Top 7 Things at Disney World That Make Us Cry

A Walt Disney World vacation is full of amazing experiences from the very first attraction to the final few moments on property. Guests can enjoy theme parks, water parks, Disney Resorts, Disney Springs, dining, shopping, entertainment, and attractions that are all unique and enjoyable. While all guests have fun on a Disney vacation, they also experience a wide array of other emotions including thrills, suspense, carefreeness, joy, tiredness, excitement, and even tearfulness. These moments of tears aren’t necessarily out of sadness, but rather a wave of emotion from moments that are so memorable and special that guests can’t help but get choked up. From beautiful nighttime shows and attraction finales to historical homages and touching musical moments, there are moments experienced in Walt Disney World which are totally moving. Here are the top seven things at Walt Disney World that make guests cry.

1 – Nighttime Spectaculars at Disney Parks

There is something special and magical about standing in front of Cinderella Castle watching fireworks with your family and friends. The experience can be hard to put into words, but after all the planning, and a day in the park, even if it didn’t go as exactly planned, standing there watching and seeing the wonder in your family’s eyes will fire up the emotions and it’s hard to choke back the tears. The same experience can happen at EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney just has a way to tug on our heart’s strings and enjoying a nighttime spectacular at a Disney Park is at the top of the list!

2 – Beauty and the Beast – Live On Stage

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to a live show which retells the story from a classic Disney animated film. Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage shares the story of Beauty and the Beast through live acting and singing. Guests who enjoy the performance are sure to love the familiar characters and wonderful musical numbers from the film. While the show is entertaining, guests are sure to find themselves choked up when the Beast is injured by Gaston. Belle leans over the Beast and professes her love for him in a moment that is guaranteed to make even the grumpiest of guests cry.

3 – Kiss Goodnight

After the Magic Kingdom closes each evening, a special presentation occurs at Cinderella Castle. The Kiss Goodnight usually occurs about a half-hour after closing and features special lighting and a speech thanking guests for spending their time in the park. Between the soft lighting, the magical music, and the heartfelt thank you, there is no better way to end a day in the Magic Kingdom. Guests who stay to enjoy the Kiss Goodnight are sure to get a little teary after reflecting on such a magical day.

4 – Hall of Presidents

Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom is home to an attraction that brings the history of the United States to life through audio-animatronics. The Hall of Presidents invites guests to sit inside a grand theater where the presidents are brought to life through a historical showing. Guests can enjoy watching Abraham Lincoln deliver the Gettysburg Address, hear from the current President, and listen to a narration by Morgan Freeman. The Hall of Presidents features one moment in particular which is sure to choke up guests as the curtain rises and all of the presidents are standing as one on the stage. This moment combined with patriotic music is enough to leave every guest appreciative of history and teary!

5 – Spaceship Earth

The most recognizable attraction in Epcot is Spaceship Earth which is housed inside the massive geodesic dome and covered in silver triangles. The attraction progresses from the beginning of time to modern-day to celebrate the history of communication through scenes that depict important moments like the invention of the printing press and the burning of Rome. Guests who enjoy a ride on Spaceship Earth travel in Time Machines towards the finale which is sure to make them tear up. After reaching modern-day, guests are treated to a beautiful piece of music while enjoying a wonderful view of planet Earth surrounded by thousands of stars. The grand reveal is a sight to behold, and guests are sure to get a little emotional.

6 – Festival of the Lion King

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to the Harambe Theater which features a live show that is not to be missed on a Disney vacation. The Festival of the Lion King brings the story of the classic Disney animated film to life through familiar music and characters, fire dancing, acrobatics, audience participation, and a celebration of the circle of life. One part of the Festival of the Lion King features an aerial ballet set to the beautiful song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” which is so ethereal and moving that guests are sure to become emotional and maybe shed a tear.

7 – Meeting Mickey Mouse

For many guests, meeting Mickey Mouse is a childhood dream and when it finally happens, it brings tears to many guests’ eyes. There is also something very special about watching your own children meet their favorite characters, whom they fully believe are real. While our logical minds might try to tell us otherwise, there is just something special and tear-inducing about meeting Mickey Mouse!