We have some exciting news for Disney Vacation Club members!
The popular vacation ownership program allows members to reserve amazing rooms at Disney World, Disneyland, and many other locations. Now, this exclusive perk is returning again for DVC members.
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Disney Vacation Club is officially bringing back its “Welcome Home Weeks”! The perk will take place from August 14th through September 16th, 2025, and will offer DVC members a variety of perks.
Some of the perks will include complimentary treats, special character events, and coffee meetups happening across Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, and Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort.
If you’re a DVC member, what will “Welcome Home Weeks” look like around different Disney loactions? Well, we have a FULL list of what you can expect for the event this year!
DVC members will be able to pick up FREE Mickey Ice Cream Bars, ice cream sandwiches, and fruit bars at select locations!
Walt Disney World Resort
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Location: Tower of Terror Courtyard
- Dates: Mondays and Tuesdays, starting August 18th, 2025
- Times: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
- Location: Upcountry Landing in Asia
- Dates: Thursdays and Fridays, starting August 14th, 2025
- Times: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Magic Kingdom Park
- Location: Tomorrowland Terrace
- Dates: Wednesdays, starting August 20th, 2025
- Times: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Disney Springs
- Location: Gateway to Discovery – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center
- Dates: Mondays and Fridays, starting August 15th, 2025
- Times: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- EPCOT
- Location: Lobby of Living Seas Salon
- Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting August 19th, 2025
- Times: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
- Location: Disney Vacation Club Preview Center
- Dates: Daily, August 14th – September 16th, 2025
- Times: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Disneyland Resort
- Disneyland Park
- Location: Star View Station – a Member Lounge
- Dates: August 19th and August 26th, 2025
- Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Disney California Adventure Park
- Location: Golden Vine House, a Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center
- Dates: September 2nd, September 9th and September 16th, 2025
- Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
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- Location: Wind & Waves Market
- Dates: Mondays, starting August 18th, 2025
- Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
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- Location: Broad Creek Mercantile
- Dates: Thursdays, starting August 14th, 2025, and Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
- Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
There’s no better way to start your day than with a cup of coffee! DVC members have the chance to mingle with other members over coffee and treats at select locations.
Walt Disney World Resort
- Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
- Location: Top of the World Lounge
- Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, starting August 16th, 2025
- Times: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Location: Reunion Station
- Dates: Saturdays and Tuesdays, starting August 16th, 2025
- Times: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Disneyland Resort
- The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
- Location: Discovery Den
- Dates: August 25th and September 15th, 2025
- Times: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Be aware that there will be a limit of one “Welcome Home Wakeup” per week, per Member, while supplies last. A valid Disney Vacation Club Digital Membership Card and photo ID are required at event check-in. You must also have a Resort reservation at the same Resort where the event is being held, plus 4 Guests. Eligible Resorts include:
- Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
- Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Disneyland Resort hotels
DVC members will also have the chance at special character meet and greet events!
Walt Disney World Resort:
- Location: Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk
- Dates: August 25th through August 27th, 2025, and September 8th through September 10th, 2025
- Times: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Parking: There is no Resort parking for this event. Members are strongly encouraged to use Walt Disney World Resort transportation.
Disneyland Resort
- Location: The Adventure Room at the Disneyland Hotel
- Dates: August 14th and September 11th, 2025
- Times: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Parking: There is no Resort parking for this event.
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
- Location: The Croquet Lawn
- Dates: Thursdays, starting August 14th, 2025
- Times: 8:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
- Location: The Big Dipper Pool Deck
- Dates: Tuesdays, starting August 19th, 2025
- Times: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Aulani Resort
- Location: Kipuka Lawn
- Dates: August 14th, August 28th and September 11th, 2025
- Times: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Enjoy 40% off food and nonalcoholic beverages at select Table-Service restaurants at Walt Disney Resort on select dates. Locations would include:
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- Hollywood & Vine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Tusker House Restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (Lunch & Dinner)
- Toledo –Tapas, Steak & Seafood at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort (Dinner)
- Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside (Dinner)
- Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort (Dinner)
- The Diamond Horseshoe at Magic Kingdom Park
- Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Tiffins Restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
- Coral Reef Restaurant at EPCOT
- Ale & Compass Restaurant at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort (Breakfast & Lunch)
Receive a 20% one-time-use discount on a mobile order (excluding tax) at the Disneyland Resort!
- Location: While at the Disneyland Resort, select Quick-Service dining using the Disneyland app
- Dates: The one-time-use discount is available between August 14th and September 16th, 2025. Please check back here for offer code and instructions.
