While vacationing at Walt Disney World, there are a lot of things on your must do list. Some of the essentials are getting to meet your favorite Disney character, enjoying some good food, and making sure you’re building unforgettable memories. There’s one place that you can achieve all three of these things at the same time. It’s at Mickey’s Backyard BBQ! It’s a seasonal dining event that can be sometimes overlooked. We stumbled upon it a long time ago, and now it’s on our must do when we vacation at Walt Disney World.
What makes is so special you ask? Well there are more than just a few things. When you arrive at the pavilion at The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, you will have your choice of seating at one of many long picnic style tables. Once the food is ready, everyone is able to get their food at their leisure. It’s available throughout the entire evening and is a buffet of all of your BBQ favorites. The food is outstanding! There also some frozen desserts available as well as all of the typical drinks, including beer and wine. This is all included in the price of admission {or the 2 table credits from the dining plan}.
There will also be times throughout the evening when you can venture off to the sides of the pavilion and get a quick autograph and picture with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, or Chip ‘n Dale, who are all dressed in their best Western attire! Next, you will meet the MC’s for the evening who will be introducing a cowboy who will amaze you with his unbelievable rope tricks. Followed by being able to dance with Mickey and friends to the music of a Country Western band. The best part about all of this – the kids can come up close to watch the Cowboy or come out to one of the dance floors to let loose and have fun with their Disney pals.
It’s a great dining experience for the whole family. One that the kids don’t have to sit still in their seat. Actually, they are encouraged to get up and have some fun. That goes for all ages of kids! I would strongly recommend this if you are looking for something a little different, but something that will provide you with a fun, unforgettable evening.
Leigh Miller
Travel Specialist
