So you’re heading to Disney World in 2026 and feeling TOTALLY overwhelmed on what to pack? I know the feeling, and the good news is, we’ve totally got you covered.
I’ll be heading to Disney World multiple times this year (in fact, I’m actually sitting in Hollywood Studios as I write this), and so will my coworkers. So together, to make things easier for EVERYONE, we’ve compiled a list of the items that, between us all, we’ll all have in our park bags this year to make our lives easier. This is our ULTIMATE list, so if you don’t know where to look, this is all you need!
This one is personally in my bag, and it’s literally with me right now as I type this because there’s rain in the forecast — you cannot go wrong with a FROGG TOGGS Poncho!
They’re cute, they’re SUPER durable, water literally falls right off of them (I’ve tested it), and it’s relatively easy to put back in the bag it comes in, so it doesn’t get anything else in your bag wet. It’s totally worth it, trust me!
FuelRods are super easy to swap out in the parks when they die, and that peace of mind is invaluable in the parks. Plus, buy a pack of two online ahead of time, and you’ll be saving some money!
While these don’t have the longest battery life, they’re still great quality, and again, you can swap them out in Disney World whenever you need to at no charge — hooray for not spending more money than needed!
While the MultiCharger for MagicBand+ is true to its name and can charge up to four MagicBand+ at once, it can also be used to charge ANY USB devices, and that’s a huge win.
This way, you’re only taking up one plug, but can charge up to four USB items at once — that saves valuable space! That’s especially true if you’re staying in a hotel room with a ton of people. You’ll need every outlet you can get, and this is a great way to make sure everyone has what they need.
Need even MORE plugs for MORE people? The Flat Plug Power Strip is here to save the day!
Again, this only takes up one plug, but you can charge SEVEN devices at once! This doesn’t take up much space in your bag (again, firsthand experience here), but it can really save the day when you need to charge your phone, camera, watch, laptop, and other devices each night.
We’ll be the first to admit that when we saw the Silicone Waterproof Shoe Covers, we knew we had to try them out, but had a feeling they would be AWFUL. To our shock, we were totally wrong!
As long as you’ve got them zipped all the way up and aren’t running around crazy (where water can slip in or the bottoms can rip), these worked like a charm. It was totally worth it to not be walking around with wet socks and shoes the rest of the day, so if you know you’re traveling during a rainy time of year, don’t skip out on giving these a try!
Having a mini fan doesn’t feel necessary until you’re drenched in your own sweat and desperately need any semblance of cool air. We personally really love the JISULIFE Handheld Mini Fan!
It’s tiny, but mighty, that’s for sure, but it also acts as a portable charger and a flashlight, which may really come in handy when you least expect it. It can easily fold up and fit in the palm of your hand, and therefore your pocket and/or bag — trust us, you’ll want it for that summer trip, and you’ll thank yourself later!
Sometimes rain is just a little too hard for a poncho, and you need an umbrella as well. However, we recommend the BAODINI Travel Essentials Mini Umbrella, because not only does it keep rain off, but it also keeps the sun’s UV rays away from you as well.
It essentially reflects the sun’s rays towards the sky, which ends up keeping you cooler! On hot days, one of these has easily made the temperature in the shade feel 5-10 degrees cooler, which makes a BIG difference.
A new year is also a great time to invest in new shoes, especially if you’ll be in the parks a lot. Many members of our team absolutely LOVE their HOKA shoes, and they remain our top recommendation!
They come in a variety of different colors and styles, so you can find the one that’s truly perfect for you, and while these are more expensive, they are built to LAST! We’ve had Cast Member friends tell us that these are the only shoes they’d wear that wouldn’t hurt their feet after long shifts, and we’ve experienced the same with long days walking in the parks!
There are lots of water bottles out there on the market, but our favorite, by far, are Owalas!
Similar to the sneakers above, these come in numerous different styles, colors, and types, so finding what works for you is easy. They genuinely keep you drinks cold for HOURS (or hot, if that’s what you prefer!), and we haven’t been disappointed yet (and practically everyone on our team has one, if that tells you anything).
Sleeping away from home can be very difficult for many people, especially if you’re faced with sounds that you’re not familiar with, or you’re staying in a hotel room with thin walls. We personally have totally fallen in love with the Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine and can’t recommend it enough!
This is super easy to use, has multiple different settings, and SO many different sounds to choose between. Not to mention there are 31 different volume levels, so you really can find the one that’s just right. It’s perfectly portable and small too — another item that’s small but mighty!
We didn’t realize how much Disney’s plastic silverware bothered us until we grabbed the Reusable Travel Utensils Set and totally fell in love. Now, we can’t ever imagine going back.
Buying one set comes with FOUR different packs, which is great for families or individuals who want to put sets in different bags. They each come in their own carrying case that makes it simple and easy to bring around the park and put in your bag for when you need them.
As annoying as the utensils can be, they’re not NEARLY as obnoxious as the paper straws around the parks that fall apart in your mouth almost immediately. That’s where the Sunseeke Silicone Straws come in!
By buying ONE pack, you actually get six straws, two cleaners, and four carrying cases, which makes them SO much easier to carry around the parks, and that’s a pretty great deal! Even if you don’t need them all, you can share them with family or friends so none of you ever has to pick paper out of your mouth again.
We recommend having ANY hand sanitizer with you in the parks (and always using it before you eat if you can’t wash your hands with soap and water), but we have to admit that the Touchland & Disney Special Edition Hand Sanitizer + Mist Case isn’t just cute, it’s also very practical.
The case is removable, so you can replace it with another Touchland cartridge whenever this one runs out, but we love how easy this case is to clip to our bags and use in seconds whenever we need it. Plus, it’s Mickey themed — how much better can it get?
Want to make sure your kids are prepared for the trip, and give them some agency if they need a Band-Aid or get a scrape? The KeepGoing Small Travel First Aid Kit Kids is perfect!
It’s got everything a kiddo could ever need to take care of a small injury, and it all fits neatly inside the convenient carrying case! It’s small enough for them to put in their bags. However, despite the name, it’s also fantastic for adults — we love keeping this in our bags for ourselves as well!
There are lots of sunscreens out there on the market, but finding the best sunscreen for your FACE is easier said than done. We’ve found that a lot of people on our team really love Supergoop!
This is actually Emma’s personal favorite, and we all agree that it does a great job of covering your face and keeping it protected, while also being light and not too cake-y. You can easily grab it online before your next trip, making it very accessible as well!
And there you have it! The ultimate list of necessities for your Disney World trips this year. We’ll continue to keep you updated with the latest and greatest items we find online to make your trip easier, so stay tuned to AllEars!
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