on to take pictures??????
So your photo album has “unknown “ people under the hat and behind a mask?????
WDW is ruining what Walt built in a matter of months!!!!!
Florida as a state isn’t nearly as strict.
I’m DVC but I could care less if I ever return to this “NON-MAGICAL place!!!!
When we visited WDW two weeks ago we learned that a guest who took off his mask and refused to put it back on was not only ejected from the park by WDW but BANNED from ever attending a Disney park again. And, I hate to say it, but that’s a GOOD thing! Some people understand nothing but drastic measures!
So much for customer relations. Visitors pay a small fortune and should be treated better.
That’s ironic given that the state of Florida has never had a mandate to wear masks although Orange county does have one in place.
Maybe a few ADA Compliance lawsuits will get Disney’s attention.
I would LOVE to visit Disney Springs, as that now seems to be the ONLY place I can get my beloved TaB.
However, with my COPD and history of Pulmonary Embolisms, that is medically unwise.
Did the Federal Government repeal the ADA?
Hmmm why doesn’t management just close the parks permanently sounds like we may never go back sounds like this If it’s a curveball don’t swing if it’s a hanging fastball knock it out of the park they’re making going to the parks As much fun as having my gums scraped Will it never end Universal keeps looking better and better
Ridiculous
HUGE kudos to WDW for sticking to and enforcing what they feel is necessiary on their property. (applause….applause)
In responce to the post regarding cochlear Implants and ear loops. See if you can find traditional masks with strings. These fit one around the neck
An dr the other infront of the earth and over the head.
Another reason why I’m not renewing my AP.
With Florida relaxing regulations, why is WDW ramping up? I suspect there is unfounded fear in management.
Please tell how do you keep a mask on a 2 year old and not make the trip miserable trying to do so.
How about passing this to Disney, you’ll not see me or get any of my money until the wearing of masks is left up to the individual.
Good to hear! Getting nervous about our upcoming trip as crowds seem to be growing in the parks; hope Disney continues to require guests to adhere to mask and social distancing requirements; it’s concerning when you see vlogs panning the crowds with those onesie, twosie park guests with their masks under their nose – really? Come on. Do the right thing.
Disney needs to get off their high horse!!! Nothing like spending a ton of the money with less of the magic!
The recommended mask fro the CDC is the n-95 type. The CDC does not recommend a cloth mask like the type that Disney sells. Now why does a guest do…?
Good!
I wish all places were doing this.
Some people just don’t get it!
I appauld Disney for this announcement. However, they have to enforce this and make an example of people who will not follow the clear rules Disney has set out. Now, they need to do this at Disney Springs as well.
I love the Disney Mask Rules!!
It’s discrimination against the ADA Act not to accommodate those who cannot wear a mask. They may be a private company but since they are open to the public they have to provide alternate accommodations or allow those with medical conditions to choose how best to protect themselves. And it’s against the law to ask you to disclose your health information. It is also child abuse to force little children to do something as unnatural as keep a cloth strapped to their face all day and not be able to see the faces of their trusted adults. It’s cruel and unusual punishment. Disney and other large corporations are simply trying to condition you to give up your rights and common sense. It’s easier than the government trying to take them away by force. As a life long Disney fan, I have been completely turned off by their rigid rules and extremely limited services. I won’t be back.
Yes 👏🏻 because I will be staying at Disney October 31 to November 3 was there in August I sent my daughter her boyfriend my niece and her boyfriend for 8 days in July because I felt Disney mask 😷 policy keeps the risk low only vacation we took was at Disney world
There are thousands of masks decide and wear it the right way ! It is part of your personnality try to have fun wearing it do not think of it the wrong way !
Mom, I suggest you read the policy set forth by the ADA regarding masks. As listed on their website “The ADA does not have any rules that address the required use of face masks by state and local governments or private business owners.” Furthermore it is listed that private business owners “consider” options for those who cannot tolerate mask wearing. And where does it state that it is child abuse to have children wear a mask to protect the spread of the virus? Please back up your claims before posting your thoughts.
I am GLAD Disney is doing this…..I leave in 1 of the MOST safest places in the world and we’ve got corona under control to a T. With the only cases ever coming from people who are coming back home. So are status as a population is only sporadic cases. Right now we only have 3 cases.
I feel if people want to complain about the wonderful disney world than dont go at all. People dont realize how blessed they are to even be at disney world. Many children where I live have never even had the opportunity to ride a carousel because we dont have fun things and places like theme parks.
Just wear the mask and be thankful for everyday that you have on this earth.
Folks…..
This forum gives us all a place to express ourselves.
But the bottom line is this, Disney is a for profit business.
The life blood of Disney is OUR dollars.
We show OUR support for Disney with OUR dollars.
Those that are unhappy with this regulation, show Disney your One True Power.
Stop given Disney YOUR dollars.
Without OUR money, any for profit business dies.
Smart businesses note a loss or decrease in income as an undesirable and make corrections in favor of their business.
I will not complain about this regulations written or verbally again.
I am showing Disney my displeasure with my power, the Disney Company has lost my annual $15,000.
The original Disney product was worthy of my dollars.
This version of Disney is not……
I’m glad to hear Disney is stepping up. As someone who works in hospitality in South Florida, it has been such a struggle getting guests to adhere to mask polices. Especially since our Governor basically just made masks optional with the revision to the mandate. I will be visiting Disney in January with my husband for my birthday and a late honeymoon (ours was cancelled due to covid) and this makes me feel so safe. Hopefully this stays in effect until January, should the pandemic be ongoing.
