Relive the Magic: Disney Alumni Homecoming Weekend

Have you ever participated in a Disney College Program or a Professional Internship? If so, exciting news awaits! The official Disney Alumni Association is thrilled to announce the Disney Alumni Homecoming Weekend. This exciting event offers a chance to reconnect with fellow cast members, relive cherished memories, and experience the magic of Disney once more.

A Long-Awaited Return

Disney Alumni Homecoming Weekend 2025 will mark the event’s return after a seven-year absence. An announced 2021 event was canceled due to the pandemic. The last Homecoming Weekend commenced in 2018.

Key Details for 2025

Here's what you need to know to prepare for this unforgettable event:

Dates: Friday, January, Saturday, January, and Sunday, January.
Registration: Registration opens in September.
Cost: The registration fee is $349, which includes access to all special events throughout the weekend. This fee does not include regular theme park admission outside of the special events.
Eligibility: As in previous years, Disney Alumni Homecoming Weekend 2025 will be open to any member of the Disney Alumni Association. Each alumni can register one non-alumni guest if they so choose.

Accommodation

Disney has secured a discounted block of hotel rooms for Disney Alumni Homecoming Weekend 2025 attendees. Event-goers can book a room at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort - Riverside for $229 per night or a room at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge for $329 per night. Attendees are welcome to stay elsewhere, but the discounted rates apply only to these two resorts. The discounted Disney resort hotel rooms will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis and can be booked once registration launches for the event in September.

Activities and Add-Ons

The Homecoming Weekend promises a plethora of exciting activities. More details are to come, but Disney hopes to exceed your expectations and create an unforgettable weekend of creating new friendships, reliving your program, and experiencing a piece of what our Company has to offer.

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If you would like to participate in any additional activities or modify your current selections, you may do so by copying your registration code and using the Add On Activities Form. Please remember to read the descriptions of each additional activity for times, location, fees, and transportation notes. Additions, cancellations, or modifications for all Add On Activities must be made by November 1, 2024.

Park tickets are not included in the price of this event. Please note park admission for any #DisneyAlumni Homecoming Weekend in-park events will be included as part of your registration.

A Glimpse into Past Homecoming Weekends

In years past, Alumni were given backstage tours of rides, a private in-park event, a semi-formal evening reception, exclusive #CPAlumni Homecoming Weekend merchandise, and a VIP red carpet meet-and-greet character opportunity! This year, Disney is planning something extra special, and you won’t want to miss it!

The Disney Alumni Association: More Than Just a Weekend

The Disney Alumni Association (DAA) is an exclusive network for those who have successfully completed the Disney College Program or Disney International Program. It’s a community of fellow Alumni awaits you. Not only can you re-connect with cast members from your program, but you can talk to members from programs dating back to 1981 giving you the chance to see how things have evolved and changed.

Benefits of Joining the DAA

Networking Opportunities: The DAA offers a couple different networking opportunities for its members to immerse themselves back into the company culture. Get immersed in conversation with company leaders about Disney secrets for success.
Disney IGNITE Series: Inspirational Guidance to Nourish, Inform, Teach and Excite allows you to focus on professional development in your career.
Exclusive Merchandise: Company D is releasing new items twice a year made just for you.
A Shared Legacy: You are now a part of the Disney legacy. You helped create magical moments for families every day. Now you are still able to carry on the Disney brand and traditions with other people who are just as passionate as you are. Help keep the memories alive, and magical.

How to Join and Stay Connected

Visit dcpalumni.com to officially opt-in. This is a great place to not only find old friends, but also meet new ones, share what you learned, what you wish you did on your program, and what you want to do when you go back!

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The Enduring Impact of the Disney College Program

For nearly 45 years, this internship program at Walt Disney World has launched dream careers for hundreds of thousands of students from across the world. Graduates have shared how their experience changed their personal and professional lives, offering words of advice and inspiration:

A Safe Space to Grow: "It’s a safe space to grow. I always felt supported by my roommates, coordinators and coworkers."
For Anybody: "It’s really for anybody. Learning how to sell yourself and communicate with others is important in any major. I worked in food and beverage and learned about the way Disney goes about running its business. I’m more aware of customers’ needs and the importance of exceeding their expectations."
Career Launchpad: "The moment I put Disney on my resume, I had more interviews than I knew what to do with.”
Global Connections: "I have friends in Thailand, Norway, England and Japan that I still talk to. Meeting and learning from people outside your bubble gives you a different perspective on life and teaches you how to respect others."
Personal Growth: "Coming into the program, I was a very shy person."
Lifelong Friendships: "Even if you’re introverted, there are people out there who will instantly become your friends. If I didn’t have the program, I don’t think I would’ve found my bestie. The friends I have from the Disney College Program are my chosen family."
Sharing the Magic: "Our parents and our family saw how much Disney meant to us when we were little. Now, when we take them to the parks, they have so much fun. You get to make magical moments for people from all over the globe. That’s not something you can say at any other job."
Training Ground: “Disney introduced me to the world of training. Fast forward 40 years: I am now a consultant in learning, people development and coaching. The doors it opens into your career, and even into your personal life, can be quite magical. “It will set you up for your career."
Legacy: "I’m doing the program because of my parents and I’m now known as ‘the legacy’ at the Canada pavilion!"

Other Homecoming Events: A Broader Perspective

While the Disney Alumni Homecoming Weekend focuses on the Disney experience, it's worth noting that homecoming events are a tradition across various institutions. For example, Iona University holds a Homecoming Weekend, a vibrant celebration of school spirit, accomplishments, and traditions, highlighted by spirited athletic events, performances, and reunions. Ball State University also hosts a Homecoming with events like a Bed Race, 5K Run/Walk, and a parade.

Is the Disney College Program right for you?

Are you a student thinking about applying for the Disney College Program? Are you an alumni wondering how the current apartments compare to your old digs at Vista Way or Patterson? Are you a Disney alumni who hasn’t visited Orlando in a while?

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