Meeting your favorite Disney characters is a huge part of the Disney World experience for many guests. While you can spot characters during parades, shows, and even while dining, character meet and greets give guests the opportunity to interact with their favorites one-on-one. Magic Kingdom is home to several character meet and greets featuring classic characters, princesses, and newer Disney favorites. Whether you are traveling with children or simply want a photo with a favorite character of your own, these are some of the best character meet and greets at Magic Kingdom.
Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theater
You can’t visit Magic Kingdom without saying hello to the mouse who started it all! Mickey Mouse meets guests at Town Square Theater near the entrance to the park. This indoor meet and greet is a great way to start or end your Magic Kingdom day, and guests can take photos and spend some time interacting with Mickey. Mickey is dressed in his magician outfit for this experience, making for some adorable photos. This meet and greet is also conveniently located on Main Street USA, so you don’t have to travel far into the park to find him.

Ariel at Her Grotto
Located in Fantasyland near Under the Sea- Journey of the Little Mermaid, Ariel meets guests in her very own grotto. This character meet and greet is unique because Ariel appears in her mermaid form surrounded by treasures from under the sea. Guests can chat with Ariel and take photos with her in a setting that feels like it came straight from the movie. Ariel at Her Grotto is a great meet and greet for fans of The Little Mermaid, and pairing it with a ride on Under the Sea makes for a fun Ariel-themed experience.

Cinderella and Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall
Princess Fairytale Hall in Fantasyland is the place to go if meeting Disney princesses is on your Magic Kingdom to-do list. Cinderella meets guests here alongside a visiting princess, giving guests the chance to meet more than one princess during their experience. The indoor setting is beautifully themed and feels fit for royalty. Cinderella is one of the most classic Disney characters of all time, so this meet and greet is a must-do for many families visiting Magic Kingdom. Visiting princesses can change, so be sure to check the My Disney Experience app during your trip.

Mirabel at Fairytale Garden
Fans of Encanto will definitely want to stop by Fairytale Garden to meet Mirabel. Located in Fantasyland, this outdoor character meet and greet allows guests to step into a colorful courtyard inspired by Casa Madrigal. Mirabel is a fun character to interact with, especially for kids who love Encanto. The colorful backdrop also makes this one of the best spots for character photos. Mirabel is one of the newer characters guests can meet at Magic Kingdom, and this experience is a great addition to a Fantasyland day.

Minnie, Daisy, Donald, and Goofy at Pete’s Silly Sideshow
If you want to meet several classic Disney characters during your Magic Kingdom day then head over to Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus. Here guests can meet Minnie, Daisy, Donald, and Goofy dressed as circus stars. Minnie appears as Minnie Magnifique alongside Daisy Fortuna, while Donald becomes The Astounding Donaldo and Goofy is The Great Goofini. These unique outfits make this meet and greet especially fun for photos. Meeting several classic characters in one area can also be convenient for families who want to check several characters off of their list without traveling all around the park.

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Featured Photo: Emily Murray.
