Beyond the Parks | Dinner Shows - Adventures in Familyhood

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Sitting down for a meal in Walt Disney World doesn’t necessarily have to be “down time” from being entertained. There are a number of dinner shows within the resort that offer great entertainment along with some nourishment for tired bodies.

Another great thing is that these are all places you can eat without park admission! Beware, there may even be some audience participation!

Disney’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show

Luau Cove, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Enjoy an all-you-can eat tropical feast while enjoying Polynesian-inspired entertainment in an open air theater. Hula Dancers, Fire Dancers, and Drummers entertain while you enjoy platters of pulled pork, barbecue ribs, chicken and vegetables.Price: $61-$73 for adults, $34-$40 per child. (2 Table Credits on the Disney Dining Plan or Disney Deluxe Dining Plan) Prices vary depending on seating category

Here’s a short video of the Fire Dancing from the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show:

The open air theater makes this show subject to cancellation due to severe or inclement weather. Advance Payment is required and a cancellation fee may apply.

Refer the official Walt Disney World website for up to date information as well as to make a reservation for the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

Pioneer Hall, The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is the longest running show in Walt Disney World. Thousands of Guests have been entertained and well-fed since opening its doors in 1971.

Prices: $59-$68 per adult, $33-$37 per child. (2 table credits on the Disney Dining Plan or Disney Deluxe Dining Plan) Prices vary according to seating category:

Advace payment is required when making your reservation and cancellation fees may apply.

For more information or to make a reservation, check out Walt Disney World’s official site for the Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue.

Mickey’s Backyard BBQ

The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness ResortEnjoy all the barbecue favorites you can eat, but don’t overdo it because you want to be able to get up and dance with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Chip n Dale to live country music!

Prices: the official site says $30-$60. (2 table credits on the Disney Dining Plan or Disney Deluxe Dining Plan) I went to book a reservation for July and it said the cost would be $49 per adult and $28 per child. It appears the price varies by season.

Seating is first-come, first-served.

Here’s a video of the finale of the show:

Mickey’s Backyard BBQ is offered on Thursdays and Saturdays from March through December. Advance Payment is required and cancellation fees may apply.

For more information or to make a reservation, check out Walt Disney World’s official site for Mickey’s Backyard BBQ.

Have you ever been to one of Walt Disney World’s Dinner Shows? Which is your favorite?