This is just insane. So if I step into caseys corner and get a hotdog I can walk out onto main street and remove my mask to eat my hotdog. But if I take one step, I am violating the policy? I can stand there mask off and eat my hotdog, but I can’t stand in the exact same spot and remove the mask for a quick photo? If i take one step inside a relaxation station pixie dust stops COVID and I can remove my mask, but one step back out and the pixie dust disappears and it is mask on again? No all you promise people, make any of the above make sense!
For all the people talking about ADA:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2020/07/15/fact-check-ada-disability-rights-and-face-mask-requirements/5391830002/
I’m happy to hear this about Disney!
Non-Magical! This is exactly why my family has not renewed our Disney passes.
Disney seriously needs to chill with the face masks. It’s ridiculous.
I’m glad because when I was last at Animal Kingdom on the safari ride this lady in the row before me kept taking her mask down!! The cast member driving the vehicle kept saying to pull it back up!! I think stay home if you don’t want to follow the rules!! I have no problem protecting myself and others!!
WHY can’t they rope off an area to have photos taken mask free???? Especially in front of the castle and tree of life!! Who wants a vacation photo wearing a mask? No One!!!!
We were just at the Magic Kingdom. Crowds are getting larger. More and more inconsiderate people are not following mask and social distancing rules. It’s so frustrating!
I just wish people would stop with the ADA “lawsuit” threats. They are cheapening this law with all their foolishness. If they have a breathing problem that would prevent them from wearing a mask, then maybe they shouldn’t be exposing themselves to this virus to begin with and should just try to be safe. The others that are saying they are now done with Disney forever, great because there will be more room for the rest of us to have an awesome time. Be safe and play nice.
People who medically cannot wear a mask should be approved. No exceptions.
Two year old wearing a mask will be a nightmare for us . Seriously thinking of canceling our December trip.
So glad to hear this. We are considering whether or not to visit Disneyland after they open, and seeing the care with which they are doing things in Florida makes me feel better about going. It’s nice to know the people who are so cavalier about the health of other people will be staying home.
Going there next week ONLY because we had to cancel and reschedule our April trip with our 6 year old grandson and won’t disappoint him again. Current mask rules are illogical. Some of the best masks have filters/vents. Masks are allowed that have thin fabric and don’t block anything even though they cover the nose and mouth. We are spending thousands of dollars for this trip and can hardly look forward to it for many reasons. No fireworks, no character dining or meeting, shortened park hours with increased crowds. Feeling very ripped off.
Over 200,000 Americans have died of Covid. Masks have been proven to help stop the spread. I can’t wrap my head around people who refuse to get this. You don’t like the mask policy, don’t go. If you can’t get your kid to wear one, it speaks volumes to your parenting skills. Rules are rules. Kids need to be taught to follow them. It’s not that hard. Adhere to them and stay healthy and alive.
Waiting lines won’t be so long, if you don’t come. So, if you can’t follow the policies, don’t visit DISNEY WORLD.
Too forceful! I’m thinking of canceling my family’s trip coming up soon… I’m not willing to pay that much at the risk of losing my hard earned cash over their policy. Enough Disney!
Folks,
We can agree and disagree about the state of our favorite place.
I am not pleased with these guidelines and the vigor that the cast and management are using to enforce the rules.
I am using my only recourse that I think Disney will understand.
I have chosen to stay away and not give my money to Disney.
I hope that enough of us will do the same until this for profit business gets the message….
I’m glad to hear that Disney is cracking down on the anti-maskers. Kudos to Disney for wanting to keep their workplace safe for their employees and customers. Bravo!
Makes you wonder if the reason they are being so strict on it now is because the California Governor is sending over people to check out WDW, so they want it to look up to snuff so they will approve DL opening.
I am so glad that all of the people who do not like the mask mandate are choosing to stay away from Disney. This means when I take my family, we will be amongst people who are taking this pandemic seriously and will follow the rules. I sure wish our country was more about “we” than “me”. I’m just happy it’s open and we get to go there!!
My husband and I are heading down for a short vacay with our 2 year old for his first time in Disney. I guess my question is, what will disney do if my 2 year old, who has good days and bads days, decides he had it with the mask and takes it off for one second? Will Disney really tell us to leave? I mean, c’mon he’s two! Give at least a warning for those with little ones. That’s all we are asking. We have no problem wearing a mask, whatever helps the spread, but not giving a warning to families with little ones is not what I would expect from a family friendly amusement park.
Kel, guests are asked to put their masks back on and given reminders. The application of the new policy is for folks who refuse. Some suggestions from one of our onsite reporters include asking a Cast Member for directions to the nearest Relaxation Station, so they know you’re trying to comply, and moving off to the side, physically distanced, to give the kiddo a snack or a drink to try to help them relax before attempting the mask again. The policy is a firm one, so in theory guests could be asked to leave because a two-year-old won’t comply, but you should have some time to sort it out if it’s clear you’re making an effort.
I was here when they put up these signs and it literally brought tears to my eyes. I know there is a pandemic, but it just wasn’t fun to be told you would be asked to leave if your mask drops off your nose. I’m going to reiterate what I’ve said in other posts. If you are at risk, you should not be in crowds–masks or not. I will tell you that they are very strict. My 13-year old (who faithfully wore his mask) got scolded many times when it dropped below his nose (and yes, I understand it’s supposed to be over your nose). The relaxation stations were sad little places for the most part. In HS, there are seats and standing tables–and spots. Yes, spots you can stand on. It seems most people on this blog are fans of all mask/all the time policy, so you should speak with your dollars and go. For me, we probably won’t be back until the restrictions are relaxed. I’m in favor of masks inside/in line, distancing everywhere, and relaxation outside. And, all the cast members focusing on magic instead of COVID.