Some say it’s too soon to reopen given the rise in numbers of COVID-19 in Florida, but Disney took precautions to ensure social distancing this weekend. Face masks were mandatory and park capacity limits were in place.
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, new measures are in place to promote health and well-being in table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Cast members wear appropriate face coverings at all times, while guests can only remove their face coverings while sitting at their table. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Disney Reopens Its Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Parks
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: Drivers pass through the Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom theme park gates during its reopening on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The theme park reopened despite a surge in new COVID-19 infections throughout Florida, including the central part of the state where Orlando is located. (Photo by Octavio Jones/Getty Images)
Disney Reopens Its Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Parks
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: A view of the Walt Disney World theme park entrance on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The theme park reopened despite a surge in new COVID-19 infections throughout Florida, including the central part of the state where Orlando is located. (Photo by Octavio Jones/Getty Images)
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Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Mickey Mouse will star in the "Mickey and Friends Cavalcade" when Magic Kingdom Park reopens on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. With traditional parades on temporary hiatus to support physical distancing during the parks phased reopening, Disney characters will pop up in new and different ways throughout the day. (Photo by Kent Phillips/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Mickey Mouse will star in the "Mickey and Friends Cavalcade" when Magic Kingdom Park reopens on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. With traditional parades on temporary hiatus to support physical distancing during the parks phased reopening, Disney characters will pop up in new and different ways throughout the day. (Photo by Kent Phillips/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, the My Disney Experience mobile app now offers a mobile check-in option for select table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Guests receive a push notification on their mobile device when their table is ready; they can also begin the check-in process by scanning a QR code located in the restaurant's lobby. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, guest capacity in retail shops at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks will be limited during the phased reopening that begins on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida., Ground markings support physical distancing, and physical barriers are in place in certain locations. (Photo by David Roark/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, guests remain physically distanced while experiencing attractions at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. These new boarding procedures are part of the new health and safety measures implemented for the phased reopening beginning July 11, 2020. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Disney princesses will travel through Magic Kingdom Park several times daily at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The Royal Princess Processional will debut when the theme park begins its phased reopening on July 11, 2020. With traditional parades on temporary hiatus to support physical distancing during the parks phased reopening, Disney characters will pop up in new and different ways throughout the day. (Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Aall guests will be required to undergo temperature screenings prior to entering a theme park at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Anyone displaying a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher will be directed to an additional location for re-screening and assistance; those who again measure 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher will not be allowed entry, nor will those in their party. (Photo by David Roark/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort theme parks begin a phased reopening on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Magic Kingdom Park (pictured) and Disney's Animal Kingdom are planned to reopen on July 11, 2020, followed by EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios on July 15, 2020. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Cinderella Castle inside Magic Kingdom Park is currently receiving a royal makeover, and the work is nearly complete at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. When finished, the icon will feature bold, shimmering and regal enhancements, including sapphire dusting on the blue rooftops and gold trim. (Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, the Cinderella Castle inside Magic Kingdom Park is currently receiving a royal makeover, and the work is nearly complete on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. When finished, the icon will feature bold, shimmering and regal enhancements, including sapphire dusting on the blue rooftops and gold trim. (Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - MAY 17: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, a Disney cast member cleans his hands using a new hand-washing station installed at the shopping, dining and entertainment district at at Walt Disney World Resort on May 17, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Guests are encouraged to wash their hands frequently while visiting Disney Springs. (Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, the Cinderella Castle inside Magic Kingdom Park is currently receiving a royal makeover, and the work is nearly complete on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. When finished, the icon will feature bold, shimmering and regal enhancements, including sapphire dusting on the blue rooftops and gold trim. (Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, the Cinderella Castle inside Magic Kingdom Park is currently receiving a royal makeover, and the work is nearly complete on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. When finished, the icon will feature bold, shimmering and regal enhancements, including sapphire dusting on the blue rooftops and gold trim.
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, guests at Disney's Riviera Resort can see Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck during breakfast at Topolino's Terrace Flavors of the Riviera, the resorts rooftop restaurant on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. During the phased reopening, characters maintain proper physical distancing while parading through the restaurant during mealtimes. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, guests at Disney's Riviera Resort can see Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck during breakfast at Topolino's Terrace Flavors of the Riviera, the resorts rooftop restaurant on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. During the phased reopening, characters maintain proper physical distancing while parading through the restaurant during mealtimes. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Town Center in Disney Springs is part of the expansive shopping, dining and entertainment district at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Disney/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Springs is the shopping, dining and entertainment district of Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, to promote health and well-being new and enhanced cleaning measures are in place as part of the phased reopening. This includes increased cleaning and disinfection in high-traffic areas at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, guests two years of age and older at resort hotels are required to wear appropriate face coverings in common areas, such as lobbies, and maintain physical distancing on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Goofy will star in "A Goofy Cavalcade!" at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. With traditional parades on temporary hiatus to support physical distancing during the parks phased reopening, Disney characters will pop up in new and different ways throughout the day. (Photo by David Roark/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, ground markings help promote proper physical distancing in attraction queues at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. These markings are one of several new and enhanced health and safety measures in place for the parks phased reopening which began today. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort theme parks begin their phased reopening on July 11, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. All guests two years of age and older will be required to wear an appropriate face covering at all times, except when eating and drinking while dining. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort theme parks begin their phased reopening on July 11, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. All guests two years of age and older will be required to wear an appropriate face covering at all times, except when eating and drinking while dining. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)
Walt Disney World Resort Reopening
ShareLAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort theme parks begin their phased reopening on July 11, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. All guests two years of age and older will be required to wear an appropriate face covering at all times, except when eating and drinking while dining. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)