The Fourth of July weekend brings a special reason to visit Walt Disney World this year, and Disney PhotoPass photographers are ready to help you capture it. To honor the 250th anniversary of the United States, a set of limited-time Magic Shots and themed photo props is popping up across all four parks, Disney Springs, and select resorts.
These run only from July 3 through July 5, 2026, so here is a rundown of what is available and where to find each one.
Goofy
Goofy is showing up in a handful of spots for a fun character Magic Shot:
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: near the Tree of Life on Discovery Island, in the Africa Marketplace, on the bridge in front of Expedition Everest, and next to Discovery River Lagoon in Asia with Expedition Everest behind
- EPCOT: near the popcorn cart by Creations Shop
- Magic Kingdom: on Main Street, U.S.A.
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: on Sunset Boulevard
- Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Pluto
Pluto has one of the widest spreads of any character this weekend:
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: on the bridge from the entrance into Discovery Island, near Creature Comforts by the Tree of Life Garden sign, by the Kilimanjaro Safaris exit, in the Africa Marketplace, and on the bridge in front of Expedition Everest
- EPCOT: in the American Adventure pavilion
- Magic Kingdom: on the bridges from Cinderella Castle into Adventureland, Liberty Square, and Tomorrowland
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: on Hollywood Boulevard
- Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
Mickey and Minnie share the same locations, so you can find either one at these spots:
- Magic Kingdom: on the bridges from Cinderella Castle into Fantasyland and Liberty Square
- EPCOT: at the main park entrance and at Dreamers Point
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: on Hollywood Boulevard, and on Sunset Boulevard near the Disney Vacation Club Discovery Desk, Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage, and closest to the Hollywood Tower Hotel
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: across from Feathered Friends in Flight, in the Africa Marketplace, and by Festival of the Lion King
- Disney Springs: select outdoor locations
- Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Four Seasons Orlando Resort
Sam Eagle
The Muppets’ patriotic favorite has a short but fitting list of spots:
- EPCOT: in the American Adventure pavilion
- Magic Kingdom: by the Liberty Bell in Liberty Square
Happy 250th Mickey Mouse Prop
This themed prop celebrates the anniversary with a Mickey twist:
- EPCOT: at the main park entrance and behind Spaceship Earth on the path to CommuniCore Hall
- Magic Kingdom: on the bridge from Cinderella Castle into Liberty Square, and at the park entrance in front of the train station
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: near the fountain on Hollywood Boulevard
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: near the entrance just before the ticket windows
- Disney Springs and select Walt Disney World resorts
Happy 250th Ice Cream Prop
A sweet option for your photo lineup:
- EPCOT: in the American Adventure pavilion, and by the Disney Vacation Club kiosk heading from World Celebration into World Showcase
- Magic Kingdom: in the Cinderella Castle hub area on the right side
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: near the Disney Vacation Club Discovery Desk on Sunset Boulevard
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom: across from Feathered Friends in Flight, by Discovery River near the Tree of Life between Africa and Asia, and in Asia next to Discovery River Lagoon with Expedition Everest behind
- Disney Springs and select Walt Disney World resorts
Balloons
For a colorful, celebratory backdrop, look for the balloons Magic Shot:
- EPCOT: most locations except World Showcase
- Magic Kingdom: at the entrance in front of the train station, and in most spots facing Cinderella Castle
- Most locations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney Springs, and select resorts
250th Fireworks
This nighttime-only Magic Shot adds fireworks to your photo:
- EPCOT: at the main park entrance
- Magic Kingdom: on Main Street, U.S.A. closest to Cinderella Castle, and in the Cinderella Castle hub
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios: on Hollywood Boulevard, and on Sunset Boulevard near the Disney Vacation Club Discovery Desk, Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage, and the Hollywood Tower Hotel
- Disney’s Contemporary Resort: select outdoor locations
Tiny World Fireworks
A playful perspective shot with a fun twist:
- EPCOT: at the main park entrance, close to the fountain
Confetti
Simple and available almost everywhere, this one just takes a quick ask:
- All four theme parks, select resorts, and Disney Springs. Just ask your photographer to add it.
Conclusion
These photo opportunities are a straightforward way to bring home a keepsake from a milestone celebration. Since they are only available July 3 through July 5, 2026, plan your route so you can catch the characters and props that matter most to you. Wearing your best red, white, and blue will make the shots pop even more, so dress for the occasion and have your Disney PhotoPass ready when you arrive.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
