Disney’s Grand Floridian Hosts Cookout Event for Fourth of July

We have just found out about a magical new way to celebrate this wonderful country’s birthday! The Grand Floridian has just announced it will host a Fourth of July Cookout, complete with a delicious meal. Top the evening off with fireworks AND desserts! Sign me up!

Details

You can celebrate the Fourth of July in grand style at Walt Disney World as Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa hosts a cookout at the resort’s Summerhouse from 7 – 8:30 p.m. After dinner, you can head to the Grand Floridian Marina for sweets and a view of the Magic Kingdom Park’s Fourth of July fireworks spectacular. It’s a great way to experience the fireworks if your looking for a new experience outside of the theme parks!

What’s Included?

The cookout event will feature a menu of traditional, grilled holiday favorites as well as grilled steak and shrimp, accompanied by specialty drinks, beer and wine. There will also be a live DJ and crafts for kids throughout the evening.

Pricing

The cost to attend is $120 plus tax for adults and $59 plus tax for children ages 3-9 (gratuity included). In the event of rain, the event will move to the Disney’s Grand Floridian Convention Center.

Reservations are now open and can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE or by calling your travel planner.

More Disney Info

Want to know more about Disney World in July? Walt Express has the info right here: WHAT TO EXPECT IN DISNEY WORLD during the month of JULY! From weather, to events, even to crowd levels, we have it!

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photo credit: Jeff Krause Photography Magic Kingdom – Concert in the Sky via photopin (license)

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FREE at Disney: Holidays at the Grand Floridian Resort

Disney World can get expensive, really fast. Don’t worry, Walt Express will keep you informed of tons of FREE things that you and your family can enjoy without breaking the bank while on vacation.

Holidays at the Grand Floridian

On our last trip to the “magic”, we detoured and did a little “resort hopping”. The resorts have so much to offer, especially during the holidays. The Grand Floridian Resort was absolutely stunning. Christmas decorations were literally everywhere. As you walk into the main lobby from the monorail, the view is breathtaking! You will instantly see the life size gingerbread house and the large, beautiful Christmas Tree that is standing in the middle of the resort.

There is also a PhotoPass photographer at the Christmas tree ready to take the perfect holiday shot of you and your family. Learn more about Disney’s PhotoPass service right HERE!

Find out why YOU might want to stay at the Grand Floridian on your next visit! 6 Reasons the Grand Floridian may be right for YOU!

Gingerbread House

This is one of the most amazing things I have ever seen! This life-size house of deliciousness will awe your every sense! The closer you get to it, the more you will realize just how delicious it all smells. You are actually able to walk around to the back of the house and see cast members inside working their magic. You are also able to purchase a piece of the Gingerbread House (the pre-made roof shingles). Other yummy treats are also available, such as cupcakes, candy and more. Commemorative collector’s pins and other holiday merchandise are also available for purchase.

More Yummy Aromas

Be prepared to be hit with the luscious “smells” of the Grand Floridian. Of course, “Christmas smells” are everywhere. But did you know that the Grand Floridian has a wonderful little shop, called “The Basin”, where hand poured soaps are created. They also make bath bombs and other lovely items for your bathroom and kitchen. Yes, BATH BOMBS are created here! I know, I know…I did stay in that quaint little shop for almost an hour!

How Do I Get There?

Many people get a little confused about going to the resorts. But have no fear, because I promise you that it’s not hard. You will simply go to a park (we choose Magic Kingdom or Epcot just because they are on the monorail and it’s faster). The monorail will take you straight to the Grand Floridian. You do NOT need a park ticket to get on the monorail, if you are just going to a resort.

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