Did you know that it’s possible to get kicked out of Disney World? Or worse yet… BANNED FOR LIFE. Geez that would just be the end of me. So what could cause you to get into this horrible trouble? And what happens after you’re removed from the park? Read on and DON’T let me ever hear that this has happened to you….
Cutting in line can get you kicked out of the park. It kind of depends on who sees you and how they react. Seems to happen all the time without consequences but if you catch the wrong Cast Member on the wrong day, they certainly can have you removed.
Jumping out of a ride can get you kicked out as well. I have heard that in some cases this can even result in the person being banned from the park. First of all, it’s a safety issue. You could possibly endanger yourself and others around you. Plus, it ruins the ride for everyone! Don’t even be tempted to do this.
Making rude gestures. This is another good way to get kicked out of the parks. This often happens on ride photos like Splash Mountain or Expedition Everest. If the right cast member sees the offensive gesture while blurring it out, they might just take action to have you removed from the park. The same goes for making rude gestures or remarks at cast members or other guests in the park. You don’t want to be removed for a silly impulsive decision.
Now, making a silly face or giving your cheesiest smile for the camera is a-okay. Proof here…
Refusal to comply with Disney rules. If, for example, you somehow get a selfie-stick through security and are seen with it in the park, you probably won’t get kicked out simply for having that “illegal” item. But Disney cast members will escort you from the park if you refuse to give it up.
Fighting. Especially with cast members or characters! Disney is all about safety. So, if a guest does anything that disrupts other guests or a cast member’s safety, Disney will likely take precautions. There are times that families will actually get physical with one another while waiting in lines or for the fireworks. These guests are removed from the parks. Some fights have been bad enough for the guests to earn a ban as well. It’s easy for emotions to run high when you’re hot and tired and hungry.
Smoking. As of May 1, 2019, smoking (which includes vaping) has been banned in Disney Parks. There are designated smoking areas located just outside the park entrances, at the Disney hotels and Disney Springs, but getting caught smoking in a nonsmoking area may get you escorted out or possibly banned.
Sneaking Backstage. Disney, like most other companies, does not allow guests in private employee areas behind the scenes, both for safety reasons and to help preserve the mystery of how the “magic” is made. If you’re caught in an off-limits area, you will be escorted from the park. If you simply must find out what’s going on behind the guarded walls, there are tours that will take you to some backstage areas. Let me know if you’re interested in those and I’ll hook you up!
Getting too drunk at the parks. It’s OK to have a good time and to drink around the world if that’s what you want to do. But, if drunk guests start causing problems or scenes, Disney will not hesitate to remove them from the premises.
Spreading ashes can get you kicked out or even banned for life. A lot of people want to have their cremated remains sprinkled around the Disney Parks. Believe it or not, the ashes will glow and the cast members will be alerted to what has happened. The ride will have to be closed until the ashes can be cleaned. Then, Disney will locate those who threw the ashes and will likely ban them from the park. Don’t forget, Disney has cameras everywhere and is always watching.
Stealing. This one should be pretty obvious, but stealing is another action that will result in being banned or kicked out of the parks. Don’t even think about it! Again, Disney has eyes (and cameras) everywhere!
SO, WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU GET KICKED OUT?
Disney operates on a case-by-case basis. They’ll evaluate each situation based on a variety of factors to determine what action should be taken.
Many times, guests are only removed from the parks for a day. They are given a warning and allowed back into the park. Other times, Disney may “blacklist” a guest, banning them for life.
Disney will document what has happened so that they can keep a record of the events that took place. They will also take a photo of the offending guest.
If the situation warrants it, Disney will contact the appropriate law enforcement officials to take action. This could result in the guest being arrested. Other times, the guest may just be presented with a trespassing admonition.
Despite its best attempts, Disney cannot monitor who is entering its parks and properties everywhere at all times. But if you are caught trespassing after you’ve been banned, Disney will contact the authorities.
Let’s keep Disney Parks magical for everyone! Don’t get yourself in trouble - it will break my heart!!
And be sure and call me to book and plan your trip - I don’t charge any fees at all and love helping others get to my Happy place!!