UPDATE: Peter Pan has essentially returned to his Fantasyland meet-and-greet spot, but things are always subject to change. Click here for our post about his updated meet-and-greet spot.
“Traditional” character meet-and-greets have returned to Disney World, meaning you can once again hug your favorite Disney pals!
Magic Kingdom
If you love meeting the Disney characters then you’ll be thrilled to know that even more characters will be returning for meet-and-greets to the parks including Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, and some princesses! We already got the chance to meet Aladdin and Jasmine in Magic Kingdom, but now ANOTHER iconic Disney character is back greeting guests one-on-one in the Most Magical Place on Earth!
Peter Pan is meeting guests in Magic Kingdom again! We’ve had some fun character interactions with Peter in the past, and we’re so happy he’s back meeting guests in Magic Kingdom. While he’s scheduled to meet at various times throughout the day next to Sunshine Tree Terrace…
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…we first spotted him in a totally different spot! We initially found him roaming (a.k.a. RUNNING) around Fantasyland with a couple of guests.
BRB, Running After Peter Pan
And when we say “running,” we mean it LITERALLY. We could barely keep up with him. 🏃
Wait For Us!
After his run, he stopped to speak with more guests near the Castle.
Peter Chatting With Guests
So while you may have expected to see him in Adventureland or perhaps over by Peter Pan’s Flight, it seems this character might be a bit more difficult to find!
He’s a Tough One to Find!
He didn’t show up for his 12:10 PM appearance, but his meet and greet location is an uncovered spot and it was raining. That meet-and-greet may have also been complicated by the timing of the Festival of Fantasy parade, which also features Peter Pan.
Peter Pan Float
Later in the afternoon, we spotted Peter Pan over in Adventureland, next to Bwana Bob’s, across from the Sunshine Tree Terrace. At that point, his meet-and-greet was a little less run-intensive! Instead, a line had formed to meet Peter…
The Line
…and he was spending time with guests (no running needed).
So Fun!
Because his meet-and-greet spot is outdoors, it does mean it is subject to the weather. That’s one of the reasons why he is a somewhat elusive character to find here.
Peter Pan is BACK
So if you’re trying to find Peter Pan in Magic Kingdom, be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for updates, but also keep your eyes open!
Gotta Search for Him!
You may find him running around Fantasyland, over by the Castle, or in Adventureland, depending on the day, time, and weather.
Hey Peter!
Once you do find him, you’ll likely get to hear some of his stories about his adventures…
So Fun!
…or hear him make other funny comments!
Peter Pan!
Want to meet more characters in Disney World? Click here to check out the details about the return of Jasmine and Aladdin in Magic Kingdom, and click here to learn about Snow White’s return to the park! Some meet and greets, like Mickey and Minnie in Animal Kingdom, are even available on Genie+ so you can integrate your character encounters into your park plans! We’ll keep you updated on all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more.
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My husband’s name is Michael Darling (aka Wendy, John, and Michael Darling from the Peter Pan story). When we find Peter at the park my husband always needs to go see Peter and pull out his driver’s license to show Peter his name. Sometimes Peter understands and sometimes he does not. Once Wendy had to explain it to Peter. Best one yet was Peter said to my husband “You grew up” and then turned away from my husband.
I love this story, Nancy! Thanks for sharing!
Hi AJ,
A lot of times Peter Pan is portrayed as a girl. Do you know why Peter Pan is portrayed by a man at Disney.. Just curious. I know Disney has portrayed Peter as a male in their cartoons. He looks fabulous.