- Times: Dining operating hours
- Eligibility: Members eligible for Membership Extras (one discount code per eligible Member)
- Discount is available only via Mobile Order and cannot be redeemed in person at the register.
Join fellow Members as you indulge in complimentary wine, appetizers and live music at the Disneyland Resort and Aulani Resort. Space is limited so pre-registration is required.
Disneyland Resort
- Location: Brisa Courtyard at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
- Dates: August 27th and September 10th, 2025
- Times: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Pre-registration for this complimentary event is available starting August 1st, 2025, at Disney Vacation Club Discovery Studio at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
Aulani Resort
- Location: Rainbow Reef
- Dates: August 20th, August 27th, September 3rd and September 10th, 2025
- Times: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Pre-registration for this complimentary event is available starting August 1st, 2025, at Hoku Hideaway at Aulani Resort.
Stop by Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs to receive a complimentary Welcome Home Weeks donut (while supplies last).
- Location: Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs
- Dates: Wednesdays, starting August 20th, 2025
- Times: During normal operating hours of Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew
Receive candy at Movies Under the Stars at select Walt Disney World Resorts or popcorn while watching films aboard Disney Cruise Line sailings—all complimentary!
Walt Disney World Resort Locations:
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- Disney’s Contemporary Resort
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
- Disney’s Beach Club Resort
- Disney’s BoardWalk Resort
- Disney’s Old Key West Resort
- Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
- Disney’s Riviera Resort
- Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resorts
- Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
- Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney Cruise Line:
Receive complimentary popcorn while watching movies aboard Disney Cruise Line sailings.
- Locations: The concession counter outside the theaters on all Disney Cruise Line ships. Theaters: Walt Disney Theatre, Buena Vista Theater, Never Land Cinema
- Dates: Daily, August 14th to September 16th, 2025
- Times: During normal operating hours
This “totally awesome” concert film finds stage and screen stars performing hits from some of the most beloved Disney film and television titles of these distinctive decades. Location, dates, and times are still to be determined.
Visit select Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Centers for a complimentary, reusable bag to hold all your goodies.
- Locations: Gateway to Discovery – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center at Disney Springs and Golden Vine House – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center at Disney California Adventure Park
- Dates: August 14th to September 16th, 2025
- Times: During normal operating hours of Gateway to Discovery – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center and Golden Vine House – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center
Stop by to see the refreshed Resort rooms at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Dates and times still to be announced!
Take part in Hawaiian language lessons and kapa printing (traditional stamping) at Aulani Resort in Hawaiʻi.
- Location: Pau Hana Room
- Dates: August 18th, August 25th, September 8th and September 15th, 2025
- Times: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM or 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Members may attend one of these times during their stay.)
Explore Hawaiian traditions at Aulani Resort with complimentary lei-making and hula lessons.
- Location: Kaiona Ballroom
- Dates: August 19th, September 2nd, and September 16th, 2025
- Times: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Receive an appetizer at no additional cost when you purchase a specialty drink (cocktail or mocktail) at Palm Breeze Bar at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel.
- Location: Palm Breeze Bar at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
- Dates: August 20 and September 3, 2025
- Times: Noon to 6:00 PM
Pick up a complimentary button to celebrate Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Weeks! These are the locations:
Walt Disney World Resort
- Disney Vacation Club McKim’s Mile House – A Member Lounge (Magic Kingdom)
- Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium – A Member Lounge (EPCOT)
- Disney Vacation Club Discovery Desks
- Château de Voyage – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center (EPCOT)
- Gateway to Discovery – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center (Disney Springs)
Disneyland Resort
- Disney Vacation Club Star View Station – a Member Lounge
- Golden Vine House – A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center (Disney California Adventure Park)
- Discovery Den at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
- Discovery Studio at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
- Discovery Desk at Pixar Place Hotel
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi
- Disney Vacation Club Concierge Desks
- Hoku Hideaway
- Kiosks at Aulani Model Room locations
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
- Front Desk
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
- Front Desk
Dates: August 14th through September 16th, 2025 (while supplies last)
Times: During operating hours at the respective locations (subject to change)
Lastly, to celebrate Welcome Home Weeks, DVC members will get a special magnet in the summer edition of Disney Files Magazine! This is expected to be out in all members mail in late June. One magnet will be included with each summer 2025 edition of Disney Files Magazine.
We’re very excited for the return of this Disney Vacation club perk. If you’re DVC, make sure to mark your calendars down for specific dates and times so you don’t miss the special events and treats. Here at AllEars we have all the latest Disney news and updates, so make sure to stay tuned!
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The 40% table service dining discount will be Mondays-Thursdays only. This is important information as we have seen many trying to dine on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays with the current AP 40% discount.