For 5 weeks in July and August 2024, Disney Vacation Club owners will enjoy a variety of unprecedented new perks including morning coffee gatherings and free ice cream novelties, spread across all of the DVC destinations at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Hawaii and more.
From July 22 through August 24, 2024 Disney Vacation Club will host its first Welcome Home Weeks events. Following the model of Walt Disney World's V.I.Passholder weeks, qualifying owners can partake in a series of special gatherings and discounts spread across all of the DVC destinations. Among the limited time member benefits are:
WALT DISNEY WORLD
One-Time Mobile Order Food Discount
Dates and Times: 7/22 to 8/24; throughout restaurant operating hours
Owners will save 20% off the normal price of one mobile quick service food purchase at select locations. Additional details including discount code are forthcoming
Sweet Stop
Members and up to 4 guests can receive a free ice cream novelty at selection locations within the Disney theme parks. Eligible locations include:
Disney's Hollywood Studios; Tower of Terror Courtyard
Dates and Times: Mondays and Tuesdays, starting 7/22 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Disney's Animal Kingdom; Upper Bradley Falls
Dates and Times: Thursdays and Fridays, starting 7/25 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Welcome Home Wakeup
Complimentary coffee and treats for eligible DVC owners.
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort; Top of the World Lounge
Dates and Times: TBD
Disney's Wilderness Lodge; Reunion Station
Dates and Times: TBD
Attendees must have a reservation at Bay Lake Tower, Boulder Ridge Villas or Copper Creek Villas & Cabins in order to participate at the respective resort. Owner and up to 4 guests or the number of guests listed on reservation may attend.
Character Close-Ups
Meet and greet with characters from the Disney animated film 'Frozen'
Disney's Contemporary Resort; Ballroom Fantasia J
Dates and Times: July 22, 23, 29, 30; August 12, 13. Times TBD
Note that event parking is not permitted at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Please use Disney transportation. A current Disney resort reservation is required in order to participate.
Ice Cream Parlor
Complimentary ice cream available at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa DVC Preview Center. Note that event parking is not permitted at Saratoga Springs. Please use Disney transportation. The qualifying member and up to 4 guests may participate. Current Disney resort reservation is required. Limit 1 serving per person, per week.
Dates and Times: Daily, starting 7/22; 11:00am to 5:00pm (tentative)
DISNEYLAND RESORT
Sweet Stop
Members and up to 4 guests can receive a free ice cream novelty at selection locations within the Disney theme parks. Eligible locations include:
Disneyland Park; Star View Station - a Member Lounge
Dates and Times: July 23, August 6, August 20; 2:00 to 4:00pm
Disney California Adventure; Golden Vine House
Dates and Times: July 30 and August 13; 2:00 to 4:00pm
Welcome Home Wakeup
Complimentary coffee and treats for eligible DVC owners.
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel; Discovery Den
Dates and Times: July 25, August 8, August 22; 10:00 to 11:00am
Attendees must have a reservation at at Disneyland Resort hotel in order to participate. Owner and up to 4 guests or the number of guests listed on reservation may attend.
Welcome Home Wednesday Wine Mixer
Complimentary wine and appetizers in the Wedding Garden at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
Dates and Times: July 31 and August 14; 4:30 to 5:30pm
Disneyland resort reservation required. Member plus up to 4 guests or number of guests on hotel reservation may attend.
Character Close-Ups
Character meet and great featuring a sketch artist and dance party.
Disneyland Hotel; Sleeping Beauty Pavilion
Dates and Times: July 22 and August 19; 2:00 to 4:00pm
Note that event parking is not permitted at Disneyland Hotel. Disneyland resort reservation required. Member plus up to 4 guests or number of guests on hotel reservation may attend.
OTHER DVC DESTINATIONS
Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort Pool Party
Join Disney friends for a pool party, along with fireworks at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina.
Dates and Times: Tuesdays, starting 7/23; time TBD
Resort reservation required. Member plus up to 4 guests or number of guests on hotel reservation may attend.
Disney's Vero Beach Pirate Party
Disney characters will gather in the resort lobby for a pirate-themed experience.
Dates and Times: Thursdays, starting July 25; times TBD
Resort reservation required. Member plus up to 4 guests or number of guests on hotel reservation may attend.
Aulani Cultural Experience
Explore Hawaiʻian traditions on the Halawai Lawn at Aulani Resort with complimentary lei-making and hula lessons.
Dates and Times: July 25, August 1, August 15; 9:00 to 10:00am and 11:00am to noon
Pre-registration at Hoku Hideaway is encouraged. Resort reservation required. Member plus up to 4 guests or number of guests on hotel reservation may attend.
Aulani Hawai'ian Art "Hana No'eau" Experience
Try your hand at a complimentary tote stamping and ʻukulele lessons at Aulani Resort in Hawaiʻi.
Kipuka Lawn and Kaiona Ballroom
Dates and Times: July 23, July 30, August 13, August 20 (Kipuka Lawn) and August 8 (Kaiona Ballroom); 9:00 to 10:00am and 11:00am to noon
Pre-registration at Hoku Hideaway is encouraged. Resort reservation required. Member plus up to 4 guests or number of guests on hotel reservation may attend.
Owners must qualify for Membership Extras in order to take part in any of these events. The DVC digital card and photo ID must be presented upon arrival. Note that most of these perks and experiences require a Disney hotel reservation.
